Microsoft has always been interested in developing the Silverlight for the last two years now but recently Microsoft released the latest version Silverlight 3.
What Is Silverlight?
Silverlight is a plug-in for delivering media experiences and interactive applications for the Web. Silverlight enables companies to design, develop, and deliver powerful applications and experiences for the web.
It works same as Adobe Flash and with Mac OS, Windows, Linux, and devices.
Silverlight was first introduced in 2007, the second version of which was released in September 2008 but the new and improved version Silverlight 3 was released in July 2009 with the feature called Smooth Streaming.
The free and 4MB tool will help you experience high-definition video playback right on your desktop.
Link to Silver Light: http://www.microsoft.com/silverlight/get-started/install/default.aspx
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Microsoft Launches Windows 7 Officially
On 22nd October, Microsoft had officially launched the latest generation of its Windows version that is Windows 7.Well by now almost all of us would be having some or the other image of the OS in mind but the full version of the OS is finally here with us. In case if you wish to know the reasons of buying the new OS for yourself, here are the facts listed by MS check http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-7/compare/top-ten-reasons.aspx.
So just decide the right version for you and pick up the copy for yourself. This time the confusion is less for the users to decide with which version to go as the new PCs will come with the pre-loaded version of Windows 7 Home Premium.
So what you can do is either get a new computer pre-loaded with Windows 7 or upgrade your old OS.
So just decide the right version for you and pick up the copy for yourself. This time the confusion is less for the users to decide with which version to go as the new PCs will come with the pre-loaded version of Windows 7 Home Premium.
So what you can do is either get a new computer pre-loaded with Windows 7 or upgrade your old OS.
Saturday, October 17, 2009
Real 3D Desktop 1.19
Real 3D Desktop 1.19use www.rapid8.com to download Get the reality on your desktop! You certainly know, the file queues on your Desktop becomes always longer, daily coming new files and you lose slowly the overview. Are you missing the certain order, the feeling of a genuine desk, just the reality? "Real Desktop" brings back this experience to you again! Your icons behaving now to the high performance physics engine like real objects which one you can touch and move, as on a real desk. By this revolutionary new type of representation of the Desktop you dip off into a new dimension of full live and exciting dynamics. Thus you recover the possibility of designing your personal order in the own chaos exactly as in the real life.Do you have older files on your Desktop, which you would like to put aside for later?No Problem! "Mark it, grap it and throw it just in a corner."Are some files more important than others for you? You have the possibility with "Real Desktop" to change the (visual) the size of your files. In this way, important files take more place on the desk than the other ones and are thus easier to find and reach.A exceedingly special aspect is however the own actualization. You have the choice between different background and icon styles. It is particularly interesting that you can realize your completely individual Style by own graphics.http://rapidshare.com/files/168748232/Real_3D_Desktop_1.19.rar
Information on Windows Registry
Almost all of us have come across this term “Windows Registry” and many of us have even done some changes in it but without knowing what it is and what it does. Also many posts of mine include registry editing but none tells you what actually a registry is.
Windows Registry
The Windows Registry is the most important component of a computer and is responsible for its proper working. It is a directory that stores settings and other things for Microsoft’s Windows operating systems. This directory contains all the information and settings used by all the hardware and software installed in the system. In short, the registry is what that stores all the important information about the computer’s operating system and other software and hardware.
Registry Hive
A registry hive is a group of keys, sub keys and values in the registry that has a set of supporting files storing data. While Registry Keys are similar to folders that can contain many other subfolders, Registry Values are the data stored inside those keys.The hives are abbreviated to a three or four letter name starting with “HK” like HKCU or HKLM. There are five major types of them, each having its individual functionality.
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT (HKCR)HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT
also referred to as HKCR stores information about registered applications such as file associations. The information that is stored here makes sure that the correct program opens when you open a file by using Windows Explorer.
HKEY_CURRENT_USER (HKCU)HKEY_CURRENT_USER (HKCU)
also referred to as HKCU stores settings and info that are specific to the currently logged-in user of the system. The user’s folders, screen colors, and Control Panel settings are stored here and the key is a link to the sub key of HKEY_USERS.HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE (HKLM)HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE (HKLM)
also referred to as HKLM stores settings and info that are common to all users of the computer. It stores information particular to the computer for any user.
