Computer technology

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Network cards are separate and built-in. An integrated network card is located directly on the motherboard. A separate card is installed in a PCI slot. For the user, they work the same way, so when talking about how to turn on the network card, we will not distinguish between them

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The screen resolution of the monitor improves the image quality. The high resolution makes all displayed elements clearer. The icons on the screen are small, the number of items displayed on the screen is much larger. Low resolution makes the displayed items appear larger and easier to distinguish, but will fit much smaller on the screen

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The scale of the display of graphic elements on the screen is determined by such a parameter as the resolution. This parameter can be easily adjusted to the user's preferences and can be changed by him at any time. It is necessary A computer

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

To check the condition of the video adapter, it is recommended to conduct special tests. Usually, for this they use programs that allow you to load the video card and make it work at full capacity. It is necessary - ATITool

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Each user has their own requirements for the screen size for a comfortable work on the computer. If you are used to miniature icons, too large an image will be inconvenient and vice versa. Of course, you cannot physically change the size of the monitor screen, but you can reduce (or increase) the size of the working area of the screen

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

While working with graphic editors on a laptop, it becomes necessary to change the size of an image or screen, for example, when a picture you uploaded goes beyond the screen. Not all editors can resize the screen, but you can do it yourself

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

PC users, it happens, are faced with such a situation when the shortcuts of folders and programs on the desktop are large enough or, on the contrary, too small. To calibrate the size of the displayed shortcut and all information in general, you need to change the screen resolution settings

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The operation of creating a Windows service is performed using the specialized utility Sc.exe, the parameters of which are edited in the command interpreter. Instructions Step 1 Call the main menu of the Microsoft Windows operating system to perform the operation of creating a system service and go to the "

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

If, as a result of some actions, system and command files have been damaged, the operation of a computer running OS Windows becomes difficult or impossible. There are several ways to restore Windows components. Instructions Step 1 If System Restore is enabled on your computer, select Programs, Accessories, System Tools, and System Restore from the Start menu

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Initially, in the Windows operating system, programs are launched under the control of a utility utility called User Account Control (UAC). But what if, to run some programs, you need to run with administrator rights? There are several easy ways to accomplish this

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Working on a computer under an administrator account gives the user maximum options for configuring the system. At the same time, such work is the most dangerous, therefore, a limited account is often used. In order to install programs or change system settings, you must log in as an administrator

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

In order to gain full control over the operating system, your account must have administrator rights on the computer. In this case, you can change the parameters of other accounts without their knowledge. Also, many security settings require administrator account rights

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

An administrator account gives you many options for using the Windows operating system. The administrator can manage other accounts, as well as manage all programs installed on the computer and Internet connection and security settings. You can independently configure and set your administrator account when installing the operating system in order to subsequently log into the operating system through it

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Sometimes you need to get access to a locked stationary computer or laptop, because everyone can forget the password set on their own computer. Considering the fact that the protection of the Windows operating system is still far from perfect, it is not difficult to gain access to a corrupted laptop or computer

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Some types of viruses can cause serious problems on your computer. For example, you cannot log into your operating system. The monitor is locked together with Windows. In such cases, you need to use special utilities, which in turn allow you to unblock all actions created by the virus software

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

If you trust the information of the developers of antivirus programs, the most popular now is the virus, which primarily attacks and blocks the browser. Moreover, their prevalence is becoming more and more every hour. Therefore, it is not a fact that such a problem will not affect you

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

In order for copies of incoming letters to be saved on the server, in MS Outlook you need to select only one checkbox. However, the user who has come across the program settings for the first time will have a hard time finding the checkbox where this checkbox should be located

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Many users know that a system that was stable yesterday may “crash” today. Quite often this happens at a time when the computer is needed especially badly. Therefore, it is always necessary to have a recovery boot disk. And the process of installing the operating system is now happening from the boot disk

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Many users of personal computers currently imagine the Internet as a place where a large number of sites are located, in other words, a high-rise building. To enter a kind of apartment (site), you must have the keys (login and password). It is necessary Registration on any Internet resource

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

To enter the Skype program, you must have a username and password. After logging in on your computer for the first time, you can save them so you don't have to type them in every time. However, if you need to log in from any other device, you will have to remember the registration data

