Windows Vista is an operating system developed by Microsoft for use on personal computers, including home and business desktops, laptops, Tablet PCs, and media center PCs. Prior to its announcement on July 22, 2005, Windows Vista was known by its codename Longhorn. Development was completed on November 8, 2006; over the following three months it was released in stages to computer hardware and software manufacturers, business customers, and retail channels. On January 30, 2007, it was released worldwide, and was made available for purchase and download from Microsoft's website. The release of Windows Vista came more than five years after the introduction of its predecessor, Windows XP, the longest time span between successive releases of Microsoft Windows.
Windows Vista contains many changes and new features, including an updated graphical user interface and visual style dubbed Windows Aero, improved searching features, new multimedia creation tools such as Windows DVD Maker, and redesigned networking, audio, print, and display sub-systems. Vista also aims to increase the level of communication between machines on a home network, using peer-to-peer technology to simplify sharing files and digital media between computers and devices. Windows Vista includes version 3.0 of the .NET Framework, which aims to make it significantly easier for software developers to write applications than with the traditional Windows API.
1. Speed Up Windows Vista Start Menu Search
As you execute a search you will be using the search box located in the start panel. Then Vista will start searching the file index without any prompting. Keep in mind that the file index will be very big due to the fact that it has all files included on your hard drive. If you are looking to speed up your searching methods then you can try this. Go to your Start Menu and narrow down the scope of the search. In other words try to narrow down what you are looking for. Instead of a general term use something more specific. There are two ways in which you can do this.
The first way is called the Registry hack and for that this is what you have to do.
1. Step one: Open up the registry editor using the word regedit.
2. Step Two: Guide to HKEY_CURRENT_USER > Software > Microsoft > Windows > CurrentVersion > Explorer and then choose the Advanced key.
3. Step Three: Locate and then right click on the Start_Search Files and then select the Modify key.
4. Step Four: You now have to change the Value to Zero.
5. Step Five: Then restart your Explorer.exe or you can simply just reboot the computer.
If this method does not work for you then you can try this:
1. Step One: Using your mouse right click on the Start button and then choose the Properties key.
2. Step Two: then click on the button that says Customize.
3. Step Three: Then see all of the checked items, uncheck the Search Communications.
4. Step Four: Then reset the search files to the setting Dont Search for files.
5. Step Five: Click the Ok button.
2. Increase your SATA Disk Drive Performance
If you are looking to increase your SATA Disk Drive Performance you can definitely do so. What your first step is in doing so is setting up your write caching. But keep in mind as you do that there is a risk of data loss and corruption in the event of a power loss. This loss is only significant in a personal computer, the risk is a lot less in a lap top because, it runs on batteries.
To increase the SATA Disk Drive performance you can follow these simple steps:
1. Step One: Start by clicking on the Start Button and then enter the Device Manager and then hit the enter key.
2. Step Two: Expand the Disk Drives so they are not carrying too much information which will slow them down.
3. Step Three: Then right clock on the hard disk drive and then choose the Properties key.
4. Step Four: Then where it says Policies, you want to have checked off the Enabled Advanced Performance key.
5. Step Five: The click the Ok button and then close the device manager and you are all set.
3. Windows Powered Smart Display
What is the Windows Powered Smart Display ?
What this is, is part of the Windows XP Professional Desktop. It is used in conjunction with the Remote Desktop Connection which is used through a wireless LAN link. This link is then used to get into your XP desktop from anywhere in the wireless range. So in other words, it is a remote wireless connection that your computer can use as along as the computer sits in the range of the wireless access.
Here are some other features that the Smart Display has:
The Smart Display has some great features, there is an on the screen keyboard which actually uses handwriting recognition software. It will allow you to use a USB mouse and keyboard if you are not used to the onscreen device yet . It can be used with a docking station and a mouse and keyboard. It is like using a small desktop computer from anywhere in the house or office. You have to keep in mind that the Smart Display itself does not have any file storage at all but the information that you use on the Smart Display will actually be stored on your desktop.
4. User Access Control
The User Access Control, this does not have to be used and can be turned off by simply clicking the Start button and then click the new Tools Menu and then scroll down and then when you see the access control key click it off. Then reboot your system.
5. Speed Up your Windows Vista Aero
The way Windows Vista is set up is really just for show. But because it is a new systems it can decrease the speed of your system. There are really only two ways to increase the speed of the Aero interface that is on your Vista system.
