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The article reviews several Portable Document Format (PDF) readers including Adobe Reader X, Cool PDF Reader, and Foxit Reader.

The article offers information on reinstalling the Windows XP operating system on a computer. It states that this could speed up a computer's performance, but cannot be used to address problems regarding hardware or user accounts. It cautions that doing so will delete all files, and suggests that these be backed up first. It also advises having the product key on hand, as one will be prompted for it upon reinstallation, and provides options should this no longer be available. Other tools needed, as well as detailed instructions on the process, follow.

The article highlights the attributes of Windows 7 operating system (OS) that amounts to effectivity, stability, protection assurance, and a concise computer screen. With the interface, the modified Taskbar consists of a Jump Lists feature that aids in file management. From the System Tray, Aero Peek feature can be operated which enables open computer sections to be transparent. Windows Media Player is enhanced with its ability to play .MOV file, a common format in video cameras' output.

The article discusses the different features of a utility suite that can improve overall computer performance. The hard drive is said to run slower than other components and any utility that affects its efficiency has an impact on overall system speed. Defragmentation utilities, or defraggers, rearrange the contents of the hard drive for a wider storage for clusters. Good memory optimization tools make random access memory (RAM) used by more applications while Registry cleaners remove the unnecessary files. File management tools must have file recovery tools that can restore deleted files. Different system tweaking tools are also included.

The article offers step-by-step instructions on transferring data and programs to a new personal computer. It discusses factors to consider in transferring data files from one hard drive's file system to another and the limitations of this method. It outlines the variety of settings that users would like to transfer. It describes the use of the Windows Files and Settings Transfer Wizard in migrating data and settings from one system to another.

The article discusses the benefits of database software including combining all different aspects of the archived content, data filter and organization to suit purposes, and automatic adjustment of stock numbers each time a sale occurs and track taxes on every sale. It explains some types of database including relational database and flat file database, as well as automated reports. The advantages of macro database are also noted.

The article offers tips on how to formulate searchable portable document format (PDF) file. The suggestions mentioned include the type of documents which are searchable, the use of optical character recognition (OCR) capabilities in converting image-based PDF to searchable one, and the use of all-in-one printer in scanning the document.

The article offers information on the different types of server and their advantages and functionalities. It states that storage and database servers help employees manage their files or data bases. An application server help streamlines the licensing, installing and updating of each machine. The components of the server include memory, central processing units (CPUs), blade systems, storage, server cases and rackmount servers. A brief description of each component is provided.

The article discusses solutions to common office suite problems and errors. If the error message indicates that the requested operation requires elevation, ownership of the file needs to be changed. If OpenOffice.org is taking too long to open, reactivate the OpenOffice.org Quickstarter in case it has been disabled. If the error message requires the installation of Java Runtime Environment (JRE), install Java by double-clicking the Jre-windows-i586.exe file.

The article discusses solutions to Portable Document Format (PDF) creation problems encountered with Adobe, Nitro and Nuance document management products. If Adobe Reader/Acrobat fails to print a PDF file, three suspects are the printer driver, file corruption, or some resource conflict. One common problem with Nitro PDF is that links become inactive in the resulting PDF when creating with active hyperlinks. The steps for restarting Nuance PDF Converter are outlined.

The article discusses solutions to problems or errors in data compression and backup software. When WinZip is unable to find a folder typed into a path text box, point WinZip to an existing folder or create a new folder if necessary. To make the WinZip E-mail Companion appear and work again in Microsoft Outlook, remove Companion from the disabled list. The password in the Cobian backup needs to be updated if the Cobian Backup message indicates a potential problem with the service.

The article discusses file formats for storing music files. A codec, or compressor/decompressor, is actually a computer program or a device that encodes and decodes digital data, while a format is a medium for storing data, the author said. The three types of audio files are uncompressed, lossless and lossy. Open audio file types are not restricted by patents or digital rights management (DRM), while a proprietary type of format has been designed and copyrighted by a company. An uncompressed audio files are higher-quality than files that have been compressed, the author said.

The article discusses a set of procedures that can help pinpoint the cause or causes of system malfunction, eliminate potential trouble spots, and determine the correct approach to the problem. Spyware is one of the most common causes of a lethargic or otherwise improperly running personal computer. High-quality antispyware programs on the market includes Ad-Aware SE Personal, SpyCatcher and Spy Sweeper. A Windows XP (WinXP) utility called Disk Cleanup can clean debris such as temporary Internet files, setup files, items in the Recycle Bin, and more, as well as compresses old files. If a thorough cleaning did not work, the WinXP installation CD-ROM has a couple of utilities that can help repair missing or damaged files. This utilities replaces WinXP files and restores them to their pristine condition, and it promises to do so without deleting the files.

