Windows

Keyboard shortcuts

To make life easier (?), there are a whole lot of keyboard shortcuts in Windows XP. Some you will know but there are some more obscure ones that not everyone knows about. Here is a list of the most common shortcuts. There are many more believe it or not but these ones will keep you […]

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Rename your digital photos in bulk

You’ve got approx 500 pics from your holiday. Do you have about 2-3 extra hours to name them something other than DCP00143_23.jpg? I don’t . Try this: * First, open the folder and select View > Thumbnails. * Click the last picture in the folder you want to rename, hold down the Shift key, and […]

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The POST

The computer POST (Power On Self Test) tests the computer, insuring that it meets the necessary system requirements before booting up. If the computer fails the POST, the computer then returns a beep code indicating what is causing the computer not to pass the POST. Generally, if the computer POSTs properly, you will receive a […]

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Batch File Programming

This is old school stuff but it is interesting to learn, and even in this day & age of Windows, can help you with some of those crappy/obscure problems that only you have 🙂 Check out this link for a tutorial in batch file programming.

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Prevent RSI while on your computer

If you’re like me, you spend countless hours on your computer – losing track of how long you’ve actually been on there. And when you get up, you’re all stiff, bones are aching etc. Well I found a handy little utility called Workrave . Its a (free) program for windows and Linux that pops up […]

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