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Ares Ultra is a P2P (peer-to-peer) file-sharing program that lets you connect with millions of users across the world. Because of potential copyright issues, the legality of such programs has been...

Antivirus programs are security tools that protect your computer from dangerous threats such as viruses, Trojans, spyware, worms and more. They vary in protection strength and monitor your...

Computer security is a constant challenge. With so many threats on the Internet, it doesn't take much for your computer to pick up a virus or spyware. To make matters worse, many malicious...

Microsoft has included a magnifier program to make computer use easier for those who have visual impairments. Normally, the magnifier will only load when it is selected from the Accessibility...

It is easy enough to remember to install new printers and other devices. But what is often overlooked is implementing the task of removing old driver tools when they are no longer needed. There is...

The Google search bar, also known as Google Toolbar, is a popular browser add-on. In addition to having a convenient Google search box, you can customize the toolbar with features and buttons. If...

If your computer at home is a dinosaur and functions as slow as a snail here are some tuneup tricks you can use to speed some things up!

When a PC has multiple operating systems installed, a list of the available operating systems will appear on boot-up. These options are added automatically by most operating systems during...

Here's how to remove RelevantKnowledge spyware from your computer. RelevantKnowledge is a spyware process that, I believe, records information to send to companies about your interests. Let's...

Web filters are browser security programs that block questionable material such as pornography, sites that promote alcohol or drug use and social networking sites. They protect children and users...

Outerinfo is a desktop advertising application that supplies customers with shopping offers while browsing the Internet. The offers are comprised of pop-ups advertisements, which consist of...

Morpheus is a file-sharing application used to download content from other users all over the world. It makes downloading music, videos and pictures easy. Because downloaded content comes from...

BearShear is a file-sharing program that users use to download different types of content such as music, videos, pictures, and applications over a shared network. It allows users to download files...

Computer cleaning is something that should take place both physically and digitally if you want your computer to stay in operation for a long period of time. While daily cleaning is not a...

Upgrade your laptop by doing your own CPU installation. Doing your own upgrade will save you money and time. Doing it yourself is not all that easy. On the other hand, it is not extremely...

WebHancer (Trackware.Webhancer) is a malicious program that secretly installs on your computer and monitors your web browsing tendencies and websites visited. The information collected is sent to...

If you right click on a printer and delete it, this doesn’t remove the printer driver from the machine. Sometimes when working with print servers and testing multiple drivers there will be times...

Hi! Removing unwanted programs can speed up and unclutter your computer. So let's clean up that PC of yours and learn how to Uninstall Remove Delete Programs from Computer Easy. This article works...

Vundo, or as it's also commonly known, the Vundo Trojan, typically infects your computer when an email attachment carrying the virus is opened. Vundo can wreak havoc in your computer system...

After a while of errors, crashes, downloading unwanted software and general glitches, it may be time to wipe your 5150 Dell Laptop clean and start fresh. This means removing and deleting...

Viruses, spyware, and various other types of malware infect computer users every day. Users will pay an unnecessary amount or money to remove these threats, unaware that free tools work as well,...

HP Software consists of a series of programs installed by default on Hewlett Packard Windows based computers. They include drivers, imaging devices, printer software and more. Many of these...

There are many reasons you may need to uninstall Norton AntiVirus 2004. Maybe it's corrupt from system errors and you have to uninstall it before performing a clean reinstallation, or maybe you...

LimeWire is a peer-to-peer file sharing program that allows you to search for and download music, videos and pictures. It generally becomes susceptible to download problems as a result of corrupt...

The Windows Task Manager is an inbuilt tool that allows you to see currently running programs, check network status and monitor memory consumption. It is extremely vital for terminating programs...

This article will show you how to remove unwanted programs in your computer. Sometimes while surfing the Internet, we installed some programs like games, educational software, anti-virus, anti...

CID pop-ups are advertisements that show up on the upper left of the title bar on Internet Explorer. They are installed by Windows Live Messenger Plus and display every few minutes. There is a...

Dpupdchk.exe is a file process used by Microsoft IntelliPoint. Its main function is to scan the Microsoft server for updates and download them automatically. It automatically launches at computer...

QuickBooks is an accounting program that allows you to create invoices, pay bills and track your expenses. When it is installed on your computer, its values and entries are installed in the...

After owning a computer for a while we all notice that it seems to be running slower than it did when we first purchased it. This is often because we fail to do easy housekeeping tasks that every...

The previous article, Part 1, explained how to download applications, set a restore point on your computer before you install a new application, and how to use automatic and manual system updates....

Virtumonde is a Trojan virus that also goes by the name Vundo. It secretly installs through a number of portals and can be very dangerous if it is not removed. Like many other Trojan viruses, it...

Registry Update is a rogue registry cleaner that also goes by the name NowFixPC. Like a rogue anti-spyware program, it secretly installs on your computer and displays frequent false notifications...

Spyware is a form of malicious program that can collect data about your computer-using habits and can really slow down your computer. Here's how to find, remove, and prevent spyware for free on...

Windows 7 comes standard with a security device known as the User Control. This control monitors your computer and warns you if anything is getting installed on your computer and if there is any...

Vongo was a service that allowed customers to download and then watch movies on their computer. This service came pre-installed on HP computers. Since Vongo isn't for everybody, you may wish to...

MSN Photo Virus is a worm virus. Worm viruses generally spread through email messages. MSN Photo Virus spreads through MSN email and Windows Live Messenger. While its dangers have not been...

Sometimes, several copies of Windows might be installed on a computer. You can delete these to clear up some space on your hard drive and can remove them from the boot menu.

Monitors and keyboards attached to the computer are notorious for attracting stains and dust. Part of your computer maintenance regimen should be to cleanse and dust the monitor and keyboard, as...

Internet Gateway Device Discovery and Control client is an optional networking agent that is installed by default on Windows operating systems. Its main purpose is to start the Simple Service...

There are many applications installed on your computer that install additional third-party help programs to accompany the main application. These help programs launch automatically at computer...

ATIPtaxx.exe (ATI control panel) is a process used by ATI graphics cards. Once it has been installed, it allows you change various features such as resolutions, and number of colors on your ATI...

Pnkbstrb.exe is a PunkBuster Software process. It is installed by online PC games such as Call of Duty 2, Battlefield 2 and America's Army Version 2. It launches automatically at computer startup...

Sprtsvc.exe also known as SupportSoft Agent Service is an automated support program for SupportSoft products such as Sprocket Service. It is usually installed as a separate entity and...

Mcupdate.exe, also known as McAfee Updater, is a program operated by McAfee Internet Security Suite. It automatically launches at startup and installs new virus definition updates by automatically...

Fssm32.exe is a component of F-Security Software. Its main purpose is to offer your F-security Antivirus or Internet Security program real-time monitoring and scanning to trace malicious files...

Ehrecvr.exe is a trusted system process installed and used by Microsoft Media Center. Its main purpose is to add additional multimedia functions to the operating system. This program is considered...

Alg.exe, which means Application Layaway Getaway, is a Microsoft Windows XP component that is used to manage third-party firewall programs and Internet connection sharing (ICS) to connect to the...

Itmrtsvc.exe, also known as eTrust PestPatrol Real-Time Service, is a program installed and used by eTrust PestPatrol Realtime Protection. Its main purpose is to monitor system changes and...

BTDNA.EXE is Bittorent DNA, which is a service developed by Bittorent to enable faster, more efficient and reliable access to rich media content online. It usually comes installed directly with...