Computer technology

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Iccup is the premier game server for DotA, one of the most popular online games of recent times. To create a game on iccup, you must first register an account on the game server, connect iccup itself to the server, select the appropriate channel and directly join the game

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When you buy a printer, you always receive a disc containing its driver and software. But there are times when it can get lost or simply become unusable. But it is impossible to use a printer without drivers. In fact, there is nothing wrong with losing it

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A household DVD player consists of several components: drive, signal processing board, power supply. If only one of the nodes is out of order, there is no point in changing the entire player. It is enough to replace or repair the faulty unit

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One of the most important peripheral devices for a computer is a printer. Print photos, print interesting web articles, save e-mails on paper - all this requires this device. Connecting a printer is easy, but there are a few things to keep in mind

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Automatic updating of the operating system is applied when it is necessary to install new additions and solutions in the security of your system. System security can be understood not only the security of the computer as a whole, but also the integrity of individual files that were created using the Microsoft Office software

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Widows, which has long been familiar and understandable to everyone, has recently received a serious competitor in the face of a number of Linux-like systems. By successfully developing the KDE graphical environment, these operating systems, along with their initial advantages, also receive a user-oriented interface

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Information about installed printers is located in a special system folder. If you accidentally delete the printer you want, you can use one of the available methods to restore it. Instructions Step 1 If you've accidentally deleted a printer from the Printers and Faxes folder, you can restore it quickly and easily

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For a printer to work, it must not only be physically connected to the computer and to the network. For its operation, you will need to install a driver corresponding to your printer model. The installation disc may be missing for some reason, but this is not a reason to pack the printer back in the box

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When configuring peripheral equipment, it is important to select the correct drivers for this device. This will allow not only to ensure the stable operation of the device, but also to fine-tune its parameters. It is necessary Access to the Internet

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The computer is connected to the network, but when you try to open the page, the browser displays a message that it cannot connect. A variety of reasons can lead to this, one of them is a malfunction of the network card. Instructions Step 1 Look in the system tray - does it have a connection icon in the form of two computers?

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Sometimes, in order to install an important program, you may need a lot of free space. But what to do when Windows constantly displays messages that the memory on the hard disk has run out, while there is nothing on it besides utilities. To properly clean up your computer's memory without deleting system files, you need to follow these steps

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Almost every PC user noticed that after reinstalling the operating system, the computer's performance improved significantly: the loading speed of applications, programs and various utilities was accelerated. But over time, everything comes back - this is due to the fact that the RAM gradually clogs up and there is not enough free space in it for comfortable work at the computer

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Many video cards with chipsets from Intel, ATI and nVidia can use part of the RAM if there is not enough video memory. This allows you to run applications for which the built-in video memory is not enough. Instructions Step 1 Check the total amount of memory allocated to the graphics card

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When installing an operating system, drive C is often made small, the minimum required to store the folders of the system and some programs. However, a rare user changes the installation parameters of games, so the free space on the C drive quickly runs out

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In January 1982, programmer John Walker sent out a letter to colleagues proposing to create a PC software firm. So a working group of 12 like-minded people was assembled and the world famous Autodesk company was founded. Already on August 25, 1982, the firm presented its first product, MicroCAD, an Autocad prototype

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Today's portable devices are rich in capabilities. A PDA user can simultaneously read a book, listen to music and keep abreast of all Internet news by viewing Twitter and e-mail. However, sometimes after the simultaneous launch of several "

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One of the main characteristics of a computer is its RAM. The more it is, the more programs you can run at the same time. Also, RAM plays a very important role for video games and the overall speed of a PC. If it is not enough, then if the games are loaded, they will be very slow

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Personal computer users who changed their operating system from Windows XP to Windows Seven were frustrated by disabling the function to clear the paging file (page file) before restarting (rebooting) the system. It turns out that the developers of the "

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Overclocking a computer is a change in the operating mode of PC elements to improve the overall efficiency of the system. However, not everyone understands that such a procedure requires adherence to a clear sequence of actions. To carry out this operation, you need to adhere to certain rules

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Sometimes computers or laptops make a very unpleasant noise during operation. The reason for this lies in the coolers. To get rid of annoying sounds, you can change the fan mode. The causes of noise in the processor During the operation of the computer, all its electronic mechanisms gradually heat up

