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The Best A3 Colour Printers Reviewed
As printers and photocopiers become more and more advanced it becomes a lot harder to decide on which printer to buy with what features. Do we need colour? If so, laser or inkjet? Is speed ...
Why an iPod Battery Dies
It can be less frustrating when your iPod battery dies if you understand what causes the problem in the first place.
How to Adjust a Laptop Display
You can adjust many of the display settings on your laptop to make viewing the screen more comfortable. You may wish to adjust the display brightness to compensate for low or bright light conditions, for example. You can also change the resolution of your screen, making icons larger for sight-impair
How to Clean a LaserJet Q6000A Toner
The toner is the lifeblood of your printer, and the condition of that toner has a direct impact on the quality of the printouts. If you notice the quality of your prints starting to deteriorate, take the time to remove the toner cartridge and give it a thorough cleaning. Taking the time to clean you
Ink Jet Refill Kit Instructions
Ink refill kits are popular because they eliminate the need to buy expensive printer cartridge replacements whenever you run out of ink. Since they are widely available and easy-to-use, they have become a common way for printer owners to save money. Learn the components of your refill kit and the us
How to Use an Emergency Recovery Disk
The first thing many users try to do when a computer refuses to boot or function normally is turn the computer off manually and then turn it back on in the hope that everything will start working again. When that doesn't work, however, it's time to use the recovery disk that either came with your co
Acer Aspire & Operating System Compatibility
The Acer Aspire is a fully functional laptop in the 9000 series, as of 2010. It includes a dual core processor, 2 GB of RAM and a minimum 40 GB hard drive. Compatibility varies depending on the operating system.
How to Change the Font on AOL 9.0
Subscribers to America Online have the option to download the AOL 9.0 desktop application on their PCs. With AOL 9.0, users can check their email accounts, chat with friends through instant messages or browse the web. The AOL desktop application is very customizable, and users have the option of cha
How to Hook Up Dual Monitors With a Dell XPS M1730
As a gaming computer, the Dell XPS M1730 is a pretty powerful machine. One of the faults that many gamers experience when using their laptop to play online is a small screen. When a gamer plays on a laptop, the resolution can suffer and cause problems within the game. Because of this, many gamers us
How to Write a Note on Secondary Storage Devices
Secondary storage devices are useful tools when you need more hard drive space than your computer provides. They are also nice to have because you can transfer them from computer to computer. At times, you may need to place a note on a secondary drive. This may be a file that pertains to the usage o
How to Replace a Dell 8250 Battery
The Dell 8250 desktop tower uses a lithium-coin cell battery. These batteries maintain "computer configuration, date and time information." Lithium-coin batteries are said to last 15 years, making it the desirable choice for electrical devices. Lithium batteries are safe to use because of the elasto
Can You Install Windows XP on an External Drive?
With the advent of external drives that you can carry around and hook up to almost any computer, most people eventually get the idea of putting operating system software on one. Although this may be a great idea when using Windows XP as the operating system, there are some obstacles to consider.
5 Tips to Follow When Buying Ink Cartridges For Your Printer
Buying ink cartridges for your printer can be terribly expensive. Follow these five tips to save a few dollars.
Password Generator Tools
Passwords are a vital part of security for any form of online activity. When people use generic passwords, i.e. one password for all of their accounts, it is very easy for hackers and other malicious users to access someone's online activities.Password generator tools provide not only...
Definition for a USB Port
A Universal Serial Bus port is a connection slot on a computing device, such as a laptop or desktop computer, which supports data transfer rates at up to 12 megabits per second. As of the date of publication, many mobile devices, including mobile phones, are equipped with USB ports to connect to a p
How to Create a Virtual Desktop
Virtual desktop applications allow the user to manage multiple, independent desktops within the Windows interface. These desktops are preserved off the screen and are usually accessible from the Windows system tray or through a standalone application. It is also possible to configure virtual desktop
Laptop Overheating Help
Laptops are a convenient way to check email and work on the go. Laptops can overheat, generating an excessive heat that interferes with system function. High ambient temperature and overheating of interior components are common causes. A few precautions can help maintain optimal laptop function.
Tips to Use Toner and Ink Cartridges Last Longer and Save Money
Maybe you need to do a lot of printing at home or in the office or you just like to be careful with your money, either way I am going to share with you some ...
How to Make a Bootable CD for a BIOS Update
Motherboard manufacturers often employ disc images that include bootable instructions and BIOS updates. This allows the update software to operate outside the bounds of the operating system and any running applications. This also allows for the update software to have complete access to all hardware