Windows NT, 2000, and XP
To see what IP address, default gateway, and subnet mask your computer is using:
Click the Start button and select All Programs (XP) or Programs (NT and 2000).
Select Accessories, then Command Prompt (2000 and XP), or Command Prompt (NT).
At the command prompt, enter: ipconfig
To close the command prompt, […]
If you have a printer connected to your computer, you can make prints of digital pictures. The quality of your prints depends upon a number of factors, including the type of printer paper, your choice of ink, and printer settings. You can control many of these settings when you print the picture, but also keep […]
How to remove Ultimate Cleaner (Removal Instructions)
What these programs do:
Ultimate Cleaner is a rogue anti-spyware program that is advertised through the use of Trojans, and other malware, that are installed without permission on to your computer. These advertisements are done through fake taskbar alerts, popups, and message boxes on your computer stating that you have […]
Initially check that the power cable is securely plugged in at the back of the computer as well as into a working power outlet. It’s amazing how often this is the case.
If you’re starting from a button on the keyboard, make sure the keyboard is connected to the computer.
If the computer is plugged into a […]
A driver is software that allows your computer to communicate with hardware or devices. Without drivers, the hardware you connect to your computer
To update drivers using Windows Update
Open Windows Update by clicking the Start button Picture of the Start button, clicking All Programs, and then clicking Windows Update.‚Äå Administrator permission required If you are prompted […]
Install all necessary network adapters. There should be instructions on how to do so that came with the package.
Verify that your Internet is connected and working. Open your web browser and try to visit a site you have not been to before (so you can be sure it is not already stored in your cache). […]
You can change the default printer to any other printer that you have connected to your computer.
Instructions
Click on the Start menu and click on Settings, then Printers.
A window will appear showing the icons of all the printers that are installed on your system. Right-click on the icon for the printer you want to use as […]
Use your mouse to click on the Start menu and select the Control Panel.
Click the “Network and Internet” button once the Control Panel loads and select the Network and Sharing Center.
Click the “Manage network connections” tab.
Look for the old network connections you wish to remove in the scroll box. Depending on how many connections you […]
From the File menu in your application program, click on Page Setup. A window will appear.
If you want to print a document in landscape orientation, click to put a dot beside “landscape.”
If you want to print a document in portrait orientation, click to put a dot beside “portrait.”
Click OK.
Print your document in the usual way.
If you get an error regarding a missing or corrupt hal.dll file, it might simply be the BOOT.INI file on the root of the C: drive that is mis-configured.
Here’s what to do:
Insert and boot from your Windows XP CD.
At the first R=Repair option, press the R key
Press the number that corresponds to the correct location […]