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What is new in Windows Live Mail Beta ? 2007-10-23 09:32:00 It is free … !Do use Outlook Express? Windows
Live Mail Beta
offers similar features, plus some great new ones—like free access to Windows Live
Hotmail and integration with other Windows Live services. The mail feature I find is that it is not saving mails to a single file ( DBX) the mails are saving to a folder as separate files (EML) . so the loading will be more faster than OE. OE is replaced with Windows live mail in Window vista. I getting a lot of dbx crash issues from my client users.· Fasto Access multiple e-mail accounts in one placeo Drag, drop, and organize with one clicko Compose and manage e-mail even while you're offline—when you next connect to the Internet, Windows Live Mail
will automatically send and receive messages for you· Easyo Integrated Windows Live services let you launch Messenger right from Mail, and go to Windows Live Spaces with a single clicko Photo E-mail lets you create and send slide shows to friends and familyo All-new, cleaner, easier-to-use
How to Speed up Network Browsing ? 2007-10-22 12:30:00 There was a bug in windows 2000 that would cause the scheduled tasks folder to be searched when ever the user would browse network drives. Microsoft developed a fix for this bug. The fix fixed the problem and it also had nice side affect of speeding up browsing of Microsoft networks. Below are instructions how to apply the fix.1. Open up regedit.2. Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE/Software/Microsoft/Windows/Current Version/Explorer/RemoteComputer/NameSpace3. Find a key named {D6277990-4C6A-11CF-8D87-00AA0060F5BF}4. Right click on it and delete it.5. RestartSource : www.tweakxp.com Read more:Speed
, Browsing
How to clear windows paging file at shutdown ? 2007-10-22 12:25:00 Windows uses this file as virtual memory / extra ram. Microsoft has implemented a feature that will clear the page file but they do not have it enabled by default. Please note, this will significantly increase the amount of time it takes to shut down your computer. We don't necessarily recommend this tweak,Do the following registory change for the result.(backup your registory before editing )A ) Start the registry editor (regedit.exe)B) Move to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESYSTEMCurrentControlSetControlSession ManagerMemory Management c) If the value ClearPageFileAtShutdown does not exist, from the Edit menu select New - DWORD value and enter a name of ClearPageFileAtShutdowne) Double click on ClearPageFileAtShutdown and set to 1f) Reboot the machine and next time you shutdown the pagefile will be cleared Read more:paging file
How to recover corrupted outlook express mails ( dbx fils ) ? 2007-10-22 12:16:00 A number of people have indicated that their message folders have become corrupted and OE can not read them. Consequently, they have lost all the messages in that folder. It is because of increasing the file size of dbx. There is no recover
y option in outlook express. But using a third-party software (freeware ) names DBXtract. You can easily recover your mails from dbx file.DBXtract 4.5 is a free stand alone utility that is designed to extract emails out of corrupt Outlook Express databases (.dbx) and turn them into individual .eml files. After extracting the messages one can drag them from a Windows Explorer folder into an Outlook Express mail folder. ( create a new dxx for recovered files )Download DBXtract
How to remove search bar from IE7 ? 2007-10-20 10:05:00 You can Remove search bar from IE7. you can done it by editing a registry value. Please take a backup before editing the registryGo to the following key. HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESoftwarePoliciesMicrosoftInternet ExplorerInfodeliveryRestrictionsAnd create a dword value named "NoSearchBox" and set it to 1. The search box will be gone. Set it back to 0 and it will be back again.Close registry editorAnd reopen internet explorer 7
How to backup the Windows Registry? 2007-10-20 10:02:00 You must have take the registry backup
before you edit it.Open registry editor ( go to run and type “regedit” )Then select “export” from file menu.Select the location which you want to save.Give a name indicating the backupdate. Read more:Windows
, Registry
How to change Desktop icons text background transparent? 2007-10-19 05:11:00 Right click on My Computer, and then click Properties.In the System Properties dialog, click the advanced tab.Under Performance, click Settings.On the Visual Effects tab, make sure Use drop shadows for icon labels on the desktop is selected. Click Ok, and then click Ok again.Also make sure that Smooth edges of screen fonts is checked, it is also needed.If it is not ready Do the following,right-click the desktop, point to Arrange Icons By and make sure that Lock Web Items on Desktop
