Reboot to Safe Mode for Dummies:

Safe mode is a diagnostic mode used by certain computer operating systems, including Microsoft Windows and Mac OS X, as well as other complex electronic devices. While an operating system is in safe mode, it will have reduced functionality, but it is easier to isolate problems because many non-core components are disabled. An installation that will only boot into its safe mode typically has a major problem, such as disk corruption or the installation of poorly configured software that prevents the operating system from successfully booting into its normal operating mode.
Whenever I am required to service a computer that's behaving very slowly, the first thing I'll do is try to boot in Safe Mode. Or if I get a call from a friend saying that his computer is acting weird, I'll also ask him to try boot in to Safe Mode first and see if the problem will occur there. Problem is, for people who have never heard of Safe Mode, I am going to have a tough time teaching them how to boot in to Safe Mode. Here's a solution on how to boot in to Windows Safe Mode for dummies
The original way to boot in to Safe mode in Windows is by repeatedly pressing the "F8" key as the operating system boots (Microsoft's official website for Windows XP simply advises users to press "F8" once, but in practice the exact moment at which to press the key can vary from computer to computer, so it is better to repeatedly press the key at one second intervals).For people who have never boot in to Safe Mode, most of the time they'll miss a few times before they get lucky in bringing up the Windows Advanced Options Menu that you can select to boot in to Safe Mode. A lot of time will be wasted in waiting for the computer to reboot over and over again hoping that the user is able to get the menu.Easier way is simply use BootSafe.
BootSafe takes the hassle out of rebooting in Safe Mode or back to Normal mode. Just send BootSafe to the user or ask him to download from the official website. Run BootSafe and select which Safe Mode you wish to boot - Minimal, Networking (typical), or Repair and click the Reboot button. Once you have booted into Safe Mode, you can perform any actions needed, such as scanning for viruses, spyware, adware, malware or repairing a system component. When you have completed your tasks, simply run BootSafe again and select the Normal Restart option and click the Reboot button and your computer will reboot in Normal Mode.BootSafe is only 46.5KB in size. It's FREE, no installation required and works on Windows 98, 98SE, ME, 2000 and XP. A very useful small utility which can simplify my job and save my time.

Nero Burning ROM 6.6.1.15c :
Nero is a flexible, reliable, and easy-to-use application designed to write both data and CD audio to CD-R and CD-RW discs. It supports ISO 9660 images as well as ISO mode 1 and XA mode 2, and allows for on-the-fly disc recording in addition to overburning (if supported by hardware). It also supports multisession and mixed-mode recording, HFS, ISO/HFS hybrid, UDF, PSX, OFAS (optimal file access speed), track-at-once (TAO) and disc-at-once (DAO) writing, digital audio extraction, and more. In addition, Nero can dynamically disable automatic-insert notification, offers support for multiple languages, and works with all major models of CD-R and CD-RW drives. This also contains a standalone Cover Editor for designing and printing CD covers.

DirectX End-User Runtimes (August 2007)
This download provides the DirectX end-user multi-languaged redistributable that developers can include with their product. The redistributable license agreement covers the terms under which developers may use the Redistributable. For full details please review the DirectX SDK EULA.txt and DirectX Redist.txt files located in the license directory.This package is localized into Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Czech, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil), Russian, Swedish, and English.

Microsoft Windows Live OneCare 2.0.2284.28:
Microsoft Windows Live OneCare is a comprehensive and integrated PC health service that helps protect and maintain your computer with antivirus, firewall, PC maintenance, and file backup and restore functionality. This new service is in beta testing.

Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 Beta 2
The Microsoft .NET Framework 3.0 (which is formerly known as WinFX), is the new managed code programming model for Windows. It combines the power of the .NET Framework 2.0 with new technologies for building applications that have visually compelling user experiences, seamless communication across technology boundaries, and the ability to support a wide range of business processes. These new technologies are Windows Presentation Foundation, Windows Communication Foundation, Windows Workflow Foundation, and Windows CardSpace (formerly code named "Infocard"). Microsoft plans to ship .NET Framework 3.0 as part of the Windows Vista operating system. In addition, Microsoft is making these technologies available on Windows XP and Windows Server 2003. The following Community Technology Preview of .NET Framework 3.0 enables you to continue experimenting with early builds of these technologies, get acquainted with the development experience, and provide feedback to Microsoft.

