This blog contain computer tips and computer tricks to improve performance and speed of your computer. And it will make your overall computer experience a lot more comfortable and enjoyable. We also discuss about new software and games on this platforms.
Question : How can I increase or decrease size of photos after scanning (Size in Data like kilobyte or megabytes)?
Solution :
That is so simple. Mostly scanner scan photo in raw format like .bmp extension which have high size in megabytes.
If you want to send your photos through Internet to other one, it will consume lot of your Internet Data and also it take more time. So, you must reduce size of your photos by converting it in other format like ‘JPG’ format.
JPG format can save photos in low size data and it do not affect quality of photo at all. For converting your photos into JPG format, you need simple photo editing software which is available in Windows Xp or 7. This software is called Microsoft Paint.
You have to open that photos in Microsoft Paint and try to save it in JPG format by option "Save As" in File Menu. You must choose extension or format of photo in "JPG" format at time of saving it.
You can find Microsoft Paint in Window by this path "Start>> Accessories>>Paint". Or you can just type "mspaint" in "Run" menu of Start.
Or you can choose other photo editing software like Adobe Photoshop for decreasing size (in Kilobytes) of Photos. You can reduce size of photo in Online Photo Editing Website too.
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Question : Computer is well connected and has power supply. But still computer is not booting up? Why?
Solution :
There are many reasons for not booting of your computer. It can be due to following common reasons.
1) RAM : RAM is not properly installed on your computer’s motherboard. And it make beep sound twice from motherboard’s speaker.
2) Processor : The processor is not properly installed on motherboard.
3) Harddisk Connection : The hard disk with operating system is not properly connected to motherboard, or hard disk does not get enough power from power source of computer i.e. SMPS. (This is most reason when your computer do not boot on starting.)
4) Operating System : The operating system of computer (example Microsoft Window or Mac etc) is corrupted or need to reinstall or repair by operating system’s DVD.
5) BIOS Setting : Lastly, your booting option is selected incorrect in BIOS of your motherboard of computer. That means, in BIOS, computer is having option to boot from other source of booting rather than of hard disk, example like DVD ROM or floppy or USP device etc.
Our Experience : The main reason of computer is not booting due to RAM error or Hard disk connection.
If your computer is showing BIOS menu on your LED screen, that mean, it’s processor or RAM is well connected on motherboard.
If it show Boot Error on your LED’s screen, it means, it is not connected your Hard disk or not allowed to access your hard disk in motherboard’s BIOS.
Only computer expert can guess actual reason for error in your computer for not booting up.
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Question : Can I install windows 8 or windows 10 in my old model computer or laptop?
Solution : May be but it depend on your computer or laptop configuration. If you have purchased latest computer with high speed processor having high capacity hard disk and RAM (3 Gb DDR2) at that time, then you can install window 8 or window 10. If you have dual core processor with high RAM (3 Gb DDR2) and hard disk space (20 Gb), then you can install Window 8 or 10.
But they can be little slow as latest processor are now having more cache or core. And now speed of RAM also improved (Like 1600Mz for DDR3 as compare to 800Mz for DDR2 in older computer).
But you can improve your operation speed by upgrading your processor with latest motherboard or RAM.
Note : You can issues to arrange driver of old motherboard for windows 8 or 10 as they are not easily available after few years for new operating systems.
Intel has created a basic desktop computer that’s small enough to fit inside your pocket. The Intel Compute Stick plugs into any monitor or television with an HDMI connection, so you can take your pictures, documents and presentations anywhere.
The Compute Stick uses a quad-core 1.33GHz (1.83GHz Turbo) Intel Atom Z3735F based on the Bay Trail architecture, the same kind of chip you would find in some cheap x86-based Windows and Android tablets/
The Compute Stick is designed for light use, such as word processing, browsing the internet and watching TV.
Configuration : The Windows 8.1 version is powered by the quad-core Intel Atom Z3735F processor, clocked at 1.33GHz, paired with 2GB of RAM.
Review of Intel Compute Stick : Intel Compute Stick feels like it is in its experimental phase.
TP Link high gain wireless USB adapter is easy to use and install. The wireless USB adapter can provide N speed of up to 150Mbps for fast data transfer. This wireless USB adapter is capable of supporting 64/128 WEP, WPA /WPA2/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES) and IEEE 802.1X.
This wireless USB adapter is compatible with all 802.11n/b/g products.
TP Link wireless USB adapter has 4dBi high gain external antenna that can be rotated and adjusted in different directions to fit various operation environments, and can bring better performance than the internal antenna.
For more demanding applications, the antenna can be replaced with different antennas to get more flexibility and wider wireless coverage.