is un-checked. Read more:background
Why can not view hidden files ? 2007-10-16 08:56:00 It is because of a virus named USBWORM ( orkut ,youtube blocking virus ) do the following step to get the result.1. Go to your Start menu, click on Run and open up your Registry Editor by typing "regedit" without the quotes and pressing OK.2. Once there go to: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESoftwareMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionExplorerAdvancedFolde rHiddenSHOWALL3. Delete the value CheckedValue. (Its type should be REG_SZ and data should be 2.)4. Create a new DWORD value called CheckedValue (same as above, except that the type is REG_DWORD) by right clicking on the right pane->New->DWORD Value. Modify the value data to 1 (0x00000001).see the attached image for more details .. :) Read more:files
How can I use a USB Printer for dos ? 2007-10-11 07:30:00 Normally dos to usb is not supporting. we can do it with a small trickFist you share the printer. And go to DOS prompt and type“NET USE LPT1: \[Computer Name][Share Name] /PERSISTENT:YES”Eg : net use lpt1: \192.168.0.1epsonfx- /PERSISTENT:YESRun a test print “Dir >prn”If your computer is not connected in network do the following steps1) Install the Microsoft Loopback Adapter ( How to install ?) 2) Configure the Adaptera) The loopback adapter is a virtual network adapter and can be configured the same as a regular network card.b) Set the adapter to have a static IP address such as 192.168.1.1/ 255.255.255.03) Share the printer.a) I recommend you use a share name that you will remember. I used “Printer
” in the new machines that are already deployed.
How to Install the Microsoft Loopback Adapter ? 2007-10-11 07:26:00 1) In Control Panel, double click on Add Hardware. 2) Click Next 3) When the scan finishes, select "Yes, I have already connected the hardware" 4) Click Next 5) Scroll to the bottom of the list and select "Add a new hardware device"Click Next 6) Select "Install the hardware that I manually select from a list (Advanced)" 7) Click Next 8) Select "Network Adapter
s" 9) Click Next 10) Select "Microsoft
" under the Manufacturer list. 11) Select "Microsoft Loopback Adapter" in the Network Adapter list. 12) Click Next 13) Click Next 14) Click Finish
Ho to convert YouTube video ? 2007-10-09 11:18:00 If you download a YouTubevideo
from YouTube you will get it as a *.FLV file so you need a FLV player. If you convert it in to MPG or AVI you can use this file in mediaplayers. You can convert flv files without installing any applications. http://www.youconvertit.com/ will help you for this Or you can use Total Video convector.
How do I get rid or the alloversafety.com virus? 2007-10-09 08:36:00 Critical System Error! / System Alert:Trojan Spy.Win32@mx Temporarily disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP) Clean your temp files using ccleaner Update and scan with your antivirus
Download SmitfraudFix (by S!Ri) and save it to a desired location. Please print the procedure as we have to close browser later. http://www.precisesecurity.com/tools-resources/adware-tools/smitfraudfix/ http://siri.urz.free.fr/Fix/SmitfraudFix.zip (by S!Ri) (Extract and run smitfraudfix.cmd) Reboot your computer in Safe Mode Scan with antivirus Close all open Applications. Run and follow the SmitfraudFix procedure you have printed earlier. You may now reboot in normal mode if it does not reboot automatically. After reboot, download and scan with CCleaner
How to Start your computer in safe mode? 2007-10-09 08:29:00 Click Start
and then click Shut Down. (if it is on )Select Restart, and then click OK.Press F8 to get the menu (while windows starting )Use the arrow keys to highlight the appropriate safe mode option, and then press ENTER.It will login to Safe mode.If you restart the computer it will come to normal mode
How to backup Outlook Express EMail files ? 2007-10-08 10:58:00 Follow the steps to make a backup
copy of your OutlookExpress
mails …Open Outlook ExpressGo to Tools menu, click Options.On the Maintenance tab, click Store Folder.Select the folder location, and copy the location.Then close the dialog boxClick Start, and then click Run.In the Open box, paste the path , then click OK.Select All files
(*.dbx)Then copy. Create a New folder to save the backupPaste the files which you copiedWrite this files to a CD or move it in to other HDD
How to display email id as an image ? 2007-10-07 03:18:00 You can create this email images from http://services.nexodyne.com/email/I recommend you to post your email ids in website using this method. Because it cannot be read by email address fetching bots which crawl through the web and lead to the filling of your Inbox by spam.See following Images which I created using this service.
