Category Archives for How-Tos
Scripting Your Own Computer Repair Tools – Part 2
In part 1 of “Scripting Your Own Computer Repair Tools”, I showed you how to create scripts that make use of certain applications. In this article, I’ll show you how to make scripts to
VIEW POSTScripting Your Own Computer Repair Tools – Part 1
I am a huge fan of scripting. If I have to do a certain task on a computer often, then I would definitely try and create an automated script so all I have to do is run one file. Additionally, having these
VIEW POSTWant To Learn How to Fix Laptops? Check out these Videos
Laptop repair can be tricky. There are hidden screws all over the place, a certain order you have to pull it apart and sometimes the spare parts are hard to find. Laptops are also prone to damage that
VIEW POSTComputer Hardware Chart
I recently came across a really useful Computer Hardware Chart made by a member on Deviantart that helps you visually identify plugs, ports, sockets, RAM and other computer components. Most technicians
VIEW POSTVideo Podcast: Recovering Windows from Common Errors that Prevent it From Booting
In this video podcast I will show you a few ways to repair some of the more common errors that cause Windows not to boot. Be sure to view it in high definition so you can see the details. Show Links:...
VIEW POSTAn Easy Way to Create a Virtual Machine
In one of my video podcasts, I showed the viewers how to remove a virus without the use of a virus scanner. To demonstrate this, I obviously didn’t want to infect my own computer. While I could have
VIEW POSTVideo Podcast: How to Remove a Virus Without An Antivirus Scanner
In this video podcast I’ll show you my process for removing a virus without using an antivirus scanner. Im make use of Process Explorer, Hijack This and Autoruns and give you some tips on spotting
VIEW POSTVideo Podcast: Process for Cleaning & Speeding Up Windows XP
This post is a little different to our usual format as its a video podcast. In this podcast, I’ll show you the process that I use for doing a simple clean and speed up of Windows XP. I used a virtual
VIEW POSTHow To Fix The Windows Registry Hive Error
Most techs with a few years of experience under their belt have probably come across the Windows XP corrupted registry hive problem at some point in their career. When it happens, Windows wont start and
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