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Despite the fact that it is not recommended to run the power supply without a computer, sometimes there are situations when it becomes necessary. For example, when it comes to checking the performance of the power supply before installing it in another system unit

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Manufacturers of modern system units are constantly upgrading the front panel. After the buttons for turning on and restarting the computer were moved to the front panel, audio and USB connectors followed. But sometimes it happens that the power button of the computer stops working, and the computer needs to be turned on urgently

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When assembling a computer, a large number of questions arise, especially if this is done for the first time in life, and there is simply no necessary experience. Where and how the processor should be installed, how the hard drive should be fixed, in which slot the video card is installed - all these procedures, which are simple for an experienced person, seem complicated and incomprehensible to a beginner

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The problem with overheating of a home PC is solved by a number of additional coolers. They usually cling to connectors on the motherboard, specially designated as FAN. But it may happen that a fan is needed, but there is no longer a free slot for it

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When using a computer for a long time without upgrades and upgrades, replacements of parts over time may reveal malfunctions. Below we will take a look at the sequence of actions for lubricating the fan (cooler) of the power supply. Instructions Step 1 First you need to open the case of the system unit

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For people who are just starting to communicate with a PC, its connection to the network will be a real mystery. Many wires are bound to confuse a person when trying to turn on the computer. It is necessary Computer, set of wires

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When assembling the system unit of a computer, it becomes a frequent problem to connect the main buttons: Power and Reset, as well as light indicators located on the front side. However, connecting the power button, without which the computer will not turn on, is quite simple

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Any equipment installed on a computer cannot work properly without drivers - be it a video card, hard drive or a regular mouse. For some programs to work properly, you may need to update their associated device drivers. Instructions Step 1 To update the driver, you need to see what version of the driver is currently installed on the computer

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When installing a new device, each time you need to install its driver. This is due to the fact that although the system “sees” new equipment, it cannot use it in the correct way. The driver performs the function of coordinating the operation of the device with the system

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To operate a computer on a network (including the Internet), you need to use a network card. There are a number of factors that can cause this device to fail. One of the most common options is a driver error. To check, open "Start"

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Automatic updating of the operating system is one of the conditions for its safe use. Microsoft specialists are finalizing OS Windows, quickly fixing discovered vulnerabilities. However, many users choose to turn off automatic updates. Instructions Step 1 The reasons why users disable automatic updates can be different, from using an unlicensed operating system and not wanting to allow a computer to connect to any remote servers without their knowledge, to fear

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Most peripheral devices require drivers or special software to work. To update modem drivers, you must try all available methods. It is necessary - installation disk; - access to the Internet. Instructions Step 1 The bulk of USB modems designed for Internet access via GPRS or 3G channels have a certain amount of internal memory

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Communication between computers is established using network cards. For any device to work correctly, you need a driver for it - a small utility with which the operating system controls computer equipment. Instructions Step 1 Each device model needs its own driver

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In addition to booting from a hard disk and CD, almost any computer can be started from a USB flash drive. This boot method can be used when the main operating system is infected with a virus. It is necessary PEBuilder program and disk Instructions Step 1 First you need to prepare a USB flash drive from which the computer will start

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The presence of USB ports on the front panel of the system unit is a very convenient solution. Usually these ports are connected, but in some cases - for example, when assembling a new computer from components - you have to connect these ports yourself

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What is subnet mask? If you try to explain it visually, you can imagine the network ID as a street name, and the computer ID as a house number on the same street. Take, for example, the address "Troitskaya, 15", where "15"

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The need to determine the mask of the network in which the computer is located can be caused by various reasons. Perhaps you need to check your Internet connection settings in case of problems, or maybe you need to configure some kind of network application

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The operating system (OS) is an integral part of a working computer, and most of them have different versions of the Windows operating system installed, especially computers of ordinary users. At the same time, new programs that are installed on a computer often have limitations associated with the version of the operating system

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One of the general performance metrics of various types of graphics applications is FPS (frames per second). It characterizes the number of generated and output video frames per second. This indicator becomes especially relevant in games where a high frame rate provides a realistic perception of the plot

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Very often, having bought an already assembled system unit, the user wonders what kind of motherboard is installed in the purchased computer, and what equipment is on it. How to be in such a situation? It is necessary Computer, Everest software, screwdriver

