The PC Help Center

General

• What is the difference between a backslash and a forward slash?
• Can I import analog video into my computer?
• What does the "i" stand for in iMac, iPod, and other Apple products?
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Hardware

• How close should I put two computer towers next to each other?
• What key do I press to enter the BIOS at startup?
• What is the difference between a router and a modem?
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Software

• How do I fix DPC Watchdog Violation errors in Windows 8?
• How do I access and edit the Windows registry?
• Why do some software programs come in 1 PC and 3 PC editions?
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Storage

• How do I transfer my files to a new computer?
• What should I do if my hard drive is going bad?
• How do I copy my primary hard drive to a new hard drive?
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Displays

• How do I connect my laptop to an HDTV?
• What does "OSD Locked" mean?
• Why is monitor's screen blank when I start up my computer?
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Laptops

• How do I change the battery charging threshold on my laptop?
• Can I add a TV tuner to my laptop?
• What should I look for when buying a laptop?
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Internet

• Why do other people have the same IP address as me?
• How do I clear my history and other saved data from my web browser?
• Why is my Internet connection slower than the maximum speed of my modem?
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The Web

• How do I disable my browser's pop-up blocker?
• Why won't Java applets run in my Web browser?
• What are environment variables used by Web servers?
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Email

• Why do question marks show up in my emails?
• Why won't some links open in email messages?
• Is it possible to read my email on another computer besides my own?
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