Windows Vista
Hidden Feature inside Windows Vista to resize images
Though I use TechSmith’s SnagIt to resize my pictures for uploading, a hidden feature or hack whatever you say inside Windows Vista that lets you resize your photos. But I still think if Microsoft had removed those junk features like, Readyboost, Spyware and hooked up a resizer app that could have been great.
This is how […]
Uninstall XP Powertoys in Windows Vista
Among the snags you’ll encounter when upgrading an XP system to Vista is that you may be unable to remove some software written exclusively for Windows XP. The problem is that some installers (which are also the uninstallers) refuse to operate on Vista.
A notable example are Microsoft’s own Powertoys; try to remove them after […]
Vista clients cannot access network shares over a VPN or dial-up connection
You may find that although Windows Vista clients can successfully connect to a VPN or Dial-up RAS connection, access to shares on the internal LAN fails. You may have Windows XP clients connecting over RAS using the same remote access settings and they are able to reach the shares without any problem. The Vista machines […]
Vista: Install Printer Via IP Address
How to install a printer by TCP/IP address.
1. Click Start and type print in the search box. Click Printers.
2. Select Add a Network, Wireless, or a Bluetooth Printer.
3. Click The Printer That I Want Isn’t Listed. 4. Select Add a printer using a TCP/IP address or hostname. Click Next.
5. Select TCP/IP Device in the Device […]
Vista: Enable NAP on VPN Connection
How to enable NAP or Network Access Protection on a VPN connection in Windows Vista.
Network Access Protection (NAP) allows administrators to ensure ongoing compliance with health policies.
To enforce NAP on a VPN connection, perform the following steps:
1. Click Start > Control Panel > Administrative Tools > Services.
2. In the Services Console, double-click on Network Access […]
Connect Bluetooth Blackberry in Vista
To connect a Bluetooth Blackberry device to your computer, make sure that you first make the Blackberry discoverable (visible) and (if necessary) give the Blackberry a name. Complete the following steps:
1. Right-click the Bluetooth Device Notification area icon and choose Add a Bluetooth Device. Or open the Bluetooth Devices dialog box from the Control Panel […]
