A multimeter might look intimidating, but learning to use this simple electrician's tool will come in handy during a number of every day tasks.

The power supply in your computer manages all of the power required to run each component of your computer. When this critical component begins to fail, your computer may power off unexpectedly, ...

Here's how to test for a bad diode with nothing more than a decent digital multimeter. 1. Set the meter to read "AC VOLTS" (lowest range). 2. Connect the black "COM" lead probe tip to the battery ...

When it comes to car problems, nothing is ever convenient. It seems like your vehicle plots the perfect moment to give you grief, and the majority of the time it involves a dead battery. While it’s ...