Beginners Guides

• Computer Fundamentals for Teachers: Set-up, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting
  Very basic information.

Macintosh

• Troubleshooting Macs
  Walks you through basic troubleshooting.
• Technical Info Library
  Articles from Apple.
• MM FAQ: Macintosh Manager Frequently Asked Questions
  Short list of answers about configuration, applications, and common problems.
• MacFixit: Troubleshooting Solutions for the Macintosh
  Searchable archives, reports, and library of troubleshooting software; Numerous forums on Mac topics.
• MacIn Touch
  Searchable news and reports.
• Apple Mailing Lists
  Numerous public mailing lists.
• MacTips
  Articles for troubleshooting Macs and installing the newest operating system.

Windows

• PC Help 911
  Email service for PC problems.
• Troubleshooting your own PC: Easier than it Sounds
  Preventing and repairing simple problems.
• MS TechSupport
  Microsoft's knowledge base and FAQs.
• HP Support
  Online support, troubleshooting by product.
• Compaq Support
  Reference library, FAQs, forum, etc.
• Gateway Support
  Live online person-to-person support, interactive troubleshooting tool, updates, etc.
• Bootdisks
  Utilities and tools for the advanced PC user.
• Fixwindows
  Articles, FAQs, and troubleshooting flowcharts.
• PC Pitstop
  Online test of computer performance and suggestions for corrections.
• PCWin Resource Center: Tips and Tricks
  Management tips for Windows.
• PC Mechanic
  How hardware and software components work and what to do when they don't.
• PC Workbetter
  Solutions for Windows performance, application and hardware conflicts, etc.
• Karbosguide
  Information on the various hardware components and operating system.
• SmartSchools PC Day Troubleshooting
  Online troubleshooting manual.

Cross-Platform

• Tech Help Now!
  Searchable database of solutions, tips, guides, and tutorials.
• Protonic.com
  Provides technical support to computer users for free.
• Support Tech
  Drivers and upgrades for hardware and software.

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