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How to Clear the Cache in your Xbox 360
How to Clear the Cache in your Xbox 360
Want to perform maintenance on your Xbox 360 storage device? In the Dashboard go to System then Memory. Once you are here, press X,X,Left Bumper, Right Bumper, X,X. Once you do this a blade will pop up saying: “This will perform maintenance on your Xbox 360 storage devices. Do you want to continue?...
How to Make Sure Your CPU is Stable When Overclocking
How to Make Sure Your CPU is Stable When Overclocking
Computers are all about speed, so it is no surprise than many more advanced users like to “overclock” their computers, especially the processor. Overclocking is basically just increasing the speed of the processor to make it faster. This has a few bonuses, as well as a few drawbacks. The biggest...
How to Monitor Your Computer Temperatures
How to Monitor Your Computer Temperatures
Everyone knows that computers generate quite a bit of heat. Obviously, that heat is bad for the computer if it is too hot, so, it makes sense that you should want to keep an eye on your computer temperatures. Probably the most important piece of hardware to monitor the temperature of is your CPU, or...
How to Format Your Hard Drive Before Installing Windows XP
How to Format Your Hard Drive Before Installing Windows XP
The hard disk is an essential part of your computer system. It is where all permanent data are written. Among these data are the operating system, utility software and application software. However, before you can start writing data on your hard drive you must first prepare it by formatting it. The process...
How to Fix the Xbox 360 Red Ring of Death
How to Fix the Xbox 360 Red Ring of Death
If you don’t want to ship your xbox 360 back to microsoft just yet, we have a cure for you. Put one towel down, put the 360 on top, add another towel on top, cover all sides/backs/etc. This is key, you have to have that Xbox covered. When you can’t see it, finger around to find the power button...
How to Destroy Your Computer Accidentally
How to Destroy Your Computer Accidentally
Here is a top 5 list that I’ve composed of how to destroy your computer without knowing it. The items listed are easily done and some get overlooked as important. 5. Cheap/Incompatible Hardware So, you’re in the market to build a new computer, and that $20 price tag for a new 700w power supply...
How-to Avoid Electrostatic Discharges
How-to Avoid Electrostatic Discharges
Static is a major enemy of computer components. Static can zap and ruin your CPU, memory or other components instantly.  One easy way to ground yourself is to touch the exterior metal box of your computer’s power supply or use a antistatic ground wrist strap. In general, handle all components...
How to Increase Your Wi-Fi Signal
How to Increase Your Wi-Fi Signal
Do you need a stronger wireless signal or greater network access? Mark Erickson is Infinite Solutions. In this episode, he’ll show you a simple hack to extend the range of your wireless card. Need more help? Contact him at www.marksinfinitesolutions.com