Computer Tips

How using third-party DNS can speed up your internet

Dave’s Computer Repair Blog – How using third-party DNS can speed up your internet DNS, or Domain Name Servers translate a web address (URL) into the language spoken by the internet, IP addresses. My website URL is https://www.davescomputers.com, which you type in to get here. But the server my website sits on is actually 216.119.152.127. … Read more

I’m getting ‘Windows Error 0xc000007b’ what do I do?

  If you’re seeing an error that says ‘The application was unable to start correctly (0xc000007b)’ it means something has gone wrong with the program or with Windows files that the program needs to access. While it sounds serious, it is actually quite straightforward to address. With some basic Windows troubleshooting techniques, we can fix … Read more

How to boot Windows 10 into Safe Mode

Safe Mode is an important Windows 10 troubleshooting tool that any power user should become familiar with. It allows you to access usually locked Windows files and drivers as well as circumventing Windows file protection. This allows a lot of freedom when fixing Windows faults. If you would like to know how to boot Windows … Read more

How to enable or disable password login in Windows 10

If you’re the only one who uses your computer or you trust those you share it with, why not remove password login in Windows 10? It enables the computer to boot straight to the desktop and shaves precious seconds off the boot time. It also removes that extra manual step so Windows can go from … Read more

Data Recovery: Data Loss Dos and Don’ts

Data breaches are all over the news, and it’s not just mega-corporations like Sony and Target – health insurance companies and even government agencies have been the subject of hacks and data loss. As a small business owner, you might not think you have to worry as much as these high-profile organizations. However, every business … Read more

Computer Running Slowly? Tips on How to Improve Speed with Computer Maintenance

Computer Running Slowly? Tips on How to Improve Speed! Whether you are using it for personal or business-related purposes, a slow computer can often be your worst nightmare. Your productivity instantly decreases, you may be concerned about losing important files or fulfilling deadlines, and your morale deteriorates. However, there are a few things you can … Read more