1. Set a Router PasswordFailing to set or change the default password of your wireless router or access point is probably one of the most common security holes in home networks. The reason is that even if you take all the other suggested steps with SSID, WEP and WPA settings, wireless transmission of data is not 100% secure. If someone succeeds in accessing your network, the security settings in
Thursday, 30 June 2011
Tips for Securing Your Wireless Network
Posted on 23:57 by Unknown
Posted in anti-virus, computer, ESET NOD32, filtering, General, mac, malware, media access control, netowrking, password, privacy, protect, secure, SSID, WEP, wifi, wired, wireless, WPA
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How to Change Windows Update Notifications from ESET
Posted on 06:56 by Unknown
ESET NOD32 notifies users when Windows updates are available alongside updating its own virus signature database. This guide will walk you through how to change which level of Windows updates ESET will notify you about.
Open the ESET software by clicking Start » All Programs » ESET Folder » ESET NOD32 Antivirus folder » ESET NOD32 Antivirus.
Press the F5 key to open the Advanced options
Open the ESET software by clicking Start » All Programs » ESET Folder » ESET NOD32 Antivirus folder » ESET NOD32 Antivirus.
Press the F5 key to open the Advanced options
The Quetzalcoatl CaseMod, Part 3
Posted on 01:48 by Unknown
Part 3: Hinged side panelsFor the Quetzalcoatl mod, I wanted sloped panels to create a pyramid shape under the head of the feathered serpent cap. To keep the weight down, I used sheets of PVC plastic for the extended side panels, but had to come up with a way to angle the sides uniformly, and to have enough strength to hold up to handling. If I made them stationary, it might make it difficult to
Posted in byopc, cabling, case, computer, cooling, extreme, fan, lighting effects, mod, modding, water cooling
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Wednesday, 29 June 2011
How to Create a Chart in Microsoft Word 2010
Posted on 06:03 by Unknown
Even though Microsoft Word is not designed to manipulate data like Microsoft Excel, you still have the ability to create data chart within a document. This guide will walk-through how to build a chart
using Microsoft Word 2010.
Open Microsoft Word 2010 by clicking Start » All Programs » Microsoft Office » Microsoft Word 2010.
Click the Insert tab across the top of the page.
Click the
using Microsoft Word 2010.
Open Microsoft Word 2010 by clicking Start » All Programs » Microsoft Office » Microsoft Word 2010.
Click the Insert tab across the top of the page.
Click the
Windows 7 File Sharing Essentials
Posted on 00:58 by Unknown
You can share files and folders in several different ways. Windows provides two methods for sharing files from your computer, you can share files from any folder on your computer, or from the Public folder. Which method you use depends on where you want to store the shared folders, who you want to share them with, and how much control you want to have over the files. Either method allows you to
Tuesday, 28 June 2011
How to Roll Back Drivers in Windows 7
Posted on 06:02 by Unknown
This is a how-to article on rolling back device driver updates in Windows 7. This can be useful if there is a device driver update that causes issues with the system.
Click on the Start button in the bottom left, then right-click on Computer and select Properties.
On the new System window, click on Device Manager in the top left.
Locate the device on the list. In this case, the graphics
Click on the Start button in the bottom left, then right-click on Computer and select Properties.
On the new System window, click on Device Manager in the top left.
Locate the device on the list. In this case, the graphics
The Quetzalcoatl CaseMod, Part 2
Posted on 01:33 by Unknown
Part 2: Tear it down to build it up. or Removing parts not needed to make space for the ones that are.Cover up that window!This case design does not involve windows and fancy internal lighting, so the side case window and fan are removed and replaced with a solid panel. A piece of thin sheet steel is cut to fit the window opening and attached with sheet metal screws. I probably could have left
Monday, 27 June 2011
How to Create an Equation in Microsoft Word 2010
Posted on 08:28 by Unknown
Creating mathematic equations is a capability of Microsoft Word 2010. There are several pre-set equations that can be entered quickly. This guide will walk-through how to insert an equation into a Microsoft Word 2010 document.
