Make Xp Like Vista

In this how to video, you will learn how to create invisible folders in Windows XP or Vista. First, create a new folder. Rename the folder and hold alt while pressing 0160. Now, you will be able to give this folder a blank name. Next, right click it and go to properties. Selec ...more

Made the upgrade from Windows XP to Vista, but you're having troulbe with some of your old programs? The Lab Rats, Andy Walker and Sean Carruthers, teach you some software troubleshooting tips for Windows Vista.

Looking for a way to speed up the boot time on your favorite programs in Windows? This video will show you a little tweak to make your most-used applications start up in no time. Basically, you just go to the "Shortcut" tab in the program's properties menu. Then add " /prefetc ...more

This is a how to video to prepare a bootable USB installer for windows 7/XP using wintoflash. Here are the steps to do. 1) Download WinTo Flash from wintoflash.com. The wintoflash come in a zip file. 2) Plug ion the pendrive into the USB port. 3) Extract the contents of win ...more

This video will show you how to cheat in solitaire in Windows XP or Vista. This cheat will give you three card scoring while you get one card at a time.

This video shows you how easy it is to use system restore on Windows XP and Vista to bring your computer back to life. System restore takes your computer back in time to a point before it had errors or problems. Go to the start menu, all programs, accessories folder, system to ...more

System Restore is a great and valuable feature in Windows XP and Vista. If you haven't taken advantage of System Restore yet, what in the heck are you waiting for?!? Using System Restore will allow you to make a backup of all your system files at a specified point in time. You ...more

Watch as iblogtutorials teaches you how to speed up your Windows XP and Vista shutdown times. To speed up your Windows shutdown time, do the following: Go to Start and select Run. Type in "regedit". Click the triangle next to "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE" and then click "SYSTEM" curren ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to speed up Widows XP and Vista using boot performance. Disabling programs in the background you don't need will really increase the speed of your computer. To turn the programs off, click "start", then "run", then "msconfig", and press "ok". A n ...more

In this video tutorial, Mike shows how to find a missing file in Windows XP and Vista with three different options. In the first option, open Windows Explorer or My Computer. Then open the recycle bin to check for your missing files. If you don't see your file there, close the ...more

In this how to video, you will learn how to set up Outlook 2007 in Windows 7, XP, or Vista. First, open the program. Click next and and check manual configuration. Select the top option in the next window. Now you must fill in your name, email address, and server information. ...more

The "Send To" shortcut in the right-click context menu in Windows is a great tool for efficiency. But, it's picks the programs and folders for you to choose from when you want to send a file somewhere. You can customize this "Send To" context menu to include whatever you want. ...more

In this clip, you'll learn how to boot a Microsoft Windows PC into Safe Mode with networking enabled. It's easy and, what's more, a valuable thing to know as it just might help you remove a virus from your machine somewhere down the line. For step-by-step instructions, watch t ...more

Interested in setting up Google's OpenDNS alternative, Google DNS, on a Windows PC? It's simple! So simple, in fact, that this home-computing how-to from the folks at Britec can present a complete overview of the process in just over four minutes. For more information, includi ...more

This clip will teach you everything you'll need to know. It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this home-computing how-to from the folks at Britec can present a complete overview of the process in just over two minutes. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instru ...more

Delete your old device drivers once and for all. It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this home-computing how-to from the folks at Britec can present a complete overview of the process in just over three minutes. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions ...more

Disk space is a valuable commodity on your PC, and if you're running low, it's time to sell some of that unneeded property! This video shows you the steps to freeing up space on the hard drive of your Windows XP or Vista computer. There are many areas in Windows from which you ...more

In this how-to video, you will learn how to create a invisible folders on your Windos XP or Windows Vista operating system. First, create a folder or find a folder that you want to be invisible. Select the folder and hold and type alt+0160. Release the alt key. Next, right cli ...more

This video shows how to install Ubuntu easy. We need to use wubi the windows Ubuntu installer. It runs just like any other program in windows and it will download the files and install Ubuntu for us. First go to Ubuntu. Then go to Get Ubuntu. Then click "download Ubuntu". Then ...more

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to zoom in like a Mac on a Windows computer. Users will be using the program, Q Zoom. Begin by downloading the program from the link provided in the video description. Once downloaded, double-click on the file and follow the instructio ...more

