The NT FileSystem (default for most Windows operating system versions) has features such as journaling that make it somewhat resistant to file system errors. However these may occur. Errors can (most times) be repaired by using system-provided tools, unless of course if they prevent you from booting the system.
This wikiHow teaches you how to fix a disk error on a corrupted or damaged hard drive. You can do this on both Windows and Mac computers. Keep in mind that hard drives which have been damaged physically cannot be repaired with software. Instead they will need to be taken into a professional data recovery service.
Formatting a hard drive allows you to use it on your computer to store files and install programs on. The format you choose for the drive determines the drive's compatibility. Formatting a drive will erase all of the data currently on the drive, so ensure you have everything you need backed up. Learn how to format a second (or third, or fourth...) drive from within Windows and OS X, as
This wikiHow teaches you how to create a System Restore point on your Windows or Mac computer.
While Ubuntu may not be your operating system of choice, it can be extremely useful in situations where one is unable to boot into his or her Mac or Windows partition. Mounting a regular partition is fairly straightforward in Ubuntu, but mounting a TrueCrypt-encrypted volume can be a little tricky, especially for users not familiar with Ubuntu.
If Windows is crashing on you consistently, this could either be an issue with a specific piece of software or a more generalized computer performance problem. Performing regular maintenance checks can help prevent freezing, and immediate freeze issues can often be solved by freeing up processor speed and performing large scale diagnostics. This guide discusses ways to increase your
Is your computer slowing down, whizzing and whirring as it tries to keep up with you? Before you spend hundreds or even thousands on a new computer, you may find it only takes a few simple steps to make your Windows or Mac computer run faster.
Temporary files are created as safeguards against errors, accidental shut-downs, and other interruptions amidst running programs. While these files help you quickly recover your information, they also take up random access memory (RAM), which can cause your computer to run slower than normal. You can clear your temporary files cache on PC by using Disk Cleanup or by deleting the
This wikiHow teaches you how to defragment a hard drive in any version of Windows.
This wikiHow teaches you how to increase the size of the icons on your computer's desktop so you can view them more clearly.
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