All articles from Computing

    March 2022

    16 March
    • How to reinstall Qualcomm Atheros wifi driver

      If you noticed your wifi stopped working, or you accidentally or purposefully uninstalled your Qualcomm Atheros wifi driver, you may need some help to make everything go back to normal. We provide you with several solutions to fix your Qualcomm Atheros wifi driver issues.

    • BIOS ROM checksum error: solution, system halt

      Sometimes, after booting your PC, it will display a BIOS ROM checksum error, preventing your PC from starting. It may be due to some invalid or not accessible data segments. Here we will give you more details about what it is and how to fix it.

    15 March
    • Dell Inspiron time of day: not set, clock stopped

      If when you turn on your Dell Inspiron, you see the message "Time of day clock stopped" and will not change screen, it is most likely a BIOS issue, or the battery attached to the motherboard is faulty. This article explain how you can fix the issue.

    • Intel Core 2 duo overclocking: guide, software

      Overclocking is referred to when the user can change the system parameters to custom values which makes the computer or some of its components work faster than what is specified by the manufacturers. The way Intel Core2Duo is designed leaves a huge potential for overclocking.

    14 March
    • Linux read file line by line: for loop

      This article will introduce the concept of playing a file line by line in Linux with the help of examples and best user tips. We'll walk you through some of the most common errors made when reading a file on the Linux platform, and show you examples of how the for loop and while loop outputs differ. We'll also provide you with some tips and examples on how to initiate a loop, and how to use the while loop output.

    11 March
    • How to disable fast boot: Windows 8, Windows 8.1

      The fast startup mode saves the state of the system at each shutdown and allows you to restart your Windows 8/8.1 tablet, PC or laptop faster. However in return, you won't have access to certain features at startup including access to the BIOS, the boot menu and Safe Mode.

    10 March
    • Identify the processor: Windows, Mac, Linux

      Identifying the processor architecture of your computer system (Windows, Mac, Linux) can be useful to find the configuration and technical capabilities of the PC. This hardware which forms the core of the system can be identified from the system parameters. This article will show you how.

    • Change icon size: Windows 8

      In this article we will explain how to change the size of your icons under Windows 8.1 (this method also works for Windows 7 and Vista).

    • Network architecture: definition, in computer network

      Network architecture refers to the layout of the network, consisting of the hardware, software, connectivity, communication protocols, and mode of transmission (i.e. wired or wireless). This FAQ will introduce you to the concept.

    9 March
    • How to erase CD rw: Windows 7

      Windows 7 can erase rewritable CDs or DVDs without the use of a third party program. In this short guide, we will show you how to do this.

    8 March
    • How to activate a pirated version of Windows?

      You have installed a pirated version of Windows and you have decided to purchase a license of Windows and get on the right side of the law but now you're wondering, how to proceed? Re-install Windows and everything else (software, drivers etc)? Read on for our guide.

    • How to create commands in Linux?

      Linux operating system allows users to create commands and execute them over the command line. To create a command in Linux, the first step is to create a bash script for the command. The second step is to make the command executable. This tutorial will walk you through both steps and show you how to create your own command in Linux.

    • Flashing orange light on HP laptop: WiFi

      Are you unable to connect to your Wi-Fi network, and the Wi-Fi indicator on your laptop is blinking orange? This article will show you how to resolve this issue.

    • Disable tablet PC input panel: Windows 7

      The Tablet PC Input Service is a service that allows any edition of Windows 7 to be installed on a Tablet PC. It also enables users to use an external pen and touch input device. If you would like to disable the Tablet PC Input Service service, under Windows 7, follow this guide.

    7 March
    • How to set up the phone companion app in Windows 10?

      The Windows 10 Microsoft Phone Companion allows you to sync content, calendar events, and documents with Windows, Android, and iOS phones. Learning how to sync your files is the key to improving your productivity when working on multiple devices. Each time you edit a file on a particular device, syncing eliminates the need for you to manually update copies that may exist on your other devices.

    • Disable right click: Windows 10, Windows 11

      Right-click is an important option that allows the user to view properties, access other options and rename, copy or delete a particular file or folder. Sometimes one may want to avoid making any changes to files or folders on the desktop and disable right-click for desktop only. This article will show you how to disable the right click in Windows.