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Practical, straightforward information about computer care, maintenance, and repair. No sales pitches — just useful reading.

Computer maintenance guide

Device Maintenance Guide for Long-Term Performance

Practical steps — physical and software — that can help your computer run reliably for years. Covers everything from physical placement to backup habits.

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Signs your computer needs repair

Common Signs Your Computer May Need Professional Repair

How to distinguish minor software quirks from symptoms that suggest something more significant is going on. A practical reference for non-technical users.

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Data recovery explained

Understanding Data Recovery: What's Possible and What's Not

A realistic guide to what data recovery actually involves — the types of failure it can address, and what to do when a drive stops working.

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