Links, Tips and Suggestions:
Fix Windows corruption errors by using the DISM or System Update Readiness tool 10/2015
http://supportcontent.nuance.com/dragon/13/DNS_Professional_English_V13%20(1).exe
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/products/microsoft-office-2010-backup-FX101853122.aspx - Office 2010 download area
https://downloadoffice.getmicrosoftkey.com/ - current Office Suite
Dell - Request recovery media:
https://www.dell.com/support/diagnostics/us/en/19/nondiagnostichome
or
www.dell.com/recoverymedia
Sync issue with Windows 8.1
1. Find the Ipad device under Device Manager
2. Update Driver manually
3. point to C:\Program Files\Common Files\Apple\Mobile Device Support\Drivers
3a. If that does not work, point to
C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Apple\Mobile Device Support\Drivers
4. Double-click the "usbaapl" file. (This file will be called "usbaapl64" if you have a 64-bit version of Windows.
4a.The driver(s) may load automatically once you point to the directory
http://www.piriform.com/speccy/download
Microsoft Security Essentials Website
Comodo Cleaning Esentials - Root Kit removal for infected systems
https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/theme-font-size-changer/
Product key Finder (excellent) website
http://www.metageek.net/products/inssider/download/
http://www.hdtune.com/ Hard Drive Diagnositics
B7C52-37B0E-92C7D-2F973-2B56A-5BF5F
http://windowssecrets.com/top-story/a-no-reformat-reinstall-for-windows-8/ Refresh an existing working copy of Windows 8
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/products/get-office-oem-download-page-FX103849951.aspx
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/upgrade-assistant-download-online-faq Windows 8.1 upgrade advisor
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/windows-update-error-0x80240016 windows update error
192.168.1.10 address for Dell Wireless Printer
http://www.samsung.com/us/kies/ sync software for Outlook
| Start Remote Support |
go to assist emergency download
Of the 11 channels available in the most-commonly used spectrum 2.4GHz only three (1, 6, and 11) are non-overlapping; they don't interfere with each other when used simultaneously. Fire up your laptop and look at the list of Wi-Fi networks within range. When was the last time you saw only three or fewer SSIDs (network names) listed? InSSIDer Website for a free RF analysizer, InSSIDer software
TARP - Temple University offer a wide range of non-credit courses I urge you to check this out. TARP is unique among adult educational programs in that students can drop in and out of classes, where attendance depends only on their interests. No tests or homework are required, and the only "pressure" on participants is when to seize the optimum moment in which to interject opinions during the lively and highly verbal class discussions.
Rollback RX Pro GOBACK replacement for Vista and Windows XP HorizonDataSys Portal. In advanced options in pre-boot console window, lockdisk=0 if system hangs when shutting down. Default value is lockdisk=2. Fallback HDS portal
Use this HDS portal for Rollback 08/10
Rollbackv91 Build 2697670671 12/2012
Rollbackv102 20140509 bld749 (use for Windows 7 32 bit OS)
Rollbackv102 20140820 bld7837 use X64.exe
You can check whether or not you have GPT partition by:
Windows key + R > cmd >
diskpart
list disk
In the Disk 0 row, under the GPT columm, if you see a * sign, you do have a GPT partition. **
1. NETPLWIZ used to remove passwords from Windows 8 Home Edition
or
2:
PA Do Not Call Registration Verify Do Not Call Status
Microsoft Windows Validation 1-866-530-6599.
Vista performance patch known as 943899: Certain Dell laptops need an update to their copies of the Intel Matrix Storage Manager before the machines will boot properly. A download called the R154198 patch, which can be found on the Dell Web site, should be installed on those systems that need it.
Problems with Outlook:
If it is taking forever for words to appears when you are composing a new e-mail, and/or if Outlook 2007 is dragging on you (using 50% of processor cycles), see if you have CyberLink installed. Remove it using Remove Programs. Or, if you want to keep the software, you can simply remove it from your Outlook Addins.
