To delete autorun.inf

Here is the full steps to-do


1. Open Start>>Run and type cmd and press enter. This will open a command prompt window. On this command prompt window type the following steps.

2. type cd\ and press enter

3. type attrib -r -h -s autorun.inf and press enter (there is no space after - )

4. type del autorun.inf (if it says file not found go the the next step)

now for the D drive

5. type d: and press enter Now repeat steps 3 and 4. Similarly repeat step 5 for all your hard disk partition.

Restart your system and your trouble will be fixed.

You should run a anti-virus scan to detect and remove the program that added the autorun.inf file.

Good luck

Ultimate Boot CD

Ultimate Boot CD is a bootable recovery CD that contains software used for repairing, restoring, or diagnosing almost any computer problem. Our goal is to be the most complete and easy to use free computer diagnostic tool.

Almost all software included in Ultimate Boot CD are freeware utilities for Windows®. Some of the tools inlcuded are "free for personal use" copies so users need to respect these licenses. A few of the tools included in Ultimate Boot CD are paid for and licensed software owned by UBCD4win. On occasion we work with software companies/authors for permission to include their software in our download or have requested their software better support PE. Users can freely share copies of Ultimate Boot CD with friends but selling Ultimate Boot CD for a profit is not acceptable. We have worked hard for many years helping people for free with this project, others should not make money from our hard work. If you are a dialup user having a hard time downloading Ultimate Boot CD, please visit our ordering page. Ultimate Boot CD is based on Bart's PE©. Bart's PE© builds a Windows® "pre-install" environment CD, basically a simple Windows® XP booted from CD. Ultimate Boot CD includes network support and allows you the ability to modify NTFS volumes, recover deleted files, create new NTFS volumes, scan hard drives for viruses, etc. Our download includes almost everything you need to repair your system problems. This project has been put together to be the ultimate recovery cd and not a replacement OS (Operating System). Please visit the "List of Tools" page for a complete list of what is included in the latest version of Ultimate Boot CD.

You need the Ultimate Boot CD if you want to:
Run floppy-based diagnostic tools from CDROM drives. More and more PCs are shipped without floppy drives these days, and it is such a royal pain when you need to run diagnostic tools on them.
Free yourself from the slow loading speed of the floppy drive. Even if you do have a floppy drive, it is still much much faster to run your diagnostic tools from the CDROM drive, rather than wait for the tool to load from the floppy drive.
Consolidate as many diagnostic tools as possible into one bootable CD. Wouldn't you like to avoid digging into the dusty box to look for the right floppy disk, but simply run them all from a single CD? Then the Ultimate Boot CD is for you!
Run Ultimate Boot CD from your USB memory stick. A script on the CD prepares your USB memory stick so that it can be used on newer machines that supports booting from USB devices. You can access the same tools as you would from the CD version.
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Data Recovery Collections 2011

Data Recovery Collections 2011 | 616 MB

Genre : Systems tools | English | 2011

An assembly of the best programs to recover any data from any device on any occasion.
This CD contains programs to recover data from hard disk file systems Windows and Linux, scratched CD, DVD disks, USB Flash drives, various memory cards, cameras, MP3 players. One can also recover data from cell phones, and you will find a program for restoring SMS, phone numbers from your SIM card and a program to recover stuck pixel and reduce bad pixel spots on monitors.

Laser Printer Vs. Inkjet

Most people have a printer at home, or have access to one, but don't really understand how it works. Laser and inkjet printers can now produce prints that look very similar and last for similar periods of time, but they use very different technology to do it. Laser printers tend to be faster and more costly up front, while inkjets usually produce higher quality prints. Knowing how your printer works can help you decide which applications it's best for.
Printing Methods
Laser printers, first invented in 1969, use a light-sensitive drum to roll powdered plastic ink onto a sheet of paper. The ink stays in place via static charge, then a hot roller melts the toner, fusing it to the paper. Inkjet printers use liquid ink, spraying microscopic droplets onto the paper. The ink is often still slightly wet when the page emerges. Some manufacturers use a thermal process to release the ink, while others use a piezoelectric process.
Cost
Inkjet printers often seem less expensive than laser models, since their upfront purchase cost is far lower. Inkjet printers also use less-expensive cartridges. However, according to "PC Magazine" and Lumiere Photo, inkjet printers often cost more in the long run. Their smaller cartridges last a shorter period of time, and can increase operation costs significantly over the life of the printer.
Print Quality
Laser printers produce sharp, readable text pages that don't smear or blur in contact with liquid, but don't usually measure up to inkjet printers for photo printing. Some specialty laser printers can produce photographic-quality prints. These tend to be very costly. As of 2011, many low-end laser printers still use only black ink. Color models cost significantly more. Inkjet printers do well for producing color images and photos. Most produce sharp, clean text, but at a slightly lower quality than a comparable laser printer.
Longevity
Print longevity depends on the type of ink used, the printer technology and the paper the image is printed on. In general, laser prints last longer than inkjet prints. Some inkjet photos can fade in just a few years. However, the advent of better quality inkjet paper and pigment-based printer ink has improved these printers' ability to produce long-lasting prints. Neither printing technology lasts as long as offset or photographic wet-process printing, and all printers must use the correct paper to produce a lasting image. Conventional copy paper often yellows and fades quickly.

