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How to Find the File Address of Windows Mail
A file address is where a file is located on your computer. Your computer is made up of a series of folders that hold files. A file address is made up of the drive that the folder is located on and each level of folders where it is stored. Windows Mail is the free email software released with Window
How do I Backup Windows XP Files to a CD?
Windows XP comes with a backup utility that allows you to save files to external storage devices such as CD-R and CD-RW disks. You can back up files such as documents, music and videos so you have copies in case your computer crashes. The Windows XP backup utility employs a wizard system that allows
What Is Windows Disk Cleanup?
Windows disk cleaner is a utility program that comes built into nearly all Windows-based machines. This program scans the computer for unnecessary files and is useful in freeing up hard disk space. It is primarily used as a maintenance tool to sustain adequate levels of system performance.
Media Center XP Vs. Professional
When Windows XP was released there were only two versions: Home and Professional. A couple years later Windows XP Media Center Edition (MCE) was released. Windows MCE includes all the features of Windows XP Professional. Windows XP MCE, however, is also designed to function as a media center.
How to Fix an External Hard Drive File or Directory That Is Corrupted & Unreadable
Windows comes with a utility that can scan hard disks and attempt to recover bad sectors and errors with files. If your external hard drive has a file or directory that cannot be read due to being corrupted, you'll need to run this utility on the drive. If it is possible to fix the unreadable files,
How to Install College Window Stickers
Motorists can show school pride by installing a college window sticker in their rear window. Most stickers are characterized by their simplicity: the college's name in simple block letters in the school's colors. Adding a window sticker to your car shows your support of your current college or your
How to Unlock iPhone Software for Windows XP
In order to use the iPhone, you need iTunes unlocked on the computer. iTunes, the only program designed to work with the iPhone and the only program capable of unlocking the iPhone, has the capabilities of running on a Windows XP computer system (despite the fact that Apple, the same company behind
How to Run Standard Windows Applications on Windows Home
Microsoft Windows Home Premium is the "base" software platform that third-party applications use to run on a computer. The operating system also includes many native and proprietary applications and services that rival similar functioning third-party programs. Windows can accommodate many applicatio
Windows Vista Business Specs
Microsoft Windows Vista was released on January 30, 2007. It introduced enhanced graphics and visual styles, new search functionality, various multimedia programs and tools like Windows DVD maker and improved connectivity on local networks. It was released in four different versions;...
How to Recycle Wood Window Frames
Many different items and materials around your home can be recycled and reused. The recycling process, no matter what the material, helps to save energy and protect the Earth's natural resources. These are great reasons to recycle anything in your household that you can. For example, you may not rea
Disk Boot Failure Causes
A computer might fail to boot for multiple reasons, such as faulty hardware, viruses or wrong settings. Failing to boot will render a system unable to load the operating system, and will leave the computer useless. In some cases, reinstalling the operating system might be required to fix...
How to Repair the Lenovo MBR
Lenovo computers that run the Windows XP operating system contain a sector on their hard drives called the Master Boot Record. This sector is part of the Windows XP operating system and helps control the boot process of the operating system when the Lenovo computer is powered on. Fix a damaged maste
How to Choose Parental Controls for Email
Unsolicited or junk email sent to your child's email address may contain pornographic or other types of inappropriate content, and in order to protect them from accessing the content it is important to set up email parental controls located on your operating system. With parental controls you can cr
How to Uninstall Windows XP Security
The Windows XP operating system includes a security suite known as the Windows XP Security Center. This security suite allows users to put up a firewall as well as protect themselves from virus and spyware attacks. If you plan to use third-party antivirus software, it is a good idea to remove the bu
How to Make an MDS File
An MDS file contains catalog information used by the CD and DVD burning utility Alcohol 120% when burning a disc. While an MDF file--also created by Alcohol 120%--contains the actual data from a copied disc, the MDS file contains information about the construction of the original disc, enabling Alco
How to Disable Auto Dial-Up
Auto dial is a feature on Windows computers connected to a dial-up Internet connection. This feature tells the computer modem to automatically connect to the Internet, should it disconnect for any reason. While it is intended to be convenient, auto dial may be troublesome, as dial-up Internet takes
How to Download & Save Windows XP Updates
Microsoft no longer provides mainstream support for Windows XP. However, it still provides security-related updates and will continue to do so until 2014. If you activate the Windows Update utility, it will check for updates and install them automatically. However, if you simply want to obtain Windo
How to Reset the Cisco Catalyst 2950 Switch
The Cisco Catalyst 2950 is a versatile edge switch that is also commonly used in small- or remote-office settings. When the switch is moved to a new location, or the switch needs a major reconfiguration, it is usually best to reset the switch to factory defaults and start with a new configuration if
How to Uninstall SUSE 10.3 From Dual Boot XP
OpenSUSE 10.3 is a Linux-based operating system that provides a friendly, complementary operating system on your dual-boot Windows XP computer. Removing SUSE 10.3 is only necessary when you are absolutely certain that you no longer require its services on your computer. Accomplish this by formatting
How To Unblock Net Blocker
Net Blocker is a computer program that is designed to protect your computer from intrusions while connected to the Internet. However, due to the fact that it does monitor and interact with your network connection, the native Windows application "Windows Firewall" may misidentify it as a malicious pr