Software

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Some DIYers use computer power supplies in conjunction with other devices, such as low-power power tools. In order for such a block to work "on weight" and at the same time not deteriorate, it should be turned on according to certain rules

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

When creating your own site, you will need to develop controls such as: menu items, buttons for navigating through the pages. A clickable button is an element that, when the mouse hovers over it, changes its appearance, becomes "pressed down"

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

As a rule, the goal of creating any flash banner is to attract the maximum number of network users to the advertised site. Therefore, the primary task facing the developers of these very banners is to make them attractive and, most importantly, "

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Flash technologies are ubiquitous in Internet sites today, and even aspiring webmasters are striving to add flash elements to their site. For example, the menu design using this technology will be functional and beautiful. As an example, we will describe how to make a convenient flash button in Adobe Flash CS4 that can be placed on your site and make a menu block based on such buttons

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

To speed up your computer, it is often necessary to install an additional memory card in it. Let's look at how to do this correctly, and what subtleties should be taken into account if you want the installation of new equipment to be successful, and the efficiency of your computer to significantly increase

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Many of us have thought about upgrading our PC. Random access memory arises in the mind of one of the first, as a representative of the class of the most important elements of the PC. Consider the possibility of increasing it. Instructions Step 1 At the moment, there are many offers in stores for buying ready-made computers in various configurations, depending on performance or price

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

RAM modules directly affect the performance of your computer. The central processor receives all the information necessary for operation directly from the RAM. Necessary Speccy program. Instructions Step 1 To connect new memory modules, certain conditions must be observed

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

You can check the printer cartridge for operability even before installing it in the printer. Such a concept as "footprint" will help determine the condition of the cartridge, as it means the mark left by the cartridge on a completely dry and clean napkin

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

To set up your own local network, you need to correctly connect the computers to each other. Usually, network hubs or their improved analogs are used for this purpose. Necessary - network cables. Instructions Step 1 If you do not need to connect network computers to the Internet, then purchase a hub

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Removing the Google Chrome Internet browser on a laptop is no different from removing it from a regular personal computer. The procedure for uninstalling this program depends only on the operating system on which it is installed. Mac OS Launch the Finder program, with its help you can access any file and folder available on the laptop

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

After the next reinstallation of the operating system, someone first of all installs their favorite games, someone returns to the desktop the usual look, changing the theme and screensaver, screen resolution, replacing standard icons with custom ones

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

If, while working at the computer, your hand suddenly and sharply begins to hurt the hand with which you are holding the mouse, the pain intensifies and does not go away for a long time, then you can be "congratulated". This is a manifestation of the tunnel syndrome, another disease of civilization

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

A flash drive is a very convenient and compact storage medium. A huge selection of designs in shape and color is able to satisfy the needs of everyone. But you can make a flash drive body with your own hands. Necessary - two Lego bricks 4x2 - two Lego bricks 2x2 - lego plates 6x1 and 6x2 - knife - pliers - Super glue - a flash drive without a case - sandpaper - polish Instructions Step 1 Collect the box for the USB stick

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

It is possible to remake the case of the system unit from vertical to horizontal only in a few cases, since most of them do not have the necessary parameters for the necessary changes. Necessary - knife for cutting on metal surfaces

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

As a rule, the next page of a text document begins only after the end of the previous one. But not all PC users are satisfied with such an installation, so you can break the text into pages by forcing a break after a certain paragraph. A new page will appear, and with it a new title

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

There are two ways to get started on a Windows computer: the classic login and the welcome page. In the first case, the system will require you to enter your login and password to enter. If strangers have access to your computer and you would like to hide the contents of hard drives from them, it is better to use this method

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Port forwarding is used by most programs under the Windows platform to provide connections over secure ports. Each of these utilities uses a TCP / IP connection, which in itself is not a secure solution. Necessary - D-Link DIR-320 router

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

In the system unit of a personal computer, every detail is important. All components are connected to each other and attached to the motherboard. It is the foundation on which the entire hardware system is built. That is why the performance of the computer depends on how you assemble the motherboard, what components will be used

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

You bought all the necessary components for a personal computer and decided to assemble it yourself. The assembly order is most often the same for different models. Let's see how to assemble a computer from components with your own hands. See, it's not difficult at all

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The look of the Opera window can be customized in a very wide range. This applies to both graphic design and control placement. In particular, you can turn off the display of the address bar of the browser and thereby increase the space allocated for site pages

