How can I find out basic information about my computer?

Right click on the My Computer Icon and then left click on Properties.

How can I get Detailed System Information about my computer?

Sometimes, despite all efforts, it seems impossible to find a particular piece of information about your computer. This is especially frustrating when you're attempting to resolve a problem, and a support technician asks you to provide a simple piece of data. Wouldn't life be a little easier if information about your operating system, hardware resources and components, and software settings was all in one place? Microsoft System Information, which is included with almost all Windows systems, may be just what you need. To check out Microsoft System Information:
1. Go to Start > Run
2. Type "msinfo32" into the Open field
3. Click "OK"
Note: If "msinfo32" doesn't work, try "msinfo".

What is the "correct" way to remove a program from my computer?

The best way is to go to Control Panel/Add remove programs. Find the program you wish to remove, click on it and follow the on screen directions. If the program is not there you can check to see if there is an uninstall option when you go to the Program itself or in the start menu options for that program. As a last resort, you can move the program folder to the recycle bin but this will not totally remove it and may cause problems. Leave it on the computer if space allows.

How can I check my E-mail when I am away from home?

Before you leave, check the home page of your ISP (Internet Service Provider). Look for "Web mail" or something similar. If you can not get your mail there, here is a URL that works with any mail when you are away from home:  http:///www.mail2web.com

How do I set the time for how long my screen saver stays on to “forever”?

Here's what to do:

1) Go into Control Panel and click on the Display icon.

2) In Display Properties, click on the Screen saver tab.

3) In the Screen saver tab, click the Power button in the lower right-hand corner.

4) Set "Turn off monitor", "System standby" and "System hibernates" to Never.

5) Click Ok twice to complete the process.

Your screen saver should now run indefinitely.

If none of these solve your problems, please feel free to e-mail us at info@connacht.biz