Did this ever happen to you? You turn on your computer and Windows stays at the splash screen and does not boot up. What could be the cause? There are quite a few issues that would not allow Windows to boot. In this article we will examine those issues and give you tips on how to determine what is wrong. Click here to read more..
Showing posts with label computer tips. Show all posts
Showing posts with label computer tips. Show all posts
Saturday, December 8, 2007
Computer Tips: What Causes Windows Not to Boot?
Brief Overview of the AMD Processor
Recently I gave an overview of the different Intel processors. Intel's competitor is AMD (Advanced Micro Devices). AMD has been known for some time by gamers as the processor to own. AMD is not only a good gaming processor but has the power to run almost any application with the same performance as Intel's processors. This article gives you a brief overview of the processors AMD offers and the what they was designed for. Click here to read more...
Problems that Cause Windows to Load Slowly
Is this your computer? Your computer loads very slowly than it used to? How can you fix this and where do you start to look? In this article I will give you tips and where to look and what to do if your computer is loading slowly. Click here to read more...
Friday, November 2, 2007
How to Troubleshoot Your Internet Connection
You have a broadband connection and suddenly your not able to get online. What do you check? Do you call your ISP? Before you call your ISP there are some troubleshooting steps you can do to check if the problem is on your end or not. In this article I intend to walk you through checking your Internet connection. Go here to read more.
Sunday, July 22, 2007
How I Got a Better Computer for $75 - Associated Content
My old computer was dying. The motherboard was old and the power supply was failing. Before long I would not have a computer at all. Using my valuable expertise and experience I used the Internet and my knowledge of computers to find a solution. In this article I show you how easy it is to upgrade to a better system and not spend a fortune. Click here to read it...
How to Reload Your Computer with an Upgrade OS
There is a very easy way to reload your computer with an upgrade operating system. What this means is you don't have a full version of Windows but an upgrade version. In this article I will show you how to use the upgrade version to reload your hard drive. Click here to read it..
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Malfunctiong Power Supply can cause Serious damage to your Computer
One component in your computer can cause so many problems and if not replaced can actually cause other components to fail. Your computers power supply can cause a lot of problems for you when its starting to fail. In this article I discuss in depth the power supply and how, if malfunctioning, can eventually damage your computer. Click here to read it...
Sunday, March 11, 2007
Vista problems are minimal
After a few months Vista is shaping up to be okay. However, it is still a mmeory hog and should be used on new systems or better systems than average ones. It still takes a good CPU and memory to get the best benefit out of Microsoft's new OS.
Tuesday, February 20, 2007
How to make sure Your PC is ready for DST
Daylight Savings Time adjust 3 weeks earlier this year. Is your computer ready to go? This change will not only affect your computer but cell phone, PDA, TIVO, etc. Any electronic device that uses a clock.
For this article we will show you how to make sure your computer is ready for the up coming time change.
This won't be as drastic as Y2K was but if you use an appointment calendar on your computer you could be an hour off come this March. Its important if you rely on your computers clock to make sure your ready.
Depending on your operating system there are steps to take to update your computer. Microsoft has set up a support page for this.
First, Click on your clock on your task bar. Click on the tab time zone. Then check the box which says automatically adjust clock for daylight savings time changes.
If you have Windows Vista and you are using Office 2007 there is a patch to update Microsoft Outlook. This will fix Outlook and than everything should be okay for you.
If you are using Windows XP service pack 2 go to windows update and make sure you turn on automatic updates. While you are there get all the updates. You will need to install the DST update.
If you are using Windows XP service pack 1 you will need to update to service pack 2 and install the DST update. Also get all the updates and make sure you have automatic updates turned on.
If you are using Windows 95/98/Millennium you will need to update your clock manually. Also, make sure you have the box checked automatically adjust clock for daylight savings changes.
If you are using Windows outlook 2000, 2002, or 2003 there is also a patch called time zone data update tool for Microsoft Outlook.
If you do not update your computer than it will not adjust for daylight savings time. You will be 3 weeks late in the spring and 1 week early in the fall. If your computer is used for business you will have to manually make adjustments for your time and schedule. This would be a hassle when a simple patch or fix would solve the problem. Keep in mind that any programs that use time based calendars will also be off. Your banking and financial programs would fall into this category. Your emails would be off time wise too.
So, why not take the time now and make sure you are ready for the DST change this spring.
Tuesday, January 30, 2007
Vista Released Today
I said yesterday that unless your PC is new or a few months old I would not recommend upgrading. Let Microsoft iron the kinks out of it first.
If I buy a new PC in the future I will ask for XP Pro instead of Vista. XP take less memory and works just fine. I was always the first one to get on Microsoft's band wagon when they had a new OS coming out, but not this time. I will stick with XP as long as I can.
Have a nice day.
Monday, January 29, 2007
Vista in the News
![Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic UPGRADE [DVD]](http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/P/B000HCZ9AC.01._SCMZZZZZZZ_V46821876_.jpg "Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic UPGRADE [DVD]")
Vista comes out tomorrow. Unless you have a new PC with 1 GB of RAM stay away from it. Your machine should have a vista sticker compatible on it if you bought it within the last few months. Older machines its not worth the hassle plus your machine will run slowly. Vista is a memory hog so I recommend staying away from it.
If you must run Vista than make sure you can. Frankly, Windows XP is good enough for most machines.
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic UPGRADE [DVD]
Sunday, January 28, 2007
PC Annoyances
The other was for spanish users this one is in english and helps with those PC annoyances.
Another Computer Tips book to make your life easier
Here is a book to help you solve PC problems. Sometimes you need extra help and this helps you. If you have enjoyed my computer tips than you will like this product. Most of the info on this blog is free. However, if something is out there that will make your computing easier I will tell you about it on this blog. Everything here is useful or I would not recommend it. (Spanish Version)
Tim
Saturday, January 27, 2007
Conquer Your Computer
Conquer Your Computer: Hot Tips and Clever Shortcuts
Here is a book to help you conquer your computer. Don't get stuck again there are tips and tricks inside to help you learn.
These shortcuts will make using your PC easier. Take advantage of this and get this book.
Tim
Thursday, January 25, 2007
Blog Writer its Free
To all you bloggers out there you can use this blog writer which saves you time submitting posts to your blogs. Guess what else its free. You can check it out here.
Tim
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