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While some consider the Mac to be easier to use than a PC, everyone can benefit from some computer tips for either one. Get a better understanding of both a Mac and a PC with help from an experienced computer user in this free video series on using computers.
There are 25 videos in this series:
Finding out how much RAM a Mac has can be done by clicking on the Apple icon in the top left corner of the screen and then on the option about this Mac. Discover how much memory is on a Mac with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
Finding out how much memory a PC has is done by clicking on the My Computer icon, selecting properties and looking at the general tab. Seek out memory information on a PC with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
Deleting files on a computer can be done by highlighting the file and clicking delete, dragging it into the garbage can or right-clicking the file and selecting delete. Remove computer files with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
Adding a printer to a computer is done by connecting the printer to the computer using the USB port, installing the printer software and turning on the printer. Install a computer printer with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
High quality FTP computer programs can be downloaded for free for both the Mac and the PC. Select an FTP or file transfer protocol program for the Mac or the PC with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
Microsoft Excel is the most popular spreadsheet computer software program but there are other spreadsheet programs available. Find a spreadsheet software program with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
Choosing a video editing software computer program depends on the type of computer, either a Mac or a PC, that a user works on. Find the right video software editing computer program with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
Begin an Adobe Illustrator drawing on a computer by inputting the dimensions needed for the project. Start an Adobe illustrator computer project with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
When choosing a laptop or notebook computer such as an Apple MacBook, consider what the computer is going to be used for. Find the right laptop or notebook computer with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
Determining out how much RAM a PC computer has is done by clicking the right mouse button on the My Computer icon, selecting properties and looking at the general tab. Find out how much RAM a PC computer has with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
The best way to find out what type of memory a PC computer has is to consult the owner's manual or if it's an Apple computer by doing a system profile. Find out the type of memory a computer has with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
Determining how many RAM modules a computer holds can be done by checking the manufacturer's Web site or by looking inside the computer. Find out how many RAM modules a computer has with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
Finding out maximum RAM capacity for a computer is done by determining the motherboard manufacturer and determining the number of memory modules. When considering upgrading a computer's memory, find out the maximum RAM capcity with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
Converting protected audio files to MP3 format is done by burning them to a CD and importing them to a computer in MP3 format. Convert computer audio files with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
Determining a Windows XP product key can be done by locating a sticker on the computer. Find the Windows XP product key with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
Converting a Word document into a PDF file on a computer can be done by selecting export directly to PDF. Switch a Word document to a PDF file on a computer with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
Burning music to a CD requires CD-Rs and a computer CD burner where a playlist can be created and burned. Learn how to burn music to compact discs with tips form an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
Converting WMA files to MP3 format can be done with iTunes by setting preferences before importing a music CD. Convert WMA files to MP3s on a computer with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
Converting MP3 files to WAV files is different on an Apple Mac as compared to a PC running Windows. Learn how to convert MP3 files to WAV files on computer with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
Cleaning computer memory can be done by spraying compressed air on the computer and using an anti-static wipe. Remove dust and dirt from computer memory boards with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
Copying data from one hard drive to another hard drive on a PC computer running Windows can be done using the Windows Explorer and selecting and dragging files from one hard drive to another. Move computer data from one hard drive to another with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
Copying data on a Mac computer is done by opening up both external drives and clicking and dragging files from one hard drive to the other. Move computer data from one hard drive to another hard drive with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
To backup data from a dead computer to a new one, remove the hard drive from the dead computer and move it to a working computer. Prepare and prevent hard drive computer crashes by backing up data with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
To backup data from a broken computer to a new one, remove the hard drive and move it to a working computer. Prepare and prevent hard drive computer crashes by backing up data with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
Deleting cookies and cleaning a computer can be accomplished using a Internet browser such as Internet Explorer. Remove unnecessary cookies and enhance a computer's performance with tips from an experienced computer user in this free video on computers.
Computers are as prominent in homes and businesses as televisions and break rooms. Computers can be extremely intimidating and this makes learning how to use them that much harder. Businesses need computers and in turn they require savvy computer users. Computer technology changes faster than people change clothes. Keep up with the times and embrace computer technology as a best friend. In this free video series on computers, let an experienced computer user explain how both the PC and Mac and some of their software programs work. Learn how to find out how much memory a computer has, to delete a file, to add a printer and to choose a spreadsheet program. Also, discover how to choose a laptop or notebook computer, the type of memory computers require and determining Windows XP product codes. Finally, see how to clean computer memory, copy data from one hard drive to another and delete cookies for better computer performance.
Charles Stewart Jr. Charles Stewart Jr. has been working with both Windows-based and Mac-based computers for the past 10 years. He has graduated from Cape Fear Community College with an Associates Degree in Communications and edited video for ABC WAAY Channel 3 News for 2 years. Stewart has years of experience with various programs developed by Microsoft, Adobe, Apple, etc. He currently owns a film production company called Reel Media in Wilmington, North Carolina.dkdk
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