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How to Speed Up a Slow PC By : Ronald Hudkins Overviews some processes that can be taken to speed up the performance of your PC. Lightly covers the removal of unused files or programs, registry cleaning software, defragging, scanning and malware concerns. The Top Ten Reasons For Learning Linux, Number 6, Linux And PHP By : People are beginning to realize Linux's many advantages over Microsoft Windows. This article discusses its companion program PHP. Other articles talk about its free applications, Linux's integration with the Internet, resistance to viruses, how Linux can revive your obsolete computers, how it improves your control over the computer, the road to Linux certification and more. Be sure to read our companion series on Linux concepts. Full Windows Vista Backup By : brainbox Learn about the built in Windows Vista backup program and what you need to do in order to protect your data. Windows Vista Running Slow? Two Proven Ways To Speed It Up! By : Jason Bell If you truly want to speed up vista, you need to approach the issue from a few different angles. Simply installing an anti-virus tool or anti-spyware tool isn't going to cut it. That being said, start considering different methods of speeding up your computer -- examine what techniques can be used and how they can actually help to improve your PC's performance. The Top Ten Reasons For Learning Linux, Number 4 Resistance To Viruses By : People are beginning to realize Linux's many advantages over Microsoft Windows. This article discusses its resistance to viruses.Other articles talk about its free applications, Linux's integration with the Internet, LAMP, how Linux can revive your obsolete computers, how it improves your control over the computer, the road to Linux certification and more. Be sure to read our companion series on Linux concepts. 5 Simple Ways To Speed Up Your PC According To Microsoft By : Burk Pendergrass While most people would not think of skipping preventative maintenance on their automobiles, they do not apply the same care to the machine that holds their business and banking data, pictures, music, and important communications Signs Your Computer Registry and You Are In Trouble By : Ronald Hudkins ' Overviews various indicators that a computer registry has been compromised outlining why and how files, applications and computer hardware react the way they do when a corruption or security breach has occurred or is in progress. Linux options for Small Businesses By : Robert Thomson Linux will become a major force in the future as more small to medium businesses turn towards its hosting platform. Top Ten Concepts For Beginning Linux Users - Number 1, Files By : The Linux operating system runs computers of all sizes including home computers. Of course, you should be familiar with some basic Linux concepts. This article discusses Linux files. Future articles discuss directories, permissions, users, inodes, processes, shells, programming, the graphical user interface, and LAMP, the open-source (free) suite Linux, Apache, MySQL, and PHP. Look for our articles on Linux advantages over Microsoft Windows. The Top Ten Reasons For Learning Damn Small Linux -# 1, It's Free By : The Linux operating system runs computers of all sizes including home computers. People realize Linux's many advantages over Microsoft Windows. This article discusses a free version, Damn Small Linux. Future articles talk about its free applications, Linux's integration with the Internet, its resistance to viruses, LAMP, how Linux can revive your obsolete computers, how it improves your control over the computer, Linux certification, and more. Downgrade Vista to XP with Virtual PC 2007 By : Steve Bralovich Many Vista users are fed up and want to downgrade to the more reliable and familiar Windows XP. Here's a way to do it that is easy, free and allows the best of both worlds. Windows XP - Will Vista Kill Support? By : Steve Bralovich Like all new operating systems, Windows Vista ushered in a new era of incompatibility for existing Windows users. In spite of this, Microsoft plans to start retiring Windows XP on June 30th, 2008. Some users, however, want to keep XP alive for years to come so that they can continue to work reliably and efficiently. The Windows System Registry and Why it Deteriorates with Age By : Craig Summer A laymans description of the windows system registry and the factors that reduce its performance over time. Vista Themes Feature: Windows SideShow By : Paul123 Microsoft Vista, has made the viewing and downloading information from one PC to another easier. How to burn a DVD in Vista? By : Dave Kierkels Do you need to know how to burn DVDs in Windows Vista? It is really simple. Read here how you can burn your dvds using Vista. To Upgrade or Not Upgrade? That is the Question. By : Thomas Burns "To Upgrade or Not Upgrade? That is the Question." Make XP Like Vista By : Dave Kierkels Because the end of Windows XP is nearby we put together a 'XP forever'-pack, which includes all the necessary systems expansions so you can still work with XP for a long time and you can make XP like Vista. Speed up Windows Vista By : Dave Kierkels Using Windows Vista Readyboost, you can speed up you computer very easily by plugging in your USB Stick. How to rip a DVD in Windows Vista By : Dave Kierkels In Windows Vista it is very easy to rip your DVD's to another video format. Read here how to convert a DVD in Vista. You can also use DVD ripping tools to convert to Avi, Mpg, DivX or Wmv. Read more here.... Were to Get Vista Drivers By : brainbox It's not always easy getting the right driver for Widnows Vista. Here are some tips to help ease your pain and locate the right driver for Windows Vista. Windows Vista - Which Version Do You Need? By : Robert Thomson After deciding to shift to a Windows Vista OS, you need to decide on which Windows Vista version you should pick. Upgrading To Microsoft Windows Vista Tips By : Luat Tran Van The holidays are coming and someone you know wants Windows Vista...Here are the upgrade tips to keep you out of trouble Defining The Linux Kernel And Its Usage By : The Linux Kernel is the center of what makes the Linux and Unix operating systems. The kernel is the foreman or mediator over all your programs and hardware components. As the core of the operating system, the kernel has access to certain services that interact with the systems hardware which no other program has direct access to. 9 Tips To Keep Windows XP Running Smooth By : Burk Pendergrass My clients continue to complain Microsoft Windows XP. The only operating system they hate more is Vista. Maybe these 9 Tips For Keeping XP Running Smoothly will help. Five Ways to Speedup Your