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Recent versions of Windows make it easy to create a Homegroup for easily sharing files, folders and printers with any or all of the PCs on your local network. In fact, it only takes a few mouse clicks and keystrokes to set one up.
Note: There are a couple of things to consider before you create your Homegroup and begin sharing your computer’s resources: [Read more…]
A while back I wrote a post explaining how adding RAM to your computer can give it a major speed boost, but I inadvertently left out a very important detail…
If your computer is still under warranty when you upgrade its RAM, make sure you keep any old memory sticks that you remove from the machine as part of the upgrade process.
That way if something happens and you have to send the computer in for a warranty repair, you can temporarily remove the new RAM sticks and re-install the original ones. [Read more…]
Question from Deb V.: Hi Rick. Could you tell me how to get rid of PC Medic?
I do not have the full version but some free version that sweeps and reports every day and tries to sell their full version.
I have tried uninstalling it but am unable to as it says it cannot uninstall while it is running. Thank you for your help.
Rick’s answer: [Read more…]
Modern MacBooks are awesome machines, but the limited amount of internal SSD flash storage in some recent models can be a real problem, especially if you have lots of programs, apps and data files stored on the SSD.
Well, now there’s a fast and easy way to double the amount of internal SSD flash storage space in your MacBook Pro or MacBook Air. In fact, it’s so easy you won’t even have to open up your laptop’s case!
All you have to do is slide a fantastic TarDisk storage expansion card
Do you wish there was a faster and easier way to adjust the brightness of your computer screen?
Well, there is, and it’s a real time-saver!
A nifty free utility called ClickMonitorDDC lets you adjust your screen brightness by simply clicking an icon in the Windows notification area and selecting a new value.
Alternatively, you can save even more time by hovering your mouse over the icon and rolling the mouse wheel to change the brightness level. Either way is fine – whatever works best for you.
ClickMonitor DDC is a tiny portable utility that doesn’t have to be installed, and it couldn’t be easier to use. Here’s how: [Read more…]