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Some Important Computer Repair Tools

Whether it is used for work or for entertainment, Computers have become a vital component of everyday life for most people.

Both hardware and software computer repair tools have diverse features that give you the ability to find out and then fix problems. Tools, such as screwdrivers and parts grabbers, are made in much smaller sizes to work properly with the smaller types of screws and other devices used in computers.
Here is the list of some of the best PC tools which are very useful for repairing and fixing the PC errors.

Computer Repair Hardware tools
1. Standard phillips head screwdrivers (non-magnetic) – it is the basic requirement. Never use magnetic screwdrivers inside computers.
2. Cordless rechargeable screwdriver- this tool is especially useful when fixing multiple PCs by saving time, effort.
3. Paper clips – it is a perfect tool for releasing the drawer of an optical disc drive.
4. Multitester/voltmeter – it should be used for testing power supply.
5. Cable testers – it is available for most types of cables used within a computer.
6. Port-testing software – this tool determines if various ports are working correctly or not.
7. Breakout boxes – it allows us complete flexibility in changing electrical configuration of cables & ports for testing purposes.

Computer Repair Software tools 
1. Dial-a-fix is a collection of known fixes gleaned from Microsoft Knowledgebase articles, Microsoft MVPs, and other important support forums, that will help you in repairing problems with your system. Although this tool is normally meant for power users, technicians, and administrators, it is relatively safe to use even without technical guidance. Simply choose the solutions you wish to apply via checkmarks, and click GO.

2. LSP-Fix is a free tool designed to repair internet connections damaged by malware or buggy software. The Layered Service Provider (aka LSP) is a part of your operating system that your computers utilize to connect to the internet. Some genuine software and. LSP-Fix will explain you the files placed in particular zone and will advise which ones need to be removed to get internet access again.

3. Process Explorer demonstrates a list of currently running processes and DLL’s on the local Windows based system. It is very helpful for finding viruses and malware.

4. The PC Decrapifier is a program planed to eliminate or uninstall a specific list of unwanted software in an unattended fashion.

5. Tweak UI - it is an official tool from Microsoft, isn’t so much a repair tool but a tool to make small tweaks to an Windows XP based system. Although it does have the ability to repair your hotkeys, repair your font folder, repair regedit, repair unread mail count and repair icons its real power is it giving you power over how WindowsXP behaves.

6. Unlocker – it helps you to delete locked files with error messages like: Cannot delete file: Access is denied, there has been a sharing violation, The file is in use by another program or user etc.

7. Unstoppable Copier - a tool that permits you to recover files off a failing hard drive that has problems such as a physical damage, bad sectors, errors reading data etc.

8. Double Driver - a tool for collecting the drivers that the computer uses to be in touch with its hardware.

9. Restoration- a free utility to recover deleted files that were either sent to the recycle bin and then emptied, or directly deleted from within Windows. 

Know more about types and features of computer repair tools. Just click on “computer repair tools” for details.
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Types of Errors that Can Occur with Windows® Registry

 The role of the registry is to create the database that can store all the information that is needed for the system and this information is about hardware, software, user profile and so on.

Types of errors that can occur with Windows registry

There are various error that can come with the Windows registry; “Windows XP error code 10”, “Windows Vista is too slow to operate”, there are “DLL file errors”. There are various other registry errors like “STOP message: 0x00000051” error code where your system stops responding with this message. If you receive “Stop 0x00000051” error message then you have error when you restore the system. You may get “Stop 0x00000051 Registry Error” when you are trying to take the backup of the registry hives. Even there are other error messages like “10000050; C000021a error” these messages appear if your system is restarting when you try to start your Windows XP based system.   

Tips to fix such errors

Windows registry error can be solved by using the various registry cleaners that are available in the market. You can even solve such kind of error by using the System Restore or System Console which is provided with the operating system. Some of the error like “Code 10” is caused due to the drivers where you have to update the drivers to solve such kind of error. While installing different software or hardware device make sure that you install it properly on the system.   

To prevent such kind of Windows registry error you have to perform a complete scan of your system. Check your drivers and change it if they are corrupted or damaged. Always update the drivers so that they do not cause the Windows registry error. Install a good registry cleaner that can find out hidden corrupted files and remove them from the system. You can also use the online registry cleaner that can help your system to improve the performance. You can maintain your system by cleaning and maintaining your Windows registry. Install an appropriate antispyware sop that your system is protected against spyware attacks which may also damage the registry files.

Related Article :

Some Points to Keep in Mind before Making Changes in the Registry Entries
Tips to Backup and Restore Windows® Registry
Learn about Windows® Registry
Antivirus Protection to configure antivirus program installed on your PC

How to remove Ajan Trojan?

Ajan Trojan steals password by using a specific algorithms for constant monitoring of user's actions. If an attempt of entering login information is detected, this spyware writes this information into a log file and, after some certain period of time, throws this log to the hacker. The hacker can freely utilize user's accounts and make them his or her property.

The 1st method is to uncover the Ajan Trojan files using the search tool and to delete them permanently from your computer. If you are not able to find all the files through your search tools, then

1 - go to ‘Control Panel’

2 - click on ‘Add/Remove Programs’ and see if Ajan Trojan is present in the list of programs.

3 - If yes, then you can remove Ajan Trojan from there.

4 - You can also go to ‘Task Manager’ and click on the ‘End Task’ button to stop any programs run by Ajan Trojan.

If you want to know more then click on Ajan Trojan – It’s Effect

Detect and remove all kinds of viruses and other malicious programs by installing the best Antivirus software compatible with your system. Tips to safeguard your pc, more details here – click on PC Virus Removal

Have a look on Slideshare presentation on Ajan Trojan Manual Removal Instructions. Just click Ajan Trojan Manual Removal Instructions

Kaspersky® Mobile Security Enterprise Edition

The Kaspersky® Mobile Security Enterprise Edition application was designed to be an all-in-one security resolution that offers a worry-free computing environment for your smart phones. It brings to an end the interruption of viruses and malicious documents on to your smart phones and protects your personal documents and information. The Kaspersky® Mobile Security has everything you should have for a safe and secure. Kaspersky Mobile Security maintains your private life strictly private.

Main highlights of Kaspersky Mobile Security Suits are

• Privacy Protection
• Locate a lost or stolen smartphone
• Secure contacts, photos and files from unauthorized access
• Block unwanted calls or SMSs
• Parental control
• Protect your smartphone from malware and network attacks

Kaspersky Mobile Security works on smartphones with:

• an Internet connection
• one of the following Operating Systems:
• Symbian OS 9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 9.4 Series 60 (Nokia smartphones only)
  Note: The product version for Symbian 9.4 does not support encryption.
• Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0, 6.0, 6.1, 6.5

If you want help and support for all the major types of antivirus software, which include, Norton™, AVG, Kaspersky®, avast!, and much more, then just click on "Online Antivirus Help"

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