Optical Mouse Vs. Laser Mouse Find out which type is best for your needs We’re all familiar with computer mice, and you’ve probably heard about different types such as optical and laser mice. These are the successors to the old mechanical ball mouse and have now conquered the market. If you’re curious about the differences […]
How to Test a Power Supply Using a Multimeter Testing your power supply needs to be done when you suspect a malfunction. One of the simplest ways to do it is by using a multimeter. This is the manual method of testing a PSU as opposed to purchasing a power supply tester that can automatically […]
What to Do When Windows Update Gets Stuck or Is Frozen Troubleshooting guide for finishing the update process Windows Update is a reliable tool in most cases, but sometimes it seems to get stuck for no apparent reason. If you’ve experienced this annoying issue and the computer is frozen, then here’s what you need to […]
What Is a DAT File? How to open and read DAT files Have you stumbled upon a file using the extension DAT and aren’t sure about what’s it used for? If the answer is yes, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll look into DAT files, how to open, read, and convert […]
How to Fix a PC That Turns On but Displays Nothing An easy-to-follow troubleshooting guide Many people experience a particularly frustrating issue. The computer turns on, you can see the lights and hear the fans, yet something’s wrong. The display shows nothing. What could cause this? There are lots of reasons for this problem and […]
What is PCI Express (PCIe)? Detailed explanations about the PCIe interface PCI Express stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect Express. It represents a type of connection that has become a standard used in virtually all internal components of a computer. It was developed as the successor of the original PCI and the main advantage it has […]
How to Take a Screenshot On a PC Capture what’s on your screen using these quick methods Capturing what’s currently on your computer screen is called taking a screenshot. If you’re curious about how to do that, this article will show you the most common methods for screenshotting on a PC. There are lots of […]
How to Wipe a Hard Drive A guide to permanently erase any hard drive Those who decided to wipe their hard drives will need to go through a more complicated process than just simply deleting everything from it. Although formatting does sometimes completely wipe the hard drive, that’s not always the case. Wiping the hard […]
How to Format a Hard Drive An essential step to do before using a drive in Windows Formatting a hard drive can be an important process to go through in certain situations. Maybe it’s time to install a brand new hard drive or you want a fresh start for any of your current hard drives. […]
How to Fix a Blue Screen of Death in Windows A comprehensive troubleshooting guide The blue screen of death is a common error experienced by Microsoft Windows systems. It’s also known as BSOD and it usually means that your PC can’t easily recover due to a critical hardware issue or because of crashing drivers. This […]