Computers and Electronics 2024, November

This wikiHow teaches you how to convert a Microsoft Excel (.XLS) file to the.DAT format on a Windows computer. You'll need to convert the.XLS file to a.CSV (comma separated values) format first, then convert it to a.DAT file through an application like Notepad.

This wikiHow teaches you how to disable BitLocker encryption on a Windows computer. BitLocker is a feature included in almost all Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions of Windows 10. If you are unable to decrypt the hard drive to disable BitLocker, use the BitLocker recovery key to unlock the hard drive.

This article teaches you how to fix the Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) on a Windows computer. A BSOD is usually the result of a software, hardware, or setup error, meaning that this condition can be corrected. However, in some cases, the BSOD appears due to a faulty operating system or hardware in the computer, which means that you need to reinstall the computer's operating system or take it to a repair shop for repair.

Do you have Windows XP without a genuine serial key? Don't worry -- with a few mouse clicks and a little ingenuity, you'll be able to make your Windows XP authentic for good. See Step 1 below to get started. Step Step 1. Click Start select Run Step 2.

Windows 10 creates temporary files when you use an application (such as Microsoft Word) for your convenience. However, in a day the computer can create hundreds of temporary files, which will fill the hard disk (hard drive). When opening a document with Ms Word, a temporary copy of the document will be created every few minutes.

Your Windows 7 registry contains all the “blueprints” in your Windows installation. If your registry is damaged, then the possible cause could be bad drivers, failed uninstallation, or a variety of other causes. You can fix this right away by performing a system restore to a time when your computer was running fine.

This wikiHow teaches you how to diagnose and solve common problems that occur when shutting down a Windows computer, either by applying general solutions or by troubleshooting specific components of your computer's software. Step Part 1 of 6:

Has your Windows installation really been corrupted? If you've tried everything to fix it, the only option left may be to format the computer's drive and reinstall Windows (or another operating system). Formatting a computer drive will erase all data on it, so only do this as a last resort.

This wikiHow teaches you how to watch a fully made version of Star Wars using ASCII characters (by computer users who seem to have too much free time) through a Command Prompt window on Windows or Terminal on a Mac. Step Method 1 of 2:

If you want an XAMPP module (e.g. Apache, PHP, or MySQL) to run automatically when Windows starts, you must add the XAMPP Control Panel to the Startup folder. This wikiHow teaches you how to make the XAMPP Control Panel run automatically when Windows starts, and how to choose which XAMPP module to open automatically.

This wikiHow teaches you how to delete temporary files from a Windows 7 computer. To delete them, you must first enable the "Show Hidden Files" feature. After that, you can delete temporary files from your computer's application, Windows, and internet cache folders.

Permissions in Windows 7 define which users can access, modify, and delete files and folders. Each file and folder on your Windows computer has its own permission settings. Changing permissions allows you to lock or unlock files for users on your computer.

If Windows 7 only displays a black screen after returning from hibernation or sleep, there are several things that could be causing this problem. The cause could be improper hardware configuration, video drivers that are not updated, or computer BIOS settings that are not optimal.

This wikiHow teaches you how to write and save a basic batch file on a Windows computer. This file contains a series of DOS (Windows language) commands and is usually created to automatically activate frequently used commands, such as file transfer.

The Dell Inspiron 15 is a Windows-based computer available under the Windows 8 or Windows 7 operating system. The Inspiron 15 can be turned off using the "shut down" command or by pressing the Power button when the computer is unresponsive.

Windows 8 has operating system repair features that are much easier than previous versions of Windows. You can use the “Refresh” feature to reinstall Windows without losing any personal files. You can also use the “System Restore” feature to restore Windows to the last date when it was still working fine.

This wikiHow teaches you how to remove Windows 7 from a Windows computer. If you want to remove Windows 7 from a regular computer, the only way to do that is to install another operating system to replace it. If there is more than one version of Windows-or multiboot (multiboot)- on your computer (such as Windows 10 and Windows 7), you can delete Windows 7 and leave only one operating system.

When your downloaded data accumulates, the data will take up storage space that can be useful for other data. Cleaning your download data regularly will help you increase your storage space and make it easier for you to find the data you need.

By upgrading Windows, you will have new settings and tools, as well as generally better Windows capabilities. Fortunately, upgrading can be done faster than ever before because everything can be done online. This wikiHow teaches you how to upgrade from Windows 7 to Windows 10.

This wikiHow teaches you how to fix the black screen that appears when your computer loads Windows 7. This problem is also known as the Black Screen of Death (KSOD). Step Method 1 of 3: Running Windows Explorer Step 1. Run Windows until a black screen appears You may be able to force the computer to load the Windows Explorer program.

