Windows

Computer Maintenance Checklist

In order to keep your computer running at optimal performance, there are some things you should do on a regular basis from the time you pull it out of the box. You computer is a very fragile machine with a variety of components that work together to produce a users desired output. Computers allow people [...]


How to Reformat Your Computer’s Hard Drive

If you are like most people, your computer is one of the most valuable possessions in your home. This is not simply because of what it is capable of doing, but also for all the information it holds. For most people, computers are practically a family member. Few use date books or traditional calendars anymore [...]


Increase Windows Processes Priority Level

To increase the priority of any active process in your machine and the amount used by the CPU for that particular one follow these steps:
1. Press Ctrl+Alt+Del
2. Click the tab “Processes” then right click on any of the active processes you want to increase the priority for.
3. From the right click menu Select “Set Priority.
4. [...]


How to Rename Windows Desktop Recycle Bin

If you want to change the name of the Recycle Bin on your windows desktop, do the following:
1. Click Start> Run> and type “Regedit” then click OK or hit Enter.
2. Browse to the following registry key value:
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT/CLSID/{645FF040-5081-101B-9F08-00AA002F954E}
3. on the right pan double click the key “default”, a new box will popup.
4. change the name [...]