Troubleshooting Printer Issues in Windows XP

Printers from various manufacturers, such as Canon, HP and others, are used with the Windows XP operating system from Microsoft. When your printer begins to malfunction, you will need to troubleshoot to fix the problem. This can involve using more than one process, depending on the severity of the problem. You can troubleshoot printer issues in Windows XP by using the Printer Help option in your computer's operating system or the Printer Troubleshooter, which is accessible through its Control Panel.
Difficulty:
Moderately Easy
Instructions
Windows XP Printer Help
1
Click the Start button and then select the Printers and Faxes option.
2
Click the Help drop-down menu and select the Help and Support Center option.
3
Find and select the "Fixing a printing problem" option. Alternatively, you can type a search term into the text box and press the "Enter" key.
4
Select the "Fixing a printing problem" option that most accurately describes your issue or problem.
Using Printer Troubleshooter
1
Click the Start button and then go into the Control Panel. Double-click the "Printers and Faxes" icon.
2
Click the Help drop down menu and select the option for "Help and Support Center."
3
Find and select the option for "Fixing a printer problem." Click the "Printer Troubleshooter" option that is in the right panel.
4
Find and click on the option that best describes your problem or issue and then click the "Next" button to continue.
5
Repeat step 4 until you have corrected the problem.
Tips & Warnings
Go to the manufacturer's web site for your printer and download the latest software driver for Windows XP.
For additional guidance, visit the Help and Support for printing in Microsoft Windows XP.
References
Microsoft: Resources for troubleshooting printer issues in Windows XP
Microsoft: Help and support for printing in Microsoft Windows XP
Resources
Microsoft: Help and Support

How to Upgrade a USB to Make it Retrieve Data Faster

You can upgrade your USB drivers to make the port transfer data faster.
USB ports allow computers to connect to USB devices such as mice, keyboards, media players and portable storage devices. If you have a computer that has USB 2.0 support and at least Windows XP Service Pack 1 installed, you can upgrade the drivers on your USB 2.0 ports. USB ports with the newest drivers will transfer data between connected devices and the computer faster.
Difficulty:
Moderately Easy
Instructions
1
Click the "Start" button to launch the start menu.
2
Right click the "Computer" option on the start menu and choose "Properties."
3
Navigate to the "Device Manager." This will show all of the devices installed on your computer, including the USB 2.0 ports.
4
Click the "Universal Serial Bus controllers" to extend a list of USB controllers on your computer.
5
Right-click the "USB 2.0 EHCI Host controller" and choose to update the driver from the menu.
6
Choose "Install the software automatically," then click the "Next" button.
7
Click "Finish" to complete the upgrade. You may need to reboot your computer to allow the changes to take effect.

Must Know Things about your cell phone

Here are a few things that can be done in times of grave emergencies. Your mobile phone can actually be a life saver or an emergency tool for survival. Check out the things that you can do with it:
1. Emergency
The Emergency Number worldwide for Mobile is 112. If you find yourself out of the coverage area of your mobile; network and there is an emergency, dial 112 and the mobile will search any existing network to establish the emergency number for you, and interestingly this number 112 can be dialed even if the keypad is locked. Try it out.
Also in Australia , the Australian emergency number 000 can be dialled whilst your mobile phone keyboard is locked. This is another reason why 000 receives so many false emergency calls!
2. Have you locked your keys in the car?
Does your car have remote keyless entry? This may come in handy someday. Good reason to own a cell phone: If you lock your keys in the car and the spare keys are at home, call someone at home on their mobile phone from your cell phone.
Hold your cell phone about a foot from your car door and have the person at your home press the unlock button, holding it near the mobile phone on their end. Your car will unlock. Saves someone from having to drive your keys to you. Distance is no object. You could be hundreds of miles away, and if you can reach someone who has the other "remote" for your car, you can unlock the doors (or the trunk).
Editors Note: It works fine! We tried it out and it unlocked our car over a mobile phone!"
3. Hidden Battery Power
Imagine your mobile battery is very low. To activate, press the keys *3370# Your mobile will restart with this reserve and the instrument will show a 50% increase in battery. This reserve will get charged when you charge your mobile next time.
4. How to disable a STOLEN mobile phone?
To check your Mobile phone's serial number, key in the following digits on your phone!:
star-hash-zero-six-hash
* # 0 6 #
A 15 digit code will appear on the screen. This number is unique to your handset. Write it down and keep it somewhere safe. When your phone get stolen, you can phone your service provider and give them this code. They will then be able to block your handset so even if the thief changes the SIM card, your phone will be totally useless. You probably won't get your phone back, but at least you know that whoever stole it can't use/sell it either. If everybody does this, there would be no point in people stealing mobile phones.
Not only the above, but also in Australia your stolen phone is added to a "Stolen Mobile Phone" database, so if your phone is found later on it can be returned to you.

How to Delete An "undeletable" File

Open a Command Prompt window and leave it open.
Close all open programs.
Click Start, Run and enter TASKMGR.EXE
Go to the Processes tab and End Process on Explorer.exe.
Leave Task Manager open.
Go back to the Command Prompt window and change to the directory the AVI (or other undeletable file) is located in.
At the command prompt type DEL where is the file you wish to delete.
Go back to Task Manager, click File, New Task and enter EXPLORER.EXE to restart the GUI shell.
Close Task Manager.


