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How to Create a Skewed Screenshot with Reflection in Photoshop CS4
In this screencast, I'll walk you through the process of creating a cool, skewed, 3D looking screenshot using Photoshop CS4 (works in Photoshop legacy versions as well)
How to Convert DivX Format to DVD Format
Converting DivX format files to DVD format files involves dragging the video file into a program called DVD Flick and creating a DVD with a DVD burner. Home computers make DVD creation easier with...
How to Choose DVD Burning Software
DVD burning software programs for a computer include Open Source, Burn or DVD Flick, but choosing the right one depends on a user's comfort and needs. Burn high quality DVD's by selecting the...
How to Compress a Mac File With StuffIt
Stuffit expander is a free compression program that can be used for Mac files, which saves room on a computer by compressing files into ZIP and TAR files. Whether saving computer space or trying...
How to Add a Computer to a Wireless Network
Adding a computer to a wireless network can be done by simply turning the Airport function on with a Mac and being within range of a wireless signal. Pick up a wireless signal at a coffee shop,...
How to Add a Computer to a Wireless Network Without the Network Key
Adding a computer to a wireless network without a network key is done by typing in the IP address attached to the router, logging in when prompted, and going to WAPP to disable the setting....
How to Buy RAM for Your Laptop
Before buying RAM for a laptop, be sure to first find out the type of RAM needed by looking at the box, manual or on the operating system itself. Whether purchasing RAM for a Mac or PC, learn...
How to Change a Mouse Cursor
A computer mouse cursor can be easily changed by going to the Start menu, opening the Control Panel, selecting Mouse Settings and clicking Properties. Add shadows, change cursor speed or download...
How to Keep a PC Running Smoothly
Keep a PC running smoothly by not downloading malicious software, uninstalling old programs when performing program updates and not downloading software directly to a hard drive. Optimize a PC's...
How to Open RAR Files
RAR computer files are compressed files created on Linux systems and require decompression software to open them. Open RAR computer files with tips from a computer technician in this free video on...
How to Choose a Paint Program
Most computers have a built-in paint program, but when buying one, the main thing to consider is price. Select a computer paint program with tips from a computer technician in this free video on...
How to Clean a Virus-Infected Computer
Before cleaning a virus-infected computer, determine the type of virus infecting the hard drive using an online scanner. Clean a virus infected computer with tips from a computer technician in...
How to Play FLV Files Online & Off-line
FLV files can be played online directly from a Web page or downloaded and played off-line. Play FLV computer files online using an Internet browser or off-line using the VLC media player with tips...
How to Make an MP3 Into a Ringtone
Turning an MP3 into a ringtone requires audio editing software, a USB port and cables or the ability to email an MP3 to a phone. Convert a computer MP3 file into a ringtone with tips from a...
How to Remove Viruses for Free
Removing viruses for free can be done by searching for a particular virus on a major search engine, locating a software patch to delete it and running a virus sweep on the computer. Delete...
How to Scan & Remove Viruses for Free
Scanning and removing viruses is best done by using virus and spyware scanning software. Scan and remove computer viruses with tips from a computer technician in this free video on computer software.
How to Delete Everything on a Hard Drive
Delete everything on a hard drive by using the NTFS device on Non-Windows computers to quickly format the drive. Remove unwanted data using Windows XP with tips from a software developer in this...
How to Change a Laptop Battery
Change a laptop battery by turning off the computer to avoid killing the operating system and removing the battery from its clamp. Protect a laptop and change the batteries with tips from a...
How to Find Out What Type of Graphics Card is in a Computer
Find out what type of graphics card is in a computer by opening the Device Manager feature in Windows XP to see the display adapters. View information about the properties of the adapter with help...
How to Make a Bar Graph Using Microsoft Excel 2003
Make a bar graph using Microsoft Excel 2003 by typing in data and selecting the data range and graph type. Create various graphs using Microsoft Office with tips from a software developer in this...
How to Back Up Files to a Server
Back up files to a server by clicking the address bar in Windows XP to pull up a list of folders that can be copied onto the server. Learn to save important documents and files onto a server from...
Creating a Time Sheet
Create a time sheet by opening Microsoft Excel to create a formula that calculates information related to working hours and payment. Make a time sheet and keep track of important work records with...
How to Find Out How Fast a Processor Is
Find out how fast a computer processor is by clicking on the My Computer feature and selecting Properties to gain access to important PC operating system information. Determine the processing...
How to Fix a Computer
Computer problems generally occur due to programs that run over the top of operating systems, which can cause a PC to run into errors or crash. Fix a PC by using the Task Manager feature to locate...
How to Create a Simple Timeline With Excel
Create a simple timeline with Excel by downloading a template from Microsoft Office online. Click the All Programs feature on a PC to begin making an Excel timeline with tips from a software...
