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How can you encrypt files on a Windows XP system?
Windows XP EncryptionMicrosoft Windows XP Pro has built-in encryption as part of the file system (EFS). More info can be found here on how to encrypt files:http://www.iopus.com/guides/efs.htmThe important part is to backup the encryption key to a floppy disk ...
What are some common processes in Windows Operating System?
FILENAME: Explorer.exe.PROGRAM NAME: Windows Explorer.DESCRIPTION: Microsoft’s Windows shell.FILENAME: Iexplore.exe.PROGRAM NAME: Microsoft Internet Explorer.DESCRIPTION: Microsoft’s Web browser.FILENAME: Lsass.exe.PROGRAM NAME: Local Security Authentication S...
What is a simple easy software for implementing SSH on a Windows machine?
OpenSSH is a simple, free solution for Windows machines to implement SSH. OpenSSH can be downloaded at:http://sshwindows.sourceforge.net/download/OpenSSH, once set up uses NTFS permission security settings and can be used for domain and local accounts.Once in...
I have Windows XP, how can I restore my computer to a previous configuration?
You can use a feature called �System Restore� to restore your Windows XP PC to a previous working configuration.Click Start → Programs → Accessories → System Tools → System Restore.Remember that the Windows XP default desktop view and Start menu are diffe...
How to disable CD-ROM auto-run in Windows XP
Run the Registry Editor (regedit.exe) Go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\Cdrom Change the value of the key AutoRun to 0.(Source: http://www.annoyances.org/exec/show/article03-018)A less invasive method for disks without autrun.inf (suc...
"decompressor are needed to see this picture"
The “… decompressor are needed to see this picture” problem often comes up for us when Mac created PowerPoint files are brought onto our PC based presentation setup.A “quick and dirty” solution if you find yourself in this situation is to get the presentation ...
Notepad replacements
If Notepad (that comes with Windows) is not a good enough text editor for you, you can try the following: Programmer’s Notepad (freeware) UltraEdit (shareware) Notepad++ (freeware) Notepad2 (freeware)
What do I do if I get an "Unmountable Boot Volume" Error during windows startup?
Cause:1. This issue can be caused by a corrupt boot.ini file.2. This issue can also be caused by a bad hard disk driveAnswer:Corrupt boot.ini file1. To resolve this issue you will need to boot into the recovery console.Windows XP users choose To repair a Windo...
How to create dual boot Mac OS X and Windows XP on the Mac Book Pro using boot camp
For general information and requirement:http://www.apple.com/macosx/bootcamp/For boot camp installation & setup guide (PDF file):http://images.apple.com/macosx/bootcamp/pdf/Boot_Camp_Beta_Setup_Guide.pdfIMPORTANT NOTE: Don’t turn on the “Auto Update” durin...
How do I open an EPS file using GIMP in Windows?
The following works for Gimp 2.2.10, Ghostscript 8.54, and Windows XP: Install Gimp and Ghostscript (hopefully that is pretty straightforward) Gimp will give an error message if you try to open an EPS file Fix this problem by setting this environment variable:...
Automatically skip "Compress Old Files" when doing Disk Cleanup in 2000 or XP
When running ‘Disk Cleanup’ on a Windows 2000 or XP workstations, you may have notice that it pauses for a long time when checking for files to be compressed. One of things you can to do to save time is to edit the registry file to automatically bypass this s...
How do I manage Windows user accounts?
Windows gives you two different ways to manage users on a machine. For either of these methods to work, you must be logged on as an administrator.The simple wayIf you go into the User Accounts section of the Control Panel, you’ll see a list of users. You can c...
How do I obtain Microsoft software at UCLA?
To obtain Microsoft software at UCLA, please read thoroughly the information at https://softwarecentral.ucla.edu/microsoft There are two programs in use at UCLA with two vendors; the ASUCLA Computer Store and SHI.
Windows Explorer Startup Options
A number of times the following shortcut has proven helpful to force Windows Explorer to open a specific folder and do so in “Explorer” mode (so you can see the folders on the left without having to hit the Folders button every time).1. create a new shortcut t...
Making Windows Run Faster
There are so many things that can slow a PC — excessive software, insufficient resources (hard drive, RAM, etc), bad drivers, rogue programs (viruses, spyware, etc), or just the cumulative bloat that Windows acquires over time. I hope that this becomes a good ...
What are the options for running Windows and OS X on an Intel Mac?
As of now there are two truly viable options for running Windows XP on the new Intel Mac computers. The first is to dual boot via Boot Camp offered by Apple, the second is a third party virtualization progam called Parallels Desktop.This developer brief explo...
Recover from a Corrupted Windows Registry
When a Windows XP sp2 system cannot boot, but system restore had been enabled (as is now by default), How to recover from a corrupted registry that prevents Windows XP from starting.The procedure describes a method by booting from the Windows XP CD-ROM. Under...
Where can I find information regarding new/updated drivers required to run Vista?
If you’re intending to install Vista on your computers, the process will likely require the installation of new/updated drivers. RadarSync offers a free, easy to browse clearinghouse for Vista drivers at www.radarsync.com/vista/ .