Bendigo Computer Help - Computing Made Easy - You Can Not Fix What Aint Broke!

Please be aware that this procedure is just one way of servicing your computer. It was originally written by me to help me perform my often-used procedures on customers computers. Now it's yours to use online too.

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PC QUICK-SERVICE STEPS INDEX «

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Back up your software » | VIEW | «

Disable System Restore » | VIEW | «

Uninstall unused programs » | VIEW | «

Install and run CrapCleaner » | VIEW | «

Install and run AIDA32 » | VIEW | «

Install Spybot-S&D » | VIEW | «

Disable Startup Programs » | VIEW | «

Run CoolWebSearch Killer » | VIEW | «

Install AVG Anti-Virus » | VIEW | «
RESTART REQUIRED

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Boot up in safe mode » | VIEW | «
SAFE MODE TIL 15

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Re-run CrapCleaner » | VIEW | «

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Run Stinger » | VIEW | «

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Run AVG » | VIEW | «

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Run Spybot-S&D » | VIEW | «

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Replace network settings » | VIEW | «
RESTART REQUIRED

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Restart Windows normally » | «

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Replace DUN » | VIEW | «

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Re-enable System Restore » | VIEW | «

Printable Service Instructions

HOW TO START UP IN SAFE MODE

I have a CD version of this XP service site available minus all the Bendigo Live stuff. CD version is better because you can access the CD drive in safe mode to carry out the safe mode steps prescribed. It is written in plain HTML text using plain black on white text (no pictures) so that even already sick computers can use the disk offline. $20 + $5 postage. Paypal users can pay via their Paypal account. Pay to admin@bendigolive.com and I will get it there. You can also pay me online using your credit card. Find instructions for that here, or send a cheque/money order/international money order to Peter Killackey, P.O. Box 1247 Bendigo Central, Vic. Australia. 3552. Of course, if you don't want the CD because you just download the site every time you need it, then please consider donating something to help make it better. Don't forget, shopping at our sponsors is also a great way to help.

Pete.

How To Format A Hard Drive

One of my most popular pages and most asked question so I'll put this link right here so you'll find it easy. (it is always available in the right column too) Teaches you how to prepare a hard drive for use with Windows '98™. I will have the XP page ready by next month.

bendigolive.com\tutor\formathardisk.htm

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Computer Drivers

Windows™ comes with a few drivers of its own but it's always worth checking out your manufacturers web site for the latest drivers for all of your peripherals. Find out what you need to know about drivers such as what they are, what they do and where to get them.

bendigolive.com\computers\drivers.htm

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How To Create A Startup Disk

Step-by-step guide to creating a Windows™ Startup Disk. Includes links to bootdisks for all operating systems.

bendigolive.com\computers\startupdisk.htm

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How To Change Your Screen Resolution

Most websites (including Bendigo Live) are set to view at 800x600 screen resolution. Sometimes you might need to set higher or lower depending on what you are doing. Here's the instructions for doing that in Windows 95 right up to XP™.

bendigolive.com\tutor\reschange.htm

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Learn How To Use Notepad Properly

Windows Notepad™ is one of the handiest programs to use if you know how to use it. I draw up most of Bendigo Live using this simple program and show you how to use it here.

bendigolive.com\tutor\notepad.htm

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