How to Enable the Windows 7 Remote Registry Service This page explains how to enable the Windows 7 Remote Registry service. The benefit is that using Regedit you can ‘Connect Network Registry’ and repair a stricken machine. If this service has not started, don’t worry, I have scripts which will …
Microsoft Windows 7 Migrate from XP When migrating from XP or Vista to Windows 7 a fresh installation of Windows 7 gives the best chance for a glitch-free operating system. However, if you already have Vista then it’s possible to merely upgrade and thus save the hassle of transferring user …
Windows 7 Resource Monitor The Windows 7 Resource Monitor has a number of improvements over the Vista version. Whatever your previous experience, Resmon provides a quick and easy way to troubleshoot unresponsive programs and bottlenecks. Topics for Windows 7 Resource Monitor Resmon or Perfmon? Creating a Data Collector Set The …
Review of the UAC in Windows Version 7 In Windows 7 the UAC (User Account Control) dialog box is much less ‘in your face’. Microsoft has re-thought when it’s desirable fro the UAC to leap into action and inform us of a significant change to the operating system settings. Furthermore, …
Microsoft Windows 7 Keyboard Shortcuts Here is my collection of common Windows 7 keyboard shortcuts. Half the key stroke combinations are available in previous Windows versions. My point is that you can build on previous knowledge, in fact, some of these shortcuts are just reminders of keyboard strokes we already …
Review of PSR (Problem Steps Recorder) in Windows Version 7 Microsoft’s idea is that an ordinary user can recreate the problem then send you a zip file containing screen shots of their actions. The only skills the user needs are to be able to find the PSR executable in Windows …
Windows 7 Shutdown Command LineSwitches Shutdown is an interesting command line program found in Windows 7 and earlier operating systems such as XP. Administrators love testing the shutdown command because it has such a dramatic effect – it can down a network computer. Windows 7 ‘Shutdown’ Topics Windows 7 Shutdown – The …
Comparing Windows 7 Editions Primary Editions (2) If you are in a hurry, or want a starting point then just consider two editions of Windows 7. Home Premium Professional Please note a new term: SKU (Stock keeping unit), really it means Edition. Six Editions of Windows 7 Starter (Only available …
Windows 7 Sleep Problem and Hibernate Options Sadly, Windows 7 sleep problems are all too common. By knowing where to find the numerous sleep and hibernation settings, you can determine how to troubleshoot the commonest symptoms. Topics for Windows 7 Sleep Problems Why should Windows 7 sleep or hibernate in …