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Display Connection Configuration: ipconfig /all Display DNS Cache Info Configuration: ipconfig /displaydns Clear DNS Cache: ipconfig /flushdns Release All IP Address Connections: ipconfig /release Renew All IP Address Connections: ipconfig /renew Re-Register the DNS connections: ipconfig /registerdns Change/Modify DHCP Class ID: ipconfig /setclassid Network Connections: control netconnections Network Setup Wizard: netsetup.cpl Test Connectivity: ping www.ossmall.info Trace IP address Route: tracert Displays the TCP/IP protocol sessions: netstat Display Local Route: route Display Resolved MAC Addresses: arp Display Name of Computer Currently on: hostname Display DHCP Class Information: ipconfig /showclassid Read more..

CHANGE/RESET PASSWORD FOR ANY USERNAME Reboot the computer Right after the bios is finished, hit F8 (or F2,10,12) Select 'Safe mode' or 'Safe mode with networking support' Windows will boot up to the logon screen. Click administrator, 9/10 there is no password. Do, Start->Run->type 'command' At the prompt, type 'net user' which will display a list of usernames. Find the one ... Read more..

The bootcfg command is a Microsoft Windows XP Recovery Console command that manipulates the Boot.ini file. This command has a function that can scan your hard disks for Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, Microsoft Windows 2000, and Windows XP installations, and then add them to an existing Boot.ini file. The function can also rebuild a new Boot.ini file if one does not exist. With the bootcfg command, additional Boot.ini file parameters can be added to existing or new entries. To use the ... Read more..

When you start your computer after you upgrade to Microsoft Windows XP, you may receive one or both of the following error messages: Invalid Boot.ini Windows could not start because the following file is missing or corrupt: Windows\System32\Hal.dll CAUSE loadTOCNode(1, \'cause\'); This issue may occur if the Boot.ini file is missing, damaged, or contains incorrect entries. RESOLUTION loadTOCNode(1, \'resolution\'); To resolve this issue, start the computer from the Windows XP CD, start the Recovery Console, and then use the Bootcfg.exe tool to rebuild ... Read more..

Windows allocates resources according to its settings and manages devices accordingly. You can use the System tool in Control Panel to change performance options that control how programs use memory, including paging file size, or environment variables that tell your computer where to find some types of information. Manual steps to set performance options in Windows XP loadTOCNode(2, \'moreinformation\'); How to manually manage processor time loadTOCNode(3, \'moreinformation\'); Windows manages system processing. ... Read more..

In Windows, when you use Event Viewer to view an event log that contains Microsoft Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) addresses, the IPv6 addresses do not display correctly in the descriptions of events. For example, an element of the event log payload replaces the scope ID part of the IPv6 address. In some cases, the multiple replacements are repeated several times in the IPv6 address. CAUSE loadTOCNode(1, \'cause\'); This problem occurs when the IPv6 address contains a scope ID. A scope ... Read more..

You may experience a situation in which songs will play normally, but all video files play without audio. This will affect video files purchased from the iTunes Store as well as other movies you've added to iTunes. Products affected iTunes for Windows To resolve this issue, it will be necessary to uninstall QuickTime (installed with iTunes), download the QuickTime standalone installer, and reinstall QuickTime. Follow the steps below to do this: Microsoft Windows Vista On the Start menu, click Control ... Read more..

SUMMARY loadTOCNode(1, \'summary\'); You can use the Regsvr32 tool (Regsvr32.exe) to register and unregister OLE controls such as DLL or ActiveX Controls (OCX) files that are self-registerable. This may be necessary to troubleshoot some issues with Windows, Microsoft Internet Explorer, or other programs. MORE INFORMATION loadTOCNode(1, \'moreinformation\'); Regsvr32.exe is included with Microsoft Internet Explorer 3.0 or later versions, Windows 95 OEM Service Release 2 (OSR2) or later versions, and Windows NT 4.0 Service Pack 5 (SP5) or later versions. Regsvr32.exe is ... Read more..

Microsoft PowerToys for Windows XP: Windows XP Powertoy TweakUI 2 PowerToy gives you access ... Read more..

Get the most from a single charge Ever run out of battery power in the middle of a meeting? Has the urgent beep of your mobile PC's battery alarm made you the center of attention during an executive presentation? Even with recent advancements in battery cell technology and in software that makes efficient use of power, you can do only so much work on a single charge. The trick is to get the most out of the power that's available. Chances are, ... Read more..