In Outlook 2007, go to Tools... Trust Center... Add-Ins... On the bottom, just click Go. Now you'll have a screen to disable any add-ins. Just remove the check from the box for OutlookAddin and save. Outlook should now be running at the correct speed.
If you are receiving the same e-mail multiple times http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx/kb/885870/
PST repair use Scanpst.exe This program is on your computer. You will also need to know the location of outlook.pst
BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP.
It is important that you make a backup of your critical files (My Documents, and your Outlook data). I strongly recommend that you at least create a backup using the Sonic CD Recorder. (documents and settings/user/local settings/application data/microsoft/outlook/outlook.pst)
However, what is your house is wiped out?
I have been using a product provided by Secure Online Backups to backup my critical data. My information is kept on the internet in a secure location. The service costs between $50 - $100 per year for 2GB to 5 GB of data.
If my house is wiped out, at least I will still have my critical documents.
Call me to talk about this.
Security=people + process + technology. See the Microsoft Security Guidance Center
Interesting article from Webroot about Spyware and Adware
Microsoft Computer Security video series
Opting out of Google's cookies
Microsoft Security Essentials is the new SMI standard for Anti-virus and Spyware detection/removal
Microsoft Security Essentials Website
Microsoft Security Essentials Installation Questions and Resources
Common 3rd party AV removal tools
Revo Uninstaller - Highly recommended
http://esupport.trendmicro.com/4/How-do-I-remove-Trend-Micro-Internet-Security-Pro-and-Trend-Micro-Inte.aspx remove Trend Micro Software
Verizon Security Suite Removal Tool 7/10
| IMPORTANT DIRECTION FILES
Download the latest work-in-progress computer directions updated 9/16/07 Word 2007 version of computer directions for XP systems (18.5 MB) Computer Directions vista office 2007 (19 MB) Directions to stop documents from printing (to clear the Print Queue) Directions to reset your DSL modem and computer Directions to change Outlook to support Comcast's SSL connection. Olympus WS-200S digital recorder manual Plantronics CS50-USB headset mike manual Knowbrainer
NGT MagiTalk link to the manual e-mail "Pace
Arko" <jsay@ngtvoice.com>
Tel: 425.744.1100, extension 17
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IMPORTANT FILES THAT DAVID MAY DIRECT YOU TO DOWNLOAD Mod for Firefox to remove MS Framework add-in Add Block add-on for FireFox - SMI Standard Windows Registry cleanup Utility - no longer supported by Microsoft? Gibson Research Corporation for other privacy utilities Rollback 8.1 May 20th old SMI standard
(please go x:\program files\shield folder, run file shdclr.exe. If you can not find the file in shield folder, you may find in the Rollback installation package) In the future, when you want to defrag with a third party or OEM Defrag tool, do the following (requires V9): Run command line switch "shieldcmd /defrag" (no quotes) from start/run
RolLback Remover Unzip and run as ADMIN. There are no message screens. MSCONFIG should show clear, and computer will SCNDSK upon reboot.
DELL emergency restore directions Broadband Reports.com. Test the speed of you internet connection Verizon DSL speed test (infospeed.verizon.net). This also works with cable modems. Speakeasy speed test (very nice) Key Finder (Magical Jelly Bean) DELL Sonic HOT FIX for request to use CD Spysweeper (Please open Spy Sweeper, click on Shields, click the Windows System tab. Here, uncheck the Keylogger shield at the bottom. This should return the performance level to your computer but in no way diminishes the functionality of Spy Sweeper.) Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool R12654 DELL Video Driver Update 7/06 for Dell 3100 systems HP5610 driver and software update location VZAccess Manager Software website V720 USB software Langalist Disk Cleanup from RUN: cleanmgr /sageset:99 cleanmgr /sagerun:99 ISO Burner software for Toshiba HD player Vista SP1 issues with SigmaTel audio. Scroll down to Chris B R171788 file http://www.confickerworkinggroup.org/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=ANY.RepairTools Intel wireless security issues Ccleaner , my recommendation is that during installation you UNCHECK all the install options EXCEPT "Add Desktop Shortcut". You can analyze then run the cleaner. HP diagnostic tool, check connection, status, drivers, etc Conflicker Removal Tools If you cannot reach that website, you can use ESET's removal tool To scan direct in Vista; create a shortcut using C:\WINDOWS\System32\wiaacmgr.exe Super Anti Spyware software NEW Revo Uninstaller - Highly recommended
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Continuing Education:
TARP - Temple University offer a wide range of non-credit courses I urge you to check this out. TARP is unique among adult educational programs in that students can drop in and out of classes, where attendance depends only on their interests. No tests or homework are required, and the only "pressure" on participants is when to seize the optimum moment in which to interject opinions during the lively and highly verbal class discussions.
