Run Linux Apps On Your Windows Machine

It goes without saying that Linux is full of a wide variety of useful applications that aren’t found anywhere else. Ubuntu in particular is a good example of a Linux package full of these applications. Linux itself is a very good operating system to use. However, what happens when a Linux user, for whatever reason, [...]

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Enable the Secret “How-to Geek” Mode in Windows 7

There exists a little feature within Windows 7 that enables its users to access every single Control Panel function on a single page. This is known as the Secret How-To Geek Mode. Keep in mind, however, this is exclusive to Windows 7; this has the potential to break Windows Vista if utilized there.

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What is CCC.exe and why is it running on my computer?

Normally not a security threat, CCC.exe is a program that normally shows up after installing an ATI graphics card or other ATI hardware. The file itself stands for Catalyst Control Center (or Catalyst Control Centre) and is designed to allow the user to manipulate and change a bunch of different display options and other features [...]

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Moving your iTunes library from PC to Mac

What do I need to do this? Both computers will need to have iTunes installed. The destination computer will need to be authorized to use your account. Under the “Store” menu, select “Authorize Computer,” and then click “Authorize.” Type in your account information, and click the “Authorize” button.

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How to Properly Clean Your Computer

No matter how fast your PC is upon its initial purchase, it will inevitably slow down. While it is natural for a computers speed to decrease with the passage of time, they are often affected by spyware, viruses, or unused programs that can cause a fast computer to become bogged down quickly. The best defense [...]

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Tips on Improving Your Computer’s Performance

Personal computers are known to slow down for several reasons, and this affects both the speed and the overall performance. A number of different issues may cause this, and your slow downs can result in problems when trying to upload or download files or even try to visually display a graphical interface such as a [...]

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