Archive for the 'XP' Category

Asus Eeepc Windows XP

Thursday, May 15th, 2008

At the weekend I decided to get an Asus Eeepc. It was not a totally on the spot purchase, I had been thinking of getting one for a while but never had the money before but now I do, so I did
If you have not heard of an Eeepc before, it is a […]

Hot Pick Software of This Week

Saturday, October 14th, 2006

You know what it’s like, you are browsing for something and come across something else to catch your eye.
Whilst browsing for information about Thunderbird Email I came across EverNote 1.5
EverNote is free to download and use with no restrictions (there is a paid for version too with extra features).
Well what does it do I hear […]

What’s on Your Computer?

Friday, October 13th, 2006

I am often curious as to what programs people use for everyday computer usage. Most people have an email client, browser, chat program and so on.
On my laptop I use the following:

Are We Suffering from Information Overload??

Thursday, October 12th, 2006

TEN years ago I was surfing the internet on windows 98 and using dial-up networking paying 5p per minute daytime rates and 1p per minute evening rates.  I have seen the internet grow in leaps and bounds and broadband has improved people’s internet habits so much since its inception.  Computers now need beefier specifications to run […]

How to Remove Windows Vista Dual Boot

Tuesday, October 10th, 2006

If you have decided you no longer want Windows Vista then there is an easy way to get your PC back to normal.
Use these instructions on the basis you are using XP and using a dual boot with Vista on drive D or other.
Place your XP disc in the tray and reboot.  Press any key […]

To Vista or not to Vista…?

Monday, October 9th, 2006

I have a dilemma.  I love Windows Vista.  I think it has some fantastic new features and I have really enjoyed being part of the beta testing program.
However, I am not sure I want my brain to get used to these new features.  This beta will expire on 31st May next year.  Well come May […]

HD-DVD versus Blu-ray = new competitor

Wednesday, September 20th, 2006

In the next generation of disc wars there could be a new type of disc which may beat both HD-DVD and Blu-Ray.
According to the BBC, a US patent has been filed for a new type of disc that will accept HD-DVD movies AND Blu-ray movies.
The new design has 3 layers - one for normal […]