Offers tips on deleting data on a hard drive to prevent theft. Function of the Windows operating system with regard to deleted files; Misconceptions about the functionality of a hard drive; Recovery services that claim success when it comes to extracting hard drive data. INSET: Third-Party Utilities: Hire A Wiping Commando.

The article offers several procedures on how to recover deleted files. It provides step-by-step procedure in resolving the issue when the user accidentally deleted files on the computer, and to consider the advantage of finding software to perform the file recovery. It also mentions the uses of the basic forms of file recovery such as drive, directory, and targeted file recovery.

The article discusses the differences between online backup services and online storage services as cloud storage options. It explains the cloud storage pricing, noting most cloud storage websites providing an initial amount of storage capacity for free but will charge if capacity limit is reached. It also highlights the online storage service Microsoft SkyDrive developed by computer technology company Microsoft Corp.

The article discusses ways on how to permanently delete files in Windows OS. Hackers can gain access to personal computers and recover files that have already been deleted. For sensitive files, users can run the Disk Defragmenter or resort to reformatting the hard drive. Third-party applications, such as the Simple File Shredder from Scar5, assures that the file becomes unrecoverable.

The article presents questions and answers related to computing, including how to move user files to a second drive, when to upgrade optical character recognition (OCR) systems, and whether the Apple iPad tablet computer is a good alternative to a notebook computer.

The article reviews several web sites that offer tips and advice on how to stay organized, including FlyLady at www.flylady.net, OnlineOrganizing.com at www.onlineorganizing.com and Organized Home at www.organizedhome.com.

The article focuses on sharing, viewing and printing Portable Document Format (PDF) files. It provides a background to the idea proposed by John Warnock in 1991 related to PDF. It offers information on a free program called Adobe Reader which lets one read PDF files. It describes the process of creating a PDF using the Print dialog box of any Acrobat program such as Acrobat Standard, Acrobat Pro and Acrobat Extended. It relates some of the third-party PDF creation tools, including Save As PDF add-in for Microsoft Office 2007 and the CutePDF program.

The article explains how to address problems with Portable Document Format (PDF) documents. There are several ways to troubleshoot a problem encountered when a user tries to open a PDF file online through his Web browser. One of which is to save the PDF file to the hard drive and then open it through Windows Explorer. There are also instances wherein the user does not encounter problems in terms of opening PDF files but does have a hard time printing them. One solution to such problem is printing the problem PDF file as a bitmap image.

This article presents information on various aspects of the Portable Document Format (PDF) computer file format from Adobe. A reason for the popularity of PDF is that Adobe Reader, which enables a user to open and print documents is free. PDF also keeps formatting, layouts, fonts and graphics intact from computer to computer. However, PDF has limitations such that users can't create and edit documents without special software. Adobe Reader only enables users to view and print PDF files.

Presents tips for using the NT file system (NTFS) of Windows 2000. Advantages of using NTSF; Steps for enabling file permissions; Process of creating a separate user account after using NTFS; Efficient way to configure access permissions on the system.

This article provides solutions to error messages in computers. Explorer.exe, otherwise known as Windows Explorer, is the program in Windows that helps users manage files. For the computer user who encounters problems with the application, it is recommended that he should start by scanning his system for viruses and deleting any that he finds. Next, he should download and install a free anti-spyware utility, such as Ad-Aware SE Personal or Spybot Search & Destroy. The anti-spyware utility will locate and delete many of the malware programs, such as BonziBUDDY or Ftapp.dll, known to cause this particular error. After the scan, the user should empty his browser caches to delete any harmful residue that might still be on his system. To do this, he should open Internet Explorer's Tool menu, select Internet Options, choose the General tab, and click the Clear History and Delete Files options. In both cases, he should click Yes if prompted to verify his actions. When the caches are empty, he can click OK to close the dialog box. It is also suggested that the user install the Service Pack 2 version of Windows XP and other Windows updates, all of which are available by visiting windows update.microsoft.com.

