How to Fix Water in My Laptop Screen Image Credit: grbender/iStock/Getty Images Laptop screens are typically liquid crystal display (LCD) screens that are firmly encased in a plastic monitor frame. An unfortunate spill can cause liquid to seep in through the seams of the monitor frame and accumulate underneath the screen. In addition to being […]
How to Make the Internet Explorer Browser Refresh Every 30 Minutes
Unfortunately, Internet Explorer and most other Internet browsers available do not come with tools that allow you to automatically refresh Web pages at predetermined intervals. An automatic refresh tool is useful if you need to monitor events that constantly change — such as sports scores and financial markets — but you don’t want to have […]
How to Find the IP Address of a Cisco Switch
Quickly find the IP address of a Cisco switch. Cisco switches run either the Cisco Internetworking Operating System (IOS) or the CatOS operating system. You can use commands that are compatible with both operating systems to find the IP address of a Cisco switch. Step 1 Plug the Cisco serial console cable into the 9-pin […]
LED TV vs. CRT Power
Old CRTs can be expensive and difficult to dispose of. As technology improves, old cathode ray tube, or CRT, televisions give way to lighter weight, higher definition flat screen versions. These screens also use less power than a CRT, making them a more environmentally friendly option. However, not all flat screen televisions are the same. […]
How to Access Computer Specs From the CMD
How to Access Computer Specs From the CMD Image Credit: undrey/iStock/Getty Images Before purchasing new software for your computer, you should always read the minimum and recommended system requirements to use the program. Then, check those requirements against your computer’s specifications. This ensures that you do not buy software that you cannot use. Windows includes […]
How to Move My Task Bar to Another Monitor
Multiple computer monitors are popular for video editing. Many users set up multiple monitors on their computer that they can have room for more windows and panels on their screen. Using multiple monitors allows you to exercise greater control over how and where you navigate Windows. You can move just the task bar to another […]
How to Find a Server Name by IP Using the CMD Prompt
Image Credit: Tinpixels/E+/GettyImages You can find a server name from an IP address using the Windows command prompt. Use the nslookup tool to find the hostname from the IP. You can also use open source tools for similar inquiries or do an online lookup. Hostnames and IP Addresses Every computer accessible through the internet has […]
How to Delete a Paltalk Account
Paltalk users can use community chat rooms, leave video voice mails and use webcam chat rooms for free. You must be at least 18 years old to download the program, and no younger than 13 years old to use the program. Paltalk suggests enabling parental controls and restricting younger children from accessing the program. If […]
Microsoft Access Vs. SQL Server
Microsoft Access and Microsoft SQL Server are both database applications. The major difference between the two is in how the software is used. Microsoft Access is used in home or small business applications. Microsoft Access is not able to handle large quantities of database calls. Microsoft SQL Server is for medium to large businesses that […]
What Is an ERP Server?
ERP helps business with resource planning. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software is business software that assists with the management of internal and external resources. An ERP server is a system dedicated to hosting ERP applications and data. History The first ERP server was developed in 1972, when five German IBM engineers started the company SAP. […]