Windows XP Computer Running Slower by Angela on January 25, 2008
Q: My computer is slowing down what do I do?
A: There are many things that could be causing your XP workstation’s performance to slow. I have several items listed below to try and help you increase the performance.The first step I would attempt is to delete any programs that you no longer use on [...]
Enterprise System Configuration Management by Mark on January 24, 2008
Q: I work at an agency that has ~600 users, and invariably at some point someone is upgraded to new hardware. Many times their current configuration includes some unknown, unremembered tweek that makes all their software work correctly. Is there a way to migrate the entire install to a new machine? I’d love to be [...]
Internet Explorer Open In Full Screen Mode by Jay on January 24, 2008
Q: How do I get Microsoft IE to open up full screen every time I open it instead of having to always maximize it?
A: In previous versions of Internet Explorer (before version 5) there were options, under Internet Options Tools -> Advanced that allowed you to set the following options.
Launch Channels in the Full Screen [...]
Blank Screen On Bootup by Angela on January 24, 2008
Q: What is the first thing you would check if you started your computer and the screen did not appear to be displaying any information?
A: The first thing I would recommend you do is to shut your machine down. Unplug the power cord and then disconnect your monitor. By disconnect your monitor we mean the [...]
Sony Vaio Downgrade From Windows Vista To Windows XP by Mark on January 23, 2008
Q: I am having a problem with my Sony Vaio VGN-N350N notebook that is currently running Windows Vista Business Edition and I have decided the best solution is to downgrade to Windows XP if it is even possible. I don’t know if my notebook will support Windows XP though. It would be very helpful if [...]
Booting Up My Computer Takes Forever by Angela on January 23, 2008
Q: Why does my laptop take so long to boot up? It takes about 5 minutes to boot from switching on!
A: Typically when you encounter a slow boot up time it is a result of there being to many items in your startup folder. When you install a program most of them have the [...]
Key Logging And Screenshot Software by Angela on January 22, 2008
Q: I’m looking for key logger and screenshot software but I’m having difficulty find any that are either easy to operate or that have a good trail version that will let me see how well it works before buying. Do you have any recommendations?
A: I have found the best software to meet your needs. [...]
Computer Shuts Off After New Hardware Installed by Mark on January 22, 2008
Q: I have installed a new motherboard (XFX nforce 681i SLI motherboard. I bought a Seagate 400GHz SATA hard drive to install as my second hard drive. I connect the data transfer cable and the power cable. When I power up the machine, all the lights blink and everything shuts down immediately. [...]
Backing Up Data to a Flash Drive by avatar on January 22, 2008
Q: How can I backup my laptop on my new memory stick?
A: First you need to connect your new memory stick to your laptop via USB. Your computer will recognize the memory stick and in most cases the stick will appear on your desktop. If it does not appear on your desktop then you will [...]
Replacing A CD-ROM In A Dell Dimension Desktop by matt on January 21, 2008
Q: I am trying to replace the CD-ROM drive in my friends Dell Dimension 3000 desktop. I am able to take off one side of the case but am unable to take off the other side of the case because it is riveted on instead of screwed on. How can I get to the [...]