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Many users have already given up on desktop computers in favor of more compact notebooks. To ensure a comfortable and convenient use of these devices, it is recommended to create your own wireless networks. Necessary - Wi-Fi router (router)

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Large hard disks can be conveniently divided into several partitions for subsequent installation of the operating system on one of them and storage of the necessary files on the other. There are several ways to create an additional partition on your hard drive

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

A digital camera can be used not only for photographing, but also for displaying images on a TV screen. Moreover, you can display not only frames taken by the device itself, but also pictures recorded on its memory card using a computer. Instructions Step 1 Check if any images are supported by the camera firmware

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Progress does not stand still, and many things have become more accessible to the average user. Recently, e-books have been encountered quite often, which is understandable by the obvious advantages of this device. If you have purchased an e-book, you should consider how to protect your e-friend

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Today it is difficult to imagine life without a computer. For some, it is a means of earning money, for others it plays a big role in virtual communication, for others it attracts with its gaming capabilities. It is for such gamblers and fans of the most advanced novelties that the developers of computer equipment have invented a new mouse, which, as if by magic, can transform and turn into a robot, car or other transformer

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Typically, users do not have enough system resources to perform work in applications. However, there are also the opposite situations - to work, for example, in old versions of Windows or testing programs in conditions of insufficient system resources, it may be necessary to reduce the amount of RAM

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

If, when you connect a USB drive to your computer, the system displays a message that this device can run faster, it means that you have outdated drivers. It could also be related to the connection of devices to the front panel ports. Instructions Step 1 Make sure the USB driver is installed on your computer

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Do you want to watch satellite TV at home without purchasing expensive specials. equipment? Then you need a TV tuner. Connect it to your personal computer and enjoy. How can this be done? Instructions Step 1 Go to a computer store and get a tv-tuner and a set-top box

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Among computer users, there are always those who like to use their equipment at 110% of the possible. Processors, RAM, video cards - all these components have a certain "safety margin" and can work with accelerated parameters. This is called overclocking or overclocking

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The radio broadcast network provides sound quality comparable to VHF broadcasting. Having a computer or cell phone with a voice recorder function, such broadcasts can be recorded for your own needs. Instructions Step 1 The quickest way to record a radio broadcast is to bring a microphone connected to your computer to the broadcast loudspeaker

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The main problem with relatively old computers is the increased load on the central processor. To prevent this device from deteriorating due to overheating, it must be properly cooled. Necessary - SpeedFan. Instructions Step 1 First, remember one nuance:

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Toner is a very important part for a printer. But finding the right model for your device is not an easy task. Here it is necessary to take into account the correspondence between the printer and the toner in several important parameters. Necessary - Printer

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

To enter certain settings for the modem, there are various menu items that you need to use, depending on which element of the device you want to configure. It is recommended to first read the instructions for your network equipment. Necessary - access to the computer

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Cleaning the monitor matrix is not as easy as it seems at first glance. In order for the monitor to serve you as long as possible, it is worth considering some of its features when choosing a means of caring for its matrix. Necessary - special wipes or monitor sprays

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

There are several basic methods for working with hard drives. In the event that you need to change the volume of the hard drive, it is recommended to use special utilities. Necessary - Partition Manager. Instructions Step 1 If you need to increase the hard disk space, then use the utility included in the set of standard programs for Windows operating systems

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

A wireless Internet connection is extremely convenient at home and provides high-quality and reliable network reception. The connection is made using a router, which requires preliminary configuration. Necessary - Computer; - DSL modem

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

A sound card that fits into a PCI slot may have better performance than a sound card built into the motherboard. After installing such a card, you must disable the built-in one. This is done using the CMOS Setup utility. Instructions Step 1 Install the sound card into the PCI slot

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The choice of a modem largely depends on what the user needs in the first place. 3G and ADSL modems have their own advantages and disadvantages. Each of the devices is capable of transmitting a signal at high speed, which is its main purpose

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The hard disk is the main storage device for modern computers. Hard drives work on the magnetic recording principle. This allows for high read and write speeds while extending the life of the devices. Instructions Step 1 The main elements of a hard drive are aluminum (sometimes glass) plates, which are covered with a layer of a special material, and read heads

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Before you start working with a sound card, you need to perform several steps related to the system detecting a new device and installing additional software on your computer. Necessary - drivers for further correct operation of the board

