How to check if DVD Decoder software is installed in Windows XP?

  By default, Windows XP does not come with compatible DVD decoder software installed. To confirm if you have Windows XP-compatible DVD decoder software on your system: Select Start > Run, type cmd in the Open box, and click OK. Type dvdupgrd /detect and press Enter A Windows dialog box will open with identifying information about the installed software. If No decoders found is displayed, no decoder is installed  

Windows 8 – Review.

    When talking about windows 8, the main difference is the user interface itself (Metro Style). Windows 8 has a Mobile user interface, rather than a Computer interface.  Also, it requires (Optional) e-mail password to login. (Metro Style ) Also, the user interface is tabbed interface, which is like mobile version of Windows. The regular users of Windows 7 and older version will find rather difficult to get into the new UI of Windows read more »

Browse the Internet – Smartphone.

  You can browse the Internet from your Windows Mobile powered device if you have a data plan from your service provider. Some sites have mobile friendly versions of their sites to make viewing on your mobile device easier. We’ve included a link to a list of our favorites—from maps and restaurants to stock prices and news items. Catch up on the latest news while waiting for your next appointment! Connect to the Internet: Change read more »

How to configure Smartphone inbox e-mail options?

    This article describes how to configure Microsoft Smartphone to receive e-mail from four sources: Phone-based system management software (SMS) and text messaging. Microsoft ActiveSync PC Sync (synchronization with Microsoft Outlook). Microsoft Mobile Information Server (MMIS). An Internet Message Access Protocol (IMAP) or POP mail server. Smartphone will synchronize with only one of the last three options (PC Sync, MMIS, or IMAP/POP) at any one time. This article discusses how to configure Smartphone to read more »

How to Fix ‘USB Device Not Recognized’ Error?

  When you use USB devices in Windows, Windows will load and install a device driver to communicate with the new USB device. A lot of standard USB device drivers are included with Windows XP, even more in Vista and Windows 7. But if the USB device is not supported by Windows, you will see a USB device not recognized error like the one below. You can try unplugging the USB device, waiting a few read more »

Fatal issue: A disk read error occurred

    A disk read error occurred Reason: The partition boot record was reading data from the drive and received a disk error. This could be due to damage to the file system, bad boot record information or a problem with the hard disk. Workaround: 1. Fix File System and Boot Record You can use Windows Recovery Console to fix a number of problems. First boot from your Windows boot CD/DVD. We recommend you use read more »

How to connect Laptop to an External Monitor?

  Most of the notebooks that were manufactured in the past two-three years come with a HDMI port along with the old VGA port to connect your computer to an external display. Connecting and activating an external display on a Windows 7 machine is pretty simple. Here is how to connect your Windows 7 installed notebook to an external display: 1. Connect your Windows 7 laptop to the external display using VGA or HDMI cable. read more »

How to setup surround sound on a DirecTV HD DVR satellite receiver?

    You Need: o HDTV with HDMI o Up to date, high quality home theater receiver with at least two HDMI input ports and one HDMI out port. o Five to seven loudspeakers o One subwoofer o Two HDMI cables o Speaker wire DIRECTV HD DVR satellite receiver What You Can Watch You have access to all types of televised programming, including: DIRECTV high-definition and standard-definition digital programming via satellite, including local channels if read more »

Wireless Setup – Connecting Wireless Router

  Preparation for Wireless Network Setup Let’s make preparation for wireless network setup. You can decide what wireless devices you need after this reading. You also need to know what kind of wireless standard to be used in the network, either 802.11b, 802.11a or 802.11g. Wireless Router or Wireless Access Point Wireless router or wireless access point is the most important device you need when setting up wireless network.  You use wireless router when you read more »

Recuva – Features and Screenshots.

  Recuva: Recuva recovers files deleted from your Windows computer, Recycle Bin, digital camera card, or MP3 player. It is a free download. More Information: Undelete files on your computer Recuva brings lost files on your computer, USB drive, camera or iPod. Recovery from damaged or formatted disks Even if you’ve formatted a drive so that it looks blank, Recuva can still find your files on it. Recover deleted emails Recuva’s got you covered with read more »

Black screen with the cursor in Windows 7.

  System got to the welcome screen then just a black screen with the cursor. Workaround: Scenario 1: If system boots in Safe Mode: While in Safe Mode, visit your video card manufacturer website (Nvidia or ATI or etc) to download the latest available driver for your video card and then uninstall the current driver and install the latest one. Still if you are facing the same issue then follow the below methods: Perform sfc scan on read more »

Why is my screen black when I start Windows 7?

    Video adapter problems are the most common cause of this issue. First, try to find out if there’s a problem with the cables you’re using or the way they’re connected. If you have an alternate way of connecting your monitor to your PC, try it. For example, if your monitor is connected using an HDMI connector, try disconnecting it and then connecting with a DVI or VGA connector instead. Note: Always turn off the read more »

Error Message: Windows cannot load your profile because it may be corrupted.

  When you try to log on to Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition or Microsoft Windows XP Professional, you receive the following error message: Windows cannot load your profile because it may be corrupted. You may be logged in using a temporary User Profile. Reason: This issue may occur if the current user profile is damaged. Solution: To resolve this issue, create a new user profile. For additional information about how to create a new read more »

Ftapp.dll causes an Error Message.

  Installing iMesh on your Windows XP-based computer may generate an error message that is similar to: Explorer.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience. If you view the data that the error report contains, the following error signature information is displayed: App Name      App Version  Module Name  Module Version  Offset —————————————————————- Explorer.exe  6.0.2600.0   Ftapp.dll    1.0.0.1         000059be There may be other shareware or freeware programs that install this read more »