The smoke released during the combustion of tobacco is not a homogeneous substance. It contains about 4,000 different items that occur in gaseous or solid. Even today, all these substances are not known, nor is their effect on human health. The person who smokes a pack of cigarettes per day absorbs 6 kg of dust (= 10 briquettes) in twenty years and a cup of tar per year. Before being eliminated by … [Read more...]
Shortcut to put computer into hibernation in Windows 7
Hibernation not only saves energy, but also allows to get into a functional system immediately with all programs open. In Microsoft Windows 7, the hibernation is accessible through the Start menu and can be set in the Power Options. To hibernate the Windows 7 Computer quickly, you need to create a shortcut to it. Here is a tutorial on how to create a shortcut to hibernation. Right-click the … [Read more...]
What to buy : Mac or a PC?
"Coca-cola or Pepsi?" "Petrol and diesel? "orange or lemon? To be or not be? That is the question. There are tradeoffs in the world that seem intractable and everyone just looking for their reasons for choosing. In the world of technology, if there is an existential question that has never gotten answered is: Mac or PC? Both systems have fierce supporters and detractors and comparisons, while … [Read more...]
What is Computer Forensics?
It really pushed to new height of forensics, and many people have become aware of its possible uses. It requires great skill and a keen instinct for investigation. The severe shortage of experts has led to enormous competition between e-business private consulting, computer leasing forensic professionals, making the computer highly paid legal profession. Senior police officers in computer law can … [Read more...]
Running PC faster: How much RAM you need for optimal performance
The question comes to each new release of Windows : How much RAM I will need to get a blazing fast machine? Windows 7 is now available for more than one year, we suggest you see if adding memory allows it to run faster. Encoding, gaming, 3D rendering : how much memory is essential for Windows 7? To answer this question, we used two different machines. The first machine is an mid level laptop … [Read more...]
Registry Bloat-What they are?
The term registry bloat means the Windows 7 (or any other Microsoft Windows Operating Systems) registry is filled with obsolete or unnecessary data those are useless on that machine and will only slow down the machine, interfering with normal operations or cause malfunctions or crash the programs. Many forms of malware such as spyware and Trojan horses can also cause this registry bloat by adding … [Read more...]
Ten things you should not do with your computer
Most computers work perfectly normally most of the time. But, like any other machine things can go wrong. Without proper softwares all computer equipment stops working.Here is some points which you should never do with your Windows 7 PC. 1. Never turn off your computer simply by flicking the power switch, even if you have assigned the power button as shut down switch from Windows 7 Power options. … [Read more...]
Problems of using Registry Cleaners for Windows 7
When you make a choice to use a registry cleaner, there are some important questions you should ask yourself: Are you getting this from a reliable source? Is it a reputable program that will help me anyway? Why I need to use a Registry cleaner? You can usually answer these questions by doing a little research on it. Microsoft directly says nothing about registry cleaners and Windows 7. … [Read more...]
How to ensure your computer’s safety against virus
If you use a computer even rarely, chances are that at some point of time, you have been effected by a virus. If you were lucky, the virus may have been embarrassing you by only wasting your time and energy but if you were not so lucky may have you lost your valuable data. The viruses are a threat to Microsoft Windows based computer across the world. Thus, to reduce our risk of virus infection, … [Read more...]
Laptop Security: Do not leave home without it!
Hundreds of thousands of laptops are lost or stolen each year. What if it unfortunately happens to you? Think of all the relevant information stored in your laptop and the chaos that would come into your life if it becomes lost or stolen. All the pictures you downloaded from your camera and never had time to mount and print. More importantly, your personal information, your credit card and bank … [Read more...]
SIW: A freeware to check advanced hardware specifications in Windows
Sometimes we need to know the details of some of our hardware. For example, you need to know the manufacturer of your hard disk drive or the clock speed of RAM (important during upgrade). The Windows 7 default application gives enough information, but for advanced usage (as said above) it is of limited use. It is also a important tool while buying a second hand computer, to check individual … [Read more...]