HKEY_CURRENT_CONFIG (HKCC)HKEY_CURRENT_CONFIG also referred to as HKCC stores information gathered at runtime and the hardware profile generated by the local computer at system startup.HKEY_USERS (HKU)HKEY_USERS also referred to as HKU stores actively loaded user profiles on the computer and contains the key HKCU as its sub key.Registry EditingRegistry can be edited by using the Windows default registry editor, however incorrect editing may lead to the improper functioning of the system. To run registry editor, type regedit in the Run dialog.Thank you all
Windows Registry
The Windows Registry is the most important component of a computer and is responsible for its proper working. It is a directory that stores settings and other things for Microsoft’s Windows operating systems. This directory contains all the information and settings used by all the hardware and software installed in the system. In short, the registry is what that stores all the important information about the computer’s operating system and other software and hardware.
Registry Hive
A registry hive is a group of keys, sub keys and values in the registry that has a set of supporting files storing data. While Registry Keys are similar to folders that can contain many other subfolders, Registry Values are the data stored inside those keys.The hives are abbreviated to a three or four letter name starting with “HK” like HKCU or HKLM. There are five major types of them, each having its individual functionality.
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT (HKCR)HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT
also referred to as HKCR stores information about registered applications such as file associations. The information that is stored here makes sure that the correct program opens when you open a file by using Windows Explorer.
HKEY_CURRENT_USER (HKCU)HKEY_CURRENT_USER (HKCU)
also referred to as HKCU stores settings and info that are specific to the currently logged-in user of the system. The user’s folders, screen colors, and Control Panel settings are stored here and the key is a link to the sub key of HKEY_USERS.HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE (HKLM)HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE (HKLM)
also referred to as HKLM stores settings and info that are common to all users of the computer. It stores information particular to the computer for any user.
HKEY_CURRENT_CONFIG (HKCC)HKEY_CURRENT_CONFIG also referred to as HKCC stores information gathered at runtime and the hardware profile generated by the local computer at system startup.HKEY_USERS (HKU)HKEY_USERS also referred to as HKU stores actively loaded user profiles on the computer and contains the key HKCU as its sub key.Registry EditingRegistry can be edited by using the Windows default registry editor, however incorrect editing may lead to the improper functioning of the system. To run registry editor, type regedit in the Run dialog.Thank you all
What is Recycler Folder and How to remove it
If you have used Windows for quite some time now then you must have seen this folder called RECYCLER. But many people don’t know what this folder is and what is it doing in the drive?What is Recycler folder?
The Recycler folder is used only on NTFS partitions and is referred to as a location where all the deleted files go after they have been deleted by the user. Now you may be wondering if it contains the deleted files then why we have the Recycle Bin.When a file is deleted it goes to the Recycle Bin but when the Recycle Bin is emptied, the files are stored in this Recycler folder. This is the reason why we can still restore the deleted data in the Windows.
Difference between Recycle Bin and Recycler
Recycle Bin stores the file that are deleted from the computer until it is emptied completely whereas the Recycler folder contains a Recycle Bin for each user that logs on to the computer.
Recycled Folder
This is something different than the Recycler folder as Recycled is same as Recycle Bin. That is both Recycled and Recycle Bin are just two different names for the same memory location.
How to delete Recycler
FolderRecycler is a read only folder and that is why it gave error if you tried to delete it. To view the folder, go to Tools -> Folder Options -> View tab and uncheck the option of Hide Protected operating System Files.Now just right click on the folder, go to Properties and unselect the option of Read Only. Now it can be deleted.
Recycler Virus
There has been identified a virus with the same name that is Recycler.exe which should not be confused with the Recycler folder.
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Repair Bad Sectors on Hard Disk with HDD Regenerat
I have mentioned earlier about removing the bad sectors from the disk but recently one of our readers named Rob, told me about a tool that can repair the bad sectors easily and reliably.The tool is called HDD Regenerator and the tool is able to detect physical bad sectors on a hard disk drive surface. It can also repair the physical bad sectors (magnetic errors).Advantages:1. The tool can work on any file system like FAT or NTFS.2. Bootable regenerating flash can be created from the program and used to automatically start regenerating process.3. Bootable regenerating CD allows starting regenerating process under DOS automatically.The tool has been tested successfully on many computers and yes the data is unaffected. Download Link : http://www.abstradrome.com/hdd.html
How to Check Memory Used by Web Pages
There are lots of web browsers in the world like Firefox, Chrome and IE and each of them consumes different memory for opening the same web page.Firefox is a heavy web browser that takes lot of memory to open a page but the add-ons it support really make it worthwhile. But if you wish to know how much memory is consumed in opening a web page then what you need is Google Chrome.Chrome has a built in Task Manager that can show you how much memory is being consumed in opening a web page. All you need to do is access the Task Manager either by right clicking on the chrome on taskbar or by pressing Shift + Esc when Chrome is maximized.A window like the one above will open that will show you the memory requirements by the browser however if you want to see more details then click the link “Stats for nerds”.If you know any other method then share it here.
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