valentine's day 20 secrets of Windows XP

1. In previous versions, Windows was still very embarrassed embarrassed to show in detail the information from the system was working, but since the appearance of WindowsXP, this is no longer valid. We can peek in detail information about the current system run by doing a few easy steps namely,: Open [Command Prompt] on the [Accessories] from the [Start ]-->[ All Programs], then type in 'systeminfo'. On display will be presented a lot of useful information about your computer including the 'uptime'. If you want to save the information, type 'systeminfo> info.txt'. This command will generate the info.txt file can be read using Notepad. (WindowsXP Professional).

2. You can delete a file directly without having to first store in [Recycle Bin]. Click [Start], then click [Run ...], and then type in 'gpedit.msc'. Next select the [User Configuration Administrative Templates ]-->[ Components ]-->[ Windows ]-->[ Windows Explorer], and select 'Do not move deleted files to the Recycle Bin'. In addition to these functions, you can lead by tweaking a lot of functionality in gpedit, just careful, if one step can be your computer can no longer live normally. (WindowsXP Professional).

3. You can lock WindowsXP with just two mouse clicks. Not believe? Try to create a new shortcut on the desktop by using the right click of the mouse. Fill the command 'rundll32.exe user32.dll, LockWorkStation' in the location field. Give the shortcut a name that's up to you. After it appeared self shortcut on the desktop, click 2 times, now your computer will be locked. Another way is by pressing the Windows key and L on the keyboard simultaneously.

4. Whatever that means, WindowsXP deliberately and without feeling guilty hides some programs that some systems may not be all we need. One program that I could discuss here is Windows Messenger. To bring back the hidden program, try using Notepad to edit the existing sysoc.inf files in the directory / windows / inf /. Then look for the word 'hide' in every line program, then remove with a steady. After you save the file again, go to the [Add or Remove Programs] in [Control Panel], select [Add / Remove Windows Components]. There would seem all the previously hidden programs. Next up to you, which ones would be removed and which are left alone.

5. For those who like to play around with batch files via DOS, WindowsXP has a lot of interesting orders. These commands include 'eventcreate' and 'eventtriggers' to observe system events. 'typeperf' to monitor the performance of the system, 'schtasks' for menangangi sekejul. As always, finish each command with /? to get additional options.

6. WindowsXP already supports IP version 6 or IPv6 (the next generation of IP). Unfortunately, IPv6 is implemented in more ISP's, so try to just be we need a computer that is connected to a LAN. Type 'ipv6 install' on the [Run ...] (Relax, this process will not disrupt your LAN system). Next, type 'ipv6 /? " on the command line to get additional options. If you do not understand about this, it's okay, I also do not quite understand.

7. You can stop a few tasks that are active on the system with the command at a command prompt (I know, usually you use the task manager, khan?). Type 'taskkill / pid' and task number, or 'tskill' followed by the number / name of process. To determine the number task or process name, start typing 'tasklist', this command also provides information about the condition of your system at that time.

8. Windows XP will display the Zip file like a folder. This certainly would be more comfortable to wear when your computer specs good. But if your computer is one of those 'jadul' ancient aka bin slow, you can turn off this function by typing 'regsvr32 / u zipfldr.dll' at the command prompt. If you want to restore the original function type 'regsvr32 zipfldr.dll'.

9. XP has what is called ClearType (An anti-aliasing technology, new fonts from Microsoft). Unfortunately this function is not active by default. To activate ClearType, right click on desktop, select [Properties ]-->[ Appearance ]-->[ Effects], then select ClearType in the drop down menu, then click OK. Significant results from these features appear on the screen, especially laptops. If you want ClearType also appeared at the login screen, try changing the following registry [HKEY_USERS / .DEFAULT / Control Panel / Desktop / FontSmoothingType to 2].

10. You can use [Remote Assistance] to help a friend that uses NAT (Network Address Translation) on a home network, but this does not start automatically. Ask if your friend needs to force to send a Remote Assistance invitation email, and edit the file. Under RCTICKET attribute is its IP address NAT, such as 192.168.1.10. Replace the IP with the IP you are using right now. To help determine the IP, you can visit here. Make sure your friends to open port 3389. Next please helping each other.

11. You can run a program with a user or a different user without logging out perform ceremonial and logging in to. Right-click the program icon and select [Run As ...]. Enter the user name and password you want to use the sacrifice eh. This trick will be very useful when you are in the limited account but you want to have the authority as an administrator to install a program. Note: You will get more pleasure when running multiple programs with different different accounts on one system, but do not forget, this action could also lead to something unexpected. Want to know? Coba aja.

12. Windows XP has a bad habit or almost fussy in terms of forcing us to do auto updates, registration Passport, using Windows Messenger and so on. This comes in the form of coercion baloon tips in the lower right corner. To get rid from the face of Windows, try running [Regedit], then go to HKEY_CURRENT_USER / Software / Microsoft / Windows / Current Version / Explorer / Advanced, create a DWORD value with the name EnableBalloonTips and give a value of 0.

13. You can run Windows without having to fill in your user name or password first. Click [Run ...], type 'control userpasswords2', which will open the user accounts application. On tab [Users], remove the check in the Users Must Enter A User Name And Password To Use This Computer, then click OK. Next will appear the windows log on, enter your user name and password of the account that you will be using.

14. Internet Explorer 6 will delete temporary files only if you tell him. Run your Internet Explorer browser, select []-->[ Tools Internet Options Advanced ...]-->[], switch the view down the [Security area], then insert the check on Empty Temporary Internet Files folder when browser is closed.

15. WindowsXP has the ability to create animation / icon that shows the activities of the network. This is useful when you do not see any flashing lights flicker on the network card you use. Right-click [My Network Places] on the desktop, then select [Properties]. Right click on the description of your LAN, select [Properties], then fill in the check Show icon in notification area when connected. Now you'll see a tiny network icon on the desktop right corner when the current network of data transfer.

16. Start Menu will be very annoying if slow in generating the list of programs. To speed it up, you can change the registry [HKEY_CURRENT_USER / Control Panel / Desktop / MenuShowDelay] from 400 to a smaller number such as 0.

17. You can make changes to name (rename) a lot of files in a folder with just a few easy steps. Highlight or blocks of files to rename, then right-click one of them, then change the name of the file to your liking, press [Enter]. All the selected files will change its name earlier in accordance with the name of your choice, and behind him there is a special number to distinguish it.

18. Windows Media Player will display an album cover from which she was playing, if the cover image is found on the internet. If not found, you can use your own design image to appear. Simply provide the name of the image folder.jpg and put a folder with the tracks played by the Windows Media Player will display the image.

19. Key [Windows] + [Break] to bring [System Properties], the [Windows] + [D] will bring up the desktop, the [Windows] + [Tab] to move the active programs have moved the taskbar.

20. Substitute Windows XP is Windows Vista which previously named Longhorn.