Author : Category : Multipurpose, Networking
Tags : Password, Recover Password, Wifi
Most of the times people keep forgetting their passwords, but if there’s one kind of password that no one bothers to remember it has to be the Wi-Fi password. People configure Wi-Fi networks once, enter the password on all their devices and forget about it completely. Until you buy a new phone, or a guest […]
Read moreA shortcut is a link to an item on your computer. You can create shortcuts for file, folder, drive, or program and then place them in a convenient location so that you can easily access the item that the shortcut links to. Shortcuts can be distinguished from the original file by the arrow that appears […]
Read moreAuthor : Category : Multipurpose, Performance, Windows
Tags : Power plans, Power saver, Power settings
A power plan is a collection of hardware and system settings that manage how your computer uses power. You can use power plans to reduce the amount of power your computer uses, maximize performance, or balance the two. Which power plans are available? Balanced. Offers full performance when you need it and saves power during […]
Read moreAuthor : Category : Uncategorized, Windows
Tags : Default programs, File association
There are several different kinds of files on your computer including images,music, videos, text documents, executable applications and much more. Each file stores different information in different ways and can only be opened by certain programs. Windows takes the potential confusion out of this system by associating certain programs to certain file types right out of […]
Read moreAuthor : Category : Multipurpose, Windows
Tags : No Preview, Thumbnails, Windows Explorer
This may be a bug in Windows operating system or accidentally turned off thumbnails using Folder Options or System Properties. The problem can be fixed by following the below steps. Open Windows Explorer, click on Organize button present in command bar and select “Folder and search options“ Now go toView tab and make sure “Always show icons, never thumbnails” […]
Read moreAuthor : Category : Multipurpose, Softwares
Tags : Hardware Driver reinstallation, Program reinstallation, Recovery Manager
If an individual factory-installed software program or hardware driver is damaged, you can reinstall it by using the Recovery Manager program. Note: Do not use the Recovery Manager program to reinstall software programs that came on CDs or DVDs included in the computer box. Reinstall these programs directly from the CDs or DVDs. Before you install […]
Read moreAuthor : Category : Multipurpose, Windows
Tags : Bad Sectors, Chkdsk, Hard Disk Errors
Chkdsk utility is used to identify the file system and view a status report of the hard disk. You can use the utility to correct the errors on the hard disk. Consider a scenario where you are unable to boot the computer. One of the causes of this problem can be errors on the hard […]
Read moreAuthor : Category : Multipurpose, Windows
Tags : Delete Files, Recycle Bin
Files and folders can clutter your computer. The Recycle Bin, the desktop icon that resembles a wastebasket, is where you put a file or folder if you want to delete it. You can open the Recycle Bin anytime and see what’s inside by double-clicking the Recycle Bin icon located on the desktop or by using […]
Read moreAuthor : Category : Multipurpose, Windows
Tags : Defrag, Defragmentation, Schedule Defrag
The Disk Defragmenter utility is used to eradicate file fragmentation. To use the Disk Defragmenter utility, perform the following steps: Click Start>Programs>Accessories>System Tools>Disk Defragmenter to open the Disk Defragmenter window. Select the desired drive and click on the Analyze button. After Analyzing the drive, the Disk Defragmenter utility prompts you whether the drive needs defragmentation. […]
Read moreTake care of the basics. Make sure the printer is plugged in, turned on, and has paper in it. Make sure the printer cable is properly connected to the printer and to the computer. Check to see if there is a paper jam. Most printers have a flashing light to indicate a jam. Also, if […]
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