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Chuck currently assists network administrators troubleshooting software and server issues. Chuck does freelance writing for several websites and is an MVP at Nero. Chuck will also tackle some non-technical subjects from time to time. *Chuck was an official

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Computers & Technology > MP3 Players Ways to put music on an iPod: 1 of 5
Playing MP3 music in your car allows you to add several albums on one CD. It's very easy. Read my article to find out what you how. Things You'll Need: Car deck that plays MP3 and/or WMA files CD burner and software CDR blank media Step 1: Check the car deck's owner manual or look at the faceplate closely for logos of MP3 or... More..
Computers & Technology > Computer Maintenance How to find out what is running during computer startup: 1 of 4
Different operating systems have different ways of showing this. But this article will cover Windows XP and Windows Vista. TIP: Rebooting your PC will clear out anything that you started since your last reboot, but for this article lets just cover the steps. Windows XP Startup List The best place to start is with the startup... More..
Computers & Technology > Computer Maintenance How to accelerate the speed of your PC: 17 of 65
MrChuck's Computer Speed Boosters Video Processing, games and other PC applications can be very demanding. Here are my professional tips to keep the speed up. #1. Add a 2nd hard drive and use it as your destination for video output file creation. You can also install applications or games here or use it as destination for an... More..
Computers & Technology > Peripherals & Accessories How to add a second monitor to your PC: 2 of 5
Setup Extended Desktop (in plain English) or Add a 2nd monitor to your Computer Extended desktop is 2 or more monitors displaying as a single computer desktop. Once you use for a week, you can't live without it. Here's how to set it up quick and easy. Things You'll Need: Windows 2000 or newer dual-head (output) video card 2 ... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rescue & Adoption Tips for adopting a second cat: 8 of 18
How to Pick the Right Kitten Step 1: Before you go out to select a cat, think about what you want from your new pet. Do you want a "lap-cat"? A playful-cat?, an independent cat? Step 2: Visit your Local Humane Society. Once in the Cat area of your humane society, wash your hands and wash them often. The idea is to avoid spre... More..
Entertainment > TV Networks & Industry The Dumbo's guide to digital TV: 4 of 7
Our world is filled with analog televisions just like the one you probably own right now. Its been a long time coming with several false starts for the deadline to hand back the bandwidth currently used for our network TV channels. It looks like its really going to happen this time and all TV owners need to take it seriously... More..
Computers & Technology > Operating Systems Tips for installing Windows XP: 6 of 10
How to Avoid Reactivating Windows XP After A Reinstall There are many reasons for avoiding the Microsoft activation. But how do you do it. Well read my article and you will be able to re-install windows without a major hardware change and there will be no re-activation. InstructionsDifficulty: Moderately Easy Step 1: Open My... More..
Computers & Technology > Home Theater Tips for putting together a custom home theater: 6 of 9
How to Build a Home Theater PC ( HTPC) Things You'll Need: Big screen TV or projector that accepts VGA, DVI, or HDMI input Fast Computer to modify or money to build a fresh one. Windows XP Media Center or VISTA PREMIUM. Step 1: Lets start with a basic hardware list. This is a strong starting point and or course faster is alw... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Access & Providers How to prepare your home before you create a wireless network: 3 of 4
How to Improve the Speed and Range of Your Wireless Network WIFI looks attractive while on the shelf but how well does it work in real life? This article will help you overcome the common pitfalls of wireless networks and give you an idea of what to expect from your wireless network. Things You'll Need: 2 or more computers I... More..
Health & Fitness > Autism Why autism screenings are being recommended at younger ages: 4 of 5
Why autism screenings are being recommended at younger ages? Its been well documented and I've seen it with my autistic child and the children of parents I've met. Early intervention changes lives. The biggest obstacle to early intervention is early diagnosis. This obstacle is a direct result of parents talking themselves in... More..