Source: IBM
IBM ServerProven System x and xSeries compatibility with ESX
February 3, 2010 by nicolaskAdmission Charges to Sentosa
February 2, 2010 by nicolask
WeTransfer – transfer files from A to B
January 31, 2010 by nicolaskWeTransfer is a free service to send big or small files from A to B. The simple and easy way to send big files to everyone.
- It’s free
- Send big files (2GB)
- No Registration
- Files parked for 2 weeks
Belugafile – Send files between different OS
January 31, 2010 by nicolaskBelugaFile allows two people to directly send each other files. It’s the most convenient and fastest way to share files too big for email from one computer to another. Works on Windows, Mac, and Linux!
Prometric – Save 25% on Microsoft Certification Exams
January 14, 2010 by nicolaskGet a competitive edge with Microsoft Certification – register here to obtain a 25% discount exam voucher code. Simply fill in the form below, click “send” and the voucher code will be emailed to you. Candidates who receive a discount voucher code must schedule their exam by February 28, 2010 and take their exam by April 30, 2010 to receive the discount. This offer cannot be combined with any other offer.
New Employment Pass Service Centre
January 13, 2010 by nicolaskThe Manpower Ministry officially launched the new Employment Pass Services Centre yesterday. At the Centre, the time taken for Employment Pass holders to register for Long Term Pass cards has been cut by half. The cards serve as identification for foreign workers who hold employment passes as well as for their dependents.
The centre, which started operations last July, is located at The Riverwalk at 20 Upper Circular Road. It is open from 8 am to 5.30 pm on weekdays and from 8 am to 1 pm on Saturdays.
The newly launched Employment Pass Services Centre reduces the time taken for Employment Pass holders to register for Long Term Pass cards by about half. The cards serve as identification for foreign workers who hold employment passes and their dependents. Currently, foreigners working in Singapore holding professional qualifications and earning more than $2,500 monthly can apply for an employment pass.
MOM Employment Pass: e-Services and Forms
New Employment Pass Services Centre to Start Operations From 1 July
How to check the credentials of doctors
January 11, 2010 by nicolaskWith regard to the area of aesthetic practices, members of the public can refer to the Singapore Medical Council website to check the credentials of doctors. A full list of accredited specialists, including dermatologists in Singapore, is available on SMC website.
Grab a copy of the SMRT Bus Guide
January 4, 2010 by nicolaskExplore Singapore with SMRT Buses, grab a copy of the Bus Guide here.
| Contents | Pg |
| Yishun & Sembawang Town | 1 |
| Places of Attraction | 2 |
| Nature | 4 |
| Sports/Adventures/Activities | 9 |
| Cultural / History | 13 |
| Places of Worship | 24 |
| Enjoy a Fun-packed Day Out with SMRT Buses | 28 |
| Location Listing | 30 |
| Feedback Form | 31 |
Ninite – Download/Install Multiple Common Windows programs easily
January 4, 2010 by nicolaskNinite, the easiest way to get apps.
1. Pick your favorite software.
2. Start your customized installer.
3. You’re done!
- installs software fast with default settings and says “no” to browser toolbars and other junk.
- checks your PC’s language and 64-bit support to install the latest, best version of each program.
- runs on Windows XP/Vista/7 and works in the background unattended and 100% hands-free.
- automatically download and install the apps you select. Not even Ninite is installed.
Singapore Electricity Tariff Revision for Q1 (2010)
January 4, 2010 by nicolaskElectricity tariffs will increase by an average of 5.5% or 1.18 cents per kWh for Q1 (2010) due to higher fuel costs. For households, the increase is 5.4%.
Singapore Bank & Branch Code Guide
January 4, 2010 by nicolaskFor updates of the codes, please refer to
UOB Bank or Standard Charted Bank
For DBS enquiries, please call 1800 339 6666
For OCBC enquiries, please call 1800 438 3333
Singapore Consulate-General in JB opens
January 4, 2010 by nicolaskThe Singapore Consulate-General in Johor Bahru has begun operations. It will provide consular services for Singaporeans visiting, living and working in Johor, and process visa applications for entry to Singapore.
