For a lot of people, using a Windows computer isn’t exactly a experience that can be “customized”.  Most people work hard just to figure out how the operating system works. The extent of “customizing” involves things like changing the Windows desktop background or configuring the default email system. Given, there are plenty of readers that could alter some of the most obscure regions of the Windows OS, but for the...

The Windows operating system is a complex structure that hosts a lot of processes. As you add and remove hardware and software, problems or conflicts can occur, and in some cases it can become very tedious to pinpoint the source. However, Windows provides a basic tool that simplifies the search for the culprit. Windows Safe Mode is a boot option to start your computer in a limited state. Only basic files and drivers absolutely...

How to Change the Network Name and Icon in Windows 7 Information This will show you how to change the network name and icon in the Network and Sharing Center. 1. Click or right click on the Network icon in the notification area, then click on Open Network and Sharing Center. (See screenshot below) OR 2. Open the Control Panel (All items view), and click on the Network and Sharing Center...

Positioned as companions to either desktop or laptop computers, netbooks are small, light, convenient devices that allow for most of the basic computing functions found in larger systems. One of the most important decisions you will have to make when buying a netbook is whether to buy Windows XP or Windows 7 Starter for your operating system. Windows XP had a long and fruitful life as the operating system of choice for almost...

It is a well known fact that a high percentage of identity thefts are done by family, friends (I use this word loosely) and acquaintances.  We’ve all heard the cases where someone who the victim knows gets a hold of their personal information somehow and wreaks havoc with their credit.  This can be done several ways including getting a hold of credit card offers (or other personal mail), snooping in purses or wallets, and even...