A Hassle-Free Windows Re-Installation Preparation

In our everyday life with computers and laptops, we often run into different types of problems which can make our life miserable. Most of these problems result from corrupt file installations, malicious attacks by virus, Trojan or spyware, improper shutdown, hardware or software conflicts etc. In many cases we are suggested to completely re-install Windows operating system for a remedy. But even after a fresh installation,...

Apple signs point to iOS 5 release in two weeks

Signs point to the week of Oct. 10, with reports focused on Oct. 12 as the release date for iOS 5. That date fits with Apple's past practice of opening the download gates for its operating system several days before the on-sale launch of the next-generation iPhone, dubbed iPhone 5 by most analysts and pundits.Earlier this week, Apple issued...

Mac Os X Snow Leopard - The Missing Manual

Book Review: Mac OS X Snow Leopard - The Missing Manual by David PogueWe yearn to know everything there is to know about the latest softwares and operating systems and the Snow Leopard is one of them, the only problem lies with the fact that the manuals that are supposed to clear our confusion usually just add to it! The technical details...

OS Face-off: Windows 8 vs. Mac OS X Lion

The PC operating system wars have been raging for nearly 3 decades. Ever since IBM picked Microsoft's DOS for its PCs, other OSes have endeavored to push their way into the market. Undoubtedly, Windows continues to rule the roost, but Apple is fast catching up in the OS landscape.Will Windows 8 roar like a Lion? Or Lion will bite the dust...

OS X Duplicate File Finder

Is there anything worse than a slow Mac? Your once blazing fast computer is now trudging along slowly, struggling to complete tasks. One of the biggest reasons for this issue is duplicate files. An OS X duplicate file finder will make the process of targeting and deleting redundant files simple. You may not realize it, but culprits like font...

How to Re-Install Windows XP

There are many reasons why you would want to re-install Windows XP. Some people do not like the Windows Vista operating system, or are concerned about compatibility issues with other computers running Windows XP on the same network. Others may have been running Windows XP previously, but need to re-install the operating system due to a crash.Instructions1....

Slick-looking, less bloated operating system

MICROSOFT HAS promised a completely new experience with Windows 8, with the operating system “reimagined” from the chipset up. The company was keen for conference attendees to get hands-on experience with the operating system, handing out Samsung tablets running Windows 8.The machines were described as “developer preview” tablets and there...

New computer operating system brings NSW Police Force into the 21st Century

The state’s crime fighters have received a significant boost with NSW Police Force introducing a new 21st-century computer operating system.In 2009, NSWPF and Fujitsu Australia started work on modernising the Computerised Operational Policing System (COPS) – a 15-year-old DOS type program used by more than 15,000 officers to record crime...

PlayBook OS version 2 coming next month

During RIM’s disappointing Q2 earnings call this evening, Co-CEO Jim Balsillie confirmed that a major feature update to the BlackBerry PlayBook tablet would be arriving next month. The update to version 2.0 will be shown off at the BlackBerry DevCon event in October and will be made available shortly thereafter. The BlackBerry PlayBook launched...

Change your Operating System

After using the same operating system for a while, it can be an exciting challenge to try something new. For example, an increasing number of Windows users have migrated to Linux-based systems like Ubuntu. Also, many Microsoft Vista customers have downgraded to Windows XP because of Vista's documented bugs and security vulnerabilities. Whatever...

How to Fix Windows Installer Error 1601

When installing applications via the Microsoft Windows Operating System, you may have encountered an error called "Windows Error Message 1601." According to Microsoft, this error occurs for one of two reasons. The first reason being that you are trying to install an application while in safe mode; the second possibility is that the Windows...

How to Reinstall the Vista OS

Although the Microsoft Windows operating system has become more stable with every version released, there are still times when you may encounter issues. Viruses and spyware, hardware failure, and even improper shutdowns can result in a damaged system. If your computer's installation of the Windows Vista operating system isn't working properly,...