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

To reinstall the Windows operating system, you do not have to resort to the services of a programmer. This operation can be performed independently, having a licensed disk with Windows. It is necessary - DVD with a licensed version of Windows

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The disk with the Windows operating system must be multiboot to install the OS into the computer. However, in addition to this, it is important to comply with one more condition - the computer must support booting from an optical disc. Instructions Step 1 Insert the multiboot operating system disc into the drive

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

When installing a new operating system, you must enable the function of booting the computer from the DVD drive. The difficulty is that after the first stage of installation it is necessary to set the boot parameter from the hard drive. Instructions Step 1 First turn on the computer, press and hold the Delete key to enter the motherboard BIOS

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Installing the original version of Windows Vista or Windows 7 often means installing an English-language distribution of the operating system. After installation, you will receive a completely "English" computer. Making friends with the Russian language is not so difficult

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The command line in all its guises (console, terminal) is designed to run executable files and perform special tasks. This program runs as a separate process, but in some cases it is embedded in other applications. It is necessary Software:

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

It often happens that the programs we have installed either have an English-language interface in the initial setup, or do not have Russian at all in the settings. The problem is solved quickly enough and does not require special skills. It is necessary - Internet connection

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Automatic language switching when typing on a computer is possible using the Punto Switcher utility. On the one hand, it is convenient - you do not need to manually switch to the desired language every time, but sometimes, when you have to type text with a large number of Cyrillic and Latin characters, it gets in the way

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Many computer parameters can be configured using only Bios. But at the same time, there is no Russian among the languages of the Bios-menu. And out of inexperience or by accident, you can get so confused in the settings that the computer will even stop booting

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Thanks to the ability to go back in time in Windows through restore points, the operating system can be rolled back to an early date. Windows creates restore points automatically when it installs programs that the system itself believes may alter its architecture or somehow harm

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

There are several ways to return your computer to its original settings. Here are the main ones and you can choose the most suitable one for yourself. Method 1 Resetting your computer to factory settings is straightforward. How to do it correctly is shown in stages

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

In some cases, user actions lead to very undesirable consequences in the operation of the operating system and programs. For example, an important system file may be mistakenly deleted, or Windows may start to "glitch" as a result of incompatibility of programs or drivers

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

A forgotten password is a headache for any computer owner. Some people believe that the password cannot be recovered and prefer to reinstall the entire system to get it back to a functional state. This is not the case - the password can be reset, and this article will show you how to do it

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Many programs are running on the computer at the same time. If a program uses an Internet connection, a specific port is allocated to it. Sometimes the user needs to control which port a particular program is using. Instructions Step 1 The need to determine which ports a program is using (or which program is using ports) usually arises when you suspect a Trojan horse has infected your computer

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Shortcuts to documents and applications on the Windows desktop are used to quickly launch them. With these icons, you can perform the same operations as with files in Explorer - the functioning of all elements of the desktop is provided by this system application

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Installing Windows from a USB stick is very convenient. Storing Windows on a flash drive is much more reliable than storing it on a disk. Installing from a USB stick will also be faster than installing from a disk. There are times when the computer does not work or there is simply no optical drive (DVD / CD) ROM

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

A broken network port in a laptop is not uncommon. If the network connection does not work, then the network card may be out of order. There may be several reasons for this: starting from a spark of static electricity and ending with mechanical damage to the connector contact itself

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The side keyboard is more commonly referred to as numeric or optional. This is a group of keys to the right of the main keyboard. In the standard version, it consists of seventeen keys and includes nine buttons with numbers, as well as signs of four mathematical operations, a dividing point, an enter key and an activation button for this keyboard

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Most modern computers are equipped with optical disc drives, and installing Windows operating systems from a CD is straightforward, even for an untrained person. However, there are times when you need to install Windows from your hard drive on a computer that does not have an optical drive, such as a laptop

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The definition of the port to which the printer is connected can be performed by the user of a computer running Windows OS using standard tools of the system itself and does not imply the use of additional software. Instructions Step 1 The vast majority of the latest generations of printers use the LPT port for connection

