PC Support

The "local only" problem occurs with Windows Vista and Windows 7. The problem arises because of differences in the registry from Windows XP to later versions of Windows. In Windows XP, the...

The Microsoft Blank Page, also known as About: Blank, is a PC problem that has plagued PC users for years. PC users who are afflicted by this spyware problem are left with a computer that runs...

PC Protection 2008, also called "PC Protection Center 2008," is a malicious rogue antispyware program that installs on your computer using the Zlob Trojan. Once it installs, it displays a number...

Hundreds of pricey programs are available to help you fix your PC. Some that appear to be helpful programs are actually clever ruses to trick you into downloading harmful malware to your computer....

Spyware has many clever ways of getting onto your computer, including some that are not easily detected. One of these ways is by use of the Internet Explorer Hosts file. This file is typically...

In this article, learn to free up memory. Many programs grab computer resources so they can be ready to run when you need them using precious system memory. Learn how to disable these programs and...

The speed of a computer is drained by numerous factors that can easily be restored by following some simple steps. As a computer technician for two decades, I will give out some very simple steps...

This article will show you step by step how to change Microsoft Office 2007 product key. A product key is a specific software-based key for a certain program. It is used to identify that the copy...

Recovering deleted Internet search files often is as easy as restoring them from the desktop recycle bin. Retrieving deleted Google search history can be more difficult but is possible using the...

There are thousands of harmful files and programs that can infect a PC. Unfortunately, removal of these is usually quite specific, so if you're not sure what you're dealing with, it will be much...

New files are constantly downloaded on your computer, and programs are frequently installed and removed--all of which leave traces behind on the PC. These traces can often bog down the operating...

At one point or another, many PC users want to get rid of their browsing history. Sometimes it's to hide something they'd rather not have their significant other or parent discovering, but for the...

Internet Explorer is the most used web browser with millions of users, and while it is the most popular, the browser is not without its problems. Most users encounter the occasional "Internet...

There are a wide variety of problems that plague computers, ranging from simple viruses and spyware to complex problems that cannot be easily removed. One common issue is that of the exploit,...

Click on the "Start" menu> "Help"> Support." Click on "Invite Someone" (XP) or "Use Remote Assistance" (Vista). Click on "Windows Messenger" or "Email." Choose a password for the remote...

Do you know what is this windows counterfeiting? Well let me share a little bit i know on how to delete this windows counterfeiting. Windows counterfeiting comes from the automatic updates which...

This How To will show you how to erase stored passwords when logging into a web site or other password requiring sites. You can also use this How To to disable the autocomplete option that saves...

Computers are constantly bombarded with files, clutter, and spam that can turn even the fastest of computers into machines that move at a snail's pace. By following these steps, you can bring...

The About Blank Buddy Crack, also known as About: Blank, surfaced in late 2004 and has affected a good number of PCs since. This pesky piece of adware makes its presence known by changing the...

Ntoskrnl.exe is a critical process that is part of the bootup cycle in the Windows XP operating system. It is generally stored in the System32 folder. From time to time, this process becomes...

Viruses and worms usually make their presence known by popping up messages or making the operating system unstable to use. The W32.Beagle worm is a worm that does the latter, and sometimes the...

Most of us spend a lot of time waiting for our pc. While it's not completely avoidable, there is a lot one can do to improve your pc's performance/efficiency. The good news is it won't cost you a...

Most computer users have experienced a panic moment involving a computer crash, a dead mouse or keyboard, missing files, a virus attack, boot-up freeze or a hard drive read/write failure. While...

If you are having trouble with your COM ports stacking up because they are in use, these brief steps below will help you clear them out. (I found myself the other day needing to connect via a...

Trojans are some of the most difficult types of computer infections to remove from a PC. They are known for stealing personal information, hiding in hidden folders and redownloading, which makes...

Start up programs start automatically when you boot up your pc. They bog down your pc's performance by taking up memory and resources from legitimate processes. Although some are useful, most are...

It's a fact of life: Something you use constantly will eventually require maintenance to keep it in tip-top shape. Computers are no different. And while computer maintenance is a fairly easy...

Your computer will run better, longer by following this guide. I suggest doing the maintenance once a week, and at the minimum once a month. Be sure that your updates are set to update...

Pnkbstra (PunkBuster) is an application downloaded and used by PC games, such as Call of Duty, Battlefield 2 and America's Army. Once it has been installed, it launches automatically at computer...

Backdoor.Agent consists of malicious applications that install on your computer and give hackers access to system resources, personal information and network resources. It installs on your...

W32.Korgo.Z is a worm parasite that attempts to propagate by exploiting the Microsoft Windows LSASS Buffer Overrun Vulnerability. When it is executed, it deletes the Ftpupd.exe, file from the...

W32.Sillyban is a worm parasite that installs on your computer and spreads by copying itself multiple times on mapped drives. As a virus that affects Windows systems, it infiltrates the registry...

W32.ceted is a computer worm that attempts to lower the security level of your computer. It creates various files on your system and attempts to replicate itself on other computers connected to...

Removing destructive Trojan Horses such as Vundo (also known as Bundo) was once a difficult job that only the most experienced computer user could do. Fortunately, removing viruses and Trojans...

Microsoft Windows operating systems include an Event Viewer that records computer occurrences regarding security, hardware and software changes. Even though this maintenance helper manages details...

Sometimes you might have trouble with your video adapter in Windows XP. This is not an uncommon problem. You can troubleshoot this type of problem easily from your computer. There is no need to...

Noticed your computer getting slower over time? Or if you just got a brand new laptop that you want to keep working for a while this article is for you! I'll give you a few simple steps to easily...

Dell computers come with a very handy system restore function that offers users the ability to restore their Windows Operating system from scratch, directly from their PCs. This on-system restore...

Today I will show you how to create a System Retore Point. System Restore is like taking a picture of your computer, and at any point in time you can “go back” to that picture EXACTLY the way that...

The toolbar is one of the most important features of a software interface. Those long rectangular panels with shortcuts, icons, buttons, and drop-down menus have become essential tools when...

Windows XP comes complete with Remote Desktop, which allows you to access other computers on your network as long as you have the appropriate permissions. By accessing the computer remotely, you...

Disk cleanup should be done on your computer when you begin receiving errors of low memory and/or disk space. Don't worry...it's not hard at all. Even the most basic computer users can perform...

According to Spybot, February, 2009 there are 287,524 computer viruses. Bits of malicious code, viruses are designed to self-replicate and infect a computer system without the user's knowledge....

Use this on any Windows environment to find your IP address, Default Gateway, DHCP server, DNS server, and much more for all of your network connections quickly and easily.

These are the best tips for keeping your computer running at its fastest and best.

How to Make a computer faster. There can be a number of factors that make a computer slow Such as: * Not enough memory to run programs *Disk is fragmented *Too many temporary files *Too many...

Doesn't it seem that the more you use your computer, the slower it becomes? That's because it does become slower. To speed up your CPU, to work faster and more efficiently, follow these tips and...

This article will describe easy ways to boost your Computer startup and operation speed. These are all tried and tested methods. Computers are composed of electronic components and circuits with...

When you start using a new computer it's fast and may impresses you as a big change from before. On the other hand you may be disappointed at the relatively small increase in speed. Even if...

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.