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I used to be so into computers years ago. When I was diagnosed to be ill, I got left behind by technology and hence, quite rendered incapable to comprehend the latest updates and protocols.
Being so blinded, I became rather laid back to what I used to be and instead used the pc like most newbies today do with themselves: work on it till it goes awry. But no more. Not with the advent of aggressive malware that has been assailing my precious toy!
I wish to learn more of what I ignored all [...]

CMOS checksum error

SHENGTON

The most common cause of checksum errors in CMOS is a battery that is losing power. You can buy CR2032 battery. You can buy any brand as long it's a CR2032.
But before buying a battery try to goto the BIOS first then press the "Load Default Settings" many times then save it. If the problem persist then that's the time you'll need to change the battery. If still problem persist then you can update the BIOS. Just search the model of your motherboard then find the BI [...]

What is Alpha and Beta?

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The second letter in the greek alphabet, commonly used to refer to a pre-release version of a software program. When programs are first created by software developers, they go through several stages before they are released as commercial products. The first version of a program is called an "alpha". While there are no hard and fast rules, alpha versions typically contain the basic structure and menu options that exist in a final program, but not everything works and many functions stil [...]

Difference between Virus, Worm and Trojan Horse

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Virus --> Like a biological virus, a computer virus is something you don't want to get. Computer viruses are small programs or scripts that can negatively affect the health of your computer. These malicious little programs can create files, move files, erase files, consume your computer's memory, and cause your computer not to function correctly. Some viruses can duplicate themselves, attach themselves to programs, and travel across networks. In fact opening an infected e-mail attachm [...]

Does PSU supply power?

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The term power supply is a bit of a misnomer.

A PC's power supply does not actually supply any power. Just as with any electrical appliance, the power for a PC is supplied by the wall socket, which is connected to your local electrical grid., which is supplied electricity by a power company. What the power supply in a PC actually does is act as a step-down transformer. That means that it converts high-voltage alternating current into low-voltage direct current. Generally, a PC use [...]

What is Overclocking and Why you want to overclock?

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Overclocking is a method used to push the performance of a computer's components-the CPU, the chipset, the RAM memory, and the graphics controller-beyond their rated limits in an attempt to make the system run better and faster than the designers' specifications. The most common techniques for overclocking include increasing the processor speed and increasing the system bus speed.
Why would you want to overclock your computer? The most practical reason is to improve the performanc [...]

How to identify if what's your motherboard socket?

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You can identify the socket type used by your current motherboard by checking the documentation, by looking up the motherboard model number on the Internet, or by running a diagnostic utility such as Everest (http://www.lavalys.com) or SiSoft Sandra (http://www.sisoftware.net). You can also identify the socket type unambiguously by examining the socket itself, although that will require removing the processor cooler and perhaps the processor itself.

NTLDR is missing

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These are the possible cause:
1. Computer is booting from a non-bootable source.
2. Computer hard disk drive is not properly setup in BIOS.
3. Corrupt NTLDR and/or NTDETECT.COM file.
4. Misconfiguration with the boot.ini file.
5. Attempting to upgrade from a Windows 95, 98, or ME computer that is using FAT32.
6. New hard disk drive being added.
7. Corrupt boot sector / master [...]

There are four ways to perform a BIOS upgrade

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1. Replacing the ROM chip with a new chip containing the update software (the most complicated one for the regular user, so we won’t cover this option).2. Upgrading the BIOS using a program embedded on your motherboard (easiest and thus preferred way). Not all motherboards provide this option.--> Page 1 and 2
3. Upgrading the BIOS using a Windows-based programmer.--> AWARD and AMI
4. Upgrading the BIOS using a DOS-based programmer.--> Guide Here
If you use the wrong BI [...]

What Are The Windows Vista Editions?

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Answer:
There are altogether 6 editions in Windows Vista. Except for Windows Vista Starter, the other 5 editions will be available in both 32-bit and 64-bit versions. First, let's look at the 2 editions that most of us won't be bothered with:
Windows Vista Starter Edition:
Like Windows XP Starter, this edition is only available in emerging markets such as India, Colombia, Thailand, and Indonesia - as a cheaper alternative to combat the rampant software piracy in [...]

Noob.Killer by Leerz

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Noob.Killer is removal tool that will remove worms stated below:

1. Knight
2. TLA or TAGA LIPA ARE!
3. HGB
4. SilentSofttech
5. Imgkulot
6. Funny UST Scandal
7. Destrukto
8. Krag
9. Bagiuo Strawberry
10. Mabuhay
11. Y!Worm SOHANAD
12. Jaymyka
13. Winzip32
14. kulitot
15. azkaban
16. Sub7@Chatx.net
17. pooh
18. peanut
19. bungoton
20. jamesgo
21. Black Pegasu [...]

Overclocking your Computer

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Overclocking is a method used to push the performance of a computer's components-the CPU, the chipset, the RAM memory, and the graphics controller-beyond their rated limits in an attempt to make the system run better and faster than the designers' specifications. The most common techniques for overclocking include increasing the processor speed and increasing the system bus speed.

Why would you want to overclock your computer? The most practical reason is to improve the perf [...]

There are still files that can't be defrag?

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I got this from my email and it's from WorldStart. Have you notice something that when you defrag your hard disk. There are still some files left that didn't go through the process. It says they're still fragmented. So here's the answer from WorldStart.

It's the defragment versus the fragment and I know just what to tell you! Now, I know all of you are good listeners and you've taken our advice to perform a defrag on your com [...]

What's the difference between USB 1 and USB 2?

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I got this from my email from WorldStart..

As you all may know, USB ports are on your computer so you are able to connect external devices to work with your system. Most computers today come with one or more USB ports and they're so fast and easy to use. It's easy just to plug something into a port and go. Most newer computers come with USB 2.0 ports, but some of the older ones still have 1.0 or 1.1 (which are very similar to each other).

Device Manager: Error Symbols

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Many times after you install a new device, the Device Manager tells you there's a problem. Sometimes, it may not show the new device at all. In that case, your first step should be to verify that you inserted the device properly and that the device has power, if it needs it. Next, run the Add/Remove hardware wizard and see if Windows recognizes the device. If the Device Manager still doesn't recognize the device, you have one of two problems:

1. The device is physically damag [...]

How to hide program's name in Add/Remove Programs?

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I think this is useful for users who wants to hide or not to display the name of a program in Add/Remove Programs. One advantage is to avoid users to uninstall programs. This is for malilikot na mga kamay. I always advice my friends and aquiantances that if they want to avoid users from uninstalling programs then remove the program from the list in the Start Menu as well as in Add/Remove Programs. In this way, we are preventing them to uninstall programs.

Here’s how to hide a [...]

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