Computer

Basic guidance on using computers, printers, software and storage devices. Articles cover setup, file formats, making calls, and choosing hardware components.

How Can I Expand My PC?

Boost your PC's performance by upgrading your monitor, RAM, storage, and graphics card to match newer machines.

How Do I Protect My PC from Bugs and Viruses?

Keep your PC safe by staying cautious with emails, avoiding unknown attachments, and keeping your software up to date.

How Do I Stream Music from My PC to Other Rooms

Stream your PC music throughout your home using wireless networks and affordable audio hardware devices.

How to Add Software to Your Computer

Step-by-step guide to installing software on your computer, from choosing the right application to checking system requirements.

How to Increase the Storage Capacity on a Computer

Add more storage to your PC by upgrading your hard drive with this step-by-step guide for desktops and laptops.

How to Make Phone Calls from a PC

Make free or low-cost phone calls from your PC using your internet connection with simple tools like Skype.

How to Set Up a Computer

Step through setting up your new computer from unpacking to arranging everything in a way that actually works.

How to Use Word Documents

Word documents are powerful tools beyond basic typing, but you need to know about security risks, file types, and how to identify them safely.

Is an Ipad Right for Me?

Figure out if an iPad suits your needs by comparing its portability, battery life and touch screen against a laptop or e-reader.

Should You Buy an Apple Mac or a PC?

Windows PCs and Apple Macs have different strengths, here's how to pick the right one for what you actually do.

Using an LCD Projector for Presentations

An LCD projector makes presentations more professional and impactful than laptops or printed materials by displaying your information on a large screen.

What Are PDF's and How to Use Them

PDFs solve the problem of incompatible file formats by letting you send documents that anyone can open with free software.

What Is a USB Pen Drive and Do I Need One?

USB pen drives are portable storage devices that let you save and move files between computers without needing the cloud.

What Is Blue-Ray and HD-DVD?

Blue-Ray and HD-DVD are competing disc formats set to replace standard DVDs, but you'll need to pick one and hope it wins out.

What Is Downloading and How Do I Do it?

Downloading is how you get files from the internet to your computer, whether it's software, images or documents, but you need to watch out for viruses.

What Is RAM and What Does It do?

RAM is your computer's working memory that handles every task it runs, and more of it means faster performance.

What Is Vista and Can I Upgrade My PC?

Windows Vista handles all your computer's background operations while showing you a user-friendly interface, but check if your PC can handle the upgrade first.

What Is Wireless Internet and How Do I Use it?

Wireless internet lets you connect to the web anywhere in your home without cables, but you'll need a base station and proper security setup.

What to Look for When Buying a Handheld PC

Check processor speed, battery life, screen size, and input method before buying a handheld PC for travel.

What to Look for When Buying a Printer

Choose between inkjet and laser printers based on how much you'll actually print and what you need the machine to do.