Or you can try this

Open Notepad.exe

Click File>Save As..>

locate the folder where ur undeletable file is

Choose 'All files' from the file type box

click once on the file u wanna delete so its name appears in the 'filename' box

put a " at the start and end of the filename
(the filename should have the extension of the undeletable file so it will overwrite it)

click save,

It should ask u to overwrite the existing file, choose yes and u can delete it as normal


Here's a manual way of doing it. I'll take this off once you put into your first post zain.

1. Start
2. Run
3. Type: command
4. To move into a directory type: cd c:\*** (The stars stand for your folder)
5. If you cannot access the folder because it has spaces for example Program Files or Kazaa Lite folder you have to do the following. instead of typing in the full folder name only take the first 6 letters then put a ~ and then 1 without spaces. Example: cd c:\progra~1\kazaal~1
6. Once your in the folder the non-deletable file it in type in dir - a list will come up with everything inside.
7. Now to delete the file type in del ***.bmp, txt, jpg, avi, etc... And if the file name has spaces you would use the special 1st 6 letters followed by a ~ and a 1 rule. Example: if your file name was bad file.bmp you would type once in the specific folder thorugh command, del badfil~1.bmp and your file should be gone. Make sure to type in the correct extension.

How To Find Serial Numbers On Google

If your looking for a serial number for nero (for example) goto google.com and type nero 94FBR and it'll bring it up

this works great in google

HOW DOES THIS WORK?

Quite simple really. 94FBR is part of a Office 2000 Pro cd key that is widely distributed as it bypasses the activation requirements of Office 2K Pro. By searching for the product name and 94fbr, you guarantee two things.

1)The pages that are returned are pages dealing specifically with the product you're wantinga serial for.

2)Because 94FBR is part of a serial number, and only part of a serial number, you guarantee that any page being returned is a serial number list page.


I hope this trick help you finding your ccd keys easily

Enjoy :)

Make Your Firefox Fast

This tricks will improve the speed & load time of firefox. And you will be able to surf faster.

Type about:config in the address bar, Then look for the following entries, and make the corresponding changes.

1. network.http.max-connections-per-server =32

2. network.http.max-persistent-connections-per-proxy =16

3. network.http.max-connections = 64

4. network.http.max-persistent-connections-per-server = 10

5. network.http.pipelining = true

6. network.http.pipelining.maxrequests = 200

7. network.http.request.max-start-delay = 0

8. network.http.proxy.pipelining = true

9. network.http.proxy.version = 1.0

Lastly right-click anywhere and select New- Integer. Name it nglayout.initialpaint.delay and set its value to 0. This value is the amount of time the browser waits before it acts on information it recieves.Enjoy!!

How to troubleshoot the starting problems of Word 2002, Word 2003 and Word 2007?

This tip will help you to recover the default setting in Microsoft Word 2002, 2003 and 2007. Normally most of the options in Microsoft word are saved in the word data registry key. You can edit the word data registry key to troubleshooting the default settings problems. Word basic troubleshooting step is to delete the Word Data registry key. The next time that you start Word, Word rebuilds the Word Data registry key by using the default settings. These setting include the "Display, Proofing, Save and some Advance features options". You can also reset all settings that you customize in the Options dialog box.

In Word 2002 and Word 2003, you can view these options on the Tools menu and then click Options.

In Word 2007, you can view these options, click on Microsoft office Button and then click Word Options.

Follow the given steps to restore the Word default settings:

To edit the data registry key, first you should log onto your computer with administrative rights.

Click Start button and type regedit in Run option then press Enter for next. Here locate the following registry subkey, as appropriate for the version of Word that you are running:

In Word 2002 go to

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft \Office\10.0\Word\Data

In Word 2003 go to

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\ Office\11.0\Word\Data

In Word 2007 go to

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\ Office\12.0\Word\Data

Here select the Data folder and delete the all entries from the right side panel. Now reload your computer and run Word to verify the default settings.

How to delete files that are used by other programs in windows XP/Vista?

This tip will help you to delete the files and folders that are being used by another programs and applications, for example a virus affected file. You have tried to delete such kind of files or folders and received the any following messages.

• Cannot delete file: the file is in use by the other program

• Cannot delete file: There has been a sharing violation

• Cannot delete file: The file is in use by another program or user

• Cannot delete file: Disk is not full or write-protected and that the file is not currently in use.

• Cannot delete file: The source or destination file may be in use

Normally, a windows restart will allow you to delete such files or folders that are being used by other program, but if you want to manage it without restart your computer then simply you need to download a freeware tool called Unlocker.

You can download this tool for any windows version using Unlocker link. Download it and run the easy setup.

After installation, right click on file or folder that you want to delete and select the option Unlocker.

If your requested file or folder is used or locked by other application then a small window listing of lockers will appear.

Here simply click on “Unlock All” button and now you can easily delete this file.

Convert a FAT partition to NTFS

To convert a FAT partition to NTFS, perform the following steps.

Click Start, click Programs, and then click Command Prompt. In Windows XP, click Start, click Run, type cmd and then click OK.

At the command prompt, type CONVERT [driveletter]: /FS:NTFS. Convert.exe will attempt to convert the partition to NTFS.

NOTE:=
Although the chance of corruption or data loss during the conversion from FAT to NTFS is minimal, it is best to perform a full backup of the data on the drive that it is to be converted prior to executing the convert command.

