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Disable Shortcut Icon Arrow Overlay in Windows Vista 2008-12-05 09:25:09 The shortcut icons in WindowsVista
have Huge arrows on them. If you are worried about the look of your desktop, you may not want to see the ugly arrows. Here's some before and after pictures so you'll know what to expect:Default:Shortcut Arrow
Removed: Note: Because so many people have written in about problems with the registry tweaks, I'm going to suggest that you use the FrameworkX applicatio Read more:Disable
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Remove Optional and Probably Unnecessary Windows Vista Components 2008-12-05 09:15:25 In the never-ending quest to rid your computer of unnecessary bloat, WindowsVista
has a lot less options than prior versions, but you can still get rid of some of the extra Windows components that you don't need.Open up Control Panel and go to the Programs and Features section. Find the link for "Turn Windows features on or off" (or you could just search for it) This dialog is quite self-explana Read more:Components
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What is svchost.exe And Why Is It Running? 2008-12-05 08:51:38 You are no doubt reading this article because you are wondering why on earth there are nearly a dozen processes running with the name svchost.exe. You can't kill them, and you don't remember starting them… so what are they?So What Is It?According to Microsoft: "svchost.exe is a generic host process name for services that run from dynamic-link libraries". Could we have that in english please?Some
Create a Custom Boot Logo for Windows Vista 2008-12-05 08:27:04 NOTE: THIS DOES NOT WORK WITH VISTA SP1. IF YOU ATTEMPT THIS IN SP1, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO BOOT YOUR COMPUTER.If you are a desktop customization kinda guy, one of the first things you'll want to figure out is how to create a customized boot logo. There's a little utility that you can use to create the boot logo formats.DO NOT DOWNLOAD THIS UTILITY IF YOU HAVE VISTA SP1First you'll need to downlo Read more:Vista
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Enable Hidden BootScreen in Windows Vista 2008-12-05 08:26:43 The WindowsVista
BootScreen is pointless, but Microsoft decided to hide a more visually appealing boot screen that can easily be enabled with very little trouble. I'm not sure why they didn't make the boot screen better.If you really want a better boot screen, you can check out my article on creating a custom boot logo.Here's the default boot screen:And here's the hidden one, called "Aurora"All y Read more:Hidden
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Customize Your Windows Vista Logon Screen 2008-12-05 08:00:21 For those of us looking to customize the WindowsVista
UI experience, there's nothing more annoying than seeing the default logon screen every time you start up your computer, or when you lock your workstation. Thankfully the nice folks at Stardock have created a free utility to replace the logon screen with any wallpaper you choose.All you have to do is download and install the utility, and click Read more:Logon
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Latest MSI Netbooks With Higher Specs 2008-12-02 08:23:24 The laptop and netbook manufacturer MSI has upgraded its famous MSI Wind series with two new netbooks sometime in January next year. Dubbed as the U110 and U115, both netbooks feature 10 inch display at 1,024 × 600 resolution, Intel Atom Z530 1.6GHz processor, Poulsbo US15W chipset, 6-cell battery, up to 250GB HDD for the U110, Wi-Fi B/G/draft-N connectivity, Hybrid storage, 1GB RAM, three USB 2. Read more:Higher
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BenQ Launches 10.1-inch Netbook in Taiwan and China 2008-12-02 08:21:05 BenQ has decided to release its new Joybook Lite U101 netbook in Taiwan
and China
. The netbook features a 10.1 inch display with LED backlight and a 16:9 aspect ratio, which is good for watching movie. The BenQ Joybook Lite U101 is now available in Taiwan and will be released in China this week. Unfortunately, its price tag is still unknown. [Digitimes] Read more:BenQ Launches
Asus N10J Gaming Netbook 2008-12-02 08:18:28 Asus has recently released the new Atom-powered netbook that can run video games. The Asus N10J is a 10-inch netbook that is powered by an Intel Atom N270 CPU with 1GB of RAM, and Microsoft Windows XP. What makes the N10J special is that it comes equipped with the Nvidia GeForce 9300 graphics card so you can still play the Unreal Tournament III on this netbook. The new Asus N10J netbook is priced Read more:Asus
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Kouziro Frontier Netbook 2008-12-02 08:15:19 Kouziro Frontier
comes back with its latest netbook known as the FRNU302/BK. You can bring home this netbook for around. The basic configuration comes equipped with a 10.1 inch LCD display, 1GB RAM, Intel Atom N270 processor and 160GB hard drive. Youcan also choose between Microsoft Windows XP (Home or Professional) or with Windows Vista Home Premium as the operating system. Can you imagine Window
Gigabyte M912x GoldenRod 2008-12-02 08:13:15 Gigabyte has released the newest version of Gigabyte M912x TabletPC dubbed Gigabyte M912x GoldenRod. The specs are a 8.9-inch touchscreen with 1280 x 768 resolution, Intel 945GSE chipset, 1.6 GHz Atom processor, 1 GB od DDR2 RAM, 160 GB of HDD, weigh 1.3 kg, 4500 mAh Lithium-ion battery, Other features should include 1.3 MP camera, Epress card slot, three USB 2.0 ports, 3-in-1 card reader, Bluetoo Read more:Gigabyte
New MSI Wind Netbooks in France 2008-12-02 08:10:17 MSI has released three new MSI Wind models in France