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Modern laser printers have a long working life. But, despite this remarkable fact, there comes a time when toner is pumped into the cartridge and needs to be refilled urgently. As a rule, this happens at the most inopportune moment, and there is no time to call the master

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

You are asked to print a document, and suddenly your printer refuses to work - it gives out a faint print and stripes all over the page. In such a situation, you can be sure that the cartridge needs a fresh supply of toner. In order to refill a cartridge, it is not necessary to carry it to a specialized company, you can do it yourself

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

To connect several computers to one subscriber line of the ADSL standard, a special device is used - a modem router. In a notebook-sized case, it is essentially a miniature server running Linux. Instructions Step 1 Buy any ADSL modem router

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The internal architecture of all computers existing today is approximately the same. The possibilities of their use for solving certain problems are determined mainly by the list and characteristics of peripheral equipment. There are many peripheral devices for various purposes

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The headphones are supplied with various types of plugs. In addition, the sound card of any computer is usually equipped with at least three slots. For the headphones to sound, you must select the correct jack and, if necessary, use an adapter

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

One of the fastest and cheapest ways to increase your computer's performance is to purchase and install additional memory cards. To select this part correctly, several factors must be considered. Necessary - Speccy. Instructions Step 1 Before buying new RAM strips, find out the capabilities of your motherboard and the characteristics of the already installed strips

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Nowadays, it is difficult to imagine a modern office without such a wonderful device as a printer. It is one of the "engines" of the workflow and allows you to maintain documentation without undue effort. In addition, the printer is an irreplaceable assistant in solving problems arising in connection with the printing of text documents for home work

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

A microphone is a very useful and practical device for any computer, as it allows you to record your voice and communicate with friends and family around the world. Sometimes it happens that it is defective or certain functions are not configured

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Repair of motherboards of computers and laptops today constitutes a significant part of the services of service centers. This is due to the design features of the device of such boards, assembled according to the scheme, when a processor, a video card and other important elements of the system are integrated on one board

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Very often, when the printer is not used for a long time, it stops accepting paper, blinks all the lights and does not print at all. This means it's time to change the printhead. This can be entrusted to the masters of the service center, or you can do it yourself so as not to pay extra money

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Typically, USB technology is used to connect various peripheral devices to a personal computer or laptop: a keyboard, mouse, scanner, webcam, mobile phone, or external hard drive. Each computer has several USB ports, which can be identified by the icon next to the connectors

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The first thing you should do if your computer malfunctions is to find out which hardware has broken down. The hardest part is checking the power supply, as it can break completely, which can mean replacing it, or some of its constituent parts can break

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

When buying a computer, the average user usually pays attention to the main characteristics of the system unit: processor frequency, RAM size, hard disk capacity, video card power. The parameters of an optical drive and many other components are often found out only during the operation of a computer

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

In the event that the system unit of your computer begins to make a lot of noise, clean or adjust the fans that are installed in it. Most likely, they are the reason for the unpleasant noise from the unit. Necessary - AMD OverDrive

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

In order to determine if your PSP's motherboard is flashed, you need to find out its number and version. This can be done in several ways, depending on your skills. So you can use special software or disassemble the game console. Necessary - access to the Internet

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

A computer is a complex technical device, the processes of which are not known to everyone. However, some of them are interesting to understand. For example, in how computer memory looks like! If we discuss the question of the internal structure of a PC, then we cannot fail to note how the memory on a computer looks like

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Not only various storage devices and input-output devices can be connected to USB ports. Very often it is used to connect devices that only power from it. Low-power light sources occupy a significant share among them. Instructions Step 1 Find any optical USB mouse that is mechanically damaged

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Connecting one microphone often requires a lot of effort from the user due to the eternal problems with setting up a sound card, and connecting two will confuse even experienced users. Necessary - new sound card. Instructions Step 1 Carefully examine your sound card for the presence of microphone connectors, if there is only one, most likely you will have to buy a new one, since various adapters and splitters have no effect, despite the assurances of the

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

A USB flash drive is a removable medium, a place for recording, storing, playing back and editing information. Flash cards vary in storage capacity, design, and other characteristics. Any drive connects to a computer or laptop via a USB port

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The processor is the foundation of any computer. The most famous on the market are those produced by AMD and Intel. These two companies make processors designed for gaming and office computers and laptops. AMD Processor Rating is a list of those processor models that are most often bought and have the best reviews