Windows: Start Menu

Values that control various Start menu and Explorer options

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer]:

NoChangesStartMenu	00000001	Disable deleting items from Start Menu
NoClose	00000001	Remove the ShutDown option from the Start Menu
NoCommonGroups	00000001	Common program groups do not appear on the Start menu
NoDesktop	00000001	Hide all desktop icons
NoDrives	00000000	Low order bit is drive A: while the 26th bit is Drive Z: To hide a drive, turn on its bit
NoDriveTypeAutoRun	95,00,00,00	Disable autostart CD-ROM
NoFavoritesMenu	00000001	Hide Favorites on Start Menu
NoFileMenu	00000001	Remove "File" menu in Explorer
NoFind	00000001	Remove the Find command from the Start Menu
NoLogOff	01,00,00,00	Remove logoff from Start Menu
NoNetConnectDisconnect	00000001	Remove Explorer's "Map Network Drive" and "Disconnect Network Drive" menu and right click options
NoNetHood	00000001	Remove the Network Neighborhood icon from desktop
NoRecentDocsMenu	00000001	Hide Recent documents on Start Menu
ClearRecentDocsOnExit	01,00,00,00	Empty My Documents when shutting down Windows
NoRun	00000001	Remove the Run command from the Start menu
NoSaveSettings	00,00,00,00	Save window settings on exit
NoSetActiveDesktop	00000001	Disable Active Desktop
NoSetFolders	00000001	Hide Settings > Control Panel, and Settings > Printers on the Start Menu
NoSetTaskbar	00000001	Hide Settings > Taskbar on the Start Menu: Only Drag/Drop can be used to alter Start Menu and Desktop
NoStartBanner	01,00,00,00	Disable "Click here to start"
NoWindowsUpdate	00000001	Removes Windows update from Start Menu > Settings
RestrictRun	00000001	Only programs defined at [HKCU\Software\Microsoft\...\ Policies\Explorer\RestrictRun] will run

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Speed up the Start Menu

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\ Control Panel\ desktop] Create the string value MenuShowDelay. Set it to a number from 0 (fast) to 10 (slow).

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Add programs to the Shell

Available when right-clicking the Start button
[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Directory\shell]
Create the key MS-DOS Prompt (or whatever); Default = " DOS Command " (or whatever name you want to appear)Create the subkey command ; Default = " command.com /k cd %1 " (or any other program)

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Add an expanding Control Panel to Start menu

This will also work with most special folders.
Under [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\*], find the system ID of the folder you want to add.
Right-click Start button and chose Open.
Create a new folder with the name of the folder followed by a dot and the folder ID.
Example: Control Panel.{21EC2020-3AEA-1069-A2DD-08002B30309D}
Control Panel:{21EC2020-3AEA-1069-A2DD-08002B30309D}
Printers:{2227A280-3AEA-1069-A2DE-08002B30309D}
Dial Up Net:{992CFFA0-F557-101A-88EC-00DD010CCC48}

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How to Edit the Registry
Windows 98, Windows Xp & Windows 2000

To open Registry Editor, click Start, click Run, type Regedit, and then click OK.
NOTE: You should not edit your registry unless it is absolutely necessary. If there is an error in your registry, your computer may not function properly. Incorrectly editing the registry may severely damage your system. Before making changes to the registry, you should back up any valued data on your computer.

Back up the Registry First!!!

Windows 95, Windows 98 & Windows Me:

NOTE: Do not follow these steps to export a whole registry hive (for example, the HKEY_CURRENT_USER hive). If
you must back up a whole registry hive, back up the whole registry instead.
Click Start, and then click Run.
In the Open box, type regedit, and then click OK.
Locate and then click the key that contains the value that you want to edit.
On the File menu, click Export.
In the Save in box, select a location where you want to save the .reg file, in the File name box, type a file name,
and then click Save.
To Back up the whole registry:
Click Start, then click Run. The Run dialog box appears.
Type regedit and click OK. The Registry Editor opens.
Click the Registry menu and click Export Registry File.
Verify the following items in the Export Registry File dialog box:
Save in: Desktop
File name: Registry Backup
Save as type: Registration Files
Export range: All
Click Save.
Exit the Registry Editor.
Verify that an icon labeled "Registry Backup.reg" is on the desktop. CAUTION: Do not double-click the "Registry Backup.reg" file on the desktop unless you intend to undo the changes you are making to the registry.
NOTE: This method for Windows 95/98/Me will not work for Windows NT/2000. Windows NT/2000 has additional security protection that prevents this backup from being restored.

How to back up the Windows 2000 registry

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;322755

Windows 2000

NOTE: Do not follow these steps to export a whole registry hive (for example, HKEY_CURRENT_USER). If you must back up whole registry hives, back up the whole registry instead. Click Start, and then click Run. In the Open box, type regedt32, and then click OK. Locate and then click the key that contains the values that you want to edit. On the Registry menu, click Save Key. In the Save inbox, select a location in which to save the .reg file, type a file name in the File name box, and then click Save.
Windows xp Home edition does not include the Backup utility by default. To install it:
Insert your Windows xp cd.
Open up Windows explorer.
Navigate to X:\VALUEADD\MSFT\NTBACKUP\ (replace X with appropriate cd-rom drive letter) Double-click NTBACKUP.MSI and follow the on-screen instructions.

Windows Xp & Windows 2003 Server

NOTE: Do not follow these steps to export a whole registry hive (for example, the HKEY_CURRENT_USER hive). If you must back up whole registry hives, back up the whole registry instead. Click Start, and then click Run. In the Open box, type regedit, and then click OK. Locate and then click the key that contains the value that you want to edit. On the File menu, click Export. In the Save in box, select a location where you want to save the Registration Entries (.reg) file, in the File name box, type a file name, and then click Save.