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

To protect the personal data of users, the developers of the Windows operating system provide the ability to set a password at system startup. If the need to maintain confidentiality has disappeared, the password request can be disabled. Instructions Step 1 Performing any actions related to the protection of personal data on a computer running Windows will require the user to have administrator rights

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

By default, the Windows OS settings automatically update the system, drivers and other plugins. This is a useful feature, but in some cases you might want to disable it. For example, the computer is not connected to the Internet, and you are tired of closing the system request to update every time, or your Internet speed is low and automatic updates may not take up all the traffic on time

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

If the Windows operating system is unstable, often reboots or freezes for no reason, many in such cases immediately begin to reinstall the OS. You don't have to do it right away. Very often, unstable operation of the operating system occurs due to the absence of system files

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Protecting your computer with a password often seems unnecessary at home. Family members prefer not to make life difficult for themselves by creating different accounts and memorizing digital combinations. If, after weighing all the pros and cons, you decide to remove the password in Windows, follow our instructions

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Each user has a specific operating system on his computer. As practice shows, this is usually Windows. Over time, many different versions of this operating system came out. So how do you determine which version of Windows is on your computer?

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Language switching is different for different operating systems. If in Windows you are accustomed to one keyboard shortcut, then when installing another OS, you will have to get used to the new method of switching certain functions. It is necessary - PCKeyboardHack program

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The ROM (Read Only Memory) chip contains a BIOS program (Basic Input / Output System), which, after turning on the computer, checks all the controllers on the motherboard. If the test is successful, control of the computer is transferred to the operating system

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The procedure for canceling and removing installed updates of the Microsoft Windows operating system is a standard operation that does not require the involvement of additional software. Instructions Step 1 Call the main system menu by clicking the "

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The Windows 7 operating system has a variety of styles available, ranging from some older skins to the newer Aero themes. A style in Windows 7 includes components such as the color of the windows, the desktop background, the splash screen, and the sound scheme that is applied in conjunction with the appearance

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The Windows operating system is, unfortunately, very vulnerable, and errors are quite common. The worst thing is that sometimes they can even disable the system, which in the end can only be solved by reinstalling the problem. Therefore, of course, it is necessary to seriously think about error protection

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Windows series operating systems have a number of files that perform a specific task, for example, hosts. This file has no extension and is positioned as a text document. It is designed to store lists of domains that will be denied access to the Internet

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Installing the operating system on a USB flash drive can come in handy if problems arise with the CD / DVD drive. Many users have problems installing the operating system on removable media. This is usually due to a misunderstanding of general information

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

It often happens that removable USB drives contain data inaccessible to the eyes of users. It can be any hidden registry files, system files, information simply inaccessible to prying eyes, technical data about the media. Often, these are malicious programs that subsequently penetrate the file system of your computer and spoil data

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

If, as a result of installing new programs or drivers, the system has stopped working correctly, you can restore its performance by returning it to its previous state. To do this, use the "System restore" component. System restore points are created automatically daily and before every critical event (for example, the installation of new hardware or software)

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The Windows operating system stores the "Desktop" folder with program shortcuts located in it on the drive of its installation (usually it is drive C). In the event of a major failure, the user may lose a conveniently configured desktop

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The Windows 7 operating system is one of the most popular and is used on millions of computers. Microsoft is fighting counterfeit copies of Windows, so it has introduced an activation procedure for newly installed operating systems. It is necessary - access to the Internet

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

A list of currently open windows for different programs is placed on the Windows taskbar. It also contains the "Start" button and "Notification area" - tray. The user can change the position of the panel at his discretion by moving it to any side of the screen

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

It's nice when, at each boot, the operating system pleases the user with a fresh picture on the desktop. In the version of Windows 7 Basic Home, this feature has been curtailed and it will not be possible to configure the change of the desktop image using system tools

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Sometimes it is quite difficult to determine why a game, a movie, or a document cannot be read on your computer. In the Windows OS environment, all these processes are responsible for executing files with exe permission. These are usually indicated by shortcuts on the desktop or quick launch bar

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Even in childhood, personal computers were capable of displaying many more characters than could fit on a conventional keyboard. Today, the standard character codebook contains a hundred times more characters than twenty years ago, and their typing on the keyboard remains almost the same

