Laptops

How to Choose Between a Laptop and a Desktop

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Many people find it difficult to choose between a laptop and a desktop computer. Each one has its own set of advantages and disadvantages that you must consider before making your decision. Choosing the computer system you prefer depends on your ... more »

How to choose between buying a desktop or laptop

By Ron Auerbach

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This article will help you decide if buying a desktop or laptop is the better way to go. I've taught computers and have helped many people with their computer needs... more »

How to Clean a Laptop Fan

By Juliet Myfanwy Johnson

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Your laptop has several heat sinks and fans that cool the processor as it works. These areas like to collect dust, and dust makes the machine have to work harder while functioning. With a keen eye, some tiny screwdrivers and patient fingers, you ... more »

How to Clean a Laptop Safely

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Most laptop manufacturers suggest a thorough cleaning be performed on the machine annually. Over time dust, pet hair, cigarette ashes and residue can build up inside and on your laptop computer. This debris can affect your display and disrupt the ... more »

How to Comparison Shop for a Laptop Computer Online

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Prices on laptops continue to decline. To find the best quality for your dollar, comparison shop online at sites like Froogle, Bizrate, Pricegrabber and MySimon. Here's how to access the information... more »

How to Connect an Inkjet Printer to a Laptop

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Connecting an inkjet printer to a laptop is relatively easy and there are many ways to do it. Follow these steps to connect an inkjet printer to a laptop using a cable (USB, serial or parallel cables) or a wireless network... more »

How to Cover a Laptop Screen for Privacy

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Protecting your information from prying eyes is important if you sometimes work in a public space. There are a variety of screening options available to suit any laptop computer. From sheets that you apply directly to your laptop screen, to ... more »

How to Ditch a Desktop for a Laptop

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Once you start to work on a laptop computer, you will be happy to ditch your desktop computer. Laptops are so mobile you can take them anywhere. You only have to worry about someone stealing them. All the things your desktop has, laptops have. ... more »

How to Do Basic Maintenance on Your PC

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Have you ever sat in front of your computer and noticed strange things happening? An application that opened normally yesterday will not work today. A file that opened easily last week, suddenly takes forever to open today. You may also have ... more »

How to Extend Laptop Battery Life

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I will explain how you can get the most out of your laptop battery. Have you ever been on the road and were in the middle of an important document when your laptop died? If so, there are numerous ways you can extend battery life and make sure ... more »

How to Extend Life of Laptop Keys

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If you habitually smoke, drink or eat sticky foods around your laptop, even if you just spend a lot of time typing on it, the keyboard will get dirty and the keys will no longer perform as they used to. Follow this method for cleaning up your ... more »

How to Find a Deal on a Laptop Computer

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If you work from home or travel for business, you will eventually find yourself in need of a laptop computer. There are so many different computers available on the market that it can be a daunting task to find something that is efficient and ... more »

How to Find Repair Parts for Your IBM ThinkPad

By Kat Yares

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Although no longer manufactured by IBM, the ThinkPad is still considered the workhorse of the laptop world. Many users also feel they are the most user friendly, especially when it comes to replacing a malfunctioning part. Fortunately for ... more »

How to get info about hp laptops

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learn about some hp laptops and then check my other articles for info on other laptops.. more »

How to Get the Best Deal for a Computer Online

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If you are looking for a computer online, the best thing to do is research, research, research. Don’t fall prey to flashy online ads that promise the moon and stars in your computer when the offer doesn’t totally reflect the model of computer you ... more »

How to Give New Life to Plll and P4 Laptops-Upgrading the Hard Drive

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Increasing your laptop's hard drive capacity can add life to an older laptop. Saving digital media files such as pictures, movies and music eats up hard drive space. Increased storage capacity adds speed, functionality and usefulness. When ... more »

How to Increase Laptop Battery Life

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If you are like many people, you have had the unpleasant experience of working on a project on your laptop, only to cry out in frustration as your battery dies in the middle of something important. You may not know, but it is possible to increase ... more »

How to Increase Your PC Band-With by 20%

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Microsoft reserves 20% of your available bandwith for their own purposes like windows updates and interogating your pc etc, this article will help you in getting that 20% bandwith for your own purpose. This article will help you in how to get ... more »

How to Install a New Sound Card in Your Acer Laptop PC

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Adding a new sound card to your Acer laptop PC can greatly enhance your enjoyment of music and games played on it. Since the sound card in your Acer laptop is integrated with the system board, you’ll need to install either a PCMCIA sound card or ... more »

How to Install a New Sound Card in Your Sony Laptop PC

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Notebook and laptop PCs are notorious for having poor sound cards. Your Sony laptop has a sound card that is built into the system board, which means that you can’t simply pull the sound card and install a new one. You can, however, improving the ... more »

How to Install a Wireless Mouse for Use With Your Mac Laptop

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Using a wireless mouse is a great way to make your Mac laptop more convenient, flexible and truly portable. The touchpad is fine for limited use, but if your laptop is your primary computer--as it is for so many--you'll eventually want the ... more »

How to Install RAM in Your Macbook

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Your Macbook probably came with at least 512mb RAM— but is it ever enough? Not if you’re running high end graphics and gaming applications. Fortunately, installing additional RAM in your Macbook isn’t difficult... more »

How to Install RAM Underneath the Keyboard of a Laptop

By Zachary Freeman

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To save manufacturing costs or space, laptop manufacturers occasionally put the RAM bay underneath the keyboard. This makes upgrading or swapping out the RAM sticks a much more painful experience. This guide will help you get up underneath that ... more »

How to Keep a Laptop From Overheating

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Laptops are a modern wonder, compact and convenient. But from time to time, without proper precaution, they can overheat. If you have troubles keeping your laptop cool, a few simple tips can help to prevent your computer from overheating... more »

How to Know What to Look for When Buying a New Computer

By MidniteWriter

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Whether you are in the market for a desktop or a laptop computer, this article will give you the information you need to make the best purchase. Read on to learn more... more »

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