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How to Erase Windows Without Loading the CD
When reinstalling Windows XP from the installation CD, you are given the opportunity to erase the current Windows XP installation via a hard drive partition reformat. If the Windows XP installation CD is not available however, you need another Windows operating system (e.g. XP, Vista, or Windows 7)
How to Change a Computer Workgroup's Name in Windows ME
A workgroup is a group of Windows computers all connected together over a network with file sharing capabilities. A workgroup name is the identifying property for all of the computers in a workgroup. If you have a computer running Windows Millennium Edition and you want to join a workgroup setup by
How to Override a Computer Password
Overriding a password on your Windows computer can be necessary where you have forgotten your password or where someone has (intentionally or unintentionally) changed it to something else. This can be done by disabling the password on your account, allowing you to change it to anything you desire. G
How to Fix Windows Registry Free
If your computer has been running slowly or experiencing issues like as run-time errors or crashes, this may be due to corrupted files in the system's registry. Running a registry scan with registry-cleaning software can find these corrupt files, as well as any unnecessary files that have been left
How to Temporarily Disable Norton 360 in a Vista 64-Bit OS
Norton 360 is anti-virus and firewall security software that is touted as being "Award Winning Protection," based on the "Editor's Choice" award given to it by PC Magazine. While it does offer protection from some online viruses and attacks, the security can sometimes get in the way and prevent prog
System Security Strategies
Whether you are working to develop system security strategies for a home or office computer, certain steps and procedures must be taken to ensure your computer systems are protected. This process of securing your computer systems does not take a long time to do, nor is it costly. In fact, for home u
How to Add Remote Assistance in XP
Remote Assistance is a feature of Windows XP that allows one user to connect to another user's computer and fix a problem. The feature allows an administrator to connect to your computer and see your screen exactly as you see it. If you allow the administrator to do so, he can take control of your m
Tips to Speed up Windows XP
Speed up your Windows XP with these practical tips.e-mail account image by Leticia Wilson from Fotolia.comThe Windows XP operating system may not be standard on computers any more, but if you are still using it, it can be frustrating when newer programs run slower on the operating system....
Viruses that Disable Task Manager
A disabled Task Manager makes computer viruses highly difficult to remove.Mensch und Computer image by Sven Rausch from Fotolia.comA disabled Task Manager makes removing the virus that disabled it particularly difficult, making this a popular tactic among malware developers. Viruses that...
How to Upgrade to XP Using an OEM Product Key
Users operating a Windows version older than Windows XP or using a retail version of Windows XP may upgrade by using an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) key code. This key code is a unique and extensive numerical code that Microsoft provides users to register their operating system and finish t
How to Uninstall IE8 Beta in Win XP
In 2008, Microsoft began allowing the public to test its then new browser, Internet Explorer 8. Because this beta version of Internet Explorer 8 was for testing and was not considered a final release of the software, it was installed alongside the current browser rather than on top of it. As a resul
What Is the Uninstall Utility for Windows Vista?
The uninstall utility for Windows Vista is a program that removes unwanted software from your computer. Using this utility is preferable to using the uninstall feature that comes with software packages, which tends to leave behind "trace elements" on your computer's hard drive. These elements take u
How to Remove Hidden Album Titles From Songs
Album titles for a song file, such as an MP3, are stored in the ID3 tag. This is information about a song that has been encoded in the file. If you do not want this information to be included in the file you can easily remove it. To do this you need to view the properties of the MP3 file. Windows pr
What Is Windows Hotfix?
As a user of Windows, you may occasionally be informed of a software update known as a "hotfix." This is a relatively common software term used by many software companies for a certain type of update.
How to Kill Explorer Without Task Manager
Operating systems, such as Windows 7, use a process called Explorer.exe to allow you to see the taskbar and desktop icons. You can usually end this process by using the Windows Task Manager. If you cannot open the Task Manager, you can end it using the "Start" menu. Ending this process, however, cau
How to Make Words Scroll to the Song Playing on MediaShout
MediaShout is a presentation software often used by churches to display slides and song lyrics during a church service. Included are several features specially designed for the church worship service environment including the ability to have song-lyric libraries and scripture verse libraries built i
How to Restart a Laptop Automatically
Laptops, like desktop computers, are subject to regular updates or other issues, such as cross-linked files, that necessitate regular restarts in order to maintain optimal system health. Often, however, it is most convenient to have your laptop computer restart itself automatically after a certain e
How Can I See the NIC Drivers & COS?
The Windows Device Driver utility shows you the Network Interface Card (NIC) driver and the Class of Service (COS) information for your hardware device. The NIC driver is the software application that allows your Windows computer to interface with the hardware installed on the machine. COS is a type
How to Access Workgroups on Windows XP
Windows XP allows users to join networks through domains and workgroups. Joining a workgroup connects all computers connected to the same network. Workgroups enable network features such as sharing Internet connectivity and sharing network resources. These resources might include assets like files a
Privacy Tools for Windows
With high-speed and wireless Internet, our computers are often connected to the online world from the moment we log on to the moment we turn the machine off. Having a constant connection to the Internet is a convenience, but if not properly monitored, can also open up security issues that...