Computers & Programming: Page 73

Have an extra PC monitor stashed in your closet? Don't have a television at all? It's time to wipe off the dust and see how you can turn your computer monitor into a TV.

No wireless router? There is a way to network your computers by using your existing power-line. This CNET video will show you how to set up a power-line network - it's not as sexy as a wireless network, but it's easy and reliable!

Do you have an old PC sitting around somewhere in your garage? Want a dedicated audio server that will play back MP3s, Internet radio, and other digital music files over your home stereo system? This CNET video teaches you how to convert your old PC into an amazing server!

Serious about multi-player PC gaming? Then communicating with your fellow players via in-game voice-chat features is a must! This CNET video teaches you how to make it happen with a two-way headset!

Do you need more drive or storage space in your computer? Learn how to install an IDE hard drive in a desktop PC in just a few simple steps.

This tutorial shows the steps involved in putting a secondary cd/dvd drive in a windows based PC. This second drive will allow you to do things such as, copying a cd or dvd.

The Central Processing Unit, or CPU, is the electronic brain of your computer. Learn how how to install a CPU in a desktop PC. To get started use a flat workbench or desk, and don't forget to ground yourself.

Is your computer's power supply on the fritz? Learn how to install a power supply in a desktop PC with these easy steps.Before we begin, you should know that many brand name PCs use specially designed power supplies. So, make sure you contact them directly before installing a new power supply. Also, an unplugged power supply still can give you a powerful electric shock by put something inside an open vent.

This video demonstrates how to add a new hard drive to a Dell Dimension without damaging the computer. The video walks your through opening the computer and installing the hard drive to the computer correctly.

This video demonstrates how to make your own icon and use it in Windows. To do this, just make the graphic in Paint, save it as the right format, and create a shortcut using the icon you made.

This video shows how to connect to a wireless network. Do away with the cords and get on line anywhere in your home and even in your yard.

Have you ever wanted to have more screen space when using your computer? This video will show you how to install dual monitors on your computer system.

No webcam and don't feel like purchasing one? Ever wonder how you could use your DV camcorder as your webcam? CNET Video will teach you how to turn your DV camcorder into a webcam through easy steps!

Phillip Bourton explains how to open a computer and replace an optical drive without damaging any important components. He explains what characteristics should be considered when upgrading an optical drive, like type of drive and speed.

Learn how to install a hard drive into an external casing.This demonstration uses: a 250GB Seagate hard drive, a Ultra external hard drive casing, a small flat head, and a small screwdriver. The process will be very similar for any hard drive and/or casing used.

This video helps you to understand the differences between programming languages like PHP and Java Script. See how to understand and be able to use server and client based programming languages. This is VERY important to know before you start developing websites.

In this instructional video series learn from Stephanie Haworth, computer technician with Clayton Computer, as she demonstrates how to build a custom PC from how to choose and install components such as the motherboard, DVD ROM Drive, to applying thermal compound to the computer processor.

Zip drives, floppy disks, compact discs, external hard drives and flash drives are many options for storing your data outside of a computer.

Mike Biggly shows us how to set up our home internet and networks.

In this video series, learn from computer specialist Don Procunier how to use laptop computers. Explore the difference between laptops and desktops, the advantages and disadvantages of buying a laptop, how to buy a laptop, how USB ports work on laptops, different features on laptops, and different accessories for laptop computers.