This section provides instructions in compressing and encrypting folders in the Windows Me operating system. Users of Windows Me in particular are often affected by the benefits, and occasional drawbacks, of compression and encryption. Understanding how to compress and encrypt folders, as well as how to access them, are necessary components of the computing experience. Windows Me is often characterized as a problematic operating system, and identifying this characterization is an important starting point when using its compression and encryption features. Windows Me made file compression and encryption a standard feature, and this meant that, for the first time, users in business and home settings could send and receive multiple folders that previously would have occupied a substantial amount of drive space. To install folder compression in Windows Me, choose Start, Settings, and Control Panel. Double-click the Add/Remove Programs icon and then select the Windows Setup tab. Next, highlight System Tools and click the Details button. Place a check mark in the box next to Compressed Folders and click OK twice. Meanwhile, encryption in Windows Me is something of a misnomer. Rather than actually encrypting the newly compressed folder, users will in fact be protecting it with a password.

Details instructions for the uses of the Windows 98 System File Checker tool from Microsoft. Virus susceptibility of Windows system files; Way to resolve any system file problem; Specifications. INSET: Extracting Without The SFC.

The article offers step-by-step instructions for organizing data using the Calc spreadsheet program in OpenOffice.org 3.

The article previews the WebMinds Easy Duplicate Finder software.

The article previews the Iolo Search And Recover file recovery software.

The article offers tips from readers on dealing with computing problems. One reader suggests holding a stack of paper in the hand to discover the curl in printer paper. He notes that printers will work best with paper that curls down naturally. To fix file organization problem, a reader makes sure to have an open space in the leftmost column of icons on the desktop before downloading or creating a new file. Another relates that he took an old garden hose and snaked the computer wires through it as a remedy to the mess at his home office.

The article offers step-by-step instructions for importing data using the Intuit Quickbooks Premier Edition 2011 program.

The article reviews the Dr. Batcher batch file creator from Mental Works Computing Software.

The article reviews the Acrobat X, a Portable Document Format (PDF) creation and management software released by Adobe.

The article offers information on several software updates. The Adobe InDesign CS5 7.0.2 addresses issues that arise when ShockWave Flash (SWF) files are sent to Interactive Portable Document Formats (PDFs). To fix the crashing of Creator 2010 when Music Disc Creator or Video Copy and Convert features are used, Roxio launched the Creator 2010 Service Pack 2.

The author shares how he stores, edits, posts, and shares photos on the computer. He questions why every time he shares a photograph with friends or family, they get their links to online photo albums within days. He wonders if there is anything wrong with his process of storing, editing and sharing photographs. The author admits that he keeps the original photographs to a My Pictures sub-folder.

The article offers step-by-step instructions for combining tasks and Google calendar with Producteev2 online task manager.

The article describes several helpful features of the Windows 7 operating system of Microsoft. In Windows 7, unlike in Vista, the alerts regarding security settings can be turned off using the Control Panel. The calculator in Windows 7 has the Standard, Programmer, Scientific and Statistics modes. This operating system also permits quicker file organization by using a shortcut key to send a file to one of the main user folders.

The article focuses on the options used by the author to convert documents to Portable Document Format (PDF). He previously used a scanner because most software bundled with scanners offers the option to save scanned material in PDF format. He is now using PrimoPDF, a free virtual printer model software that only runs when needed.

The article presents suggestions on handling file management problems in Microsoft Excel 2007. It explains that an .XLSX name extension is the program's new file format and its advantages include smaller file sizes, better resistance to macro-based viruses, and stronger problem-recovery possibilities. Files that are not opened during the course of the day would appear on the Recent Documents list that pops up when the Office button is clicked on.

The author reflects on preparing one's personal computer (PC) for the holidays. He mentions that in the next few months, computers will have to handle an increased number of digital media data, such as photos and videos from family get-togethers on digital cameras and camcorders. He points out that PCs should be ready so that by January, people can already organize and edit those data. He argues that a fine-tuned PC would be able to handle all those new files.

The article presents information on creating, organizing and managing folders in Windows XP. An example is given for creating a new folder in My Documents to hold genealogy files, including the steps involved to complete the task. When renaming a folder, right-click the folder's name and click rename. It enumerates ways by which WinXP can display a folder or files. It notes that Windows uses the Tiles view for the files in the My Music folder and its subfolders. To change the way that a single folder appears, locate and click the Views button on the toolbar.

This article describes several misconceptions about the Macintosh computer system. One myth states that Macintosh computer cannot share files with Windows computers. But in fact, most file formats used in Macintosh, like Joint Photographic Experts Group (JPEG), DOC, XLS, and Portable Document Format (PDF) are also compatible with Windows, and both systems may be connected over a network and share files, printers and other resources between systems. Another misconception states that Microsoft Office cannot be run on Macintosh. It is also considered a myth since Microsoft currently offers a Mac edition of its Office suite.

