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List of Must Have Software Programs For Computer Repair ToolKit

May 4, 2013 By 12 Comments
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One day you may regret not having the right software toolkit when you run into a situation whereby you  find yourself stuck, completely out of options but to repair your personal computer with common software programs you're supposed to have in the first place.  Since the day I   tried to remove screws with a nail and teeth,  I've known the importance of having the right tools at hand. These makeshift tools sometimes may work well, but hey! they are certainly not substitutes for good tools. Thinking of who should have the right tools? Well, it's not really a burden of technicians or engineers only, every individual needs to have little computer first aid box available just in case of an … [Read more...]

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Microsoft Windows 8.1 (Blue) Hits the Internet

May 1, 2013 By 7 Comments
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The highly anticipated release of Windows 8 back in fall of 2012 saw a thorough overhaul of the Graphical User Interface of the popular operating system. Software giant Microsoft completely revamped the design and functionality of its flagship product by introducing a brand new "Metro" app interface which constantly displays updated information in the form of live tile, and built in windows monitoring software to boost system security without having the need to install a third party security suites like McAfee and Norton. Windows 8, despite its steep learning curve, was well received by both fans and critics alike upon its release. Much to the chagrin of its early users; the OS eliminated … [Read more...]

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5 Simple Ways to Prevent Files or Data Loss on Your Computer

April 26, 2013 By 17 Comments
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Apart from keeping your computer safe and your internet connection secure, don't you think it is necessary to protect, secure and prevent your personal files, important data and information on your computer from getting lost? Files and data loss is one of the most common problem faced by many computer users including the pros. Due to neglect and carelessness, many users lose tangible information, substantial and useful files on their computer. No matter how smart you may be, if your files and data are not backed up and secured the right way, there is no way you wont lose them, unless these steps are put into work.  #1 Use Windows Backup System backup is one of best and important … [Read more...]

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5 Simple Steps to Secure your Personal Computer

April 8, 2013 By 11 Comments
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Computer insecurity has been widely common since the importance of computers became globally known. Many security upgrades were taken to ensure maximum security on personal computers, yet security breach is still at large and it seems like it can never be eradicated. Computer insecurity has brought about countless chaos and frustrations to many victims including identity theft, virus attack, loss of files, private information theft,  and more. To most computer users, "only computer professionals can guarantee maximum security over their computer," a statement I consider wrong due to the  fact that those so-called computer professionals use the same operating system as any other user. They … [Read more...]

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Fix: Get ‘Copy’ & ‘Paste’ Functions Re-enabled in Windows

February 19, 2013 By 5 Comments
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Copy and paste are two fundamental commands of Windows which enable you to take a file from one location to another. The contextual menu available in every Windows program will enable the user to 'copy' a file from any location and 'paste' the same file in another location of the user's choice. 'Ctrl+C' & 'Ctrl+V' are the two shortcut keys for handling copy & paste functions. However, you could face a problem in accessing these commands, at times. Although, it is not a big issue, but becomes one during urgency. Here are few tweaks that have been mentioned to get these functions enabled. Must Read: Easy Way to Burn Windows OS .iso File to a USB Drive or DVD You may need to … [Read more...]

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Easy Way to Burn Windows OS .iso File to a USB Drive or DVD

February 12, 2013 By 7 Comments
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I remember those days we used burn to CD  and then later to DVD but there has been lots of advancement in technology in the last couple of years & now we can burn to a USB Drive. The sweetest part is that one can burn Windows OS to USB Drive & load a PC from setup mode with a USB Drive. Cool, right? This is essentially useful if you're going to load a new Windows on a netbook with no DVD drive. With the needed tool, you can easily install Windows from a USB flash drive which is even more convenient than using a DVD disc since they can unreliable at times. Must Read: Missing the Old Start Button on Windows 8? You can Get it Back Requirements:- -  Windows 7 DVD/USB Download … [Read more...]

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Windows 8 Starter Guide: Get to Know W8 Sooner and Better

January 26, 2013 By 8 Comments
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Launch and release of Windows 8 would excited a lot of users, but when it came to the usage of this same OS on their systems, it was disappointing. The reason is the completely new interface, with the elimination of traditional interface elements. It is not being long that Windows 8 was released and perhaps, users are still having a tough time trying to operate it. Must Read: How to Install Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 Offline On Windows 8 With this notion, we have come up with certain suggestions that would help new users to work with W8 interface in a better and easier way. Play with your Start screen tiles For a bigger view of any tile, drag it to top or bottom of the … [Read more...]

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Simple Techniques to Use Windows 7 More Efficiently

January 21, 2013 By 5 Comments
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Windows 8 seemed to be a hot cake for a long time now. However, after the release and hands on experience of W8, most of the users are not willing to switch their operating system from Windows 7 to Windows 8. Existing users have decided to stick to Windows 7 and new users are planning to buy Windows 7 system. Despite using Windows 7, many of the users haven't explored it well. For new users & existing users (who do not know it in depth), we have cited few ways to make the most out of their Windows 7 operating system. Let's get started with it. Must Read: 7 Ways to Make Your Computer Last Longer Search in Windows 7 It happens, often that you save a document and do not … [Read more...]

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