nVIDIA ForceWare 162.22 WHQL (6,7,8 series) forWinVista:
NVIDIA has released the following WHQL certified drivers for use with Windows Vista RTM that will enable you to test the basic features and capabilities of the new operating system. NVIDIA is committed to supporting Microsoft Windows Vista on current and previous GPU generations. It's important to us that you have an excellent experience through the Vista transition, and driver development is the highest priority in our company. We are working diligently to make sure we achieve and maintain the level of driver quality and reliability that NVIDIA is known for. Over the coming weeks NVIDIA and our partners, along with the industry, will continue to update Windows Vista drivers to ensure maximum performance on 3D applications and add feature support. Release Highlights:WHQL Certified driver for GeForce 6, 7, and 8 series GPUs.This driver supports single GPU and NVIDIA SLI™ technology on DirectX 9, DirectX 10, and OpenGL.Improved compatibility for Lost Planet.Added "Resize the HDTV desktop" underscan compensation optionNumerous game and application compatibility fixes. Please read the release notes for more information on product support, feature limitations, driver fixes and known compatibility issues.If you would like to be notified of upcoming drivers for Windows Vista, please subscribe to the newsletter.Release Note: The NVIDIA Control Panel may take up to one minute to open when accessed the first time after restarting the system.
Supported Products:GeForce 6100GeForce 6100 nForce 400GeForce 6100 nForce 405GeForce 6100 nForce 420GeForce 6150GeForce 6150 LEGeForce 6150SE nForce 430GeForce 6200GeForce 6200 A-LEGeForce 6200 LEGeForce 6200 TurboCache™GeForce 6200SE TurboCache™GeForce 6250GeForce 6500GeForce 6600GeForce 6600 GTGeForce 6600 LEGeForce 6600 VEGeForce 6610 XLGeForce 6700 XLGeForce 6800GeForce 6800 GSGeForce 6800 GS/XTGeForce 6800 GTGeForce 6800 LEGeForce 6800 Series GPUGeForce 6800 UltraGeForce 6800 XEGeForce 6800 XTGeForce 7025 / NVIDIA nForce 630aGeForce 7050 PV / NVIDIA nForce 630aGeForce 7050 PV / NVIDIA nForce 630aGeForce 7100 GSGeForce 7200 GSGeForce 7300 GSGeForce 7300 GTGeForce 7300 LEGeForce 7300 SEGeForce 7350 LEGeForce 7500 LEGeForce 7550 LEGeForce 7600 GSGeForce 7600 GTGeForce 7600 LEGeForce 7650 GSGeForce 7800 GSGeForce 7800 GTXGeForce 7800 SLIGeForce 7900 GSGeForce 7900 GT/GTOGeForce 7900 GTXGeForce 7950 GTGeForce 7950 GX2GeForce 8300 GSGeForce 8400 GSGeForce 8500 GTGeForce 8600 GTGeForce 8600 GTSGeForce 8800 GTSGeForce 8800 GTXGeForce 8800 Ultra

Opera 9.22 Build 8801 Final:
Opera is a free Web browser with a pop-up blocker, multiple-window navigation, mouse gestures, keyboard shortcuts, an e-mail client with a spam filter, and integrated search for user security and speed. The cross-platform browser includes IRC-compatible chat, support for RSS newsfeeds, a password manager, and one-click customization and privacy-protection settings.

BitDefender Total Security 2008 Beta 3:
BitDefender Total Security - proactive protection against viruses, spyware, hackers, spamBitDefender Total Security 2008 application was designed to provide comprehensive proactive protection against viruses, spyware, hackers, spam and other Internet security threats, along with system maintenance and data backup.In order to test BitDefender Total Security 2008 Beta 2 you will have to uninstall Beta 1 kit, perform a system restart and install Beta 2 kit. In case Beta 1 kit uninstall process fails please use the manual uninstall tool.

Key features :ANTIVIRUS & ANTISPYWARE· Protects your PC in real time against known viruses, spyware and other malware· Blocks unknown viruses using advanced proactive detection techniques· Detects and removes hidden threats (rootkits)· Provides a smooth gaming experience by reducing the system load to a minimum· Monitors and prevents potential spyware threats in real-timeANTI-PHISHING· Protects against phishing attempts by filtering all accessed web pages· Reduces the risk of identity theft by preventing personal information leaks via e-mail or web.FIREWALL· Controls the access of applications to the Internet while “hiding” your computer from hackers with the stealth mode setting· Helps prevent unauthorized access to the Wi-Fi internet connection by notifying you about computers that log in to the networkANTISPAM· Responds faster to new spamming techniques with new adaptive engines· Prevents different types of scam e-mails from reaching your InboxPARENTAL CONTROL· Blocks access to inappropriate web content and e-mail· Allows or blocks web access during specified intervals· BACKUP· Safeguards your data by creating backup copies to local and removable drives, CD-R/RW or DVD-R/RW· Automatically backs up only new files, based on a pre-set schedule.TUNE-UP· Improves PC operation by removing unnecessary files and registry entries· Completely erases files and "traces" of files from disk to prevent recovery