Open Microsoft Word 2010 by clicking Start » All Programs » Microsoft Office » Microsoft Word 2010.
Click the Insert tab across the top.
Click the Equation button
Open Microsoft Word 2010 by clicking Start » All Programs » Microsoft Office » Microsoft Word 2010.
Click the Insert tab across the top.
Click the Equation button
Windows 7 Developer Shortcuts
Posted on 03:15 by Unknown
[caption id="attachment_179" align="alignnone" width="300" caption="Each of the following sixteen lines creates a special pointer to internal system features found in Windows 7."][/caption]To use these developer shortcuts, create a new folder and copy one of the following items as the folder name. Type or paste the entire line, including the period and data string in the curly braces.The
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Friday, 24 June 2011
How to Repair the Outlook Data PST file with the ScanPST tool
Posted on 11:20 by Unknown
This is a how-to document on the topic of repairing the Outlook Data PST file using the ScanPST tool included with Microsoft Office.
Note: This document assumes that the location of the PST file is known. If it is not known, see the www.microcentertech.com document titled "How to Find the PST file in Outlook 2010."
Close Outlook if it is open.
Open up Computer or My Computer.
Open the
Note: This document assumes that the location of the PST file is known. If it is not known, see the www.microcentertech.com document titled "How to Find the PST file in Outlook 2010."
Close Outlook if it is open.
Open up Computer or My Computer.
Open the
The Quetzalcoatl CaseMod
Posted on 07:26 by Unknown
During my first case mod project of the Borg Cube, I took time to explore and compare several different case mod techniques, including window cutting, light kits and water cooling. These procedures are fairly basic in terms of modifying or altering a plain vanilla computer case. But, if you ignore the glued-on pieces of toys and printer parts, no significant changes were made to the double wide
Thursday, 23 June 2011
How to Insert a Citation into Microsoft Word 2010
Posted on 05:43 by Unknown
When writing a paper for class or making a reference to another work, it is important to include a citation. Using the citation feature in Microsoft Word rather than using the manual method is useful as it adds the citation to a list so Microsoft Word can later create a bibliography for the document automatically. This guide will walk-through how to insert a citation into a Microsoft Word
Using Windows XP Files and Settings Wizard for Backup
Posted on 02:36 by Unknown
FAST LimitationsThe Windows XP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard can only back up settingsfor the user that is currently logged in. If multiple system users are configuredon the system, the Files and Settings Wizard must be run for each user.The FAST Wizard only archives specified files from the system drive, and typicallyonly from the folders contained in the Documents and Settings folders. If
Posted in backup, disk cleanup, FAST Wizard, file, folders, General, PC, run, tool, tranfer, wizard
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Wednesday, 22 June 2011
How to Create an Envelope Label in Microsoft Word 2010
Posted on 06:16 by Unknown
Hand writing information on envelopes can be tedious work. Microsoft Word 2010 can print the information directly on the envelope for you. This guide will show you how to create an envelope in Microsoft Office 2010 to print directly on the envelope.
Open Microsoft Word 2010 by clicking Start » All Programs » Microsoft Office » Microsoft Word 2010.
Click the Mailings tab across the top.
Open Microsoft Word 2010 by clicking Start » All Programs » Microsoft Office » Microsoft Word 2010.
Click the Mailings tab across the top.
The Borg Cube Case Mod, Part 6
Posted on 01:07 by Unknown
This is the continuing saga of Borg Assimilation. Our cube appears to be seeking out advanced technology feature and programming support. Unfortunately, we find that the newer hardware is not always supported by the operating system (and our core systems are not the most advanced, either!) Here are the log files showing the analysis of the assimilated system code.BORG Assimilated technology (AKA
Posted in byopc, cabling, case, computer, cooling, extreme, lighting effects, mod, modding, water cooling
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Tuesday, 21 June 2011
How to Update License Details in ESET NOD32
Posted on 05:23 by Unknown
After registering ESET NOD32, you will receive a new username and password. Once you have the username and password (your license details), the final step in updating your software is to enter the information into the software on your machine. This how-to guide will walk you through updating the license details in your ESET NOD32 Antivirus.
