12 Jan 2012

OSD (On Screen Display) Lockout Display on a Computer MonitorComments Off

All computer monitors, whether they are LCD or CRT style, have a built-in feature called the on screen display (OSD) lock out that prevents users from viewing any images on the monitor. If your computer screen has accidentally been set to the OSD lock out setting, there are several different ways [...]

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1 Nov 2011

Effects of overcharging a laptop batteryComments Off

First it’s important to understand what overcharging is:
Over-charging occurs when the charger keeps the battery at a temperature that is warm to touch (body temperature) while in ready condition.
Li-Ion laptop batteries have built-in controller chips which prevent it from overcharging, as they can explode if overcharged. Overcharging does not affect the life span other than [...]

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12 Aug 2011

The Proper Elements of a Business SignatureComments Off

The Proper Elements of a Business Email Signature
In order to present yourself as being professional, it is advisable to include a signature with your emails, and these signatures should have the following elements:

Your Name – Pretty obvious, no?
Your Professional Title / Position – People need to know where you fall [...]

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8 Aug 2011

Understanding domain Names and Web HostingComments Off

Understanding Domain Names & Web Hosting
In this article I’m going to define what a domain name is and explain what a web host is
Let’s start with the term domain name. We’re not just going to talk about domain names themselves, but also “top level domain names” (TLDs) and “subdomains”.
Not everyone understands what a domain [...]

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2 Jul 2011

How to delete unnecessary files using disk cleanupComments Off

How to delete unnecessary files using Disk Cleanup

After you have used your PC for a while, you will have accumulated lots of unnecessary files and other ‘junk’, this can slow your PC down.
Disk Cleanup is one of many methods that helps free up space on your hard drive. Disk Cleanup searches your [...]

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