Disable Unread Email Notification in XP
by Haris on May 24, 2007
in Tips and Tricks, Windows XP
Isn’t the unread email notification in Window XP login screen irritating? Well, do fix this, I have found the solution.
Just follow the steps below and get rid of that notification. :)
Lock that pr0n!
by Haris on May 21, 2007
in Internet, Tips and Tricks, Windows XP
There are many applications which allows you to lock and password protect your important and private files. Some of the big names include Folder Lock, Folder Guard etc. These softwares are only used when there is no way other way left to lock files. But my friend at TechBuzz has shown that you can easily lock your files and drives by using the following trick. The best thing is that you don’t need to download anyhing.
Ok, enough wasting time… Here’s the tutorial:
How to fix the WGA notification nag screen
by Haris on May 20, 2007
in Tips and Tricks, Windows XP
Annoyed by that little notification that pops up every time you start your PC? Well, I have found the solution to this. :)
There are several tweaks and guides to fix this. I haven’t tried the rest, but what I used to fix that is explained below. Just follow the steps below and you will get rid of that nag screen in no time!
100+ Windows XP Run Commands
by Haris on March 17, 2007
in Tips and Tricks, Windows, Windows XP
If you are looking for a big list of Run commands to use in Windows, you can try out the list below.
Run commands can provide you with quick and easy access to utilities and tools in Windows.
Run Shortcuts for Control Panel
by Haris on March 16, 2007
in Tips and Tricks, Windows, Windows XP
The Run dialog gives you easy access to many different programs and options. To get to the Run dialog, click the Start button, then click Run. Type in the command and press Enter, to launch it. For example, type “control folders” (without the quotes) in the Run dialog and press ENTER.
Here is a list of commands to use, and what they do:
Useful Windows XP Tips and Tweaks
by Haris on February 16, 2007
in Internet, Tips and Tricks, Windows, Windows XP
Here are some useful Windows XP tips and tweaks. I hope you like them.
Also Read: Windows XP Tips, Tricks, Hacks and Tweaks (Part 2)
Opening Ports or Adding Allowed Programs with SP2:
1. Click on Start / Run
2. Enter in firewall.cpl
3. Click on the Exceptions tab
Adding a Port for Internet Access:
1. Click on the Add Port button
2. Name it whatever you want
3. Enter in the ports you want to open
Adding a Program for Internet Access:
1. Click on Add Program button
2. A list of all installed programs will be displayed
3. Highlight the one you want to include for Internet access
4. Click on the OK button
