Mitz’s computer maintenance checklist Everything you need to know on how to keep your computer running smoothly. Well not absolutely everything, but nearly! If you follow this maintenance checklist you will be sure to have a happy computer.
How to open a computer case safely Everyone needs to know how to open their computer case safely. Don’t just rush in and do it without finding out how to do it safely in your own home.
How to clean inside your computer safely Most computers are in desperate need of TLC on the inside. Not only can they overheat and shutdown from dust build up, but they can also simply blow up.
How to organize computer files and create new folders in Windows Vista (video)
Start your programs automatically Create a Batch File to do it for you. Not really necessary for computer maintenance but can be time saving.
Backup your registry file Do this before you change anything
What to Backup A list of files you should backup from your computer
Shutdown faster How to make Windows 2000 and XP shutdown faster
How to Create Backups Using windows XP Pro. You can make backups of your entire file system or just choose a particular file to backup. This feature is built into Windows XP PRO and Windows Vista.
Defrag How to use The Disk Defragmenter on your computer
Program Files How to change the default install directory
Remove Programs Get rid of unwanted programs safely. This is the correct way to uninstall a program from your computer.
Clean Your LCD Screen How To Do It Properly
Remove Dust From your Computer Power Supply
Backup your files and data Which storage devices are available
Format your spare hard drive Format your hard drive in Windows XP
Speed up your computer 15 steps to
Windows Registry Why you need to clean it
Startup Programs stop them from making your startup slow
Upgrade Memory Install extra ram into your computer
Organize your Computer Why is it important and how to do it
Disable programs from starting with msconfig
How to delete folder items from the recently viewed list in the start menu
How to clear and delete the run box history list that pops up
How to export or copy a task from task scheduler in Windows
Top 10 Tips to protect yourself against computer viruses
Learn the tricks to computer maintenance and save big bucks!
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