How can I set up a Windows 7 PC to be clean and stay clean? I don't want file bits and temporary files to clog it up, I don't want a million image files the size of a dot. I don't want this computer to run like molasses after a few years of web browsing and use. What is the best way to do that? [more inside]
posted by cashman on Oct 12, 2012 - 20 answers

Needed: the ability to overlay images sequentially. I have about 60 drawings, constituting a 40-km strip of land, that I would like to be able to view continuously (about 1-km at a time). [more inside]
posted by IAmBroom on Sep 8, 2011 - 4 answers

I just got a HP Mini 2140 HD. Other than the standard productivity software, can anyone who has this or something similar recommend decent software that will run well on it? [more inside]
posted by damiano99 on Jun 18, 2009 - 3 answers

When designing a programming project, what is the usual method for imposing speed requirements, such as "function X must accomplish so-and-so in 2 seconds or less"? The problem here of course is that all computers run programs at a different speeds.
posted by crapmatic on Jun 10, 2009 - 19 answers

Help me rid my computer of clutter for faster performance. [more inside]
posted by mintchip on Jan 9, 2009 - 15 answers

Please recommend a free and very stupid spreadsheet for Mac. [more inside]
posted by eccnineten on Mar 24, 2008 - 8 answers

What should I install on my sister's computer when we meet up for an hour or so; in two categories free and not-so-free [more inside]
posted by trashcan on Jul 16, 2007 - 19 answers

My mum loves interior design. She also loves puzzles but finds black belt Sudoku too easy. She's inheriting a laptop. What sort of programs and games can I load on this laptop for her? [more inside]
posted by divabat on Jul 5, 2007 - 10 answers

How do I add a single piece of data to a list of Filemaker entries (1500 out of 4500)? I do not want to replace data, just add. [more inside]
posted by anonymous78 on Feb 2, 2007 - 2 answers

Stupid computer question. How do you stop XP from calling a program when it starts up? [mi] [more inside]
posted by drezdn on May 21, 2004 - 9 answers