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Can You Transfer a Windows 7 License to a Virtual Machine Running on the Same Computer?
All is well if you never need to move your Windows 7 license to a different computer or to a virtual machine environment, but what do you do if you find yourself in that situation? Today's SuperUser Q&A post looks at the topic to help a confused reader find a solution.
Can a New Laptop Battery Go Bad if Unused?
If you bought a new replacement laptop battery as a precaution, will it go bad if you let it sit around unused until some future date when it might be needed? Today's SuperUser Q&A post offers advice in response to a curious reader's question.
What Happens to Data When it Gets Deleted from Your Recycle Bin?
Most of the time we rarely spare a thought for deleted files outside of knowing they are now out of our way, but what actually happens to those files when we delete them? Today's SuperUser Q&A post has the answers to a curious reader's questions about the deletion process.
Can Two Drives Connected via USB Hub Bypass a Computer When Sharing Data?
If you have multiple hard drives connected to a USB hub, does copied data move through the computer first or directly through the USB hub itself? Today's SuperUser Q&A post has the answers to a curious reader's questions.
Do Text-Based Browsers Reduce Network Traffic?
There is no doubt that today's web pages are full of rich content and use more bandwidth to fully load up, but would using a text-based browser instead of a GUI-based one make a significant difference in reducing network traffic? Today's SuperUser Q&A post has the answers to a curious reader's question.
How do You Set Up Advanced Google Search Criteria?
It is easy to get more results than you need or want when conducting an online search, but what do you do (or use) if you really want to limit the parameters of the search? Today's SuperUser Q&A post has the answers to a confused reader's request for help.
Why is Windows Refusing to Use All of the RAM Installed on a Computer?
There is nothing quite like the awesome feeling of finally being able to perform a major upgrade on your computer, but what do you do when your system refuses to make use of the whole upgrade? Today's SuperUser Q&A post has the answer to a frustrated reader's question.
What 'Concepts' were Used Before Operating Systems?
Computers have been with us for quite some time now, but before the advent of modern operating systems, what was used to make the early computer systems work? Today's SuperUser Q&A post takes a curious reader on a journey back in time.
How Does the Domain Name Registration Process Work?
If you have never registered a domain name of your own before, the process can seem a bit confusing or overwhelming.
Does Every Operating System Need RAM?
If you have a computer that the RAM has possibly gone bad on, are there any operating systems that will function on the computer, at least to help you test and diagnose the hardware? Today's SuperUser Q&A post taps into a lively discussion on the subject to satisfy a curious reader's question.
How Does a Website Remember Your Preferences for It (and Choices Regarding Cookies)?
How do websites remember your preferences for them (or desire for none), and what about the touchy subject of cookies themselves? Today's SuperUser Q&A post seeks to shed some light on how cookies work and the information they store for a confused reader.
Why has Website Text Size Suddenly Increased While Browsing with Google Chrome?
There are few things as frustrating as having a program update and suddenly break things that were working perfectly before.
When Prompted to Restart After Uninstalling Software, is Shutting Down Okay Too?
Most of the time you do not need to restart your computer after uninstalling a program, but there are times when Windows will ask you to do so for a particular program.
Do Two Computers on the Same Wi-Fi Network Have the Same IP Address?
When you are just starting to learn about networks and how IP addresses work, it can all seem a bit overwhelming, but with a little bit of study you can understand how it all comes together.
Can You Repair a Physically Broken USB Drive?
Sometimes accidents happen to a USB drive, and you find yourself in a very bad position when your only copy of an important document is on there.
Download the Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition Basic Rules Set for Free
Are you an avid Dungeons & Dragons player who is curious about the latest edition, been away from the game for a bit but want to get back in, or someone who is completely new to the game? Then we have the perfect opportunity to share with you! The Basic Rules set for the latest edition is now available to download for free!Image courtesy of Wizards of the Coast.
What is the Difference Between FTPS and SFTP?
When you are in the process of setting up remote file transfer capabilities for your employees, you want things to be as simple and secure as possible.
10 Amazing Paper Tricks to Amaze Your Friends With
Are you looking for some fresh tricks to amaze your friends with? Then you will definitely want to watch and learn from today's video featuring ten awesome tricks you can perform with ordinary paper!Special Note: There are template download links available for some of these paper tricks in the 'About Section' on the video's home page.
Are Computers with More RAM Potentially Faster if All Memory is Not Usually in Use?
Having a computer with a hefty amount of RAM is a wonderful thing, but is it potentially faster if all of that memory is not usually in use? Today's SuperUser Q&A post has the answers to a curious reader's question.
Can a Long Range Wi-Fi Connection Work if One End is Not Using a High-Gain Antenna?
When you are setting up a long range Wi-Fi connection, you want to make sure that your connection is as solid as possible, but can you use a mixture of antenna types or should you go with high-gain only? Today's SuperUser Q&A post has the answers to a confused reader's question.