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No USB Printer Port? No Problem

Posted on March 9, 2015 by cynmackley

Still have an old LaserJet that works but won't connect to your new computer? Find out how to keep using it!

Posted in Hardware & PeripheralsTagged HP, laserjet, parallel printer, pavilion, USB, windows xpLeave a comment

External Speakers Not Working

Posted on February 10, 2015 by cynmackley

Any time that you have a hardware problem, there are a number of factors that might cause it. Here are some of them, along with some solutions.

Posted in Computer Terms, Hardware & Peripherals, Multimedia, UncategorizedTagged device manager, sound, speakers, USB7 Comments

Flash Drive Only Shows Shortcuts

Posted on February 4, 2015 by cynmackley

USB only showing file shortcuts? We've got a solution.

Posted in File & Disk ManagementTagged flash drive, hidden folders, shortcuts, USB, virus scanLeave a comment

Slax – The Best Portable Linux OS

Posted on November 13, 2014 by cynmackley

How A Linux OS on a USB drive could save your computer.

Posted in File & Disk Management, Free DownloadsTagged bootable, flash drive, lightweight, linux, memory stick, Operating System, OS, portable, Slax, thumb stick, USBLeave a comment

Why Can't I Eject My USB Device?

Posted on December 26, 2013 by cynmackley

Find out why your USB drives can't be safely removed and how to fix the problem.

Posted in File & Disk ManagementTagged safely remove hardware, USB, windows 7Leave a comment

Getting Info Off of Your Kindle Fire

Posted on August 20, 2013 by cynmackley

Jacob has files stuck on a Kindle with a smashed connector. Is there any way he can get them off? We look at the options.

Posted in eReaders, File & Disk Management, Hardware & Peripherals, I've Always Wanted To Know..., UncategorizedTagged fire, hardwire, kindle, transfer, USBLeave a comment

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