Java Runtime Environment 6 update2 build06:
The full internal version number for this update release is 1.6.0_02-b06 (where "b" means "build"). The external version number is 6u2. The Java SE Runtime Environment contains the Java virtual machine,runtime class libraries, and Java application launcher that arenecessary to run programs written in the Java programming language.It is not a development environment and does not contain developmenttools such as compilers or debuggers. For development tools, see theJava SE Development Kit (JDK(TM)).The last 6 update 2 for Windows was build 05 So this has fixes for all windows users.

vlite 1.0 Final :
Windows Vista from Microsoft takes a lot of resources, we all know that. So here is the tool for easy removal of the unwanted components in order to make Vista run faster and to your liking. vLite can also create the bootable ISO and apply the tweaks directly. This tool doesn't use any kind of hacking, all files and registry entries are protected as they would be if you install the full version only without the components you select for the removal.It configures the installation directly, before the installation, meaning you'll have to remake the ISO and reinstall it. This method is much cleaner, not to mention easier and more logical than doing it after installation on every reinstall.
Changes in v1.0 Final:* new: 'Windows Portable Devices'* new: IIS and Halo 2 Compatibility options* upd: 'Natural Language' (64bit leftovers)* fix: Hotfixes cleanup when integrated before* fix: 'Defrag' (Shrink ability saved)* fix: 'Game Explorer' (gameux.dll popups)* fix: 'Internet Explorer' (DX Web installer)* fix: Memory Requirement option (Manual Install dependency)

