Knowing the difference between HDMI and USB qualifies me as the local tech “expert,” so folks often invite me around to fix their computer problems. I’ll let you into a little secret, though: Most of ...

When it comes to technological items, I have a simple way to fix them. I ask my engineer friend George, who sneers at me in as kind a way as he can and gives me simple instructions. Then, with just ...

It’s a new year, so it’s time to get organized and set yourself up for success. But If your computer seems like it’s been extra sluggish and crashing a lot lately, it’s time to take care of the ...

Don't worry—this doesn't necessarily mean it's about to die. Here are some things you can check Reviewed by Chris Selph Computer buzzing sounds are usually harmless and easy to fix, but there's always ...

After your computer goes into sleep mode, it's supposed to wake up within seconds once you press a key or move your mouse. When your computer won't come out of sleep mode, the problem could be caused ...

There's nothing more fulfilling than explaining a complicated computer fix to an audience of admirers at a party. Talk slowly and in a deep voice. Speak knowingly about interrupts, DIMMS, SIMSS and ...

You can fix many software problems with your computer, provided you have access to it. Some disruptions, however, disable your ability to fix them. This occurs ...

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The No Man’s Sky Next Update added in a ton of amazing content, from graphical improvements to awesome new ship designs. It also added in a fair amount of bugs, some of which are hampering a large ...

This column could put me out of business as a tech columnist. But it’s increasingly apparent – based on the sad emails I get each day – that it needs to be said. Please stop tinkering with your ...

The holidays are quickly approaching, and if you’re the one that gets stuck fixing your grandma’s computer while everyone else socializes at the family gathering, we salute you. Here’s how to fix it ...

If you’ve used a computer for a fairly long period of time then there’s a good chance that you’ve felt it getting slower over time. If you’re using it on a fairly regular basis, it’s going to feel ...