If you managed to get a window off screen or at least have the top cut off, you’ve probably wondered how to close the off screen window. There are a few things you can do to close the window. Make the window in question the active window by clicking the window...
If you’ve ever ran Windows XP, you probably have run into the Windows XP update forever bug. This is when you see the update cycle for hours on end as pictured below. First things first, go to C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution and look at the last date and time of...
If you see the XP low disk space warning, do not fret. Simply clear your hard drive of unnecessary files. As far as I know, this pesky warning only shows up in Windows XP. If you see this in your notification area: Click it and you will see this warning: Do not fret,...
When you’re looking to disable language bar you configure it to not run on startup or you attempt to close the bar. The problem is the pesky thing always seems to come back. Try this: Click Start > Run Type: regsvr32.exe /u msutb.dll and hit enter If you ever...
The Windows XP backup utility gives a built in way of create an automatic backup plan. Just a few settings and you’re ready to roll. Without further ado, here’s how to use the Windows XP backup wizard should you choose to do so: 1. Click the Start button...
Whether you’re having issues upgrading Windows 8 to 8.1 or you need an easier way to upgrade multiple machines, you should do a clean install. However, it isn’t exactly clear on how to download a Windows 8.1 ISO to be able to do this, without doing the...
How to manually do a Windows winsock reset through the command prompt: Open the command prompt Type netsh winsock reset and hit ‘enter’ Type netsh int ip reset log.txt and hit ‘enter These commands reset TCP/IP and Windows Socket. What is a Winsock...
When you have difficulty connecting to a wireless network from a Windows laptop, try these Windows wireless troubleshooting tips. These tips should also work on a windows tablet. Make sure the physical switch (or key combination) is activated. Otherwise try: Disable...
I’m always hesitant to spend too much time on a computer when I’m engaging in Windows virus troubleshooting. The better practice is to wipe your hard drive and reload your OS if your machine exhibits symptoms of a virus. However, If you wish to tackle the...
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