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The technology that PCs offer can sometimes require maintenance and upkeep. Get PC tips from an experienced computer programmer with this free video series on computer help.
There are 10 videos in this series:
Converting a computer into a file server involves first establishing a static IP address to prevent disconnection and then mapping a network drive to the server computer. Convert a computer into a file server with tips from an experienced computer programmer in this free video on computer help.
Changing the default printer in Windows involves finding the Printers and Faxes application in the control panel and selecting a new printer as the default. Change the default printer with tips from an experienced computer programmer in this free video on computer help.
To connect to a remote computer using Telnet, select the Command Prompt, type in the IP address of the remote computer and log in with a user name and password. Connect to a remote computer using Telnet with tips from an experienced computer programmer in this free video on computer help.
To connect to a remote computer using HyperTerminal, find the application under the accessories tab, type in the IP address of the remote computer and log in with a user name and password. Connect to a remote computer using HyperTerminal with tips from an experienced computer programmer in this free video on computer help.
Changing the background color in Word 2003 is done by clicking on Format, selecting the Background menu item and selecting any color that appears on the list. Change the background color in Word 2003 with tips from an experienced computer programmer in this free video on computer help.
To change the resolution settings in Vista for your monitor, right-click the screen, go to Personalize, go to Display Settings and select a new resolution on the screen. Change the resolution settings in Vista for a monitor with tips from an experienced computer programmer in this free video on computer help.
Connecting your Linux home server to your Windows-based network involves setting up a file share on the Linux installation and connecting it to the Windows PC by typing in its IP address. Connect a Linux home server to a Windows-based network with tips from an experienced computer programmer in this free video on computer help.
Cleaning Windows XP registry involves downloading Microsoft Reg Clean, which scans the registry for any unresolved issues and un-installed programs that it can clean out. Clean Windows XP registry with tips from an experienced computer programmer in this free video on computer help.
To change Windows Vista themes and skins, right-click the desktop, select Personalize and select the desired theme from the list. Change Windows Vista themes and skins with tips from an experienced computer programmer in this free video on computer help.
To copy files in Linux, use a simple command line entry, followed by the input file name to be copied and the output file name. Copy files in Linux with tips from an experienced computer programmer in this free video on computer help.
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 on computer help, an experienced computer programmer demonstrates several tips for PC use. Learn to convert a computer into a file server by setting up a file share, and find out how to connect to a remote computer using both Telnet and HyperTerminal. Change the default printer on a PC, and change the themes and skins in Windows Vista. For both simple and more complex tasks, use these simple steps for PC troubleshooting.
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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