Windows Sortcuts and commands:
Go to Start -> Run and paste any of these Run Commands below:
Run Commands:compmgmt.msc - Computer managementdevmgmt.msc - Device managerdiskmgmt.msc - Disk managementdfrg.msc - Disk defrageventvwr.msc - Event viewerfsmgmt.msc - Shared foldersgpedit.msc - Group policieslusrmgr.msc - Local users and groupsperfmon.msc - Performance monitorrsop.msc - Resultant set of policiessecpol.msc - Local security settingsservices.msc - Various Servicesmsconfig - System Configuration Utilityregedit - Registry Editormsinfo32 _ System Informationsysedit _ System Editwin.ini _ windows loading information(also system.ini)winver _ Shows current version of windowsmailto: _ Opens default email clientcommand _ Opens command prompt
Run Commands to access the control panel:Add/Remove Programs control appwiz.cplDate/Time Properties control timedate.cplDisplay Properties control desk.cplFindFast control findfast.cplFonts Folder control fontsInternet Properties control inetcpl.cplKeyboard Properties control main.cpl keyboardMouse Properties control main.cplMultimedia Properties control mmsys.cplNetwork Properties control netcpl.cplPassword Properties control password.cplPrinters Folder control printersSound Properties control mmsys.cpl soundsSystem Properties control sysdm.cpl
Command Prompt:ANSI.SYS Defines functions that change display graphics, control cursor movement, and reassign keys.APPEND Causes MS-DOS to look in other directories when editing a file or running a command.ARP Displays, adds, and removes arp information from network devices.ASSIGN Assign a drive letter to an alternate letter.ASSOC View the file associations.AT Schedule a time to execute commands or programs.ATMADM Lists connections and addresses seen by Windows ATM call manager.ATTRIB Display and change file attributes.BATCH Recovery console command that executes a series of commands in a file.BOOTCFG Recovery console command that allows a user to view, modify, and rebuild the boot.iniBREAK Enable / disable CTRL + C feature.CACLS View and modify file ACL's.CALL Calls a batch file from another batch file.CD Changes directories.CHCP Supplement the International keyboard and character set information.CHDIR Changes directories.CHKDSK Check the hard disk drive running FAT for errors.CHKNTFS Check the hard disk drive running NTFS for errors.CHOICE Specify a listing of multiple options within a batch file.CLS Clears the screen.CMD Opens the command interpreter.COLOR Easily change the foreground and background color of the MS-DOS window.COMP Compares files.COMPACT Compresses and uncompress files.CONTROL Open control panel icons from the MS-DOS prompt.CONVERT Convert FAT to NTFS.COPY Copy one or more files to an alternate location.CTTY Change the computers input/output devices.DATE View or change the systems date.DEBUG Debug utility to create assembly programs to modify hardware settings.DEFRAG Re-arrange the hard disk drive to help with loading programs.DEL Deletes one or more files.DELETE Recovery console command that deletes a file.DELTREE Deletes one or more files and/or directories.DIR List the contents of one or more directory.DISABLE Recovery console command that disables Windows system services or drivers.DISKCOMP Compare a disk with another disk.DISKCOPY Copy the contents of one disk and place them on another disk.DOSKEY Command to view and execute commands that have been run in the past.DOSSHELL A GUI to help with early MS-DOS users.DRIVPARM Enables overwrite of original device drivers.ECHO Displays messages and enables and disables echo.EDIT View and edit files.EDLIN View and edit files.EMM386 Load extended Memory Manager.ENABLE Recovery console command to enable a disable service or driver.ENDLOCAL Stops the localization of the environment changes enabled by the setlocal command.ERASE Erase files from computer.EXIT Exit from the command interpreter.EXPAND Expand a M*cros*ft Windows file back to it's original format.EXTRACT Extract files from the M*cros*ft Windows cabinets.FASTHELP Displays a listing of MS-DOS commands and information about them.FC Compare files.FDISK Utility used to create partitions on the hard disk drive.FIND Search for text within a file.FINDSTR Searches for a string of text within a file.FIXBOOT Writes a new boot sector.FIXMBR Writes a new boot record to a disk drive.FOR Boolean used in batch files.FORMAT Command to erase and prepare a disk drive.FTP Command to connect and operate on a FTP server.FTYPE Displays or modifies file types used in file extension associations.GOTO Moves a batch file to a specific label or location.GRAFTABL Show extended characters in graphics mode.HELP Display a listing of commands and brief explanation.IF Allows for batch files to perform conditional processing.IFSHLP.SYS 32-bit file manager.IPCONFIG Network command to view network adapter settings and assigned values.KEYB Change layout of keyboard.LABEL Change the label of a disk drive.LH Load a device driver in to high memory.LISTSVC Recovery console command that displays the services and drivers.LOADFIX Load a program above the first 64k.LOADHIGH Load a device driver in to high memory.LOCK Lock the hard disk drive.LOGON Recovery console command to list installations and enable administrator login.MAP Displays the device name of a drive.MD Command to create a new directory.MEM Display memory on system.MKDIR Command to create a new directory.MODE Modify the port or display settings.MORE Display one page at a time.MOVE Move one or more files from one directory to another directory.MSAV Early M*cros*ft Virus scanner.MSD Diagnostics utility.MSCDEX Utility used to load and provide access to the CD-ROM.NBTSTAT Displays protocol statistics and current TCP/IP connections using NBTNET Update, fix, or view the network or network settingsNETSH Configure dynamic and static network information from MS-DOS.NETSTAT Display the TCP/IP network protocol statistics and information.NLSFUNC Load country specific information.NSLOOKUP Look up an IP address of a domain or host on a network.PATH View and modify the computers path location.PATHPING View and locate locations of network latency.PAUSE Command used in batch files to stop the processing of a command.PING Test / send information to another network computer or network