PC Support

Every one hates the ads that pop up every five seconds and the screen that says you’re infected with 500 viruses on a program you never even installed. This is a crash course on removing Spyware....

Computers and their disks can fail. When they do, the loss of access to your data files can be absolutely devastating, especially if you do not have a recent backup readily available for you to...

Movieland installs as a supposed legal peer-to-peer network starting off with a free trial, but it hammers you with pop-up reminders of payment. Because of Movieland's aggressive nature,...

If you just purchased a new PC, why not protect that investment from the ever growing threat of viruses and spyware. This can be done at no extra cost with great free antivirus software and free...

On the second Tuesday of each month, known as "Patch Tuesday," Microsoft issues a series of security updates for its software, including all of the Windows-branded operating systems and its Office...

DocumentViewer.msi is an installation file. It packages the files necessary to install Hewlett-Packard’s Document Viewer utility. The Document Viewer comes with the Photosmart/Officejet...

Windows 7 introduced a new feature that adds a media-player style library system to the Windows Explorer function. This lets you include multiple folders in a specific library, unfortunately this...

For various reasons, you may eventually encounter a time when you'd like to magnify what you see on your computer screen. Whether you have degrading, or already poor, eyesight or your monitor...

BearShare is a peer-to-peer file-sharing program used to search for and download videos, photos, music and more over a network. Like other file-sharing applications, it increases the potential of...

A CDA (Compact Disc Audio Track) file is one of the many audio formats that can be played using digital software installed on a computer. Though typically, by default, the CDA format is not among...

Virus' and spyware come in all shapes and sizes. This irritating little bugger somehow lands on your computer and pops up annoying messages telling you that "your computer is infected"...

If you think someone is after your personal data, there are a number of routine things you can do to keep them out. Firewalls, virus and spyware protection and locking your doors can certainly...

The .asd file extension is associated with Microsoft Word software, and by Alphacam software used in woodworking. The .ads designation tells the computer what software the file works within and...

WMV (Windows Media Video) files rank among the most reliable media formats. However, as with all software, problems can and do occur. WMA issues revolve around hearing, viewing, adding and...

A product activation key is added proof, other than your store receipt, that you have indeed purchased a genuine Microsoft product. Furthermore, if your product is not activated within a certain...

Although Adobe is a leader in the industry for various types of graphic software, the company releases regular updates to improve its programs and fix potential bugs. When downloading these...

Data recovery software allows computer users to have access to their computer data after the computer that was storing the data fails. Different types of data recovery software offer different...

Data loss is a common problem for most computer users. Backing up software is done by creating duplicate software copies on different storage devices in case you lose your files accidentally....

The KID file extension is most commonly used by the Kidspiration program by Inspiration Software, Inc. It can also refer to a file type found on the Apple II Golden Orchard CD-ROM.

The file extension IQM is not used by any known software program. However, it has been known to be used by a family of computer viruses. If you find a file with the IQM extension on your computer,...

Sometimes when you attempt to install a Microsoft product, such as Windows or Office, you may encounter problems during the installation process. These errors can be caused by a variety of...

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...

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...

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...

Laptops are great for portable computing on the go. Combined with the prevalence of free and public Wi-Fi, you can now be connected no matter where you are. The problem with this is it leaves your...

The pop-up windows that appear when browsing the Internet attempt to redirect you to sites that may contain harmful viruses or steal the personal information contained on the user's system....

Slow computers can be quite frustrating, especially for someone who uses the computer often. Diagnosing a slow PC doesn't necessarily require a professional, just someone knowledgeable about PCs...

The registry on your computer contains all of the stored settings and options for your operating system. This includes settings for your hardware, software, user settings and many settings you...

The 633 error is a connection problem that appears every time you try to use the modem on your computer. It states "modem is already in use" and prevents you from accessing the Internet. This...

Trial software is basically a program you download and use for a certain period of time. The software may include full or limited features. Whenever you install trial software, entries are...

Many different graphic file types can be created with Microsoft Paint (MS Paint) version 5.1 drawing software. These documents can also be converted into a variety of formats such as BMP, GIF,...

The Backdoor Virus is a Trojan horse that opens a back door on your computer system and allows the remote hacker to take control of your PC without you even knowing. The Backdoor Virus can copy...

Encountering a run-time error for the first time is often confusing for a computer user who does not understand the reasons for possible problems caused by this error. Run-time errors can be...

The basics you need to troubleshoot any problem with your computer.

Today there are many different classifications of unwanted and potentially harmful software programs that can affect a computer system. The most commonly encountered classes are computer viruses,...

Computers are useful tools for work, communication and recreation, but even the most well made computer is likely to experience problems at one time or another. When a computer malfunctions, it...

Problems with your computer printer can arise from software problems, connection problems, or exposure to environmental factors such as dust, dirt and debris. Printer problems are usually easily...

Computer repair is a well-defined, methodical system that requires logical deduction and careful documentation. When presented with a system that is not functioning correctly, gather as much...

The system development life cycle is a process that ensures software and systems are upgraded and developed with the least number of bugs. The cycle is mainly used for large system networks for...

In the pantheon of random Windows error messages, one of the most despised (and unfortunately, most dealt with) is the dreaded registry error. This error can occur while you are browsing the...

If you have a computer or browse the web at least somewhat regularly, chances are you have heard the term "spyware" before. Spyware is a very real threat lurking on the Internet, and chances are...

Many times when data are lost, people who are not technically inclined will sometimes panic and become overwhelmed with the sheer magnitude of recovery processes available. Recovery can be...

Antivirus software is something that should be on every computer that accesses the Internet on a daily basis. Without this type of protection, your computer could be susceptible to infections that...

The secret to trouble free computing is all about regular PC maintenance. Some tasks could be as simple as making sure that some software settings are enabled, while some tasks are things that you...

A .dll file (abbreviation for dynamic link library) is executed when running exe-based programs. While most are usually unobtrusive and unnoticeable, some are not "packaged" well and can eat up...

Spyware is malicious software that installs itself onto your computer. Once attached, this software typically takes one of two actions. It will copy sensitive and personal information and send it...

Its inevitable to happen. The thing to remember is a locked up Zune is not the end of the world. Don't start digging up the warranty for your Digital Media Player just yet. In a few very simple...

MS Server Virus is more difficult to remove than smaller viruses or malware. Because of this, a specialty tool---such as ComboFix---is helpful in completely removing all traces of the virus....

Though Apple's iPod and iPhone took the world by storm when they hit the market, the company's Mac computer line remains somewhat lesser known. Mac users, though, swear by their computer systems,...

A computer virus is a malicious software program that can cause your computer to act erratically and decrease the performance of your machine. Some viruses can be more intrusive than others;...