Try these simple solutions to computer problems » Ventura County Star

Try these simple solutions to computer problems » Ventura County Star: "Sometimes it helps to be simple-minded when it comes to fixing a computer. I've watched readers get in deep trouble trying to use tips and advice they've found in online forums."

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How to See if Your Hard Drive is Dying - How-To Geek

How to See if Your Hard Drive is Dying - How-To Geek: "Hard drives use S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) to gauge their own reliability and determine if they’re failing.  You can view your hard drive’s S.M.A.R.T. data and see if it has started to develop problems."

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Five things to know as you get started with Vine | How To - CNET

Five things to know as you get started with Vine | How To - CNET: "As a social network built on keeping things short and sweet, it's no surprise that Twitter released today a secondary app that lets users (Twitter and otherwise) shoot and upload 6-second videos."

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Unauthorized unlocking of smartphones becomes illegal Saturday | Crave - CNET

Unauthorized unlocking of smartphones becomes illegal Saturday | Crave - CNET: "For all you polyamorous types out there who don't like the long-term monogamy demanded by most American wireless carriers when it comes to smartphones, I have bad news."

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Google Slides is Now Available in Offline Mode - How-To Geek

Google Slides is Now Available in Offline Mode - How-To Geek: "This past year Google Docs became available for use in offline mode and now Google Slides has joined in on the offline mode goodness. You can create, edit, comment on, and present your Slides offline as needed, then enjoy syncing goodness when you connect back online."

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How to Use a Windows Installer Disc to Back Up Your Files When Your Computer Won’t Boot - How-To Geek

How to Use a Windows Installer Disc to Back Up Your Files When Your Computer Won’t Boot - How-To Geek: "If Windows won’t boot, recovering your files can be a headache.  You do n0t have to pull the hard drive or use a Linux live CD – you can use a Windows installer disc to quickly back up your files."

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How to make your own wrist-rest | PCWorld

How to make your own wrist-rest | PCWorld: "If you spend a lot of time at your computer, and I know you do, a wrist-rest is a must.

Especially during these winter months, when desks, tabletops, and other work surfaces tend to get chilly. Of course, a properly elevated wrist is also less likely to develop repetitive-stress problems."

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AT&T's U-verse blacks out for days in several U.S. states | Internet & Media - CNET News

AT&T's U-verse blacks out for days in several U.S. states | Internet & Media - CNET News: "As users turned on their TVs or went online earlier this week, they realized they couldn't. Apparently, the carrier is experiencing a massive outage due to a faulty software upgrade."

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Best cell phones - CNET Reviews

Best cell phones - CNET Reviews: "No-contract carriers sell mobile phones at full retail prices, but you can save money in the long run with cheaper monthly rates. Follow the links at the left to drill deeper into our favorite mobile phones by type. These lists change frequently, so check back!"

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What Is the Difference Between 1080p and 1080i? - How-To Geek

What Is the Difference Between 1080p and 1080i? - How-To Geek: "HDTV displays and HD media content are labeled with the designation 1080p and 1080i, but what exactly does that designation mean and how does it impact your purchasing and watching decisions?"

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