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The Linux operating system gains more and more supporters every year. Nevertheless, not everyone succeeds in completely abandoning Windows, so many users are interested in installing two operating systems on a computer at once. Instructions Step 1 First, you should install the Windows operating system on your computer and only then install Linux

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Each document in the 1C program has one or more printing forms. For example, invoices related to sales are printed in the following forms: consignment note, TORG-12 with services, TORG-12, M-15 and others. The form of a printed document is in the form of an Excel document

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Sometimes it becomes necessary to carry out certain actions in a modern operating system without using the capabilities provided by the graphical interface. In Windows, there is a command line interface emulator for this, through which you can, for example, connect a network resource using the special DOS command net use

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

One of the ways to ensure security in OS Windows is to use certificates - digitally signed documents that authenticate services, Web sites, users, or devices. Certificates are issued by a certification authority and are stored in system folders on your computer's hard drive

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

It happens that several operating systems are installed on one computer. Often several operating systems are installed in order to expand the possibilities of using the software. For example, not every program that runs on Windows XP will run on Windows 7

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The operating system key is information that should always be available to you when you work on your computer. It may be needed not only when activating a copy, but also for other purposes. You can view it in different ways. It is necessary - a program for searching the keys of installed programs

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Some functions of the operating system are available only to the computer administrator. For example, a user needs to add another logical disk partition, and the system has blocked this option. Administrator rights in Windows XP give full access to other user profiles, as well as the ability to install any software and prohibit the installation of programs

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Often in Windows it is necessary to create a user account that will be invisible to all other users, including the administrator. To do this, you can create a hidden account. To create a hidden user, you need to perform a number of operations

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Even older systems like Windows XP need to be updated. Microsoft still maintains its product, which was released about ten years ago, despite the emergence of modern Windows Vista and Windows 7. To run the update service, you need access to the Internet

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The Application Data folder in the Windows operating system of the XP distribution is a hidden system directory and stores save files for applications, configurations and other resources that are accessed by programs installed on a PC. Instructions Step 1 Since this folder is hidden in Windows XP, you first need to enable the display of hidden system directories

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

In the seventh version of Microsoft's operating system, the most popular today, changes have been made to the familiar appearance of folders. For each of the folders, the system uses a display scheme at its discretion. This is quite convenient, but, if you wish, you can customize the same look for all folders as the user likes

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Passwords exist to restrict unwanted users from accessing information. But, probably, many found themselves in a situation where you put a seemingly simple password (for example, to restrict access to files for children), and then you forget it

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The microphone is connected to a personal computer through the jacks on the front or rear panel of the system unit or through the corresponding connector on the multimedia keyboard. On laptop computers, this connector is usually located on the side

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

If you want to make the photo more attractive, you can process it in Photoshop. This program provides a wide range of tools that will allow you to give your digital image maximum expressiveness. It is necessary Computer, Adobe Photoshop program

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

On modern Microsoft systems, from Windows Vista onwards, the user has administrator rights by default, but these rights are incomplete. There are several ways to unlock the Administrator account. It is necessary -computer with preinstalled Windows Seven Home Premium

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

A "theme" in the Windows operating system is a set of graphical elements for decorating the system interface, supplemented by an individual scheme for announcing system events. The OS distribution is supplied by default with a number of such schemes, from which the user can choose the one that suits him best

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The typographic symbol in the form of a superscript circle, which is customary to denote the dimensions of angles and temperatures measured in degrees, is absent on the computer keyboard. However, it is present in the coding tables that the operating system uses to display characters on the computer screen

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

It will not be possible to completely remove the names of the shortcuts, since these are not just names, but the names of files (shortcuts to files are also files), and a file cannot live without a name. You can simply make the names remain, but become invisible

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The icons used in the Windows operating system for quick access to files, applications, and system components are part of the operating system's graphical interface. Like other design elements, they can be changed or removed from the interface altogether

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

If you own a laptop, it's time to install an operating system on it. Their choice is now quite large, but the most common is Windows. Therefore, it is better to dwell on it. And the installation will not present any problems, even if you do it for the first time

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

When purchasing a laptop, many pay attention to whether the operating system comes with it. Laptops without Windows tend to be cheaper than those with Windows. Windows can be installed both from a hidden partition on a laptop hard drive and from external media

