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Since the original computer bug shown in the image was documented by Grace Hopper , computer software sometimes fails in mysterious ways. This is frustrating for end users and developers alike, but there are a few do’s and don’ts that will get the problem fixed faster. I’m placing this here as something...
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Filed under: Software Engineering, HowTo, Hacks, Beta Testing, Windows, Windows Vista, Home Computing, Technology, Help Me, Troubleshooting, Workarounds, Debugging, Hints and Tips, .NET, C#, Visual Studio, Bugs, Windows 7, D'oh!
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The buzz around Windows 7 is really positive, in contrast to the luke-warm reaction that Windows Vista received. Just check out the Twitter keyword #Windows7 to see what I mean. Right from the first moment I saw Windows 7 beta, several months ago, I characterised it as “Windows Vista – finished”. While...
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Fri, Jul 24 2009
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Filed under: IT, Beta Testing, Small Business, Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, Home Computing, Technology, Business, Endorsements, Emerging Technology, Windows 7
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Having problems with your sleep? Well, I can’t help you with that. Try reading an RFC or something. However, if it’s your computer that will not go to sleep, I have a suggestion. In the network adapter’s properties is a Power Management tab. There are three checkboxes that control Wake-On-LAN. Make sure...
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The magic word is “4 Gigabytes”. That’s the maximum amount of memory addressable by a 32-bit processor. So you might think that 64-bit becomes a sensible choice when you want more than 4Gb of RAM in your computer and 32-bit for 4Gb or less. We know from experience that 4Gb is a very comfortable fit for...
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Our advice: don’t bother. Keep your money. We’ve never seen any hard evidence that there is any advantage in a so-called registry optimizer. Under some specific circumstances, they can be useful, but they can also do a lot of damage. The Windows Registry does not need to be cleaned in the same way that...
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I’ve been playing with Windows 7 beta (7000.0.081212-1400) for the first time today. I think I can sum it up as “Vista with a bit of polish”. This is probably what Vista would have been like if Microsoft had waited until it was really ready. I performed an upgrade install from Vista Ultimate x64 on my...
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I'm curious how many Microsoft Partners are/are not deploying Windows Vista. I've started a discussion thread at the SBSC group on LinkedIn . If you're not already a member of that group, please take this opportunity to join if you are SBSC qualified. Share this post: | | |
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Are you making the most of Windows Search? This was one of the most important new features introduced with Windows Vista that can save you a good deal of time. Instead of clicking through layers of folder hierarchy, simply type the filename or a phrase that occurs in your document and Windows will find...
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The 2008 launch wave is gaining momentum. Microsoft announced a few hours ago that both Windows Vista Service Pack 1 and Windows Server 2008 have been released to manufacturing. Windows Vista service pack 1 will likely impact most users in the short term. At TiGra Networks, we've been actively involved...
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Tue, Feb 5 2008
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Filed under: IT, SBS, Small Business Server, Beta Testing, Small Business, Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, Newsletter, TiGra News, IT Industry, Home Computing, SBSC, Technology, TiGra Networks, Business, Small Business Specialist, Partners
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I was reading an article by David Overton , a Microsoft employee whose opinions I really respect. Of course, being a Microsoft employee he is always keen to play up the benefits of Microsoft's products, but I think he manages to do so in a fair and reasonable way and his comments are always rooted...
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Fri, Oct 19 2007
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Filed under: Opinion, IT, Software Engineering, Security, Small Business, Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, IT Industry, Home Computing, SBSC
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Windows Vista and Office 2007 Done Right TiGra Networks is pleased to be able to offer our own range of Office Ready PCs loaded with Windows Vista Business and Office 2007 Small Business Edition (other editions also available on request). Our PCs use the highest quality genuine brand name components...
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I've been getting used to using Windows Vista on my tablet PC, so that when I go back to my Windows XP development workstation I suddenly miss all the bells and whistles of Vista. I was wondering what people would miss if their Vista were taken away and they had to return to Windows XP? For me, it is...
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I have a great idea for how you can get a free copy of Windows Vista. Just visit your nearest branch of PC World, pick up a copy off the shelf and walk out without paying for it! At this point, you are either considering doing something illegal (in which case you're on your own - go get yourself arrested...
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Tue, Feb 13 2007
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Filed under: Opinion, IT, Hacks, Small Business, Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, IT Industry, Home Computing, SBSC
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There is a lot of "me too" journalism going around at the moment where the reporter will show off all the nice features of Windows Vista then, at the last minute, will say something like "oh, but its not worth upgrading for now ". It somehow reminds me of Martin Bashir's interviews with Michael Jackson...
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If you have both a desktop PC and a laptop, then this is for you. I’ve always thought that I should be able to use my laptop screen as a second monitor when I’m in the office. The feature is so nearly built into Windows with Remote Desktop, but that’s the opposite of what I want to do. When I’m using...