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Windows Troubleshooting Resources

Providing expert operating system support is often difficult for any group not closely invloved with the manufacturers of the operating system. The following web sites are excellent resources when troubleshooting problems relating to the Windows operating system.

Microsoft Knowledge Base Extensive database of problems and frequently asked questions; maintained by Microsoft.

WinFiles.com Very complete site for software, drivers, bug reports, fixes, and Windows Tips and Tricks.

Online Tech News

Online technical journals are an excellent source of information, both on past problems and current news.

CIT News This site will keep you up-to-date on all of the hot tech topics here at Cornell, including notes about how industry-wide events affect us.

C|Net Self-described "Source for computers and technology."

ZDNet All-purpose portal from the tech publishing giant Ziff-Davis.

PC Computing News, features, and product reviews.

PC Week Another tech magazine from Ziff-Davis.

PC World Tons of features, tips, and product reviews.

HotWired News, web design, guides, and links to Wired Magazine.

Yahoo! Directory of PC Magazines Comprehensive list of online technical journals.

Hardware References

In addition to the info to be found in online technical journals, the following resources provide information and reviews for PC hardware.

Tom's Hardware Extensive guide with archives, editorials, and a message board.

AnandTech Product reviews, news, software patches.

ZDNet News, features, and product reviews.

IT Reviews Independent reviews by professional journalists.

Manufacturer Contact Information

PC manufacturers provide a wealth of information and support services for their products. Manufacturer support services web sites and telephone numbers can provide additional assistance to help troubleshoot your problem.

Acer

Hewlett Packard
1-800-474-6826
1-800-652-6672

Dell
1-888-560-8324

Gateway
1-800-369-1409
1-800-846-2301

IBM
1-800-IBM-SERV

Micron
1-877-894-5693

NEC
1-800-338-9549 (general)
1-800-846-2301 (laptops)

Sony
1-888-476-6972

Toshiba
1-800-457-7777



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