PC Won't Boot Past Windows

FIRST: If your Operating System is Windows Millennium,turn on the computer and immediately press and hold down the CTRL key. Once the startup options appear, release the CTRL key. Select Safe Mode and press Enter. You are now in Windows limited version. If you know what caused your computer not to boot, you can now either change or delete that program.
SECOND: Repair your Registry by selecting Start,Run and typing "scanregw/fix" and press enter. This will fix any damage done to the Registry. You can also restore your registry which replaces your current registry with an earlier copy that was backed up by your computer. Click on Start,Run and type "scanregw/restore" and press Enter.
To repair your Windows 98 Registry,hold down the CTRL key as you start the PC and select "Command Prompt Only".Type "scanreg/fix" and press Enter and "scanreg/restore" to restore a previously saved copy of the Registry.
If you have Windows XP,press F8 after rebooting the PC should Windows freeze while booting up. You can select "Last Known Good Configuration" after rebooting to allow the computer to boot the last backed up files. And you can choose "Safe Mode" to remove any files you know caused the operating system to hang up. Be prepared when your operating fails to boot. It would be a great idea to go over this article a few times and print it. Make yourself s notebook and place this and all related articles there.
If your computer fails to boot or begins to become unstable,you can refer to these articles to make corrections that are needed. Learn these steps from your television set with the PC Super Pack.
Be sure to note any changes you make to your Registry and if you're not sure,its best to find a friend that's pc savvy first. Above all,be certain you back up your registry before making any changes and know how to restore as well.

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Keep Your Antivirus Up to Date and Scan Your Disks

Bring your antivirus program up to date and regularly do a full virus scan of your computer. Check your antivirus program as it will tell you when the last full scan was done. You may be surprised to see it is not what you thought, but was done months ago.
If you don't have an up to date antivirus program, and don't want to pay for a new one, there are several high quality free ones available to the private consumer.
They are: AVG, Antivr, avast, PC Tools antivirus, Comodo antivirus and the open source Clam AV.
Also look into a new different kind of antivirus program ThreatFire which you can use to supplement your other antivirus. ThreatFire doesn't look for the fingerprints or DNA of known viruses. Instead it looks for suspicious behavior like key logging.
Also try the no longer free WinHki Anti-Virus, which acts as a supplement to normal Antivirus program like above. WinHki calculates the checksums ( a mathematical calculation extremely difficult to fool) of your files on initialization.
After that, whenever a virus changes a file it will be flagged by WinHki because the
check sum will change.

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How To Add Random Access Memory To Speed Up Your Desktop

When you purchase a computer, it will come with an adequate amount of RAM or Random Access Memory to run the operating system and all software that is installed.
However,as you install more software, your PC will begin to slowdown. The amount of RAM you need depends on your operating system on all applications you may be running on your computer at any one time.
           Installing memory is one of the easiest tasks. Take the time to first be sure you have the right RAM for your computer. If you're in doubt take it back to the place of purchase and be sure you have the right RAM.

          After being certain you have the right RAM, you're ready to open the system unit and begin. But first, you need to remove static electricity. Watch this short video about installing RAM Memory on the motherboard.
          Remove static electricity before you remove the new memory from its protective wrap. Its best to purchase a Wrist Strap if you plan on working in your PC often. But if not, you can simply touch a door knob or your computer's metal case to remove the static electricity. To install your new Ram, perform the following.
        Check to see if you have ample light. You may want to have a container to place small screws in. The system unit cover may have small screws and you don't want to lose them.
         After you have plenty of work space and ample lighting, prepare your mind as well. Make this and every other adventure of working on your computer educational and fun.
         Take the time to study the actual components inside your computer. You'll be glad you did should something go wrong. Follow these steps to install your drive.

• First: Turn off your computer and unplug all peripherals. Take notice of how you unplug

or disconnect any devices. Locate the RAM on the motherboard.

• Second: Remove the side panel of the tower system or the cover if you have a 

desktop. Place the panel in a safe place well out of the way.

• Third:Before touching anything inside the system unit, remove electrical static charge

from your body by touching a door knob or any unpainted metal surface.

• Fourth: Remove the new memory from its protective wrapping and locate the sockets

or memory banks to install the new memory chips.

• Fifth: Notice the type of retaining clips that hold the chips in place. Remove any old

chips you intend to move.

Now to be sure you won't damage the chips, ground yourself again to remove any
remaining static electricity.

• Sixth: Pull the retaining clip open and carefully slide the RAM Chips in their memory

banks. Push the clips back over the new memory chips.

• Seventh: Check and double check the firmness of the chips by gently trying to move

the from side to side. Take a good long look at the chips for anything that looks unusual.

• Eighth:Replace the system unit cover and reconnect all peripherals.Reboot the 

 computer and the operating system should recognize your new or added memory without  
 any problem.

          Its that easy when it comes to installing new or more memory. Read your computer's
manual first to find out what type of ram memory you have and what is needed for upgrades.
         Take time to Visit the Kingston Memory site above and use their memory configuration to find out the memory you need to upgrade your computer.
      And go ahead and enjoy the faster speed you should experience once your new memory is installed. Don't forget to run scan disk, defragment and disk cleanup to clean your hard drive of extra space.

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