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The complexity of computers can make it difficult for the average user to maximize the potential of these machines. Discover how to use a laptop computer and the Internet with advice from a software developer in this free video series on computer help and training.
There are 19 videos in this series:
In order to share data on a computer, go to "My Computer" and select "Public" under the first drop-down box. Share data between users on a computer with IT help from a software developer in this free video on computers.
Right-click on the clock in the bottom-right corner of a computer screen to set the time and date. Reset a computer clock as an administrator of a computer with IT help from a software developer in this free video on computers.
In order to remove a partition from a computer hard drive, right-click on "My Computer" and select "Manage" before going to "Disk Management." Delete a partition and make the selected data non-recoverable with IT help from a software developer in this free video on computers.
An Internet domain makes IP addresses, which tie computers together, easier to remember. Find out how to identify an IP address to better understand Internet domains with IT help from a software developer in this free video on computers.
In computer lingo, hardware refers to the physical devices that make up the computer that is used. Learn about computer hardware, such as monitors, keyboards and CD drives with IT help from a software developer in this free video on computers.
Microsoft Windows is an operating system that controls all of the smaller programs that run on a computer. Use Microsoft Windows to run multiple programs at once with IT help from a software developer in this free video on computers.
Spam is basically messages that show up in e-mail from unknown sources, which are often trying to sell something. Discover how to avoid the malicious content of spam with IT help from a software developer in this free video on computers.
When Web pages are downloaded, they are saved into a local hard drive in a cache. Find cache files in a computer under "Hidden Files and Folders" with IT help from a software developer in this free video on computers.
The purpose of an external hard drive is to back up files that are on a computer so that the files will be retained if the computer stops working. Back up files on an external hard drive and store the device away with IT help from a software developer in this free video on computers.
When starting a Web page, it's important to fully understand the reasons for putting out content. Build a Web page based on personal needs with IT help from a software developer in this free video on computers.
In order to access wireless Internet on a laptop computer, check the computer screen for an indicator stating that wireless networks are available. Connect to wireless connections that are within range with IT help from a software developer in this free video on computers.
A video card is a card, or chip, inside of a computer that converts digital video signals into something that an output hardware can understand and display. Check what type of video card a computer is running with IT help from a software developer in this free video on computers.
A sound card is a card, or chip, that provides input of sound from line input, input of sound from a microphone and output of sound to speakers. Check what type of sound card is on a computer with IT help from a software developer in this free video on computers.
When designing a Web site, make sure that background colors contrast with the text colors used. Get people interested in a Web site by making it look good with IT help from a software developer in this free video on computers.
If a laptop computer keeps overheating, check the surface that the laptop is resting on in case the surface is blocking ventilation holes. Make sure the vent fan on a laptop doesn't have built-up dust with IT help from a software developer in this free video on computers.
When using a Web browser, like Internet Explorer, click on "Tools," "Internet Options" and "Cooking Settings" and override automatic cookie handling under the "Advanced" tab. Find out how to block cookies and accept cookies in Internet Explorer with IT help from a software developer in this free video on computers.
When trying to get Windows mail to work with a wireless Internet connection, it's important to first check for an Internet connection. Check mail in Gmail by using a wireless network with IT help from a software developer in this free video on computers.
Connecting a laptop to the Internet can change depending on whether or not a person is at home or elsewhere. Connect a laptop to the Internet with a router device with IT help from a software developer in this free video on computers.
When using laptop computers, it's important to consider the surface that will be worked on with the laptop. Think about battery life and using dimmer screens to save battery life with IT help from a software developer in this free video on computers.
Computers are complex machines built upon very simple principles. They perform arithmetical operations millions of times over to transform digital information moving at lightning speed into usable human data. A personal computer's job is to help a user create, manipulate, deliver, receive or delete media content. This is a simple, sterile definition that sounds uninteresting on the surface. Nevertheless, these fundamental functions mimic human ability in some surprising ways. Therefore, the computer is increasingly becoming an engine of the imagination, a platform for the digital life. In this free video series, a software developer provides advice for using laptop computers and the Internet. Discover how to share data on computers, how to build a Web page and how to connect a laptop to the Internet. Learn about spamming, video cards and Internet domains as well. Find out about using the Internet on a laptop computer with these IT tips.
Dave Andrews Dave Andrews is a software developer with a business and Web site selling programs and other computer services in Franklin, Tenn. Having worked in the IT industry for more than 8 years, Andrews has an intimate understanding of computer technologies. He holds a degree in computer science from Middle Tennessee State University with a minor in mathematics. Andrews began working with computers when he was nine years old, programming BASIC on a Precomputer 2000. He now programs in C/C , Java, Microsoft .Net, ASP, Python and PHP and has written large, integrated program used by clients as large as state governments. Andrews is currently employed by a government IT department and enjoys the public service and constant challenge that such a position provides.dkdk
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