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8/11/2004
Windows XP: SP2 Problems
WINDOWS XP: Problems with the latest release service pack (sp2) for WinXP http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?kbid=842242
10/26/2004
Description of the Microsoft Windows registry
This article describes Windows registry. This article also includes information about how to edit the registry, and lists references for additional information. Win Registry
10/29/2004
Remove invalid entries from operating system menu
A common problem after reinstalling an Operating System (OS) is the appearance of a boot screen with multiple OS options, even though there is only one OS on the system. The traditional method of removing the invalid entry is to manually edit the boot.ini file. (Ref), But XP provides an alternative method that eliminates the danger of manual editing by using the System Configuration Utility.
To Remove the Invalid Entry in Win XP
- Click Start > Run
- In the Open: line type msconfig and click OK to open System Configuration Utility
- Select the tab labeled BOOT.INI
- Click the button labeled Check All Boot Paths
- A dialog box will open detailing the location of any invalid operating system locations.
- Confirm you want to remove the entry and reboot the system.
02/13/2005
Bluetooth Pairing: definition and overview
Bluetooth Pairing happens when two Bluetooth enabled devices agree to communicate with one another. When this happens, the two devices join what is called a trusted pair. When one device recognizes another device in an established trusted pair, each device automatically accepts communication, bypassing the discovery and authentication process that normally happen during Bluetooth interactions. More here.
02/13/2005
Remove Start up programs
Enter "msconfig" at the RUN prompt to see a list of start up programs, enable and disable it.
02/14/2005
Configuring an ASP.NET Application for an ASP.NET Version
Register “aspnet_isapi.dll” with “aspnet_regiis.exe –i”. On my XP machine “aspnet_regiis.exe” is found at "C:\WINDOWS\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v1.1.4322"
More:
The VS7.x(Visual Studio 2002 Visual Studio 2003) Debugger doesn’t work. What can I do?
Microsoft MSDN
02/18/2005
Installing MSDE on Windows XP
If you are getting an error message while installing MSDE on windows try the following command
setup.exe SAPWD=Admin DISABLENETWORKPROTOCOLS=0 SECURITYMODE=SQL
A discussion thread is at Experts Exchange.
03/13/2005
FAT to NTFS
To convert FAT Disks (D:\) to NTFS type the following in the command prompt
convert D: /fs:ntfs
More details here.
03/15/2005
Two Lans in XP
You need a static IP address on your desk and a dynamic IP at home. To solve this problem configure the primary connection as DHCP and alternative IP setup as fixed. In Windows XP you get to see the tab by going [Control Panel > Network Connections > Local Area Connection > Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) > Properties > Obtain IP Address Automatically]
References
[1] http://support.microsoft.com
06/23/2005
Misc
Go to Start > Run > type "appwiz.cpl" to open the Add/Remove applet in Windows XP.
Similarly go to Start > Run > type "compmgmt.msc \s" to open the Computer Management applet in Windows XP machine.
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