I know this is a LOOONG shot, but my daughter managed to reach our laptop from its spot on the desk and she dropped it. Everything works fine as far as it starting up, but the screen doesn't work now. It is black or, at times, white. I was wondering if there is any way to connect a computer screen to a laptop, or whether anyone had any general advice or ideas as to how to fix it? Thank you.Advice on broken computer--daughter dropped it?
well, first see if the laptop is under warranty beacuse if it is they will probably replace it. Next take a lam,p and hold it up to the screen and look closely, if you see anything then it is just the backlight or a loose clip. Also, if it does boot up try placing a vga cord to it then using the function keys to swich to the mkonitor. if that dosent work then the laptop is pronbably shot. also, your hard drive might be broken,they are relativly fragileAdvice on broken computer--daughter dropped it?
It sounds like the connection to the screen may have came loose (its just a little cord, its happens a lot too). Its a simple fix warrantyour computer is still under any kind of warranty opening the case would void it.
In the case of conneccting the Laptop to a new monotor, there is a cable you can use, if you go to like best buy just tell them what you are trying to do.
Yes you can connect to a external screen/monitor but you would need the lap top screen to do it. Take it to a computer repair store like Frys Electronics (http://www.frys.com) or the one I use (Quality High Tec Services (http://www.QHT.com).
Hope this helps
it is possible if your laptop has another vga port on the side or and the back. What to do is buy a monitor and hook it to your laptop via VGA cable(normally blue) and boot your thing and press FN+F2 i think? or check your keyboard and look for a little square icon in the F rows
More than likely the LCD screen needs to be replaced.You CAN hook up an external monitor to your laptop.Plug the monitor into the vga connector plug and reboot.
You can connect an external monitor to the video port on the back of the computer and use it that way
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Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Advice,computer smart-guys?
I posted a question yesterday and a smart-@ss replied that I ';shouldn't be surfing the internet if I didn't know how to maintain my computer';...well...duh,sorry I don't know what to do...I'd like to know!! What exactly is it that I should be doing to properly take care of my computer? These are the only things I use it for: Email,yahoo messenger,read on-line newspapers,Myspace,post frequently on a pregnancy message board,and look up random things for informational purposes. What should I be doing exactly and when for maintenance?
Thank you!Advice,computer smart-guys?
Never mind, we all learned the hard way, we surfed and get infection, cleaned up the PC and start again more carefully.
Yet it's important to install a good antivirus program to keep you away from viral trouble.
Important, If you have sensitive and private files on your PC, then you should backup them into CDs so that you are safe even if a virus formatted your PC.
Regards,
:)Advice,computer smart-guys?
Nothing much.
All you should do is:
- do a virus scan and spyware scan every week or two to prevent anything bad from happening. If you know you haven't been on any virus-lurking websites, maybe you can do one every 3 weeks.
- Update windows every two months. This will help you keep your Windows new and makes it stronger against any nasties on the web.
- Update your anti-virus program and anti-spyware program often. This will help it track down more viruses in your computer.
- Defragment your computer every month or so to speed it up slightly.
- Clean out any useless files (Temporary internet files, history etc.) to speed up your computer and prevent any errors.
Well, I think that's about it to healthy computer maintenance.
Use few tips From Below...
Free Up Disk Space
By freeing disk space, you can improve the performance of your computer. The Disk Cleanup tool helps you free up space on your hard disk. The utility identifies files that you can safely delete, and then enables you to choose whether you want to delete some or all of the identified files.
Use Disk Cleanup to
Remove temporary Internet files.
Remove downloaded program files (such as Microsoft ActiveX controls and Java applets).
Empty the Recycle Bin.
Remove Windows temporary files.
Remove optional Windows components that you don't use.
Remove installed programs that you no longer use.
Tip: Typically, temporary Internet files take the most amount of space because the browser caches each page you visit for faster access later.
To use Disk Cleanup
1.Click Start, point to All Programs, point to Accessories, point to System Tools, and then click Disk Cleanup. If several drives are available, you might be prompted to specify which drive you want to clean.
Disk Cleanup dialog box
Disk Cleanup calculates the amount of space you will be able to free.
2.In the Disk Cleanup for dialog box, scroll through the content of the Files to delete list.
Disk Cleanup for dialog box
Choose the files that you want to delete.
3.Clear the check boxes for files that you don't want to delete, and then click OK.
4.When prompted to confirm that you want to delete the specified files, click Yes.
After a few minutes, the process completes and the Disk Cleanup dialog box closes, leaving your computer cleaner and performing better.
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Speed Up Access to Data
Disk fragmentation slows the overall performance of your system. When files are fragmented, the computer must search the hard disk when the file is opened to piece it back together. The response time can be significantly longer.
Disk Defragmenter is a Windows utility that consolidates fragmented files and folders on your computer's hard disk so that each occupies a single space on the disk. With your files stored neatly end-to-end, without fragmentation, reading and writing to the disk speeds up.
When to Run Disk Defragmenter
In addition to running Disk Defragmenter at regular intervals, optimally monthly, certain events warrant running the utility outside of the monthly rule of thumb.
You should run Disk Defragmenter under the following circumstances:
You add a large number of files.
Your free disk space nears 15 percent.
You install new programs or a new version of Windows.
To use Disk Defragmenter:
1.Click Start, point to All Programs, point to Accessories, point to System Tools, and then click Disk Defragmenter.
