How to Get Rid of an Old Computer
Do you have an old computer that you just don't know what to do with. Here are some ideas. Part out your computer. Save the hard drive or CD/RW and keep it so you could use it in your new computer if that part breaks down. Most thrift stores will ... [... more]
eHow |
How to Install a Graphics Card
Installing a graphics card is very simple to do. However, if you don't have the proper equipment or you're scared you might damage your card you might want to take it to a professional and pay them to do it properly. Keep your graphics card in ... [... more]
eHow |
How to speed your computer up by using the defragment tool
Sometimes when you save a file or install a new program part of this program is stored in different locations on your hardware. The program will run slowly because of the extra time it takes the system to locate and retrieve these different ... [... more]
eHow |
How to Backup Data From a Broken Computer to Another
This article describes how you can retrieve data from a hard drive when the Operating system, such as Windows or Linux, no longer works. This article does not go into detail about how to retrieve data from a hard drive that is physically ... [... more]
eHow |
How to Custom Build a Gaming Workstation
The very first computer-based game, Adventure, appeared in 1972. Adventure was based on reading text and entering information to see where the story would go. Today's games transport players through 3-dimensional gaming environments, requiring ... [... more]
eHow |
How to Optimize Instant Search in Windows Vista so its ...
Vista's new Instant search is fast but you can make it really fast and it only takes a few minutes. The top window lets you check or uncheck what you will include. Be sure to check your my documents folder and you start menu. Include any extra ... [... more]
eHow |
How to Stop programs from loading at Startup
Every time you install a program on your PC , most add a small entry to load at startup so when you start that program it takes only a few seconds to start. Un-Check the programs that you do not want to load at startup. You will need to reboot ... [... more]
eHow |
How to Fix blue screen
Note the message on the blue screen, especially the numbers. Check it in Microsoft's Help and Support Knowledge Base (this site helps you on any windows code you may have). Also, put the text of the error message in a search engine and check the ... [... more]
eHow |
How to Make Your Own Network Cables
I rarely make network cables usually I just buy them, however there are occasions where I have to make a cable because the distance between my computer and the network jack, is not a length that is generally purchased. Computer cables are easy to ... [... more]
eHow |
How to Easily Lock Your Computer in Windows to Improve ...
It's important to be able to lock your Windows computer easily, especially in an office environment. Even in friendly office environments, your computer should be locked when away from the desk for safety's sake. You don't want to be held ... [... more]
eHow |
How to Partition a Hard Drive
Want to partition a hard drive but don't want a painful (or expensive) experience? I will show you an easy and free way to do this, even if you want to resize a live partition and create a new partition. Visit the GParted website and download the ... [... more]
eHow |
How to Virtualize your Server Farm
I have been asked by many people of late as to how to reduce their IT cost and better prepare their company in the event of a disaster. I live on the Gulf Coast and many people were severely effected by Hurrican Ike not just personally but their ... [... more]
eHow |