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Computer Crash Course 101

Computer Crash Course 101. How NOT to Crash your Computer By: Taylor Helsper. Outline. Introduction Basic Computer Information Common Issues Conclusion Questions. Introduction. What is this lecture? Part of a CSE 4000 Independent Study Course “Practical Issues in Software Engineering”

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Computer Crash Course 101

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  1. Computer Crash Course 101 How NOT to Crash your Computer By: Taylor Helsper

  2. Outline • Introduction • Basic Computer Information • Common Issues • Conclusion • Questions

  3. Introduction • What is this lecture? • Part of a CSE 4000 Independent Study Course • “Practical Issues in Software Engineering” • What’s the point? • To provide practical information to MSU students in computer topics Note: The products presented in this presentation are merely examples and there are many alternatives that would also work.

  4. Outline • Introduction • Basic Computer Information • Common Issues • Conclusion • Questions

  5. Basic Computer Information • 3 Main Parts • Hard Drive • Memory (RAM) • Processor • The ‘Motherboard’ links them all together

  6. Basic Computer Information • Hard Disk Drive • “Long Term Memory” • Where files are saved • Programs are installed • Measured in Gigabytes (GB)and Terabytes (TB) http://www.wdc.com/global/images/products/models/img4/300/wdfCaviarBlue_6Gb.jpg

  7. Basic Computer Information • Memory (RAM) • “Short Term Memory” • Stores files being used • Measured in Megabytes (MB)and Gigabytes (GB) http://images.crucial.com/images/resources/medium/package/184-pinDIMM.gif

  8. Basic Computer Information • Processor • “Brains” • Performs all operations • Speed measured in Hertz,mostly Gigahertz (GHz) http://www.interfacebus.com/Dual-Core-AMD-Opteron-Processor.jpg

  9. Outline • Introduction • Basic Computer Information • Common Issues • Conclusion • Questions

  10. How can our computers run faster? • Virus Protection • Defragment the Hard Disk Drive • Add Memory http://www.shetlandcomputing.com/press_logo_avg1.jpg http://www.corsair.com

  11. Virus Protection • Prevents viruses • Many Choices (Free) • AVG • Microsoft Security Essentials • Sophos • Stay up to date! http://www.shetlandcomputing.com/press_logo_avg1.jpg http://www.blogsdna.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/microsoft-security-essentials.jpg

  12. Virus Protection • Run Virus Scan • Click on Tray Icon • Click “Scan Now” http://www.blogsdna.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/microsoft-security-essentials.jpg

  13. Virus Protection • Video Tutorials on How to • Download • Install • Upgrade • http://www.avg.com/us-en/tutorials.pnuid-1285678304 http://www.shetlandcomputing.com/press_logo_avg1.jpg

  14. Defragment your Hard Disk Drive • Defragging moves related files so they are close together • Makes reading them faster

  15. Defragment your Hard Drive • How to defragment • Start ->Accessories ->System Tools ->Disk Defragmenter • Choose your Hard Drive with Windows ( C: ) • Click Defragment

  16. Add Memory • Upgrades “Short Term Memory” • Easy to install in a desktop, not on laptop • Do research, get the correct type! • 2+ GB Recommended http://www.corsair.com

  17. What kind of video card do I need? • Any Brand • ATI / AMD • NVIDEA • 256+ MB Memory • Direct X 9.0+ http://www.amd.com http://www.nvidia.com Based on recommended settings for Photoshop / CAD Programs used

  18. Video Card Drivers • Issues? • Update the driver • No issues? • Don’t break it http://www.amd.com http://www.nvidia.com

  19. How do I save Hard Disk Drive space? • Move Files to External Hard Drive • Uninstall Junk • Stay Organized • Run ‘Disk Cleanup’ Clipart

  20. External Hard Disk Drives • Same as a HUGE thumbdrive • Inexpensive ($50 - $100) • Connect with USB • Search on newegg.com http://www.wdc.com/global/images/products/models/img2/300/wdfElements_BAAU.jpg