Specifications of Tp-Link 150Mbps High Gain Wireless USB Adapter
Antennae : 4 dBi Detachable Omni Directional (RP-SMA)
Benefits of Tp-Link 150Mbps high Gain Wireless USB Adapter
Tp-Link wireless USB adapter give Wireless N speed up to 150Mbps makes it suitable for video streaming, online gaming and VoIP.
Tp-Link adapter has 4dBi directional antenna which is efficient in receiving signals transmitted far.
Tp-Link wireless USB adapter has high gain external antenna that is detachable from this USB adapter. Detachable antennas allow for better alignment and stronger antenna upgrades.
This adapter is compatible with all 802.11n/b/g products.
It supports 64/128 WEP, WPA /WPA2/WPA-PSK/WPA2 PSK (TKIP/AES) and IEEE 802.1X for secure connectivity.
Tp-Link wireless USB adapter supports Sony PSP X-Link for online gaming for Windows XP.
Our Review :
Tp-Link wireless USB adapter has good performance with 15 meters range. It gives at least 60-70% signal and good speed. It works well even in high walls restriction and blocks.
Tp-Link wireless adapter has external antenna with RP-SMA connector so that we can change this antenna with more powerful antenna.
Tp-Link wireless adapter has USB extender which can be used to change different directions for better signal strengths. This adapter can be set up as WiFi hotspot easily.
This USB adapter has 4dBi external antenna connected which can be adjust and align to achieve better reception.
Consideration
Tp-Link wireless USB adapter is little big and feel uncomfortable for small laptops or notebooks (around 12 inches)
It is stated that it gives you a speed of 150 mbps, in real life conditions the speeds reach a max of 66.3 mbps.
Benefits of Portable Drive is that they are immune to network viruses and you can protect your digital data in the physical storage device in a secure location which helps against any disaster like fire or earthquake related threats.
Seagate Backup Plus Slim is a 2.5" SATA-600 interface hard drive in a black plastic enclosure which connects via USB 3.0 cable to any PC or Mac computer.
Seagate Backup Plus Slim weighs 150 grams and is just 12mm thick - about the size of a smart phone. Power for the drive is supplied via the USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 port.
This drive is thinnest portable 2TB hard drive in the market and it can be fitting easily into most pockets.
Inside of this drive, there is a 5400RPM, 3-platter hard disk with 32MB of cache.
The body of Seagate Backup Plus Slim consists of a plastic build with a bright black top cover; the company logo is located on the bottom corner.
The Dashboard software is included with Seagate Backup plus Slim and is conveniently located on the drive itself. To install the Dashboard software, users can simply double-click the file
Seagate Dashboard has several tools to facilitate easy backups from a computer, either by specifying types of files, locations or configuring a set schedule. Another unique feature is the ability to share new videos to a YouTube account.
Seagate Mobile Backup app for the iOS and Android mobile devices is available free for download, allowing users to back up all of their data to the drive while on the same network as well as to the cloud when on the go.
Seagate steps up to the plate with "a download a complete archive of all your data" button for Facebook and Flickr but Seagate Dashboard limits itself to images and videos for social media backup.
Specifications of Seagate 2TB Backup Plus Slim External Hard Disk
Software : Seagate Dashboard, NTFS Driver for Mac
Capacity : 2 TB
Size : 2.5 inch
Dimensions : 12.1 x 76 x 113.5 mm
Weight : 159 g
Connectivity : USB 3.0
OS Supported : Windows: XP SP3, Vista, 7, 8, Mac OS X 10.6, Android 2.3, iOS 6
Form Factor : Portable
Features : Backward Compatible with USB 2.0, Seagate Mobile Backup App on an iOS or Android Mobile Device to Backup all of the Pictures and Videos from the Device to the Drive or the Cloud
The read and write sequential speeds of Seagate Backup Plus Slim via USB 3.0 is reported 88.6MB/s and 119.3MB/s respectively.
Benefits of Seagate Backup Plus Slim
Backup Plus Slim is fully USB powered, giving users the ability to bring all of their digital content without carry an additional external power supply.
Seagate Backup Plus Slim is an impressive portable hard drive for its physical size and capacity.
Our Review
The Hard disk is very compact and light weight which makes it fits in ones pocket very easily. The data transfer speed via USB 2.0 is reported around 20-25 MbPs. (Shown in Video too)
The total thickness is not more of 12 mm. It is smaller then a Smart phone (4.5 inch Smartphone). This portable drive is light and slim as a Smart phone.
The Backup Plus Slim does not require any external power adaptors, all power is supplied via the USB port.
This drive is responsive and it does not have vibration or heat problem.
Consideration
Always try to handle Backup Plus Slim with care as Plastic case is not very thick because this drive over all is very slim.
The USB 3.0 cable could have been a bit longer. It should be 0.75 or 1 metre. This drive has 0.5m USB Cable which is suitable for laptops but not for desktop computer or Smart TVs.
This drive has actual usable space is 1.81 TB. (Shown in Video too)
