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Powering Your PC – Things You Should Know About Your Power Supply

Wed, 31 May 2006 07:18:59 -0400

A power supply is what enables the computer to function. It is nothing less than the most crucial part. With a badly functioning power supply, a PC is just a heap of a receptacle of wires, cables, resistors, and plastic. On a desktop computer, the power supply is easily visible on the back of the machine. Follow the central processing unit’s power cable back to the source, and you will have found it. Immediately next to it you will find a fan, which is there to ensure that the power supply does not overheat the PC and cause irreparable damage to the machine.

The Top Five Most Popular Computer Upgrades

Tue, 30 May 2006 13:10:55 -0400

Almost everybody who owns a computer wants to keep track of the fastest and latest technology. In order to keep track of the continuous changes in the technological world, one has to always own an up to date computer. But, what are these upgrades?

Switch To Power-Three Warning Signs Of A Failing Power Supply

Mon, 29 May 2006 08:32:23 -0400

It is quite a huge setback when your power supply conks off. Nowadays the PC has become almost a family member. When we lose control over our computers, it is great cause for concern. How will we chat with our friends? How will we research that project that is due tomorrow? What about all those important and vital files?

PC Pluggables-The Ten Most Common Things Plugged Into A Computer

Sun, 28 May 2006 01:35:46 -0400

It is now rather ‘un-cool’ not to have all the latest gadgets and not to know about them. The number of fashionable accessories available will overwhelm anyone. Right from storage to graphics technology, anything can be plugged into your computer.

Select Your Computer Cables With Care

Sat, 27 May 2006 13:34:29 -0400

The processor is what co-ordinates the functioning of the remaining parts of the computer. And the cables connect all these parts together as well as bring power to the machine. In the beginning it may appear that the selection of cables is very simple, and usually decided by the factory design, but is this always true?

Building A Computer? Here Are The Must-Haves.

Wed, 24 May 2006 09:00:03 -0400

Firstly, building your own computer is a very difficult job. Especially if you don’t know what should go into it’s making. So before you feel too happy about it, ensure that you have the best technology available. This is a bi feat you are tackling and you must make it turn out as close to perfect as possible. Once your PC is complete you will want it to hold the best hardware you can find.

Buying A Mouse? Three Tips To Help You.

Tue, 23 May 2006 07:54:25 -0400

In the year 1984, Apple Computers came up with the computer mouse which then became widely accepted as the easiest way to move files and point to icons on the computer screen.

A computer mouse is normally connected to the computer via a USB port, which is the same port that other peripheral devices use. Older computers and mice used the round PS/2 connector. Therefore, before buying a new mouse, it is a good idea to check what kind of port or connector your computer uses.

Why An LCD Monitor Is Better Than A CRT

Mon, 22 May 2006 12:09:41 -0400

If you want to replace your old monitor with a new one, there are innumerable options to choose from. Decide what features you want to spend on and which ones don’t matter much to you. You may need a larger monitor to watch videos or play games. Or, perhaps, you need only a basic monitor for the basic computer functions. There are two types of monitors that you can choose from, LCD and CRT. Here are some of the reasons why LCD monitors are the top choice for computer buyers.

Make Your Computer And Modem Work for You

Fri, 19 May 2006 03:07:09 -0400

Having to stay at home all day for any reason doesn’t mean you can’t earn money for yourself. All you need is a computer with a modem…built-in or otherwise.

With the fast growing internet traffic and reliability of this technology, businesses and companies are looking toward the internet to help reliable employees work from home. Taking advantage of this has permitted thousands of people around the world to hold a lucrative job while at the same time working from the comfort of home.

What Wireless Really Means in Computer Language

Thu, 18 May 2006 03:20:48 -0400

What if you are lost thanks to an outdated map and want to generate a fresh one on the fly? Nowadays, most modern travelers, just like many others, have begun to integrate a new kind of technology into daily living: wireless computing! Gone are those days when you were shackled to the your home computer as the only source of information and computing power; instead, now we employ this newest form of computing to have computer access on a really continuous basis.

Five Points To Watch Out For When Buying A Laptop

Wed, 17 May 2006 08:02:34 -0400

Laptops are becoming increasingly common nowadays. For thos who are thinking of buying one, you will be confused not only by the number of brands in the market but also by the various accessories that each one has to offer. It can be quite a task to decide which of the accessories you really need. Obviously, this depends mainly upon your needs and plans with your computer, but there are five essentials that you might look for first.

Little Knowledge Is More Dangerous Than No Knowledge

Fri, 05 May 2006 09:10:02 -0400

Computer Hardware

Computers nowadays have become as common as any other household items. And the familiarity with computers has, as a consequence turned everyone into semi-professionals when it comes to their repair. Many people are confident enough to perform upgrades, ranging from a simple sound card upgrade to complex motherboard upgrades. In spite of the increasing comfort when dealing with technology, we must remember that there are still times when a professional should be consulted to assist with hardware.

Silence your PC

Tue, 02 May 2006 09:00:41 -0400

The noise made by a PC can hamper work by distracting the user. Here are some tips as to how you can silence your PC and work in peace.

The first thing to do to silence a noisy computer is to listen to the kind of sound its making. Decide which are the loudest and most irritating noises. Maybe it is the sound of the hard drives whining or maybe the air moving through the computer’s fans are driving you crazy. Older hard drives may even make a clanking, clicking noise. If you have experience repairing and fixing computers, you can start by opening the computer and listening. Try disconnecting the fans and the hard drives one at a time to determine which of them is making all the noise.

SCSI?

Sat, 29 Apr 2006 06:57:47 -0400

SCSI, short for Small Computer Systems Interface is also pronounced “scuzzy”. It provides a high speed connection for peripheral devices and is a simple input-output system. Peripheral devices like scanners, hard disks etc. can be connected to a computer via an SCSI connection. SCSI connectors come in many varieties and are used in most Mac computers and operating systems.

Tips for a Quieter PC

Wed, 26 Apr 2006 01:38:19 -0400

Every time you switch on your computer does it make a noise that is irritating? Do you find yourself distracted by the constant noise wishing there was a way to hush the PC. Luckily there are ways for a computer user to silence older computers and get some of the peace and quiet back to the computer workstation.