CHECK YOUR FACTS before blindly passing along e-mails
Before you blindly pass along the next virus warning, missing child report, or any other mass forwarded item, please check it with www.snopes.com Snopes is a vast repository of information about the veracity and history of many urban legends.
Also Annenberg Political Fact Check site is a resource to check the accuracy of political ads.
Microsoft offers Movie Maker 2 at no cost. You can create movies from still images as well as digital sources. Frank Demaio made this movie using Movie Maker 2. (There is some graphic violence.)
Suggested changes to Internet Explorer:
TOOLS / INTERNET OPTIONS / ADVANCED
Uncheck the Enable Install on Demand (Internet Explorer) and the Enable Install on Demand (Other) check boxes. This will help prevent programs from installing without your knowledge or permission.
Check Empty Temporary Internet Files folder when browser is closed. This will help keep your computer less cluttered.
KNOWN ISSUES:
FireFox:
In the location bar, type "about:config" (without the quotation marks), then press "Enter".
In the "Filter" field, type "general.useragent", (again without the quotation marks).
Outlook:
Compact PST file, 20 GB max size
Recommended purchases:
I strongly recommend that you purchase a cross cut shredder. I personally use the Fellows model PS80C-2 ($179) You can find it at Staples . Do not forget oil for the shredder (Fellows Shredder Oil). I would oil it a based on use. Things run better when properly lubricated; don't cheap out and not buy the oil.
If your AC power sometimes goes out, I would strongly recommend that you consider a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply). The UPS can provide around 10 minutes (and more) of power to your computer after a complete power failure. The below link will take you to my recommended vendor. Call me.
Digital Cameras:
I have had very good luck with Canon digital cameras. You can go to www.dpreview.com for detailed information about specific models. I do not install the software that comes with the camera. I prefer to use the Windows XP picture transfer wizard, and I prefer to use my present picture processing software. Call me.
VoiceOverIP (VoIP or internet phones):
Vonage is a very cost effective way to provide phone service via your cable high speed internet connection. The quality is excellent, as good as your normal phone. The downside is that if you lose either electrical power to your house, or there is an internet service interruption, you will lose all phone service. You can either transfer your existing phone number, or select the area code and exchange of a new phone number. We are using this service to provide a local phone number for my in-laws in Wisconsin; they can call us in Pennsylvania for the cost of a local call. Call me for my latest report.
You will need to install a router and pap2 device. You will connect the router to your cable modem, then connect your computer to the router, and connect the pap2 device to your router. You will then connect your phone(s) to the pap2 device.
Website services:
While you are given personal website space from Comcast and Verizon, you may want to play with designing website. I use Catalog.COM , and I recommend them.
Record your old tapes and vinyl into your computer using the line-in jack
Windows Startup Online® Identify unknown Windows Startup items.
WHETHER THE SECOND AMENDMENT SECURES AN INDIVIDUAL RIGHT (it does)
Protect yourself against Fraud and Identity Theft.
Frank Abagnale is one of the foremost experts in fraud and identity theft. The first three services meet with his approval. I personally use all of these services.
To place a 90 day credit alert
Check your credit score recommended by the Wall Street Journal
Place a 90 Security Alert on ChexSystems (used to open checking accouts) per Krebs
Click above to go to the link Click here to read the release from Patrolling - Winter 2005
VA FORM VBA-28-1900 Application for Vocational Rehabilitation - Start the process by filling out this form.
