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4 Attachment(s) Sticky Thread Dual Boot Vista and XP with Vista already installed
William_Wilson

how to install XP after Vista and then correct the bootloader.
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1,787,666 04-16-2013 05:34 PM by omaster Go to last post
 
Sticky Thread Clean Install of Windows Without Loss of Data
William_Wilson

Save all your data while formatting and making a clean installation of Windows.
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97,243 06-16-2007 10:44 AM by Bobby_b Go to last post
 
XP: Registry hacks for the start menu (including scripts)
William_Wilson.

An updated list of about 3X the hacks of my original post, including removal of constant start menu items, general mods and path protection of the items you wish to leave intact.
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17,439 03-08-2006 10:11 PM by William_Wilson Go to last post
 
Windows XP Tips and Tricks
By Sami

Though Windows XP is overall a really good operating system, few people use it for anything beyond a container for their other programs.
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23,451 05-24-2007 07:00 PM by Unregistered Go to last post
 
Windows Vista: User Account Control

The User Account Control feature from Windows Vista limits user privileges. The UAC works through the following: • All users (even the Administrator) who log into the system will be... Read more
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4,284 04-12-2009 10:26 AM by benjamingreggsmith Go to last post
 
Windows Vista: Tips and Tricks on Explorer.exe

The following are lists of tips and tricks inside Windows Vista Explorer.exe: 1. If you cannot find the Show Hidden Files options within the Folder Options, you may try this... Read more
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6,139 07-15-2009 08:30 AM by DanielGray Go to last post
 
Windows Vista: How to Manage User Accounts

This tutorial will help you manage your Windows Vista user accounts. Features such as password, avatar or account picture, account type, and account name can also be modified. You can also... Read more
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8,126 04-17-2009 09:13 AM by KarlM Go to last post
 
Windows Vista Upgrade Fix: Internet Explorer RSS Feed Updates

An old concern that was present in upgrades to Windows Vista systems has recurred with Windows 7, during its public beta release in early January of 2009. Microsoft has stated that... Read more
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5,863 05-06-2009 10:07 AM by KarlM Go to last post
 
Windows Vista Step-by-Step Guides for IT Professionals
Microsoft

These step-by-step guides provide instructions for deploying or migrating to Windows Vista.
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4,205 03-08-2006 08:20 PM by Sami Go to last post
 
View and Manage Event Logs in Windows XP

Interpret Event Logs in Event Viewer to determine and analyze a system problem
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8,899 07-04-2007 07:18 AM by louvince Go to last post
 
Top Ten New Features in Windows Vista
By Cedric Price

Windows Vista, scheduled for release on January 30th, 2007 has something for everyone, from tight security and stunning new graphics to some new bundled applications. In fact, there is much that this... Read more
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7,642 01-16-2007 04:43 PM by Sami Go to last post
 
Tips to break Windows 7 password

Setting a strong and uncommon password for one’s personal computer is usually a great method to guard computer system, but you tend to forget Windows 7 password. Then what to do if we are... Read more
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13,470 08-20-2012 11:00 PM by brusestudery Go to last post
 
Tips on How to Resolve NMI: Parity Check/ Memory Parity Error

These are possible techniques on how to resolve this particular behavior. Try these subsequent suggestions. Memory Check - Dislodge extra memory out of the motherboard; run only the... Read more
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73,440 02-22-2011 01:21 AM by rain4est Go to last post
 
Tips For Speeding Up Windows XP, Without Utilizing 'Defrag'
James Hurst

If you're still relying on 'Defrag' to improve system performance, you are behind the times. Defragmenting is the process of reorganizing all files on a hard drive so that each file is arranged into... Read more
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41,189 09-17-2013 05:45 AM by gtrout21 Go to last post
 
Things to like about Windows Vista

A summary of features that are most liked by users of Windows Vista.
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4,164 05-21-2007 10:17 AM by lady_doc77 Go to last post
 
Shared Windows Folders and File and Printer Sharing

The Microsoft Windows operating system permits the sharing of files and folders within networks. The OS also supports the File and Printer Sharing feature, which is quite useful for home... Read more
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4,983 07-20-2009 03:38 PM by KarlM Go to last post
 