Open daily from Monday to Friday (except public holidays), 8.30am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm, the consulate-general is at: Suite 35.02, Level 35, Johor Bahru City Square Office Tower, 106-108, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, 80000 Johor Bahru.
It can be contacted by phone at +60-7-226 5012 or fax at +60-7-226 5013
Word Addin Tabs for MS Word 2007
January 4, 2010 by nicolaskWord Addin Tabs for MS Word 2007
Once open multiple MS Word files in Windows 7, the files will default to arrange vertically in the Taskbar or horizontally lie down in the Taskbar
Word Addin Tabs integrates MS Word with “tabs” function. At this point, it helps the use of Word more convenient as IE.
1. Word Addin Tabs realizes most of the functions of “IE Tabs” in MS Word
2. if you want to close the Tabs, just click the “Add-ins” menu and press the “Tabs” button, and then the “tabs” function will be closed.
3. by using the Word Addin Tabs, you can not only press “X” to close the file, but also right click the file and close it through the pull-down menu.
System: Windows7 / Windows Vista
Prerequest:
1. Windows Installer 3.1 ( WindowsInstaller3_1 )
2. .Net Framework 3.5 (DotNetFX35 )
3. Visual Studio Tools for the Office system 3.0 Runtime (VSTOR30)
4. Microsoft Word 2007
December 2009 Security Releases ISO Image (Microsoft)
January 4, 2010 by nicolaskBrief Description
This DVD5 ISO image file contains the security updates for Windows released on Windows Update on December 8th, 2009.
Free license of Backup4all Lite 4.3 Edition
December 22, 2009 by nicolaskReceive a free license of Backup4all Lite 4.3 Edition by completing and submitting the registration form.
Some features
- Backup locked or open files (XP/2003/Vista/Windows 7)
- Built-in Scheduler
- Snapshots
- Command Line
- Microsoft Outlook backup plugin
- Manage multiple backup jobs
Free – PDF Password Remover 1.0
December 22, 2009 by nicolaskPDF Password Remover is extremely easy to use. Right-click on the PDF file, select Decrypt with AnyBizSoft PDF Password Remover from the shortcut menu. The restrictions will be removed in seconds and then you can edit, print, copy your PDF files and so on.
* Decrypt encrypted PDF files, remove restrictions on printing, editing, copying
* Support PDF decryption in Windows 7
* 2 decryption modes—Batch and Right-click decryption modes
* Standalone, no Adobe Reader needed
FREE SoftMaker Office 2008 for Windows or Linux
December 22, 2009 by nicolaskChristmas promotions – NovaPDF 7.0 Lite edition for free.
December 22, 2009 by nicolaskNow as a part of Christmas promotions, NovaPDF is giving the full version serial key of NovaPDF 7.0 Lite edition for free.
Some features
- NovaPDF works on both 32-bit and 64-bit Windows operating systems. It doesn’t need any 3rd party programs such as GhostScript or runtime environments like .NET Framework Security.
- Your PDF documents can be protected by the password that you can provide during the time of its creation.
- Link support.
A step by step guide to gaining control of your financial life
December 11, 2009 by nicolaskMONEY 101 - A step by step guide to gaining control of your financial life by CNN.com.
LESSON 1 – Setting priorities
Here’s help for the first — and often the hardest — step in achieving your financial goals: deciding which goals to pursue.
LESSON 2 – Making a budget
How to bring your spending under control, so that you get the most out of every dollar.
LESSON 3 – Basics of banking and saving
Here’s how to get the best banking services at the best price, either online or off.
LESSON 4 – Basics of investing
An introduction to making money in stocks, bonds and mutual funds.
LESSON 5 – Investing in stocks
The market can be a great place to turn savings into wealth — or to lose your shirt. Here are some fundamentals of investing wisely.
