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2011-09-15T09:22:00.000-07:00

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Want new memory but not sure what to buy?

2011-09-15T09:15:00.000-07:00

Crucial, the memory experts, offers a cool solution to that headache of trying to figure out the mystery of what kind of memory your PC can handle. Your PC manufacturer's website takes forever and if your not a pro you could really make a costly mistake. If your PC is built, well 9 times out of 10 your not going to have the motherboard book handy to reference what memory you can install and you'll have to pay a Pro to look at your PC and determine what memory your PC will take. They might even do what I am suggesting you should do and make you pay them big bucks for what you can do yourself.

A super easy solution to take the guess work out of the equation. Go to crucial.com. Not to buy, if you want why not, but to get your PC scan done to determine what memory your PC can handle.

http://www.crucial.com/systemscanner/ <- click here and then click to scan your PC. Print the results and then go shopping. ;)

GetJar.com Free mobile apps for many phones.

2011-09-13T07:19:00.000-07:00

Mobile app solution. Getjar.com Free mobile apps for many types of smart phones.

Need PC work Done in DFW?

2011-08-08T09:45:00.000-07:00

http://futureunlimitedcomputerrepair.services.officelive.com/default.aspx

Great service and great pricing!

Taking your computer to a store is highway robbery...

Firefox - Backing up your information

2010-12-03T07:43:00.000-08:00

It happens and before it happens back it up. Here is the support article to walk you through backing up Firefox. Do it b4 you lose it. Click Here

Chrome: Backup saved passwords and History and Bookmarks

2010-12-03T07:37:00.000-08:00

Click Here I hate looking this kind of stuff up. Well I made it easier for you by posting it here just in case you need to reinstall Chrome.

Video card issues??

2010-11-06T08:59:00.000-07:00

Video card issues?? Read this> Click here

CPU Temperature, Are your fans working?

2010-11-06T08:58:00.001-07:00

CPU Temperature, Are your fans working?

Even if your computer is not slowing down or crashing yet, if the CPU temp is high, it may indicate the fan is not working properly. You can check CPU temp in the BIOS setup utility upon start up.

Core temp can help you troubleshoot if your PC is running too hot. http://www.alcpu.com/CoreTemp/

CD / DVD cleaning

2010-11-06T08:48:00.000-07:00

CD / DVD cleaning

Why? Dirty CDs can cause read errors and/or cause CDs to not work at all.

Procedure: Cleaning CDs and DVDs should be done with a cleaning kit but can also be done with a normal clean cotton cloth or shirt. When doing this with a clean cotton cloth or shirt, wipe against the tracks, starting from the middle of the CD or DVD and wiping towards the outer side as shown in the below picture. Never wipe with the tracks; doing so may put more scratches on the disc.

Note: It is recommended when cleaning a CD that water is used. However, if the substance on a CD cannot be removed using water, pure alcohol can also be used.

CD-ROM or other disc drive cleaning

2010-11-06T08:36:00.000-07:00

CD-ROM or other disc drive cleaning

Why? A dirty CD-Rom Drive or other disc drive can cause read errors with CD discs. These read errors could cause software installation issues or issues while running the program.

Procedure: To clean the CD-ROM drive we recommend purchasing a CD-ROM cleaner from your local retailer such as a local Best Buy. Using a CD-ROM cleaner should sufficiently clean the CD-ROM laser from dust, dirt, and hair.

In addition to cleaning the drive with a special disc designed to clean drives users can also use a cloth dampened with water to clean the tray that ejects from the drive. Make sure however that after the tray has been cleaned that it completely dry before putting the tray back into the drive.

CCleaner is a 1 stop shop to clean your PC

2010-11-06T08:34:00.000-07:00

CCleaner.com

Great way to share files accross OS and PCs

2010-11-06T08:28:00.000-07:00

Dropbox.com

They make an app for it too. Great for storing files on the web so you can access them from any computer that has access to the web.

Test your modem

2009-10-07T10:31:00.001-07:00

Click here Test a modem: Modems for Windows XP and Vista

Often times issues occur with modems getting fried due to electrical storms. So if your having issues with your modem then you need to test it. Great link.

SpeedFan Web Site - Control your fan

2009-07-10T08:04:00.000-07:00

SpeedFan Web Site

Need a cool Icon bar - Object Dock

2009-07-10T08:02:00.000-07:00

ObjectDock Website

A-PDF Text Extractor

2009-07-10T07:56:00.000-07:00

A-PDF Text Extractor

Patch Tuesday Preview

2009-07-10T07:55:00.000-07:00

Patch Tuesday Preview

File and Printer Sharing in Windows Vista

2009-07-10T07:54:00.000-07:00

File and Printer Sharing in Windows Vista

What is Cloud Computing

2009-06-15T05:59:00.000-07:00

What is Cloud Computing

Malware & Spyware suck! ESET Online Scanner

2009-06-15T05:53:00.000-07:00

ESET Online Scanner

Online Armor Personal Firewall (Free edition v3.5.0.9)

2009-06-15T05:48:00.000-07:00

Need a free Firewall?

Click here to read up on Armor Online

Click Here to download Online Armor

Searching for codecs? Search no more: FFDShow!

2009-06-15T05:42:00.000-07:00

SourceForge.net: ffdshow

FREE antivirus software with spyware protection: avast! Home Edition

2009-06-15T05:40:00.000-07:00

FREE antivirus software with spyware protection: avast! Home Edition

Blast Spyware and Malware with SpyBot

2009-05-05T18:22:00.000-07:00

http://www.safer-networking.org/index2.html

Protect your PC when Torrenting with PeerGuardian 2

2009-05-05T18:20:00.000-07:00

http://phoenixlabs.org/pg2/

XP can be locked down with Security Templates

2009-04-14T18:11:00.000-07:00

Click here to discover more about it!

