Support: Tutorial Level – Basic Here is how to sync your computer’s date and time with the Atomic Clock to ensure that your system’s clock is accurate to the split second. There is a tool within Windows that allows you to sync your computer with an internet time server. I …
Support: DVD CD Disc Burning Software
Burning software. Once apon a time disc burning was big business. High speed digital downloads and cloud storage have spelt the beginning of the end for the optical disc format. Heading the same way as vinyl records or film for your camera. Notebook (laptop) computers are being manufactured now without optical …
Scam Alert: Microsoft Telephone Scam New Angle
The so called “Microsoft Telephone Scam” has been in operation for a few years now. Many of you will be familiar with this phishing scam, you or your friends or family may have fallen victim to this scam. What is it? Firstly – it is nothing to do with Microsoft …
Support: Alternative to iTunes
If you have an Apple device, whether it be an iPod, iPhone or iPad and use iTunes to transfer music, photos and data between your device and computer. You will be familiar with the headaches that comes with using iTunes software. Here is an alternative: CopyTrans (download from this site …
CCTV Home Security Using Your Webcam – Tutorial
Create a CCTV system to monitor your home or office using the equipment that you probably already have. A post appeared in the internet news feeds this week about a burglar who broke into someone’s home and was caught on surveillance cameras. Here is the link to the article “Caught …
Support: Liquid Spillage On A Laptop – What To Do
Support: Liquid Spillage On A Laptop – What To Do If you spill a drink on your laptop, your immediate response will determine if it ever works again or whether the damage is permanent. 1. Unplug the DC mains charger plug from the laptop to isolate it. 2. Press and hold the …
Support: Remove User Password In Windows 7 or Vista
Tutorial Level: Basic. How to remove your Windows 7 or Windows Vista user account password. The one that you may have to enter every time you switch on your computer. If you need to restrict access to your computer, perhaps it is used in a public place or for parental control …
Inkjet Printers vs Laser Printers
I’m going to try and keep this post simple. Pointing out some of the pro’s and cons of inkjet printers vs laser printers. Laser printers are coming down in price. So for the first time there is a decision to make – laser or inkjet. First thing: What type of …
Support: New To Windows 8.1?
Microsoft have improved their guide and tutorial section for users that are new to Winodws 8.1. Here is the link to use with some useful video tutorials to help you get started.
Support: Is My Computer Too Hot? Speccy
Support: Check If Your Computer Is Overheating This article applies to both laptop and desktop computers. The Cooler The Computer Runs = The Faster It Runs! This is a basic principal of computer maintenance. The hotter the cores get, the slower the computer will become. With laptop computers it is …