Request your Military Records (DD214)
"When I am dead, cry for me a little. Think of me sometimes, but not too much. It is not good for you to dwell too long. Think of me now and again as I was in life, at some moment which is pleasant to recall, but not for long. Leave me in peace as I shall leave you, too, in peace."
"Keep your fears to yourself, and share your courage with others". SGM Miller
Captain Swicker's Rules of Defense from Small Arms Review
http://www.cbel.com/veterans/?order=alpha
Order XP Service Pack 2 CD from Microsoft
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Super
Emergency Tools Box.
Do not run these unless David tells you specifically to download and run these program. Recovery program for digital camera memory Anti-virus 2009 removal directions malware (malban) program
Security Tools. Do not run these unless David tells you specifically to download and run these program. Completely wipe your hard drive Not the primary Windows partition Completely remove deleted files Windows Genuine Advantage Diags Windows Installer Cleanup Utility To verify that all Windows files are intact: RUN SFC /SCANNOW
START RUN appwiz.cpl (will allow you remove hot fixes)
Re-install Vista and re-format the hard drive: Method 8: Use the Diskpart.exe utility to clean the disk, and then run Windows Vista Setup againIf you have tried all the methods that are listed in this section and the problem persists, use the Diskpart.exe utility to clean the disk, and then run Windows Vista Setup again.Note Use this method only if you want to perform a clean installation of Windows Vista. When you clean the hard disk, it is formatted. All partitions and all data on the hard disk are permanently removed. We strongly recommend that you back up the files on the hard disk before you clean the disk. To use the Diskpart.exe utility to clean the hard disk, follow these steps:
Windows XP recovery console operation: When the Recovery Console option is offered (Press R to start the Recovery Console), do so. You may be asked which Windows installation to enter, in which case type the number of the Windows installation you wish to work on (usually 1). When prompted, enter the Administrator's password for that Windows installation. If you did not set a password just press ENTERAt the command prompt, type chkdsk /r (there is a space before the /) Enter |
SVCHOST.EXE problems:
http://forums.microsoft.com/MSDN/ShowPost.aspx?PostID=1253475&SiteID=1
http://blogs.technet.com/wsus/archive/2007/04/28/update-on.aspx
WSUS patch (use the first one)
Hotfix patch # KB927891
Microsoft tech report on svchost.exe 100% CPU cycle issue
Problem: A problem on your computer is preventing updates
from being downloaded or installed via Windows or Microsoft Updates.
Here's how to solve the problem:
First Solution:
1. Click Start , then click Run and in the white box type
regsvr32 wuapi.dll
and click OK
2. When you receive the message that the DLL has been registered, click
OK and perform the same steps as outlined above except you will type in the
below 6 enteries. If you do not see the box that says that the DLL has
been registered you typed in the wrong letters. You will need to retype
the command and try again.
regsvr32 wuaueng1.dll
regsvr32 wuaueng.dll
regsvr32 wucltui.dll
regsvr32 wups2.dll
regsvr32 wups.dll
regsvr32 wuweb.dll
2nd Soution:
regsvr32 /s wuapi.dll
regsvr32 /s wuaueng1.dll
regsvr32 /s wuaueng.dll
regsvr32 /s wucltui.dll
regsvr32 /s wups2.dll
regsvr32 /s wups.dll
regsvr32 /s wuweb.dll
Test your fax:
| NOTE: | The most common cause of failure is that the fax number set in the Fax Header on the machine does not match the number of the phone line connected to the fax. Also, ensure that the fax header contains the full 10-digit telephone number of the fax machine, including the area code. |
Directions to change your Outlook Comcast E-mail connection to SSL:
2) Start Outlook
3) Single click on TOOLS
4) Single click on ACCOUNT SETTING or E-MAIL
5) Single click on mail.comcast.net in the white box
6) Single click on CHANGE
7) You will now see your login information. Single click on the MORE SETTING button on the lower right hand side of the Window.