The article presents tips on file management and computer care. To keep track downloads easily, create a folder named A Download Folder on the C drive. Before downloading a file, create a subfolder with an appropriate category name and download into that subfolder. After the download is completed, browse to than subfolder and double-click the EXE for the install. To access the Magnifier feature built within Windows, click Start, Programs, Accessories, Accessibility, and then Magnifier. This command will open a small window at the top of the screen, which is the magnification of the area around the mouse pointer.

The article presents questions and answers related to the Internet. One person asks about Amazon's outlet section for good discount deals. Another inquires about the process of converting a portable document format (PDF) into text that does not need a PDF viewer. A reader asks about the use of a computer software for organization.

The article reviews the registry cleaning software Registry Mechanic 5.1 from PC Tools and offers information on its Scan Your Registry function and Optimize Your System function and the software's documentation.

the article offers ideas on using the file encryption feature of Windows XP (WinXP). For easier handling of encrypted data, it is best to designate one or more specific folders to encrypt and then place all the sensitive files within them. The time needed to perform the initial encryption depends on a number of factors such as file or folder size and speed of the system. However, enabling encryption does add some system overhead and might slow down the performance while with encrypted files, but the effect should not be very noticeable unless the system is quite old. When encrypting files in WinXP, it is critical that the user account have a strong password.

This article focuses on getting the Portable Document Format (PDF) version of online publications including Smart Computing. PDF makes an issue serve as portable technical support information center. The steps in finding the PDF versions of the publications from the Web site of Smart Computing are outlined.

This article reviews the Acrobat 6.0 Standard software from Adobe Systems. With Acrobat 6.0, users can create Portable Document Formats (PDF) from a variety of file formats, including Microsoft Office and Corel WordPerfect documents, Web pages, and graphics. Users can also create editable PDF from documents or other items scanned, and Acrobat will perform optical character recognition (OCR) for the user. With Acrobat 6.0 Standard, users can take snapshots of portions of a PDF, creating a mini-PDF that users can paste into other programs. Furthermore, users can bookmark their PDF, making it easy for others to find important passages. If users do not want to splurge on the full version of Acrobat, they can create unlimited PDF or perform unlimited OCR online at the Adobe Web site for $9.99 monthly or $99.99 per year. In a world where files are increasingly transmitted online or stored on computers rather than in file cabinets, programs such as Acrobat are a welcome addition to people's arsenal. With Acrobat 6.0 Standard, Adobe has reworked the interface to make it even more user-friendly than before. Consequently, this release offers the perfect opportunity for users of all skill levels to avail themselves of its services.

This article reviews PentaSuite 7 computer software from PentaWare. From the central PentaWare Manager, users can launch any of a wide selection of file management utilities that run similarly well. For example, PentaZip handles compression duties with an interface that is reminiscent of other well-known zip utilities and features a wizard for compressing or extracting files. Also handy is PentaSend, which lets users take advantage of its logical interface to easily encrypt and decrypt files and send them using any of various transfer methods. PentaWhiteBoard is similarly neat, capturing frames from video files and saving them as graphics files. If that is not enough, they will also find tools for File Transfer Protocol transfers, photo thumbnail browsing, Hypertext Markup Language photo album creation, and more. One of the most powerful tools included with PentaSuite is PentaPDF, which lets users create Portable Document Format files directly from Microsoft Word, PentaView, PentaConverter, and the right-click context menu in Windows Explorer. If users grow tired of switching among a profusion of utilities to handle file management duties, PentaSuite offers a tidy alternative. Also attractive is the price; at $100, users will have a tough time assembling an equally powerful collection for the same cost.

This article reviews the pdfFactory software from FinePrint Software. Portable Document Format (PDF) is a technology that enables content developers to publish their documents in a universally accepted electronic format without compromising graphic, fonts, layout and other design elements. The software actually exists as a printer driver that shows up whether the users access the Print command from within a Windows application. When the Print dialog box appears on-screen, users simply select pdfFactory as the designated printer and click the Print button. The document would not print on the printer, instead, a second dialog box appears in which users can configure basic fonts and link settings, preview how the document will look as a PDF file and save it as a PDF file. Users can also print the file or mail it as a PDF attachment. The software cannot be used to edit PDF documents or generate new content. What it does is convert content from one or more applications into a compact searchable PDF file users can share with anyone who has Adobe Reader. Small businesses and self-employed individuals will benefit from the opportunity to create low-cost PDF files for Web and electronic mail distribution.