I Want a New Computer with Windows XP, not Vista

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If you’d like a new PC but would rather run Windows XP and not Vista, it’s still possible to find new computers with XP installed instead of Vista, or the option to “downgrade” to XP. Also, recent reports suggest that retailers may have longer than Microsoft originally said to convert to selling Vista-only PCs.

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How Can I Protect My PC From Power Problems?

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The best way to protect your computer against damage and data loss due to power outages is to invest in a USB — an uninterruptible power supply – which is basically a battery that will kick in if the power goes out, and also alert you to problem.

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Ubuntu as an Intro to the Linux Operating System

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The Linux operating system is a popular and viable alternative to Windows. Ubuntu is a great distribution for beginners, and easy to test before installing it on your PC.

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Free Virus Scan Offers May Not Be Safe

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If the offer of a “free virus scan” pops up while you’re browsing the Internet, don’t take it at face value. In many cases, it’s really a cover to install a virus, spybot, keystroke logger, or any other type of malware on your computer.

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How Can I Display Weather Information on My Computer?

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Rather than visit a weather Web site every time you want to know the forecast, consider a Firefox add-on that will display (on the status bar) weather information you customize.

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What Is the Difference between PCMCIA and Express?

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Your laptop computer probably has an expansion slot for either a PCMCIA or an ExpressCard. But be careful, since the two are not interchangeable. Find out which type your laptop uses before purchasing a broadband wireless card.

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Choosing a Gaming Mouse

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Computer video game players know that timing is everything if you want to win. That’s why most serious players have a gaming mouse. Gaming mice are a little more expensive, but their high sensitivity, programmable buttons and other features make them a popular choice for computer gamers.

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Why Is My Windows Taskbar Cluttered with Small Program Icons?

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Icons in the Windows Taskbar can provide convenient access to often-used programs. But in some cases these icons are just, at best, cluttering up your taskbar, and at worst, slowing down your computer. Fortunately, you can choose which program icons are displayed on the taskbar.

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What Is an IP Address, and How Do I Find Out What Mine Is?

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Each “place” on the Web has an address, called the IP address. You can find out yours via an online tool. The addresses are assigned by the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority to regional Internet registrars.

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How to Stop Secretmaker HOSTS file change attempt Alerts

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When the security utility Secretmaker alerts you to a HOSTS file change attempt, it’s important to find out what’s trying to change your HOSTS file, which is a plain text file with information used to supplement or replace the Domain Name System.

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How Can I Use Multiple Monitors with My PC?

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Extend your desktop “real estate” and view more applications at once by adding a second (or third) monitor to your PC setup. Once you make sure you have the right video card and connection ports, it’s simple to add a monitor and start living large.

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