Disk Defragmenter dialog box
Click Analyze to start the Disk Defragmenter.
2.In the Disk Defragmenter dialog box, click the drives that you want to defragment, and then click the Analyze button.
After the disk is analyzed, a dialog box appears, letting you know whether you should defragment the analyzed drives.
Tip: You should analyze a volume before defragmenting it to get an estimate of how long the defragmentation process will take.
3.To defragment the selected drive or drives, click the Defragment button.
After the defragmentation is complete, Disk Defragmenter displays the results.
4.To display detailed information about the defragmented disk or partition, click View Report.
5.To close the View Report dialog box, click Close.
6.To close the Disk Defragmenter utility, click the Close button on the title bar of the window.
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Detect and Repair Disk Errors
In addition to running Disk Cleanup and Disk Defragmenter to optimize the performance of your computer, you can check the integrity of the files stored on your hard disk by running the Error Checking utility.
As you use your hard drive, it can develop bad sectors. Bad sectors slow down hard disk performance and sometimes make data writing (such as file saving) difficult, or even impossible. The Error Checking utility scans the hard drive for bad sectors, and scans for file system errors to see whether certain files or folders are misplaced.
If you use your computer daily, you should try to run this utility weekly to help prevent data loss.
To run the Error Checking utility:
Important: Be sure to close all files before running the Error-Checking utility.
1.Click Start, and then click My Computer.
2.In the My Computer window, right-click the hard disk you want to search for bad sectors, and then click Properties.
3.In the Properties dialog box, click the Tools tab.
4.Click the Check Now button.
5.In the Check Disk dialog box, select the Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors check box, and then click Start.
Check Disk dialog box
In most circumstances, select Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors.
6.If bad sectors are found, choose to fix them.
Tip: Only select the Automatically fix file system errors check box if you think that your disk contains bad sectors.
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Protect Your Computer Against Spyware
Spyware collects personal information without letting you know and without asking for permission. The information that spyware collects ranges from a list of Web sites that you visit to usernames and passwords. In addition to privacy concerns, spyware can hamper your computer's performance
The important thing when surfing the internet is to use common sense. If it seems to good to be true, it is.
People will try to trick you if they can.
Etc on my space, if people you don't know send you any links, delete and block then.
Don't click links you don't know what is, don't install any of those fancy tools bars, animated cursors or funny msn smiley's
Make sure you have a antivirus program, that updates it self, so you always have the latest signatures.
Run a weakly virus scan, and adware scan ( http://www.safer-networking.org )
If your using Windows XP, make sure the firewall is enabled
Start -%26gt; settings -%26gt; Network connection -%26gt; Right click your connection and choose, properties -%26gt; advanced -%26gt; Settings.
The XP firewall is more then enough, and doesn't use any extra resources.
When you install freeware programs, always make sure you don't install any of the sponsors software, as it's always adware.
Common sense will get you a long way, help you stay safe.
You should have a good firewall, make sure you update your antivirus definitions regularly and run scans, install some anti-spyware products and run them regularly and use both a pop-up blocker and spyware blocker.
Below are some free products for your perusal.
ZoneAlarm Free Firewall
http://www.zonealarm.com/store/content/c…
Kerio Free Firewall
http://www.sunbelt-software.com/Home-Hom…
(Note: Use only one firewall)
====================
This is free and requires you to check for and enable updates manually once a week or so. It uses no system resources. It blocks spyware before it installs.
SpywareBlaster (inoculates, not a spyware removal tool)
http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareb…
====================
SuperAntispyware
http://superantispyware.com/
Spybot S%26amp;D (free version requires manual updating)
http://www.safer-networking.org/en/downl…
AVG AntiSpyware
http://free.grisoft.com/doc/20/lng/us/tp…
Adaware from Lavasoft (free version requires automatic updating)
http://www.lavasoftusa.com/products/ad_a…
(These programs can be run in Safe Mode after installation and updating)
Note: Adaware2007 for Vista is not due to be released until August 2007)
=====================
ATF Cleaner (An easy program to use to clear all old history, cookies, Java cache, etc.)
http://www.atribune.org/content/view/19/…
=====================
AVG 7.5 AntiVirus (Vista Compatible)
http://free.grisoft.com/doc/1
Avast Home Antivirus (Vista Compatible)
http://www.avast.com/eng/avast_4_home.ht…
AntiVir PE (Vista Compatible)
http://www.free-av.com/
( Note: Only use one anti-virus product. Running more than one can cause conflicts thus rendering each ineffective.
http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT/nav… )
Thank you!Advice,computer smart-guys?
Never mind, we all learned the hard way, we surfed and get infection, cleaned up the PC and start again more carefully.
Yet it's important to install a good antivirus program to keep you away from viral trouble.
Important, If you have sensitive and private files on your PC, then you should backup them into CDs so that you are safe even if a virus formatted your PC.
Regards,
:)Advice,computer smart-guys?
Nothing much.
All you should do is:
- do a virus scan and spyware scan every week or two to prevent anything bad from happening. If you know you haven't been on any virus-lurking websites, maybe you can do one every 3 weeks.
- Update windows every two months. This will help you keep your Windows new and makes it stronger against any nasties on the web.
- Update your anti-virus program and anti-spyware program often. This will help it track down more viruses in your computer.
- Defragment your computer every month or so to speed it up slightly.
- Clean out any useless files (Temporary internet files, history etc.) to speed up your computer and prevent any errors.
