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Speed up your Apple or Mac with Onyx
How To: Speed Up Your Operating System with Onyx for OSX Even Apple computers and laptops need to be cleaned out from time to time. Although there are a few different programs out there that basically perform the same function, CompuTechs+ prefers to use Onyx, for OSX 10.5 or later. (But, you can find an [...]
Test an LCD Inverter Without Opening Your Laptop: Using a MultiMeter
So, your computer monitor is really dark or faint, and changing the brightness (using the ‘Fn’ key, for example) isn’t working. Now what to do? Simple. If you have a multimeter with a KHz option, use that to test the inverter. A cheap multimeter will register the KHz differently; if your multimeter KHz option only [...]
Replacing an LCD Backlight
Replacing an LCD backlight is not an easy job. On a scale of 1 to 10 of DIY repair, I would rank it an 8.5. Replacing a dead backlight is a cost-efficient way of repairing an LCD without breaking the bank. Most backlights run $4.99-$15.00 (shipping included) on a site such as eBay, and some [...]
Computer Tune-Ups, Safety, and Updating
Updating your laptop or computer is an essential part of computer repair, and basic computer maintenance. Let me start with this analogy: If you have a messy desk such as random soda cans, spills, papers, and everything basically strewn about, it can be difficult to get things done efficiently. The same goes for the operating [...]
