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How to Turn a Dual Layer DVD Into Two Single Layer DVDs
A dual-layer DVD holds twice as much information as a single-layer DVD because the ink that is used to write onto the DVD can write onto different layers of the disk. However, in certain cases, you may wish to hold the information on a dual-layer DVD on two single-layer DVDs instead. Luckily, the pr
Optical Vs. Laser Mouse
The rise in popularity of wireless products for home computer systems has brought forth innovations in tracking device technology. In other words, mice are "smarter" now, with the introduction of optical and laser mice. However, which is the best choice for you? Why should you prefer one over the ot
How to Start a Computer Without a Switch
Your computer has the capability of starting up even when the switch doesn't work, so long as you unite the two points in the correct circuit. Your computer has a switch on the power supply in the back you may use -- in case your power switch on the front doesn't -- work as a temporary solution afte
Choosing a KVM Switch
KVM switches are useful for controlling multiple computers with a single set of input and output devices. The letters stand for Keyboard, Video and Mouse and the KVM switch will connect these devices to your chosen computers.
How to Repair a Formatted Hard Drive
A formatted hard drive features the proper file system set up on it that allows your operating system to save data to the drive. If your formatted hard drive develops bad sectors (caused by read/write errors), the amount of time it takes to access the drive can dramatically increase. Repairing your
IOgear Wireless Keyboard - Is it Good?
Although the much anticipated release of the IOGear wireless keyboard has been designed with additional advanced features, it is still the best computer i/o peripheral device that brings with it comfort and flexibility. It is ...
How to Reset BIOS in an HP NC6220
Your computer's BIOS (Basic Input Output System) setup utility stores the start-up sequence that lets the machine know how to boot up and where the operating system is located. The BIOS in your HP NC6220 also stores other necessary settings, such as the physical address of each attached device and h
How to Make an HP 1600 Printer Work With an iMac Machine
Hewlett-Packard provides drivers and software for the 1600 for both Windows and Mac OS. Mac OS 10.6 Snow Leopard comes with HP printer drivers built in, but users can also install the full HP Photosmart software suite. IMac users with older versions of Mac OS will need to download and install the so
Tools Used in Data-warehousing
Data warehousing requires a hardware platform, database, data loading method (ETL tools), and data extract method (reporting and business intelligence tools). Collectively, these tools allow integration of data across organizational functions to enable faster, more accurate decision making.
How to Switch Apps and Windows on a Mac With Keyboard Shortcuts
Do you have trouble finding things that are open on your desktop? Do they get lost behind something else on the screen and you don't know how to bring them back to the top? Here are some keyboard command tips for how to bring an application or a different window in an open application back to the to
SATA versus USB External Drives
As people build up large collections of music and video files, they often find that they run short of hard drive space, due to the large sizes of audio and video files. Adding an extra hard drive solves the problem. With hard disks rapidly increasing in size, the system storage can be substantially
I Am Having A Problem In Printing My Pdf File Using Adobe Acrobat
If you are having trouble in printing PDF files from Adobe Acrobat, then follow the useful steps to troubleshoot your printing problems and get the best solution.
What Is a Toshiba Hotkey?
Toshiba's built-in hotkey system offers shortcuts for common tasks such as hibernating the computer, dimming the screen or opening a menu. These functions can be performed other ways, but hotkeys enable users to control much of the computer with just the keyboard.
10 Reasons Cheap Compatible Inks Aren't That Cheap
1. The cartridge won't fitCompatible inks will say they fit in your printer, but when you come to put them in, you'll notice it just won't fit. Why? There are many reasons, but the most ...
How to Install a Wireless N Card on a Dell Inspiron 1525
If you frequently transfer large files over your home wireless network using the 802.11 g wireless adapter in your Dell Inspiron 1525, you may find that the 54 mbit/sec transfer rate seems a bit slow and limiting. Dell manufactures an 802.11 n mini-card for the Inspiron 1525. However, you may have e
GeForce 7900GT vs. 8600GTS
The GeForce 7900 and the GeForce 8600 series of video cards from nVidia were two very different cards. While they were both marketed as mid-range cards, they were designed with very different applications in mind. While the 7900 series was meant to be an all-around video card, the 8600 series was me
Plextor PX-712SA Specifications
dvd laser image by .shock from Fotolia.comThe Plextor PX-712SA is a DVD/CD-R/RW drive. Plextor began designing and producing CD-R/RW drives in 1993 and its DVD+R/RW drive was first introduced in 2003. Plextor produces a wide range of other items as well; however, its main expertise and...
How to Troubleshoot a Targus Bluetooth Mouse
The Targus Bluetooth mouse connects to your computer via Bluetooth signals. It does not require any cords, making it convenient for users who do not have much space around their computers. Occasionally you may notice that your Bluetooth mouse is acting erratically or not functioning at all. Before b
The Specifications for an AMD Athlon XP 2500
The AMD Athlon XP 2500+ is a discontinued desktop CPU. Its support for 64-bit code and other features put it on-par with more modern processors, however. Whether you already own an Athlon XP 2500+ or are considering installing one, understanding the product's specifications can help you better take
Linux Compared to Windows Security
Windows and Linux are two very different operating systems. As such, they both follow different philosophies regarding security. Developers for both systems take security very seriously, but in comparing the two, one outshines the other in security out-of-the-box. The reasons for this are varied and