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A motherboard is a complex printed circuit board on which all the important elements of a personal computer are attached: processor, RAM. In addition, additional expansion modules are installed on the motherboard, such as: video card, sound card, etc

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In order for your computer to perform all the necessary functions, you need to install the necessary drivers on it. You can find them by knowing the brand of the motherboard. The motherboard is the main component of a computer. That is why, without drivers for it, you will not be able to work normally at the computer

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Any computer equipment can break down. Fortunately, if any component of your PC breaks down, you don't need to buy a new computer. It is enough to find out what exactly is out of order and replace this equipment. Usually, if a component fails, it can be determined by several criteria

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When buying a new monitor, it may seem to you that all the images on it look unnaturally bright or, on the contrary, are too dim, that the colors are distorted. In this case, you can try to independently adjust the contrast and brightness of the screen without using special programs

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To use BlueTooth technology in a personal computer, a special adapter is required. Some mobile PCs incorporate such devices. This usually allows the use of mice that use this technology. It is necessary - Driver Pack Solution

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The motherboard is the main part of the system unit, since all other equipment is installed on it: processor, RAM (random access memory), various integrated devices, as well as connectors into which external devices are inserted. To upgrade your computer, you need to know which motherboard is installed in it

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BIOS, also known as the basic input / output system, ensures that the computer starts booting and enables the operating system to work with the hardware. In particular, it is in the BIOS that many devices are enabled and disabled - for example, hard drives

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Modern laptops are equipped with CD / DVD / Blue-Ray drives, which are in no way inferior to those on stationary computers. Sometimes problems with reading various disks can arise, so you need to figure out what to do if the laptop does not see the disk

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Updates on your computer can be removed when they cause some kind of problem in the system, since the updates themselves increase the security of your computer. However, before removing the updates, you need to fully verify their involvement in the disruption of the system

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It is quite possible to connect two or more monitors to a computer. Thanks to this, you can either expand the working area of the computer, or mirror the image. Today, personal computer users are increasingly striving to make a kind of "

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BIOS, or Basic Input / Output System, provides the initial stage of computer boot, enables the operating system to determine the hardware configuration. In the BIOS, you can perform the initial configuration of the system - select a boot device, connect or disconnect hardware

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Often times, PC users have problems setting up Bios to boot from disk. This function is sometimes needed not only to start installing Windows, but also to diagnose the operating system with various utilities. Instructions Step 1 First you need to enter the BIOS - to do this, restart your computer and as soon as the device check starts and the letters appear on the black screen, press the Delete key

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BIOS, or Basic Input / Output System, is designed to give the operating system access to the hardware resources of a computer. There are many different settings that can be made in the BIOS, but there is no disk partitioning facility. In order to split the hard drive into several partitions, you should use the capabilities of the OS or special utilities

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All computer components require timely driver updates. The video card is no exception. If you do not update the drivers for it in a timely manner, then, for example, video games can often "crash" to the desktop or work with malfunctions

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After reinstalling the operating system, users are faced with the problem of incorrect operation of the computer's video card. The system may not display the correct screen resolution and display colors incorrectly. This happens due to the lack of an up-to-date version of the video adapter driver

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When reinstalling the Internet browser or the entire operating system, some users “lose” important bookmarks. To prevent such consequences, it is recommended to periodically save important links or use special plugins. It is necessary - Mozilla FireFox

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The problem of connecting power to the video card is mainly faced by the owners of top-end models that require additional power. However, for some, this operation may cause some difficulties. We will try to prevent possible mistakes. It is necessary - information about the power of your power supply - information about the types of video connectors on your motherboard - the ability to distinguish AGP slots from x16 PCI-E slots

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The first video adapters were the simplest signal converters. Several decades have passed, and the video adapter, having acquired a huge number of different functions, has evolved into a high-performance device. It is necessary A modern video card and a working computer

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The Mozilla Firefox browser is one of the most powerful browsers available today. Numerous plugins and add-ons that increase its capabilities allow you to customize the work so that both a simple Internet user and a programmer or SEO can work on it with the same comfort

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Correctly set video card settings help to work comfortably with graphics and enjoy high-quality textures and video in games. In order to access the map settings or just view its properties, you need to know where and how to look. There are several ways to access the properties of a video card

