Screensavers are usually configurable using the screensaver menu. However there are some options in the screensavers that are only accessible via the registry editor. Bear in mind that registries are advanced Windows and program parameters so make sure to alter only the registry values. Be sure to backup the Windows registry just in case.
07.7.09 | Windows Vista Tips | Computerexpert
In most of the labelled computers and laptop computers, there is one large hard disk partition, which is usually C: drive. The answer to this question. There is powerful feature in Windows Vista, called Shrink Volume. This article will inform you on how you can create hard disk partitions with Shrink Volume Option without any [...]
05.29.09 | Windows Vista Tips | Computerexpert
It is easily possible to delete the Recyle Bin desktop icon, but getting it back is a little harder. If you have accidentally deleted this icon then perform the following steps. Right click on the desktop and click on Personalize, this will take you to personalization panel. Now, click Change Desktop Icons in the left [...]
05.7.09 | Windows Vista Tips | Computerexpert
In Windows Vista, to store restore points, you need at least 300MB of free space on each drive that has System Protection turned on. System Restore might use up to 15% of the space on each disk. System Restore will delete older restore points to make room for new ones.
05.5.09 | Windows Vista Tips | Computerexpert
Vista Services Optimizer, is a free tool for Windows Vista that assists you with fine tuning and speeding up Windows Vista. This tool comes with many Windows services related tools such as automatic tuneup, manual tuneup and service test. Manual TuneUp option enables you to optimize Vista by disabling
04.22.09 | Windows Vista Tips | Computerexpert
Windows Vista includes an advanced reporting tool called `Reliability and Performance Monitor`, which lets you check your system for any performance and reliability problems from the system logs and real-time monitoring. To start the application, load perfmon/report from the run box (Press WINDOWS KEY + R to load this. Once the testing is complete, the [...]
04.7.09 | Windows Vista Tips | Computerexpert
Various users will have upgraded to Windows Vista, but prefer the look and feel of Windows XP. There are two options depending on which XP look you prefer (Classic or Default). Classic Layout If you prefer the Classic XP layout, you can revert Vista back to this quite easily. First, right click on your desktop [...]
04.6.09 | Windows Vista Tips | Computerexpert
To view the registered owner of Windows Vista operating system, click Start, type “winver”, and hit Enter. To change the Registered Owner information make sure you backup the registry before making changes) Click the start button, type “regedit” (Registry Editor) in the search box, and press Enter Click Continue to
04.4.09 | Windows Vista Tips | Computerexpert
To get started, right click on the desktop and click Personalize. Then, select Change Background from the Personalization window. You can now browse the default background pictures that come with Windows Vista, or alternatively click Browse to select one from your own collections. As you choose one, the desktop will change to provide a live [...]
04.4.09 | Windows Vista Tips | Computerexpert
Windows Vista has introduced a new shutdown method which involves several clicks to restart or turn off the PC. If you want to speed this process up it is possible to place an icon on your desktop which will shutdown or restart your PC. To do this, right click on your desktop
04.3.09 | Windows Vista Tips | Computerexpert