Even though Microsoft officially no longer supports this operating system, there are still many computers around the world that use Windows XP. What happens if any user of this system forgets their password? You can't recover a lost password, but there are several ways to create a new password for anyone using this operating system, even administrator accounts.

This wikiHow teaches you how to delete computer files using the Command Prompt. Step Part 1 of 2: Preparing the Files You Want to Delete Step 1. Find the file you want to delete If you know the location of the file you want to delete, you can find it by opening the directory (folder) that contains it.

Adding a microphone to your computer will further enrich its functionality. In the market, there are various types and brands of microphones, and users also use the microphone in different ways. Therefore, in order to find suitable microphone settings, it is recommended that you test the microphone and adjust the settings accordingly.

Volume glitches are a common problem with Windows computers. This problem can usually be resolved by adjusting the computer's volume settings or reinstalling the audio driver. This wikiHow teaches you how to fix volume and sound problems on a Windows computer.

Windows 8 includes a built-in location platform that sends your regional location information to applications, web pages, and networks. While it can tailor ads and content to your needs, it can also be annoying at times. You can easily change or disable regional location settings through the Control Panel program.

This wikiHow teaches you the various ways to open files on a Windows computer. If you have an application that was used to create the file, you can open the file through that application. You can also browse files through the Windows File Explorer program or the “Documents” folder.

Since Windows 95, the Windows operating system allows you to start your computer in command line mode. You've probably seen a black screen with a text box when you turn on your computer. The screen is a command line window. If your computer is having problems, you can use command line mode to diagnose and manage files.

The system restore feature, which is enabled by default on all versions of Windows, automatically creates a folder called "System Volume Information" on each drive that is protected by the operating system. This drive includes a Windows format USB flash drive that is connected to the PC.

This wikiHow teaches you how to zoom in or out on the taskbar icon in Windows 7. The workbar icon is the icon on the bar at the bottom of your computer screen. You can safely adjust the properties of the workbar icons and set the screen resolution from the Control Panel.

If your computer is starting to run slowly, it may be time to defragment your computer's hard disk (aka hard drive). Fragmentation can slow down a computer and take up available free space. Follow this guide to defragment your hard drive with a Windows XP system.

This wikiHow teaches you how to repair Windows 7 using the Startup Repair tool. If for some reason the Startup Repair tool cannot solve the problem, you can use the System Restore feature to restore Windows to a date when the operating system was still functioning properly.

This wikiHow teaches you how to use the Command Prompt program in Windows to copy files or folders. Step Part 1 of 3: Preparing for Copy Step 1. Find out the location of the file you want to copy You'll need the location of the file (known as a "

This wikiHow teaches you how to close and disable the built-in onscreen text reader feature on Windows computers. Step Part 1 of 2: Closing the Narrator Window Step 1. Use a combination of keyboard shortcuts If you have a special keyboard shortcut for Narrator (this setting is enabled by default), you can close Narrator while this feature is active by holding down Ctrl and Win while pressing Enter.

This wikiHow teaches you how to make your own custom made clothes in the online game of Roblox. You must have subscribed to the Builder's Club service in order to upload and wear your own clothes, as well as earn Robux by making clothes. Step Part 1 of 2:

This wikiHow teaches you how to keep Windows updated using the Windows Update Tool. While most updates will install automatically on Windows 10, you can run the update tool yourself to see if any updates need to be made. Step Method 1 of 3:

Quick Switch (Fast Switch) in the game Counter-Strike allows you to instantly select a weapon when pressing the appropriate number keys on the keyboard without having to confirm the selection. This feature can be enabled from the developer console, and in the menus of some versions.

This wikiHow teaches you how to clean-install Windows 8 on a PC. This means, Windows 8 will be the only operating system on the computer. The Windows 8 installation process is slightly different from the Windows 8.1 installation process which is the latest version of Windows 8.

This wikiHow teaches you how to customize the appearance of a Minecraft character. You can do this on computer, mobile, and console versions of Minecraft. Step Method 1 of 3: On a Desktop Computer Step 1. Visit the Minecraft Skindex site Go to http:

Are you tired of a certain Sim, or want ghosts and gravestones in the game? There are many ways to end a Sim's life, especially if you have an expansion pack. Step Method 1 of 3: Killing Sims in Game Master Step 1. Kill with fire Buy a cheap stove or grill, and set up a Sim with low cooking skills to cook with those cheap tools.

Do you want to install Windows Vista on an old computer? Maybe your computer is running slow and you want to reinstall it. Installing Vista is quick and largely automated, and with a little preparation the installation process can be completed in about an hour.