Removing notifications by Windows Genuine Advantage

A failed validation test by your computer usually makes Windows Genuine Advantage notifications appear in your computer. The failure to pass the validation test may be due to a pirated version... Read more
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7,477 03-12-2009 03:25 AM by arawa Go to last post
 
Removing Ghost Programs

Have you tried double clicking on a certain program on the list, but were unable to launch it? Or maybe, you tried uninstalling it but it still persisted in the list. There are times that you... Read more
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5,144 06-01-2007 12:55 PM by nicetwice Go to last post
 
Remove WGA alerts
William_Wilson

Run out of installations for your XP? But you paid all that money for an OS, it should not annoy you about legitimacy issues, here's how to get rid of the pop-ups and reminders.
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9,419 10-17-2006 06:57 PM by William_Wilson Go to last post
 
Remove Dual Boot
William_Wilson

Removing the Dual Boot created by my XP installation without drives.
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11,749 10-17-2006 06:52 PM by William_Wilson Go to last post
 
Reduced functionality in Windows Vista

Windows Vista may have reduced functions if ever it is not activated within the given activation period which is usually 30 days.
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6,344 06-06-2007 07:52 PM by louvince Go to last post
 
Read-Only USB in Vista

In the world of corporate espionage, a large amount of time and money is being channeled into locking down computers to lessen the risk of losing confidential information in the hands of... Read more
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4,916 06-17-2007 12:08 PM by mark_pelingon Go to last post
 
Optimizing MS Windows XP for the JAWS Screenreader

This tutorial discusses the proper optimization strategies and the selection of options on MS Windows XP that will make the JAWS screenreader work better on the machine running on MS Windows XP and... Read more
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8,040 11-03-2007 03:19 PM by hetch hesger Go to last post
 
Migrating to Windows Vista

To be able to migrate from an earlier version of Windows to Windows Vista, you should have a computer with a supported version of Windows containing all applications, settings and data that will... Read more
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4,741 06-08-2007 08:31 AM by paula_cute Go to last post
 
Maximizing your 3D desktop in Vista

As soon as Microsoft launched its new operating system, the Windows Vista, a lot of people were excited to install it into their computers because of the good reviews on the new features that... Read more
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15,642 06-04-2007 10:17 AM by lady_doc77 Go to last post
 
Make your XP like a Vista

Why spend much on a upgrading into a Windows Vista when you are quite content with your Windows XP? Yes, maybe Vista has some stuff that is really so awesome that I just need to have them,... Read more
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4,332 05-24-2007 12:02 PM by lady_doc77 Go to last post
 
1 Attachment(s) Install Windows XP without floppy or cd drives

I will try to be as detailed as possible, including pictures as i go. (My laptop is a Dell Latitude CSx, but this will work for any make or model with the same issue) *Please be careful... Read more
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1,155,680 01-23-2009 02:09 AM by ChoboNiNjA37 Go to last post
 
How to use Windows XP Recovery Console
jL Acosta

This tutorial will help you install the Recovery Console and learn how to use it.
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28,182 08-16-2011 02:47 AM by MichelleChan Go to last post
 
How to use the Windows Memory Diagnostics Tool in Vista

The memory diagnostic tool of Windows Vista is used to test the physical memory of your computer. When the computer suddenly acts up, like self rebooting, crashing programs and freezing, then... Read more
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7,134 06-01-2007 11:11 AM by donnagonzales77 Go to last post
 
How to Update Hardware Drivers on Windows

Drivers are generally programs that let your attached hardware devices communicate with Windows. It is the language understood by which Windows understands what you hardwares need to do
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11,864 05-10-2007 04:30 AM by Hammurabi Go to last post
 
How to Set Program Access and Defaults in XP

Windows XP has several features that are unique to it and the ability to Set Program Access and Defaults, found in the window for Add/Remove Programs is one of them. This feature is used to... Read more
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10,839 05-28-2007 11:19 AM by deepeedeegee Go to last post
 
How to resolve errors in dual boot configuration

When Windows Vista no longer starts after installing an earlier version of a Windows operating system, what will you do?
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9,580 12-14-2009 02:56 PM by lunaticenjel Go to last post
 

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