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Computer problems for new users

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Top 10 Computer Problems That New Computer Users Will Face :- Plugging In The Computer Parts The first computer problem every new user faces is not buying a new computer, but plugging it in when they get it home. Although computer makers have made things easier in recent years by color coding many wires and plugs, putting everything in the right place still remains a challenge. A special problem exists for users who receive their computers in several different packages. Do you need to wait for all of your computer parts to arrive before trying to turn on your computer? (The answer is  probably not .) To setup your computer, perform the following steps: Find the power cord. If you bought a computer made for your country, you’ll be able to identify it by its power plug. On the computer side of the plug should be three slits; plug this into the back of the computer where three prongs stick out.

TIFF, GIF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, and a BMP file

What is the difference between TIFF, GIF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, and a BMP file? BMP Bitmap. This was probably the first type of digital image format that I can remember. Every picture on a computer seemed to be a BMP. In Windows XP the Paint program saves its images automatically in BMP, however now in Windows Vista images are saved to JPEG. BMP is the basis platform for many other file types. JPG, JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) Jpeg format is used for colour photographs, or any pictures with many blends or gradients. It is not good with sharp edges and tends to blur them a bit. This format became popular with the invention of the digital camera. Most, if not all, digital cameras download photos to your computer as a Jpeg file. Obviously the digital camera manufacturers see the value in high quality images that ultimately take up less space. GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) Gif format is best used for text, line drawings, screen shots, cartoons, and animations. Gif i...

Developers tab in MS-Word 2007

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How to enable or show the developers tab in Microsoft Word 2007? In Microsoft word 2007 the developers tab contains an entire lot of features to use, however it is not enabled to show by default. Therefore the developers tab will not show until you change the Word options. Some of the features the de3velopers tab reveals are advanced controls and hidden elements to your document that not too many users are familiar with. See what the developers tab looks like in the screenshot below. If you have not enabled it to be shown you will not see it. What features are on the developers tab? The developers tab in Microsoft word reveals settings that allow you do use code, advanced controls, xml, protect your document, and see what template the document is based on. If you wanted to protect your document you would need to register your credentials with Microsoft. Then when you create a restricted document the user will need permission to open it. Also if you wanted to see what ...