Well, I think that's about it to healthy computer maintenance.
Use few tips From Below...
Free Up Disk Space
By freeing disk space, you can improve the performance of your computer. The Disk Cleanup tool helps you free up space on your hard disk. The utility identifies files that you can safely delete, and then enables you to choose whether you want to delete some or all of the identified files.
Use Disk Cleanup to
Remove temporary Internet files.
Remove downloaded program files (such as Microsoft ActiveX controls and Java applets).
Empty the Recycle Bin.
Remove Windows temporary files.
Remove optional Windows components that you don't use.
Remove installed programs that you no longer use.
Tip: Typically, temporary Internet files take the most amount of space because the browser caches each page you visit for faster access later.
To use Disk Cleanup
1.Click Start, point to All Programs, point to Accessories, point to System Tools, and then click Disk Cleanup. If several drives are available, you might be prompted to specify which drive you want to clean.
Disk Cleanup dialog box
Disk Cleanup calculates the amount of space you will be able to free.
2.In the Disk Cleanup for dialog box, scroll through the content of the Files to delete list.
Disk Cleanup for dialog box
Choose the files that you want to delete.
3.Clear the check boxes for files that you don't want to delete, and then click OK.
4.When prompted to confirm that you want to delete the specified files, click Yes.
After a few minutes, the process completes and the Disk Cleanup dialog box closes, leaving your computer cleaner and performing better.
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Speed Up Access to Data
Disk fragmentation slows the overall performance of your system. When files are fragmented, the computer must search the hard disk when the file is opened to piece it back together. The response time can be significantly longer.
Disk Defragmenter is a Windows utility that consolidates fragmented files and folders on your computer's hard disk so that each occupies a single space on the disk. With your files stored neatly end-to-end, without fragmentation, reading and writing to the disk speeds up.
When to Run Disk Defragmenter
In addition to running Disk Defragmenter at regular intervals, optimally monthly, certain events warrant running the utility outside of the monthly rule of thumb.
You should run Disk Defragmenter under the following circumstances:
You add a large number of files.
Your free disk space nears 15 percent.
You install new programs or a new version of Windows.
To use Disk Defragmenter:
1.Click Start, point to All Programs, point to Accessories, point to System Tools, and then click Disk Defragmenter.
Disk Defragmenter dialog box
Click Analyze to start the Disk Defragmenter.
2.In the Disk Defragmenter dialog box, click the drives that you want to defragment, and then click the Analyze button.
After the disk is analyzed, a dialog box appears, letting you know whether you should defragment the analyzed drives.
Tip: You should analyze a volume before defragmenting it to get an estimate of how long the defragmentation process will take.
3.To defragment the selected drive or drives, click the Defragment button.
After the defragmentation is complete, Disk Defragmenter displays the results.
4.To display detailed information about the defragmented disk or partition, click View Report.
5.To close the View Report dialog box, click Close.
6.To close the Disk Defragmenter utility, click the Close button on the title bar of the window.
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Detect and Repair Disk Errors
In addition to running Disk Cleanup and Disk Defragmenter to optimize the performance of your computer, you can check the integrity of the files stored on your hard disk by running the Error Checking utility.
As you use your hard drive, it can develop bad sectors. Bad sectors slow down hard disk performance and sometimes make data writing (such as file saving) difficult, or even impossible. The Error Checking utility scans the hard drive for bad sectors, and scans for file system errors to see whether certain files or folders are misplaced.
If you use your computer daily, you should try to run this utility weekly to help prevent data loss.
To run the Error Checking utility:
Important: Be sure to close all files before running the Error-Checking utility.
1.Click Start, and then click My Computer.
2.In the My Computer window, right-click the hard disk you want to search for bad sectors, and then click Properties.
3.In the Properties dialog box, click the Tools tab.
4.Click the Check Now button.
5.In the Check Disk dialog box, select the Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors check box, and then click Start.
Check Disk dialog box
In most circumstances, select Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors.
6.If bad sectors are found, choose to fix them.
Tip: Only select the Automatically fix file system errors check box if you think that your disk contains bad sectors.
Top of pageTop of page
Protect Your Computer Against Spyware
Spyware collects personal information without letting you know and without asking for permission. The information that spyware collects ranges from a list of Web sites that you visit to usernames and passwords. In addition to privacy concerns, spyware can hamper your computer's performance
The important thing when surfing the internet is to use common sense. If it seems to good to be true, it is.
People will try to trick you if they can.
Etc on my space, if people you don't know send you any links, delete and block then.
Don't click links you don't know what is, don't install any of those fancy tools bars, animated cursors or funny msn smiley's
Make sure you have a antivirus program, that updates it self, so you always have the latest signatures.
Run a weakly virus scan, and adware scan ( http://www.safer-networking.org )
If your using Windows XP, make sure the firewall is enabled
Start -%26gt; settings -%26gt; Network connection -%26gt; Right click your connection and choose, properties -%26gt; advanced -%26gt; Settings.
The XP firewall is more then enough, and doesn't use any extra resources.
When you install freeware programs, always make sure you don't install any of the sponsors software, as it's always adware.
Common sense will get you a long way, help you stay safe.
You should have a good firewall, make sure you update your antivirus definitions regularly and run scans, install some anti-spyware products and run them regularly and use both a pop-up blocker and spyware blocker.
Below are some free products for your perusal.
