High-level computer applications build on services provided by lower-level software layers, such as operating systems and language run-time systems. These lower-level software layers should be reliable and secure. Without reliability, users endure frustration and potential data loss when the system software crashes. Without security, users are vulnerable to attacks from the network, which often … [Read more...]
Microsoft Security Bulletin Advance Notification for December 2010
Microsoft Security Bulletin Advance Notification issued: December 9, 2010 Microsoft Security Bulletins to be issued: December 14, 2010 This is an advance notification of security bulletins that Microsoft is intending to release on December 14, 2010. This bulletin advance notification will be replaced with the December bulletin summary on December 14, 2010. For more information about the bulletin … [Read more...]
Create shortcut to system restore point in Windows 7
In this tutorial we will show you, how to create a shortcut to system restore point, so that you can set restore point just on a double click. Normally, to restore or create a restore point in Windows 7, you have to go to the System Restore tab from Start menu > Control Panel > System and Security > System, then have to click the System Restore link in the left pane. Microsoft, by … [Read more...]
Pin any folder or control panel on the taskbar in Windows 7
In earlier posts, we have discussed how you can pin any drive on the taskbar, pin any folder in Windows 7 start menu. We will now discuss how to pin any folder or even the control panel on Windows 7 taskbar. Normally, we can not pin a folder directly on the taskbar. This is only possible for applications. Here is a tip to pin directly to a personal folder to the taskbar. In this example, the My … [Read more...]
Taking screenshots in Windows 7
You can catch your screen with the integrated tools in Microsoft Windows 7. 1) Use keyboard shortcuts: It is possible to capture the entire screen by pressing the "Print Screen", "Prt SCRN" : The name varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. It is usually the third button above the keyboard starting from the right. The image will be copied to the clipboard, simply paste the example in Paint … [Read more...]
Microsoft will integrate tracking protection in Internet Explorer
Microsoft plans to give users of its new internet browser the ability to stop certain sites from gathering information from users, as the company looks to head off federal online privacy legislation. The opt-in feature, called "tracking protection," is based on technology developed for Microsoft's current browser. It was downplayed as the world's largest software company tried to balance … [Read more...]
Disallow installation of new gadgets in Windows 7
To prohibit or disallow installation of new gadgets on the desktop in Microsoft Windows 7, you must register a restriction in the registry. The message "Installation of desktop gadgets is managed by your system administrator" will then appear on the desktop, specifying the restriction. As always, before any registry tweak, it is suggested to create a manual backup of the registry. Steps: 1. … [Read more...]
Add a custom sound or music during shutdown of Windows 7
We know many regular visitors are waiting to see a tutorial on how to add a custom sound during the shutdown of Windows 7 PC ! The expectation grown from the tutorial Let your Computer say Welcome on startup and we got several requests to write a tutorial to use similar script for the shutdown too. Theoretically and practically under ideal condition it is possible to run a vbs script to … [Read more...]
Pin an external hard drive or pen drive to the taskbar in Windows 7
Normally, we can not pin an external hard drive or pen drive or thumb drive to the taskbar in Windows 7 directly. This is only possible for the applications. Here is a tutorial to pin an external hard drive or pen drive or thumb drive directly to the taskbar in Windows 7. The procedure can also be adapted for a backup partition, another internal hard drive. In this example, a Transcend External … [Read more...]
Using Tbot : Automated buddy that provides translations for Windows Live Messenger
Tbot is an automated buddy that provides translations for Windows Live Messenger. It was first launched in 2008 as a prototype and has since become immensely popular. You can have one-on-one conversations with Tbot or invite friends who speak different languages with Tbot translating for you. Open a conversation window with the bot and send a message to get started. You will be able to set the … [Read more...]
Office 2010 Theme for Windows 7
Office 2010 vs RC is a nice looking Windows 7 theme or Visual Style for Windows 7. Creator: yacine29 … [Read more...]