Question: I used DOS 6.0 DoubleSpace to compress my “C:” drive. Since then, I upgraded to Windows 95. I tried to format my “C:” drive recently and got a message saying that my Windows systems files are located on “C:” and cannot be formatted. I searched the Microsoft knowledge base to no avail. Can you […]
Question: I have a Compaq with a 486 DX33 processor that I’ve been meaning to upgrade with an overdrive or Pentium 133 upgrade CPU. Recently I’ve noticed a number of used DX2-66 and DX4-100 processors for sale. If I cheaped out and bought one of these, would I be inviting some compatibility problems? I only […]
Question: I read your article on “system resources.” You mention that one of your favorite Windows 95 cleanups is to re-install Windows completely. I had Windows 3.1 with a Windows-95 upgrade. If I uninstall Windows 95, would Windows 3.1 still be loaded? And do I re-install 95 over 3.1? I also have low memory. I […]
Question: I recently came across a web page by a guy calling himself Big Ron that claimed to be able to display all the files on my hard drive. I was quite alarmed to discover that it was indeed true. How is this possible, and what can I do now to protect my computer? I’m […]
Question: I accidentally deleted event sounds. The only way I could think of to restore them was to reinstall missing files of Windows 95 Plus, but was unsuccessful. All I have now is the Windows default sounds, which I don’t like. I wonder if you could help. –S.V. Answer: The sound schemes are part of […]