ZoneAlarm Free Firewall
http://www.zonealarm.com/store/content/c…
Kerio Free Firewall
http://www.sunbelt-software.com/Home-Hom…
(Note: Use only one firewall)
====================
This is free and requires you to check for and enable updates manually once a week or so. It uses no system resources. It blocks spyware before it installs.
SpywareBlaster (inoculates, not a spyware removal tool)
http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareb…
====================
SuperAntispyware
http://superantispyware.com/
Spybot S%26amp;D (free version requires manual updating)
http://www.safer-networking.org/en/downl…
AVG AntiSpyware
http://free.grisoft.com/doc/20/lng/us/tp…
Adaware from Lavasoft (free version requires automatic updating)
http://www.lavasoftusa.com/products/ad_a…
(These programs can be run in Safe Mode after installation and updating)
Note: Adaware2007 for Vista is not due to be released until August 2007)
=====================
ATF Cleaner (An easy program to use to clear all old history, cookies, Java cache, etc.)
http://www.atribune.org/content/view/19/…
=====================
AVG 7.5 AntiVirus (Vista Compatible)
http://free.grisoft.com/doc/1
Avast Home Antivirus (Vista Compatible)
http://www.avast.com/eng/avast_4_home.ht…
AntiVir PE (Vista Compatible)
http://www.free-av.com/
( Note: Only use one anti-virus product. Running more than one can cause conflicts thus rendering each ineffective.
http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT/nav… )
I would like advice for a computer I am going to get please explanation below?
I am getting a new computer but I only have the MAIN part (the hardware part) any advice on what to getI would like advice for a computer I am going to get please explanation below?
Im not sure really what your saying. So your saying you have a Dell computer that your making upgrades to, or that you just have the computer without a monitor, keyboard, or mouse? Go into a little more detail because I am sure that is why no one commented on this yet.
Im not sure really what your saying. So your saying you have a Dell computer that your making upgrades to, or that you just have the computer without a monitor, keyboard, or mouse? Go into a little more detail because I am sure that is why no one commented on this yet.
Moving to los angeles,need advice on how to get my computer there?
okay i dont know if this is the right section for this question or not,but im moving to los angeles this summer and i love my desktop computer and i wanted to know the easiest way of getting it from here to there? im going to be flying there,but i wanted to know if the best thing would be for me to ship it with UPS or what? thanks guysMoving to los angeles,need advice on how to get my computer there?
I think the BEST thing to do is use a servise like UPS...take the computer th them and let THEM pack it...then they can gurantee that it will arrive in good condition.Moving to los angeles,need advice on how to get my computer there?
Best thing I can say is UPS. Make sure you have it packed right so nothing will break. Take it to the nearest office and make sure that you tell them that it is a computer and very fragile. Get insurance on it, so if it does break the post office is resonable for the package. Good Luck
I agree with Charlie.....give him the points.
I would first check with your local UPS office to make sure that they will pack it for you.....If not, try Fedex / Kinko's as I know that they provide the service of packing your items and guaranteeing their safe delivery!
good luck
I think the BEST thing to do is use a servise like UPS...take the computer th them and let THEM pack it...then they can gurantee that it will arrive in good condition.Moving to los angeles,need advice on how to get my computer there?
Best thing I can say is UPS. Make sure you have it packed right so nothing will break. Take it to the nearest office and make sure that you tell them that it is a computer and very fragile. Get insurance on it, so if it does break the post office is resonable for the package. Good Luck
I agree with Charlie.....give him the points.
I would first check with your local UPS office to make sure that they will pack it for you.....If not, try Fedex / Kinko's as I know that they provide the service of packing your items and guaranteeing their safe delivery!
good luck
Someone please help, I need computer virus advice???
My computer sometimes goes fast, then other times it'll go very slow, sometimes the websites won't even open, i'm pretty sure I have a virus, can you recommend me any good anti-virus programs to get rid of them, if there are any free programs i would appreciate it more thanks :)Someone please help, I need computer virus advice???
NOD 32 makes a trial version good for 30 days. I used the trial for 30 days and have the licensed version now.
You need more than just a good anti virus though.
Keeping a windows system clean and healthy is now a three pronged approach:
1) Anti virus - ONE only. Never attempt to run more than one anti virus program on your system.
2) Anti Malware/Spyware program - I use windows Defender, it's free from Microsoft.
3) Software firewall - I use the NOD 32 version that incorporates a software firewall. If you have Vista, the windows firewall is fairly adequate. If you have XP, I suggest a different product than windows firewall.Someone please help, I need computer virus advice???
Why is my computer slow? I bet you have asked yourself that very question time and time again. And for the most part, you probably just can not figure it out. Ask the guy next to you, and they probably don’t have the foggiest idea either. I mean, you may get the “spyware,virus” answer, but this most likely is not the case.
The first place I check when my computer starts to run slower is the registry. Yes, the registry. Most people don’t even know what, or where the registry is, and especially don’t understand how this can slow a computer down. Let me explain.
Basically, the registry files contain information and settings for all of the software, hardware, operating system software, and anything else running on your computer. Mess any of these files up, and the computer does not know how to function. The computer goes to start up the software, looks for the registry files, and either can not find it or finds something that does not look like it is suppose to look like. It then just sits there: it does not know what to do next. This is where the “hanging” or “locking up” of your computer comes from. These files will need to be fixed.