8) Single click on the ADVANCED tab.
You will make to change the setting on the ADVANCE screen so that they look like the below example.
The Incoming server (POP3) is now changed to 995 from the original value of 110.
The box that says This server requires an encrypted connection (SSL) is now checked.
The Outgoing server (SMTP): is now changed to 587 from the original value of 25.
The Use the following type of encrypted connection: Choose TSL from the dropdown list. The original value was none.
Under Delivery the Leave a copy of this message on the server should remain unchecked
Single Click OK
Big X out of all other Windows until you get back to the Outlook Window.
You have now setup up your e-mail for Comcast’s SSL Settings.
To create labels in Outlook (mail merge to Word)
Own any PC in 60 seconds or less
By Mark Joseph Edwards -
www.WindowsSecrets.com
If someone can gain physical access to your computer, they can easily "own"
it by either stealing it or breaking into it to access your data.
This week, I show you how easily an intruder can reset any Windows password
� and how you can protect your data if someone gets his hands on your system.
How hackers set Windows passwords with ease
There's a maxim in the computer security world that
states: If someone can physically access your computer, for all intents and
purposes it's not your computer any more. This means that it's nearly impossible
to physically secure a system if someone else can get free rein of it.
If someone can touch your computer, they can break into your computer. This
reality can certainly be used against you; however, it can also be used to your
advantage.
There are many cases when you might genuinely need to break into one of your own
PCs. For example, you might have forgotten your administrator password, or the
password become unavailable to you when a disgruntled employee left your
company.
There's a relatively simple way that anyone can quickly reset Windows'
administrator password. This technique is a much faster way to get into your
data than using a password-cracking tool to try to figure out what the current
password is.
Anyone can reset the administrator password
Petter Nordahl-Hagen's
Offline NT Password and Registry Editor is a handy tool to have. It lets you
reset Windows passwords and edit the Registry on any system that you can boot
from a CD or a floppy disk. Don't let the "NT" part of the name fool you � the
utility works on any version of Windows NT, 2000, XP, Server 2003, and Vista.
Using the tool might at first seem a bit daunting, since it's based on a tiny
version of Linux. However, you don't need any knowledge about Linux to use the
program. It's menu driven, easy to understand, and � once you've become familiar
with it � you can reset the password for the administrator account or any other
account in less than 60 seconds.
To use the tool, you'll need to download its boot disk image, as
described at Nordahl-Hagen's site. Use this image to burn a CD or build a
bootable floppy disk, as explained on the download page.
You then use the disk to boot the computer whose passwords you want to reset,
and step through the menus one by one, as I explain below:
Step 1. Boot the system and, at the boot prompt, press Enter.
Step 2. The second prompt asks for the location of the Windows Registry.
Here again, accept the default by pressing Enter.
Step 3. The third prompt asks which part of the Registry to load. The
default is the Security Account Manager (SAM) database, where Windows stores its
user and password information. Again, simply press Enter.
Step 4. The fourth prompt asks what action to take with the Registry. The
default is to edit users and passwords. Yet again, press Enter.
Step 5. The fifth prompt asks you to choose a user account to edit. The
default is Administrator, so press Enter.
Step 6. The sixth prompt asks you for a new password for the account
you're editing. Press Enter to set a blank password, which you can later reset
after booting back into Windows.
Step 7. Press ! (exclamation point) to exit the user editor.
Step 8. Press q to quit.
Step 9. When asked whether to write your changes to disk, enter y
(for Yes) to confirm.
Step 10. The last prompt asks you if you want to perform a "New run,"
which starts the entire process over again. Enter n to exit, then reboot
the computer into Windows.
That's all there is to it. After you've walked through the process one time,
you'll see that you can repeat the process on another system in less than a
minute.
Of course, you could encounter any number of instances along the way where you
might need to deviate from the above process. For example, if you want to edit a
different user account, you'll need to select that account. Or, if the Windows
Registry is located in some nonstandard location, you'll need to enter the
proper path. Finally, if you want to edit some other aspect of the Registry,
you'd load that part of the Registry instead. For resetting passwords, however,
I think you'll find in most cases that you can accept the program's defaults.