Q. How do I check my MS patches? A. Hfnetchk

2009-04-14T18:07:00.000-07:00

Well here is your answer. Click here to find out. Check your Microsoft Patches today! Good Stuff.

Need to know what memory your PC can handle?

2009-04-14T17:51:00.000-07:00

Crucial has a great scan tool that can accurately determine the kind of computer memory your PC can handle. This web based scan utility will explain what memory you can bank on your PC, and what all is compatible. Add this one to your favorites because it will be used time and time again. Check it out for yourself. Click here. So if you have DIMMs, DRAM or SDRAM whatever, this scan will tell you what your PC has and what it can handle. Oh, come on. Take the info and go shopping...du.. lol. Check out Newegg.com or Fryes, you know how to shop. ;)

Need ATI Video Card Drivers? Check this out. Direct link to ATI..

2009-04-14T17:47:00.001-07:00

Here is a direct link to the ATI site to download drivers for your ATI video card. If your PC is a home built and not maufactured then this link is for you. Click here.

Need to remove Internet Explorer 8? Here is how.

2009-04-05T23:46:00.000-07:00

How to remove Internet Explorer 8

Seagate Technology - How To Install and Troubleshoot Serial ATA ...

2009-03-31T11:54:00.000-07:00

Purchased a new harddrive? Here is how a SATA can be installed.

3 Tools to Test Run your AntiVirus/Spyware Program

2009-03-31T11:52:00.000-07:00

Test your spyware or antivirus. Do it!

Fonts for Mac and Windows

2009-03-31T11:48:00.000-07:00

1001FreeFonts

Need to reinstal Vista? Check this out!

2009-03-31T11:45:00.000-07:00

Installing and reinstalling Windows - Windows Vista Help

Need to fix Windows XP, Steps on Clean Instal of Windows XP

2009-03-31T11:37:00.000-07:00

Looking to fix Windows XP. Good article that tackles this issue in how your going to fix it and what is the best method. Once we find as site with pictures we will post it. Good Stuff! Paul Thurrott's SuperSite for Windows: Windows XP Clean Install ...

Need to reinstall, here is a Microsoft Knowledge base that can walk you through it.

2009-03-31T11:32:00.000-07:00

How to install or upgrade to Windows XP

Java is installing now. Find out why. New release is out!

2009-03-31T11:13:00.000-07:00

Every time my java pops it's head and says it has something to install I scratch my head and ask is it legit? Go to http://java.sun.com/javase/6/webnotes/6u13.html and read the release notes. Check it out.

US-CERT Conficker Worm Targets Microsoft Windows Systems

2009-03-31T11:12:00.000-07:00

"Conficker Worm Targets Microsoft Windows Systemsadded March 29, 2009 at 08:18 pm updated March 30, 2009 at 03:06 pm
US-CERT is aware of public reports indicating a widespread infection of the Conficker/Downadup worm, which can infect a Microsoft Windows system from a thumb drive, a network share, or directly across a corporate network, if the network servers are not patched with the MS08-067 patch from Microsoft.Home users can apply a simple test for the presence of a Conficker/Downadup infection on their home computers. The presence of a Conficker/Downadup infection may be detected if a user is unable to surf to their security solution website or if they are unable to connect to the websites, by downloading ..." Click here to read more.

Your PC getting old? Your PC needs Repair?

2009-03-25T11:41:00.000-07:00

10 pieces of hardware you should replace rather than repair

Low on funds and need an operating system?

2009-03-25T06:49:00.000-07:00

Get Ubuntu

Need an operating system and low on cash. Ubuntu is a great linux solution and it is free because it is open source. Check it out.

PC won't boot? Have no fear this website will help.

2009-03-24T06:57:00.000-07:00

Bootdisk.Com

One Stop Shop for recovering your PC or removing an anti virus program that has messed up your computer and will not allow you to install your new anti virus program. We have been there and you know what I am talking about right? Also a hub for hard to find utilities like SYSnrt that removes Norton Utilities. This website is often seen at the worst time in your life. So be pro-active and learn about this stuff now. It is best to have a recovery plan and this website can help you pull off a smooth recovery. Check it out. Bookmark it, NOW.

Cool website to update your HP PC

2009-03-24T06:48:00.000-07:00

Support & Troubleshooting

First place all new PC desktop and Laptop owners should go to on the web. You need to update your HP computer because it has been sitting on a shelve for 3 months. Hats off to HP for having a great website. Have your model number ready. HP keeps all the latest and greatest goodies on your PC update and even has fixed many of the issues your experiencing now if you've never been there. You can get updates and how to articles if you need to upgrade your RAM. Keep it bookmarked. It truly is a keeper, especially when you have to reinstall.

Office is not working, so try this

2009-03-24T06:40:00.000-07:00

Automatically repair Office programs

This article will walk you through repairing any Office issue you have. Just make sure you have your Office CD handy. It is equivalent to doing a full blown reinstall of Office, but not messy at all and best of all it. Now if this is the company's PC then call your IT if you have an issue.

Microsoft's 'Fix It' Support Dream Button

2009-03-24T06:38:00.000-07:00

Microsoft's 'Fix It' Support Button Just Fixes It

Now Microsoft KB articles have a fix it button. So you can do it yourself or let Microsoft do it. Does it work? You tell me. If it works it will be a dream come true

Outlook PSTs in a bind? Get this tool to fix them.

2009-03-24T06:22:00.000-07:00

Outlook Inbox Repair Tool

Scanpst.exe is a great tool to repair your PST or OST file when it becomes corrupted. Here is a helpful tutorial on its usage when your Microsoft Outlook is not restoring backup files correctly or won't restore them at all. It could be useful if your accessing your archive pst and have issues opening it.