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How to Install Hydra in Windows XP
The program "Hydra" allows you to perform more complicated searches than the natural search function in Windows XP. you can search specifically for one or more file types at once, for example. This program is free to download and install,and it works on Windows XP.
How to Dual Boot XP With OSX
Apple has included the ability to run Microsoft Windows XP alongside Apple's Leopard or Snow Leopard operating system on all Intel hardware. Apple named the software to accomplish this task Boot Camp. The utility also may be referred to as Boot Camp Assistant. It provides the capability to partition
How to Reset a Computer to an Earlier Date
Computers can be very intimidating. Different operating systems and a myriad of available software programs can confuse the most experienced computer user. Sometimes easy tasks like adjusting the volume or even changing the date on a computer seem impossible. Follow these simple steps to reset
How to Uninstall Visioneer OneTouch
If you are experiencing problems using your Visioneer OneTouch scanner it is possible that some of the files associated with the scanner have become corrupted. The easy fix for this issue is to completely remove the Visioneer OneTouch files from your computer. You can also remove the files if you ar
How to Get Rid of Tagged Photos
Tags, in the computer sense, are nothing more than keywords that define an object on the web. Tagged photos are photos that have been tagged with certain keywords that associate with them. Photos are tagged by implementing the "alt" tag within the "img" tag defining a photo within an html document.
How do I Download Linux & Boot it from a CD?
Linux distributions sometimes have the option of being run as LiveCDs. LiveCDs are bootable versions of the operating system that do not require installation to use. When a LiveCD is used, the operating system will load up as usual but will not make any permanent changes to the hard disks on the c
How to Check if Windows Is Stealing Your Bandwidth?
When you are trying to surf the Web, watch a streaming video or play an online game it can be frustrating when your connection slows down. This slowdown can be caused by a third party application but if you are certain that it is Windows causing the slowdown you can use the network monitor to check
How To Uninstall AOL on XP
AOL, also called America Online, is a prominent media and Internet company. It is most widely known for its Internet service program that offers many simple interfaced tools for browsing websites and socializing through instant messages or chat rooms. The company once provided service for 30 million
How to Uninstall Dead Programs
After months or even years of use on a single computer, you may accumulate programs you don't use anymore or programs that aren't functioning. It is a good idea to remove these programs. It will free up space on your hard drive for other, more up-to-date programs and increase the efficiency of your
Problems Installing MSN Live
The world of online communication has exploded in recent years and one of the top tools over the last decade has been the instant messenger. Many versions have become available including Yahoo Messenger, AIM and MSN Live. Installing programs provides enhanced features, such as video and...
Solutions for a Blue Screen
The blue screen, or "blue screen of death," occurs when a major failure occurs at the operating system or hardware level on your computer. Occasionally, simply rebooting your computer solves this problem and you never see it again. More often though, an ongoing issue causes a blue screen....
How Do I Get Remote Access to Another Computer Using Windows XP?
Gaining remote access to another computer using Windows XP requires the use of the Remote Desktop Connection program. Creating a remote connection to another computer will allow you to log in and control the computer like you would normally. The remote computer must be configured to allow remote ac
How to Repair Windows XP Without a Disc
Windows XP is an operating system that was developed and came preinstalled on computer systems sold since 2001. The operating system was also sold online and at retail stores as a upgrade or as a full version. Computers from various manufactures such as Dell and HP included a recovery disk that co
MS-DOS Functions
Microsoft’s MS-DOS is an operating system developed for the PC in 1980. Originally designed to run on 8088-architecture computers with less than 640KB of available RAM, the operating system went through many iterations over the years. Today, a modified version serves as the Command Line Prompt
How to Disable Registry Edit
The Registry Editor is a Windows-based tool that allows users to modify and view the system registry. Making changes to the Registry Editor can seriously affect the way your PC performs, so it is crucial to know what you are doing before changing it. You can disable this tool with a short manual pr
How to Fix the Blue Screen of Death in Vista
The Windows Vista Blue Screen of Death is an error screen that comes up when there is a critical failure of the Windows software. This screen may show up for several different reasons, all of which are fixable as long as you are keeping track of what is going on with your computer. If you receive th
How to Make Firefox Faster in Ubuntu
Mozilla's Firefox is the most popular web browser as of 2010. Developed with speed and aesthetic in mind, Firefox is compatible with Windows, Mac OS and Linux, including Ubuntu. Though Firefox is already a fast browser, you can still speed it up more in Ubuntu using a special, optimized build called
What Are Some Other Web Browsing Programs Besides Windows Explorer?
A variety of ways to acces the web are available.internet world image by patrimonio designs from Fotolia.comInternet Explorer is not the only game in town for web surfers. This comes as good news to web enthusiasts who, for one reason or another, feel they have an issue with using...
How To Format Windows XP on a HP Laptop
Growing up, have you ever been granted a do-over? In the computer world, the equivalent to a do-over is formatting your hard drive. When you format your drive, all of the data and settings are removed from your computer, and it is restored to the original state at which you purchased the computer. H
How to Change What Is Running in the Windows XP Taskbar
The taskbar in Windows XP is a strip along the bottom of your computer screen that displays icons for programs you use most often and those that are currently running on your computer. Windows XP allows you to configure your taskbar to change which running program icons you want to display. You can