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How To Clear the Cache in Firefox 21
Easy instructions on how to clear the cache in Firefox 21. Clearing the cache in Firefox is a good troubleshooting step when pages won't load.
How To Prevent Programs From Stealing Focus in Windows XP Using Tweak UI
Programs steal focus when they appear in front of other windows and grab the use of the mouse and keyboard. Stop this in Windows XP with Tweak UI.
How To Wipe a Hard Drive
Easy instructions on how to wipe a hard drive. A hard drive wipe will erase everything on the hard drive - something deleting and formatting can not do.
How To Fix DLL Errors
The only way to permanently fix DLL errors is by fixing the underlying cause of the issue, not by downloading DLL files. Here's how to do it.
How To Clean A Flat Screen Monitor or TV
How to safely clean your flat screen monitor or TV. LCD, LED, and other flat screens require special care when cleaning because they can be easily damaged.
How To Test a Power Supply Using a Power Supply Tester
Complete instructions on testing a power supply unit in a computer using a power supply tester, a small device designed to safely test a PSU.
How To Delete Temporary Internet Files in Internet Explorer 10
Instructions on deleting temporary Internet files (cache) in Internet Explorer 10. Clearing the cache in IE10 will fix certain browser issues.
How To Find What Windows Vista Service Pack is Installed
Detailed instructions on determining the Windows Vista service pack you have installed.
How To Troubleshoot a Computer That Turns On But Stops Booting During the POST
Sometimes your computer may actually turn on fine but an error message during the Power On Self Test will stop the boot process. Other times your computer may simply freeze sometime during the POST with no error at all. Fix these problems with these steps.
How To Burn an ISO Image File to a DVD, CD, or BD
In most cases, you'll need to burn an ISO file to a DVD before you can use it. Here are easy instructions for burning an ISO image to a CD, DVD, or BD disc.
How To Access Device Manager From the Computer Management Utility in Windows XP
Accessing Device Manager via the Computer Management utility is very easy. Follow these steps to access Device Manager from within the Computer Management utility.
How To Access Device Manager From Computer Management in Windows Vista
Accessing Device Manager from within the Computer Management utility couldn't be simpler. Follow these steps to access Device Manager from within the Computer Management utility in Windows Vista.
How To Access Device Manager From the Computer Management Utility in Windows 7
Accessing Device Manager from the Computer Management utility is easy. Follow these steps to access the Windows 7 Device Manager from within the Computer Management utility.
How To Access Disk Management in Windows XP
Disk Management in Windows XP can be accessed from the Computer Management utility. Follow these steps to open Windows XP's Disk Management tool.
How To Access Disk Management in Windows Vista
Disk Management in Windows Vista can be accessed from the Computer Management utility. Follow these steps to open Windows Vista's Disk Management tool.
How To Access Disk Management in Windows 7
Disk Management in Windows 7 can be accessed from the Computer Management utility. Follow these steps to open Disk Management in Windows 7.
How To Hide Hidden Files and Folders in Windows XP
A tutorial on how to hide hidden files in Windows XP. Keeping files marked as hidden away from view is safe and makes working in Windows XP easier.
How To Hide Hidden Files and Folders in Windows Vista
Here's how to hide hidden files in Windows Vista. Having hidden files in view could be dangerous so keeping them hidden is probably a good idea.
How To Hide Hidden Files and Folders in Windows 7
Hide hidden files in Windows 7 with these easy steps. Having hidden files viewable in Windows 7 isn't necessary and can get really annoying.
How To Show Hidden Files and Folders in Windows XP
How to configure Windows XP to show hidden files and folders. You may need to view hidden files and folders to troubleshoot certain problems.
How To Show Hidden Files and Folders in Windows Vista
A tutorial on configuring Windows Vista to show hidden files and folders. Items marked as hidden are not visible by default in Windows Vista.
How To Use Bootsect /nt60 To Update the Volume Boot Code to BOOTMGR
Easy instructions on using bootsect /nt60 from the Command Prompt in System Recovery Options to update the boot code to use BOOTMGR.
How To Use SFC /Scannow to Repair Protected Windows Operating System Files
The sfc scannow option is the most useful way to run System File Checker. Using sfc with the scannow option will scan and repair important Windows files.
How To Create a Windows 7 System Repair Disc
Instructions on creating a Windows 7 System Repair Disc, a bootable disc that will give you access to Windows 7's System Recovery Options.
How To Troubleshoot a Computer That Shows No Sign of Power
There are several easy-to-solve possible causes to a computer that isn't receiving power. If you turn on your computer and it doesn't power on at all then try some of these easy troubleshooting steps.