  21. Uninstall Junk • Remove programs you do not use • Search through start menu • Uninstall • Start ->Control Panel ->Uninstall a program • You can sort by size http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_hM6wPbYqTOI/TOGq4XHRvdI/AAAAAAAAAVs/VtT7cOkml3M/s1600/trash%2Bcan.jpg

  22. Run Disk Cleanup • Deletes • Temporary Files • Recycle Bin Files • Start ->Accessories ->System Tools ->Disk Cleanup • Pick C: Drive …

  23. What is the best Antivirus and Sypyware Removal Software? • There are many good alternatives • Antivirus • Sophos is supported by MSU ITS • Spyware Removal • Sophos • ITS • Website: http://www.sophos.com • Tutorials http://www.sophos.com

  24. What type of processor is best? • Two Popular Brands • AMD • Intel • Brand does not matter • Pay attention to • Speed (GHz) • Number of Cores (1,2,4) • Look at recommendations foryour programs Note: AMD and Intel speeds are measures different, so you cannot compare between brands. http://www.amd.com http://www.intel.com/

  25. If you delete files, will your computer run faster? • Short Answer • No • Long Answer • Only if you are running extremely low on hard drive space

  26. Is my computer running at peak performance? • It’s hard to tell • If you notice anything wrong • Run a virus / spyware scan • Defrag your Hard Drive • Make schedules http://www.dnenetworks.com/images/100percent.jpg

  27. Why am I getting messages my computer is infected? • Two possibilities • Your have a regular virus • Fix by updating your virus softwareor virus definitions • Run a virus scan • You have a virus that acts like virus software • It asks you to buy and download their software to remove it • DON’T DO IT! • Update your real virus software and run a scan clipart

  28. What files are important? • Most files are important • Only delete your own files • Remove programs by going to Start-> Control Panel-> Uninstall a program http://www.montclair.k12.nj.us/uploads/important.jpg

  29. What is the best browser? Microsoft Internet Explorer http://windows.microsoft.com/ie9 http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/ http://www.google.com/chrome/ There are many browser options. These are three popular choices.

  30. How do I protect against hackers? • Update your Operating System • Windows • Linux • Mac • Keep virus protection up to date http://steve.files.wordpress.com/2006/03/Matrix%20tut%202.jpg

  31. How do I organize my files? • Keep them in one place • My Documents • Thumbdrive • External Hard Drive • Name folders well • Make Backups! clipart

  32. How do I get a virus off a thumbdrive? • Example Using Microsoft Security Essentials • Open Program (Click Tray Icon) • Choose Custom Scan • Click Scan Now • Check the box next to your thumbdrive • Click OK

  33. Do Macs need virus protection? • See recommendations by MSU ITS • Make sure to install updates • If it runs Windows • Use it apple.com/macbookpro

  34. Which Windows is best? http://www.microsoft.com/windows/

  35. Improve E-Mail • Delete Trash / SPAM • Outlook • Downloads E-Mails to your computer • Compress Folders

  36. What is Task Manager? • It tells you what your computer is running • Control + Alt + Delete -> Start Task Manager • Check for processes that are running at a high percent

  37. Steps to Fix Computer • Get Information from Task Manager • Restart • Run Virus Scan • Defrag

  38. Hard Drive Diagnostics • Hard Drives can crash! • Keep your files backed up • If you think your hard drive might be going bad, try this: • http://www.tacktech.com/display.cfm?ttid=287 • Download and run the diagnostic program for the maker of your Hard Drive • Or, ask someone for help http://www.gottabemobile.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/hard_drive_crash.jpg

  39. Conclusion • Virus Protection • Backup Files • Ask for Help

  40. References Information came from my general knowledge due to experience and classes here at MSU. All images used have the appropriate links below them or came from Microsoft Clip Art.

  41. Questions?

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