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Question: I am considering upgrading my PC, and would like to know how to transfer and/or copy files from my current computer to the new one. I know I’ll need cables and a software package, but I have no idea about what is required to effect such tasks with minimal or no risk of losing/damaging […]
Question: I see a lot of advances in the power of computers nearly every day, and a lot of great deals. My current system is equipped with an Intel Pentium II 300 Mhz processor. Now we are seeing Celeron and Pentium III and Xeon chips – what are the differences? There seem to be some […]
Question: Tell me about the Pentium III chip. When is it due out? Is it worth waiting for, and paying for? I made up a dream machine with two 13.5 hard drives (I figure I could back up onto the second one) and an extra SCSI controller, plus a Sony professional monitor. Any suggestions? Help […]
Question: I have a question regarding WordPerfect for Windows. I use Microsoft Office’s MS Word, but my preference is for Corel’s WordPerfect. Will I need to purchase the Corel Office Suite in order to use WordPerfect? The cost is around $300. I inquired at some computer stores and was advised that if I have Microsoft […]