LESSON 6 – Investing in mutual funds
It’s a mutual-fund jungle out there. Here’s how to create a simple portfolio that works.
LESSON 7 – Investing in bonds
Bonds can provide a steady and reasonably secure income, while adding ballast to your portfolio–but only if you really understand what you’re buying.
LESSON 8 – Buying a home
Owning your home is part of the American Dream, but if you’re not prepared, buying it can be a nightmare. Here are some fundamentals for buyers and sellers.
LESSON 9 – Controlling debt
You’ve got to know when to hold debt–and when to fold it. This lesson shows you how to accomplish your financial goals by making debt work for you.
LESSON 10 – Employee stock options
More companies are handing out stock options, and to a much broader group of employees. This lesson gives you vital information on how to handle ESO’s.
LESSON 11 – Saving for college
It’s not rocket science, just common sense. By starting early and investing regularly, your children may have a wider choice of colleges, and paying the bill won’t hurt as much.
LESSON 12 – Kids and money
Up until they start earning a living, and sometimes well beyond that, kids are apt to spend money like it grows on trees. This lesson will help you put your children on the road to handling money responsibly.
LESSON 13 – Planning for retirement
Achieving a comfortable retirement in the 21st Century requires a new approach to retirement planning.
LESSON 14 – Asset allocation
The single most important thing an investor can do is practice asset allocation. Here’s how.
LESSON 15 – Hiring financial help
What to keep in mind when when seeking professionals to handle your financial planning, stock trading, insurance coverage and tax returns.
LESSON 16 – Health insurance
Whether your employer provides you with a group medical plan or you need to buy coverage on the individual market, understanding how health insurance works is the best way to get your money’s worth.
LESSON 17 – Buying a car
Buying a car is like no other shopping experience. The choices seem to be endless. This lesson helps you sort through your options.
LESSON 18 – Taxes
Among the long list of necessary evils we must encounter throughout our lives, perhaps the most constant — taxes — is also the least understood. But the whole process isn’t nearly as baffling as you may think.
LESSON 19 – Home insurance
Homeowners’ insurance can be a nightmare. It’s costly, confusing, and unrewarding — until you have to use it. Here, you’ll learn how to purchase peace of mind now and later.
LESSON 20 – Life insurance
Life insurance is critical to financial planning. It’s a necessity for anyone with dependents who would be affected financially by your demise. Yet life insurance is one of the hardest financial products to understand and it’s sold by agents who are sometimes more concerned with their commissions than your needs. This Money 101 lesson is all about a better way to buy life insurance.
LESSON 21 – Estate planning
Americans are in the midst of one of greatest inter-generational transfers of wealth in history, yet few of us have done any planning for it. Here’s how to start.
LESSON 22 – Auto insurance
Auto insurance can be a nightmare. It’s costly, confusing, and unrewarding — until you need it. Here’s how to purchase peace of mind now and later.
LESSON 23 – 401(k)s
It’s the most important tool you’ve got for retirement. Here’s how to make the most of it.
Windows Server 2008 R2 Feature Components Poster
December 10, 2009 by nicolaskThis poster provides a visual reference for understanding key technologies in Windows Server 2008 R2. It focuses on Active Directory Domain Services, Hyper-V, Internet Information Services, Remote Desktop Services (including Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)), BranchCache, and DirectAccess technologies. In addition, updates to core file services and server management are illustrated. You can use this poster in conjunction with the previously published Windows Server 2008 Component Posters.