How to Free Up Memory Space on a Computer
Free up memory space on a computer by selecting the task manager feature to access a list of running PC programs and information on CPU usage, before deleting unnecessary items. Eliminate unused...
How to Change Window Text in Windows XP
Change the display of Window text in Windows XP by right clicking on the desktop to gain access to the advanced display settings menu. Increase or decrease the size of font sizes and text in...
How to Change the Font Size in Hotmail Messages
Change the font size of a Hotmail message by logging into the email account, highlighting the text and using the tool bar to increase or decrease the size of the text. Open up the Web browser and...
How to Create a For Next Loop in Excel VBA
Create a For Next Loop in Excel VBA by typing in code that runs a series of operations as soon as it is activated in the worksheet. Set WS values and operate Excel efficiently by opening up the...
How to Create an Input Box in Excel VBA
Create an input box in Excel VBA by opening up the VB editor and using the controls to assign a macro window. Log onto the All Programs feature to make an input box in Excel VBA with help from a...
How to Link Data to Another Spreadsheet in Excel
Open up Microsoft Office and use the Excel program to link data from separate spreadsheets together by using a linking feature built into Excel's formulas. Combine data from two separate...
How to Download Videos From YouTube
Download videos from YouTube by opening the Web browser, highlighting the address, and copying the file to the PC desktop. Convert downloaded YouTube videos to WMV files or Quick Time using tips...
How to Increase Internet Connection Speed
Increase Internet connection speed by turning off toolbars, disabling add-ons and defragmenting the computer. Speed up a computer and increase browsing speed with help from a software developer in...
How to Make a Desktop Theme
Make a desktop theme by right clicking on the desktop to access the computer's window color and appearance settings. Expand the color mixer, change the background or add wallpaper to alter the...
How to Copy Text From a PDF (Acrobat) Document
Copy text from an Adobe PDF document by selecting the appropriate tool to help highlight the text and open it in a text editing program like Microsoft Word. Use programs on a PC to copy and edit...
How to Create a Tent-Fold Greeting Card in a Word-Processing Program
Create a tent-fold greeting card in a word-processing program on a computer by downloading a template through Microsoft Office. Enter in text and create a wonderful greeting card for friends and...
How to Keep Track of Changes in an Excel Document
Keep track of changes in an Excel document on a PC by using Microsoft Office to highlight and view any alterations that occurred since the document was last saved. Review and track changes in...
How to Create an Agenda Slide to Organize a PowerPoint Presentation
Create an agenda slide in Microsoft Office to help manage and manipulate the organization of a PowerPoint presentation. Formulate a bullet list and create links to help access important...
How to Merge Workbooks in Excel
Merge workbooks in Excel to allow multiple users to make changes to documents by using the Tools menu in Microsoft Office. Merge and edit spreadsheets in Excel with tips from a software developer...
How to Find Out if You Have a Network Card in Your PC & What Type it Is
Find out if a computer has a network card by clicking on the device manager feature in Windows Vista or the my computer feature in Windows XP to locate information related to the network adapters....
How to Create a Formula in Excel 2003
Creating a formula in Excel 2003 is a great way to perform mathematical calculations and basic math using the Microsoft Office computer program. Type in numbers and make accurate calculations in...
How to Create a Simple Budget in Excel 2003
Create a simple budget in Excel 2003 by using Microsoft Office to keep track of monthly expenditures. Make a budget on Excel 2003 to manage money and expenses with help from a software developer...
How to Find a Newsletter Template
Find a newsletter template by searching the Internet to download templates onto a Microsoft Word document. Open up Microsoft Office and search online for templates using tips from a software...
How to Download Files to Your Computer With an FTP Program
Download files onto a computer with an FTP program by using Windows Explorer to type in the address of the server on an FTP Web site. Learn to download resumes and other important documents onto a...
How to Create an Excel Formula
Creating an Excel formula in Microsoft Office is a great way to perform mathematical calculations based on data that's already been entered or through other cells within the workbook. Navigate...
How to Create a Simple Budget in Excel
Create a simple budget on a computer by using the Excel program in Microsoft Office to calculate expenses and help manage money. Click the All Programs feature on a PC and begin creating a budget...
Using Outlook to Check Gmail
Using Outlook to check Gmail files on a computer is a quick and easy way to monitor incoming and outgoing messages. Learn how to use Outlook on a PC with tips from a software developer in this...
Using the Outlook Calendar
Using the Outlook calendar feature on a computer is a great way to monitor and manage up-and-coming events. Learn to use the Outlook calendar with tips from a software developer in this free video...
How to View the Cache for Internet Explorer Vista
Viewing the cache in Internet Explorer Vista allows the user the availability to view Web sites and Internet browsing history information. Navigate the cache in Internet Explorer Vista with tips...
How to Create a Cursor
Create a cursor by using the computer program gimp, which can be downloaded for free over the Internet. Make a cursor for a PC with tips from a software developer in this free video about computer...