How to backup the registry in XP

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;Q322756

http://www.puppypc.com/tutorials/reg/backup_xp_reg.htm

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Alphabetize your Start Menu

Don't you hate how Windows adds new programs to the end of the start menu? The fix is quick and simple, right click on the menu and select sort by name. Ah isn't that better?

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Brand your copy of Windows XP in the Start Menu

Have you used someone's new Hewlett Packard with their OEM version of Windows XP? You've seen that HP has their own icon in the Start Menu, underneath Run, that goes to their Help Site. Now, you can have your icon that does anything you want (website, program, etc) and says anything you want. Basically, you are "branding" Windows XP (Home or Pro), great for if you are a computer builder and sell them, or you just want to make Windows XP your own. It involves Regedit.
NOTE: You should NOT install this over a FACTORY BRAND. (UNLESS YOU EXPORT THE FILE FIRST)
1. Start up Notepad and create a new registry file (*.reg) and copy and paste the following into it:

Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00

[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{2559a1f6-21d7-11d4-bdaf-00c04f60b9f0}]
@="YOUR TITLE HERE"

[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{2559a1f6-21d7-11d4-bdaf-00c04f60b9f0}\DefaultIcon]
@="YOUR ICON HERE"
00,79,00,73,00,74,00,65,00,6d,00,33,00,32,00,5c,00,68,00,70,00,6c,00,69,00,\
6e,00,6b,00,2e,00,69,00,63,00,6f,00,00,00

[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{2559a1f6-21d7-11d4-bdaf-00c04f60b9f0}\InProcServer32]
@=hex(2):25,00,53,00,79,00,73,00,74,00,65,00,6d,00,52,00,6f,00,6f,00,74,00,25,\
00,5c,00,73,00,79,00,73,00,74,00,65,00,6d,00,33,00,32,00,5c,00,73,00,68,00,\
64,00,6f,00,63,00,76,00,77,00,2e,00,64,00,6c,00,6c,00,00,00
"ThreadingModel"="Apartment"

[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{2559a1f6-21d7-11d4-bdaf-00c04f60b9f0}\Instance]
"CLSID"="{3f454f0e-42ae-4d7c-8ea3-328250d6e272}"

[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{2559a1f6-21d7-11d4-bdaf-00c04f60b9f0}\Instance\InitPropertyBag]
"CLSID"="{13709620-C279-11CE-A49E-444553540000}"
"method"="ShellExecute"
"Command"="YOUR TITLE HERE"
"Param1"="YOUR FUNCTION HERE"

[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{2559a1f6-21d7-11d4-bdaf-00c04f60b9f0}\shellex]

[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{2559a1f6-21d7-11d4-bdaf-00c04f60b9f0}\shellex\ContextMenuHandlers]

[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{2559a1f6-21d7-11d4-bdaf-00c04f60b9f0}\shellex\ContextMenuHandlers\{2559a1f6-21d7-11d4-bdaf-00c04f60b9f0}]
@=""

[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{2559a1f6-21d7-11d4-bdaf-00c04f60b9f0}\shellex\MayChangeDefaultMenu]
@=""

[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{2559a1f6-21d7-11d4-bdaf-00c04f60b9f0}\ShellFolder]
"Attributes"=dword:00000000

2. Edit where it says YOUR ICON HERE to a path to an icon (ex. c:\\icon.ico), it must be 24x24 pixels and in .ico format.

3. Edit both places where it says YOUR TITLE HERE to what you want it to say in the
Start Menu (ex. Elranzer Homepage).

4. Edit where it says YOUR FUNCTION here to what you want it to do when you click it, it
can be anything... your website, a local HTML document, a program, a Windows function, whatever your imagination can provide (ex. http://www.elranzer.com).

5. Save this file as brand.reg, double-click it to enter in your information, and refresh Explorer (log off/on)to see it in the Start Menu!! This works in both Home and Professional.

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Disabling New Programs Alert

To get rid of this alert is really easy:
Right click the start bar and click properties.
Go to the start menu tab and click customize.
Click on the advanced tab.
De-select "Highlight newly installed programs"
This is only applicable if you have the new XP start menu not if you are using classic.

Microsoft Word Keyboard Shortcuts

Keyboard Shortcut	Result in Microsoft Word
CTRL and A	Selects all in the current document.
CTRL and B	Bold text.
CTRL and C	Copies the item or text to the Clipboard and can be pasted using CTRL and V.
CTRL and D	Displays the Font dialogue box.
CTRL and E	Centre Alignment.
CTRL and F	Displays the Find dialog box, to search the current document.
CTRL and G	Displays the Go to dialog box, to go to a specific location in the current document.
CTRL and H	Displays the Replace dialogue box.
CTRL and I	Italic text.
CTRL and J	Full Justification.
CTRL and K	Create Hyperlink
CTRL and L	Left Alignment
CTRL and M	Tab
CTRL and N	Creates a new document.
CTRL and O	Displays the Open File dialogue box.
CTRL and P	Displays the Print dialog box.
CTRL and R	Right Alignment.
CTRL and S	Displays the Save dialog box.
CTRL and U	Underline text
CTRL and V	Pastes the copied item or text from the Clipboard into the current position in the document.
CTRL and X	Cuts the item or text selected to the Clipboard.
CTRL and Y	Redo the last undone action.
CTRL and Z	Undoes the last action.
CTRL and ENTER	Insert Page Break.
CTRL and F2	Show Print preview.
CTRL and F4	Closes the active document window.
CTRL and F6	Opens the next document window.

