We always tend to overlook junk files on our computers. The primary reason behind this is we don’t know when and where junk files are getting saved. So, it keeps piling on for months. But it is very important to clean junk files in Windows. Whenever you download a file or run a program over the internet, it creates junk files. Your browsing history, unused data, cookies, and caches, fall under this category. These consume space and can clog your computer. Cleaning junk files from your computer is a good […]
Should I get Bluetooth wireless keyboard, mouse and headphones for my PC?
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There are adavantages and disadvantages to going for wireless peripherals on your PC or sticking with wired ones. Find out which is right for you.
How to boost your wireless Internet signal
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There are multiple methods for extending and strengthening the wireless signal in your home. Find out how.
Can my Windows XP machine handle Windows 7 or Windows 8?
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Not all PCs are created equal, and a PC that is excellent for running Windows XP might not be able to handle an upgrade. Find out whether you can upgrade.
Learn about 192.168.1.1 and how to set up wireless Internet
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Learn what 192.168.1.1 means, and how this IP address helps you set up your modem and router combination.
Learn about 192.168.0.1 and how to set up your modem for the Internet
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Learn what 192.168.0.1 means, and how this IP address can help you set up your modem, router or gateway.
GeForce 337.50 Beta Driver Details, Specs and Download Information
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The GeForce 337.50 Beta driver offers improvements for any NVIDIA card running DirectX 11. Find out all the detail here.
It’s the end of the line for Windows XP, Office 2003 and IE6
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If you’re still using Internet Explorer 6, Office 2003 or Windows XP, you’re going to want to upgrade now. Find out why.
AMD Catalyst 14.3 Beta V1.0 Driver Details, Specs and Download Information
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Find out where to download the AMD Catalyst 14.3 Beta V1.0 drivers and what improvements this driver provides to your PC.
Ten Common Apps to Remove from Windows Startup
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There are many apps that start up when Windows does, and lots of them are unnecessary. Find out which ones.
How to make a monitor work with your laptop
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Adding a secondary monitor to an existing laptop is as easy as plugging in the correct cord, and changing a few settings in Control Panel.
Why Windows XP is a Bad Idea
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It’s just not a good idea to use Windows XP anymore. Microsoft is cutting off support in April. Learn about that and other great reasons here.
Internet Explorer is running slow
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Despite the rise in popularity of many new Web browsers such as Google Chrome and Mozilla’s FireFox, Microsoft’s Internet Explorer is still the browser of choice for many PC users. According to recent statistics from Wikimedia, Internet Explorer is still the browser of choice for over 23% of PC users. Internet Explorer (also known as IE) is often the target of criticism for it’s sluggish performance (and sometimes security issues), but over the years Microsoft have made some great improvements in the browser and no wonder it still hasn’t gone […]
What is the difference between available and free physical memory?
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When your computer starts slowing down, there could be any number of reasons for this happening, and with a bit of troubleshooting you can often determine the culprit. We offer a number of free resources within the ReviverSoft Blog if you want to do it yourself and we also have a number of products on our website that will do a lot of the work for you. Working through this troubleshooting process can tell you whether you can solve the problem with some maintenance and optimization, get by with an […]
How to factory reset your computer
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Learning how to factory reset your computer can help you keep your PC running like new. This process will erase whatever existing data and programs you have installed on your hard drive and reinstall Windows to reset your PC to the state it was in when you first opened the box (and sometimes even better since it won’t include all the unwanted programs – crapware – that can come with most new PCs). Some people choose to reset their PC on a regular basis to keep it running at tip […]
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