PC Support

Every computer needs a little basic maintenance to keep it running smoothly and performing at it's maximum capacity. The newer operating systems are setup to do this automatically for you, but...

If anyone has ever asked you to send them a screenshot you may have been left scratching your head. Many people who are very educated in computer usage often times forget that not everyone knows...

The Automatic Updates feature is a vital Windows tool that makes downloading security fixes, patches and system components simple. It allows your computer to scan the Microsoft server for...

When you install People OnPage, a toolbar will be inserted to the side of your web browser. This toolbar will have photos of people that are on the same website you’re on. It will also include...

When things go haywire with a computer, a full-system reset is often the most hassle-free way to restore normal operation. Resetting a computer forces all programs to close and reloads the...

Windows XP, the operating system released by Microsoft after Windows Me and 2000, has been the subject of much praise and criticism. While Windows XP is a stable, reliable operating system, it...

Certain models of Toshiba laptop computers have a built-in camera installed above the monitor capable of taking both still pictures and live-action videos. This can be great for people who like to...

Fix It Utilities 6 is an older version of the software that helps you maintain your computer. The current version (as of October 2009) is Fix It Utilities 9. The newer version has an Internet...

Virtual memory is a type of storage for a Windows computer. When memory runs out, the operating system saves the information on the hard drive, which is called virtual memory since it isn't...

Over time it can be easy to build up a long favorites list while browsing everything on the internet with Internet Explorer. If your computer crashes all that work saving those sites is gone. ...

Partitioning hard drives is the process of sectioning the hardware for use. Some users create partitions for different operating systems, and others section the hard drive for different functions...

The Apple iPhone was introduced in 2007 and has gone on to become one of the most popular cell phones in the world. While it typically runs smoothly for most users, some users have encountered...

Looking for a way to clean up old files on your PC, remove adware/spyware, and speed up your computer by defragging your hard drive and repairing the registry? Well it is possible to do all of...

The Windows Task Manager is a component that monitors currently running processes, CPU memory usage, applications and networks running on a computer. It becomes disabled mostly by spyware, viruses...

Over time, it often becomes necessary to reload your computer's operating system. The system becomes bogged down by corrupted files, viruses and abandoned or unused programs. This can cause the...

Changing your computer's clock from its default setting to a 24-hour military time format is simple once you know where to look in the Windows operating system. Most people would think to check...

System Restore is a feature in Windows XP and Vista that makes it fast and easy to roll back system settings and software installations to an earlier point in time. Windows creates restore points...

Aawservice.exe is an executable file belonging to Adware 2007 (Adware Program). It is not a critical component, and usually automatically launches during start-up and runs in the background using...

Netmon.exe is an executable file of the W32.Mimail.M@mm worm parasite. Once W32.Mimail.M@mm has been executed, it copies the netmon.exe file into the Windows folder, allowing other malicious...

Cpmsky or cpmsky.biz is a browser hijacker that installs on your computer and launches every time you start your computer. Once it has been executed, it bombards your browser with frequent pop-up...

The default action of Vista power button icon is "Sleep." In a lot of cases, you may not want to use the sleep option, but would like to change the sleep icon to shutdown or hibernate. It is easy...

W32.Gammima is a worm parasite that installs on your computer, and copies itself multiple times on removable media such as SD memory cards and portable hard drives. It also hijacks password...

W32.HLLP.Sality is a virus that has backdoor capabilities and installs and executes keylogger that affects executable files by prepending its code to host files. It can also download and install...

In this "How-To", you will be shown how to configure the Mozilla Firefox web browser so that it clears all sensitive information automatically upon exit.

Have you ever wanted to copy your screen or take a snapshot of it? Now this is possible on the computer and it is quite easy. No matter what you are doing, this button captures everything. You...

Have you ever wanted to take a picture of your computer screen either for printing or for reference? Maybe you don't want to risk downloading the image? Read on to learn how to print screen shot...

Cookies are small text files that websites use to store information about you, your settings and your browsing preferences. Cookies are stored in folders on your browser's systems and might...

In this era of computers, we all want and need to keep our computers running at an efficient level. There isn't a person who hasn't turned on their computer at home and found that things have...

Sorry there are no pictures on this one. I could not think of anything to put in. well on to the point. I have on occasion been minding my own business writing my articles on ehow. I try to...

Weather you are uninstall a program you no longer use or a game you don't play there is no more effective way to free up system resources. Every program you don't use is wasting disk space you...

While USB flash drives are a convenient and easy way to quickly transfer large quantities of data in a tiny space, the way that they store data can cause them to become easily corrupted. If your...

If you're like me and have a large hard drive plus an external back-up hard drive, you know you can fit lots of useful programs in the space allocated on the hard drive. However, after a while,...

"Digital Blue" cameras offer features to younger children to let them experience the world of Photography. This experience can tarnish slightly for them when their pictures can not be uploaded to...

Sometimes due to different problems, such as bad program installs or viral, Spyware and Malware infections, options that should normally be available on a computer will be inaccessible or just...

Firewalls are used on computers to prevent unauthorized users from hacking into the computers and stealing personal information. It is also used to prevent viruses and worms from infecting...

When you want to completly clean out your computer with out any problems or programs messing it up you can use safe mode on your computer. In This artilce I will show you how to use your PC's safe...

Virtual memory, also known as a swap file, is space on a hard drive specifically allocated for use as additional system memory. When the physical memory runs out, data is allowed to overflow into...

On most keyboards, there is a button that will allow a user to right-click, and this button looks like a drop-down menu. Look for the right-click button on a computer keyboard, between the Ctrl...

A macro is a small program that automates certain tasks in the Microsoft Office suite of productivity programs. Some macros that you download from the Internet may contain a malicious virus...

Command Service, also known as CmdService, is a spyware program that causes advertising windows to pop up on your computer without warning. It may also track information about the user, including...

Many factors may affect your computer's smooth operation, including viruses, crashes and using too much memory. When a similar event happens and you need to reboot your computer to make it stable...

Do you see something on the screen that catches your eye? A still shot from a game, directions to your favorite restaurant, or picture you want to edit. Knowing how to use the print screen...

All standard computer keyboards have a print screen button. What does that button do and how does that button work?? Below find the steps to using the print screen button.

This will show you the shortest way to Change Your Desktop Wallpaper in Windows XP.

The Windows XP, Windows 2000 and Windows NT operating systems have Windows Messenger installed by default. Windows Messenger allows you to send and receive messages from one computer to another....

The first steps that we must do is enable I.P. Sec. for the entire domain. To achieve these steps you can follow with the step by step tutorial that I have provided to give you an overview of the...

Keep in mind that these actions were performed before a meltdown occurred so we are making this Backup's availability an option for the Restore point.

Online virus removal tools are popular ways of detecting threats on your Windows computer system. Virus writers and hackers are constantly creating ways to steal financial records and personal...

How to See the Computer Time. It's mean, If you want to know What is time and you are sitting on the Computer, So you can see the Time in the computer.

Reset your desktop computer to make your operating system work better. Reset a desktop computer to its defaults to override unwanted changes. Reset your desktop computer settings to the browser...