ScanDisk Tip
Anyone who has two hard drives can run Scandisk on both drives with one step. Press the Shift key while clicking on both drives. This will highlight the drives and scan them back-to-back.
Hardware Issues
How to fix USB mouse problems
Question: My son purchased an Intellimouse Explorer optical mouse. This mouse has a USB connection, and the package includes a converter from a USB port to PS/2 port. The computer has a serial mouse port. When we added another converter (from PS2 to Serial), the computer couldn’t find the mouse. We’ve spoken with a number […]
How to fix your printer
Question: I see a lot of specific printer problems solved in your column and on your website (http://www.cyberwalker.com), but what about an overview of the most common printer problems and solutions? – G.A. Answer: That’s a fine idea! Printers can be one of the most frustrating and trouble-making technologies, both at home and in the […]
Getting the static out
Question: I like to listen to my clock-radio while using my computer. The radio is located about four feet from the CPU, separated by air and wood, and about six inches above the monitor. Problem: The static is excruciating, especially when my computer is booting up. The problem occurs with all stations. Static occurs when […]
Chip overclocking makes PC faster, but be careful.
Question: I recently read an article that said that a company had done something to the clock times on certain computers that made them perform as if they operated at a higher clock speed — something about advancing the clock as I recall. Can a person change the clock speed and if so, will that […]