Create Recovery Discs for Windows Vista with HP Recovery Manager
After booting up your computer, with factory installed Vista for the first time, be sure to create a set of recovery discs of the full factory image. The recovery discs are used to start up (boot) the computer and recover the operating system and software to factory settings in case of system instability or failure. More ...
How to Spot a Failing Hard Drive
Everybody who uses computers regularly is likely to experience either data loss or a failed hard drive at some time. Hard drive maintenance can be broken down into two distinct functions: checking the disk for failed clusters and keeping data organized on the drive so that it can be accessed quickly. 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 ...
A Thorough Guide to Fixing That Printer That is Not Working
Most PC users are dependent on printers to create important documents, as a result, a malfunctioning printer can cause all sorts of problems. However, you can repair your printer with relative ease if you follow a few simple steps. More ...
Free Firewall - ZoneAlarm
Hackers want to know if your computer has any open ports they can use to take control of your computer. One of the hackers favorite tricks is to install spyware on your computer. More ...
Windows 7 System Recovery Options
Windows 7 provides tools that can be used to repair the operating system if it becomes damaged. On some systems these tools are installed in a special recovery section of the hard disk, if not installed on your system, boot from the installation disk or system repair disc. More ...
Why Don't I Get Sound From My PC?
Don't get sound from your PC? Here are the troubleshooting steps to find out why you're not getting any sound. You may need the original driver disks that came with the separate sound card or motherboard with integrated sound. If you don't have the disks, look for the drivers on the Manufacturer's web site. More ...
Windows 10 Built-in Memory Diagnostic Tool
If your computer keeps crashing, freezing, or randomly rebooting, one likely cause could be a bad memory chip. Here's how to use Windows built-in memory diagnostic tool. More ...
How to Troubleshoot a Document Scanner
When toubleshooting a scanner, first check the obvious. Then make sure the scanner iinitialized properly. The make sure the PC recognized the scanner. More ...
How to Fix msvcrt40.dll Error
msvcrt40.dll is a Dynamic link library which is part of the Microsoft C Runtime Library that was placed on your system by software you installed. There are numerous things that can cause a msvcrt40 dll error. More ...
How to Fix No Sound in Windows 7
If your sound doesn't work and you need it to work as soon as possible you can fix this yourself. I'm here to help! More ...
Troubleshooting Windows 7 Inside Out
This book is for all level of Windows 7 users ranging from beginner to quite advanced. Lots of tips and tricks explained with screenshots. Contains a ton of useful troubleshooting tips for Windows 7.
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