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Clean up your Linux computer with Bleach Bit
30 Mar 2011 by Scott Nesbitt
No matter how careful you are, things like cached files, cookies, temporary files, packages, and log files build up over time. Bleach Bit helps remove this junk from your Linux PC.
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Recover Lost Files with Disk Drill for Mac
29 Nov 2010 by Nick Post
Have you ever been looking for a file and then realize you trashed it? If this has happened to you recently, you may be in luck. You can download Disk Drill from Cleverfiles Software for the Mac. Disk Drill can scan your hard drive drive for recently deleted files and can restore the lost files or folder. Disk Drill is free for now, but pricing points for the full release have not been set yet. ...
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How to Find Out Information About Processes in the Windows Task Manager
16 Mar 2010 by Evan Wondrasek / 6 Comments
The Windows Task Manager is a system utility included with all versions of Windows that allows you to view details about the applications that are running on your PC. When looking at the Task Manager, you’ll probably see a long list of ambiguously named processes – so how do you know what those processes are? ProcessQuickLink is a free utility for Windows that adds information about your pr...
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How to Partition Your Hard Drive with Easeus Partition Master
25 Sep 2009 by Evan Wondrasek / 2 Comments
Most hard drives come with multiple partitions – which can be thought of as individual hard drives within your main hard drive – to separate a hard drive into multiple sections. Partitions are very useful if you want to separate your operating system from your documents (allows for easier OS reinstallation), and most manufacturers include a recovery partition in lieu of a recovery di...
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How to Enable Windows Remote Desktop
21 Sep 2009 by Dustin Patterson / 3 Comments
Remote Desktop is Microsoft’s built-in software that allows you to access a computer from any other computer via the internet. Remotely accessing your computer can be a valuable resource if you need access to files and other information if you do not have physical access to the computer. Note: Remote Desktop access is only available in the Professional, Business, or Ultimate versions of Wi...
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Fix: Windows Vista 64-bit Gets Blue Screen After Windows Updates
26 Aug 2009 by Evan Wondrasek / 273 Comments
A recent Windows Update (KB973879) has been causing a “blue screen of death” (stop error) in many computers running Windows Vista 64-bit edition. Many of the affected computers are HP Pavillion dv Series laptops (such as dv4 and dv6 models), but we have had reports of other manufactures having the same issues. The problem occurs shortly after starting the computer. The specific err...
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Encrypt Your Data with BitLocker
27 Jul 2009 by Jacob Keppeler
Data security is more important than ever in modern times, so to help keep your files safe, Windows Vista (Enterprise and Ultimate editions), Windows 7, and Windows Server 2008 include an encryption program called BitLocker. BitLocker is essentially a software encryption program that encrypts a drive in such a way that if credentials are not verified, it renders the drive completely useless to thi...
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Cleanup Your Computer With CCleaner
10 Apr 2009 by Dustin Patterson / 5 Comments
As a computer begins to age, many problems can arise such as slow startup, slow program execution and increased memory usage. Many of these problems are caused by improper shutdowns, viruses, excess temporary files, and residual uninstall files. CCleaner is a free program, available at http://www.ccleaner.com, which will give your computer the thorough cleaning that it deserves. CCleaner is able...
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Windows Won’t Boot? Try The Recovery Console
04 Apr 2009 by Evan Wondrasek
It is all too easy for the Windows operating system to become damaged and render your computer unusable, stranding you from your critical applications and documents. Events such as power outages, electrical surges, or even an improper shutdown can damage or corrupt important system files which may cause the operating system to fail when loading. This guide will show you how to use the Recovery C...
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