Windows Takes Too Long to Start
Every software company thinks that their particular creation is the most important program in the world. May of them think that their program should be configured to run every time Windows starts, whether you like it or not. Unfortunately this causes Windows to take longer to start. More ...
Troubleshooting DLL Problems
When using an application, if you receive an error message like Illegal Operation, Incorrect DLL Version or similar types of errors, it could be because you don't have the latest DLL or it could be because one of DLLs of that application was overwritten when you installed a new program. More ...
Tips for Preventing Your Laptop From Overheating
For the past month or so, every time I put my laptop on my lap, I ended up with scorched thighs, which I can assure you, isn't a pretty sight! There are tons of other people experiencing the same problem as me. So what Causes a Laptop to Overheat? More ...
Your Computer Can't Keep Time
If your CMOS battery is dead, your computer will not be able to retain the date and time. The computer will also lose any custom settings, for example, the boot sequence. If you set a password in CMOS, you may be locked out of the computer. More ...
Troubleshoot Windows with Task Manager
Task Manager is a Windows system utility that displays the tasks or processes currently running on your computer. To open Task Manager, press Ctrl+Alt+Del. The Applcations tab lists the applications currently running on your computer. A single application may actually consist of several running processes, and many programs that run in the background are not listed (you can see icons for some of these programs in the System Tray). More ...
How to Troubleshoot the Video Driver
A video driver is the software that links the operating system to a particular mother board video circuit or display adapter (video card). To troubleshoot the video driver, first locate the video circuit in Device Manager. More ...
Windows Doesn?t Shut Down
I have always believed Windows should start and shutdown like turning a light switch on and off. Instead it sits there churning away loading unnecessary software and making unnecessary checks every time it starts or shuts down. And now, instead of shutting down, Windows XP may reboot. More ...
Solving Image Problems on HP Laser Printers
There are several image related problems that can occur on HP Laser Printers. If you want to save money and repair it yourself this article is for you. Read about the most common image related problems that HP Laser Printers have and how to resolve them. More ...
First Stop When Troubleshooting Windows 7 - Control Panel
Having problems running a program? Can't connect to the Internet? Can't print? Other problem? Don't waste time and money searching for technical help, and don't panic. The Troubleshooting section of Control Panel includes more than a dozen troubleshooters. Choosing the right Control Panel Troubleshooter can often save you time and anxiety. More ...
Can't Detect a Hardware Device? - Try Resetting BIOS
Like any software, the BIOS can become corrupt. If the BIOS becomes corrupt, a hardware device may not operate properly, or a hardware device may be detected, or the computer may fail to start. More ...
How to Fix Mshtml.dll Error
Mshtml.dll enables browsers to analyze and use HTML and Cascading Style Sheets. So, when browsers fail to find that file, they end up crashing. Here's how to fix Mshtml.dll errors. More ...
A lot of Beepen and Tooten But No Booten?
You start your computer and all you get is a blank screen and some beeping noise. The reason your computer is beeping is because it has a serious problem that prevents it from communicating via its standard output, the screen. More ...