device.POPD Changes to the directory or network path stored by the pushd command.POWER Conserve power with computer portables.PRINT Prints data to a printer port.PROMPT View and change the MS-DOS prompt.PUSHD Stores a directory or network path in memory so it can be returned to at any time.QBASIC Open the QBasic.RD Removes an empty directory.REN Renames a file or directory.RENAME Renames a file or directory.RMDIR Removes an empty directory.ROUTE View and configure windows network route tables.RUNAS Enables a user to execute a program on another computer.SCANDISK Run the scandisk utility.SCANREG Scan registry and recover registry from errors.SET Change one variable or string to another.SETLOCAL Enables local environments to be changed without affecting anything else.SETVER Change MS-DOS version to trick older MS-DOS programs.SHARE Installs support for file sharing and locking capabilities.SHIFT Changes the position of replaceable parameters in a batch program.SHUTDOWN Shutdown the computer from the MS-DOS prompt.SMARTDRV Create a disk cache in conventional memory or extended memory.SORT Sorts the input and displays the output to the screen.START Start a separate window in Windows from the MS-DOS prompt.SUBST Substitute a folder on your computer for another drive letter.SWITCHES Remove add functions from MS-DOS.SYS Transfer system files to disk drive.TELNET Telnet to another computer / device from the prompt.TIME View or modify the system time.TITLE Change the title of their MS-DOS window.TRACERT Visually view a network packets route across a network.TREE View a visual tree of the hard disk drive.TYPE Display the contents of a file.UNDELETE Undelete a file that has been deleted.UNFORMAT Unformat a hard disk drive.UNLOCK Unlock a disk drive.VER Display the version information.VERIFY Enables or disables the feature to determine if files have been written properly.VOL Displays the volume information about the designated drive.XCOPY Copy multiple files, directories, and/or drives from one location to another.TRUENAME When placed before a file, will display the whole directory in which it existsTASKKILL It allows you to kill those unneeded or locked up applications
Windows XP Shortcuts:ALT+- (ALT+hyphen) Displays the Multiple Document Interface (MDI) child window's System menuALT+ENTER View properties for the selected itemALT+ESC Cycle through items in the order they were openedALT+F4 Close the active item, or quit the active programALT+SPACEBAR Display the System menu for the active windowALT+TAB Switch between open itemsALT+Underlined letter Display the corresponding menuBACKSPACE View the folder one level up in My Computer or Windows ExplorerCTRL+A Select allCTRL+B BoldCTRL+C CopyCTRL+I ItalicsCTRL+O Open an itemCTRL+U UnderlineCTRL+V PasteCTRL+X CutCTRL+Z UndoCTRL+F4 Close the active documentCTRL while dragging Copy selected itemCTRL+SHIFT while dragging Create shortcut to selected iteMCTRL+RIGHT ARROW Move the insertion point to the beginning of the next wordCTRL+LEFT ARROW Move the insertion point to the beginning of the previous wordCTRL+DOWN ARROW Move the insertion point to the beginning of the next paragraphCTRL+UP ARROW Move the insertion point to the beginning of the previous paragraphSHIFT+DELETE Delete selected item permanently without placing the item in the Recycle BinESC Cancel the current taskF1 Displays HelpF2 Rename selected itemF3 Search for a file or folderF4 Display the Address bar list in My Computer or Windows ExplorerF5 Refresh the active windowF6 Cycle through screen elements in a window or on the desktopF10 Activate the menu bar in the active programSHIFT+F10 Display the shortcut menu for the selected itemCTRL+ESC Display the Start menuSHIFT+CTRL+ESC Launches Task ManagerSHIFT when you insert a CD Prevent the CD from automatically playingWIN Display or hide the Start menuWIN+BREAK Display the System Properties dialog boxWIN+D Minimizes all Windows and shows the DesktopWIN+E Open Windows ExplorerWIN+F Search for a file or folderWIN+F+CTRL Search for computersWIN+L Locks the desktopWIN+M Minimize or restore all windowsWIN+R Open the Run dialog boxWIN+TAB Switch between open items
Windows Explorer Shortcuts:ALT+SPACEBAR - Display the current window’s system menuSHIFT+F10 - Display the item's context menuCTRL+ESC - Display the Start menuALT+TAB - Switch to the window you last usedALT+F4 - Close the current window or quitCTRL+A - Select all itemsCTRL+X - Cut selected item(s)CTRL+C - Copy selected item(s)CTRL+V - Paste item(s)CTRL+Z - Undo last actionCTRL+(+) - Automatically resize the columns in the right hand paneTAB - Move forward through optionsALT+RIGHT ARROW - Move forward to a previous viewALT+LEFT ARROW - Move backward to a previous viewSHIFT+DELETE - Delete an item immediatelyBACKSPACE - View the folder one level upALT+ENTER - View an item’s propertiesF10 - Activate the menu bar in programsF6 - Switch between left and right panesF5 - Refresh window contentsF3 - Display Find applicationF2 - Rename selected item
Internet Explorer Shortcuts:CTRL+A - Select all items on the current pageCTRL+D - Add the current page to your FavoritesCTRL+E - Open the Search barCTRL+F - Find on this pageCTRL+H - Open the History barCTRL+I - Open the Favorites barCTRL+N - Open a new windowCTRL+O - Go to a new locationCTRL+P - Print the current page or active frameCTRL+S - Save the current pageCTRL+W - Close current browser windowCTRL+ENTER - Adds the http://www/. (url) .comSHIFT+CLICK - Open link in new windowBACKSPACE - Go to the previous pageALT+HOME - Go to your Home pageHOME - Move to the beginning of a documentTAB - Move forward through items on a pageEND - Move to the end of a documentESC - Stop downloading a pageF11 - Toggle full-screen viewF5 - Refresh the current pageF4 - Display list of typed addressesF6 - Change Address bar and page focusALT+RIGHT ARROW - Go to the next pageSHIFT+CTRL+TAB - Move back between framesSHIFT+F10 - Display a shortcut menu for a linkSHIFT+TAB - Move back through the items on a pageCTRL+TAB - Move forward between framesCTRL+C - Copy selected items to the clipboardCTRL+V - Insert contents of the clipboardENTER - Activate a selected linkHOME - Move to the beginning of a documentEND - Move to the end of a documentF1 - Display Internet Explorer Help