Slow Computer By : Zach Hope In 2005 I finally purchased my first Windows PC. In the 15 years before I had used an Apple Macintosh computer for my school and university work. Of course I had to use Windows machines from time to time but I never owned one: the university and school supplied these machines and it wasn’t my responsibility to maintain them. Since then I have learned by trial and error the best ways to keep and a Windows PC from becoming frustratingly slow. Can You Draw the Windows XP Logo? By : Zach Hope The start up process needn’t be such a long drawn out process. There was a time, way back, when our computers were shiny and new, that booting up was as quick as maybe 10-15 seconds. So what happened? Vista vs. OSX By : Zach Hope The battle between Microsoft and Apple began a new chapter in the summer of 2007 with the launch of Windows Vista. I personally am currently sticking with Windows XP. Why am I doing this? Well, I think it is wise to be patient for service pack 1, just to be certain that all the major glitches have been ironed out. A Short History of Operating Systems By : Zach Hope Most youngsters today take for granted the mouse based operating systems that have been the norm since the 80s. The mouse is the biggest advance that I can think of in the evolution of the home computer. Is Vista Worth The Hype? By : Kevin Sinclair We have had some time now to get accustomed to Microsoft's latest incarnation of Windows with its release of Vista. And it seems the general consensus is.... PASS! Why do you need to read Registry Cleaner Reviews? By : booknow Crashes, error messages, slow start ups of your pc and general slow performance when you are trying to things done. If these mentioned problems sound familiar to you then your pc is probably suffer from registry problems. Just like with a car your computer software needs regular maintenance otherwise it will stop running properly. Registry cleaners can help you fix these problems and make your pc running smooth again. But which registry cleaner should you buy? Set the Virtual Memory in windows XP By : Apostol Lucian The data that the computer uses it frequently is kept in Main Memory, but in most cases it is too small to keep all data used by the computer. The data used rarely is kept in a place on hard drive called “Virtual Memory”. New Releases For Linux Flavors By : Red Hat released its "Core"-less Community Linux distribution, Fedora, now on version 7. You can get the distribution via Bit Torrent, direct download or doing a network install. High Performance Computing on a Shoestring By : Zach Hope The latest computers can cost a lot of money, but here is some information that will allow anyone to have a fast PC without breaking the bank. PC vs. Mac: A Juvenile Discussion? By : Zach Hope PC Pro magazine recently debated whether PCs are better than Macs. This article analyses why this debate has run for so long and why it will go on for years to come. Mozilla Download By : Jay Moncliff The official name of the Mozilla Application Suite developed by the Mozilla Foundation. It is also the public and original name but got changed recently to SeaMonkey suite. Linux Security: It's Importance in Today's World By : Gary Terrazas The strategic importance of Linux as an operating system Repair Solutions for A Sluggish Computer By : Chad Henry When your PC breaks down do you immediately call your local computer repair tech for advice which can often cost you a small fortune? Well here is some good news; computer repair does not have to be an intimidating job. Linux The New Choice for the Hospitality POS By : Josh Stone In the beginning, there was Unix. The original form of what we now call a computer operating system was originally a Unix machine, first running on a PDP 11/20 in 1970. Combat Spyware; Use Firewall Protection By : R Chandler Smith How firewalls will protect you and your information. The Vista Dilemma By : Problems noted about Vista compatibility with older drivers on devices and printers, software and computer accessories. Simple Steps To Speed Up Your Slow Computer By : Chad Henry Learn some easy tasks to perform on your computer that can greatly increase your system's performance. Adjust Graphics for Speed In Windows XP By : 11amDesign Windows XP has a lot of new cool looking visual elements, however, those new elements take up more RAM and cause your computer to be less responsive. By tweaking your graphics settings, you can increase the performance of your computer. Duck!!! Here Comes Vista By : Pros and cons of the new Microsoft Operating System Vista. General information about upgrading hardware and the new features and capabilities that Vista offers. Tame Your Windows Registry With Registry Cleaning Software By : Dennis Cole Expert or not you to can benefit from learning about the windows registry. With the right tools and information you can keep your computer running in tip top shape all the time. Why is Windows Registry Cleaning Necessary By : Kenth Nasstrom To keep running your windows operating system regular registry cleanings is a must. Software of all kind leave traces like orphan dll's and incorrect guids in the registry causing errors and crashes. Has A PC Repair Shop Taken Advantage Of You By : David Armstrong Find out where the clever people hangout on-line and get free help to fix and clean your PC. Microsoft Is Releasing A New Operating System By : John McCollim Microsoft is is the process of releasing a new operating system called Vista. Windows Vista is suposedly available for businesses and schools to purchase on Nov 30th 2006, but not ready for home use. The home version of Vista will be released in January 2007, which makes perfect sense if you think about it. 3 Steps for Proper Windows Registry Maintenance By : Weisheng Wu When a software package is removed, it is very likely that its remnants are still lurking in the registry. Without cleaning invalid registry entries, the computer system will be left with seeds for imminent trouble. This article covers the basic steps that average users can use to keep the registry clean and healthy with a few mouse clicks. Windows Registry Repair & Maintenance By : Kenth Nasstrom Learn more about Windows Registry Repair & Maintenance as keeping your registry file in good shape will allow your windows operating system to work better. It will also help combat system crashes and blue screens of death. The World of Software By : Sandro Azzopardi ‘…is the programs and procedure required to enable a computer to perform a specific task…’. The software industry is huge and an ever changing one. Software has been with us since the first computers. Without it, computers cannot operate. Various kinds of software exist in the market today.