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Keyboard Shortcut	Result in Microsoft Word
F1 key	Get help or use the Office assistant.
SHIFT and F1 Key	Context sensitive help.
F2 Key	Move text or image.
SHIFT and F2 Key	Copy Text.
F3 Key	Insert an autotext entry.
SHIFT and F3 Key	Change the case of the selected text.
F4 Key	Perform last action again.
SHIFT and F4 Key	Perform a Find or Go to action again.
F5 Key	Displays the Go to dialogue box, from here you can also Find and Replace.
SHIFT and F5 Key	Move to a previous revision.
F6 Key	Go to the next frame or pane.
SHIFT and F6 Key	Go to the previous frame or pane.
F7 Key	Launch the Spell checker.
SHIFT and F7 Key	Launch the Thesaurus.
F8 Key	Extend the current selection.
SHIFT and F8 Key	Shrink the current selection.
F9 Key	Update the selected fields.
SHIFT and F9 Key	Switch between a field code and its result.
F10 Key	Activate the menu bar.
SHIFT and F10 Key	Display a Shortcut Menu. Same as right clicking.
F11 Key	Go to the next field.
SHIFT and F11 Key	Go to the previous field.
F12 Key	Save file As, equivalent to tools menu.
SHIFT and F12 Key	Save document, equivalent to tools menu.

Tips on buying your mobile

An increasing number of people of all ages own mobile phones, enjoying the convenience, freedom and re-assurance they provide.

There is a range of different handsets and contracts available, providing mobile communication solutions to suit consumers

1. What's your budget? Before you do anything else, think about why you want a mobile phone and determine your budget. There are numerous types of call plan, to suit various budgets and needs. There are also services available to help you keep track of what you spend consider whether this would help you and check out what options are available.
2. What are your usage patterns? How often will you be using the phone, at what time of day and what will be your average call length? Will you be using the phone mostly for voice calls, or to SMS friends? Your usage patterns may help determine what type of plan is best for you and your budget.
3. What types of plan are available? There are four basic types of service agreement: fixed-term contracts, monthly plans, pre-paid or leasing. Pre-paid is ideal if you want to ensure you stay within a specified budget - perfect for teenagers. Getting a pre-paid first is also a good way of finding out what your usage is and helping you decide what type of plan might best suit you. Monthly plans allow you the flexibility of receiving monthly bills without signing a long-term contract. Business users may prefer the convenience of fixed-term, while leasing may suit you if you only need a phone and handset for a short time. New capped' plans (available post or pre-paid, depending on mobile carrier) also offer convenience and value and may suit many users.
4. What are the call rates within each plan? Call rates vary from plan-to-plan. It's important to assess both the rates and the call charge calculation methods when assessing your options. Issues to consider include: How are call charges calculated? On some plans you will be billed per second, on others, per block of time used (usually per 30 or 60 seconds), or, on the newer capped' deals (post and pre-paid), call caps' apply to many services, providing value and certainty; Is there a flag fall (an amount paid for each connection, in addition to call costs)? Are there any special offers (eg cheaper calls off-peak, or to friends on the same network, or for SMS)?
5. What features do you need in a handset? A basic handset will allow you to make calls and send and receive SMS. You'll need a more sophisticated one if you want to use the phone abroad, use MMS, voice recording, make video calls, download video or access the internet. Other features to consider are battery capacity (some handsets run longer between charges than others), ease of use, and your coverage requirements (see coverage'). Consider what you really need or you'll be paying for features you never use. If you already have a handset, are you eligible for other plans?
6. How much flexibility do you need? Consider your need for flexibility - and your budget - before you buy a handset or take out a plan. Are you likely to want the flexibility to upgrade your handset when a new one becomes available? Might you want to change to a different plan in six months? There are many different options for paying for handsets (e.g. up-front, flexi-rent deals, as part of your service agreement), and different plans (whether pre-paid or post-paid) have different terms and conditions for example some include penalties for changing networks, or plans, for example. Read the small print and check you can meet all the minimum conditions of the contract before signing anything.
7. What coverage do you require? Where will you be using the phone only in metropolitan areas, or in the country? The two dominant types of mobile network are GSM and CDMA. Check with the carriers where they have coverage to ensure they can provide the service where you need it before signing up. Your coverage requirements may also affect your handset choice (there are CDMA and GSM handsets).
8. Evaluate the options. Once you've worked out what you need/want, do your homework; shop around and compare what is available, and what will best suit your likely usage and budget.

USB 2.0 - Hi-Speed USB - FAQ

What is USB 2.0?
USB 2.0 is a complete overhaul to the Universal Serial Bus input/output bus protocol which allows much higher speeds than the older USB 1.1 standard did.

USB 1.1 allowed a maximum transfer rate of 12Mbits/second. That rate is now called 'USB.' Though some manufacturers label their products Full-Speed USB. Note that this seems a bit deceptive. Its easy to mistake Full-Speed for Hi-Speed.

As an aside, USB mice and keyboards need only 1.5Mbits/s to function. That performance level is also named 'USB' by the USB Promoter Group.

