How to change Windows Explorer default opening location
are you tired of Windows Explorer always opening up with My Documents folder?
Open start>Programs>Accessories
Right click on ‘windows explorer’ shortcut icon, click “properties”
Switch to ’shortcut’ tab and in the ‘target’ field replace the default:
%SystemRoot%\explorer.exe
with:
%SystemRoot%\explorer.exe /n, /e, c:\yourownfolder
Replace yourownfolder with any desired folder name or path you wish for. or you can just define the partition name.
This [...]
What to do when your windows Xp won’t boot
Here is a few things you can do to overcome the problem of a Windows XP System doesn’t boot up, you got a few options to make to sort this out, pick whichever works for you preferably in same order:
1. Safe mode : turn your Computer on, while it’s loading keep pressing [F8] key repeatedly, [...]
Where to Get Vista Drivers
I see this question posted a lot on forums. I have older hardware, were can I get vista drivers for my device. Before even plugging in the new device into Vista you should go and check out the manufacturer’s website for the latest drivers.
The manufacturer of the product is always the best place to search [...]
Defragment Your Hard Drive Regularly
Difficulty: Easy
How Long: 30 Mins - Days
How often: Depends on analysis, analyze weekly
Fragmentation derives from adding and subtracting files and applications to your hard disk. When files are deleted from the hard disk the empty spaces are filled at random as new items and are stored creating a very unorganized database of files and folders.
Defragmenting [...]
How To Fix Your CD Drive Entry In Your Windows Registry
Sometimes it may happen that after you remove a program from your computer, you are not able to access the CD drive successfully. Here are some simple steps for fixing your CD drive entry yourself in your Windows Registry.
Sometimes it may happen that after you remove a program from your computer, you are not able [...]
Setting Up A Wireless Network With Windows Vista
I recently purchased a Sony Vaio with a wireless capabilities. When I went to setup a wireless network with my desktop to share files and Internet access I ran into a few problems. For any of you out there that are having trouble setting up your Windows Vista network, you need not to worry as [...]
How To Increase The Performance Of Your CD & DVD Drives
Are you still running Windows 98, or Windows ME? If you are keep reading? If your not keep reading anyway. Supplemental cache size, ever heard of it? Well according to Microsoft “The supplemental cache is used to hold path table, directory, and file information. It is a passive cache holding data that has been accessed [...]
Wipe Computer - How to Totally Erase Data From Your Computer 100 Percent Securely
Fact: Any computer you use is also a recording device. It is recording everything you do both online and offline.
Nearly every action you take when using a computer is recorded by it. This means that what you do online and off-line on a computer can generally be traced quick and easily by anyone who feels [...]
Computer Maintenance Checklist
In order to keep your computer running at optimal performance, there are some things you should do on a regular basis from the time you pull it out of the box. You computer is a very fragile machine with a variety of components that work together to produce a users desired output. Computers allow people [...]
Your MSN Messenger Comes To Life With The i-Buddy
Are you an avid MSN messenger? If the answer is yes, you need to pickup an i-buddy. This unique physical USB-friendly character looks just like the pixellated figure that pops up on screen every time a contact logs on. The difference is, i-Buddy is the real deal. Well as real as a translucent 3″ figurine [...]
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