Open the ESET software by clicking Start » All Programs
Open the ESET software by clicking Start » All Programs
The Borg Cube Case Mod, Part 5
Posted on 00:07 by Unknown
Finishing Touches and Special EffectsI discovered that the Thermaltake water-cooling kit for the CPU has a neat little installation trick. The pump and the small shampoo-bottle style reservoir already had flat steel brackets mounted to them. The water cooling kit includes a number of small, extremely strong magnets that are to be placed between the bracket and the case, holding the pump and
Posted in borg, byopc, cabling, case, computer, cooling, drive bays, extreme, fan, lighting effects, mod, Modding, star trek, water cooling
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Monday, 20 June 2011
How to Import Music into Windows Media Player
Posted on 06:10 by Unknown
This article will walk-through the steps of importing music into Windows Media player. By default, Windows Media Player will import any music saved into the Music Directory of your user account, but any music stored in different locations will have to be imported.
Open Windows Media Player by clicking Start » All Programs » Windows Media Player.
Press the F3 key on the keyboard. This is the
Open Windows Media Player by clicking Start » All Programs » Windows Media Player.
Press the F3 key on the keyboard. This is the
The Borg Cube Case Mod, Part 4
Posted on 01:24 by Unknown
Case top with coolant reservoir and temperature gaugeThe top of the case is enhanced in a similar fashion, but it already has a plastic sheath over the metal. Drive bay mounting brackets are used to anchor the drive bay water reservoir to the top of the case. Holes drilled in the top allow the heavy vinyl tubing to enter the case, and the vinyl hose is protected from the sharp metal with more
Friday, 17 June 2011
How to Repair Email Account Settings in Microsoft Outlook 2010
Posted on 08:24 by Unknown
This is a how-to article for Microsoft Outlook 2010 on the subject of repairing email account settings. This could be useful if Outlook has stopped sending and receiving messages or there are other related errors.
Within Outlook, click on the File option in the top left.
Click on Account Settings.
Click on Account Settings on the submenu that appears.
Select the email account to be
Within Outlook, click on the File option in the top left.
Click on Account Settings.
Click on Account Settings on the submenu that appears.
Select the email account to be
The Borg Cube Case Mod, Part 3
Posted on 02:19 by Unknown
Side Windows: Pneumatic shears vs. Nibbler ToolStarting with the power supply side case panel and a commercial window kit, I marked the position for the plastic window insert using a marker pen. The opening needs to be about an eighth of an inch larger for the rubber gasket to fit between the window and the metal case. I also marked out a smaller opening that would take a special effect lighting
Thursday, 16 June 2011
How to Run a Check Disk
Posted on 05:45 by Unknown
If a hard drive is giving errors or there is ever a message saying your disk needs checked for consistency, you may have bad sectors in your hard drive. To scan and correct these errors, you should run a check disk. This guide will walk you through how to run a check disk function.
Click Start and then click Computer.
Right-click on the drive C: and select Properties.
Click the Tools
Click Start and then click Computer.
Right-click on the drive C: and select Properties.
Click the Tools
The Borg Cube Case Mod, Part 2
Posted on 00:04 by Unknown
Abrasive Cut-off WheelsImmediately after installing the system board and power supplies, I found that the main motherboard power cable would not reach the connector on the system board. One of the first modifications was to cut two holes, one through the motherboard tray and a second through the center partition in the case. This allows the power connection to loop directly from the power supply
Wednesday, 15 June 2011
Enable or Disable Web Access Protection for ESET NOD32
Posted on 06:40 by Unknown
ESET NOD32 has an excellent web access protection system. If you need to temporarily disable this or it has become disabled and needs to be re-enabled, this how to guide will walk you through the steps to do so.
Open the ESET software by clicking Start » All Programs » ESET Folder » ESET NOD32 Antivirus folder » ESET NOD32 Antivirus.
Press the F5 key to open the Advanced options window.
