Learn how to fix hardware and software errors. It is a very important know how to trouble shoot properly. You don't have to be a hardware technician and system specialist. You need to know that every hardware component in the computer system has its own configurations so techiniques and methods of troubleshooting varies. Below are some guide lines to help you in troubleshooting your computer problems, these techniques are basic … [Read more...]
how to start a program minimized on Windows 7
February 22, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Run Minimized Here is another tip for all of you secrecy fans out there, because today we're going to learn how to start a program minimized! Just find the executable for the program in question and right-click on it. Select “Properties”. Make sure you're on the Shortcut tabs and next to the run field use the drop-down box to select “Minimized”. Hit OK, and you're done! … [Read more...]
Folder Shortcut for Windows 7
February 22, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Folder Shortcut for Windows 7 If you're the kind of super-organized Windows 7 user that creates a lot of new folders, then today's tip is specifically for you! Sure, you can just right-click and select “New Folder” to get the job done, but shortcuts combinations are always quicker! Besides, you'll look cool doing it, too! Simply go to the location where you'd like to create a new folder and press Ctrl+Shift+N. A new folder will appear … [Read more...]
Useful Computer information
October 15, 2009 By Leave a Comment
It's all about the Properties Need to see the specifics about a file on your computer? Want to know the size, date created or what program the file is associated with? We all know that right-clicking and selecting "Properties" is the usual method, but did you know there were alternatives, too? Alt + Enter a highlighted object to see its Properties. You can also just hold the Alt key down and double-click the item. There you have it! A … [Read more...]
Tips and Tricks
October 11, 2009 By
Cut and Paste We all use the copy and paste method. I would be so lost without the copy and paste function. Sometimes this doesn’t work - Well, there is a simple fix! Half the time, when we are trying to copy is a pain but it happens to all of us at one point or another. Just be glad this is an easy fix for it! It's all about the Properties Need to see the specifics about a file on your computer? Want to know the size, date … [Read more...]
Filed Under: Computer Tips and Tricks Tagged With: Computer Tips and Tricks, IT, windows
How to get rid of scratches on your computer hardware
October 8, 2009 By Leave a Comment
If you have a large CD (or DVD) collection, I'm willing to bet that at least one of them is scratched. There are special CD repair kits available, but before you go out and buy something, try fixing it yourself first. The best thing to try is a good cleaning. You can run warm water or rubbing alcohol over the CD to clean it. When you're done, just shake the excess liquid off and be sure to let the CD air dry. If that doesn't work, … [Read more...]
