In Windows, uptime is the known expression for the exact opposite of downtime. The Windows operating system allows you to view the system uptime, which shows you in days, hours, and minutes, how long the system has been “up” for. […]
Operating Systems
How to Restore Default File Type Associations in Windows Vista
The following files are registry files, otherwise known as registration entries, are text-based files that can be used to add or change values in the Windows registry. You could always change these values in the registry manually if you wish, […]
How to Get Windows Vista Into Safe Mode
When learning to become a Microsoft Windows technician, one of the most valuable tricks you can learn is how to boot the computer into safe mode. In safe mode, you can run an antivirus scan to remove malware from your […]
Root Samsung Galaxy Y S5360 On Android 2.3.5/2.3.6
The only pre-requisite is that you need to already have either Android 2.3.5 or 2.3.6 running on your Samsung Galaxy Y S5360. The device is fairly basic as far as smartphones go, but it is very affordable and allows users […]
Root LG Optimus 3D P920
The idea of any technology that incorporates 3D functionality in its design specifications never fails to excite consumers. This was the case when LG released their LG Optimus 3D P920 last year. Although the design of the smartphone was somewhat dull, […]
Update ZTE Skate to Android 4.0 with ColdFusionX
If a ROM is your thing then this Ice Cream Sandwich ZTE Skate update might be just the thing for you. It’s a nice upgrade from what the ZTE Skate was originally running in 2.3 Gingerbread. The 2.3 Gingerbread will […]
How to Change Windows Firewall Notification Settings in Windows 7
Windows 7 lets you choose between having the Windows firewall turn on or off, as well as a few additional features if you do decide to have it turned on. They are as follows: Block all incoming connections, including those […]
Thanksgiving Wallpapers For iPhone, iPad & iPod Touch
Thanksgiving 2012 is fast approaching, and if you’re the proud owner of one of Apple iDevices and feeling a touch on the festive side, then you need to get your hands on some Thanksgiving wallpapers. There is a bevy of […]
How to Root HTC Amaze 4G on Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread
The HTC Amaze 4G also called the HTC Ruby, is a great little smartphone which runs Androids 2.3.4 Gingerbread. The HTC Amaze was released back in November 2011 and offers users a multitude of features. Nothing compared to what you […]
Root Motorola Atrix 4G Running 2.3.6 Gingerbread
If you want to learn how to root Motorola Atrix 4G then we are pleased to announce you are in the right place. It isn’t too tricky to do and thanks to a clever little developer we have been able to secure a method […]
What to Do after Device Is Rooted
Before I go into detail about what you can do after rooting, I will explain what you NEED to do to keep your device safe. Inside every Android phone is a folder called the EFS folder. This folder is where […]
Download iPhone Firmware IPSW
Download iPhone Firmware IPSW here for all iPhone models. All you have to do is check which iPhone firmware is the correct firmware for you. You can select from iOS 1 through to iOS 6, which is currently the latest […]
How to Enable/Disable Toolbars and Extensions in InPrivate Browsing in Windows 7
If you want to browse the Web anonymously in Windows 7, you can do that from InPrivate browsing mode in Internet Explorer. InPrivate Browsing is a unique mode to Internet Explorer. If you are using a different web browser, the […]
How to Preview Fonts in Windows 7
Windows 7 offers different fonts, pre-bundled with the font name, font size, and other characteristics such as whether it is bold or not. You can select one of these pre-bundled fonts as the font you want to use around the […]
How to Set Default Accelerator in Internet Explorer in Windows 7
The Windows 7 operating system comes with a selection of accelerators that can help you use maps on Google Maps or Windows Live Maps, get definitions from Wikipedia, view your Hotmail email inbox, share content with LinkedIn, use Gmail, and […]
How to Add/Remove an Internet Explorer Accelerator Add-on
The Windows 7 operating system comes with a selection of accelerators that can help you use maps on Google Maps or Windows Live Maps, get definitions from Wikipedia, view your Hotmail email inbox, share content with LinkedIn, use Gmail, and […]
How to Use ‘Find on this Page’ in Internet Explorer in Windows 7
The following tutorial demonstrates how to use the “Find on this Page” to find the next page when you are using a version of the Internet Explorer web browser. How to Open the Find Bar and Use “Find on this […]
How to View Reliability and Problems History Details in Windows 7
All versions of the Windows 7 operating system come equipped with the Reliability Monitor, a tool that allows you to check on system stability history details. The Reliability Monitor shows a system stability chart, where your computer is given an […]
How to Show Services Running Under svchost.exe in Windows 7
svchost.exe, short for Service Host process, is a process you will see many times if you frequent Task Manager in Windows 7. Service Host processes became relevant when Microsoft decided to no longer rely on standard executable files (.exe) and […]
Root HTC Aria on Android 2.2.2 and Install ClockworkMod with S-Off
Thanks to the talented team at XDA Developers, We can now successfully turn the S-off (which removes the security flag). The ClockworkMod recovery is a custom recovery image that’s the most popular in the world of its kind. There are […]
How to See Run as User Name for Program in Windows 7
The Windows 7 operating system allows you to run programs as a different user when you’re still logged into the same user account. If you have multiple user accounts running a program, you can use this tutorial to find out […]
How to Use Personal and Public User Folders in Libraries in Windows 7
Libraries in Windows 7 are designed to help make sorting through Windows Explorer easier by allowing you to get access to categories across drives. For instance, if you had music on an external drive, as well as on your computer’s […]
How to Open Local Group Policy Editor in Windows 7
The Local Group Policy Editor is a simplified version of the Group Policy that you can use for standalone and computers that are not associated with domains. The Local Group Policy Editor has been available for all the business versions […]
How to Open Control Panel in Windows 7
The following tutorial demonstrates how to open Control Panel—when you’re using a version of the Window 7 operating system—and then set it to open showing the categories, small ions, and large icons view. Changing how the links appear on the […]
How to Turn On/Off Backup Files Schedule in Windows 7
The following tutorial demonstrates how to turn the Windows 7 automatic backup files schedule on or off for backup configurations. You can use this guide for both old and new backup configurations. How to Turn On/Off Windows 7 Backup Files […]
Root LG Optimus Me P350 Using GingerBreak Without A PC
This easy method uses GingerBreak to gain root access on the Optimus Me P350. And you can do it all straight from your smartphone. As with all tutorials, please ensure you back up your device before you begin and proceed […]