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Read more...What is Malware?
Thursday, 06 May 2010 00:00 | 
Written by Ralph Walker | 
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Malware is defined as malicious software. It can be caused by software programs that claim to be FREE but really are not, in the long run. Some of these programs may inform you that your computer is infected after the so called FREE scan. After the scanning your computer's hard drive for several minutes and it will inform you that your computer is infected.
Free Anti-Virus Software ReviewMonday, 04 January 2010 22:15 | Written by Steve Rodriguez | | |
As most people know, having an Anti-Virus is very important, but most people just dont want to contribute the $20 - $60 to purchase one, they feel it is unneccesary, which it is when you have great FREE alternatives availible, litsed below are a few of my favorites with a few notes about each one added.
General Computer TroubleshootingSunday, 10 January 2010 14:12 | Written by Steve Rodriguez | | |
Computer problems are frustrating. Becoming frustrated during the troubleshooting process will only lead to more problems. So the important thing to do first is take a deep breath, think happy thoughts, and plan out your course of action. Have tools ready, restore disks and drivers. This will save you time and patience.
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Restore Your Computer's Performance with Windows XPMonday, 04 January 2010 21:50 | Written by Steve Rodriguez | | |
If your computer seems slower than it used to be, it probably is. My Dell laptop (1 yr old) is much slower now than when it was new. Over time, computers get slower for a variety of reasons: files become disorganized, unnecessary software consumes resources, unused network drives slow startup, or too many programs automatically run at startup.
Power Supply TroubleshootingSunday, 10 January 2010 14:14 | Written by Steve Rodriguez | | |
This article in our ultimate computer troubleshooting guide will be focussing on the power supply. The power supply is the componet at the rear of the PC that the powr cord plugs into. The inside consists on a numerous wires that plug into the motherboard and other devices, such as the hard disk drive, optical drives, floppies and even video cards. The power supply will normally either work or not work. This article will show you how to determine if the power supply is the cause of your computer problems.
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