Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Monday, August 30, 2010
Computer Running Slow? 5 Common Computer Problems and Fixes
Computer Running Slow? 5 Common Computer Problems and Fixes
Owning a PC is a lot like owning a car, service it regularly and do regular small repairs and it will run problem free for years. Fail to service it and eventually it will have a major breakdown. Your PC is the same it needs to have regular maintenance done to it so it can run smoothly. Many people fail to do this and instead of having a computer that last 5 to 10 as their designed to, they're lucky to get three years out of it. Unless you like spending money you don't have to there's no reason that your computer shouldn't last five years or more.
If you take the time to do the simple tasks like de-fragmenting your hard drive, emptying cache files and deleting temporary files, registry cleaning and updating software. Your PC should run smoothly and performance should be like new for years. However if you don't do these simply tasks then you'll find your computer having many problems. Here five of the most common problems that people have with their PC's.
1. Crashes, Locking Up and the 'Blue screen of death' Most commonly these problems are caused by spyware. To get rid of this install anti-spyware software or if you already have software installed make sure it's updated to the latest version and run a full scan of your system. Ensure your hardware drivers are up to date. Out of date hardware drivers can cause numerous problems. Often the blue screen of death is caused by a random access memory problem (RAM) when you see this there should be an error code shown. Write this down and take it to you computer supplier who should have a database to check what the problem is.
2. Your computer reboots itself automatically and without warning. This is almost always a hardware issue, usually to do with your cooling system or power supply. Try cleaning out your cooling fans often they get full if dust and dirt. Your computer cannot cool itself and switches off to avoid overheating. If this does not seem to be the case check all the wires in your computer are attached correctly, overtime wires can come loose and cause issues with your power supply.
3. Computers making loud noises. Once again the fans are often the main culprit here being them moving part in your PC. Check they are clean and remove any build up of dirt from them and make sure no loose wires are hanging around the fans. Check all the screws in your computer as often they can work themselves loose and cause pieces of the housing to rattle. If the problem doesn't seem to be a loose wire or fan, it may be a good idea to back up your important data. Hard drives are made up of spinning disks and if they start making unusual noises it can often means there on their last legs. Back up your vital data and have a qualified technician have a look at it.
4. Pops ups keep popping up and your home page/default page has been changed. This is a spyware problem. Commonly known as 'high jacking' Somewhere along the way spyware has been installed on your computer from clicking on a webpage, through an email or one of the other numerous ways. This will require good quality up to date anti-spyware or in some cases anti-virus software to remove.
5. Computer performance has slowed down This is by far the most common complaint. Often it's not a hard fix to get a significant gain in performance by performing a few simple tasks. Deleting all temporary files, de-fragmenting your hard drive, installing updates, using an up to date anti-spyware program and ensuring there aren't numerous programs and services running in the back ground chewing up all your processing power. Doing these simple things will make a huge difference to your PC's performance.
As you can see there are a number of things you can easily do to ensure your PC runs smoothly and problem free. As long as they are performed regularly then your computer should run fast and reliable for years. If you run into serious problems then find a computer repair service with qualified technicians to perform a service on your PC to get it up and running.
Check out my website http://www.perth-computerrepairs.com.au/ for more tips on getting your computer running faster and crashing less.
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If you take the time to do the simple tasks like de-fragmenting your hard drive, emptying cache files and deleting temporary files, registry cleaning and updating software. Your PC should run smoothly and performance should be like new for years. However if you don't do these simply tasks then you'll find your computer having many problems. Here five of the most common problems that people have with their PC's.
1. Crashes, Locking Up and the 'Blue screen of death' Most commonly these problems are caused by spyware. To get rid of this install anti-spyware software or if you already have software installed make sure it's updated to the latest version and run a full scan of your system. Ensure your hardware drivers are up to date. Out of date hardware drivers can cause numerous problems. Often the blue screen of death is caused by a random access memory problem (RAM) when you see this there should be an error code shown. Write this down and take it to you computer supplier who should have a database to check what the problem is.
