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How to Redirect Computers to a New OU
OU stands for Organization Unit in an Active Directory (AD) domain in Windows Server 2003. As an administrator, when you create a new user or a computer account in AD, by default, the accounts are created in CN=Users and CN=Computers containers. You can however, redirect the new computers to a diffe
How to Remove Winfix 453
The Winfix infections (including Winfix 453) are a variety of malware that can harm your computer. These infections can lead to you seeing pop up advertisements while opening different Web pages. Winfix can also lead to "fake alerts"--pop-ups informing you that your computer is badly infected by sev
How to Stop a C000021 Fatal System Error
When you see a C000021 fatal system error on your PC computer, it is likely because you have recently installed hardware or software that is incompatible with your computer. In order to remove this fatal error from the Windows operating system, the best solution is to go back to the last known worki
How to Replace the File Recovery on Windows XP
Windows XP contains a number of file recovery tools within the operating system, such as the System Restore utility. Recovering these tools can be necessary where major system problems have rendered their operating files corrupt or ineffective. This can be done by repairing the Windows XP operating
How to Make an AVCHD Disc
Whether you transferred your AVCHD formatted videos from a digital camera or HD camcorder, you can create a personalized DVD by using DVD burning software. Depending on your PC, however, your computer may not come pre-installed with burning software that is compatible with the high-definition video
How to Manually Start Windows Explorer
Windows Explorer is the backbone of the Windows operating system. On occasion Windows Explorer may become unresponsive to user commands, and if other programs seem to be working fine, it might be time to restart Windows Explorer. Restarting your computer works, but will cause you to lose any data yo
How to Fax a Document From Windows 7
Windows 7 comes with Fax and Scan, a utility that allows you to fax documents to any recipient who has a fax number. This saves you the time and money needed to go to a local fax store. Sending a fax is sometimes necessary, especially if you want to pass on important information that must reach your
How to Increase the Hard Disk Size of a Virtual PC
Microsoft's Virtual PC emulator uses Virtual Hard Disk (VHD) files to store the contents of the virtual machine's hard disk. VHD files are by default "dynamic," meaning that they expand or contract automatically according to how much space the user appears to actually need. If your VHD files aren't
Windows XP Step-by-Step Startup
For years, Microsoft has been the undisputed champion of PC computer software. It specializes in programs for word processing all the way to business security. Microsoft is best known for its Windows operating system. Windows typically comes installed on new computers, but if the system has been mad
How to Double the Size of a Taskbar
The Microsoft Windows taskbar is something that all computer users employ on a daily basis. It is the long, thin bar that runs along the bottom of your computer screen (or one of the sides if you've changed its location). If you want to double the current size of your Windows taskbar, you can do so
Windows Parental Controls and Family Safety for GTA
If you want to set some controls for the use of Grand Theft Auto games, you can use the "Parental Controls" utility provided in Windows Vista and 7. Earlier versions of Windows do not have this utility.
How to Fix the Windows User Profile
Fixing a corrupted user profile requires at least two steps; create a new user profile, then copy the files from the corrupt old user folder to the new user. But there are a few other steps that you may want to add as well. Whenever you are repairing any file it is a good idea to back up your syst
How to Connect a Windows 98 Laptop to Modem
Most Windows 98-based computer systems do not have an actual Ethernet cable connection. This cable (also known as a cat5) sends a high-speed Internet connection into the computer, but because the computer does not have this connection, you must input a dial-up cable into the Windows 98 laptop comput
Windows XP USB Problems
The Universal Serial Bus, or USB interface, is ubiquitous among today's computers. USB connections are utilized for everything from external hard drives, to printers, to communication devices. The USB interface is also complex, however, and it is prone to a number of problems in Windows XP. There ar
Pro Pipe Baffle Installation
The Vance & Hines Pro Pipe Hi-Output exhaust is a two-into-one exhaust system that can be installed on various cruiser-style motorcycles. The exhaust, comparable to Thunderheader, SuperTrapp and other performance exhausts, uses one megaphone-shaped exhaust pipe with two header pipes to equalize pres
How to Log In to Windows With a Master Password
If you want to log in to your computer using a master password, you can do so by assigning a password to the administrator account on your computer. By default, no password is assigned to this main account. One can be added at any time using the Control Panel, and you will be prompted to enter that
How to Hide a Security in Quicken
If you use Quicken 2011 to manage your investments, your securities display on the Security List window. This list enables you to edit security details and create reports that document all transactions related to a specific security. The Security List includes the securities you currently own, have
How to Temporarily Sync Files With Disk Cleanup
The Disk Cleanup utility on your Windows operating system acts to temporarily hook and sync files on your hard drive which can be safely removed, offering you the opportunity to clean up space on your system volume while improving the access speed of your drive. This procedure typically takes no lon
How to Rename a Root Drive
There are two parts to a root drive name; one is the assigned letter of the drive and the other is a default name, usually labeled "Local Disk." Changing the default name can be easily done through your computer's properties window. The drive's letter can be changed through the Windows Registry Edit
How to Clean Computer Registry at Home
The registry included as part of Windows on your PC is essentially what controls Windows via something called "keys." The registry tells Windows where to locate files when icons are clicked and manages settings. At times, your registry can need "cleaning" as uninstalled programs can leave registry