In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to increase your Windows performance by adjusting your virtual memory settings. This tweak applies to computers running Windows Vista or XP. If you are running a lot of applications, especially large resource hogs that eat huge amount o ...more

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to view hidden files and folders in a Microsoft Windows XP or Vista computer. Begin by clicking on the Start menu and select Control Panel. Double-click on Folder Options and click on the View tab of the Folder Options window. Under Hi ...more

This how-to video is about how to make PS3 controller work on the computer that have either Windows XP, or Vista or 7 as their operating system. Installation of PS3 controller is very for playing emulators with it, or online games like "duty four" or any PC games using PS3 co ...more

In your Windows XP or Vista computer the hard drive contains only a single partition by default. Partitioning hard drive helps to easily manage you data by segregating them into different drives. You can partition a single drive into multiple logical drives. You can also delet ...more

Learn how to downgrade and install Windows XP from Vista. You will need a Windows XP disc, a computer, and CD/DVD drive, backup of all files. Be sure to backup all the data before doing this Windows XP will not save your files. Insert your Windows Up disc. Then in the screenGo ...more

If you've got something on your Windows PC that you don't want to share with the world you're going to want to create a private, password protected folder. This simple video shows how to easily set it up. This works for Windows 7, Vista and XP. Get the locker.bat code you'll ...more

This video illustrates the quick and easy method to Dual boot Windows XP & Vista . The process is comprised of the following steps:Step 1: Install Windows XP OS on your PC. Run it and see if it works fine.Step 2: By using the Windows Vista OS setup , start the installation pro ...more

This video shows you how to dual boot Windows 7 and Windows Vista/XP. To do this, you will need to use Daemon Tools along with Windows 7 RC (links below). You will not need a blank disk or anything like that to do this. Just a few files and some partitioning. Downloads: Daemo ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to jailbreak an iPod Touch 2G on Windows Vista or XP. First, go to this website and install the folder http://www.sendspace.com/file/9e9e9w. Next, run the program in compatibility mode on your computer. Now, you will put your iPod into DFU mode b ...more

Need some help figuring out how to run your favorite DOS games under Windows? With DOXBox, it's easy! So easy, in fact, that this home computing how-to can present a complete overview of the process in just over four minutes. For detailed instructions, and to get started playi ...more

If you are interested in learning how to dual boot Windows 7 alongside Windows Vista or Windows XP, check out this video! You will need to use a bootloader like Easy BCD which is what is used in the video. This isn't too hard to do once you've got everything downloaded, so che ...more

Need help figuring out how to repair file assocations on a Vista or XP PC? It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this home-computing how-to from the folks at Britec can present a complete overview of the process in just over five minutes. For more information, including step-by-st ...more

Learn how to add a Mac Dock to your Vista or XP computer * Firstly go and open up your internet browser. * In the link bar, type or paste the following link: http://windowsedge.com/ivista%20project/RKLauncher.html * After the page opens up, you will see an image on the right ...more

In this video, we learn how to type in Japanese while using Vista or XP with an English keyboard. First, go to your control panel from the start menu. Next, click "clock language and region". After this, click on the button to change keyboards, then click on "add". Now, select ...more

This is a video games tutorial where you will learn how to connect to XBox Live with your laptop for Vista and XP using a wireless network. Go to the Control Panel -> Network and Internet Connections -> Network Connections. Click on XBox Live. Once you have connected your Ethe ...more

If you want to get more practical use out of your PSP, learn how to apply Mac OS, Windows Vista, and XP easily and within minutes by a few simple clicks of a button. Put Mac OS, Windows Vista and XP on your PSP. Click through to watch this video on tricklife.com

You might have difficulty installing Windows XP on a computer that has Windows Vista because it will say it’s incompatible. You’ll have to make a cd with an extracting software. You’ll need several more programs and software. It’ll take some effort but if you follow along this ...more

If you've recently upgraded from Windows XP to Windows Vista, the first change you may have discovered is the start menu. It looks totally different, and if it's just too much change for you, there's an easy way to convert that new start menu in Vista to the classic style from ...more

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to use Remote Desktop on Windows Vista to connect to another computer over a network connection, specifically Windows XP. You can get access to your Vista applications or data stored on a remote computer from your XP PC. Users will ne ...more

Hit a plateau with the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system? If so, give this free video tutorial a go. It'll teach you how to "downgrade" from Vista to the comparably stable Windows XP OS.

