Computers
Computers are our bigges allies but they can give us many problems. We explain everything you need to know about computers.
26 articles
![What is the Difference Between Hardware and Software?](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/5/4/what_is_the_difference_between_hardware_and_software_13451_300_150.jpg)
There are an estimated 2 billion computers in the world, and that number continues to grow. Although there are obvious differences in all the types of computer systems that exist, they are all based on the coexistence of two elements that, although they are closely related, and we tend to confuse them,...
![How to Clean a Computer Screen Without Leaving Streaks](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/6/2/4/how_to_clean_a_computer_screen_without_leaving_streaks_13426_300_150.jpg)
Many of us keep deferring cleaning our computer screens. We leave the to become encrusted with dust and other detritus from our lives, looking through a film of dirt when we could be seeing the screen much more clearly. If we do this, it means we are less likely to keep the screen or monitor in good condition....
![My Computer Isn't Recognizing My External Hard Drive](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/4/2/3/my_computer_isn_t_recognizing_my_external_hard_drive_13324_300_150.jpg)
External hard drives are important for home computing. In business, they are essential. We not only use them to save information we don't have space for on our disk drive and to transport information securely, but we use them to back up information. When files are deleted or corrupted, our external hard...
![How to Type the At Symbol on a Mac Keyboard](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/7/2/how_to_type_the_at_symbol_on_a_mac_keyboard_13277_300_150.jpg)
If we are used to using a Windows computer, then it is easy to see a Mac keyboard as a completely foreign language. While some of the keys are the same, the function keys and shortcuts can vary wildly. You may be able the type letters, numbers and spaces easily enough, but when it comes to punctuation...
![How to Check What Version of Windows I Have](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/4/2/how_to_check_what_version_of_windows_i_have_13247_300_150.jpg)
Knowing how to use a computer's operating system means you know how to use a computer. If there is some change to its configuration, it can prevent us from performing even the most basic tasks. This means when we want to change its configuration, we need to know how the operating system works. This...
![Is It Bad to Keep Your Laptop Plugged In All the Time?](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/0/2/is_it_bad_to_keep_your_laptop_plugged_in_all_the_time_13202_300_150.jpg)
Although we are an increasingly mobile society, when we are at home and no longer on the move, it is common for us to keep all of our appliances plugged in. Who wants to get up and plug the television into the mains when we can just push a button on the remote? However, keeping a device plugged in all the...
![How to Clean a Sticky Keyboard Without Removing the Keys](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/4/7/9/how_to_clean_a_sticky_keyboard_without_removing_the_keys_12974_300_150.jpg)
Typing on a sticky keyboard can be very frustrating. You make typos, you can't type in passwords and some become so stuck you can't press them at all. As part of maintaining your computer and laptop, you should clean your keyboard regularly. If you don't, you will let dirt build up and you will end up...
![How To Remotely Access My PC From iPad](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/1/7/how_to_remotely_access_my_pc_from_ipad_12717_300_150.jpg)
The iPad has quickly become a popular device among avid technology users and Luddites alike. With its whole host of applications and features, it can be used to carry out even complicated office tasks. However, if you use the iPad for business, it is rare it will completely replace your PC or laptop. It...
![The Most Useful 3D Printed Objects](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/9/6/the_most_useful_3d_printed_objects_11692_300_150.jpg)
Until a few years ago, photographs were the most aesthetic pleasing item that printers were good for. Technology and artificial intelligence has caught up in the printer industry because now one is able to print 3D objects. Through these avant-garde machines you are able to create a three-dimensional...
![Why Does My Canon Printer Say No Ink and How to Disable It](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/3/3/4/why_does_my_canon_printer_say_no_ink_and_how_to_disable_it_9433_300_150.jpg)
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Buying ink cartridges for a Canon printer is sometimes costly, especially if you use your printer regularly and need new cartridges often. Refilling Canon printer cartridges is a great way of saving money, as well as avoiding buying new ones. However, when cartridges have been refilled, the printer does not...
![How to Type Faster on the Keyboard](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/2/4/how_to_type_faster_on_the_keyboard_10428_300_150.jpg)
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Typing is an essential skill in today's world, and being able to type quickly and accurately can save you a lot of time and effort. Whether you're a student, a professional, or just someone who spends a lot of time on the computer, improving your typing speed can be a valuable investment.
In this oneHOWTO...
![How to Stop my PC Volume from Turning Itself Down](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/6/8/3/how_to_stop_my_pc_volume_from_turning_itself_down_10386_300_150.jpg)
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I'm listening to streamed music and suddenly the volume turns itself down without having touched anything. What happened? I put it back up and when I stop paying attention the volume of your PC is suddenly lowered again. Sounds familiar?
No, there aren't any ghosts in the house... turns out I just have...
![How to Get the New Emojis on Mac](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/7/9/how_to_get_the_new_emojis_on_mac_10971_300_150.jpg)
Sometimes words fail to convey an emotion even for a person who loves to write. Besides, in this highly charged jet set age people want to convey most of their thoughts and emotion in the shortest possible time. At such time emojis which are pictorial representation of feelings can come to your rescue. If...
