The Great Cache Hunt
Knock out the cache files that are slowing down your PC.
As regular readers probably know, I'm a big supporter of Firefox. Their browser has proven to be leaner, quicker, and safer for Windows users than every one of their competitors, Microsoft's very own Internet Explorer included.
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Twice as Nice?
Are dual-core systems worth the trouble?Dual-core systems are all the rage this year, and with good reason. The new darlings in the PC world (currently, only AMD and Intel offer this option) have two processors, which means that in theory, one processor will run background tasks while the other is free to execute programs such as your Web browser, art program, or newest 3-D game. I say "in theory," however, because it doesn't always work out that way.
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Polishing Windows
Power Toys are very useful and fun, but there are several other programs out there that not only duplicate what Power Toys can do, but also add more functionality and options to the mix.
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Go the wireless route
Wireless communication with your Windows PC is all the rage these days, and Belkin's router leads the product pack.
Wireless communication with your Windows PC is all the rage these days, and the newly finalized 802.11g standard provides the leading edge upon which a new generation of products will base their wares. Belkin's 802.11g Wireless DSL/Cable Gateway Router model #F5D7230-4, designed for individuals and home offices, is among the best of this new generation of products.
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XP Professional vs. 2000 Professional
Why upgrade? as it turns out, you might not have to. Prior to Windows XP Professional, Windows 2000 Professional was Microsoft's most stable operating system. Many users would argue that it still is and that XP doesn't really bring enough to the table to go through the hassle of upgrading. So why should you switch?
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Turbocharge your PC
A few simple tricks can bring your PC up to speed.Windows Advisor hed: Turbocharge your PC dek: a few simple tricks can bring your PC up to speed.
Is your formerly speedy PC moving like a snail? If so, don't upgrade your processor quite yet. More than likely, your hard drive just needs to be defragmented. And if you're new to the world of Windows, you may not even know what fragmentation is or how to deal with it.
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