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Sometimes you don't have a disk with drivers from a video card at hand just at the time when it is devilishly necessary. For example, after reinstalling the operating system. You can get out of this difficult situation by having access to the Internet

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In modern computers, the video card is one of the main elements. Especially the video card and its power are important for gamers, artists and photographers. The video card or video processor is responsible for processing graphics, textures and various visual loads

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To run graphical applications and games that require large resources without problems, you need to know the corresponding characteristics of your computer. When working with such programs, the main load falls on the video card. And in order to successfully launch the game, you need to know the parameters of your video card

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The video card determines the graphics capabilities of the computer. Weak video cards may not play many video games, as well as some video file formats, such as HDTV format. On all video games and programs that are related to graphics, the minimum requirements for the graphics card are written

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A video card is an expansion card inside a computer designed to accelerate 3D graphics and display images on a monitor screen. The performance of the computer in 3D games depends on the power of the video card. It is specially adapted to generate 3D models faster than using the CPU and various special effects such as water reflection, transparency and lighting

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Often users are interested in the parameters of the computer on which they have to work. After buying this or that program, the system requirements that are necessary for its normal operation are always listed on the cover of the disc. Many parameters can be found using the diagnostic tools built into the operating system

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Sometimes the user of a personal computer needs to determine the type of RAM that is in his computer or lies in front of him, i.e. determine by appearance. This can be done with simple analysis. It is necessary RAM bar. Instructions Step 1 At the moment, there are several types of memory that are actively used in the assembly of computers to this day:

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If you need to increase the amount of random access memory (RAM), you need to know which manufacturer's memory modules are already installed in the computer's motherboard, their type, frequency of operation and other parameters. This will allow you to select a memory module that will be compatible with the one already installed on your computer

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The tablet is a relatively new type of gadget. The lightweight mobile device is easy to carry, but its scope of use still raises some questions. Why do you need a tablet at all? At first glance, it seems that tablets are pretty useless - they can be used as an e-reader and for surfing the Internet on the surface

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There is a very functional system of protection against fatal failures, and most importantly, very user-friendly. It's called System Restore, or System Restore. System Restore, invisibly for the user, takes an exact "snapshot" of the system, storing in a special folder not only the Registry files, but in general all important system files and libraries

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How to choose the right data recovery company to avoid paying for backlog, save time, money and hassle? The article is intended to help those who are faced with the problem of data recovery for the first time. It is necessary Internet access, telephone

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Some programs can heavily load the processor and at the same time take up too much RAM, that is, they slow down the performance of your computer. Few of these processes are vital to the operating system; without them, it simply won't work. However, all other processes can be disabled using the Task Manager

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In this unpredictable life, anything can happen. For example, data stored on your hard drive, which is completely safe, is suddenly accidentally deleted by someone. Do you think it is worth raising a panic? Not. This data can be recovered. Instructions Step 1 Download from the Internet and install the Zero Assumption Recovery program on your personal computer to extract data from the hard drive

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There are many programs that allow you to copy files from your hard drive to any medium. It can also be done using standard system tools, or by installing additional software that automates the process of transferring files and requires minimal user intervention

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The process of transferring information from an old hard drive to a recently purchased one can cause a lot of problems for the user. The biggest nuisance is that when changing a hard drive, the user gets enough headaches, because many of them begin to reinstall the operating system and all software

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The most common use for a tablet is surfing the internet. Therefore, novice users often have the question of how to connect their tablet to the network. Since this gadget is a mobile device, the connection can only be made using a wireless connection:

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A laptop is a convenient assistant and companion for a modern person. It is less portable than a smartphone or tablet, but it allows you to use the same operating systems as on desktop computers. The design and layout of the laptop components allowed them to fit into a very limited space

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Imagine that you have a huge video library at home, consisting of interesting films and recordings that are dear to your heart. And at the same time, you have a computer with a 500 GB hard drive that can fit all of this. After all, videotapes deteriorate over time, especially if they gather dust idle on the shelf

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You have purchased a new floppy drive, it is not difficult to connect it to your computer. In modern systems, the drive is detected automatically, if this has not happened and the drive is not detected, then most likely you will have to go into the BIOS settings

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Two video adapters are standard on certain notebook models. Usually this is an integrated video card powered by a processor and a separate independent adapter. It is necessary AMD Engine Control Center. Instructions Step 1 The advantages of using two video cards can only be appreciated by people who often use a laptop without a power connection

