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How to Fix Anything Considering how many different components need to work correctly for a PC to turn on, it's a wonder they work as well as they do. It's inevitable: Something will eventually go wrong. Before calling tech support or paying for a technician, read our guide to basic repairs for your PC, home network, printer, and more. - Patrick Miller, PCWorld More Desktop How-Tos How To Easily Install Ubuntu Linux On Any PC A step-by-step guide to installing Ubuntu, the most popular Linux distribution. Share: Simple Tips Banish Computing Hassles Here's how to use Ctrl-Z for just about anything, add events to Google Calendar with your phone, and wrangle Windows 7 taskbar icons. Share: How to Sell Your PC (and Other Gadgets) Need cash to buy the latest and greatest? Here's how to turn your drawer full of old smartphones, cameras, and other tech toys into some brand-new gear. Share: Desktop Reviews AMD Phenom II X6 1090T: Six Cores on a Shoestring Budget ViewSonic VPC190 All-in-One Delivers on Size, Falters on Performance Dell Inspiron 580s: Slimmer, Faster Budget PC Misses the Mark HP Pavilion p6330f: Stellar Performance in a Plain Package The Acer Aspire Revo AR3610 Tiny PC Is Perfect for Living Room Multimedia More Desktop Gear News and Reviews PC Central on PCWorld.com Get the latest desktop reviews, news, buying tips and more. Upgrading Tips and News For CPU and graphics board news and how-tos, visit Upgrading Central. All About Printers Visit our Printers product center for reviews and printing tips. Microsoft Office 2010 Beta View a demo of Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2010. View Demo Now Print Like a Pro Get professional quality prints at half the cost per page. Learn more here. Advertisement Does your PC come with its own Virtual IT department? For a limited time, purchase an AT&T Tech Support 360(sm) Premium subscription with select Lenovo PCs and get 24/7 remote technical support for your new computer for one year, for less than the cost of onsite technical services* *comparison based on three service calls in one year from local IT service provider at cost per visit of $175, compared to AT&T service included in this bundle for a limited time promotional cost of $253/year with unlimited calls. » Most Popular PCWorld Searches iPad iPhone Windows 7 Android Antivirus Product Reviews HTC Droid Incredible 91 Pros Sense UI adds fun, social element to Android; Very fast performance Cons Boring music player Read Complete Review » Top 10 Android Phones » Top 5 Verizon Phones » Top 10 Cell Phones » Palm Pre 87 Pros Pre's webOS is gorgeous and easy to use; Highly responsive multitouch display Cons Keyboard feels cramped and flimsy; Lacks removable memory Read Complete Review » Top 5 Sprint Phones » Top 10 Cell Phones » Google Nexus One 90 Pros Sleek, ultraslim design; Snappy performance; Dazzling OLED display Cons Software keyboard is far from perfect; Average multimedia player Read Complete Review » Top 10 Android Phones » Top 5 T-Mobile Phones » Top 10 Cell Phones » Get Big Savings When you Shop at PCWorld.com Shop online at PCWorld.com, where you can compare product information, read trusted reviews, and find the best prices on consumer electronics. 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