To fix the registry files, find a good quality registry repair software called registry cleaner and run it on your computer.Top 5 registry cleaners can be found in here:
http://www.make-pc-fast.com .It will tell you how many files are corrupted and need to be fixed. Just tell the software to fix it and it restores all of the registry files to their correct configuration. It is really that simple. It may take only about 5 minutes to perform this check. And then as a maintenance item for your computer, I would recommend performing this registry fix at least once a week. This will always ensure your registry files are good, and keep your computer running with no slow,freezing and errors. So if you find yourself asking why is my computer slow, I would check the registry files first.
Now you can check out
http://www.make-pc-fast.com/ ,there are reviews of top rated registry cleaners and a clear guide to tell you how to speed up your computer.And from there you also can get a free scan to fix any problems such as computers slow,computer freezing, computer errors and getting the blue death screen.
Hope that can help you.
might not be an actual virus, yor pc might just need a 'spring cleaning'.
http://www.ccleaner.com/
http://www.auslogics.com/disk-defrag
try these to programs, both are free.
but try what the other guys have recommended aswell.
Ccleaner cleans out all the junk on yor pc and your registry (not something a novice should mess with)
The other is a defragger for your harddrive, alot better that the built in one for you pc, alot faster aswell and free.
Also, if you do try any of these recommendations of people, please boot up in safe mode (F8 when u start yor pc), because if it is a virus then this will make it easier to clean yor pc of it
Check out http://www.pcoptimizerprodownload.info
With pc optimizer pro you can safely clean, repair and optimize your computer.
It will help improve your system performance.
Good luck!
In the link bellow is an article how to choose the right security tool.
If you want a free one you can try Spybot Search and Destroy, Ad Aware (Lavasoft) or any other that will be better for your PC
http://free.grisoft.com/doc/downloads-pr…
or go here
http://www.pccurb.com/guide-on-anti-viru…
i suggest u to install Zonelabs Security Suite..
get it from http://www.zonelabs.com
Try this anti virus program : Avira antivir
Spyware removal : Spywareterminator
Browser : Avant
Just google them!!
They are free %26amp; they work!!
You shouldn't have anymore problems!!
Good Luck!!!
I don't think you computer have virus, Check your RAM and Internet Speed, if you are using dialup internet then it is normal to be slow and if you are using ADSL broadband connection then check your RAM minimum 512, if it is less then 512 then upgrade the RAM and Delete all the Old History and Temp Files stored on your computer and for Anti Virus there are many Norton is best
i would recommend you
getting AntiVir PE Classic/AntiVir Home Edition Classic
or Norton Anti virus...but the 1st one is most successful
i would really recommend that one...
Check what is running on your computer
http://www.fileresearchcenter.com/whatsr…
If there is any suspicious files
NOD 32 makes a trial version good for 30 days. I used the trial for 30 days and have the licensed version now.
You need more than just a good anti virus though.
Keeping a windows system clean and healthy is now a three pronged approach:
1) Anti virus - ONE only. Never attempt to run more than one anti virus program on your system.
2) Anti Malware/Spyware program - I use windows Defender, it's free from Microsoft.
3) Software firewall - I use the NOD 32 version that incorporates a software firewall. If you have Vista, the windows firewall is fairly adequate. If you have XP, I suggest a different product than windows firewall.Someone please help, I need computer virus advice???
Why is my computer slow? I bet you have asked yourself that very question time and time again. And for the most part, you probably just can not figure it out. Ask the guy next to you, and they probably don’t have the foggiest idea either. I mean, you may get the “spyware,virus” answer, but this most likely is not the case.
The first place I check when my computer starts to run slower is the registry. Yes, the registry. Most people don’t even know what, or where the registry is, and especially don’t understand how this can slow a computer down. Let me explain.
Basically, the registry files contain information and settings for all of the software, hardware, operating system software, and anything else running on your computer. Mess any of these files up, and the computer does not know how to function. The computer goes to start up the software, looks for the registry files, and either can not find it or finds something that does not look like it is suppose to look like. It then just sits there: it does not know what to do next. This is where the “hanging” or “locking up” of your computer comes from. These files will need to be fixed.
To fix the registry files, find a good quality registry repair software called registry cleaner and run it on your computer.Top 5 registry cleaners can be found in here:
http://www.make-pc-fast.com .It will tell you how many files are corrupted and need to be fixed. Just tell the software to fix it and it restores all of the registry files to their correct configuration. It is really that simple. It may take only about 5 minutes to perform this check. And then as a maintenance item for your computer, I would recommend performing this registry fix at least once a week. This will always ensure your registry files are good, and keep your computer running with no slow,freezing and errors. So if you find yourself asking why is my computer slow, I would check the registry files first.
Now you can check out
http://www.make-pc-fast.com/ ,there are reviews of top rated registry cleaners and a clear guide to tell you how to speed up your computer.And from there you also can get a free scan to fix any problems such as computers slow,computer freezing, computer errors and getting the blue death screen.
Hope that can help you.
might not be an actual virus, yor pc might just need a 'spring cleaning'.
http://www.ccleaner.com/
http://www.auslogics.com/disk-defrag
try these to programs, both are free.
but try what the other guys have recommended aswell.
Ccleaner cleans out all the junk on yor pc and your registry (not something a novice should mess with)
The other is a defragger for your harddrive, alot better that the built in one for you pc, alot faster aswell and free.
Also, if you do try any of these recommendations of people, please boot up in safe mode (F8 when u start yor pc), because if it is a virus then this will make it easier to clean yor pc of it
Check out http://www.pcoptimizerprodownload.info
With pc optimizer pro you can safely clean, repair and optimize your computer.
