X-Window System is what makes everything appear so friendly on the screen in LINUX.
The X-window system is a system-level application, or rather, a process that handles the display in Linux. Basically, what you see on your screen is coming from X. X-”talks” to the graphics display device (the graphics processor) and tells it what to […]
It is easy and even fun to create a database in Microsoft Access, and there is also little to no programming involved.
In fact, the only programming that I’ve found is a SQL view in which you can write SQL code. You start by opening Microsoft Access. Afterwards, you click on New at the top and […]
I have just recently upgraded my video editing software to Sony Vegas 7.0e Platinum.
I needed this because I also upgraded the camera I had been using to a new Sony A1U HD unit. I needed to upgrade the editor because Windows Movie Maker does not support HD video. I initially downloaded the free trial and […]
Ever wondered what to do with almost 3GB of space GMail provides you for emails?
GMail Drive Shell Extension will create a pseudo-drive on your computer and parse your Gmail inbox to provide you with an almost 3gb web drive! It’s free, and all you have to do is install “Gmail Drive Shell Extension” click on […]
Have you wondered how to get good wireless coverage in your house/yard/garage/basement/attic with out buying a dozen base stations that all bridge to your Internet access?
Here’s how you can get good coverage with just two base stations (Apple Airports). Having just purchased a new Apple Airport Extreme base station, I was unsure what do with […]
Speed up shutting down your PC! When you choose to shut down from the Start menu, Windows attempts to close any open programs and windows. Although this usually works well, a stubborn program or error condition may leave Windows hanging for a full minute before shutting down (or restarting).
By changing four Registry keys, you can […]