2. Your computer reboots itself automatically and without warning. This is almost always a hardware issue, usually to do with your cooling system or power supply. Try cleaning out your cooling fans often they get full if dust and dirt. Your computer cannot cool itself and switches off to avoid overheating. If this does not seem to be the case check all the wires in your computer are attached correctly, overtime wires can come loose and cause issues with your power supply.
3. Computers making loud noises. Once again the fans are often the main culprit here being them moving part in your PC. Check they are clean and remove any build up of dirt from them and make sure no loose wires are hanging around the fans. Check all the screws in your computer as often they can work themselves loose and cause pieces of the housing to rattle. If the problem doesn't seem to be a loose wire or fan, it may be a good idea to back up your important data. Hard drives are made up of spinning disks and if they start making unusual noises it can often means there on their last legs. Back up your vital data and have a qualified technician have a look at it.
4. Pops ups keep popping up and your home page/default page has been changed. This is a spyware problem. Commonly known as 'high jacking' Somewhere along the way spyware has been installed on your computer from clicking on a webpage, through an email or one of the other numerous ways. This will require good quality up to date anti-spyware or in some cases anti-virus software to remove.
5. Computer performance has slowed down This is by far the most common complaint. Often it's not a hard fix to get a significant gain in performance by performing a few simple tasks. Deleting all temporary files, de-fragmenting your hard drive, installing updates, using an up to date anti-spyware program and ensuring there aren't numerous programs and services running in the back ground chewing up all your processing power. Doing these simple things will make a huge difference to your PC's performance.
As you can see there are a number of things you can easily do to ensure your PC runs smoothly and problem free. As long as they are performed regularly then your computer should run fast and reliable for years. If you run into serious problems then find a computer repair service with qualified technicians to perform a service on your PC to get it up and running.
Check out my website http://www.perth-computerrepairs.com.au/ for more tips on getting your computer running faster and crashing less.
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Congrats to Pamela and welcome to the world of blogging!
Just a quick note to welcome bloggings newest contributor - PAMELA FARIAS!
Here is her blog: http://pamelaf03.blogspot.com/2010/08/my-very-first-blog.html
If anyone is interested in blogging you can go to www.blogger.com and get a FREE account. Blogger is owned by Google so you use the same log in.
It is easy and quick to set up. You could be writing your first blog in 5 minutes.
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Here is her blog: http://pamelaf03.blogspot.com/2010/08/my-very-first-blog.html
If anyone is interested in blogging you can go to www.blogger.com and get a FREE account. Blogger is owned by Google so you use the same log in.
It is easy and quick to set up. You could be writing your first blog in 5 minutes.
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Saturday, August 28, 2010
Delusional Homeowners That Need to be Bitch Slapped (or HGTV's Real Estate Intervention)
http://www.review-spew.com/2010/08/real-estate-intervention-season-3.html
"I've previously mentioned my obsession with home improvement reality shows.
I enjoy the suffering of others, and this is what drew me to the previous seasons of Real Estate Intervention.
The premise is simple. Take an agressive real estate agent who looks like Richard Moll with a mustache, and send him out with a cute chip-munk faced interior designer to tell people that their home for sale is unbelievably overpriced, and that their house looks like a set from Swiss Family Robinson. (I love that show)
In previous seasons, the producers were adept at finding the most delusional sellers in the country. Many were upside down in their mortgage and asking 30% higher than they should. Mike Aubrey (Richard Moll realtor) would take them around town looking at comparative homes, and a sold comp as well. In the mean-time Sabrina Soto (Chip and Dale-esque designer) would get updates on their selling progress.
Aubrey would generally show them that their house was ridiculously over-priced, and that they needed to take one in the shorts or pull their house off the market. The sellers generally wouldn't listen to his advice, and on the "3 months later update" portion of the show, they usually hadn't sold and were subletting the downstairs bedroom to a family of 9.
Mike Aubrey was the resident hard-ass.
Soto's job on the show was to get coffee with the sellers, and look pretty for the camera.
