My Computer Doesn’t Recognize My USB Device – What Can I Do?

My Computer Doesn’t Recognize My USB Device – What Can I Do? USB stands for Universal Serial Bus, and USB devices are those devices that use USB ports to send and receive data. This line of devices achieved huge popularity in the IT industry after getting their roots in the early part of 1990s. Before that, we had no other option than to settle with troublesome serial and parallel port configurations, in establishing communications with auxiliary devices like keyboard, mouse, external storage drive or a digital camera for example. Stable connection, simple integration and no need for a separate power supply are some of the key factors...

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Computer Has a Black Screen in Windows and Will Not Boot or Start Up

Computer Has a Black Screen in Windows and Will Not Boot or Start Up Rarely do I come across a problem with a computer that I cannot diagnose, however when a computer has a black screen in windows it can stump me sometimes. A computer black screen on start up is a challenge for me and I always try to trouble shoot the problem manually, without using those fancy programs, because I believe it is the only way to learn. There are two types of computer black screens that can appear in Windows. One where the computer will not boot up but you have a beep sequence sounding to let you know what the problem could be, and the other has nothing at...

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Windows Wont Boot – What Can I do?

Windows Wont Boot – What Can I do? What will YOU do when Windows Wont Boot? I’m sure that you like myself, use your computer for many different reasons such as: listening to music, watching movies, checking email, working and more. When Windows won’t boot, it seems as your entire life flashes in front of your eyes! I have combined six of the most common problems that can cause your computer not to boot. Try these steps whenever you experience this problem with your computer(s): #1.  Inspect your adapter or power cord - Windows Wont Boot When Windows wont boot, I always check the power cord located on back of the computer (desktops). When my laptop doesn’t boot, I always look at the power adapter first, To ensure the connection is correct both into the wall, and the cord...

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Cover Your Web Tracks Blog

Cover Your Web Tracks Blog Every step you make on the web can be tracked back to your PC. Your internet activity should be private. However, with out taking the proper steps, your privacy and identity can be easily exposed. This blog will help you keep your privacy and stop others from exposing it. My computer is asking for a bootable cd My computer is showing media test failed check cable what to d Permalink -- click for full blog post "My computer is asking for a bootable cd" previntive maintenance tips Please give mi preventive maintenance tips and schedule Permalink -- click for full blog post "previntive maintenance tips" is there a way to block all websites with a couple exceptions? I am needing to block all websites that do not have to do with work at my job for a coworker...is...

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Is your PC slow and on its last leg?

Is your PC slow and on its last leg? Why do you need Internet Privacy Software? Becuase everything you do on the net is being watched! What is a internet privacy software? Essentially its Window’s registry cleaner, firewall, anti-spyware, encryption device, defragging software, and proxy all rolled in one neat user friendly package. Using secure deletion technology, the program “destroys” the identification of all data assigned for deletion. This internet privacy software is the only way to permanently delete Internet browser's cache, local cache, cookies, internet history, typed URLs, index.dat, email history, downloaded pictures, videos,...

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Maintenance

MaintenanceMaintaining your computer is the key to keeping it healthy and fully working and of course, fast. Windows 95 has most of the tools for maintaining your PC, but Windows 98 extends the possibilities and makes it even less of a hassle.  If you follow the list below and run the programs listed frequently, you will be guaranteed to have a maintained computer at no extra cost. There are, however, other programs in the market with stronger engines, but then again, they're not free (stop smiling...) Most of these programs can be found under the Start, Programs, Accessories, System Tools folder.1. Disk Defrag: It is advisable to run Defrag under Windows 95 once a month or when you add/remove programs. However, under Windows 98, you can run it...

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Overclocking

Overclocking Overclocking is the act of increasing the speed of certain components in a computer other than that specified by the manufacturer.  It mainly refers to making your CPU run at a faster rate although it could also refer to making your graphics card or other peripherals run faster.  For example if you have a 300MHz PII CPU, you could probably overclock it easily to 350 or even 400MHz.  The latest P4 processors also appear to be overclockable through the FSB (front side bus) even though they are advertised as being clock-locked. So, now that you now what overclocking is, let's see how you can actually overclock your CPU.  You can do this using any of the following 3 methods: 1. Through your BIOS, 2. By changing the multiplier settings, 3. By...

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Exclamation Mark Next to Boot From CD Option in My Computer BIOS

Exclamation Mark Next to Boot From CD Option in My Computer BIOS I have an HP pavilion. I don’t have the original CD ROM installed. I have a third party CD rom installed. I am trying to format it, but the bios has a Exclamation Marknext to boot from CD option. This seems to be a pretty common occurrence. Some people see anexclamation mark next to CD-ROM drives like shown in the screenshot below, while other see an exclamation mark next to an actual hard drive. It could be any device. Some people install operating systems and everything goes well, but cannot boot to the hard drive where the operating system is on. This...

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No Hard Disk Error When Installing Windows XP After Vista or Seven

No Hard Disk Error When Installing Windows XP After Vista or Seven If you are installing Windows XP after your machine has already had Windows Vista or Windows Seven, you will most likely get the “No hard disk error”. Many people still love Windows XP and just cannot get used to the newer operating systems from Microsoft. The “no hard disk drive” error usually occurs when your laptop or desktop computer is too modern for Windows XP. This older operating system does not come equipped with fancy drivers to run newer type hardware as this hardware was probably not even invented at the time of the Windows XP release. The most common...

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