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Authentication of the Windows version 7 operating system installed on a computer is a process carried out on the Internet, which allows you to verify not only the licensed operating system, but also to check the presence and integrity of the main Windows files

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Users of most modern versions of operating systems have the opportunity to independently choose the design option for the graphical interface. Windows 7 users tend to prefer Aero themes, which feature semi-transparent interface elements. However, by default, this system is installed with a different skin option called "

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The time and date settings are set during the Windows OS installation. In the future, the clock on the computer is automatically synchronized with the clock on the server of the domain or the Internet. However, sometimes it becomes necessary to manually set the date or time on the computer

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The need to increase the system font of the Windows operating system is usually caused by the use of a large monitor resolution with a diagonal of 22 or more. This procedure is carried out in different ways in different OS versions. Instructions Step 1 Use the easiest way to enlarge the font of the Windows XP operating system

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Your computer's hard drive may contain information that you would like to hide. It so happened that the standard means of operating systems of the Windows family cannot provide limited access to files and folders using a password. But it is possible to restrict access using user accounts

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The language bar in operating systems of the Windows family is used to switch layouts by pressing the Ctrl + Shift or alt = "Image" + Shift key combination. But sometimes this panel disappears due to accidental deletion or system malfunction

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Modern operating systems support the ability to customize the interface. Each of us can customize the look of the system to our liking: install additional themes, change the look of the desktop and program windows, and change the look of folders

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

EXE files are the main type of executable programs for Windows. Unfortunately, the Mac does not allow them to run on OS X. But if you have a Mac with later Intel processors, you can use a little Apple utility called Boot Camp to do this. It is necessary - Apple Mac based on Intel processor with OS X 10

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Almost every operating system has power management tools. Power saving mode is a useful feature, but it will be out of place when your computer performs important tasks. It is necessary A computer with a preinstalled Windows operating system

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

If information has been deleted from the local disk on your computer, you can restore everything in several ways, but it will take several hours. There are usually situations where information randomly disappears from the D drive. It is necessary - a computer

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Most operating systems have a very useful feature - economy mode. However, for a number of tasks the computer does not need it. Therefore, you need to know how to turn off Power Save Mode. Instructions Step 1 To disable this option in Windows 98, as well as Windows 2000 and Millennium, click on the "

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

There are several ways to remove an unnecessary operating system from your computer. Usually, it is enough to format the hard disk partition on which this OS is installed. Instructions Step 1 Turn on your computer and start an operating system that you do not plan to remove

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The Com port is traditionally used to connect devices to a computer that need serial data transfer - one byte at a time. Previously, a mouse and keyboard were connected in this way, now - uninterruptible power supplies and car diagnostic systems

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Users use a variety of methods to protect their data. The capabilities of modern operating systems allow you to prevent unwanted access to directories without using additional applications. It is necessary - administrator account

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Authentication of the Microsoft Windows operating system is performed by a special update number KB971033. The result of this check may be a "black screen of death" and the impossibility of continuing work. The easiest way to get rid of this problem is to restore the system from a backup

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The need to install a second operating system arises when one OS does not cope with some tasks, but the current operating system still needs to do some work. It is possible to install a second operating system in addition to the main one. Instructions Step 1 To begin with, it should be said that installing a second operating system on a computer with an operating OS and one sector on the hard drive is a risky business

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Nowadays, you don't have to install an operating system (OS) on your computer's hard drive to run it. It can be written to a flash drive and run on any computer. It is very convenient when the required OS is always “at hand”, and you can download it at any time without installing it on the hard drive

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Sometimes there are situations when you need to change the hard drive on which the operating system is installed. In order not to waste time installing and configuring a new OS, it is recommended to transfer an existing version of Windows. It is necessary - Partition Manager

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Often times, desktop icons take up so much free space that there is simply not enough space for them. In addition, sometimes they spoil the appearance. If in newer versions of Windows their resizing is configured at the user's choice in the control panel or by holding down the Ctrl key and scrolling the mouse wheel, then in XP and earlier operating systems everything looks much more complicated

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

During the installation of programs, as a rule, a separate folder is created on the hard disk of the computer, an additional section is placed in the main menu, a shortcut is created on the desktop, and changes are made to the system registry