How to remove IE7 runonce Page ? 2007-10-06 10:09:00 http://runonce.msn.com/runonce2.aspxInternet explorer welcome page displaying everytimeThe source of the problem is not malicious or to cause any problems, it is simply a configuration of IE7 settings. Microsoft wants you to select your default search provider, enable the built in Phishing filter and, and use ClearType font smoothing. These are great options, however you will never see them because the page will not load.Got o regeditAnd change the values as followingBackup your registry before edit it[HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareMicrosoftInternet ExplorerMain]"RunOnceHasShown"=dword:00000001"RunOnceComplete"=dword:00000001
How can I browse local drives with administrator privileges? 2007-10-04 10:35:00 It’s for computer administrator
and system persons with admin rights. !You can open / browse (files and folders) with admin rights from limited user logging Steps as follows….Got to command prompt and type runas /user:localhostadministrator "mmc compmgmt.msc"it will open computer management.Select "disk management" under StorageIn right panel you can see the local drives. Just right click and open the drive which you want to access
How can i open xlsx pptx and docx files ? 2007-10-04 02:50:00 What are .pptx .xlsx .docx files
? These are the files created by Office 2007, Up to office 2003 the it was .xls .ppt and .doc Most off them started working in Office 2007. If you create and just save a file from Office 2007, users with previous versions cant open this file.In this case. When you save a file do “Save as” and select option “ **** 97-2003 Document” from the “file menu” Then the saved file will be compactable for the entire previous versions But what will you do when you get a file with these extensions? Don’t worry! Microsoft released a tool to named “Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack” Using this tool you can convert office 2007 files to the compactable file format for older versionsYou can download it from hereRelated Links : Office Shortcut Keys Vista Shortcut Keys
How to Start a Blog ? 2007-10-03 11:18:00 Here is the key steps to start a blog.1, Find a blogging provider like blogspot.com wordpress.com etc. and signup2, find a suitable name related to your post like ITFAQS.blogspot.com3, Selecta a template for your blog4, Change the layout as you like. But it must be easy to read.5, Visit others blog related to your topics and leave a commend6, Send your blog link to friends7, submit your blog link to search engines8, Join to social bookmarking sites like dig.com, reddit.com9, get widgets from sites like blogrush.com and install it in you blog10, sign up in google.com/analytics to know about the hits you are gettingI want to see your Blog Post your link in this comment box…Happy Blogging Read more:Start
How to convert FAT32 to NTFS ? 2007-10-27 04:22:00 Find the advantages/disadvantages of using ntfs. from the fillowing linkhttp://thesource.ofallevil.com/technet/prodtechnol/windows2000serv/reskit/core/fncc_fil_orws.mspx?mfr=trueI recoment you to take a backup before doing thisClick the button. Click . (more run commands)Enter "cmd" into the text field labeled "Open". Click the button. Enter the command "convert c: /fs:ntfs" to convert the C: partition from FAT32 to NTFS. When prompted, enter the volume label for the partition.
Yahoo messenger 9 beta released 2007-11-05 10:07:00 Introducing Yahoo
! Messenger 9.0 Beta, the next version of our popular IM software for Windows. This new version has a whole new look and feel, along with some great new features that make it well worth the upgrade. Here’s a quick look at what’s new in Yahoo! Messenger 9.0 Beta:Following are the new features of yahoo messenger 9....New Flickr integration , Brand new skins and emoticons!, A whole new look for your contact list, A new in-line media player, New features for voice callsDownload Beta 9 Mac Version Standalone downloader 8.1 Web version
How to retrieve a deleted file ? 2007-11-09 00:05:00 You can retrieve your file which you delete from recycle bin. But if you press “shift delete” How you get it back ?You can use PC Inspector File Recovery to recover your files. But you must have administrative privileges.Download PC Inspector File Recovery Also try this two tools http://www.undelete-plus.com/files/undelete_plus.exehttp://officerecovery.com/download/freeundelete.exePlease comment here if you recovered your file.