You must be logged on as an administrator to perform these steps. You might want to restore the driver for a device to a previous version if you encounter problems with your computer or device after upgrading the driver.     1. Open Device Manager by clicking the Start button clicking Control Panel, clicking System and Maintenance, and then clicking Device Manager.‌ If you are prompted for ... Read more..

Managing services A service is an application type that runs in the background and is similar to a UNIX daemon application. Services typically provide access to key features such as file servers, Web servers, database servers, and other server-based applications to users, both locally and across the network. Some of the most common tasks associated with managing services are starting and stopping a service if(typeof(IsPrinterFriendly) != "undefined") { var l = "#one"; var nl; var c = l.charAt(0); var o = document.getElementById("EK"); ... Read more..

Here are just a few commands and the most used , with a small description: Start > Run > cmd and the Command Prompt window will apear cmd.exe (Windows 2000 and XP), command.com (98 and Me): These commands (you don't need to enter the period and extension) open the window where you enter the other commands discussed here. Using either one with the /c switch, you can create a shortcut that opens a command window, executes a command, and then closes the window. ... Read more..

Rename My Computer on Desktop   This tweak allows you to have a personalized name instead of the generic My Computer.   [Start] [Run] [Regedit] Registry Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\ {20D04FE0-3AEA-1069-A2D8-08002B30309D} Data Type: REG_EXPAND_SZ [Expandable String Value] // Value Name: LocalizedString Rename the value [LocalizedString] to [LocalizedString.old] Modify/Create the Value Name [LocalizedString] according to the Value Data listed below. Create a REG_EXPAND_SZ [Expandable String Value] and name it [LocalizedString] Value Data for [LocalizedString]: [%USERNAME% on %COMPUTERNAME%] Exit Registry and Reboot ... Read more..

Remove the popup window that tells you when new software has been installed. Click [Start] - Right click where your name is shown at the top of the Start Menu and click [Properties] On the Taskbar and Start Menu Property Sheet select the [Start Menu] tab at the top, then next to [Start Menu] at the bottom of the sheet click [Customize] On the Customize Start Menu Property Sheet, select the [Advanced] tab and remove the checkmark next ... Read more..

Before you allow your child to go online without your supervision, make sure you establish a set of rules that you can all agree on. If you're not sure where to start, here are some ideas on what to discuss with your kids to teach them about using the Internet more safely. 1. Encourage your kids to share their Internet experiences with you. Enjoy the Internet along with your children. 2. Teach your kids to trust their instincts. If they feel nervous about ... Read more..

Downloading files can include installing programs from a CD, opening pictures or links to Web sites from e-mail, copying Word documents and Excel spreadsheets from the company network, upgrading software acquired from the Web, or transferring music files from a computer half a world away. Files you download could be just what you expect, but they might also be a vehicle for malevolent intent. Malicious software (also called malware) is software that can harm you or your computer; it can include ... Read more..

Follow these guidelines to help protect yourself from phishing scams sent through e-mail. 1. If you think you've received a phishing e-mail message, do not respond to it. 2. Report suspicious e-mail. Report the e-mail to the faked or "spoofed" organization. Contact the organization directly-not through the e-mail you received-and ask for confirmation. Or call the organization's toll-free number and speak to a customer service representative. Report the e-mail to the proper authorities, including the FBI, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), and the Anti-Phishing ... Read more..

Communicating by using an instant messaging (IM) program has some of the same security and privacy risks as e-mail, but there are a few unique dangers that you should be aware of. 1. Be careful when creating a screen name. Each IM program asks you to create a screen name, which is similar to an e-mail address. Your screen name should not provide or allude to personal information. For example, use a nickname such as SoccerFan ... Read more..

Using an instant messaging (IM) program—such as Windows Live Messenger (formerly MSN Messenger), Windows Messenger, AOL Instant Messenger, Yahoo Messenger, or others—you and a friend can type messages to each other and see the messages almost immediately. Because IM is so popular, virus writers can use it to spread malicious programs. Understanding instant message viruses Like e-mail viruses, instant message viruses are malicious programs that are designed to travel through IM. These viruses are spread, in most cases, when a person opens an infected ... Read more..