Attempting to install DDWRT firmware on my TP-Link WiFi router, I finally managed to brick it. Once the router is bricked, it becomes as dead […]
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How to Remove Unused COM Ports in Windows
Every time you attach a communication device that uses a virtual COM port in Windows, it assigns a new COM port for it. For example, […]
Read moreHow to Change COM Port for a Device in Windows
Recently, I bought a Prolific USB-to-Serial adapter for flashing my Android smartphone that I had accidentally bricked. I found out the RXD, TXD and GND points on […]
Read moreUserBenchmark is Very Fast PC Hardware Benchmarking Tool
When it comes to benchmarking the hardware of your PC, people suggest very hardcore and industrial strength benchmarking software like 3DMark, AIDA, Passmark, Futuremark etc. All […]
Read moreHow to Install DD-WRT Firmware in WiFi Router
If your WiFi router does not have advanced functions like bandwidth control, signal repeater mode etc., then you may have to install the open source DD-WRT […]
Read moreGPU Shark Monitors the GPU Activity in Real Time
When I bought my first gaming PC many years ago, I invited all my friends over and showed them my new computer. We installed many […]
Read moreHDD Guardian Monitors HDD and SSD Health in Windows
The most important part of any computer is its memory storage whether it is a hard disk drive (HDD) or the new solid state drive (SSD). […]
Read moreHow to Check USB Flash Disk Read & Write Speeds
Everybody wants a faster storage media, be it your computer’s hard disk or a simple USB flash disk. The faster read and write speeds of […]
Read moreHow to Spot Fake External Hard Disk Drives without Taking Them Apart
One of my friends came running to me yesterday and showed me three brand new Western Digital 2TB portable external hard disk drives that he had […]
Read moreIdentify Unknown Hardware in Windows PC with Hardware Identify
When I upgraded my Windows 7 PC to Windows 8 SP1, I came across a strange case of unknown devices. When I opened the Device […]
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