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To become a computer technician, it’s important to know and understand the topics below. Understanding of computer hardware First, it is vital you have strong knowledge and understanding of the components that make a computer including: Motherboard CPU (processor) RAM (memory) Hard drive (both IDE and SATA). CD/DVD drive Video card Sound card Network card These are the primary components of a computer, but there are other components, both internal and external....

Most electronic devices today send you notifications in one form or another. They may come from Facebook to tell you your friend added to their story or your phone to let you know you have a new voicemail or text message. In recent years, newer operating systems started sending more notifications than previous versions. As you can imagine, notifications are not for everyone as they can slow productivity or be a general nuisance....

Microsoft wants to change users’ Windows experience by having any open apps remain running until shutdown. The purpose of this is to hasten application load times when they are re-opened (similar to cookies on your Internet browser). Unfortunately, this approach can fill a user’s Taskbar and memory with unwanted applications and programs. The following sections contain instructions on how clear apps from one or both areas. Closing an app in Windows 8....

Many printers are capable of connecting to a network, either through a wired or wireless connection. Setting up a printer on your home network lets you connect your computers without physically plugging them into the printer. In order to connect a printer to your home network, the printer must have a built-in Wi-Fi adapter or wired network connection port. Select a link below for the type of printer you have and follow the instructions to connect it to your home network....

Difficulty Moderate Steps 17 Time Required 30 minutes Sections 1 How To Fix a Broken Bra Hook 17 steps Flags 0 BackBra Hook Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction What you need Step 1 How To Fix a Broken Bra Hook Use a seam ripper to rip off the seams on either side of the broken hook and also the edge seam....

If you’re a regular YouTube user, you may already be familiar with some of the common tricks to try when YouTube stops working. Unfortunately, one difficult-to-fix issue for some users is a YouTube black screen error that prevents you from watching your favorite videos. This issue is just one of many that can stop you from watching YouTube on your PC, Mac, or mobile device. A problem with your web browser or browser extensions could be behind the connection issues....

Difficulty Very easy Steps 1 Time Required Suggest a time?? Sections How to Hard Reset Nokia Lumia 720 1 step Flags Member-Contributed Guide An awesome member of our community made this guide. It is not managed by iFixit staff. BackNokia Lumia 720 Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction In case of a forgotten password, problems with the operating system or if you want to delete your personal information from the phone....

Having your PC automatically enter sleep mode when inactive is useful. It conserves power and reduces system strain. If you don’t like this feature, though, it’s easy to disable. Many people find the auto-sleep feature unwelcome. Whether you are a power user running multiple computers at once or just someone who juggles other tasks while using their PC, you need a way to keep your computer awake without interaction. So here are all the ways you can prevent your PC from automatically logging off without having to touch the mouse or the keyboard manually....

Difficulty Easy Steps 6 Time Required 2 days Sections 1 How to Restore a Torn Nike Flip-Flop 6 steps Flags 0 BackShoe Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction What you need Step 1 How to Restore a Torn Nike Flip-Flop Remove all rough edges with 120 grit sandpaper from the torn parts of the flip-flop....

Difficulty Easy Steps 6 Time Required 10 - 15 minutes Sections 1 Display 6 steps Flags Missing Details Some of this guide’s details are missing. Help users by adding tools, difficulty, or time. BackHP Elite x2 G1 1012 Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction What you need Step 1 Display Be sure to power off and unplug your device before you begin your repair....

Difficulty Moderate Steps 6 Time Required 7 minutes Sections 2 Front Panel Assembly 3 steps Home Button 3 steps Flags 3 Action Shots Be an action hero! This guide needs images that better demonstrate how to perform specific actions. Needs More Images A few more images would make this guide’s procedures crystal clear. Missing Details Some of this guide’s details are missing. Help users by adding tools, difficulty, or time....

Difficulty Moderate Steps 7 Time Required 5 - 10 minutes Sections 3 Back Panel 3 steps Battery 2 steps Hard Drive 2 steps Flags 0 BackHP Envy x360 m6-aq003dx Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction What you need Step 1 Back Panel Turn the laptop over and use the plastic opening tool to take off the rubber pads....

Difficulty Moderate Steps 3 Time Required Suggest a time?? Sections 1 Maintenance Kit Rollers & Parts 3 steps Flags Member-Contributed Guide An awesome member of our community made this guide. It is not managed by iFixit staff. BackHP LaserJet 4100 Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction HP LaserJet 4100 Step 1 Purchase Maintenance Kit if you are receiving a Paper Jam Error Purchase Maintenance Kit for your Model Purchase Maintenance Kit for your Model...

Difficulty Difficult Steps 39 Time Required Suggest a time?? Sections 10 Battery 2 steps Keyboard 4 steps Hard Drive 4 steps Upper Case 7 steps Wi-Fi Board 4 steps Heat Sink 2 steps Display Assembly 10 steps Speaker Grill 4 steps Speaker Assembly 1 step Left Display Hinge 1 step Flags 0 BackHP Mini 1000 Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide...

Difficulty Moderate Steps 42 Time Required 1 - 2 hours Sections 8 SIM Card Tray 1 step Screen 15 steps Battery Disconnect 7 steps Back Cover 3 steps Front-Facing Camera 2 steps Loudspeaker 4 steps Motherboard Removal 7 steps Rear-Facing Camera 3 steps Flags 0 BackGoogle Pixel 4a 5G Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes...

Difficulty Moderate Steps 8 Time Required 20 - 40 minutes Sections 1 Display Adhesive 8 steps Flags 0 BackGoogle Pixel Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction Use this guide to correctly apply replacement adhesive to your Pixel or Pixel XL display after a repair. Some replacement displays do not come with an earpiece speaker grille....

Difficulty Easy Steps 7 Time Required 5 - 10 minutes Sections 3 Front Panel 2 steps Back Panel 2 steps Mounting Post and Spring Replacement 3 steps Flags 0 BackGravityLight Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction What you need Step 1 Removing the Front Panel Flip the GravityLight on its back and place it on a sturdy surface....

Difficulty Easy Steps 10 Time Required 15 - 25 minutes Sections 1 Cabin Air Filter 10 steps Flags 0 BackHonda CR-V Touring 2016 Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction What you need Step 1 Cabin Air Filter Ensure that your 2016 Honda CR-V Touring Edition is off. Open the glovebox and remove all of its contents....

One of the best ways to avoid or reduce eye strain and headaches while using your computer is to have the correct screen brightness. For many Windows 10 users, using the brightness adjustment keys on their keyboards is a quicker way of manually adjusting the brightness level on their PCs. If, for some reason, the keys fail to work as they should, there are other methods you can use to adjust brightness on your Windows 10 PC....

Pop-ups are generally unwanted in web browsers because they often contain advertisements or malware. For this reason, many web browsers disable them by default. However, pop-ups sometimes have legitimate uses and may be necessary on certain websites. Below are the steps on how to allow pop-ups in Google Chrome. How to allow pop-ups in Chrome Open Google Chrome. In the upper-right of the Chrome window, click the  icon. Select Settings from the drop-down menu....