To sum it up, USB 2.0 specification incorporates three speeds: Hi-Speed, Full-Speed and Low-Speed. You as a consumer don't need to figure out all the jargons. Just keep in mind that only 'Hi-Speed USB' and 'USB' host and devices exist.

How do I know if my PC has USB 2.0?
You can identify whether your PC has Hi-Speed or not relatively easy. Open Device Manager and expand the Universal Serial Bus section. There should be an "Enhanced" USB host controller present.

Windows 98 systems may use a different name, because Hi-Speed USB drivers in these operating systems are not provided directly from Microsoft (Windows ME, 2000 and XP get their drivers through Windows Update).

These drivers are provided by the manufacturer, and may carry the maker's name (i.e. ADS, Belkin, IOGear, Siig, etc.). There should also be two standard version USB host controllers present as well. They are embedded in the USB chip which routes the differing USB speeds accordingly without user intervention.

There are currently 6 manufacturers of the Hi-Speed USB host silicon themselves:

• ALi (Acer Labs)

• Intel

• NEC

• SiS

• VIA

• nVidia (shows as "Standard" controller

Any other brand name that appears in Device Manager would likely be an add-in Hi-Speed USB PCI card. The makers above do not make add-in cards, but they do make the chips that are used in them.

How do troubleshoot "unknown device" error listed in Device Manager?

• The USB device or the USB adapter requires its own power source. If your USB device or adapter came with an AC power "brick", try connecting it.

• Here's a likely one - the front USB ports on your PC case may be misconnected. I've seen them that way from the factory. It's a good idea to check the connections against specifications. The standard order of connection is Red, White, Green, and Black. No more than 4 wires per USB bank are needed.

• Defective device. Do not assume that all PC components work correctly out of the box. I've seen many new USB devices that do not work. If you can, try the device on another PC.

• All drivers are not installed. Some devices will require installing the driver package before plugging in the device. Some devices will also require basic USB files from the Windows CD before the unit will function. The general rule is to always follow installation directions precisely and to have the Windows CD ready.

How fast is USB 2.0?
USB 2.0 has a raw data rate at 480Mbps, and it is rated 40 times faster than its predecessor interface, USB 1.1, which tops at 12Mbps. Originally, USB 2.0 was intended to go only as fast as 240Mbps.

How will consumers benefit from USB 2.0?
With speed 40 times more than that of USB 1.1, USB 2.0 broaden the range of external peripherals that can be used on a computer. Even with multiple high-speed peripherals connected to a USB 2.0 bus, the system will less likely to hit the bandwidth bottleneck. The new specification also inherits the current USB's Plug and Play and hot-swapping capability as well as providing backward compatibility for USB 1.1 hardware, allowing existing user base to upgrade seamlessly.

Do USB 2.0 & USB 1.1 hardware work interchangeably?
You may have heard that USB 2.0 is "backward-compatible" with USB 1.0/1.1 (Full-Speed USB). While that's true, USB 1.1 is also forward-compatible with USB 2.0. Whenever a system has USB 2.0 ports, you'll find the "Enhanced" USB controller in Device Manager, but you will also find two other USB controllers. These two to maintain backward compatibility to USB 1.1 devices. Each USB 2.0 host actually has 3 chips onboard. The USB controller routes signals to the correct controller chip depending on how a device is recognized. Where a device is physically plugged in has no bearing on how it is routed. All ports on a USB 2.0 motherboard can host any USB devices at all as long as the system and devices are healthy.

The vast majority of USB 2.0 devices will work on older PCs and Macs. None should flat-out fail unless there are other issues with the system. Hi-Speed USB devices will revert to Full-Speed operation when connected this way. Understand that Hi-Speed is at least ten times faster than Full-Speed in actual operation, so the speed difference is quite noticeable - unless you have never experienced Hi-Speed, of course.

When it comes to USB hub compatibility between USB 2.0 and USB 1.1, here some facts:

• A powered hub is always preferable to unpowered.

• USB hub ports are not as capable or flexible as real PC ports so it's best not to expect the world of them.

• USB 1.1 (obsolete) hubs will work fine on USB 2.0 ports, but they cannot utilize USB 2.0 capabilities. They will default to slower speeds.

• Hi-Speed and Full/Low-Speed USB devices can coexist nicely on USB 2.0 hubs. Connecting such a hub to a USB 2.0 port is recommended.

• USB 2.0 hubs can be used on older USB 1.1 computers.

• Although it is said that you can "cascade" up to 4 hubs, problems may start to arise after two hubs, it's best to minimize hub usage if possible.

• Many USB devices don't work well on hubs. Cameras, scanners and especially USB drives are known to have problems with hub connectivity.

• Remember that "active USB extensions" are really just one-port hubs.

Will USB 2.0 replace USB 1.1?
Not entirely, because many products such as generic keyboards, mice, joysticks and audio speakers do not require the faster speed of the new USB 2.0 technologies. Only bandwidth-hungry devices, such as web cams and high-capacity storage systems, will need all the speed. However, next-generation systems will come with USB 2 ports rather than USB 1.1.

How do I distinguish between a USB 2.0 and a USB 1.1 devices? New logos designed by the USB Promoter Group allow consumers to easily identify the new USB 2.0 products. The new colorful logo for USB 2.0 is labeled USB Hi-Speed, and the new logo for USB 1.1 is labeled with USB Basic Speed. However, most people won't miss it as manufacturers often label USB 2.0 READY Or 40 times faster than USB 1.1, on the boxes.

