A Few More Common Computer Myths (Part 2) There are several common computer myths that seem to be prevalent among today’s PC users. Some have their roots in the computer technology of yesterday, and may have had some merit in the past, but let’s examine these in light of modern computer technology. Issue #5: Paid “Cleaner” Software Improves Performance We’ve all seen the ads that look something like, “Download This Program and
Some Common Computer Myths (Part 1) There are several common computer myths that seem to be prevalent among today’s PC users. Some have their roots in the computer technology of yesterday, and may have had some merit in the past, but let’s examine these in light of modern computer technology. Issue #1: Turning Your Computer On and Off Some believe they should never turn their computer off, while some believe
Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF) – M.2 As detailed on Wikipedia, M.2, formerly known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is a specification for internally mounted computer expansion cards and associated connectors. It replaces the mSATA standard, which uses the PCI Express Mini Card physical layout. M.2’s more flexible physical specification that allows different module widths and lengths, together with more advanced features, makes the M.2 more suitable for
Search Your Files for Specific Content With Windows With more and more data being stored on computers these days, it can be hard to keep track of all that data. The built-in Windows search function is handy, but it doesn’t always find the data you are searching for. The tips below can ensure Windows always performs a complete search appropriate to how you use your PC. Enhancing Windows Search By
Lets Restore Some Of That New PC Speed! (Part 1) No doubt you have probably noticed that your PC is not as fast as it was when it was new. Why is that? What works to restore speed and what doesn’t? Possibility #1: Malware or Virus Infection If your system is infected with Malware, or a Virus, this can certainly slow down your system. Some infections can bring your system to