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The fact that Uniblue's RegistryBooster does its job is bad news about Windows

The fact that Uniblue's RegistryBooster does its job is bad news about WindowsSysinternals *DO* installThey just run the install when the app is run, then clean up on exit. If the app crashes or you turn off the computer, next boot you'll see the drivers for things like RegMon, FileMon...

Tags: Operating systems, HKLM, job, registry, UniBlue, operating system, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows

Discussion threads 2007-08-10

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Microsoft wants to help you speed up Vista

Microsoft wants to help you speed up VistaHave to disagree with the missing tip.I've never had to re-install Windows. I ran Windows 2000 until January 2007 without a single re-install. My Vista system has been running fine without a re-install. My work XP system is on its original install.If you...

Tags: Operating systems, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Branding, Intel SpeedStep, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows, brand name, Microsoft Windows Vista, registry

Discussion threads 2008-01-30

Microsoft softens limits on its Windows Web Server

Microsoft softens limits on its Windows Web ServerPostgreSQL comes to mindCouple others. This is a step in the right direction, especially getting rid of the CAL's, but I just don't trust MS. It's too little, too late. Perfect example...I have a token Windows box on my home...

Tags: Web servers, Operating systems, Web server, MSN Messenger, server, VisualStudio, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows Genuine Advantage, Microsoft Windows

Discussion threads 2008-01-05

Skype for Windows worm reported: here's what to do

Just in  via a Skype blog posting from Skype's Villu Arak: Skype has learned that a computer virus called "w32/Ramex.A" is affecting users of Skype for Windows. Users whose computers are infected with this virus will send a chat message to other Skype users asking them to click on...

Tags: Antivirus, Skype Technologies S.A., Microsoft Windows, Worm, Russell Shaw

Blog posts 2007-09-10

Microsoft responds to Vista network performance issue

Microsoft responds to Vista network performance issueSee George criticizes microsoft!I agree w/ you George. I do not understand the need for a tradeoff. Besides, I thought Vista's networking stack was completely rewritten to be more efficient.amenI had never, ever experienced popping or music degredation in XP while transferring...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), NETWORKING, Processors, performance, Microsoft Windows Vista, network, CPU, Microsoft Corp., multimedia playback, Microsoft Windows XP

Discussion threads 2007-08-25

More on Vista network performance issue

More on Vista network performance issueShssh. Don't let George or Ed hear this problem.They suffer from Stockholm syndrome and so will always side with their captors that hold them hostage Microsoft. It must be a hardware issue, driver issue, user error or the phase of the moon; anything but...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), performance, network, Vista NOW, Microsoft Windows Vista

Discussion threads 2007-08-22

Technology Shakedown

Technology ShakedownWhaaaaaaaat? Another bunch of incompetants?That can't make anything work with Vista?When will they get their act together and bow to Microsoft? Can't they make anything according to Microsoft's specifications? And pay Microsoft for the privilege of fixing Vista's problems?Ole ManSame hereDavid, I've been having the same issue...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Microsoft Windows Vista, Technology Shakedown

Discussion threads 2007-07-31

Is Vista really slow to start up?

Is Vista really slow to start up?Its easy they have their own agendaits the same people who constantly claim that Windows is unstable, always crashes, and is highly insecure.as you've clearly shown, someone with even a small amount of computer skills can get windows working without a hitch, ive been...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Cyberthreats, Diskeeper Corp., Computerworld, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows XP, operating system

Discussion threads 2007-04-12

What the UAC 'hole' is really about

What the UAC 'hole' is really aboutGood steps from MSThe only error I see is the ability to turn it off (especially for the so called "home experts" which have there pc's full of malware). It may seem an annoyance, but as far as my experience is on Linux, you...

Tags: Linux, Cyberthreats, Spyware, adware & malware, Operating systems, Apple Mac OS X, Microsoft Corp., UAC

Discussion threads 2007-02-14

What the UAC 'hole' is really about

Fellow blogger Ryan Naraine had a blog "Hacker, Microsoft duke it out over Vista design flaw" where he reported on a disagreement between elite researcher Joanna Rutkowska (Singapore-based Coseinc) and elite programmer Mark Russinovich formerly Sysinternals and acquired by Microsoft. Ive spoken with both of these people and...

Tags: Desktop, Security, Vista

Blog posts 2007-02-14

When Microsoft conspiracy theories spin out of control

When Microsoft conspiracy theories spin out of controlWhy the surprise?This sort of reminds me of the "indignation" expressed by US congresspersons when the leader of Venezuela dared to call the US president names.Apparently, only pundits are allowed to start MS conspiracy theories.Carl RapsonMS Bashers are desperate.The fact is, they know...

Tags: Cyberthreats, Microsoft Windows, Viruses and worms, SECURITY, Desktops, virus thing, virus, conspiracy theory, antivirus, Microsoft Corp.

Discussion threads 2006-11-10

Ask DC: Firefox update woes

Ask DC: Firefox update woesNope, works fine for me NTNTMozilla FireFoxYes, Yes, Yes!I've experienced the same problem with Firefox which, at first, I thought had quite a few innovative features.Then, I could not access my Google email and other websites due to error message that "proxy Setting does not allow...

Tags: Web browsers, Mozilla Firefox, Opera Software

Discussion threads 2006-10-13

ZoneAlarm glitches hit Eudora, McAfee users

ZoneAlarm glitches hit Eudora, McAfee usersZone AlarmInteresting. I removed Zone Alarm as it was interfering with Incredimail as well. MY opinion, for what's it worth, is that the last Sygate version (5.5) before being absorbed by Symantec, is about the best and never caused any problemsZoneAlarm does get paranoid...

Tags: Firewalls, Viruses and worms, Comodo Firewall, ZoneAlarm, firewall, McAfee Inc., SPF, Eudora

Discussion threads 2006-06-21

Determina Fix for CVE-2006-1359 (Internet Explorer Remote CreateTextRange() Code Execution) (msi)

Based on the same technology used in the VPS LiveShield product, Determina has engineered a standalone fix that provides free and immediate protection to users worldwide that need to protect systems from related attacks until such time as Microsoft issues its own patch. Determina VPS customers do not have to...

Tags: Determina Inc., Microsoft Internet Explorer, Patches, Web Browsers, Security, Internet

Software downloads 2006-03-28

More Enternet Media, their deceptive practices continue

Last week the FTC announced their complaint against Enternet Media for distributing spyware. The charges include using deceptive installation practices, deceptive representations of software code, unfair installation of software code, furnishing to others code that interferes with consumers' use of their computers and failure to disclose presence and nature...

Tags: Enternet Media

Blog posts 2005-11-14

180solutions explains new technology

Yesterday 180solutions announced "Safe and Secure Search", their new technology to help stop non-consensual installations, without giving any details about how it would work. I received permission from Sean Sundwall of 180solutions to post his email to me explaining how the new technology works. Hi Suzi,Although I was disappointed...

Tags: consent box, 180Solutions

Blog posts 2005-09-08