ZDNET's key takeaways Frequent computer maintenance is key to keeping your desktop performing at its best for years after purchase.It's an important habit to build early on, and most tools you'll need ...

As you undoubtedly know, you’re supposed keep your files backed up, your applications up-to-date, and your antivirus software current. Unfortunately, you are–to speak frankly–too lazy to do these ...

Your tired old machine giving you grief? Slow, gets hot, and crashes often? One simple question I am going to ask you “When was the last time your machine was serviced?” Surprised? Well you shouldn’t ...

Upgrading desktop computers every few years may not be necessary thanks to PC repair software. A slew of companies sell software they claim repair computer systems and make them run faster. According ...

Fix It Solution Center adds tools for testing the security and performance of Windows, Internet Explorer, Office apps, Windows Media Player--even Xbox and Zune. Dennis O'Reilly began writing about ...

When friends and family have computer issues, I am often the first person asked how to fix things. And while it is difficult to fix a fried motherboard or CPU, most of the time the issues stemmed from ...

All gadgets have a limited lifespan and the same applies to your PC as well. You need to maintain your PC appropriately to get the most out of it. Your PC will remind you of its deteriorating life by ...

It seems almost every day of the year marks a little-known holiday, and today is no exception. It’s Clean Out Your Computer Day. Unlike Groundhog Day and any number of other occasions, observing this ...