Computer Tips and Help for Novices
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At some point, we were all computer novices. I mean, we had to start somewhere, right? I’m lucky to have such a Technically inclined community behind me. But I want to make sure to reach out to those of you who may be beginning users, as well. Bill sent me an Email, with his Top 5 tips he always gives to newer computer owners:
- #1.When you download and install software, save the download link in a text file right in the folder for the program. Once you have installed the program, burn that program installer and the saved text link to a CD, label it, and keep it. That way if you ever need to re-install, you can pop in the CD, and know exactly what it is and where it came from.
- #2. Categorize your folders, but keep them simple. Create and label folders for pictures, work-related documents, personal documents, and the like. Keep track of the folders’ sizes. Once a folder reaches CD size, burn it to a CD, label it and store it. Then you can empty the folder on the computer. This can keep your computer much less cluttered.
- #3. Don’t put off updating your Anti-Virus and protection programs. Remember… your computer protection is only as good as your last update.
- #4. Be skeptical, be smart, be investigative. If you receive an email from someone saying that Microsoft and Yahoo need to verify information, why would you click on anything or reply to it? If Microsoft or Yahoo wanted to get ahold of you for security reasons, they would do so themselves. They would not have some unknown third party contact you.
- #5.Ask questions, and learn what to avoid. If someone is telling you how their computer always gets infected with viruses and the like, ask them questions. Find out their surfing habits, and learn what not to do!
This is an excellent starting point, for sure. If you have any tips and tricks for newer computer users, be sure to send them on to me! I’d love to share them with the rest of the world.
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31 Comments
Larz0rz
November 21st, 2007
at 1:09pm
Your backround gave me a seizure…
creamfilledhoes
November 21st, 2007
at 1:10pm
the lag on ur vids bugs the hell out of me!
VvCompHelpvV
November 21st, 2007
at 1:10pm
lololol
yeah, I just made a tutorial that required me to use it.lol
I said, I wnt a BG that will make the viewers’s eyes spaz out for tongiht. olol
Gonna be changing it back later today. 8)
but did you like the channel?
nickjuly004
November 21st, 2007
at 4:02pm
I help a lot of people I know with computer problems, most of them go to my school.
My Dad thinks that porn web sites are the safest web sites to go to, yea, riiighht.
ajam87
November 21st, 2007
at 6:03pm
Chris is possibly the biggest tech geek ive ever seen. And yet his vids are the lagiest, **** quality ive seen
ziwx
November 21st, 2007
at 8:41pm
ehm burn it to cd.. errrrr
TalesOfWar
November 22nd, 2007
at 1:10am
That’s because it’s recored from a LIVE stream that’s on 24/7.
christm3
November 22nd, 2007
at 2:46am
that user above u was being an complete idiot.
Shwamperoos
November 22nd, 2007
at 4:04am
A) as TalesOfWar (kickass name btw) mentioned, it was being recorded live while being streamed to many people.
B) it’s Youtube, dude. Show me a good quality Youtube video.
C) when your as cool as Chris, (which’ll never happen) get back to me.
massived2
November 22nd, 2007
at 4:38am
for the n00bs, keep things simple and take your time.
Windows Vista Torrent
November 22nd, 2007
at 7:32am
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Leo Erles
November 22nd, 2007
at 8:26am
I have a question about Outlook Express version 6.
If I receive an e-mail from someone using AOL, I have to click on the envelope in Attach: however many times it has been forwarded. Is there a way to open the e-mail, and go directly to the original?
ajam87
November 22nd, 2007
at 10:31am
Yeah well suck on my ballsack
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November 22nd, 2007
at 7:48pm
This is a good starting point from Chris Pirillo for any user who is new to computers.Computer Tips and Help For NovicesI like point #5 which tells you to ‘ask questions’. Remember, no question is a stupid question if you need to know the answer. I’ve lost count of the number of people who have said that they didn
subtler1
November 22nd, 2007
at 10:12pm
wow! your great. the world is a much better place with you in it.
livvidd
November 23rd, 2007
at 12:46pm
Hack all n00bs, It’s the only way they learn.
fancoy
November 24th, 2007
at 4:47am
hmmm very interesting and you communicate really well… simple, clear and helping. Subscribed! :)
GranitW
November 24th, 2007
at 12:18pm
Then don’t watch his vids.
travis30384
November 25th, 2007
at 4:29am
Hack all n00bs, It’s the only way they learn.
BadboyzSpy
November 25th, 2007
at 5:13am
Very interesting points and tips… Thanks
ThatGuyFromUTube
November 25th, 2007
at 7:37am
Noooooo!! I’m a novice…sorta. And I really appreciate the lame-man advice and tips and etc. Keep em comin’ along with the more advanced stuff. You rock!
shrouded60606
November 26th, 2007
at 4:50am
Top tips for parents
1) No keys on the keyboard or buttons on the mouse can make the computer explode
2) You wont delete important files by accident.
3) Dont make more 45 folders to save test text files to learn the basics of file structures.
4) Dont phone AOL.
5) Dont ask me to help you becuase I will get irritated.
ssssroryssss2
November 26th, 2007
at 5:26pm
So Google must be the worst site ever, lol. I actually think it’s a hell of a lot safer too torrent *** stuff than go to the “proper” sites.
ocpud2999
November 27th, 2007
at 4:40am
More top 5 tips.
1.Back up your data. IF your not sure how to, there are plenty of back up programs out there.
2. If you have kids make sure the computer is in a family room
3. If you never heard of the “free program” google it to make sure it is not spyware.
4. Dont be afraid to explore and read books book about computers go to forums there is plenty of info out there.
5. Before you pay for tech support go to google or Microsoft website. You might be able to fix it on your own
GuitarFreak369
November 29th, 2007
at 8:04am
i just delete all that **** lol
jetsterjinx
November 29th, 2007
at 5:19pm
lol…just got their first computer? lol chris, no offence, but you’re too late. About 99.99% of the educated population either is tech savvy, or does not need a computer…i got my first comp when i was 5
boss
December 13th, 2007
at 11:18pm
send me trouble shooting notes on computers
Computer Tips and tricks
January 3rd, 2008
at 1:55pm
It is so easy to forget what it was like whe you first start out on a computer. I aggree with all the tips you reccommend. I wish more people would be sensible about their anti-virus software it is the most common repair we get in our workshop.
leodime
February 1st, 2008
at 7:07am
Mine when I was 7, but I was using computers since I was 5. I’m pretty seasoned with many operating systems including ALL versions of Windows, Mac OS 9, Mac OS X, and Linux as well. But you’d be surprised how many people aren’t tech savvy. My Landlord is nearly computer illiterate and he needs me to do some work on some PC’s of his. Man, the life of a geek is a lonely one.
drl021978
March 5th, 2008
at 3:01am
this is the best!
Steven Dale
June 3rd, 2008
at 7:28am
Very useful video… so I have included it on my blog for novices! Hope you like it.
Steve