One of the functions of the Hosts file is to block or allow Internet pages as you need. The hosts file from Windows XP to Windows 7 is on this path: [crayon-6421a4ca2ae46947180827-i/] To modify this file in previous versions of Windows 7 is only access to this location, open the file, modify and save changes. But this does not work in Windows 7, trying to save the changes makes the system to … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2010
Fix “This copy of Windows is not genuine” in Genuine Windows 7
Although the copy of Windows 7 is completely legal and genuine, it is possible that after an update, a notice says "This copy of Windows is not genuine". In most cases, however the copy of Windows 7 is activated. Procedure 1 Validate Windows 7: Validate the copy of Microsoft Windows 7 on the Genuine Microsoft Software site. Here is the link to Genuine Microsoft Software site. Click on … [Read more...]
Accelerate Windows 7 boot by eliminating the GUI Animation
In Windows 7,the boot process loads the animation of Microsoft Windows 7, where four points of light play together to make up the Windows logo. You can stop this animation in Microsoft Windows 7 to boot faster. 1. Click Start or press the Windows key on your keyboard, in the search box type "msconfig" and press enter. 2. In configuration window, click on the Startup tab, select the line that … [Read more...]
Anchoring the Recycle Bin to Windows 7 superbar
While the new taskbar in Windows 7 has t a dramatic improvement in the usability of many functions, there are certain tasks that are not so easy to put to the "superbar" for the user; for example, move files to the Recycle Bin. And although the Recycle Bin icon is still present by default in the desktop Windows 7, many users prefer to keep your desk completely clear and free of icons. So, we … [Read more...]
White Line Beta 6 Updated theme for Windows 7
White Line Beta 6 Updated theme or Visual Style for Windows 7 Created by: seahorsepip … [Read more...]
Disable Windows 7 from always showing content thumbnails inside the folders
Yesterday renowned theme creator Sergio Garcia was asking me how he can disable the thumbnail preview of the folders in Windows 7 Explorer. He wants to use Icons instead. Here is the way you can disable Windows 7 from always showing content thumbnails inside the folders. Also, you can use this setting if thumbnail previews are slowing down your Windows 7 PC. Here is the default view of folders … [Read more...]
Enable checkboxes in Windows 7 for multiple selections
Selecting "only some" folders or files in Windows 7 is a bit complex, since the system usually takes more than one selection when holding down the CTRL key from the keyboard. Luckily there is a way to activate a checkbox (like those used on the web pages form) beside the files or folders in Microsoft Windows 7. This is the way you normally select only some folders and files: To activate … [Read more...]
How to resize desktop icons in Windows 7
Conventional way (yawning) to resize Windows 7 desktop icons: Click the right mouse button on the desktop, choose View and then choose from the options: This are medium size Windows 7 desktop icons: Now, use the smart way to resize desktop icons in Windows 7 using the mouse or scroll in touchpad of laptops: 1. Left Click on any empty area of Windows 7 desktop. 2. Hold the CTRL key. 3. Turning … [Read more...]
Klasik theme for Windows 7
Klasik theme or Visual Style for Windows 7 Aero visual style for Windows 7 32 and 64 bit. Installation: 1. Extract Klasik7.theme and klasic7 folder to C:WindowsResourcesThemes 2. Replace explorerframe.dll file in C:Windowssystem32 folder with the appropriate file from explorerframe folder, according to your version of Windows 7. Backup the original file first. Restart and select the theme from … [Read more...]
Create a shortcut to start the screensavers in Windows 7
Create a shortcut to start those default screensaver is a trick that works on Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows Vista and even Microsoft Windows XP. Instructions: 1. Right-click the desktop and select New Shortcut: 2. To start the screen saver, you must enter the full path to the screensaver file: [crayon-6421a4ca2b252526734789-i/] You can substitute the name of the screensaver … [Read more...]
Windows 8: using the functions without loading the full OS
Microsoft is now dedicated to the development of manufacturing and software and hardware licensing might include a feature called 'Direct Experience' in Windows 8 or Windows vNext which would allow us to access a function without having to wait for the operating system loads completely. A few weeks ago some news leaked that could bring Windows 8, the operating system currently in development by … [Read more...]
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