Office 2010 Tool: Office Environment Assessment Tool
December 10, 2009 by nicolaskOffice 2010 Environment Assessment Tool
This is a comprehensive environment scanning tool. This tool (along with documentation) assists a customer in the assessment phase of deployment. It identifies:
* Currently installed applications and installation environment
* Add-ins currently in use by Office clients
* Programs that are not registered as add-ins but still interact with Office programs
* Report: Environmental assessment (potential upgrade issues)
* Report: Add-ins assessment–list of third party programs and information about the compatibility of those programs with Microsoft Office 2010
Microsoft My Phone for Windows Mobile 6+
December 10, 2009 by nicolaskMicrosoft My Phone syncs personal information between your Windows phone and the web, enabling you to easily back up and restore your information to a password-protected web site. With My Phone, you can access and manage the content on your phone from the web, and communicate and share that content with others.
Network ports and URLs that are used by Windows Live Messenger
December 9, 2009 by nicolask
Naming conventions in Windows Active Directory
December 7, 2009 by nicolaskThis article (KB 909264) describes the naming conventions for computer accounts in Microsoft Windows, NetBIOS domain names, DNS domain names, Active Directory sites, and organizational units (OUs) that are defined in the Active Directory directory service. The topics that are discussed include the valid characters for names, the minimum and maximum name lengths, reserved names, names that we do not recommend, and general recommendations that are based on supporting Active Directory in small, medium, and large deployments.
Google Public DNS
December 4, 2009 by nicolaskThe Google Public DNS IP addresses are as follows:
8.8.8.8
8.8.4.4
If you’re web-savvy and comfortable with changing your network settings, check out the Google Code Blog for detailed instructions and more information on how to set up Google Public DNS on your computer or router.
Penalty Fee Appeal for bus and train fares
December 3, 2009 by nicolaskPlease use this form to file your appeal against penalty fee imposed on you for underpayment and non-payment of bus and train fares, and misuse of concession cards.
By law, you should file your appeal no later than 14 days from the date of issue of the Notice to Pay Penalty Fee (NTPF) to you. Failure to meet the deadline could mean that the appeal would not be considered by the Public Transport Council (PTC).
PC PSU Wattage Calculator
December 1, 2009 by nicolaskFor DIY computer systems, check out PSU Wattage Calculator from CoolerMaster
Four MediaCorp radio stations back on Internet
December 1, 2009 by nicolaskAfter a nine-month hiatus, online fans of four MediaCorp radio stations can once again get their daily fix from the Internet – thanks to an agreement between the media giant and the Recording Industry Performance Singapore (Rips).
From Tuesday, listeners can enjoy the audio fare from 987FM, Class 95FM, Lush 99.5FM and Y.E.S. 93.3FM via “live” broadcasts online, making these stations accessible to even overseas listeners.
Simulcasts of free-to-air radio broadcasts over the Internet were suspended in March after changes to the law which made these streams subject to copyright licensing.
Port requirements for the Windows Server system
November 22, 2009 by nicolaskThis article (KB832017) discusses the essential network ports, protocols and services that are used by Microsoft client and server operating systems, server-based programs and their subcomponents in the Microsoft Windows server system. Administrators and support professionals may use this Microsoft Knowledge Base article as a road-map to determine what ports and protocols Microsoft operating systems and programs require for network connectivity in a segmented network.
Windows 2000 and 2003 End-of-Life Information
November 22, 2009 by nicolaskOn July 13, 2010, Extended Support for Windows 2000 Server will end. The product will no longer be publicly supported after this date. Self-Help Online Support will be available for Windows 2000 Server after Extended Support for the operating system ends.
We advise customers who are running Windows 2000 Server to contact their Microsoft Sales Account Manager or Technical Account Manager to discuss migration plans.
Windows Server 2003 and Windows Server 2003 R2
Additionally, on July 13, 2010, Windows Server 2003 and Windows Server 2003 R2 will transition from the Mainstream Support phase to the Extended Support phase. Extended Support for Windows Server 2003 and for Windows Server 2003 R2 will be available until July 14, 2015.
We provide the following support during the Extended Support phase for Windows Server 2003 and Windows Server 2003 R2 at a supported service pack level:
- We will continue to provide security updates and paid support.
- Customers will continue to have access to all security updates and Self-Help Online Support options.
