6 Tell-Tales Signs That You Need To Reformat Your Hard Drive

So you've noticed that your trusty computer has stopped being so trusty, and is now more concerned with crashing and not cooperating than performing your requested tasks. What can you do about it? You want your computer to run like it was brand new, but you don't want to have to go through the process of buying a new one, and you're not sure about when you should use that R word... Reno? Nope. Remove? Nope. Reformat? That's the word.

Here's 6 tell-tale signs that you need to reformat your hard drive.

1. Startup takes longer than a couple of minutes- Startup shouldn't take longer than 2-3 minutes even on a slightly older machine, so when it starts getting into the 5-10 minute range you may want to look into reformatting as an option to get your PC back in shape, or you can try doing some startup tweaks to get a faster startup if you don't want to reformat just yet. If you PC seems to hang (pause) at the Windows loading screen or any point during startup a good reformat should fix the hang, because it usually sorts out startup problems like hardware configurations and the sort.
2. Shutdown takes longer than a few minutes- Again, your shutdown shouldn't take more than 5 minutes, and that's being generous. Maybe your computer has to use the extra time to shutdown all the virus processes on your PC, but I dunno.
3. You've discovered viruses and spyware that you can't get rid of- Maybe your anti-virus program is crappy, or you've been infected by super viruses that just won't go away. A good reformat will get rid of all your bugs, so don't hesitate to use that as an option when you're knee-deep in viruses.
4. Half the time your programs and files end up not responding- When you can't hardly operate any programs without them not responding, or your computer particularly seems unstable something in your Windows installation probably got corrupted. It can easily get corrupted just over time with use and driver updates, they don't make OSes to last forever in a perfect state.
5. Windows errors on startup and shutdown- If you constantly receive Windows errors on your startup and shutdowns, then it may be a good idea to reformat. When everything is running smoothly you shouldn't get errors, errors only typically show up when something has gone wrong. Especially if you get the infamous Blue Screen Of Death, if that shows up, chances are it's only going to get worse, so better reformat now while you still have time.
6. Your computer begins playing Mozart- Back in the day when your computer dies it'd start playing classical music, if your computer does this, you can probably try reformatting, but I don't think it'll work. You can think of it as your computer's funeral music.

Remember to back up all of your important information before you reformat, make sure you don't forget those important pictures of your girl either that you'd regret losing. ;)

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No Nonsense Review of DSL vs Cable Broadband

DSL or digital subscriber line is always available internet access. The connection between your computer and the network is always on through a dedicated phone line. You can still talk on your phone while working on the computer because DSL sends data and voice over the same line. Cable broadband connections are available through your local cable television company. By using a modem cable provides internet access through a shared cable television line.

Costs and contracts for DSL and Cable

Typically, a good DSL connection will be between 35 and 45 dollars a month. Prices for business lines are considerably higher ranging anywhere from 80 to 500 dollars. Installation charges can be 100 dollars and up. Most DSL companies will have you sign a contract to keep their service for a period of time. Six months is the least amount of time that you typically will have to keep the service.

Cable internet connection will run approximately 45 to 50 dollars a month. Sometimes the cable internet connection will be advertised for a lower price if it is included in the cable package for your television. Installation usually is anywhere from 60 dollars to 100 dollars however in an attempt to gain customers some companies will offer free installation.

DSL vs. Cable Speed

Most people think that cable connection for internet is faster than DSL. This does not always hold true. Because cable internet is accessed through a shared cable connection it can be slowed down by the number of people connected to the same line. Most cable companies try to limit the number of customers connected to the same line so as to be able to guarantee a particular download/upload speed.

DSL connections can actually be faster than cable due to using a dedicated phone line. It is not shared like the cable connections. Connections speed is based on how far away from the central office you reside. This can affect how fast your internet can download. The further away you are the slower it will be. The condition of the telephone line in your home and outside your home can affect the speed. The same is true of the server and router speed of the web sites you visit. DSL upgrades are available for some customers and will increase your download speed.

Availability of DSL and Cable

DSL is available to customers that reside within a certain distance of a logical net central office. Typically this is 18,000 feet. They use wire run miles to compute the distance. This means rather than measuring on the ground it is measured through the area of which the wires are run from pole to pole. To find out if this service is available to you call your local telephone service. They will take your information and inform you if you are in the area served by their DSL service.

