Computer Troubleshooting

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...

The winload.exe virus is a nasty bug that can do a variety of annoying things to your Windows-based PC. From keeping you logged out to changing system settings, nothing is more annoying than...

Is your computer screen getting crowded with so many little icons? Removing an icon will help clean up your computer. If you barely use programs that are on your computer, you can remove them to...

You're probably reading this because you backed-up your DVD collection with a DVD ripper, but you can't watch them because they're in the weird format: .ISO. Rest assured, I have your solution.

Files with the extension TWD (.twd) are MindMapper brainstorm and visual map files. TWD files pose no threat to your computer.

A virus is a program that will install itself on your computer without your knowledge. Computer viruses can slow down your system, and more serious varieties can transmit personal data across the...

If your computer has been attacked by Antivirus System Pro, then you know how much it can ruin your day. Like you, my computer was attacked a couple of days ago. Because my computer wouldn't let...

Dialers are pieces of software that silently use your computer's modem to call out to toll lines that result in charges being accrued on your phone or Internet bill. Because these dialers are...

Many times I have noticed friends and family members are so frustrated over their computers and how SLOW they've become. They have downloaded every free anti-virus program in hopes of finding a...

The task manager on your Windows PC allows you to view currently running applications and monitor PC usage data. The task manager is most commonly used when a program is frozen; you can use task...

Antivirus 2009 is a persistent program that pretends to be an antivirus solution, but in reality it is malware that can download viruses to your computer. This program fools you into clicking a...

Java is a programming language necessary for the proper functioning of many websites. Developed by Sun systems, it makes the Web more interactive and allows you to use a variety of multimedia...

System Security is a program that masquerades as a computer utility, but in reality is a malicious form of malware that can seriously damage your computer and exploit it. Once it infects a...

The characters following the final period (or "dot") in a file name are the file name extension, which tells the computer which program to use to open that file. For example, PSPSCRIPT is the file...

People OnPage is a web browser add-on that lets you see profiles and pictures of other People OnPage members. People OnPage will also let you see which members are visiting the same websites as...

Memory problems are one of the most common errors when designing any program. If your program does not properly allocate memory, it will crash, leak or potentially cause your entire system to...

Malware Protector, also called "Malware Protector 2008," is a virus that masquerades as a legitimate piece of software. Once installed on your computer, it generates pop-ups designed to trick you...

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...

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...

Windows 98 relies on Dynamic Link Library files, or DLL files, that contain information specific to certain programs that allow them to run. Sometimes these DLL files become corrupt, and therefore...

A file extension refers to the series of characters that follow the period in a file name and are chosen based upon the specifications of the program that creates the files. It is possible for two...

When you use a software program frequently, there are some selections you make repeatedly, such as where to save files. Some programs have the ability to retain information about your choices for...

Sometimes it can be irritating when a program is running in full screen mode but you need to quickly access information from another program running on your computer. Normally it means you would...

Like that drawer in your kitchen filled with odd and ends, a computer can often become cluttered with unwanted software programs over time. The fact that some of these programs are taking up...

Blubster is a peer-to-peer file-sharing program that allows you to download files such as music, videos and pictures from other users all over the world. It is also a breeding ground for spyware,...

Run-time errors can be very frustrating. Just like rush-hour traffic can bring out the worst in the best drivers, run-time errors can bring out the worst in users and programmers alike. The...

File extensions are the suffixes that appear at the end of a computer file name, indicating the type of file it is. Extensions are normally three characters long but can range anywhere from one to...

Microsoft PCs have long been a staple for consumers to turn to when they need a computer. Partly because of the huge market share Microsoft enjoys, there are many types of problems that can occur...

You either love computers or you hate them. When software stops performing suddenly, it can leave you angry and frustrated. It can be difficult to know what caused the issue, further complicating...

Internet Explorer 6 can be plagued with numerous issues surrounding the operation of the program. Although these issues can be annoying, many are easily solved if you have some basic knowledge...

Though many of us have broadband or high speed Internet connections, there are still those who choose to connect to the world wide web the old fashioned way, through dial-up Internet connections....

Viruses are small programs that are designed to infect your computer. While many simply impede your computer's functioning, some are more malicious and may steal your personal information. Thus,...

Adobe Reader 8 is a product of Adobe, a technology company that produces software for graphics, illustration and other media. Adobe Reader 8 is an updated version of the PDF reading software, and...

Antivirus 2009 is a malware program that fools users into installing it by posing to be an anti spyware software package. When you go to a website that is spreading the malware, it may create pop...

LiveUpdate, the Symantec program that provides Norton Antivirus with virus definition updates, is an important part of the antivirus program. Without LiveUpdate, antivirus definitions and...

Vista Antivirus 2008 is a rogue antivirus program that infects Windows PCs through contaminated downloads, websites or emails. The program alerts users to false "urgent" security issues through a...

Trojan.Downlaoder (Downloader Trojan) is malicious program that secretly installs on your computer posing as a legitimate program. Once it has installed, it launches automatically at computer...

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...

These days most of us are increasingly reliant on our computers, and when something is not working right we want to get it resolved as quickly as possible. No matter what kind of computer you are...

You may have experienced an unresponsive internet explorer followed by a pop-up window notifying you that the program Sysfader is not responding. The system slowdown may or may not have been...

Every software program you install on your computer creates a series of registry values on your hard drive. When you remove a program those values are not always deleted, which means that...

Any strain of the Virtumonde computer virus is considered persistent. It will continue to protect itself and keeps itself updated on attempts to remove it. It renames files in order to protect...

Norton Antivirus is one of the most popular antivirus programs on the market and is often part of the software package included with a new computer. A common task for computer users is turning...

Panda Antivirus is a security tool designed to protect your computer from malicious files such as viruses, Trojans, spyware and more. If it becomes corrupt, stops responding or you simply no...

The registry is a large database that is prone to running into errors because it is adjusted every time you install or remove programs, applications and system components. When the registry runs...

An invalid Win32 application error is usually caused by a number of factors such as a corrupt, bad or missing file within the application, the program is installed on an operating system it is not...

Runtime errors mainly occur when a software program experiences internal errors that prevent it from performing its usual functions. They mainly originate in the registry because entries are...

Computers can be great tools--at least when they are working properly. When something goes wrong, you want to fix it right away, and that means understanding how to use the tools built into the...

Windows Firewall helps protect your computer against virus and network attacks. Occasionally you may find that it interferes with one of your software programs. When that happens, you can manually...

As many of you might have already experienced, a computer can run much slower over time if it is not cleaned out every once in awhile. Luckily there is software available that can help clean out...