It actually was a pretty entertaining show.
Not anymore.
This new season (season 3) is fairly similar to the others, but the creators have changed things...and for the worse.
They obviously thought that Soto was under-utilized, and now have half the show dedicated to her redecorating and helping stage the house.
Aubrey doesn't take the sellers to as many houses, and seems to have lost his "Simon Cowell" edge that made the show entertaining.
In addition, most of the sellers are generally likeable, and want to listen to the advice of the show---which usually means the house will sell.
A recent episode had an older couple selling their DC multi-level home for 1.8 million dollars because they had recently purchased a retirement home in Florida. This will not draw in audiences.
I propose that if they renamed the show Trailer Park Intervention and only helped people sell trailers, the show would be a genuine hit. Move over Pawn Stars.
Aubrey would have to grow a mullet to match his psuedo-stache in order to "mesh" with the locals. They would go visit other trailers on the market, but would need to bring mace for the dogs, and marlboro reds to keep the kids busy. Soto gets pregnant, and wears nothing but tube tops. She outfits each trailer with a 6 foot tall felt picture of Jesus, and a neon Schlitz sign for the window to class up the place. Rather than telling the sellers a price for their home, Bull Shannon-copycat instructs them on what would be the best trade for their trailer. '82 Trans Am's would be worth at least a 34 foot double-wide. 6 20 guage shotguns and card good for one VHS rental per month at the corner store would garner at least a 14 foot mobile.
Consider the above paragraph "prior art." Any attempt to steal this idea will be met with yelling and threats of lawsuits.
This feel-goody crap is not as interesting. It's true that Moll-doppleganger still sports his chic mustache, but even that has lost its luster. He drives around in BMW's and other luxury cars rather than a windowless van.
Soto tries to spice things up by wearing dresses that end 12 inches above her kneeline, but I'm not into inter-species relationships.
I tuned into this show for mental stress, financial loss, and credit-ruining circumstances. I'm not getting this anymore. It's officially pulled off my DVR schedule. If you disagree, this show can still be found on HGTV. Search porn-stache in your Tivo, and it should pop up.
1 boring star out of 5."
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Lose Weight How?
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YOU LOST WEIGHT HOW?
A TOE TAP HERE, A WIGGLE THERE CAN ADD UP TO REAL WEIGHT LOSS
Think the only way to really lose weight is to huff, puff and sweat at the gym? Think again. More than a decade's worth of research has shown that simple, everyday movement keeps your metabolism humming. In fact, simply tapping your feet, standing rather than sitting and generally moving a lot more during your day can add up to extra calories burned — as much as 350 more per day than if you're just sitting still. Keep it up and you can burn nearly 37 pounds in a year!
By adding short bursts of activity throughout the day, you can amplify your calorie burn, says fitness expert Chris Freytag. Here are some easy ways to get going.
Crunch in bed. Get a jump-start on flatter abs before you rise and shine. While lying in bed, draw your knees toward your chest 25 to 50 times to rev your energy and tone your belly. Add a set at night to double your fun.
You burn: Up to 20 calories in less than five minutes.
Dance while you dress. Turn up the tunes and get hopping while you dress, brush your hair, put on makeup and get ready for the day.
You burn: Up to 55 calories an hour.
Take a stroll. Make it a rule to wear shoes comfy enough for a long walk, and look for ways to add some strolling throughout your day. For instance, lap the grocery store before you pick up your first item, take a 15-minute midday walk, circle the block before you walk in the door after work or errands, take the stairs whenever you can, or walk around the bleachers or gym during your kids' athletic events.
You burn: Up to 375 calories throughout the day.
Take a stand. Stand up more throughout the day. Take phone calls while on your feet, have quick stand-up meetings with colleagues, eat your lunch while standing, read the mail while stepping in place.
You burn: Up to 200 calories an hour.
Travel in front of the TV. There's no law that says you can only watch TV while sitting on the couch! So get up and get moving while you view your favorite shows. Dance along to "Dancing With the Stars," do jumping jacks during commercials, bend and stretch while tuning in to the weather report.
