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Curb PC Annoyances: Windows 7, Office, and Monitor Tips
Here's what to do when Microsoft changes a file format, Office keeps asking you to accept the EULA, and Dell ships you a monitor with a seemingly random cable.Linux Line
How to Configure an Ubuntu Linux Computer for Less Than $200
Here are step by step instructions for setting up an Ubuntu Linux computer with a 23-inch LCD monitor for under $200.Hassle-Free PC
Decide Between VGA, DVI, and HDMI for Your Monitor Connection
Actually, it's a pretty easy decision. But it'll probably cost you a few extra bucks.How-To
Geek 101: LCD and Plasma Basics
HDTV and computer monitor technology can be confusing to the uninitiated. We clear the air with this primer.How-To
How to Sell Your PC (and Other Gadgets)
Need cash to buy the latest and greatest? Here's how to turn your drawer full of old smartphones, cameras, and other tech toys into some brand-new gear.How-To
PCWorld’s Display Cable Guide
Here's how to identify every important cable for use with computer monitors.How-To
Top Tech Support Survival Tips
No one likes talking to tech support. Use our tips to help get your problem fixed–and maybe receive a little something extra, as well.How-To
How to Buy a Monitor
Which monitor you need depends on the applications you use, the amount of desk space you have, and how much you want to spend.
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Hardware Tips: New Use for an Old Laptop, and More
Turn a laptop into a second display, force a stubborn disc tray to open, and solve an iPhone sync problem.Hassle-Free PC
Turn a Spare Laptop Into a Second Monitor
Oldie-but-goodie MaxiVista is back with a new version that supports Windows Vista and Windows 7. It totally rocks.Hassle-Free PC
Turn Off Your Monitor By Pressing a Hotkey
Here's a simple way to save electricity: Turn off your monitor whenever you get up from your desk.Answer Line
When Your Laptop Screen Breaks
James dropped his laptop and broke the screen. What should he do?Digital Focus
Correct Your Monitor’s Colors
Fine-tune your display settings to get the best on-screen results with your digital photos.BizFeed
Pick Simple Upgrades to Boost Your PC Performance
These hardware upgrades conserve costs while still making your PCs run better.How-To
How to Fix a Pesky Stuck Pixel
Before you tote your pixel-speckled flat screen back to the store, consider what a soft cloth, your finger, and a bit of power-fiddling might accomplish.How-To
Quadruple Your Fun (and Productivity) With a Four-Monitor System
Think dual-display systems are the bee's knees? This quad-head setup will blow your mind.Steve Bass’s Tips & Tweaks