How to disable countdown shutdown ? 2007-11-06 02:08:00 The warning will state "This shutdown was initiated by NT AUTHORITYSYSTEM". The message will read Windows must now restart because the Remote Procedure Call (RPC) service terminated unexpectedly.To stop shutdown go to run and apply “ SHUTDOWN –A ” ( temp )To stop this countdown message.Go to run and type “services.msc”Then select “Remote Procedure Call (RPC)” and take the propertiesGo to “recovery” TabSelect “ Take no Action” instead of “restart the computer”Apply this In three columnsThen press “Apply” and “OK”Close services. And restart the PC
Why I canot open taskmanager , regedit , msconfig ? 2007-11-05 22:54:00 When you open MSCONFIG, Registry Editor or Task Manager, they flash for a second and quit. This symptom is caused by Viruses. These three are important system utilities which the viruses target.Download RRT.exe and run to fix this issue ( remember to update your antivirus and remove the virus )Download
How to bypass windows file protection in windows XP ? 2007-11-14 23:25:00 1. Make a backup the SFC_OS.DLL in the C:WINDOWSSYSTEM32 directory.2. Make an additional copy of SFC_OS.DLL called SFC_OS1.DLL and open it in a hex editor.3. Windows XP (no Service Pack)At offset 0000E2B8 (0E2B8h) you should find the values "8B" and "C6". Windows XP (Service Pack 1)At offset 0000E3BB (0E3BBh) you should find the values "8B" and "C6".4. Do not continue if you are unable to find these values.5. Change the values "8B C6" to read "90 90" and save the changes.6. Run these commands to update the system files:7. copy c:windowssystem32sfc_os1.dll c:windowssystem32sfc_os.dll /y8. copy c:windowssystem32sfc_os1.dll c:windowssystem32dllcachesfc_os.dll /y9. If you are prompted to insert the Windows CD, click Cancel.10. Restart Windows for the change to take effect.Once these files have been updated apply the registry setting above.
How to capture screen as jpg image without any software ? 2007-11-12 03:30:00 • In the required portion press ‘print screen
key’• Take paint software and give paste• The screen will come to that place• Save that with a jpg extension at the required location in pc Read more:capture
How to Enable ADMIN$ and Registry service permanently ? 2007-11-19 10:11:00 Server ADMIN$ ShareFor NT4 Servers, Win2K Servers, and Windows Server 2003, go to:HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESYSTEMCurrentControlSetServicesLanManServerParametersName: AutoShareServerData Type: REG_DWORDValue: 1Note: A reboot is necessary for this to take effect.Workstation ADMIN$ ShareFor NT4 Workstations, Win2K Professional, XP Professional, go to:HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESYSTEMCurrentControlSetServicesLanManServerParametersName: AutoShareWksData Type: REG_DWORDValue: 1Note: A reboot is necessary for this to take effect.If you want the administrative shares to be re-created, change the value to 1.For the Remote Registry
serviceHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESYSTEMCurrentControlSetServicesRemoteRegistryName: StartValue: 2A value of 2 will start the remote registry service automatically.
How to lock folder without any program ? 2007-11-19 03:43:00 You can lock any folder without using any software. Follow these steps.1. Suppose you have a folder named "LEARNER" in D:LEARNER2. In the same drive next to the folder create a new notepad file with the exact statement ren LEARNER LEARNER.{21EC2020-3AEA-1069-A2DD-08002B30309D}3. Now save this text file as loc.bat or any other file with an extension ".bat"4. Create another notepad file and type ren LEARNER.{21EC2020-3AEA-1069-A2DD-08002B30309D} LEARNER5. Save this as key.bat or any other file with an extension ".bat"6. Now there are two batch files. Double click loc.bat and your folder will change into Control Panel and its contents cannot be viewed7. To open the folder double click key.bat and you get back your original folder .8. For more safety keep the key.bat in another location .Only for unlocking copy paste to the original location and double click.
How to protect word file with password ? 2007-11-16 08:46:00 First open the word file we want to protect with passwordSelect Save as optionSelect “tools” button ( top ) from save windowThen go to “general options” there you can select password for the document ( see image )Save the file to store the last changesThe next time when try to open the particular file a dialogue box will come to give password only giving that file will open
How to take print screen of active window? 2007-11-15 03:50:00 I hope you know how to take a normal print screen
. If you want to take a print screen off single window ( active ). Just Press Alt button with Print screen button . then the active window will be copyed to your clip board .And paste it in to a image editing software or windows word.I attached an error window taken in this way.
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