You burn: Up to 300 calories an hour.
Fuss and fidget. Make it a habit to never sit perfectly still. Instead, bounce your knee at your desk, tap your toes, shift in your seat, pace while you talk on the phone, sway and twist from the waist while at your computer.
You burn: Up to 100 calories throughout the day.
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Monday, August 23, 2010
iRobot: Robot® Roomba® Vacuum Cleaning Robot
The Roomba goes under the cabinets and gets all the fur. It goes under tables chairs and goes along the walls until it comes to a corner and then does a tight turn around the corner. It cuts down on all the dust and allergens in the air. I just tap my toe on the start button before I leave for work, it spends a couple of hours cleaning and when it gets tired, it parks itself back on the charger.
I purchased mine from http://www.woot.com/. WOOT has some really awesome deals. The Roomba's are usually refurbished from the factory, but come with all applicable warranties. WOOT tends to have the Roomba every 4-6 weeks and is worth checking in everyday to get one.
iRobot: Robot® Roomba® Vacuum Cleaning Robot cleans routinely so you don't have to. Shop the iRobot Store for Roomba Vacuum Cleaning Robots.
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Friday, August 20, 2010
Typing the wrong email address!!!!
Because of hectic schedules, it was difficult to coordinate their travel schedules. So, the husband left Minnesota and flew to Florida on Thursday, with his wife flying down the following day.
The husband checked into the hotel. There was a computer in his room, so he decided to send an email to his wife. However, he accidentally left out one letter in her email address, and without realizing his error, sent the email.
Meanwhile, somewhere in Houston , a widow had just returned home from her husband's funeral. He was a minister who was called home to glory following a heart attack. The widow decided to check her email expecting messages from relatives and friends. After reading the first message, she screamed and fainted.
The widow's son rushed into the room, found his mother on the floor, and saw the computer screen which read:
To: My Loving Wife
Subject: I've Arrived
Date: October 16, 2009
I know you're surprised to hear from me. They have computers here now and you are allowed to send emails to your loved ones. I've just arrived and have been checked in.
I've seen that everything has been prepared for your arrival tomorrow. Looking forward to seeing you then!!!! Hope your journey is as uneventful as mine was.
P.S. Sure is freaking hot down here!
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Wednesday, August 18, 2010
How to Deal With a Narcissist
I found this article interesting because although I don't think Narcissism is hereditary, it seems to run in my family. My grandmother always had to stear the conversation to her and my mother downplays her kids feelings unless they further her goals and if you disagree with her she makes sure everyone knows how wrong she thinks you are and turns the family against each other. She also gets very upset if her children communicate without her playing intermediary.
Monday, August 16, 2010
Settling in and getting organized
Well we are settling into our new home. Right now I'd say we are about 80% done. We are settled enough that I've been able to resume cooking, but Jerry still hasn't found the keyboard for his Mac and I can't find the skeleton key for my china cabinet so I can unpack those boxes.
We went to our first HOA Town Hall meeting on Saturday, there wasn't a very big turnout, but Jerry and I were the youngest people there by a couple of decades! While there is definately an older crowd here, everyone is very nice and it is so quiet and peaceful. We can go to the pool or sauna anytime and there's not a bunch of people making a racket.
Saturday, August 14, 2010
Chloe Michelle Jackson (8/14/73 - 8/15/89)
Happy 37th Birthday!
Originally written 1991
You came into my life
A mere acquaintance
Thru time and turmoil
We became friends
As the days wore on
Into many a year
Our friendship grew and
Kept on growing
Over the years our
Bond grew stronger
And soon you were my
Greatest Friend
One would think
We could grow no closer
But yet…
We did
You became part of me
Like a sister
And when you left
A part of me left too
Forever there will be a void
Deep within myself
That no living soul could ever fill
I look forward
With great anticipation
To the day we will unite
Once Again
So I let you go
Not with a goodbye
But with a see you
In the afterlife
-Beth Harrison, 1991
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