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Each PC device, including the drive, has its own microcomputer, which is responsible for the sequence and correctness of actions. This allows you to improve the performance of the device without the need for mechanical changes and additions

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

A drive failure can make life difficult for a PC user. The ability to read and write discs will be lost, which will significantly limit the ability to exchange information. With some knowledge, you can fix the drive yourself. Instructions Step 1 Determine the cause of the drive failure

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Although quad-core computers are powerful enough to open almost any program, some utilities require a specific configuration to run. Therefore, the user disables one or more processor cores to create the appearance of an old-style computer. Necessary - access to the Internet

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Safe reversing is one of the priorities for road safety and a guarantee of reducing the number of accidents. The parking radar is the main driver's assistant when reversing. So how do you properly equip your four-wheeled "friend" with this clever device?

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Both karaoke lovers and novice musicians, dancers, DJs and hosts of various events often need instrumental arrangements of popular songs without words - in other words, backing tracks or phonograms. Ordering a backing track in the studio is quite expensive for most people, and therefore they use more affordable ways to create a backing track using computer programs

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

When creating your own wireless network, it is very important to correctly configure its security settings. To ensure the maximum degree of security, it is recommended to use several methods at once. Necessary - Wi-Fi router

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

If your phone speaker is broken and you urgently need to make a call, use other devices to replace the speaker. The choice in this case is limited by the configuration of your mobile phone. Necessary - headset. Instructions Step 1 In case your phone has two speakers - one for earpiece and the other for playing system sounds - find the speakerphone on in the call menu

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

To start installing the motherboard, you first need to open the case and slide it out. This can be done by unscrewing the two case screws holding the side panel. Be sure to place the screws in a prominent place to avoid getting lost. If the case contains a special tray for storing the motherboard, it is better to remove it

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Often there are situations in which it is necessary to know the models of some devices installed in a computer or laptop. Determination of the connected equipment is achieved by both mechanical and software methods. Necessary - Speccy

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

A portable USB fan allows you to effectively cool your computer or laptop, while reducing the temperature of the processor, video card and other elements. To install it, you just need to connect the device via the USB connector. Why do you need a USB fan?

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Today, a variety of materials are distributed on DVDs, from motion pictures to Linux distributions. If your computer has a drive that does not support this format, you can replace it with another one that supports it. Instructions Step 1 Select a drive based on the following considerations:

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The webcam makes communication between people at great distances from each other better. After all, it is much more pleasant to see the interlocutor than just to hear him. Today everyone knows how to use the Skype program, but not everyone can correctly choose the webcam that is necessary in a particular case

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

After the appearance of the graphical shell in operating systems, the mouse became an almost indispensable device for controlling the operation of system and application programs. Over time, there are more ways to connect this device to a computer, as well as methods to disconnect it

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Your computer, like any other, contains a large amount of hardware. It is almost impossible to find out the name of each of them without resorting to software methods. Necessary - a program for determining the configuration of a computer

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The printer-to-computer setup process begins by connecting the printer to the computer with a cable. After that, you need to start the installation process by running the driver file. If it is on the CD, the installation will start automatically

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

To prevent overheating and subsequent damage to individual parts of the computer, it is necessary to increase the fan speed or replace this device with a more powerful analogue. In any case, first try to solve the problem programmatically. Necessary - AMD OverDrive

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

If you urgently need to remove the hard drive from the computer, but you cannot turn off the computer itself, then it is possible to stop the drive in order to disconnect it from the power and data connectors. Necessary - access to the computer with administrator rights

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

If you are the owner of a laptop or netbook, then the issue of a wireless Internet connection is an actual issue for you. One of the variants of its implementation is the use of CDMA modems. These devices are easy to connect and configure. Necessary - a telephone of the CDMA standard

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

NTFS is a file system that allows you to increase the durability of flash drives, increases the speed of reading or writing data, rarely fails and is one of the most reliable among its kind. Despite the fact that it is not in the traditional tools of the operating system, there are simple ways to convert a flash drive to NTFS

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

You can often hear that buying a computer in parts is much cheaper than a complete one. In the event that you have decided on this particular step, you need to know how to select components for your computer. PC accessories In order to select components for your computer, you must have minimal knowledge and know exactly for what purposes the future PC will be used

