This page has questions and answers concerning computers in general in windows operation system.

1.How can I find out basic information about my computer?

Right click on the My Computer Icon and then left click on Properties

2.What is the "correct" way to remove a program from my computer?

The best way is to go to Control Panel/Add remove programs. Find the program you wish to remove, click on it and follow the on screen directions. If the program is not there you can check to see if there is an uninstall option when you go to the Program itself or in the start menu options for that program. As a last resort, you can move the program folder to the recycle bin but this will not totally remove it and may cause problems. Leave it on the computer if space allows.

3.What does OEM mean?

Original Equipment Manufacturer.

4.What is the "correct" way to remove a program from my computer?

The best way is to go to Control Panel/Add remove programs. Find the program you wish to remove, click on it and follow the on screen directions. If the program is not there you can check to see if there is an uninstall option when you go to the Program itself or in the start menu options for that program. As a last resort, you can move the program folder to the recycle bin but this will not totally remove it and may cause problems. Leave it on the computer if space allows.

5.What are the cookies?

Cookies are small files placed on your machine when you visit some web sites. They may contain things like passwords so you fan log onto the site more easily. They are NOT spy programs but useful files to help you connect to web sites more easily. You should not worry about them and certainly should not delete them.