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Tech - Desktops Sat, 17 May 2008 05:00:37 EDT Desktops 60 With Earth Day approaching, you're probably thinking about the different ways you can do your bit for the environment. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/5-habits-for-greener-computing/206161 Chip TaylorOver the past 25 years, readers have asked PC World thousands of questions about technology. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/25-questions-25-answers/204579 Is Windows bugging you about USB devices that aren't even plugged in anymore? http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/five-smart-fixes-for-dumb-pc-annoyances/204570 Rob Cardin Improved software and drivers, and a new generation of high-definition-assisting graphics cards, allow nearly any PC to play HD movies. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/play-hd-movies-on-almost-any-pc/204517 We use a lot of electricity at my house, a drawback to being technology obsessed. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/save-money-by-watching-the-watts/204514 You want to be nice. When friends or family call you with computer trouble, you try to help them. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/how-to-be-a-tech-hero-and-incredibly-popular/204363 Windows XP is loaded with annoyances, but what else is new? http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/got-xp-annoyances-try-these-four-smart-fixes-for-windows-woes/203535 Our answer man provides fast, practical solutions to seven problems that put users at odds with their PCs. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/quick-pc-fixes/203495 As energy costs rise, PC power conservation can trim $100 or more from your total electric bill each year. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/reduce-your-pc-s-power-and-operating-costs/203005 Greg ClarkeYou spend hard-earned money when you buy a new PC; why, then, should the vendor treat it like a billboard to sell you more stuff? http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/junkbusters-/202971 More PCs, more servers, more software to patch, more data to store, and growing network complexity means your business's information technology environment is tougher and more expensive to manage than ever before. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/best-practices-systems-network-and-data-management/202896 Mark MatchoWith a few hours of time and a little D.I.Y. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/12-great-do-it-yourself-pc-projects/202875 Fierce competition between Intel and AMD has pushed prices for many CPUs well below $100, making a processor upgrade more practical for older PCs. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/replace-your-cpu/202472 There's a good chance that you have an old PC lying around. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/create-a-guinea-pig-pc/202471 Edwin Fotheringham 1. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/10-fast-fixes-for-nagging-pc-problems/201425 You can probably think of a dozen things to do today, sure, and your boss probably has a dozen more for you. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/practical-tips-for-a-healthy-pc/200153 Introduction With so many factors to consider, deciding which desktop PC to buy can be a real challenge. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/how-to-buy-a-desktop-pc/200133 Set up wireless networking by learning how to install a wireless network adapter in your computer and in Windows XP. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/pc-wireless-networking-set-up-wireless-on-your-computer/166367 Step-by-step instructions show you how to keep your wireless network secure from hackers. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/pc-wireless-networking-secure-your-wireless-network/166366 Step-by-step instructions show you how to connect and configure a new wireless router easily. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/pc-wireless-networking-connect-and-configure-a-wireless-router/166365 Learn how to locate your wireless router for optimum signal strength. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/pc-wireless-networking-find-the-right-spot-for-your-router/166364 Discover the reasons for choosing wireless or wired networking to help you decide which one is right for you. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/pc-wireless-networking-decide-between-wired-or-wireless/166363 Step-by-step instructions show you how to install a new sound card and driver in your computer quickly and easily. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/upgrading-your-pc-add-a-new-sound-card/166362 Discover tips for successfully installing a new monitor or flat-panel screen. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/upgrading-your-pc-add-a-new-monitor-or-flat-panel-display/166361 Step-by-step instructions show you how to add a new graphics card to your computer quickly. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/upgrading-your-pc-add-a-new-graphics-card/166360 Discover tips for purchasing, preparing, and connecting a new CD-ROM or DVD drive. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/upgrading-your-pc-add-a-cd-rom-or-dvd-drive/166359 Learn how to find the right memory (RAM) for your needs and then install the new RAM modules safely. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/upgrading-your-pc-add-more-memory-ram-/166358 Step-by-step instructions show you how to partition and format your hard drive for optimum performance. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/upgrading-your-pc-partition-and-format-your-new-hard-drive/166357 Learn how easily you can upgrade to the next-generation SATA hard drives. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/upgrading-your-pc-install-an-sata-hard-drive/166356 Step-by-step instructions show you how to install a hard drive quickly and easily. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/upgrading-your-pc-install-a-new-hard-drive/166355 Learn what to check and what actions to take to prepare your computer for installing a new hard drive. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/upgrading-your-pc-prepare-for-a-new-hard-drive/166354 Discover when it's an appropriate time to upgrade and what components to upgrade based on particular reasons. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/upgrading-your-pc-when-and-what-to-upgrade/166353 Discover tips for getting Windows XP and your digital camera to communicate. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/pc-troubleshooting-solve-digital-camera-connection-problems/166352 Learn how to diagnose and solve common printing problems with inkjet and laser printers. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/troubleshooting-printers-get-better-looking-print-output/166351 Learn how to clean your inkjet and laser printer safely for improved print quality. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/troubleshooting-printers-clean-your-inkjet-and-laser-printer/166350 Step-by-step instructions show you what to do when your printer won't print at all. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/troubleshooting-printers-my-printer-won-t-print-/166349 Step-by-step instructions show you what to do when your printer is acting sluggish. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/troubleshooting-printers-speed-up-your-printer/166348 Step-by-step instructions show you how to update your printer driver if you're having problems printing. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/troubleshooting-printers-update-your-printer-driver/166347 Learn how to troubleshoot and solve problems with FireWire devices. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/pc-troubleshooting-check-your-firewire-connection/166346 Discover how to diagnose and solve speed problems with USB peripheral devices. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/pc-troubleshooting-solve-usb-speed-problems/166345 Learn how solve USB power problems caused by overloads and power management issues. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/pc-troubleshooting-solve-usb-power-problems/166344 Step-by-step instructions show you how to check your USB bus so your USB printer, mouse, or other device works properly. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/pc-troubleshooting-check-your-usb-connection/166343 Step-by-step instructions show you how to build a customized filter to keep out annoying spam. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/internet-security-build-a-spam-filter/166342 Learn how to keep hackers out of your system by turning off file sharing and screening Internet traffic with a firewall. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/internet-security-stop-hackers-by-turning-off-file-sharing-and-enabling-a-firewall/166341 Learn how to stop annoying adware, spyware, and pop-ups to protect your PC. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/internet-security-stop-adware-spyware-and-pop-ups/166340 Discover how to protect your PC from being infected by a computer virus. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/internet-security-remove-and-block-viruses/166339 Troubleshoot broadband connection problems by looking for problems both inside and outside your computer. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/internet-troubleshooting-fix-your-broadband-connection/166338 Step-by-step instructions show you how to update your modem's driver to avoid connection problems and ensure your modem operates at optimal speed. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/internet-troubleshooting-update-your-modem-driver/166337 Learn how to solve resource conflicts by changing your modem's COM port. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/internet-troubleshooting-change-the-modem-com-port/166336 Discover what to look for when your online connection disappears for no apparent reason. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/tech/rss/articles/desktops/*http://tech.yahoo.com/gd/internet-troubleshooting-fix-dropped-connections/166335