Monitor System Performance:
Forget about all those expensive complicated system and performance monitoring software that gives you whole load of information which you don't understand at all! Sometimes I just want a small simple tool that sits on my desktop to display my memory usage, CPU usage, network traffic and disk activity easily at a glance. Meaning when you look at it, immediately you'll know what is slowing down your system. Here's a free software that's rather.... "cute" in monitoring and displaying your system performance.
MimarSinan Rubber Ducky System Monitor is a free performance monitoring software that has a small aquarium that sits above your system tray. Each elements of the aquarium represent a system information.Here are the meanings of each elements on Rubber Ducky.Water Level - The water level indicates RAM (computer memory) usage. If the water level is too high, the duck will drown. When you open too many applications, your computer memory starts filling up. If the duck is drowning, close some running applications to improve performance.
Water Color - The water color indicates SWAP file usage. If the water color is muddy, the computer is using too much swap space. The computer starts using the SWAP file when it is running low on free memory. If the water color is too dark, close some of your memory intensive applications.
Fish - Fish indicate NETWORK traffic (such as Internet activity). When you have fish swimming, your computer is sending/receiving data. Fish moving from right to left indicate inbound traffic (such as downloads). Network traffic does not directly impact system performance.
Plants - Plans indicate HARD DISK activity. When the plans are waving, your computer is writing data to the hard disk. Almost all programs write to the hard disk, but some more often than the others. If there is too mcuh hard disk activity, your system may slow down.
Bubbles - Bubbles indicate CPU activity. As your programs use more computing power, more bubbles appear. If there are too many bubbles, one of your programs is using too much CPU. If the CPU usage is always high, it may slow down or destabilize the system.
All this while I felt that my laptop is slow but it's bearable. When I ran Rubber Ducky, I saw that the duck was upside down and drowning due to the water level is too high. High water level = High RAM usage. My laptop has 512MB ram and running Windows XP. I think it's time to upgrade to either 1GB or 2GB depending on my budget. See, sometimes we pay more attention to simple freewares rather than expensive sharewares.