Cable internet is usually more accessible to customers as it does not depend on distance to get a good connection to the internet. Most cable companies are using fiber optics because they can handle a high number of connections. Areas not served by cable television cannot use this option for internet but cable companies are starting to expand their cable services for this very reason.

Add on Services

Adding television to your computer can be easier than you think. First of all you need a TV card to add to your motherboard and an empty PCI slot in the back of your computer. If you do not already have speakers connected to your sound card you will need to do this. VOIP is another service that is fairly simple to add to your computer. It requires a phone adapter and a router. These services are becoming very popular due to the cost. For approximately 20 dollars a month you can have telephone service through your computer connection. This includes calls to anywhere in the U.S. Along with being able to make calls anywhere for one low price, you also get all the perks, such as caller I.D., call waiting, voice mail, 3 way calling and more. Adding music to your computer is as simple as downloading a service. Some services are free for a certain amount of usage. After you exceed this, you can pay for more.

The type of internet connection you choose, as you can see, depends on a lot of things. Availability of service, distance to the service you want, and cost is all factors you will consider. If you are choosing a service for your home there will be different considerations than if it is for a business. The best way to choose is to sit down and decide what services are available for you and what you want your computer to do.

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No Nonsense Review of DSL vs Cable Broadband

DSL or digital subscriber line is always available internet access. The connection between your computer and the network is always on through a dedicated phone line. You can still talk on your phone while working on the computer because DSL sends data and voice over the same line. Cable broadband connections are available through your local cable television company. By using a modem cable provides internet access through a shared cable television line.

Costs and contracts for DSL and Cable

Typically, a good DSL connection will be between 35 and 45 dollars a month. Prices for business lines are considerably higher ranging anywhere from 80 to 500 dollars. Installation charges can be 100 dollars and up. Most DSL companies will have you sign a contract to keep their service for a period of time. Six months is the least amount of time that you typically will have to keep the service.

Cable internet connection will run approximately 45 to 50 dollars a month. Sometimes the cable internet connection will be advertised for a lower price if it is included in the cable package for your television. Installation usually is anywhere from 60 dollars to 100 dollars however in an attempt to gain customers some companies will offer free installation.

DSL vs. Cable Speed

Most people think that cable connection for internet is faster than DSL. This does not always hold true. Because cable internet is accessed through a shared cable connection it can be slowed down by the number of people connected to the same line. Most cable companies try to limit the number of customers connected to the same line so as to be able to guarantee a particular download/upload speed.

DSL connections can actually be faster than cable due to using a dedicated phone line. It is not shared like the cable connections. Connections speed is based on how far away from the central office you reside. This can affect how fast your internet can download. The further away you are the slower it will be. The condition of the telephone line in your home and outside your home can affect the speed. The same is true of the server and router speed of the web sites you visit. DSL upgrades are available for some customers and will increase your download speed.

Availability of DSL and Cable

DSL is available to customers that reside within a certain distance of a logical net central office. Typically this is 18,000 feet. They use wire run miles to compute the distance. This means rather than measuring on the ground it is measured through the area of which the wires are run from pole to pole. To find out if this service is available to you call your local telephone service. They will take your information and inform you if you are in the area served by their DSL service.

Cable internet is usually more accessible to customers as it does not depend on distance to get a good connection to the internet. Most cable companies are using fiber optics because they can handle a high number of connections. Areas not served by cable television cannot use this option for internet but cable companies are starting to expand their cable services for this very reason.

Add on Services

Adding television to your computer can be easier than you think. First of all you need a TV card to add to your motherboard and an empty PCI slot in the back of your computer. If you do not already have speakers connected to your sound card you will need to do this. VOIP is another service that is fairly simple to add to your computer. It requires a phone adapter and a router. These services are becoming very popular due to the cost. For approximately 20 dollars a month you can have telephone service through your computer connection. This includes calls to anywhere in the U.S. Along with being able to make calls anywhere for one low price, you also get all the perks, such as caller I.D., call waiting, voice mail, 3 way calling and more. Adding music to your computer is as simple as downloading a service. Some services are free for a certain amount of usage. After you exceed this, you can pay for more.

The type of internet connection you choose, as you can see, depends on a lot of things. Availability of service, distance to the service you want, and cost is all factors you will consider. If you are choosing a service for your home there will be different considerations than if it is for a business. The best way to choose is to sit down and decide what services are available for you and what you want your computer to do.

Jason R Davidson owns and operates http://www.dsl-upgrade.net Dsl Upgrade

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