- Non-security hotfixes developed in the Extended Support phase are only available to customers who enroll in Extended Hotfix Support (EHS).
Windows Server 2008
Windows Server 2008 customers will continue to receive Mainstream Support throughout the operating system’s five-year Mainstream Support phase until July 9, 2013, per the Microsoft Support Lifecycle policy.
These support transition dates are in line with the Microsoft Support Lifecycle policy for Business and Developer products.
The Microsoft Support Lifecycle (MSL) policy provides transparent and predictable information about the support lifecycle of Microsoft products. More information is available on the following MSL Web site: http://support.microsoft.com/lifecycle.
Welcome to HP PartSurfer
November 22, 2009 by nicolaskHP PartSurfer provides fast, easy access to service parts information for a wide range of HP and Compaq products. With PartSurfer you can:
- Search for part information by product number, serial number, model name, or part number
- Identify all HP products that use/reference a specific part number
- Filter your search results by part keyword or category
- Display product exploded view diagrams and part photographs
- Generate on-screen and printable reports
See also, HP Printer Parts Superstore, Servlink Technology Resources
vSphere Client not currently supported in Windows 7 or Windows 2008R2
November 19, 2009 by nicolaskIf you install the vSphere Client in Windows 7 or Windows 2008 R2 and try to connect to the vSphere server, you see the errors:
- Error parsing the server <servername> clients.xml file.
- The type initializer for VirtualInfrastructure.Utils.HttpWebRequestProxy threw an exception.
The vSphere Client is not currently supported in Windows 7 or Windows 2008 R2 and it does not run in Compatibility Mode.
KB1011329, dated 16 Nov 2009
Download Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2010 Beta
November 19, 2009 by nicolaskDownload Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2010 Beta
After registering, you will be able to select the version (we recommend 32-bit which runs great on both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows) and your software language.
We recommend that you activate Office Professional Plus 2010 Beta as soon as you complete setup.
After you have installed Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2010 Beta, please follow these steps:
Step 1: Open Microsoft Word 2010 Beta and click on the “File” tab. This will take you to the Backstage view. Next click “Help” in the set of tabs on the left.
Step 2: Click “Change Product Key” on the right side of the screen.
Step 3: Enter the Multiple Activation Key (MAK) displayed above. Please check the box to activate automatically or restart the app to activate using the activation dialog box.
Step 4: That’s all you need to do. Entering the MAK key in Microsoft Word 2010 Beta automatically activates all the Office Professional Plus 2010 Beta applications. Click on the “File” tab to return to the Document view.
What’s Included
Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Access
Outlook
OneNote
InfoPath
SharePoint Workspace
Publisher
Communicator
Panda Cloud Antivirus
November 19, 2009 by nicolaskThe first free antivirus from Cloud
Panda Cloud Antivirus Support Forums
It can be used in Windows XP, Vista and 7. Both 32-bit and 64-bit Windows versions are supported.
Auto detect the latest INTEL Graphics driver
November 19, 2009 by nicolaskThe Intel® Driver Update Utility keeps your Intel graphics driver up-to-date. It detects which graphics updates are relevant to your computer, and then helps you install them quickly and easily.
Adobe Flash Player 10.1 offers full GPU-acceleration for NVIDIA ION
November 19, 2009 by nicolaskFlash Player 10.1 Beta Release Notes (The build number for this prerelease is 10.1.51.45 for all platforms)
Adobe Flash Player 10.1 offers full GPU-acceleration for NVIDIA ION (can handle 1080p Flash video) and supported NVIDIA GeForce-powered PCs. The following NVIDIA GPUs support H.264 hardware decoding with updated drivers.
