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Clean Installation of Windows XP
A clean installation of Windows XP is a great option to consider when choosing an installation method. A clean install wipes the existing hard drive and formats it according to the operating system specifications. This is also known as reformatting. There are many reasons to reformat a hard drive, like for free computer maintenance. Upgrading [...]
Basic Windows Vista Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Windows Vista can be a daunting task especially if the problem is unknown. Computer maintenance is important for every computer and is easily overlooked by many users. Computers become slow down due to a multitude of reasons, some of which are fixable with basic computer troubleshooting skills. Windows Vista provides users with a number [...]
How To Perform A Clean Installation of Windows Vista
Upgrading Windows operating systems has become a nearly painless task over the years, but with Windows Vista a clean installation is always best. However you might be wondering how to perform a clean installation of Windows Vista. Before installing any operating system cleanly there are reasons to consider why this is the best choice and [...]
What Does That Mean? Defining Computer Terms: CPU, memory
“My CPU doesn’t have enough memory and keeps crashing. What computer maintenance software should I use?” FreeComputerMaintenance.com is here again to help break down some of those confusing basic computer terms, to help prevent a slow computer and maintain steady mental operation for yourself. Last time we touched on hard drives, data, and OS (Operation [...]
What Does That Mean? Defining Computer Terms
“Don’t forget to back-up your data before you reformat your hard drive and install your new OS!” Is this complete gibberish to you?
Importance of Backing Up Personal Files and Other Data
One of the most time consuming and tedious parts of regular computer maintenance is backing up personal files and other data. These files go beyond your typical documents and photos but also include Windows settings like desktop wallpapers or layouts for programs like Microsoft Word or your internet browser.
Importance of Windows Firewall
Windows Firewall is not only important for Internet security but also for computer maintenance. Microsoft Windows Firewall works like any traditional digital firewall. Firewalls are a piece of software that manages what programs are allowed to connect with the Internet and which programs are not. Windows Firewall is a piece of software built into Microsoft Windows [...]
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