Open the ESET software by clicking Start » All Programs » ESET Folder » ESET NOD32 Antivirus folder » ESET NOD32 Antivirus.
Press the F5 key to open the Advanced options window.
The Borg Cube Case Mod, Part 1
Posted on 00:55 by Unknown
[caption id="attachment_102" align="alignnone" width="300" caption="Old Simon & Shuster game + Server Case = Borg Cube?"][/caption]The Borg case mod was my very first attempt at "extreme case modding". The project was an experiment that allowed me to determine what sort of tools might be required, and how well they might work for this purpose. It also was an excuse to get creative and integrate a
Tuesday, 14 June 2011
How to Change the Keyboard Input Language in Windows 7
Posted on 05:59 by Unknown
This is a how-to document for Windows 7 on the topic of changing the Keyboard Layout or Input Language. This can be useful if input in another language is required or preferred.
Click on the Start button in the bottom left, then choose Control Panel.
On the right side of the screen, under Clock, Language and Region, click on Change keyboards or other input methods.
On the new window,
Click on the Start button in the bottom left, then choose Control Panel.
On the right side of the screen, under Clock, Language and Region, click on Change keyboards or other input methods.
On the new window,
Troubleshooting
Posted on 01:04 by Unknown
Troubleshooting a computer or its peripherals doesn’t require the user to know how their system works in detail or to be a certified computer technician. While a specific problem may take more steps to solve, six basic steps will permit a user to troubleshoot most computer or peripheral faults effectively: Observe Symptoms Isolate Problems Research Information Identify Solutions Apply Fixes
Posted in anti-virus, assistance, computer, help, msconfig, PC, repair, software, troubleshooting
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Monday, 13 June 2011
Choosing a Case
Posted on 00:41 by Unknown
Computer cases come in many shapes, sizes, colors and levels of functionality. Before purchasing a case you'll want to consider several things.Functionality vs. AestheticsEnd users tend to choose a case based on outside appearance and price. Computer experts tend to choose based on functionality and brands. The quality of most cases that would be considered aesthetically pleasing tends to vary,
Posted in ATX, case, cooling, drive bays, form factor, LED, lighting, New System Build, power supply
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Friday, 10 June 2011
How to Add RSS Feeds in Microsoft Outlook 2010
Posted on 07:41 by Unknown
This is a how-to article on the topic of adding RSS Feeds to Microsoft Outlook 2010. This could be useful to keep up-to-date on updates for a specific website, for example www.microcentertech.com
Using Internet Explorer, locate the RSS feed icon on the website to be added. In this example, we will add the www.microcentertech.com RSS feed to Outlook. The orange RSS icon is seen here highlighted in
Using Internet Explorer, locate the RSS feed icon on the website to be added. In this example, we will add the www.microcentertech.com RSS feed to Outlook. The orange RSS icon is seen here highlighted in
Anti-Static Wrist straps
Posted on 00:47 by Unknown
As the humidity in the air drops during the winter months, you can collect huge levels of static electricity from moving across carpeted floors, shifting around on a plastic or fabric chair or even from friction between the layers of fabric in your clothes. When the static builds to a level higher than your surroundings, it may arc from you to a conductive surface like a door knob, a file
Posted in byopc, electricity, electro-static discharge, ESD, General, ground wire, power supply, volt, voltage
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Thursday, 9 June 2011
The Penguin Palace Mod, Part 4: Lighting FX and System Specs
Posted on 00:43 by Unknown
Ripple Effect Lighting DiskThe appearance of rippling water was created by carving grooves into the top of a ¼ inch plastic disk, then heat polishing the surface. The disk rotates on a tiny gear motor, distorting the light from blue and cyan LEDs mounted under the disk. A scrap molex connector is used to provide 12v DC for the LEDs and 5v DC for the gear motor. LEDs are arranged in series of
Wednesday, 8 June 2011
How to Change Advanced Settings for ESET NOD32
Posted on 09:03 by Unknown
ESET NOD32 has many advanced settings. This guide will walk you through the steps of how to change these advanced settings for the real-time file system protection.