Hardware video decoding of H.264 content in Flash Player 10.1 is supported,
AMD/ATI
Radeon HD 4xxx (and higher)
Mobility Radeon HD 4xxx series (and higher)
Radeon HD 3xxx (and higher)
FirePro V3750, FirePro V5700, FirePro V7750, FirePro V8700, and FirePro V8750 (and later)
INTEL
Intel® 4 Series Chipset family
How to disable certain Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) components
November 16, 2009 by nicolask(KB929852) To disable certain IPv6 components in Windows Vista, follow these steps:
- Click Start
, type regedit in the Start Search box, and then click regedit.exe in the Programs list. - In the User Account Control dialog box, click Continue.
- In Registry Editor, locate and then click the following registry subkey:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\
SYSTEM\
CurrentControlSet\Services\Tcpip6\Parameters\ - Double-click DisabledComponents to modify the DisabledComponents entry.Note If the DisabledComponents entry is unavailable, you must create it. To do this, follow these steps:
- In the Edit menu, point to New, and then click DWORD (32-bit) Value.
- Type DisabledComponents, and then press ENTER.
- Double-click DisabledComponents.
- Type any one of the following values to configure the IPv6 protocol, and then click OK:
- Type 0 to enable all IPv6 components.Note The value “0″ is the default setting.
- Type 0xffffffff to disable all IPv6 components, except the IPv6 loopback interface. This value also configures Windows Vista to use Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4) instead of IPv6 in prefix policies.
- Type 0×20 to use IPv4 instead of IPv6 in prefix policies.
- Type 0×10 to disable native IPv6 interfaces.
- Type 0×01 to disable all tunnel IPv6 interfaces.
- Type 0×11 to disable all IPv6 interfaces except for the IPv6 loopback interface.
Note You must restart your computer for these changes to take affect.
Note Administrators must create an ADMX file in order to expose the settings in step 5 in a Group Policy setting.
How to repair the .net framework
November 16, 2009 by nicolask(KB 976982) To repair the .net framework follow the steps below:
1. Download .Net Cleanup Utility
2. Using the .net Cleanup Utility, uninstall .Net Framework 1.0, 1.1, 2.0. 3.0 and 3.5 (The cleanup utility won’t allow you to remove .NET Framework 2.0 on Windows Vista and higher because it is installed as an OS component.)
3. Restart the computer
4. Download the following components:
.Net Framework 3.5 SP1 (this will also install .Net Framework 2.0 SP2 and 3.0 SP2)
5. Install the downloaded updates in this order (the order is very important):
* .Net Framework 3.5 SP1
* .Net Framework 1.1
* .Net Framework 1.1 SP1
6. Restart the computer
7. Go to Windows Update then choose CUSTOM update
8. Under Optional Software Update, check if other versions of .Net Framework is being offered
* IF NO: Close the case as Resolved
* IF YES: Install the update using Custom Update then dispatch the case to Non-Tech Callback
9. Once the installation is complete reboot your computer and attempt to install updates again.
Note: If Windows Update is offering .Net Framework and other updates, troubleshoot the other update first before dealing with .Net Framework updates.
Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer 2.1.1 (for IT Professionals)
November 16, 2009 by nicolaskThe Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer provides a streamlined method to identify missing security updates and common security misconfigurations. MBSA 2.1.1 is a minor upgrade to add support for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2.
ATI Radeon HD 2400 series and MS09-065 = Computer does not start correctly
November 16, 2009 by nicolaskAfter you install this security update on a computer that is running Windows XP and that is using an ATI Radeon HD 2400 series video adapter, you may find that the computer does not start correctly.
To resolve this issue, follow these steps: KB 969947
Microsoft Office Visualization Tool (OffVis)
November 14, 2009 by nicolaskThe Microsoft Office Visualization Tool (OffVis) allows IT professionals, security researchers and malware protection vendors to better understand the Microsoft Office binary file format in order to deconstruct .doc-, .xls- and .ppt-based targeted attacks. The unique, easy-to-use tool offers a comprehensive view of any Microsoft Office binary file format sample simply by hovering a cursor over it. The tool then graphically shows important data structures and records for Microsoft Office Word, Microsoft Office PowerPoint and Microsoft Office Excel. Users can then browse and click through each record.
The tool is available for download here.
