Category Archives: XP

How can I transfer or backup my data?

Posted on January 14, 2010 by admin

Periodically we need to get ourselves a new computer. We also may need to transfer data from the old one to the new computer. Another reason is to backup or copy our data. Ways to back up data Connect an … Continue reading →

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What If I Can’t Open My E-mail Attachment?

Posted on November 2, 2009 by admin

This is a very common problem.  This can also relate to trying to open a document that is sent to you over you office network or through a USB drive or CD or other media. Here is an example: If … Continue reading →

Posted in Computer information, Computer Repair, Desktop computers, E-Mail, Laptop Computers, Operating Sytems, VISTA, Windows 7, XP | Leave a comment

Can I store my files in a different default location other than My Documents?

Posted on July 15, 2009 by admin

First I need to say that when you create a Microsoft Office document such as Word or Excel the default storage location is My Documents folder.  Normally there is no reason to change the targeted location on the average. How can … Continue reading →

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What if My Computer Continuously Types a Letter and Won’t Let Me Log In?

Posted on April 6, 2009 by admin

The reason I am writing this article is because I had a computer with this problem. The first thing that came to mind is that it had a Virus. When the client brought me the laptop he wanted me to … Continue reading →

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How can I repair Windows XP if I can not see a drive letter?

Posted on December 14, 2008 by admin

I have seen this problem several times.  Normally it means you have a drive bigger than the operating system will handle. The first thing to do is check to see if you have Service Pack two or higher.  Service pack … Continue reading →

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