It will help improve your system performance.
Good luck!
In the link bellow is an article how to choose the right security tool.
If you want a free one you can try Spybot Search and Destroy, Ad Aware (Lavasoft) or any other that will be better for your PC
http://free.grisoft.com/doc/downloads-pr…
or go here
http://www.pccurb.com/guide-on-anti-viru…
i suggest u to install Zonelabs Security Suite..
get it from http://www.zonelabs.com
Try this anti virus program : Avira antivir
Spyware removal : Spywareterminator
Browser : Avant
Just google them!!
They are free %26amp; they work!!
You shouldn't have anymore problems!!
Good Luck!!!
I don't think you computer have virus, Check your RAM and Internet Speed, if you are using dialup internet then it is normal to be slow and if you are using ADSL broadband connection then check your RAM minimum 512, if it is less then 512 then upgrade the RAM and Delete all the Old History and Temp Files stored on your computer and for Anti Virus there are many Norton is best
i would recommend you
getting AntiVir PE Classic/AntiVir Home Edition Classic
or Norton Anti virus...but the 1st one is most successful
i would really recommend that one...
Check what is running on your computer
http://www.fileresearchcenter.com/whatsr…
If there is any suspicious files
Computer purchasing advice?
I need to purchase a new PC for my home but I don't trust the sales men @ any of the local electronic stores. We use our current computer for web surfing, email, photo storage/printing, some light word documents, and music downloads/storage. My daughter also plays a few games like bejeweled on it. I was thinking about possibly replacing the PC w/ a laptop but it would all depend on the cost. Can anyone educate me on what to look for? thanks!Computer purchasing advice?
Sure, since you don't do any real graphics intensive gaming then we can get you a cheap computer that is good, and if you do game in the future you can always slap a video card in there and then you have a gaming PC.
I build and sell computers, if you were around my area I would sell you my newest build, but this computer from newegg.com is a steal.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as鈥?/a>
That computer will do you wonders, good video card, good ram, good processor, good hard drive and only for $300!Computer purchasing advice?
From your description, your family is a light user of the PC. Mostly using it for Word Processing. Therefore, you should look for the following:
1) CPU (processor). Intel with 2 or more cores
2) 2Gig of RAM (memory) or more
3) 320Gig of Hard Drive space or more
Almost all newer PC will have the above as they have become standards. You do not need high end PC or a high end Graphics Card. These would be needed if you were a heavy gamer or Vidoe editting.
I recommend that you go here: http://www.newegg.com
Look at their PCs and laptops. Those who purchase them right reviews, hence you can get a lot of good advise from ';non saleman';. I sure you will find a good PC at a good price there.
You CAN get a laptop but just keep in mind that laptops are very limited to upgrades and are more problomatic to detect issues. I would adjust a desktop www.newegg.com has some GREAT prebuid cheap ones with great features but if you want bang for your buck make sure to look for
AMD CPU computers I use them in my system,
1. AMD's are the underdogs who when they test them they think ';no it cant beat intel'; and sure engough bang.
2. They are cheap and FAST FAST FAST FAST FAST
3. For ram 2GB or 3GB will help you dont buy 4GB because they will charge for installing a 64-bit OS which is required to run 4GB
4. 200GB HDD are very cheap I got mty 640GB for 50 bucks and 200GB sounds good to me based on your info
5. CD/DVD reader is best if you dont plan on making DVD if so get a CD/DVD burner 20 bucks
6. It would be best to build your PC, but if you dont know how and would like to have everything setup
Gateway, hp, and sony are the bom acer too, NEVER NEVER EVER NEVER EVER buy DELL they come installed with programs you dont need and that slows down your PC
the best deal for your category would be to get a Laptop .... %26amp; if you still want a Home Pc then get a custom pc with the following specification
320 gb /500 gb hdd SATA2 7200rpm
Intel P4 3ghz Processor
Intel Original DG31PR Motherboard
Kingmax or Transcend or Zion ram of 2gb (a single ram of 2gb not 2 rams of 1gb)
Multi speed DVD writer
A printer that suites you for your Profession %26amp; Please get an Original XP/Vista (I dont recommend Vista) we dont want anymore piracy of this great OS.
Thank you :)
try a laptop available with the brand names HP / DELL / AVIO or THOSHIBA those are really nice ... by the way make sure it got at least the specs shown below ...
a 2.0 dual core processor or a 2.66 core 2 duo processor or higher
2 gb ram if your using win xp / 3 gb ram if your using windows vista
dvd writer inbuilt
at least 128 mb vga inbuilt (needs full pixel shader and dx10 support for windows vista to run properly with aero theme)
15 '; / 17 '; laptop lcd display
at least two usb ports or more on the back panel
sound card onboard
160 gb hard disc or a higher capacity hd
It sounds like you're looking for a budget build. You don't need the latest quad core CPU, a fancy graphics card, or a blu-ray drive. You should be looking at computers no more expensive than $500 to suit your needs.
I would recommend looking for a system with an Intel CPU from the E5000 series (E5200, for example). This is a low cost CPU that performs well and will do everything you need it to. You'll probably want to avoid quad core CPUs as they are more expensive and unnecessary for your needs.
System RAM (memory) should be in the 2-4GB range. No less than 2, no more than 4.