Microsoft, Industry Make Progress Defending Against Online Threats
One Year FREE McAfee VirusScan Plus 3-User with SiteAdvisor
November 13, 2009 by nicolaskVMware Fusion makes your Windows-on-Mac experience the safest possible with a suite of features to keep Windows safe and sound. Keep your Windows-on-Mac experience as safe as possible with McAfee VirusScan Plus. McAfee® VirusScan® Plus takes the worry and hassle out of essential PC protection for everyone — experts to novices, shielding PCs from viruses, spyware, and more.
Download your 12 month complimentary trial now.
Remove orphaned cached Windows Installer Data files
November 13, 2009 by nicolaskDownload “Windows Installer Clean Up” utility
There are two versions of MSIZAP.EXE:
MsiZapA.exe (for use in Windows 95, Windows 98 and Windows ME)
MsiZapU.exe (for use in Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003).
The appropriate executable should be renamed MsiZap.exe.
To run msizap, login to the machine as an administrative user and launch a command window. Navigate to the directory that contains msizap.exe, then type the following command:
msizap !G
G = remove orphaned cached Windows Installer data files (for all users)
! = force ‘yes’ response to any prompt
Windows Server 2008 Server Core Installations Job Aids
November 10, 2009 by nicolaskServer Core installations of Windows Server 2008 and Windows Server 2008 R2 do not provide a graphical user interface. Instead, all configuration and management operations take place in the command prompt. The numerous and varied commands and procedures for common activites such as installing server roles, configuring the firewall, and assorted Active Directory domain actions can be difficult to remember.
These Job Aids present the most common procedures and commands necessary to configure and manage Server Core installations in a one-page format that you can download, print, and fold to pocket size. The back has been left blank so you can add your own notes, procedures, or commands specific to your own deployments or operations.
More info
FREE Microsoft Press E-Book – Deploying Windows 7 Essential Guidance
November 10, 2009 by nicolaskMicrosoft’s eBook Deploying Windows 7 Essential Guidance from the Windows 7 Resource Kit and TechNet Magazine combine selected chapters written by industry experts Mitch Tulloch, Tony Northrup, Jerry Honeycutt, Ed Wilson, and the Windows 7 Team with select Windows 7 articles from TechNet Magazine.
Sample topics include: Deployment Platform, Planning Deployment, Testing Application Compatability, and 8 Common Issues in Windows 7 Migrations.
Application List: Compatible with Windows 7
November 10, 2009 by nicolaskFREE Microsoft Press E-Book – Introducing Windows Server 2008 R2
November 10, 2009 by nicolaskBy Charlie Russel and Craig Zacker, is a great resource for learning about the new features of Windows Server 2008 R2 in the areas of virtualization, management, the Web application platform, scalability and reliability, and interoperability with Windows 7. Download your free copy.
Live demo of Opera Mini browser
November 6, 2009 by nicolaskLive demo of Opera Mini that functions like it would when installed on a handset
To open any site in Opera, just append that site address to the following URL and start browsing.
http://www.operamini.com/demo/?url=[URL]
Example
http://www.operamini.com/demo/?url=labnol.blogspot.com
The Opera Simulator can even be used for secure sites that require cookies – for instance, you can check your Hotmail emails via Opera. Though you are restricted to the tiny 200×200 screen of Opera simulator, it’s still a very handy tool.
Conficker Eye Chart
November 5, 2009 by nicolaskConficker (aka Downadup, Kido) is known to block access to over 100 anti-virus and security websites.
If you are blocked from loading the remote images in the first row of the top table above (AV/security sites) but not blocked from loading the remote images in the second row (websites of alternative operating systems) then your Windows PC may be infected by Conficker (or some other malicious software).
If you can see all six images in both rows of the top table, you are either not infected by Conficker, or you may be using a proxy server, in which case you will not be able to use this test to make an accurate determination, since Conficker will be unable to block you from viewing the AV/security sites.