. The new variants including the MSI Wind U120 with HSDPA or 3.5G support, Wind U110 and Wind U115. The MSI Wind U110 comes equipped with Atom Z530 CPU with 1GB RAM, Intel SCH-US15W Intel chipset, integrated graphics, a 10 inch 1024×600 display, 120 to 250GB SATA HDD, Flash card reader, 6 Cell battery (rated 8-10hrs), WIFI B/G/N, and a 1.3MP web
Brando Offers Laptop Cooler with USB Hub and HDD Slot 2008-12-02 08:06:36 Here is the latest gadget from Brando that comes in the form of a laptop cooler. What makes this cooling pad special is that it comes with three USB ports and one SATA HDD Slot. Measuring 300mm x 252mm x 32mm and weights at 504grams, the cooling pad has two large fans to keep your laptop chilled. You can plug any 2.5 inch SATA hard drive to extend your storage conveniently (support up to 250GB SAT Read more:Laptop
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Alienware - Area-51 7500 Desktop review 2008-07-31 11:09:45 Mention the word ‘Alienware' to any hardened PC gamer and inevitably a strange change comes over their battle-hardened features: a misty longing appears in their eyes, their jaw starts a slow drop to the floor and a weird keening noise issues from the back of their throat. No, this is not some form of medical malfunction, but just a desperate realisation that such joys may be out of their reach. Read more:Desktop
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Jointech J-Pro JL7100 $99 Mini Laptop 2008-07-30 18:42:05 Jointech has just announced what could be the cheapest mini laptop selling at only $99. JL7100 runs on Win CE 5.0. It uses Samsung chipset with 64 MB RAM and internal memory of 64 MB. It also has built in Wi-Fi and 3 USB Ports (which you can also use to plug external memory). It is capable to run basic laptop applications like MS Word, MS Excel, media player, MSN messenger, PDF reader, Internet Read more:Laptop
Lenovo G430 Sneak Peek 2008-07-30 18:35:59 More of G430 specifications have been revealed as follow. CPU of Intel Core 2 Duo processor at 2 GHz clock with 160 GB hard disk. Optical storage DVD Super Multi (DVD + /-RW, DVD-RAM) standard memory accessible through 14-inch display screen with NVIDIA Geforce 9300M GS of 256 MB. G430 weighs approximately 2.4 Kg. [CNET] Read more:Lenovo
Samsung Mobile PC Q1U-CMXP and Q1UP-V 2008-07-30 18:28:25 Both Q1U-CMXP and Q1UP-V are very light, small and slim, weighing less than 2 lbs. They support all PC application wherever you go. Now includes Windows Vista Business Edition, the model currently is powered by Intel Centrino Solo, with 2 GB of RAM, and 80 GB of HDD, accessible through 7″ touch screen at 1024 x 600 resolution. They also come with built in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. The latest Intel ul Read more:Mobile
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How to create Local Area Network via UTP Cable : Cable Configuration 2008-07-30 16:20:54 Do you have more than one computer and want to make a connection between them? then you have to read thisIn this section i'm gonna explain about the cable configuration. But before i explain it, you need to set few stuff ready first ;1. UTP Cable
(also known as twisted cable)UTP stands for Unshielded Twisted Pair. It is the cabling system with one or more pairs of twisted insulated copper wires co Read more:Configuration
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Installing RAM in your Laptop 2008-07-30 16:20:32 This guide was developed to instruct readers on the proper procedures for installing memory modules into a laptop computer. It includes step-by-step instructions for the physical installation of a memory module into those laptop systems that have an access panel to the memory modules. Not all laptops have this type of access. If yours does not, then it will probably require installation from an au Read more:Laptop
Tips to Speed up Your Modem 2008-07-30 16:19:58 Do you know that maybe at this momment, your browsing speed has been limited by your own modem? Then follow this to make sure!Right Click My Computer Select Properties Select Device manager Select Ports (if you cant find any modem port, then directly go to modem) Go to your modem port Click on bits per second and change it to maximum Click Flow control and change it to none In ports --> Go to Adva Read more:Modem
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5 ways to speed up your PC 2008-07-30 16:09:10 By following a few simple guidelines, you can maintain your computer and keep it running smoothly. This article discusses how to use the tools available in Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) and Windows Vista to more efficiently maintain your computer and safeguard your privacy when you're online.Free up disk spaceBy freeing disk space, you can improve the performance of your computer. The Disk Clean
System Restore, my saviour^^ 2008-07-30 16:07:37 Yesterday i just got bad experience with my virus scanner, i downloaded the update and have it installed on my pc, just like i did every weeks before. But that day was special, after the update proccess finished, the antivirus stop running. First, i dont realize it yet tho, i just about to watch a movie with windows media player and got "internal error occured" message. What on earth has happened? Read more:Restore
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Before You Buy Computer Memory Upgrades 2008-06-02 23:34:43 One of the easiest ways to boost performance for any PC is to add memory to the system. But before you go to get that memory upgrade, be sure to gather information about your computer to ensure you get the right memory for your system. You need to know what type of memory the computer uses, the memory module sizes and what already exists in the system.How Much Memory
Do I Have?Find out how much me Read more:Computer
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