The Windows Task Manager is accessible by pressing Ctrl + Alt + Del, can be used to see the applications, processes, CPU, memory usage and other information. However, you can also delete a process being used and it may be interested to restrict users access to the task manager for security reason. It is specially an important part for creating a Windows 7 based KIOSK or embedded system, for banks … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2011
How to block the auto detection of USB storage devices in Windows 7
When you insert an USB memory device as a USB pen drive or external hard drive, Windows 7 automatically detects it. If you do not want anyone using the machine to use data stored on a USB device, there is a way to disable USB storage recognition. Click "Start", then type "regedit" (without the quotation marks) in the search field and hit Enter and accept the security prompt: Windows registry … [Read more...]
Activate all the processor cores when Windows 7 starts
Theoretically, by default all the cores of a multi-core processor are activated when you start Windows 7, but in some cases they may not start. It is therefore necessary to force Windows to use all available cores. Here is a tutorial on how to force Windows to use all the cores when the system starts. Click the "start" button then enter "msconfig " in the search box and press the Enter … [Read more...]
How to remove the confirmation prompt to delete any file in Windows 7
When it is desired to remove one or more files or folders, a dialog appears confirming before sending them to the Recycle bin. However, to avoid having the confirmation request every time it is desirable to deactivate it. Note that, it is not same as bypassing the recyle bin; i.e delete permanently. Here, the deleted file will go to recylebin, but will not ask the user. Also note that, if you … [Read more...]
Change the time before your pc goes to standby in Windows 7
We will explain how to modify the time before the hard drive of your Windows 7 computer goes into standby. Take an example: I am currently downloading latest version of Ubuntu and if I leave my computer and I do nothing, my hard drive will pause before the end of the download and then stop my download. I must therefore choose a longer time. How? Go to the Start menu and click Control Panel. … [Read more...]
Tips for using Sticky Notes in Windows 7 most effectively
Having trouble using Sticky Notes in Windows 7 ? Sticky notes is a simple utility that is included in Windows 7, these notes are like the famous Post-it, stay on the screen of your desktop and you can use to target cell, task lists pending, or whatever you want, in short has become as necessary as pencils or paper clips. How to start the application? Click Start button, type "Sticky" (without the … [Read more...]
Windows 7 Service Pack 1: What is inside
Leakers seem to have gotten their hands on what may be the final Windows 7 Service Pack 1/Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 builds. (I had heard rumors that Microsoft had put the finishing touches on SP1 in December, but don™t know for sure whether that is true.) Microsoft officials are not saying whether the latest leaked version is the œreal SP1 release-to-manufacturing version. As usual, the advice … [Read more...]
HTC home: An animated desktop weather gadget for Windows 7
Almost every user now knows about HTC Home, an excellent free animated weather gadget for Windows 7. Those who have missed it or having difficulty to find out how to use it or from where to download it, this guide is intended for them. Firstly, you can download HTC Home from their official website for free: htchome.org " HTC Home 2 is first of all a widget with a clock, weather forecast and … [Read more...]
How to create a basic log file or diary with notepad
It is a very easy tutorial, yet very useful. You may need to create a log file or diary like thing, which will allow you to add date and time automatically. We do not need any third party software, we will use the Notepad in Windows 7 to create such log file. Open notepad, write " .LOG " (without the quotation marks), like this: Save it with the name as you like: Close it. Now, go to the … [Read more...]
Tweaks or softwares that should be avoided in Windows 7
Memory Optimizers (Or Any Program That HAS one) We have long railed against theses things. The Only Thing That these programs can do is real harm to the system performance. Our advice, stay away from any "memory optimizer" programs. One-Click Optimizers Many programs containerization a single-click option to "Maintain" or "optimize" your system. Any tweaks like there isn'ta one-size-fits all … [Read more...]
Install fonts using shortcut in Windows 7
It is a new feature that incorporates in Microsoft Windows 7, you can install fonts using a shortcut. The advantage of installing fonts in the form of shortcuts is that, we can use hundred of fonts very easily, without complicating the situation of installing hundreds of fonts. Got a bit confused? Ok, just follow this tutorial how to install fonts as shortcut in Windows 7. As usually, Click … [Read more...]