The first way is to Disable the Transparent Glass Effect:
1. Step One: Click on the Desktop icon on your screen and then choose Personalize.
2. Step Two: Choose the Windows Color and Appearance of your choice.
3. Step Three: Make sure you remove the check from the enable Transparency key.
The second way to speed up the Aero is to remove the Windows Minimum and Maximize the Animation key. You can do this by:
1. Step One: Start by clicking the Start Menu and then enter the System Properties Performance and then hit the enter key.
2. Step Two: When you see the Visual Effects section, remove the check mark from the Animate Windows When Minimizing and Maximizing.
3. Step three: Click Ok.
6. Added Wi-Fi Security
Added Wi-Fi Security, When you are looking for more security, go into the Network and Sharing menu and then click on Customize and choose the Public key . This will tighten up your Wi-Fi security when you are on public Wi-Fi.
7. Add Copy as Path
Simply hitting the shift key and then right click on a folder or you can choose any icon adds Copy as path and Open as command window here, you can edit them to the Windows Defender. Open up the Windows Defender and then click on the Tools key and then click on the Software Explorer and then take off the programs that you dont want to run.
8. Keyboard short cut secret
Using a left to right format give the icons on your Quick Launch bar a number, this way you can launch the icons in order of preference.
9. Free Up More Space on your computer
In order to do this you can use the Windows Disk Cleanup . This will get rid of files that you dont use, it will also get rid of memory and other operating system that contain files of unwanted material. By getting rid of the junk you can free up a lot of space for the important things you need
10. Run as Administrator
You have to check because there is some software that you will not be able to install, even though you are logged in as an Admin. Simply right click in the mouse in the setup file and simply choose the Run as Administrator.
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Well take heart, as firefox has just the fix or you. Type "about:config" (without quotation mark) into the URL Address bar and after saying yes to the warning type in "browser search opening tab"(without quotation mark) into the fiter field. Double-click on the line that appears to turn it from "False" to "True" and restart Firefox. Next time you use the search bar, it will autamatically open your searc rsult in a new tab.
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ARE your CDs scratched? What may at first appear to be an unusable CD due to scratches may be salvageable. While compact discs (CDs) are remarkably durable, it’s nearly impossible to prevent scratches and scuffs from occurring from time to time. The resulting damage can be either a skip in your favorite songs track or, in the case of data CDs, the loss of that proposal you worked on for two weeks. Dont panic....!!!
Try to Placing a CD under the tap and washing the data side gently with soap can remove smudges but cause a disc to become unreadable. Be sure to thoroughly rinse the soap off afterward, and dry the CD thoroughly before putting it back into a player.
Or If there is stubborn dirt or grease on the disc you'will try to run warm water over the damaged disc to remove dust, gently rub it with your finger while you are washing it, and use a gentle detergent or liquid soap (with the water) or rubbing alcohol (in place of water). Any time you rub or wipe a CD, you should do so by starting at or near the center of the disc and rubbing straight outward toward the edge to prevent further scratching.Shake the water off and let the disc air-dry (do not dry it with a towel or cloth, and don't sun-dry it either).
Try to play the disc. Many times a good cleaning is all that is needed. If, however, problems persist after cleaning, try to play the disc in a different CD player. Some players handle scratches better than others; computer CD drives tend to be best. If you can get the CD to work in one CD player - especially your computer’s - but not in others, try burning a new disc. The CD burner on your computer may be able to read the CD well enough to produce a perfect copy. You may wish to try this even if the CD doesn’t play correctly on the computer.
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Mozilla provides a number of time saving keyboard shortcuts. These are achieved by holding down the CONTROL (CTRL) key and pressing the assigned key. To see a complete list visit Mozilla Keyboard Shortcuts.
