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Computer Maintenance
Tasks and programs that are necessary for proper computer upkeep including Scandisk and Defrag
1,519 Questions
What should you do if you see smoke coming from your computer?
IMMEDIATELY TURN OFF ALL POWER TO THE EQUIPMENT
If there is an actual fire, extinguish the blaze if it is within your control. Notify the Fire Department (911) immediately. Notify the BECO as soon as possible. Leave the equipment as is for Fire Department inspection
How do you edit registry by user other then admin?
I don't believe you can. They have these restrictions so that someone can't get on a public computer and mess with it. If there was ways around these then there would be no need for these restrictions.
What programs can be deleted from computer?
Most programs can be deleted as long as you don't have a need for them. A few applications I would suggest not removing is your anti virus or your anti malware.
Can you put a non Dell psu onto a Dell motherboard?
Yes, you can. Just make sure that you have a right kind.
Why is my Acer laptop taking forever to reset?
It may be that you have a slow processor and ram, or there is lots of junk files and stuff on the computer that is slowing it down. It may help to reset it in the menu before Windows starts up.
Depends on the soundcard. For example with Asus Realtek soundcards you can route the inputs and ouputs from the Sound Manager, see the related link.
Your computer stopped recharging and will only work when its plugged in. What should you do?
Remove the battery for a few mins. then put it back in.
What is the problem when you hear one long and too short beeps from a computer?
It usually means that there is an issue with your video card, although the problem could be different, as "beep codes" vary by motherboard. You should find your motherboard model number either by opening your computer or by searching your computer model on the internet.
Why won't my icon move to a new location after i drag it where i want it?
Most likely the problem is that your display properties are set to Auto Arrange.
# Right-click on any blank spot on the Desktop # At Arrange icons by... check to make sure Auto Arrange is not checked. # If it is checked, uncheck it. # Then, OK out and move your icon. # It should stay where you place it on the Desktop.
If you scan a paper onto a printer will it upload to the computer?
You would have to scan the paper into a scanner or a multifunctional device that contains a printer and a scanner. You might also have to have a program to let you scan the image in. Then you can save it to the computer.
How do you open up your hp pavilion desktop 2005 media center slimline disk drive?
I wouldn't recommend it - as there are very sensitive components in there ! Unless you know absolutely what you're doing - you could cause irreparable damage which will cost you a small fortune to get a professional to undo !
Computer starts on connecting to mains?
the computer BIOS is set to power on when AC power is back. This can be turned off.
How do i format my Maxtor External hardrive?
Plug it in to your computer. Go to "My Computer." when it shows up as the F: G: or whatever drive right click it and click format.
Check the fan is working. Clean the dust from the fan. Clean the filters. Ensure the air inlet isn't obstructed. Move the machine somewhere cooler, especially if near other electrical equipment
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When does a person use disk defragmentation?
A person should use disk defrag weekly to keep computer from slowing down but you only have to do it when it does slow down.
How much do a computer cost for a 1995 Oldsmobile aurora?
Depends on which computer you are referring to. You have a climate control module, power-train control module, etc.
The 7200mAh battery will last slightly longer than the 6600mAh one. Generally speaking, the higher the mAh, the longer the battery lasts.
What are the three levels of formatting on a computer?
The three levels of formatting are:
1. Low-level formatting - This is where the sectors and tracks are physically recorded onto the disk. PC builders once had to do this step, but now, nearly all hard drives come low-level formatted. In addition, you won't be allowed to do this, and if you are, the drive will never work again. The drives do not contain the necessary hardware for a successful low-level format. In most cases, if you try to send the low-level format commands, they will be intercepted and just the data areas will be wiped (high-level format), not the control (or "servo") areas nor the boundaries. The main exception here is floppy disks, and they are physically formatted each time they are formatted unless a "quick format" (high level only) is done.
2. Partitioning - This makes the drive recognizable by an operating system and determines how much of the drive will be used for various purposes. For instance, you could have Windows on a partition and Linux on another. But even if you use the entire drive for one thing, you still have to have a partition table with at least one partition.
3. High-level, or "logical" formatting - This simply wipes or at least verifies the data areas and adds the necessary file system structures (FAT, NTFS, Reiser, etc) in an empty state.
A note about "low-level" commands found in the BIOS utility - This only rubs out all the data areas and destroys any partition table and filesystem. It does not actually do a low-level format of the drive (assuming PATA or SATA drives). It only returns the drive back to a condition similar to when it was purchased (with whatever wear it currently has) in that there is no partition table, filesystem, or user data. The low-level formatting is not touched.