Will USB 1.1 devices run any faster on a USB 2.0 bus?
No. However, the new USB 2.0 archiclecture allows more high-speed USB 1.1 devices, such as web cams, audio devices, to share the bandwidth. Developers need to follow USB 2.0 spec in order to design higher speed peripherals that can take advantage of the extra bandwidth. USB 1.1 devices still operate at 12Mbps at full-speed and 1.5Mbps at low-speed on a USB 2.0 bus. Even though USB 1.1 devices won't run any faster, they can work alongside of USB 2.0 devices on the same bus.

What are USB Hi-Speed and USB Basic Speed logos?
These logos are part of USB Promoter Group's branding program that ensures the quality of USB products. The USB 2.0 certified products would display a blue, white and red logo, bearing the words Certified and Hi-Speed. The classic USB 1.1 certified products would display a black and white logo with the words USB and Certified.

Under a license from USB-IF, products must pass the compliance tests before manufacturers can use one of the two trademarked logos. The Promoter Group will take legal actions on manufacturers that label either logo on their products, which have not passed the tests.

What happen if a USB 2.0 devices are plugged into a USB 1.1 systems?
The entire bus under the USB 1.1 root hub will slow to 12Mbps. The operating system will probably notify the user about the sub-optimal configuration and recommend for a better course of action.

If several USB 1.1 hubs are connected to a USB 2.0 bus, then each of the USB 1.1 hubs will get a full 12Mbps bandwidth.

What is the max? Length of a USB 2.0 cable?
5m. however, if you cascade 5 hubs with 5m USB cables, this will allow you to connect a device 30m away.

What do I need to use a USB 2.0 device?
The requirement is similar to that of USB 1.1, but all components will have to be USB 2.0 compliant. A successful USB 2.0 connection requires a USB 2.0 host controller card, a USB 2.0 driver and a USB 2.0 peripheral.

How much will it cost to upgrade to USB 2.0?
Around $80 to $150. Currently, Orange Micro., Adaptec and IO Gear are shipping USB 2.0 PCI cards, some of which even have FireWire ports. Interestingly, almost all USB 2.0 PCI cards include an internal port, which is probably for connecting internal USB 2.0 IDE enclosure or USB 2.0 front panel.

Will USB 2.0 arrive on mobile computers?
Yes, but not in integrated solution on laptops. You will need a USB 2.0 Card Bus card. Orange Micro. is shipping USB 2.0 compliant 4-port Card Bus card. Eventually, notebook vendors will adapt to USB 2.0 technology, and we will see USB 2.0 ports on laptops. This transition won't happen until 2002 at the earliest.

Which operating systems support USB 2.0?
Microsoft has released the official USB 2.0 driver for Windows XP and Windows 2000. The version is 5.1.2600. The software is available on-line at Windows Update website. (If you don't have a USB 2.0 card installed in your system, Windows Update won't list the USB 2.0 driver as an update.)

The software company is still considering USB 2.0 support for Windows ME, but it already has decided not to bring USB 2.0 to Windows 98 and Windows 98 SE. If you have Windows 98, you will have to rely on 3rd party USB 2.0 support from USB card manufacturer.

Do USB 1.1 cables work with USB 2.0 devices?
Ideally, yes. USB 2.0 architecture uses the same cables and connectors as USB 1.1 compliant products. Unfortunately, only 3 out of 11 cables on the market are certified as USB 1.1 compliant. You may run into the cables that cause problems connecting high-speed peripherals. To avoid negative user experience, most vendors include USB 2.0 compliant cables with their USB 2 PCI cards and peripherals.

What is DSL?

DSL stand for Digital Subscriber Line. DSL provides high speed on already exiting telephone lines and same time you can use internet and as well as your line for phone. In DSL, both ends of connections require the network cards and DSL modems for data communication.

Your DSL connection to the Internet will always on, there is not need to dial your ISP each time to use internet. DSL is much easier to install and provides much faster data transfer rate. Its data transmission speed start from 128 Kbps up to 10 Mbps. DSL connections are more useful in applications like videoconferencing, to run online movies and upload and download heavy files. There are different flavors of DSL like ADSL, R-ADSL, HDSL, SDSL, and VDSL.

The ADSL and HDSL are very common in use, the former being more popular for home usage.

Color Rings - Bluetooth-rings

Bluetooth-headset were fairly widespread, and on new types of devices they think are not only producers, but the designers.

Quite unusual decision was embodied in the concept Color Rings, which is quite unusual accessory. Since recent studies have shown that conventional Bluetooth-headset is not very pleased with consumers, the designers decided to radically change the approach to the issue. Concept Color Rings - these are two rings, which can be on hand, as the most common ring. At the same time, they can serve as the Bluetooth-headset. In one of the rings built-in microphone, and the other speaker. To prevent any confusion, it is enough to remember their colors. It is difficult to say whether such a concept is embodied in life, but technically it is almost possible.

Genius webcam capable of capturing video in total darkness

Genius introduced its first web-camera capable of shooting video in total darkness. Built-in infrared sensors in the model of e-Face 1325R allows the camera to see a subject is even under conditions of minimal illumination. But if you sleep at night only by the light of day, e-Face 1325R also would be useless - the gadget is equipped with a 1.3 megapixel, built-in microphone, supports manual focus, JPEG and WMV.

So that you can freely positioned in front of a computer and does not depend on the webcam, e-Face 1325R can twist-twirl up and down within 100 º.