In this clip, you'll learn what it takes to copy and transfer data from a corrupted Windows profile to a new profile. It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this home-computing how-to from the folks at Britec can present a complete overview of the process in just over five minutes. ...more

This video shows how to do a remote desktop connection from a new Windows 7 to a older Windows XP or Vista. With Remote Desktop Connection, you can access a computer running Windows from another computer running Windows that is connected to the same network or to the Internet. ...more

If you want to port mods or other items into your games, you need to know first where Minecraft stores the save files. It's in a hidden folder, and here's how you can uncover it in either Windows XP or Vista.

Need a hand figuring out how to install the Firesheep Firefox add-on on your Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7 PC? This clip presents a complete walkthrough of the process. For all of the details, and to get started using the Firesheep cookie sniffer yourself, w ...more

This video will show you how you can load and run the Ubuntu Linux distribution on a Microsoft Windows XP or Vista PC. It's an easy process and this video presents a complete guide. For more information, including a full demonstration and detailed, step-by-step instructions, w ...more

Interested in using Redo Backup to back up the data on a Microsoft Windows XP or Vista PC? It's simple! So simple, in fact, that this home-computing how-to from the folks at Britec can present a complete overview of the process in just over four minutes. For more information, ...more

In this clip, you'll learn how to both enable and disable Data Execution Prevention on a Microsoft Windows PC running either XP or Vista. It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this home-computing how-to from the folks at Britec can present a complete overview of the process in jus ...more

Password protect your files and folders in Microsoft Windows XP or Vista. This free video tutorial from CNET TV will show you how. Thwart would-be snoopers with this home cryptography guide, which presents easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions on how to protect your privac ...more

Check out this video for info on how to setup the quick launch toolbar in Windows 7. Quick launch makes it easier and faster to access your favorite folders and programs. The quick bar can be activated and deactivated depending on your preference and provides simple access to ...more

When you press the Print Screen button on your keyboard in any version of Windows, be it 95, 2000, ME, XP or Vista, Windows will take a picture of your display output and put it into your clipboard. Once in your clipboard, it can be pasted into most any image editing program ( ...more

This video tutorial, designed for users of the Windows XP and Vista operating systems, offers instructions for creating a preview button in Microsoft Outlook Express or Windows Mail. For step-by-step instructions on disabling the automatic preview pane, watch this handy how-to.

In this video tutorial from Matt Overwine of the Instructional Design Group at Northern Kentucky University, you'll find instructions on how to use the FileZilla FTP, or file transfer protocol, client to upload to the web. FileZilla is available for both Mac OS X and Windows X ...more

Have you woken up to discover all of your Windows XP or Vista desktop icons are missing or otherwise departed or gone? Are all of your shortcuts missing? In this video tutorial, you'll find instructions for bringing your errant icons back, restoring them to their normal place. ...more

Interested in third-party launchers but aren't sure which to go for? In this tutorial from PCMech.com, you'll learn how to use Enso Launcher, a freeware personal shortcut tool for Windows 2000, XP and Vista that will allow you to manage your desktop almost entirely from your k ...more

This tutorial will show you how easy it is to create panoramic images from your photos in Windows Live Photo Gallery for Windows XP or Vista. All you need is a digital camera and a PC.

A tutorial showing how to create an icon of a power cell for Windows XP or Vista in RealWorld Icon Editor.

Even when you delete a program, remnants of it can remains on your system and take up valuable memory. The Lab Rats, Andy Walker and Sean Carruthers, teach you how to completely remove programs from you Windows XP and Vista PC.

Windows 7 has hit the streets. If you've got Windows Vista or XP, and you are preparing to do the switchover to WIndows 7, check out this video! This video covers everything you need to know before going to Windows 7, from what files to back-up, software that will help you mo ...more

Need to access Windows XP or Vista? Have programs that only run on Windows, but love your MAC. Ya, we get it and agree. Run Windows and OSX on the same computer using Bootcamp, Parallels or other software. You can run simultaneously or separately depending on your needs. Paral ...more