You’ve been given a computer that was previously running Windows XP, and you’ve been asked to install Windows Vista. The computer has a 1 GHz processor, 512 MB of RAM, and 15 GB of free disk space. Can these components support the minimum requirements for Windows Vista?
One of the best ways to solve a computer problem is to avoid it in the first place. In this video, you’ll learn some common ways to keep your computer in peak operating condition.
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The popularity of portable technology has created a constantly moving computing environment, and it has brought with it a number of unique challenges. In this video, you’ll learn the troubleshooting skills necessary to solve problems related to portable power, video, keyboards, wireless networks, and much more.
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Troubleshooting a printing problem can be one of the most frustrating tasks you’ll encounter. There are a lot of “moving parts” associated with the printing process, but understanding the fundamentals can greatly improve your chances for success. In this video, you’ll learn how to manage print jobs, reset the print spooler, print test pages, and adjust printer properties and settings.
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When problems occur, you’ll want to have as many resources as possible at your disposal. In this video, we’ll discuss some of the best sources of documentation to use when troubleshooting.
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Hardware issues can impact performance, cause application glitches, or render a PC completely unusable. In this video, you’ll learn how to identify hardware problems such as excessive heat, noise issues, and audible alerts. << Previous Video: Operating System IssuesNext: Documentation and Resources >>
What can go wrong with an operating system? A lot. In this video, you’ll learn what to do when you run into problems like the dreaded “blue screen of death,” system lock-ups, installation errors, and printing problems.
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You’d like to configure a computer so that it won’t start the operating system unless the correct password is provided. What’s the best way to accomplish this?
You’re reading through the hardware documentation on a new laptop, and you notice that one of the ports is identified as a DE-15. What is the most common use of a DE-15 port?
One of your clients has deleted a critical system file from the Windows boot partition, and now the operating system won’t start. Which of these options provides you with the best method to replace the files?