![Step by Step Guide to Formatting Your Computer](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/5/5/2/step_by_step_guide_to_formatting_your_computer_1255_300_150.jpg)
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Formatting a computer isn't always easy, but it is necessary. Many users have to deal with a slow browser because of various spyware or viruses, and settings. Before beginning this process, you should be aware that reformatting your computer will mean losing all the files you have stored on your hard drive....
![Why can't I View my Files on USB](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/4/1/4/why_can_t_i_view_my_files_on_usb_7414_300_150.jpg)
You might have changed your computer and need to transfer your files using a USB stick. USB flash drives are great to store data and are very convenient as they're removable and rewritable. They are the evolution of floppy discs and CDs, smaller, faster and with more capacity. Furthermore, unlike floppy...
![How to Connect Two Computers to the Same Monitor](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/3/4/how_to_connect_two_computers_to_the_same_monitor_7431_300_150.jpg)
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There are many reasons why you may want to connect two computers to one monitor. For example, it could be a matter of saving space. It could be a question of resources, maybe you just need a monitor and do not want to buy another. It may be necessary for a presentation. Whatever the reason, it's usually...
![Why is My Macbook Overheating So Fast](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/6/8/why_is_my_macbook_overheating_so_fast_5861_300_150.jpg)
If you use your MacBook on your lap, you might have noticed that it heats up a lot more than usual. It's important to keep your MacBook cool because high temperatures can be damaging and affect performance, slowing it down considerably.
First and foremost, you should get to the root of the problem:...
![Should I Upgrade To Windows 10 From Windows 7](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/9/7/should_i_upgrade_to_windows_10_from_windows_7_7799_300_150.jpg)
Windows 8 did not meet the expectations of the users, and now Microsoft has come up with its Windows 10 operating system. But are you still susceptible about whether you should upgrade to Windows 10 from Windows 7? You will find your answer here at oneHOWTO. Before you make the final upgrade, here are...
![How To Manually Update Your Android Tablet - Step-By-Step](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/9/6/how_to_manually_update_your_android_tablet_step_by_step_5698_300_150.jpg)
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One advantage of having an Android tablet or smartphone is that this platform is frequently updated. With each update there are usually system bug fixes and other improvements that benefit users. The common practice is to have updates take place over Wi-Fi networks, without using any cables, although this...
![How To Download Windows 10](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/6/1/how_to_download_windows_10_7167_300_150.jpg)
Microsoft recently released Windows 10, which starts and resumes fast, and features a better Start menu than before. The most talked about innovation is Microsoft Edge, the all-new browser included in the operating system. If you also like to stay updated with the latest technology, then download Windows 10 on...
![How to Eject a CD or DVD from an Apple Mac](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/4/6/4/how_to_eject_a_cd_or_dvd_from_an_apple_mac_5464_300_150.jpg)
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Among the many differences between PCs and Macs is the fact that there is no tray to insert and eject a CD on a Macintosh, rather you put it directly into a slot. But this feature is so "cool" it can sometimes be a nightmare. If you can't eject a CD from a Mac don't worry, by following this advice you...
![How to Add Music to My Micro SD Card](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/9/9/how_to_add_music_to_my_micro_sd_card_3999_300_150.jpg)
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In the age of ever-shrinking technology, MicroSD cards stand as iconic symbols of convenience and versatility. These diminutive data storage devices have reshaped the way we interact with our devices, from smartphones to cameras and beyond. Not only that, but MicroSD cards have become an integral part...
![How to Rotate the Screen on a Windows XP Laptop](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/6/6/how_to_rotate_the_screen_on_a_windows_xp_laptop_1661_300_150.jpg)
Many people find themselves in the situation of having to rotate the screen in a Windows XP laptop. Perhaps you have pressed a key by mistake and you have an upside down screen on Windows XP. If you have found yourself in this situation and do not know how to fix it, do not be alarmed. With a few simple...
![How To Format Or Reset An Android Tablet](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/1/8/how_to_format_or_reset_an_android_tablet_1812_300_150.jpg)
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Do you have an Android Tablet that has gradually filled with things that you do not need? Or are you just going to give it to someone and you do not want to hand it over with all your information? For both these cases you may want to delete all the content you have added to a tablet (applications, images,...
![How To Format And Install Windows 7](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/1/2/how_to_format_and_install_windows_7_211_300_150.jpg)
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Formatting a computer is not easy but it is necessary. There are few people who haven't suffered from a slow system caused by spyware, viruses or certain configuration settings. To begin the process, you should be aware that formatting the computer means wiping all the files you have on your hard drive,...
![What to Do if My Tablet Is Freezing and Not Responding?](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/4/4/what_to_do_if_my_tablet_is_freezing_and_not_responding_441_300_150.jpg)
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In the fast-paced world of technology, a frozen tablet can be a frustrating experience, especially when you're in the middle of something important. If your tablet is unresponsive, don't panic. There are a few things you can try to get it working again.
The following oneHOWTO article we'll equip you with the...