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First Computer Invented 
The first modern computer was actually invented during World War II when a team of scientists and engineers at the University of Pennsylvania invented a general-purpose electronic digital calculator.  >> more
 
What is JavaScript 
One thing to clear up before going any further is the difference between Java and JavaScript. Some people mistakenly think that JavaScript is the same thing as Java  >> more
 
Backing Up Your Hard Drive 
Backing up your hard drive is the single most important thing you can do to protect your computer. Surprisingly, only about 10 percent of PC users actually have a good backup procedure in place.  >> more
 
Why You Should Encrypt Your Wireless Router 
Unfortunately, for many ordinary computer owners, the complexity of dealing with a wireless network causes them to put the security issue on the back burner.  >> More
 
Buying a New Computer 
When buying a new PC the best thing you can do is shop around. There is a lot of competition for PC sales, so shopping around will help you find a great deal. Make sure you determine exactly what your needs are first, and then start looking for a system that will satisfy all of your computing needs.  >> more
 
Selecting a Computer Monitor 
Your monitor can be the single most expensive component of your computer system. This means a lot of money can be either spent, or saved, on this purchase depending on the choice you make.  >> more
 
Blue Screen Of Death - How Do I Fix It 
Sometimes this problem will go away with a simple reboot and you may never see the blue screen again. But more typically, the Blue Screen of Death is an indication of something serious  >> more
 
What Is Error 663 and How to Fix It 
If you are using a dial up modem then you may be familiar with the 663 modem error. This is a common error seen by people using dial up connections.  >> more
 
Keylogger Software – Is Your Spouse Spying On You 
A keylogger is a program that runs in the background hidden from the user that can record every keystroke. It stores all this information in a file for later retrieval.  >> more
 
How Do Websites Use Cookies 
The main benefit of cookies is that they can actually help you to navigate websites, especially the ones that you make purchases from, or fill out forms on. Cookies can remember this information so that you do not have to fill it out repeatedly every time you make a new purchase.  >> more
 
 
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