Integrated graphics, also known as IGP. You don't need anything special to play bejeweled and the computer will be cheaper if the graphics processor is built into the motherboard rather than a discrete graphics card. Most low cost computers will have integrated graphics anyway.
DVDR. No blu-ray. These are cheap and will let you play/burn CDs and DVDs. Blu-ray is expensive and chances are you aren't trying to watch blu-ray movies on this computer anyway, are you?
OS. Vista home basic is fine. No need for ultimate edition or whatever other expensive upgrade they're offering.
Warranty. They'll want you to purchase the extended warranty which will probably cost over $100. You should be covered by a 1 year manufacturer warranty and the 30 day return policy at the store. It doesn't make sense to pay hundreds of dollars for a warranty on a computer that's already covered for a year and costs less than $500 to begin with.
The cost of a home PC has dropped so much in the past year...it really is amazing....I used to build them for people I knew because I could build cheaper than you can buy. Now though...unless you need a high-end development/graphics machine or a beefed up gaming box, no builder can compete with the major manufacturers anymore.
Here's one example at best buy: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?鈥?/a>
This machine is not ideal, but I would be hard pressed to tell someone on a budget that it wouldn't be good to them for at least 3 to 5 years. Granted, eMachines are not noted for reliability, but the specs on this are fine. And it's $299 (without a monitor).
Things I would be sure to get though, if I wanted a box that would keep up over the next 5 or 6 years:
No laptop...because of the inadequacy of cooling systems on cheap laptops, they tend to have a 2 year life at best. Not worth it when you can spend half that amount for more computer.
2 gig's ram
200 gig hard drive
CD/DVD RW
Intel Core 2 Duo Processor (I would pick intel over AMD).
Windows Vista Home Premium (basic is a little too trimmed down).
That kind of box shouldn't cost more than 500 bucks, and will last you 5 years at least. It'll be compatible, and it'll have plenty of growing room.soft lips skin
Sure, since you don't do any real graphics intensive gaming then we can get you a cheap computer that is good, and if you do game in the future you can always slap a video card in there and then you have a gaming PC.
I build and sell computers, if you were around my area I would sell you my newest build, but this computer from newegg.com is a steal.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as鈥?/a>
That computer will do you wonders, good video card, good ram, good processor, good hard drive and only for $300!Computer purchasing advice?
From your description, your family is a light user of the PC. Mostly using it for Word Processing. Therefore, you should look for the following:
1) CPU (processor). Intel with 2 or more cores
2) 2Gig of RAM (memory) or more
3) 320Gig of Hard Drive space or more
Almost all newer PC will have the above as they have become standards. You do not need high end PC or a high end Graphics Card. These would be needed if you were a heavy gamer or Vidoe editting.
I recommend that you go here: http://www.newegg.com
Look at their PCs and laptops. Those who purchase them right reviews, hence you can get a lot of good advise from ';non saleman';. I sure you will find a good PC at a good price there.
You CAN get a laptop but just keep in mind that laptops are very limited to upgrades and are more problomatic to detect issues. I would adjust a desktop www.newegg.com has some GREAT prebuid cheap ones with great features but if you want bang for your buck make sure to look for
AMD CPU computers I use them in my system,
1. AMD's are the underdogs who when they test them they think ';no it cant beat intel'; and sure engough bang.
2. They are cheap and FAST FAST FAST FAST FAST
3. For ram 2GB or 3GB will help you dont buy 4GB because they will charge for installing a 64-bit OS which is required to run 4GB
4. 200GB HDD are very cheap I got mty 640GB for 50 bucks and 200GB sounds good to me based on your info
5. CD/DVD reader is best if you dont plan on making DVD if so get a CD/DVD burner 20 bucks
6. It would be best to build your PC, but if you dont know how and would like to have everything setup
Gateway, hp, and sony are the bom acer too, NEVER NEVER EVER NEVER EVER buy DELL they come installed with programs you dont need and that slows down your PC
the best deal for your category would be to get a Laptop .... %26amp; if you still want a Home Pc then get a custom pc with the following specification
320 gb /500 gb hdd SATA2 7200rpm
Intel P4 3ghz Processor
Intel Original DG31PR Motherboard
Kingmax or Transcend or Zion ram of 2gb (a single ram of 2gb not 2 rams of 1gb)
Multi speed DVD writer
A printer that suites you for your Profession %26amp; Please get an Original XP/Vista (I dont recommend Vista) we dont want anymore piracy of this great OS.
Thank you :)
try a laptop available with the brand names HP / DELL / AVIO or THOSHIBA those are really nice ... by the way make sure it got at least the specs shown below ...
a 2.0 dual core processor or a 2.66 core 2 duo processor or higher
2 gb ram if your using win xp / 3 gb ram if your using windows vista
dvd writer inbuilt
at least 128 mb vga inbuilt (needs full pixel shader and dx10 support for windows vista to run properly with aero theme)
15 '; / 17 '; laptop lcd display
at least two usb ports or more on the back panel
sound card onboard
160 gb hard disc or a higher capacity hd
It sounds like you're looking for a budget build. You don't need the latest quad core CPU, a fancy graphics card, or a blu-ray drive. You should be looking at computers no more expensive than $500 to suit your needs.
I would recommend looking for a system with an Intel CPU from the E5000 series (E5200, for example). This is a low cost CPU that performs well and will do everything you need it to. You'll probably want to avoid quad core CPUs as they are more expensive and unnecessary for your needs.
System RAM (memory) should be in the 2-4GB range. No less than 2, no more than 4.