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| CTRL + A | Select all text on a webpage |
| CTRL + B | Open the Bookmarks sidebar |
| CTRL + C | Copy the selected text to the Windows clipboard |
| CTRL + D | Bookmark the current webpage |
| CTRL + F | Find text within the current webpage |
| CTRL + G | Find more text within the same webpage |
| CTRL + H | Opens the webpage History sidebar |
| CTRL + I | Open the Bookmarks sidebar |
| CTRL + J | Opens the Download Dialogue Box |
| CTRL + K | Places the cursor in the Web Search box ready to type your search |
| CTRL + L | Places the cursor into the URL box ready to type a website address |
| CTRL + M | Opens your mail program (if you have one) to create a new email message |
| CTRL + N | Opens a new Firefox window |
| CTRL + O | Open a local file |
| CTRL + P | Print the current webpage |
| CTRL + R | Reloads the current webpage |
| CTRL + S | Save the current webpage on your PC |
| CTRL + T | Opens a new Firefox Tab |
| CTRL + U | View the page source of the current webpage |
| CTRL + V | Paste the contents of the Windows clipboard |
| CTRL + W | Closes the current Firefox Tab or Window (if more than one tab is open) |
| CTRL + X | Cut the selected text |
| CTRL + Z | Undo the last action |
| F1 | Opens Firefox help |
| F3 | Find more text within the same webpage |
| F5 | Reload the current webpage |
| F6 | Toggles the cursor between the address/URL input box and the current webpage |
| F7 | Toggles Caret Browsing on and off. Used to be able to select text on a webpage with the keyboard |
| F11 | Switch to Full Screen mode |
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Next Right click on the folder and choose properties and customize the folder. Now press the "change icon" in the tab. Scroll to the right and you will see an empty space after all the icon option. Click the space and hit ok. Now your folder has disappeared. You can do this up 254 Folders and all their icon will be camouflaged behid the blank space.
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How to setup your streamyx line always online? Just follow this instructions :
1) Open your’s internet browser then type "http://192.168.1.1." at URL , then click go or just hit enter button at your keyboard. (The modem must connect with this PC)
2) Then you will see this below page.
* Username: type “tmadmin”
* Password: type “tmadmin”
3) Go and click at the WAN Tab and click at PPP. Then set the new interface as:
* PPP interface = 0
* ATM VC = aal5-0
* Protocol = PPoE
* Use DNS = enable
* Security = PAP
3) Don’t forget to set your username as username@streamyx and also your TMNet Streamyx password. When done, click Submit.
4) Click on ATM VC and make sure interface are set as:
* aal5-0 VPI = 0
* VCI = 35
* MUX = LLC
* Max proto = 2
After that, click on Admin and then commit, after that please reboot your computer. Once it’s done you should check your Internet connectivity by loading your favorite website.
If you’re unable to go to 192.168.1.1, please make sure that your PC IP is in the range of 192.168.x.x.
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Sometimes, due to the files being deleted instead of a uninstalled, the entry in the Add/Remove Programs list does not get deleted. To remove or uninstall the undelete program just follow the instructcions as per below:
1. Go Start.Run
2. Type “regedit” then lick OK to popup the Registry Editor Window.
2. Expand A) HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE B) SOFTWARE C) Microsoft D) Windows
3. Expand E) CurrentVersion F) Uninstall. G) Just Highligth the program you wan’t to delete and right click on you mouse and click delete.
4. After that click OK to delete the file or Cancel, to ignore it.
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To increase the broadband speed, first of all make sure your are logged on as administrator (If your use multi-user systems).
1) Click on Start | Run
2 ) Then Type “gpedit.msc”
3) Expand the “Local Computer Policy” branch
4) Expand the “Administrative Templates” branch
5) Expand the “”Network” branch
6) Highlight the “QoS Packet Scheduler”
7) In the right window double click the “Limit Reservable Bandwidth”
8) In the Setting Tab “check” the “Enable” checkboxes.
9) Change “Bandwidth limit %” to “0”
10) Click “Apply” Button.
Some systems need to reboot or restart. This setting can request up to 20% of the bandwidth to be reserved for them even with the QoS (Quality of Service) disabled.
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Do you know, the spacebar on your keyboard can be used for more than just adding spaces in between words. When filling the forms on the web or in dialogue boxes, you can press the spaces bar. to select check boxes.
If you want to deselect check boxes, additionally command button such as OK, is high-lighted, pressing the spaces bar will be the same as clicking the button
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While Windows Vista is based off the Windows XP/2000 platform, it does several critical things differently.Essential files often have different names and are stored in different locations, which may baffle programs based on the file structure of earlier Windows versions. The new 'aeroglass' 3D interface can also cause havoc with programs which make use of the Windows XP desktop interface, rather than having their own internal control environment.
