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Windows Update keeps prompting to install KB936181
HELP! Windows Update keeps prompting to install Security Update for Microsoft XML Core Services 4.0 Service Pack 2 ...
How to Open a docx file
In the following simple solution, I'll show you how to open .docx files on a Mac, or on a PC that does not have ...
Tweak to Optimize SSD Performance
In the following simple solution, I cover the process I use to Tweak an SSD "Solid State Drive" for Optimal Performance ...
Vista - Use your flash drive as extended system memory
The following tutorial explains how to use your USB flash drive as extended system memory when running the Windows ...
Shell Commands Windows 7
The following are the Shell Commands available in Windows 7. These can be used for many things like launching paths ...
Remotely Reboot or Shutdown Windows
How can I remotely reboot or shutdown Windows while using Remote Desktop Connection? The following simple solution ...
Reset Internet Explorer
In the following simple solution, I'll show you a quick and easy way to Reset Internet Explorer Settings back to the ...
Setup cannot copy the file cmnicfg.xml
Setup cannot copy the file cmnicfg.xml: Typically, a user will receive this error during a Windows XP installation. The ...
HP Scanner - NO SCAN OPTIONS - Won't Scan
Are you receiving the No Scan Options error when trying to scan a document with your All in One HP Scanner? In the ...
Disk Boot Failure, Insert System Disk and Press Enter
This is actually a fairly common boot error: "Disk Boot Failure, Insert System Disk And Press Enter". However, it can ...
How to totally uninstall Windows Messenger
How to uninstall Windows Messenger: There are four different Messenger applications available from Microsoft. "Windows ...
How to find the MAC address of a PC or device on the LAN
How to find the MAC address of a PC or device on the LAN: Have you ever needed to find the MAC address of a computer or ...
Microsoft Windows Updates fail to install
Microsoft Windows Update failure: Are you having problems getting your Microsoft Windows Updates downloaded, are the ...
How to view hidden system files and folders in Vista
In the following quick tutorial, I'll show you how to set up Windows Vista to display hidden system files and folders. ...
How to Fix STOP 0x0000007E error in aec.sys
The 0x7E stop error often occurs because of a timing issue in Windows XP and Windows XP Pro. Tjis error can occur ...
How to hide a drive letter in Windows XP
In the following tutorial, I explain how to hide a drive or drive letter from being displayed in My Computer. This is ...
How to automatically logon to Windows XP
The following tutorial covers the process of turning on the Auto Logon function in Windows XP, eliminating the need to ...
How to Fix a STOP: 0x0000007B: Error
In Windows XP, The STOP: 0x0000007B: error often occurs if you move a hard drive that contains Windows XP to another ...
Adjusting Windows XP Prefetcher settings
The Windows XP Prefetcher reduces the amount of time it takes Windows to boot and can speed up the launch of ...
My screen goes blank after Windows logo displays
Question: Help! My Windows XP system displays the Windows boot logo and then the screen goes black and nothing else ...
Lost Windows XP Administrator Password
The other day a buddy of mine had lost access to his Windows XP Administrator Account because he forgot his password. ...
How To Change Microsoft Office Product Key
Are you looking to change Microsoft Office product key, serial number or CD key license? One common method used to ...
Windows XP restarts when attempting to shut down
Windows Computer restarts when attempting to shut down. When you shut down your Windows XP computer, does your computer ...
How to fix a Stop 0x0000000A error
A Stop 0x0000000A error in Windows is an annoying error that can occur during or after the installation of Windows or ...
RTHDCPL.EXE - Illegal System DLL Relocation Error
If you've received this error and your system is using the Realtek HD Audio Control Panel, you might be scratching your ...
How to backup Outlook Express E Mail Messages
There are times when a Windows user might want to back up important Outlook Express E-Mail Messages. I always create a ...
Backup your Internet Explorer Favorite Links
Whether your migrating to a new computer or reformatting your current computer, there are many things you might want to ...
Disabling Windows XP CD DVD AutoPlay feature
Windows Media Player always opens when I insert a CD. By default, Windows XP is configured to automatically detect what ...
Slipstream Windows XP with service pack 2
This article covers the process of Slipstreaming service pack 2 into Windows XP and creating a new Slipstreamed Boot CD ...
Adjusting Windows XP Menu Show Delay
By default, Windows XP places a delay on menus before they are displayed. Some users feel this menu delay is a bit long ...
Disabling Windows XP System Restore feature
There are times when one might want to disable Windows XP System Restore. Maybe you would like to free up some drive ...
Installing and Partitioning a New Hard Drive
Ok, so you have purchased a new hard drive and would like to add it to your Windows XP computer. New drives do not ship ...
Run commands for Windows XP
The following is a run command shortcut list for Windows XP. Run commands allow a user to quickly access a variety or ...
Disabling Windows XP Error Reporting
By default, when a Windows XP computer encounters an error, the user is prompted with a pop up asking them if they ...
How to create trademark and copyright symbols
How to create trademark and copyright symbols: The following short tutorial explains how to create those neat circled C ...
How to clear the Browser Cache
In order to display any changes on a Web page, a user might click the Refresh button on the browser toolbar or press ...
How to setup multiple users in Outlook Express
Share Outlook Express with multiple users: The following tutorial explains how to share Outlook Express with other ...
Reducing the time it takes for Windows to shutdown
In some cases, it might seem like it takes forever for Windows to shutdown. By altering a simple registry setting, you ...
How to Control Windows XP Cookies
Want to take full control of your Windows XP Cookies? The Documents and Settings folder found within Windows XP holds ...
Remove the Recycle Bin Icon from your Desktop
In the following tutorial, I cover how to remove the Recycle Bin Icon from your Windows XP Desktop. One reason you may ...
How to Keep your Windows XP PC optimized
After installing many programs or applications and or if you use your computer quite frequently your hard drive can ...
Tips to help keep Windows XP running smoothly
Tips to help Keep Windows running smoothly. Windows was designed to be user friendly and this convenience directly ...
How to keep Windows XP up to date
Windows XP can be a great Operating environment. It is easy to navigate, use, and understand. However, Windows can ...
Moving your Address Book to another computer
The following tutorial explains how to backup and restore the contacts from your Outlook Express Address Book. Creating ...
Removing those annoying Balloon Tips
Balloon tips are those little information pop ups you get when hovering the pointer over objects within Windows XP. ...
Removing Items from the notification area
The notification area is used by Windows XP to let the user know about applications that are launched at startup or are ...
Adjust Windows XP Power Options
The adjustable power options within Windows XP are designed to help conserve energy. However, a user might want to ...