Alcohol 52% 1.9.6.5429 Free Edition:
Alcohol 52% CD & DVD emulation software can create virtual CD/DVD-ROM drives and play CDs & DVDs without the need for the physical disc. This piece of emulation software allows users to play CDs & DVDs without the need for the physical disc. Notebook users and PC Game players will benefit the most from Alcohol 52%. It is not necessary to carry the physical discs and CD & DVD-ROM drive, if users need to present their works to the customers from their notebook. It is not necessary to insert the CD & DVD discs if users want to play PC Games in their computer. Alcohol 52% copies an "invisible" CD & DVD disc to the harddisk.
Changes in version 1.9.6.5429, 2007-07-02:- NEW b5t, b6t and isz in image finder and shell extension options- FIX Minor bugs found- FIX Automount problem- UPDATE Supported drive list- UPDATE SPTD to v1.50

Mozilla Firefox 3.0 Alpha 7(PRE):
Firefox is a free, open-source web browser for Windows, Linux and Mac OS X and is based on the Mozilla codebase. It is small, fast and easy to use, and offers many advantages over Internet Explorer, such as the ability to block pop-up windows.

Stop Virus from Running Automatically When you Execute Files Many worms and trojans make changes to the registry to so that it can automatically start whenever you boot up your computer and also to avoid easy detection by disabling Windows Task Manager, Registry Editor and etc... You can easily restore all those tools by using Remove Restriction Tool (RRT).
I just recently found out that a virus can actually make some changes on your registry so that the virus will run automatically whenever you execute a file. Imagine, the virus will be loaded each time you run an executable (EXE) or a batch (BAT) file. Just last week I was cleaning a computer that was infected by Brontok. After finished scanning, cleaning the virus and restoring the changes made by virus, the Symantec Antivirus Corporate Edition still pops up notification stating that Brontok virus is found and automatically deleted. This happens EVERY TIME I run an executable file.
Now I found out how it works and also how to disable the virus from running automatically whenever I run any file.
This happens when a virus change one or more of the shell\open\command keys. If these keys are changed, the worm or Trojan will run each time that you run certain files.
For example, if the \exefile\shell\open\command key is changed, the threat will run each time that you run any .exe file. This may also stop you from running the Registry Editor to try to fix this. They may also change a registry value so that you cannot run the Registry Editor at all.
I've done a test by adding Notepad.exe path in \exefile\shell\open\command key. Then I tried running any EXE file, it will launch the EXE file with notepad! For Brontok virus, it loads a backdoor file called "shell.exe". You won't even notice anything abnormal when you run an EXE file.
Thanks to Symantec Security Response for creating a script that is able to easily reset these registry values to their default settings.What is inside the script:[Version]Signature="$Chicago$"Provider=Symantec[DefaultInstall]AddReg=UnhookRegKey[UnhookRegKey]HKLM, Software\CLASSES\batfile\shell\open\command,,,"""%1"" %*"HKLM, Software\CLASSES\comfile\shell\open\command,,,"""%1"" %*"HKLM, Software\CLASSES\exefile\shell\open\command,,,"""%1"" %*"HKLM, Software\CLASSES\piffile\shell\open\command,,,"""%1"" %*"HKLM, Software\CLASSES\regfile\shell\open\command,,,"regedit.exe ""%1"""HKLM, Software\CLASSES\scrfile\shell\open\command,,,"""%1"" %*"HKCU, Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System,DisableRegistryTools,0x00000020,0 Of all the shell\open\command keys, the exefile key is being used most frequently. When your computer starts, it loads a lot of EXE files. When you start a program, it also loads EXE file. The rest are seldom used unless you're a power user. To be on the safe side, it's better for Symantec to restore all of the shell\open\keys to default values.Instructions to install the script:1. Download the script at the end of this post by right-clicking on the link and save it to your desktop.2. Right-click on the file and select "install"
A great tool to carry around with me all the time to combat against nasty virus such as Brontok.

Windows Easy Transfer Companion 6.0 (Beta) :
Windows Easy Transfer Companion enables you to automatically transfer your most important programs from your Windows XP-based PC to your new Windows Vista-based PC. The software will move more than 100 of the most popular programs, as well as many others that you may have installed. You have complete control over selecting which programs to transfer, so only the programs you care about will move. The software will alert you if some programs may not be able to transfer, or may not transfer with high confidence. Most security software is not able to transfer due to technical reasons.Easy Transfer Companion is designed to be used in addition to Windows Easy Transfer—which is part of Windows Vista and automatically transfers your data and settings. Connecting your two computers can be done with either an Easy Transfer Cable (available online, from retailers, and from PC manufacturers), or a home or small business network. If using an Easy Transfer Cable, you must first install Windows Easy Transfer on your Windows XP-based PC. By using Easy Transfer and Easy Transfer Companion you will be able to quickly and easily setup your new PC with all the data, settings, and programs that matter to you, so you can be productive on your new PC right away.Easy Transfer Companion only transfers programs from a Windows XP-based PC to a Windows Vista-based PC. Easy Transfer Companion is currently in Beta, and only available for the US market.