Keep in mind that the above process only works for local machine accounts � it
will not work on domain accounts. For example, it won't work if you've lost the
administrator password to Active Directory or a domain server. However, there
are relatively simple solutions for those situation too, and you'll need Nordahl-Hagen's
tool to get started.
Domain controller passwords can be reset
If you forget the administrator password for a domain
controller system, you need to first reset the "local machine administrator"
password (unless you already know what it is) using Nordahl-Hagen's offline
editor. After resetting the "local machine administrator" account, you can reset
the domain administrator account. You must use one of two alternative methods,
depending on the operating system in use.
If you're using a Windows 2000 Server platform, visit
John Simpson's Web site. He explains how to trick the server into launching
a command shell with system level privileges. In the shell, you can reset the
domain administrator password.
If you're using Windows Server 2003, you can't use John Simpson's technique. You
can, however, use a technique
outlined by Sebastien Francois. His technique involves installing a new
service that resets the domain administrator password for you.
Problem: A problem on your computer is preventing updates
from being downloaded or installed via Windows or Microsoft Updates.
Here's how to solve the problem:
1. Click Start > Run and type regsvr32 wuapi.dll
2. When you receive the message that the DLL has been registered, click
OK and perform the same steps for each of the following commands under
Start > Run:
regsvr32 wuaueng1.dll
regsvr32 wuaueng.dll
regsvr32 wucltui.dll
regsvr32 wups2.dll
regsvr32 wups.dll
regsvr32 wuweb.dll
VA FORMS:
Application for Vocational Rehabilitation (1900)
Directions for correct Failure to boot error for Windows XP
Windows could not start because the following file is missing or corrupt:
\\WINDOWS\\SYSTEM32\\CONFIG\\SYSTEM or Invalid boot.ini or any number of errors
use recovery console (R)
Per http://tech.icrontic.com/articles/repair_windows_xp/
PDF of directions from above
1. cd\ (gets you to the root directory)
2. ATTRIB -H C:\\BOOT.INI
3. ATTRIB -S C:\\BOOT.INI
4. ATTRIB -R C:\\BOOT.INI
5. DEL BOOT.INI
6. BOOTCFG /REBUILD
Add Installation to boot list YES
Enter Load Indenifier WINDOWS XP HOME EDITION
Enter OS Load Options /FASTDETECT
Now for the most important step of our process, the BOOTCFG /REBUILD command which searches for pre-existing installations of Windows XP and rebuilds sundry essential components of the Windows operating system, recompiles the BOOT.INI file and corrects a litany of common Windows errors. It is very important that you do one or both of the following two things: First, every Windows XP owner must use /FASTDETECT as an OS Load Option when the rebuild process is finalizing. Secondly, if you are the owner of a CPU featuring Intel’s XD or AMD’s NX buffer overflow protection, you must also use /NOEXECUTE=OPTIN as an OS Load Option. I will demonstrate both commands for the purpose of this guide, but do not set NOEXECUTE as a load option if you do not own one of these CPUs. For the “Enter Load Identifier” portion of this command, you should enter the name of the operating system you have installed. If, for example, you are using Windows XP Home, you could type “Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition” for the identifier. This gives the process some authenticity, if you’re keen on being a perfectionist.
7. CHKDSK /R/F
8. FIXBOOT
FIXBOOT
if that fails
FIXMBR
Geocaching Links
Hyperlinks in Outlook stop working (after Chrome)
Then Reboot
"the operation failed due to network or other communication problems. Check your connections and try again"
I was having the same problem...
1. I tried to replace normal.dot and it didn't work
2. I then tried to delete registry key related to NAV and it didn't work either
3. what worked for me at the end was fixing this OLE problem:
Open the "run" command:
Start->Run:
Regsvr32.exe %Windir%\System32\Ole32.dll
Manuals:
dimension-3000_service manual_en-us