Open the ESET software by clicking Start » All Programs » ESET Folder ESET NOD32 Antivirus folder » ESET NOD32 Antivirus.
Press the F5 key to open the options window.
Under real-time file system protection, click Advanced
Open the ESET software by clicking Start » All Programs » ESET Folder ESET NOD32 Antivirus folder » ESET NOD32 Antivirus.
Press the F5 key to open the options window.
Under real-time file system protection, click Advanced
The Penguin Palace Mod, Part 3: Top Panel, Case Feet and Waterfall Panel Construction
Posted on 00:12 by Unknown
Top Panel ConstructionA shallow dome with a central depression around the fill port funnels overflows back into the fill hole. The Danger Den fill port reservoir was glued to the panel before installation on the case, and is centered in the 90mm fan hole that was on the top of the case. I concealed the four screw holes by carving the frosty edges around the dome.I created feet using four layers
Tuesday, 7 June 2011
How to Add an Internet Calendar to Microsoft Outlook 2010
Posted on 11:13 by Unknown
This is a how-to article for Microsoft Outlook 2010 on the topic of adding a calendar from the Internet to the Calendar display.
Note: This article assumes that you already have the link to the calendar in .ICS format.
In Outlook, click on Calendar in the bottom left.
Along the top, click on Open Calendar.
On the submenu that opens, choose From Internet.
Paste the URL (Ctrl+V) for
Note: This article assumes that you already have the link to the calendar in .ICS format.
In Outlook, click on Calendar in the bottom left.
Along the top, click on Open Calendar.
On the submenu that opens, choose From Internet.
Paste the URL (Ctrl+V) for
The Penguin Palace Mod, Part 2: How to Create a Waterfall Effect
Posted on 01:36 by Unknown
[caption id="attachment_29" align="alignnone" width="300" caption="Water flowing through the door panel looks milky from tiny air bubbles."][/caption]The waterfall effect was created by building up layers of plastic on the side panel with openings to feed the water back and forth. One of my concerns was that the waterfall effect would generate turbulence which would cause additional air bubbles
Monday, 6 June 2011
How to Set Up Desktop Gadgets in Windows 7
Posted on 11:21 by Unknown
This is a how-to article on setting up Desktop Gadgets in Windows 7. Gadgets are small application windows that run behind programs and do things like display news updates, display CPU usage, stock tickers and more.
Click on the Start button in the bottom left, and in the Search Programs and Files box enter the word "gadget" without quotes and press Enter.
In the new window, select a Gadget
Click on the Start button in the bottom left, and in the Search Programs and Files box enter the word "gadget" without quotes and press Enter.
In the new window, select a Gadget
Introduction to The Penguin Palace Mod
Posted on 01:20 by Unknown
[caption id="attachment_18" align="alignnone" width="225" caption="Cool & Frosty: The completed Penguin Palace case mod"][/caption]This case mod project started when I had the idea that it might be interesting to run coolant through the side of the case. It was a relatively quick case modification, meaning time spent on the project was less than fifty hours from the time I picked up the tools.The
Friday, 3 June 2011
How to Adjust Sound Settings in Windows 7
Posted on 07:51 by Unknown
This article is a how-to on adjusting the sound settings in Windows 7. This can be useful if the audio is not playing properly or if another audio output device is required.
Click on the Start button in the bottom left. Then, in the Search programs and files box, type in "sound" without the quotes.
Choose Sound from the list.
To check if an audio device is working, right-click on the
Click on the Start button in the bottom left. Then, in the Search programs and files box, type in "sound" without the quotes.
Choose Sound from the list.
To check if an audio device is working, right-click on the
Thursday, 2 June 2011
How to Delete a User Account in Windows 7
Posted on 05:53 by Unknown
This document is a guide on how to delete a user account in Windows 7. This can be useful when you have a user account that is no longer in use or if you had just created a user account for a test. When deleting a user account, you have the option to retain the files associated with that user account or to delete them along with the account.
Click on the Start icon in the lower left corner
Click on the Start icon in the lower left corner
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