PC Villa

    We all know that without the Operating System, no system can operate !!!  As simple as that may sound, if your Operating System is compromised then your will likely face some hitches while using your system.                    Windows Logo Source     Using an activated Windows Operating System comes with a cost but many people prefer to bypass paying Microsoft. Microsoft will actually let you use unactivated Windows but with limitations. Is it then safe to use a pirated copy of Windows?  I will highlight some of the pitfalls one might encounter while using a pirated copy of Windows: 1. Your system might be prone to cyber attacks.      It actually doesn't go without a cost using a pirated Windows OS. The hacker that cracked the software might have added viruses, malware, keyloggers or ransomware that can expose you to cyber attacks. If you store confidential documents on your system, then you have entered a bargain with such hacker. Windows Defender will also not re

Have you ever tried installing a program to your computer and you really got stucked trying to do so? What could have gone wrong? In today's computer software maintenance tip, I'd discuss what could have been the problem and possible solutions. The possible problems could be: 1. Virus on your system. 2. The software is infected with virus and your computer antivirus is blocking the installation of the program. 3. The program is not compatible with the architectural design of your computer CPU.  4. The operating system of your computer is corrupt. Okay now you've known what the problem could have been. I'll like to discuss a little about problems 3 and 4. For Problem 3 : There are two architectural designs for a computer CPU. They are x32 bits and x64 bits . If you're trying to install a 64 bits program on a 32 bits system, it will definitely not install. Incompatible Software Error on Windows You might ask " then what should I do ?". It'

You couldn't have done without those Gigabytes , Terabytes or even Petabytes ... of Hard Disk Drive(HDD) or Solid State Drive (SSD) storage on your computer!!! They help you store those videos, music, pictures, documents and many other things you use them for.  You need to care about the health of your computer storage device. They do need some checkups too because they also have life span... I recommend you use CrystalDiskInfo to monitor the health of your storage device.   Download CrystalDiskInfo. I'll advise you download the zip file of the Standard version and extract it. Make sure you select the right architecture before you run the application.  Read also  Computer Storage Optimization The application will display the health and temperature of your HDD or SSD. It can as well display the health of an external HDD or SSD. You'll also see the number of times you've powered on your HDD or SSD and also the hours and days it has operated.  If you see " Good &q

I'll be showing you what key(s) to press to get to your system's BIOS Settings. The easiest way to get into your BIOS settings is to press the key(s) listed below for your system brand when your PC is coming up immediately you power it on.  You should continually press the key before operating system loads. Different brands of systems have different key press to get into BIOS settings. Read also:  Computer Storage Optimization HP - F10 or F1 Dell - F2 or F12 (one-time boot) Acer - Delete key (Del) or F2 MacBook - "Command" + "Option" + "O" + "F" Lenovo - F1 or F2 Asus - F9 Toshiba - F2 (in most cases), Esc key for 3 seconds if F2 doesn't work after restarting and then F1 key if prompted, Del. Compaq - F10 Sony - F2 Samsung - F2 N.B .: The easiest and safest way to get into your system's BIOS is to first shut it down, power it on and press the right key for your system brand. Did I omit a system brand? Do well to tell m

I'll like to discuss about a common problem faced when using two or more CD-ROMs or Hard disk drives in a system unit.     When two hard disks, for example, are connected to the motherboard with one SATA, PATA or IDE cable, there's possibility for one of the two to read/write.     It might not be that the other that can't read/write is faulty. You can also read a about  Computer Storage Optimization . Checking up connected devices in BIOS settings might even display just one of the hard disks. If both CD-ROMs or Hard disk drives are ascertained of being in perfect condition then the problem might be the JUMPER SETTINGS.       What are jumpers and how can you identify them on your CD-ROMs or Hard disk drives?      Jumpers are conductors for bridging circuit. They are used to permit some settings. You can find jumpers at the back of your CD-ROM or Hard disk drive in some pins. The pins are usually four in number.  Warning: Be careful when removing those kind of jumpers becaus