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How to Add Multiple Pictures to a Desktop Wallpaper

By Lisette S

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A desktop wallpaper is designed to enhance your computer's appearance to your distinctive tastes, but after awhile you get bored with the same built-in wallpaper. With today's technology though, you can use your downloaded photos to brighten up ... more »

How to Adjust Power to Shut Down when the Lid is Closed on Your Windows Vista Laptop

By Angie Shiflett

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If you have a laptop that runs Microsoft Windows Vista, this tutorial will teach you how to adjust the power to shut down when the lid is closed. This makes it very easy and convenient to shut down the power when you are on the run... more »

How to Adjust The Size Of Text On A Web Page

By Lauren Romano

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If you're a few inches away from the computer screen because the text on the web page looks too small, here is an easy trick for even the least computer savvy people to use... more »

How to Automatically Clean an HP Inkjet Cartridge

By eHow Computers Editor

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Just like anything else, your inkjet cartridge needs to be cleaned periodically. Dried ink can impair the performance of your printer. There are really only a few easy steps involved in cleaning your HP inkjet cartridge. Your HP printer actually ... more »

How to Avoid loss of Windows Configuration and Documents

By MrCHUCK mrchuck999.blogspot.com

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Often times users backup more data than they need or not enough. In today's article, you will learn what to backup and what you can skip. You will also learn how to restore your windows settings. Read on..... more »

How to bay both better and cheaper pc power?

By yihongpower

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How to Build a Computer

By Amarande

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With the right instructions, anyone can build their very own computer, exactly the way they want it! All you need to do is put the components together. Not only does building your own computer provide a sense of self satisfaction, but its much ... more »

How to Buy a Midi Controller Keyboard

By Henry

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If you’re getting into computer recording, you can’t do much without a midi controller keyboard. Sure, you could record guitar, drums, voice, and other live instruments, but you’d be missing out on everything recording software has to offer. ... more »

How to Buy a Mouse

By eHow Computers Editor

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Whether you're buying a mouse for a home-built PC or replacing one that is wearing out or dead, you need to get a mouse that is compatible with your computer... more »

How to Buy a TV Tuner Card for a Computer

By eHow Computers Editor

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A TV tuner card lets you view and record TV programs on your computer screen, using the computer much like a VCR or DVD player. There are several brands and versions of TV tuner cards. Here’s how you can buy a good TV tuner card for your computer... more »

How to Buy a Wireless Broadband Router

By eHow Computers Editor

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Wireless networks are the latest entrants in the field of mobile computing. Wireless networks use wireless broadband routers to provide broadband wireless Internet connection to computers and LANs. While there are several varieties of wireless ... more »

How to buy a wireless card that's 100% Linux compatible (as well as Windows-all and Mac), and is USB, available locally.

By aceb

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I wrote this for those people who might potentially be frustrated in trying to locate and buy that "perfect wireless network adapter", one that covers all bases in one shot! By this I mean, trying to locate the perfect do-all wireless ... more »

How to Care for a Computer

By eHow Computers Editor

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Your computer is a valuable piece of machinery and, like your car, needs to be serviced to keep it running smoothly. If you care for your computer on a regular basis, you can ensure that it will be ready when you need it. Learning to maintain ... more »

How to Change a Dell Inspiron Laptop Battery

By eHow Computers Editor

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According to Dell, the battery in your Inspiron notebook should last somewhere between 18 to 24 months before you see a drop in its performance. After that, you'll likely notice that the battery's charge won't last as long as before. When this ... more »

How to Change the Keyboard Language in Mac OSX

By Alexia Petrakos

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Are you a translator needing to type in Hebrew, Thai or Arabic? Is your aunt who lives in Greece dying for you to send her an email in Greek so she can keep your language skills polished? You can easily switch between input languages using the ... more »

How to change your history settings for Internet Explorer

By grouch

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Is your computer slow or are you trying to find out what websites your child has been surfing? Maybe you can't remember that great website address that you found late last night? Either way maintaing your Internet history is a must to avoid ... more »

How to Check your Mac's IP Address

By Alexia Petrakos

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For troubleshooting network issues, you may need to find your IP address. In Mac OSX, you can find your computer's IP address in the "Network" pane of "System Preferences"... more »

How to Choose a Flash Drive

By eHow Computers Editor

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Flash drives are considered the best personal storage devices, as they are portable, fast and durable. Flash drives offer storage capacity ranging from 32 MB to 2 GB. They are Mac and PC compatible and can hold most types of data. Flash drives ... more »

How to Choose a Modem

By eHow Computers Editor

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Still waiting for that last Internet page to download? You might want a faster modem. Alternatives such as ISDN, DSL and cable modems are faster still, but they can be expensive to install and require monthly fees... more »

How to Choose Which Drives to Index in Windows Vista

By Sean Arenas

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Have Windows Vista? Does it access your hard drive more often and for longer than you like, for reasons you can't explain? Does your computer index files you don't want searched through your searching tool (such as backups)? This video will ... more »

How to Clean a Black MacBook

By eHow Computers Editor

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You buy a black MacBook for its sleek, smooth and clean look, only to find that it is grimy and dingy within a few weeks. Don't fret. Although these laptops are prone to stubborn oil marks because of their matte finish, you can clean your black ... more »

How to Clean A Laptop Screen

By eHow Computers Editor

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It is commonplace for people to inadvertently touch the screen in an attempt to show particular aspects of a presentation or to make a point. Unfortunately, their point forever remains on the laptop screen. To remove the point and other unwanted ... more »

How to Clean and Maintain a Color Photo Printer

By msmarymac

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If you have invested in a high quality color photo printer, it is important that you clean it regularly and maintain it properly. This will keep your prints brilliantly colored and clean of smudges and smears... more »

How to Clean your LCD Monitor or Laptop Screen using Household Products.

By frank

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LCD screens are everywhere now. On your laptop and on your desktop. They attract dust and dirt. Here's how to clean them safely... more »

How to Clear a Paper Jam on a Laser Printer

By eHow Computers Editor

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Paper jams in your laser printer can be extremely frustrating. You can only clear these jams manually, and it can be difficult to determine where the paper is stuck. However, if you are patient and diligent, the jam can be cleared easily and ... more »