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The default audio playback device installed on your computer will not operate at full capacity. There are several ways to increase the volume of your computer to the maximum level. It is necessary A computer. Instructions Step 1 Correct identification of the connected device

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Over time, every laptop user is faced with a situation where the laptop starts to behave a little strange. It becomes very noisy, turns off during operation and does not turn on after that for a while. This means that the computer is overheating, and in order for it to work correctly, you need to clean the laptop cooler

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Almost every person knows that technology tends to fail, and with computers - over time, they can break down or work unstable, causing constant freezes or crashes. Often the solution to this problem lies in resetting the settings you have set, you need to go to the factory settings

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If you need to disassemble a laptop or phone for repair or cleaning, but you find that the Phillips heads have been torn off from the mounting screws, this is not a reason to despair. It is necessary - small screwdriver; - Super glue

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While working on the computer, you may suspect that the processor is unstable or malfunctioning. Processor malfunctions cause the entire computer to become unstable. In order to dispel doubts about the correct operation of the processor, it is necessary to test its performance

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Formatting a hard disk is a procedure after which the information on the disk is erased. It happens that formatting is done by accident or by mistake. Is it possible in this case to recover information? Not always, but it's worth trying to do something

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To teach a computer to "speak and" sing, you need to connect a sound card. Depending on the configuration, the sound card can be built into the motherboard and disabled on purpose, or it can be absent as such. In each of these cases, you will have to connect the sound card in different ways

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It is quite common for you to buy a used laptop or computer and want to update all the drivers for it, but you don’t know the specific models of the installed devices. It is especially offensive if the model of the video card is unknown, because it is unbearable to watch movies in worse quality than expected

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You bought a new USB keyboard. Connected to a computer. You are ready to go, but you have an unpleasant surprise - the keyboard does not work. This means you have to perform a little "ritual in the BIOS." It is necessary Computer, USB keyboard, PC / 2 keyboard, USB-PC / 2 adapter Instructions Step 1 The first and simple step is to get a USB-PC / 2 adapter

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There are times when, for no reason, the system stops displaying the optical drives connected to it. This can happen due to a malfunction of the operating system, viruses, or as a result of other reasons that are little dependent on you. In this case, you need to update the hardware configuration, reconnect the device and reinstall its driver

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When installing an additional video card instead of an integrated device, it becomes necessary to disable the integrated video adapter. In most cases, BIOS setup will be required, which can be done without the need for a specialist. Instructions Step 1 After completing the installation of the new video card in the appropriate slot on the motherboard, turn on the computer

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When assembling a computer or upgrading it, when it becomes necessary to choose the right processor, many PC users do not know which processor will fit their motherboard and why this one and not another. The value of the socket is used for this

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The basic input / output system, or BIOS, provides the initial start-up of the computer. In addition, it is in it that the parameters of many devices are set - in particular, the user can choose a hard disk, flash drive or CD as the primary boot device

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Has your computer started to boot many times slower than before? Maybe it's time to clean up your startup. Surely when the system starts, a lot of programs are launched that were once interesting to you, but now are no longer needed

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In rare cases, it is quite difficult to calculate in advance the required size of the system partition of the hard disk. Insufficient space on the local C drive can significantly slow down your PC and Windows OS. It is necessary - Paragon Partition Manager

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Sony Vaio is a line of laptops that meet modern requirements. But as good as a laptop is, it may not be perfectly tuned for your use. To make some changes in the I / O system of devices, for example, USB or integrated video card, you will need to enter the BIOS

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The choice of a method to check the performance of a computer depends on the specific task and the direction of the user's activity. The check is performed internally by the operating system or by external programs. It is necessary What you need to check:

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When it is necessary to replace one of the parts of the system unit, many turn to specialists. But not everyone knows that you can quickly change some devices yourself. It is necessary Phillips screwdriver, Driver Pack Solution

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After a successful installation of the network card, it may happen that it suddenly stops working, the connection to the Internet is not established, there is no local network. Initially, you might think that the matter is in the modem or in the provider - temporary disconnections of the Internet are not uncommon today

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Sometimes a laptop needs to be taken apart for cleaning or upgrading. However, manufacturers provide information on disassembly only to specialized computer repair services. One way or another, you can disassemble the laptop at home. You just need to do it carefully