The issue with swapping Panasonic’s CD/DVD out for a DVD R/W is that Panasonic makes their CD/DVD drives as a master at the factory. Almost all other manufacturers make theirs as cable select. Simply swapping drive for drive will cause your CF-27, CF-28 or CF-29 Toughbook to have an error upon boot… If it even boots at all. This is a very easy “How-To!” All the hard work has been done… Figuring out how to do it! The whole operation can be done in about 30 minutes with a few simple t...
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ReadyBoost is a new feature that first included in Windows Vista & Windows 7 with the aim to speed up Vista & Windows 7performance. ReadyBoost is actually an disk caching technology that uses flash memory on a USB 2.0 drive, Secure Digital (SD), CompactFlash (CF), Memory Stick, MMC card, or other form of USB flash memory, USB flash drive or USB key, as extra virtual memory in order to boost system performance and make system more responsive. The theory is that flash drive which has no me...

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Windows Key


The Windows key has this picture on it:

It's located between your CTRL & ALT keys.

Here are some common windows keyboard shortcuts (you'll need a "windows" keyboard to try these)

Hold down the "windows" key and press:

M - Minimizes all windows

SHIFT - M - Un...

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While buying a new personal computer, which is the one thing that matters above anything else? It's the computer's central processing unit (CPU) or processor. The silicon based processor chips are the brains of a computer that control every single function of the computer. The choice of processor decides the speed of computing and its multitasking ability. If you are planning to buy a new desktop or laptop computer, you would want to know which is the best computer processor to buy in ...
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What do you look for when you go to purchase a desktop computer or laptop computer for yourself. Of course, the answer is configuration. Besides, various computer manufacturers offer such good configurations at such reasonable prices that you really need to make a very wise decision before choosing between any of them. Now, without wasting much time any more on the reasons why should this article on computer parts information be written, let us straight away get into the details of the...
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Is quad core faster than dual core? How will a change to quad core affect my computer performance? Without going into deep technical details I try to answer these questions through a quad core vs dual core comparison.

The computer chip is the brain of a computer and its speed of operation is directly proportional to its clocking frequency (measured in Gigahertz nowadays). More the transistors on a chip, more is its clocking frequency. So for many years, microprocessor manufacturing g...
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If you are planning to buy a new desktop or laptop, you will notice the names of three new Intel created processor lines named core i3, core i5, and core i7 in the specifications. If you are undecided on whether to opt for the old core 2 duo models or go for these new lines, this article might help you decide. After reading through this article, you won't feel the need to make an Intel core i3 vs core 2 duo comparison. So how do the i3, i5 and i7 lines differ and what more do they offe...
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Intel has completely revamped its manufacturing process and rolled out a completely new family of processors in the form of the core i3, core i5 and core i7 series. The broad processor range, spread over three classes is designed to cater to the varying computing needs of various consumers. These three series also include a separate mobile processor line. If you are planning to buy a new laptop or desktop computer and are in a dilemma about whether to opt for an core i3 or core i5 chip...
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There was a time when figuring out Intel's computer microprocessors used to be simple. This is a part of the history of computer processors when Pentium series of chips were rolled out by Intel, which were progressively faster than their predecessors and all you looked at was the clocking speed. However, the introduction of dual core and later quad core changed it all. Multithreading came with the introduction of multiple cores and computing was taken to a new level. However, the slew o...
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Intel has launched its new family of processors quite recently that has redefined all notions related to computing performance. This new family of processors consists of three classes - core i3, core i5 and core i7. While the Intel core i3 series has been made to cater to the entry level desktop and laptop computer market, the core i5 series is aimed at the mid level computing segment. The core i7 series is stuffed with high performance processors that can serve the high end market. Ev...
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We live in the times where computing power, once available only at the level of super computers, has been made available to the common man. The forerunner in the race, who's probably miles ahead of its competitors is the computing giant Intel. According to the needs of computer users, Intel delivers chips with varying degrees of power and clocking speed. These include the entry level, mid level and high end processors. The latest entry level Intel chips to hit the market are the core i3...
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When it comes to the debate on computer processors, there is no battle bigger than the one fought between AMD Vs Intel. These are the 2 behemoths of the computer processor industry, and every single machine is using one of these 2 chips. With each passing year, both these companies are constantly trying to outdo each other and eat into the others market share, but at the end of each financial year it seems like nothing has changed, as both of them are firmly sticking to their guns. The...
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The central processing unit (CPU) is to computers what brain is to human beings. If the CPU does not function properly, a 22 inch LCD monitor would be absolutely futile. The point, therefore is that there is no use of 'beauty without brains'! Jokes apart, though, in computers, the processor is what you pay for the most, and then the other things follow suit. Talking of processors, Intel and AMD processors are the ones selling like hot cakes in the market. Which one is better, depends on...
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The advancing of computers and the related technologies, has brought vast changes in the software and hardware of the computer. The computer hardware constitutes the programs that run in the computer. The computer hardware constitutes the monitor, keyboard and all the peripheral devices that are connected to the computer. Updating the existing software and hardware is the need of the day.

Computer Software Installation

The operating system of your computer is an important factor to be c...
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In an age where computers are being used for everything ranging from communication to cooking and from entertainment to education, you simply cannot afford to remain ignorant about computer technology any more. Change is inevitable. Times change, situations change and so do we. Updating our knowledge and skills is a must if we wish to keep up with the world. On that note, here are some computer hardware basics to welcome you into the wonderful world of computers.

Computer Hardware Basi...
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Computer has lately become an indispensable part of our lives. Almost all the households in United States either own or have access to a computer. We depend on this machine for most of our day-to-day activities, on the professional as well as personal front. Being machines, computers are also subject to various problems. Sometimes you may run into some software or hardware related issues with your computer at a point wherein you need to do some urgent work. In such a scenario, possessi...
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The computer hardware includes devices such as the mouse, keyboard, monitor, printer, scanner, etc. All are machines, and can at some or the other time fail to function. However, you can perform some basic computer troubleshooting tips to make them functional. If they don't seem to work with the troubleshooting tools, you need to send them for hardware repair. Let's discuss some of the computer troubleshooting tips that can generally be used.

Monitor

If the monitor is not working, usi...
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Refurbished laptops are a good option for deal-seeking consumers, as they provide like-new (albeit used) products at significant discounts. Though the idea of shopping for a used computer might seem unusual, refurbished laptops are nothing to be scared of. They're just as capable, and perhaps even more reliable, than a brand new laptop right from the store.


What are refurbished laptops?

Refurbished is often seen as something of a dirty word. Many consumers are wary of putting their faith...
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Having a bootable USB is very essential, especially if you are a Netbook user. Using bootable USB to install an operating system (OS) not only makes the installation faster, but also saves a DVD.

For starters this is still a new science and many people have had good luck with at least one of these methods and others have not. Note that flash drives are often also called thumb drives, keychain drives, pendrives, etc. The NEWEST methods are listed last on this page, starting with Method 6...

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