Vista Transformation Pack 7.0 Changes in Version 7.0-Added default system font option for recovery-Added Docking support for preview and taskbar replacement-Added DPI auto-detection in Machine Configuration-Added hiding menubar option for Vista (Styler) toolbar-Added information about KB925902 hotfix issues and solution on startup-Added memory requirements checking for 3rd-party applications-Added resetting DPI options and some extra information in Machine Configuration-Added screen resolution auto-detection-Added setting cleartype font automatically after the transformation-Added Vista transformation "Express mode" (Make an appropriate setup configuration in single page!)-Added ViStart (Vista Start Menu port for Windows XP/2003 with glass UI and search function)-Added uninstalling existing components before updating-Added WindowBlinds detection warning message (for user who is mistaken about glass border skin)-Added Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 uxtheme patching support
-Fixed backing up system files bug on repair mode-Fixed checking for Styler incompatibility with x64 edition OS-Fixed fileversion checking bug that cause backup system files being overwritten by modified system files when update-Fixed operating system checking bug (that allow user to install in Windows 2000 and below)-Fixed Start Orb positioning bug-Fixed Styler to execute Styler.exe only when user wants to hide menu bar to save up memory and some weird issues-Fixed Styler to run in toolbar mode (prevent error and message popup)-Fixed Vista (Styler) toolbar option with correction of menubar-Fixed uninstalling bug with system drive icon-Fixed uninstalling routines-Fixed uxtheme.dll patching detection bugs on machine without any service pack-Fixed Windows Live Messenger skin uninstallation bug-Moved extra dialogs in the main dialogs process so user can make all decisions before transforming-Removed customized open/save dialog due to bugs in some applications-Replaced closeapp with pskill (some programs reported closeapp as virus though it isn't)-Replaced Blaero's Start Orb with ViOrb (Auto positioning and snap over the start button upon taskbar shifting)
-Updated battery tray icons-Updated Getting Started and Help and Support FAQ-Updated LClock x86 to version 1.62b-Updated Maintenance Center to be Welcome Center-Updated minor UI graphic resources in themes-Updated Segoe UI font-Updated Shutdown/Logoff dialogs-Updated Start Orb to full circle version-Updated Thoosje's Vista sidebar to version 2.1-Updated transformation to use backup system file if it has the same fileversion during update-Updated updating function to uninstall previous components before updating-Updated Vista logon screen (Thanks to SoFtEcH for updating my logon)-Added status message (Welcome, Shutdown, etc.)-Fixed user account disapperance bug on lower resolution-Fixed user account moving around when focused-Moved shutdown button to right part-Updated password panel resources-Updated userpicture's frame border-Updated Visualtooltip to version 2.1
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How to modify BCD when installing a previous version of Windows onto a computer running Windows Vista Installing an earlier operating system like Windows 2000, Windows XP or Windows Server 2003 on ones system after Windows Vista has been installed results in one being unable to boot into Vista.
The processes below enable one to recover the ability to boot into Windows Vista in the instance where Windows Vista was installed on the system drive and the boot system files [Boot (folder), bootmgr, Boot.BAK and BOOTSECT.BAK], have not been damaged or removed.
1. To install a previous version of Windows onto a computer running Windows Vista (Post-Beta 2)
With Windows Vista Beta 2 as well as in Windows Vista Build 5456, the only command one needs to run is:
bootsect /NT60 ALL
(Copy bootsect.exe from the boot folder of your Windows Vista DVD and paste it into your Windows XP Windows\system32 folder)
This pulls all Windows operating systems into the Windows Vista boot menu.
2. To install a previous version of Windows onto a computer running Windows Vista (Pre-Beta 2)
1. Install the previous version of Windows.
2. Log on to the older operating system and restore the latest boot manager by running the following command from the run dialogue box (fixntfs.exe will be in the \boot directory of the active partition which is usually C:\ Drive).
C:\boot\fixntfs /lh
3. Create a BCD (Boot Configuration Data) entry for the older operating system by specifying the following.
bcdedit.exe is located in the \Windows\System32 directory of the Windows Vista partition. To access bcdedit.exe from within Windows XP you need to use the Command Prompt (DOS Window) and point to bcdedit.exe.
Description is the description of the new entry for the older operating system.
bcdedit /create {legacy} /d “Description”
bcdedit /set {legacy} device boot
bcdedit /set {legacy} path \ntldr
bcdedit /displayorder {legacy} /addlast
4. Restart the computer in order for the changes to take effect.

How To Disable Automatic Folder Type Discovery:
By default, Windows Explorer in Windows Vista will try to automatically detect the contents of a folder and display the correct detail settings, however in some situations you may wish to disable this behavior and customize the view settings manually as desired.This article applies to:
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic, 32-bit Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium, 32-bit Microsoft Windows Vista Business, 32-bit Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate, 32-bit Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise, 32-bit Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic, 64-bit Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium, 64-bit Microsoft Windows Vista Business, 64-bit Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate, 64-bit Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise, 64-bitNOTE: This involves editing the registry. It is always recommended to create a back-up of the registry before making any modifications. Before performing any of the actions below, please save your work and close any Windows Explorer windows, as you will need to log off for these changes to properly take effect.
Procedure:
Click on Start, and in the Start Search field type “REGEDIT”, and then press Enter. If User Account Control prompts you, provide consent by clicking on Continue or entering a password. In the left hand pane, navigate to HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Shell Right click on the “Bags” sub-key and click on Delete. When asked to confirm the operation click on Yes. Right click on the "Shell" sub-key and from the menu that appears click on New, and then click on Key. Give the new key a name of "Bags" (without the quotes). Right click on the "Bags" sub-key and from the menu that appears click on New, and then click on Key. Give the new key a name of "AllFolders" (without the quotes). Right click on the "AllFolders" sub-key and from the menu that appears click on New, and then click on Key. Give the new key a name of "Shell" (without the quotes). Select the "Shell" key that you just creaited. In the right hand pane of the Registry Editor, right click on an empty area and from the menu click on New, and then click on String Value. Give the new REG_SZ (String Value) a name of "FolderType" (without the quotes). Double click on the FolderType String Value and give it a value of "NotSpecified" (without the quotes). Close the Registry Editor. Click on Start, press the arrow next to the power buttons, and select Log Off from the menu that appears. Log back in and customize your Windows Explorer folder view settings as desired. If you would like to reset Windows Explorer back to the way it should act by default:Click on the Start button, and in the Start Search field paste the following bold text command: REG DELETE "HKCU\Software\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Shell\Bags\AllFolders" /f Press the Enter key to execute the command.Hope this helps!!!

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