If your system is overheating, it can lead to serious stability issues and even hardware failure. If you suspect your cooling system may be failing, checking the temperatures is the first step towards diagnosing and fixing your problem. Follow this guide to easily read your computer’s internal temperatures. Checking Temperature in BIOS Reboot your computer. … Read more
If you have many pictures, documents, music and other digital files, you know that they can become unorganized. Follow the steps below to create a well organized, powerful computer organization system. These instructions are for Windows users, but the instructions can apply on other operating systems also, in the abstract. Steps Make folders. If you … Read more
This minHour teaches you how to find and remove malware from your Windows or Mac computer. Typically speaking, an antivirus scan will be enough to remove most major threats to your computer. If you’re having trouble with your malware removal, however, the best way to prevent the malware from spreading is by backing up your … Read more
If you’re in love the OS X interface, but prefer the customizability of your Windows PC, you can modify your Windows environment to mimic that of Mac OS X. With just a few simple programs, your desktop will be virtually indistinguishable from OS X. If you want to actually install OS X on your Windows … Read more
This minHour teaches you how to completely erase everything on your computer, including the operating system, using Windows or macOS. Formatting your computer means erasing all the data on the hard drive(s) and then reinstalling Windows or macOS for a fresh start. This can be useful if your computer isn’t working right or you plan … Read more
Do you think someone has been sneaking on your computer? Are you just curious how often you log on? Find out how to see when your computer was accessed below. Steps If you just want the basics, Start > Run or press the Windows Key +R. Then type cmd and press Enter. That will bring … Read more
There’s a lot you can do to change the way your personal copy of Windows looks. From backgrounds to screensavers, even the sounds that error messages make can be customized. Leave behind the standard theme, and follow this guide to make Windows yours! Changing the Theme Understand themes. Themes are packages of icons, wallpapers, fonts, … Read more
These days, more and more people are using computers to store memories, important documents, and various other bits of information that may need to be kept for long periods of time. Backing up a computer is essential for keeping long term (or even short term) documents around. PC (Windows 7, 8 and above) Find an … Read more
This minHour teaches you how to determine whether or not your computer has built-in Bluetooth capabilities. While the majority of Windows computers and virtually all Macs have built-in Bluetooth cards, some desktop computers and older models do not. Using a Windows PC Open Start Click the Windows logo in the bottom-left corner of the screen. … Read more
This minHour teaches you how to move photos from your iPhone or Android onto your Windows or Mac computer. You can use a charger cable to do this, or you can send photos to your computer through Google Drive. On Windows Connect your phone to your computer. Attach the charger end of the USB charger … Read more
This minHour teaches you how to copy or move photos from your computer onto your phone. You can do this with iTunes for an iPhone, or you can connect your phone via a USB charging cable if you have an Android, though you’ll need a program to open the Android if you’re doing this on … Read more
Connecting your computer to a television allows you to stream online TV shows and YouTube clips. You can also use the television as a large monitor for surfing the Internet or showing videos and photos. This minHour teaches you how to connect your computer to a TV. Using a Wired Connection Check your computer for … Read more
This minHour teaches you how to hear audio from your computer on your TV. Using Audio Cables or Adapters Locate the audio output jack on your computer. Most desktop and laptop computers use a 3.5 mm mini-jack, the type that’s compatible with standard headphones and earbuds, for audio output. An HDMI port can also be … Read more
Most people do not know how easy it is to hook a computer into a television. Having a large screen, such as a t.v screen, hooked into your computer makes it easy to watch media, listen to music, play games, or even just to have a larger screen for editing videos and pictures. Steps Find … Read more
If you want to shoot video of a party, event, or concert, it’s best to go into it with some kind of plan. Where will you take your video? How much? What will you do with it afterwards? Make sure your great shots don’t just stay stuck on your camera by learning to finish them … Read more