Input & Output Devices

How to Use Vonage VoIP Phone Service

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So you just opened up your phone bill, and that call to Aunt Martha ran you $10! It would have only been $6 after 6 p.m., and less still if you’d waited until later in the evening. But it would have been more on Tuesdays in March. You've had it ... more »

How to Attach a USB Drive to Your Computer

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Universal Serial Bus (USB) drives are compact. They're connected to computers' USB ports to transfer data between machines. These drives are compatible with almost all the operating systems. If the USB port is not available on your computer, you ... more »

How to Buy a Flash Memory Reader

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Do you have to wait a long time while your computer downloads digital images you took on your vacation? If so, a flash memory reader is exactly what you need. A USB flash memory reader works at a high speed, transferring data and images between ... more »

How to Connect Camcorders to a Computer

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Camcorders offer the film enthusiast an opportunity to record exciting video footage and transfer that footage to a computer for further editing or viewing. You can use several methods to connect a camcorder to a computer. Read through the steps ... more »

How to Convert Cassette Tapes to MP3 Files

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Cassette tapes are becoming less and less popular, as CDs and MP3 players are becoming more and more popular. If you have music or some other kind of content on cassette tapes that you want to keep, however, it is easy to transfer the content to ... more »

How to Format a Memory Card

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You've been having problems with your memory card. You need to clear out its contents to make it work fine again. Or you simply need to erase all of its data. Here's how you do it... more »

How to Get the Best Audio Quality From Your Computer

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The inside of a computer is noisy and affects sound quality. You can improve the sound by upgrading your computer's sound card, adding external speakers, or connecting your computer to your stereo system... more »

How to Put VHS Home Movies Onto Your Computer

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VCRs are almost impossible to find in stores these days, and when they are found, it is usually attached with a DVD player. Instead of just letting your home videos collect dust or paying hundreds of dollars to have them all converted to DVD, ... more »

How to Recover Floppy Disk Data

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Most people who have used a floppy disk have had the frustrating experience of losing important information at one time or another. However, when good floppy disks go bad, there are ways to recover your lost data... more »

How to Set up Multiple Webcams to Lifecast

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A step by step way to set up multiple webcams to lifecast... more »

How to Use an External Hard Drive on Your PC

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An external hard drive can be used to store digital images, large music files, large documents and other personal files that may take up too much space on your computer’s original manufactured hard drive. External hard drives are portable and ... more »

How to Use Keyboard Shortcuts in Internet Explorer

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Keyboard shortcuts are commands you give your computer or Web browser using the keys on your computer's keyboard instead of your mouse. Keyboard shortcuts are useful if you dislike using a mouse, if you are concerned about carpel tunnel syndrome ... more »

How to Use Your Laptop in Argentina

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Many people travel to Argentina to escape the realities of work and chaos. These people may realize that being out of touch with the world can have some stresses of its own. Take your laptop when you visit Argentina, and you'll have peace of mind ... more »

How to Use Your Laptop in South Korea

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Many people travel to South Korea to escape the realities of work and responsibilities, but find that being out of touch with the world can have some stresses of its own. Take your laptop when you visit South Korea, and you'll have peace of mind ... more »

How to View Photos from a Digital Camera Using a Flash Memory Reader

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Flash memory cards are used in most digital cameras to store photos. You need to import the photos to your PC to view them. There are two ways to do so: connecting a camera directly to the computer via USB (Universal Serial Bus) cable and by ... more »

How to Back Up Data on a Pocket PC to a Computer

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If you back up the data on your pocket PC to your computer, you can restore lost files in case of deletion or system corruption. Microsoft ActiveSync makes backing up easy. Just follow these instructions... more »

How to Back Up Data on an HP iPAQ to a Computer

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Microsoft ActiveSync makes it easy for you to back up data on an HP iPAQ. Here are the steps... more »

How to Burn A CD

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For anyone ever confused about burning a cd.. more »

How to Buy a Broadband Modem

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A broadband modem is a device used for broadband Internet access (DSL or cable) for single PCs. Assess the features of a broadband modem and its compatibility with your Internet service as well as your computer before buying one. Here’s how:.. more »

How to Buy a USB Wireless Modem for Your Desktop Computer

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A USB wireless modem is a device used for accessing wireless internet on a desktop computer. A USB wireless modem (that uses a USB cable) is recommended over an Ethernet wireless modem (that uses an Ethernet cable) because desktop computers have ... more »

How to Buy a ZigBee Coordinator

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Zigbee is not a company but a group of companies selling new technology. Zigbee is like BlueTooth; it's a technology with wireless capability. The difference is that Zigbee utilizes radio waves. The Zigbee Coordinator is the kingpin of the Zigbee ... more »

How to Buy VGA Gender Changers

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Video Graphics Array, or VGA, is the standard analog display connector for most computers. VGA connectors can be found on more than just computer monitors, though. Many HD TVs, multimedia projectors, video game consoles and laptops have VGA ... more »

How to Care for a Computer Mouse

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In the old days, mouse cleaning was a pain. Mice managed to pick up every stay crumb and speck of dust on your desk. When it came time to clean you needed toothpicks, tweezers and all sorts of other things to clean them out. With optical mice, ... more »

How to Change the Audio Output of a PC

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Computers today have many audio output options. Depending on the operating system and sound preferences, a PC can offer a wide range of listening choices. Read the steps below to better understand how to change the audio output of a PC... more »

How to Choose a Good KVM Switch

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A KVM switch (Keyboard, Video and Mouse) is a hardware device used for sharing a keyboard, monitor or mouse on multiple computers. There are several factors to consider while choosing a compatible KVM switch for your computers... more »

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