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Creating a bootable flash drive is necessary if you need to install an operating system from a USB drive. This is true for netbook owners, as their computers usually don't have a floppy drive. It is also convenient, given that disks can be easily damaged physically, and data on a flash drive will remain intact for a long time

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The problem of insufficient hard disk space is a headache for many personal computer users. Especially now, when there is a tendency to improve the quality of media files and the speed of the Internet allows you to download them in large quantities

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

RAM modules are fixed on the motherboard in special slots. These slots are very different in design from those used to accommodate expansion cards. There are also more standards for memory modules than for such boards. Instructions Step 1 Before starting work, shut down the operating system on the computer, wait for it to turn off automatically, and then physically disconnect the power supply

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Flashing the cartridge chipset is a standard procedure for its further functioning after refilling. Note that in addition to this procedure, there are alternative methods for reprogramming the cartridge. Necessary - firmware program

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The main and most often the only reason for the noise of the computer system unit is a faulty or clogged fan. Sometimes this applies to several coolers at once. To get rid of the unpleasant noise, it is necessary to clean the above devices. Necessary - machine oil

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

A computer is a complex system, a collection of devices. Working together under the control of an operating system, they provide all those capabilities that fit tightly into our daily life. Instructions Step 1 The vast majority of computers are built on the principle of open architecture

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

To properly connect a network printer, you must have a network cable, CD or DVD drive, and a printer driver disk on the local machine. In addition, you need to know what operating system is installed on the computer and on the server. Necessary printer, driver Instructions Step 1 To connect a network printer, it is necessary to sequentially press the buttons "

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The most popular invention for all areas of service is a computer, they are often updated when new models are released, it was the race to improve the invention that was able to bring the high-tech market to a new level. Now many people buy computers of the most popular models, use them every day, but not everyone can reinstall, download the program on prompts, it's all about the quick response of button switching

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

A modem is a device that provides access to the Internet. If at the dawn of the Internet and computer technologies, modems were installed in the system unit, today so-called external modems that do not require installation in a computer are widely popular

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

One of the types of computer modding is the installation of arrow indicators on it. These devices allow you to visually display in an analog form the level of load on the hard disk of the machine. Instructions Step 1 Shut down the operating system, and then power off the computer completely

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

A sound card is that part of your personal computer, without which you will not be able to listen to music, watch a movie and much more that requires sound. This part can be built-in, i.e. comes complete with the motherboard (integrated into it) or as a separate element that requires connection

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Typically, the amount of RAM in a netbook is never too high. Therefore, users often increase the volume by installing an additional bar. Possibility check One of the main problems in installing additional RAM on a netbook is the lack of slots for additional RAM strips

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Today the assortment of mouse pads is quite wide. Therefore, users often wonder which one to buy. After all, it depends on this device how comfortable it will be to work at the computer. The quality of the mat plays an important role for all users

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The computer mouse has already become so firmly established in our everyday life that it is simply impossible to imagine working with a computer without it. This manipulator is widespread everywhere - from simple surfing on the Internet to computer games and high-precision design

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Installing a new hard drive in the configuration of your computer is not only about connecting it to the motherboard, but also doing so. So that the system can recognize this device as a storage medium. To do this, you need to format it. Necessary - a screwdriver for installing a hard drive into the case

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

A floppy disk that has a skewed sliding flap can get stuck in the drive. It cannot be pulled out by pressing the button. To remove the floppy disk, the drive must be removed and disassembled. Instructions Step 1 Shut down the operating system and wait until the computer shuts down automatically

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

Increasing random access memory (RAM) significantly improves the performance of your computer. Moreover, it does not require knowledge of the filling, it is enough just to carefully install the module into the motherboard slot. Necessary - memory module

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

There are a huge number of different models of DSL modems. Their main difference lies in the number of Ethernet ports to which network cables are connected. To correctly configure the modem, you must take into account the requirements of a particular provider

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The goal of overclocking a wireless router is to increase its coverage range and I / O speed. Wireless routers like the NETGEAR WNDR3300 are essentially mini computers equipped with a processor, little RAM, and an operating system. To overclock the WNDR3300, the operating system must be replaced with another one that is more user-friendly

Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01

The installation of the video controller takes place in two stages - the technical installation and the software part. The process does not take too much time, the installers have an intuitive interface, so almost any user of a personal computer can handle the installation