Integrated graphics, also known as IGP. You don't need anything special to play bejeweled and the computer will be cheaper if the graphics processor is built into the motherboard rather than a discrete graphics card. Most low cost computers will have integrated graphics anyway.
DVDR. No blu-ray. These are cheap and will let you play/burn CDs and DVDs. Blu-ray is expensive and chances are you aren't trying to watch blu-ray movies on this computer anyway, are you?
OS. Vista home basic is fine. No need for ultimate edition or whatever other expensive upgrade they're offering.
Warranty. They'll want you to purchase the extended warranty which will probably cost over $100. You should be covered by a 1 year manufacturer warranty and the 30 day return policy at the store. It doesn't make sense to pay hundreds of dollars for a warranty on a computer that's already covered for a year and costs less than $500 to begin with.
The cost of a home PC has dropped so much in the past year...it really is amazing....I used to build them for people I knew because I could build cheaper than you can buy. Now though...unless you need a high-end development/graphics machine or a beefed up gaming box, no builder can compete with the major manufacturers anymore.
Here's one example at best buy: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?鈥?/a>
This machine is not ideal, but I would be hard pressed to tell someone on a budget that it wouldn't be good to them for at least 3 to 5 years. Granted, eMachines are not noted for reliability, but the specs on this are fine. And it's $299 (without a monitor).
Things I would be sure to get though, if I wanted a box that would keep up over the next 5 or 6 years:
No laptop...because of the inadequacy of cooling systems on cheap laptops, they tend to have a 2 year life at best. Not worth it when you can spend half that amount for more computer.
2 gig's ram
200 gig hard drive
CD/DVD RW
Intel Core 2 Duo Processor (I would pick intel over AMD).
Windows Vista Home Premium (basic is a little too trimmed down).
That kind of box shouldn't cost more than 500 bucks, and will last you 5 years at least. It'll be compatible, and it'll have plenty of growing room.
I am having problems with my computer booting up. Any advice?
I have a toshiba infinia 7130 and it is like 5 7 yrs old. But it worked great. However, I was in the middle of a game and it crashed. I re-started the computer and received the following screen:
We apologize but windows did not start successfully. It give 4 options:
Safe mode
Safe mode with networking
Safe mode with command prompt
-and-
Start windows normally
I hit start windows normally and it continued, but a quick blue screen with error messages flashed, and it rebooted. It continues to do the same thing. It won't do safe mode. I unpluged everything, put another hard drive in, and went into CMOS setup. (hitting delete to enter setup key when starting computer)
I don't know what is happening? Anyone have an idea? Thanks.I am having problems with my computer booting up. Any advice?
It sounds like you have a serious software corruption or a hardware failure. You put another hard drive in, did you install an operating system (Windows, Linux) on that hard drive? If you didn't your computer won't boot because there is no OS. Do you have the Windows installation disk? Try doing a recovery on the original hard disk from that if you do.
Failing that you could try a Linux LiveCD to start your PC and try to fix the hard disk errors.I am having problems with my computer booting up. Any advice?
Did the new drive boot? Did you run a RAM test?
http://www.memtest.org/
You probably should have gone into the safe mode at the start, and backed up all of your files. 20/20 hindsight, for what it is and is not worth.
You installed a new hard drive, which is a good start for troubleshooting. However, what are the errors that show up? Did you reinstall the Operating System? Or did you just ';ghost'; everything over to the new drive?
If it is not a software problem, I would guess that there may be a problem with the motherboard.
What message does it give you when you attempt safe mode? That will help to give a proper diagnosis. Most of the time when this happens it is a problem with a file in the XP operating system getting corrupted. You can use an XP boot disk to get to a command prompt, and attempt a 'chkdsk /f', or you can use the same disk to repair a corrupted windows installation.
We apologize but windows did not start successfully. It give 4 options:
Safe mode
Safe mode with networking
Safe mode with command prompt
-and-
Start windows normally
I hit start windows normally and it continued, but a quick blue screen with error messages flashed, and it rebooted. It continues to do the same thing. It won't do safe mode. I unpluged everything, put another hard drive in, and went into CMOS setup. (hitting delete to enter setup key when starting computer)
I don't know what is happening? Anyone have an idea? Thanks.I am having problems with my computer booting up. Any advice?
It sounds like you have a serious software corruption or a hardware failure. You put another hard drive in, did you install an operating system (Windows, Linux) on that hard drive? If you didn't your computer won't boot because there is no OS. Do you have the Windows installation disk? Try doing a recovery on the original hard disk from that if you do.
Failing that you could try a Linux LiveCD to start your PC and try to fix the hard disk errors.I am having problems with my computer booting up. Any advice?
Did the new drive boot? Did you run a RAM test?
http://www.memtest.org/
You probably should have gone into the safe mode at the start, and backed up all of your files. 20/20 hindsight, for what it is and is not worth.
You installed a new hard drive, which is a good start for troubleshooting. However, what are the errors that show up? Did you reinstall the Operating System? Or did you just ';ghost'; everything over to the new drive?
If it is not a software problem, I would guess that there may be a problem with the motherboard.
What message does it give you when you attempt safe mode? That will help to give a proper diagnosis. Most of the time when this happens it is a problem with a file in the XP operating system getting corrupted. You can use an XP boot disk to get to a command prompt, and attempt a 'chkdsk /f', or you can use the same disk to repair a corrupted windows installation.
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