Linux, The Free Operating System for Your Computer

If you have taken the time to read my bio you will notice that I'm biased towards the belief that computer operating systems should be inexpensive or even better, free. Several years ago I stumbled upon Unix while working out in the field as a computer support specialist. I became fascinated by this different type of operating system controlling...

Swap Your Operating System From Microsoft Windows to Free Linux

The majority of computer users have Microsoft Windows operating system on their computers. It is true that Microsoft dominates the market... but have you considered other operating systems? This isn't a plug for any particular operating system but if you are considering purchasing a new computer because the old one has slowed to a crawl or...

Android OS Features !!

The Android operating system is based on the free, open-source GNU/Linux operating system. The system itself is a Java VM running on top of the Linux kernel, creating an extensible and highly configurable environment. Developers have taken advantage of this to rapidly expand the features of Android and create a smartphone operating system with a lot packed into its shell.User InterfaceThe user interface, or UI, takes mostly touchscreen...

How to Reinstall the Operating System on an HP

Reinstalling the operating system on your HP computer is often a last resort to clear out a nasty virus or breathe some life into an aging computer. Reinstalling the system can return the HP to a like-new state, removing the sludge that builds up after years of computing. Luckily the process is fairly simple and streamlined and only requires you have the installation disc provided with your computer.InstructionsInsert the Windows...

How to Reinstall Video Drivers to Repair Video Problems

Sometimes you have to reinstall your video driver to resume video playback on your computer. Video drivers need to be updated and reinstalled constantly, and it's very important to take meticulous care when dealing with video drivers. Let's go over a comprehensive method for identifying and fixing problems related to video drivers.So, what are Video Drivers?First, let's go over what video drivers do. When your hardware manufacturer...

Windows 8 – After Windows 7

As Microsoft is wrapping up Windows 7, with the release to manufacturing deadline just around the corner and the general availability deadline set for October 22, the company is also looking forward to the next version of Windows. In this context, the software giant already confirmed officially that planning for Windows 8 had started long before Windows 7 was even close to Release Candidate stage. At the same time, Microsoft has...

How to Upgrade Your Computer Operating System

There may be good reasons to upgrade your computer operating system (OS), especially if you are still using outdated system on your PC. You could decide to upgrade your operating system to a newer version or even completely to a different one or just to have a completely new version of a particular one.Each time the world's most recognized computer companies comes up with a new version of operating system, so many people always...

Android, BlackBerry and Windows Phone 7 Smartphone and Operating System Comparison

Here is a comparison of three Smartphones by three different manufactures with three different operating systems, to see which Smartphone comes out on top and for what reasons. For a fair comparison, the comparison is broken down into four categories which include the handset design, operating system, multimedia features and technology.The Smartphone's in question include the HTC 7 Mozart (a Windows Phone 7 Smartphone), the BlackBerry...

Creating a Hidden Operating System

Most people will wonder why a person need's a secondary operating system. But if your are sharing a computer with another person nor you are been held up for your valuable information on your computer or laptop that would be a worse case scenario as they might steal nor copy your valuable information.If your traveling overseas and your laptop need to be search then having a decoy operating system would come in-handy. The truecrypt...

How Can an Operating System Slow Down a Computer?

I was asked an interesting question recently. It is not only an interesting question but it is a very important one. The answer makes it easy to understand what happens to a computer that becomes slow or sluggish. Hopefully, this article will answer this question and point you in the right direction to help keep your computer fast.The question was asked by a young woman who had talked to a geek friend of hers. This fellow told...

Tips to Reinstall Windows XP

First, locate the Windows CD that shipped with your PC, along with the CDs for your application software. If you downloaded your antivirus, firewall, or other programs, copy those downloads to a CD or to some other type of removable media. (If your system didn't ship with a Windows CD, your reinstallation files are situated on your hard drive; I'll describe how to access them in just a minute.) Also, dig up the instructions that...