Reinstall Windows XP by Jacob Erdei
Instructions for re-installing Windows XP: There comes a time in every computers life were you just want to start over. This article gives you instructions for reinstalling your XP operating system and starting over. Be sure to backup any documents that you have on your system. ... Some computers do not have an XP CD if this is the case when your computer fist boots up look at the screen, newer computers often times have the restore CD on the hard drive already and you can access it from your initial boot-up.

How To: Windows Updates by Justin Oswald
Get All the Updates It seems like every other week we hear about another security breach in Windows or that another worm has disrupted businesses worldwide. Microsoft Windows has always been known for its many exploitable security holes. New updates are made available for Windows all the time. ... If you choose to do a Custom update you will be given the option of installing several categories of updates that either increase the performance of your PC or add new features to Windows. ... Express will automatically install all of the high priority updates, so if nothing else at least do...

3 Things You Need To Know Before Installing Windows Vista by Aaron Smith
The new generation of Microsoft Windows known as Vista was released earlier this year. Most new computers bought since the end of January will come preloaded with Windows Vista, but there are many people with older computers that will want to upgrade from Windows XP. ... If your video card isn't up to the task but the rest of your computer is Vista ready, you can upgrade to a newer card that will support it without having to buy a whole new computer. ... Lastly, if you're planning to install the upgrade version of Vista, keep in mind that you can't do a clean install with it.

Install the Memory- STEP 7 of 21 in the Build Your Own Computer Series by Chuck Lunsford
You should now install your memory modules. You need to make sure you have the right kind of memory for your motherboard, but you should have taken care of this already. On older machines, there are a few installation guidelines to follow. The memory banks will be outlined in your manual. ... If you plan to install two sticks of memory the best configuration would be one stick in slot A and one stick in slot B. ... Install the Module. ... DO NOT FORCE IT. ... The force need to insert this module is minor.

Buying A Computer vs Building Your Own by Jared Strop
First of all, pre-built computers come with some parts you don’t want or need as well as useless software. On the other hand, building a computer lets you decide exactly what to put in it and what to install on your computer. That helps out by freeing the hard drive, but sometimes computer... So if you like do-it-yourself projects or love complete control over your computer, building a computer is for you. ... All you do is pick out the parts you want in the computer, put them together, and install your software.

Spyware & Business Computers by Glen Littlejohn
I. BACKGROUND Spyware is typically not a virus, so many anti-virus programs are not equipped to block, detect, or eliminate it. Spyware is not typically a cookie that you can simply delete through your browser tools. Often installed on your computer without your consent, spyware will: A. ... New and unexpected icons at the bottom of your computer screen. ... If you do, you may install spyware on your computer. ... Install a personal firewall to stop uninvited users from accessing your computer.

How to Install a Motherboard by Gary Hendricks
In this article we learn how to install a motherboard. This is your first stop in learning how to install computer components. The motherboard is attached one way or another to every device in your computer. You will notice that the motherboard comes pre-configured with numerous slots where you... Installing Critical Wires and Connectors The next step in knowing how to install computer components like your motherboard is to install critical wires and connects. ... Install Standoffs and Secure the Motherboard The next step in knowing how to install a motherboard involves alignment.

Microsoft Patch Management for Home Users by Christoph Puetz
With easy access to Broadband and DSL the number of people using the Internet has skyrocket in recent years. Email, instant messaging and file sharing with other Internet users has also provided a platform for faster spreading of viruses, Trojans and Spyware. ... Nothing is more annoying than having to fight computer problems with limited time at hand. ... Waiting a few days with patching a machine can make sense if some critical work is done on the computer an important deadline needs to be kept.

Safe Browsing With Mozilla Firefox by Asmuii Azfar
Privacy is the most important thing either online or offline. Peoples neither young or old should surfing the internet safely. Using online bank account, online purchasing for example needs very high privacy to you browser. These day, spyware not only comes with programs but also from websites. ... After that, https://addons.mozilla.org/extensions/moreinfo.php?id=722&application=firefox Click Install now to install NoScript extension. ... - source: https://addons.mozilla.org/?application=firefox How do you install Mozilla Firefox with NoScript extension?

How To Use A USB Flash Drive by Damian Sofsian
The popularity of USB flash drives does not solely come from its convenient size and the amount of data it can store but also in its easy use. It is very simple to operate and use a USB flash drive provided that the computer you connect it to has all the installed drivers that support the device. ... However, if the computer does not have an existing driver, USB flash drive installer software is also very easy to install and operate. ... The computer then detects the device and upon detection, a folder containing all the files in your USB flash drive would appear on the computer screen.