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Best Keyboard Shortcuts

May 3rd, 2010

Getting used to using your keyboard exclusively and leaving your mouse behind will make you much more efficient at performing any task on any Windows system. I use the following keyboard shortcuts every day:

Windows key + R = Run menu

This is usually followed by:

cmd = Command Prompt

iexplore + “web address” = Internet Explorer

compmgmt.msc = Computer Management

dhcpmgmt.msc = DHCP Management

dnsmgmt.msc = DNS Management

services.msc = Services

eventvwr = Event Viewer

dsa.msc = Active Directory Users and Computers

dssite.msc = Active Directory Sites and Services

Windows key + E = Explorer

ALT + Tab = Switch between windows

ALT, Space, X = Maximize window

CTRL + Shift + Esc = Task Manager

Windows key + Break = System properties

Windows key + F = Search

Windows key + D = Hide/Display all windows

CTRL + C = copy

CTRL + X = cut

CTRL + V = paste

Also don’t forget about the “Right-click” key next to the right Windows key on your keyboard. Using the arrows and that key can get just about anything done once you’ve opened up any program.

Keyboard Shortcuts

[Alt] and [Esc] Switch between running applications

[Alt] and letter Select menu item by underlined letter

[Ctrl] and [Esc] Open Program Menu

[Ctrl] and [F4] Close active document or group windows (does not work with some applications)

[Alt] and [F4] Quit active application or close current window

[Alt] and [-] Open Control menu for active document

Ctrl] Lft., Rt. arrow Move cursor forward or back one word

Ctrl] Up, Down arrow Move cursor forward or back one paragraph

[F1] Open Help for active application

Windows+M Minimize all open windows

Shift+Windows+M Undo minimize all open windows

Windows+F1 Open Windows Help

Windows+Tab Cycle through the Taskbar buttons

Windows+Break Open the System Properties dialog box

acessability shortcuts

Right SHIFT for eight seconds…….. Switch FilterKeys on and off.

Left ALT +left SHIFT +PRINT SCREEN……. Switch High Contrast on and off.

Left ALT +left SHIFT +NUM LOCK……. Switch MouseKeys on and off.

SHIFT……. five times Switch StickyKeys on and off.

NUM LOCK…… for five seconds Switch ToggleKeys on and off.

explorer shortcuts

END……. Display the bottom of the active window.

HOME……. Display the top of the active window.

NUM LOCK+ASTERISK……. on numeric keypad (*) Display all subfolders under the selected folder.

NUM LOCK+PLUS SIGN……. on numeric keypad (+) Display the contents of the selected folder.

NUM LOCK+MINUS SIGN……. on numeric keypad (-) Collapse the selected folder.

LEFT ARROW…… Collapse current selection if it’s expanded, or select parent folder.

RIGHT ARROW……. Display current selection if it’s collapsed, or select first subfolder.

Type the following commands in your Run Box (Windows Key + R) or Start Run

devmgmt.msc = Device Manager

msinfo32 = System Information

cleanmgr = Disk Cleanup

ntbackup = Backup or Restore Wizard (Windows Backup Utility)

mmc = Microsoft Management Console

excel = Microsoft Excel (If Installed)

msaccess = Microsoft Access (If Installed)

powerpnt = Microsoft PowerPoint (If Installed)

winword = Microsoft Word (If Installed)

frontpg = Microsoft FrontPage (If Installed)

notepad = Notepad

wordpad = WordPad

calc = Calculator

msmsgs = Windows Messenger

mspaint = Microsoft Paint

wmplayer = Windows Media Player

rstrui = System Restore

netscp6 = Netscape 6.x

netscp = Netscape 7.x

netscape = Netscape 4.x

waol = America Online

control = Opens the Control Panel

control printers = Opens the Printers Dialog

internetbrowser

type in u’re adress “google”, then press [Right CTRL] and [Enter]

add www. and .com to word and go to it

For Windows XP:

Copy. CTRL+C

Cut. CTRL+X

Paste. CTRL+V

Undo. CTRL+Z

Delete. DELETE

Delete selected item permanently without placing the item in the Recycle Bin. SHIFT+DELETE

Copy selected item. CTRL while dragging an item

Create shortcut to selected item. CTRL+SHIFT while dragging an item

Rename selected item. F2

Move the insertion point to the beginning of the next word. CTRL+RIGHT ARROW

Move the insertion point to the beginning of the previous word. CTRL+LEFT ARROW

Move the insertion point to the beginning of the next paragraph. CTRL+DOWN ARROW

Move the insertion point to the beginning of the previous paragraph. CTRL+UP ARROW

Highlight a block of text. CTRL+SHIFT with any of the arrow keys

Select more than one item in a window or on the desktop, or select text within a document. SHIFT with any of the arrow keys

Select all. CTRL+A

Search for a file or folder. F3

View properties for the selected item. ALT+ENTER

Close the active item, or quit the active program. ALT+F4

Opens the shortcut menu for the active window. ALT+SPACEBAR

Close the active document in programs that allow you to have multiple documents open simultaneously. CTRL+F4

Switch between open items. ALT+TAB

Cycle through items in the order they were opened. ALT+ESC

Cycle through screen elements in a window or on the desktop. F6

Display the Address bar list in My Computer or Windows Explorer. F4

Display the shortcut menu for the selected item. SHIFT+F10

Display the System menu for the active window. ALT+SPACEBAR

Display the Start menu. CTRL+ESC

Display the corresponding menu. ALT+Underlined letter in a menu name

Carry out the corresponding command. Underlined letter in a command name on an open menu

Activate the menu bar in the active program. F10

Open the next menu to the right, or open a submenu. RIGHT ARROW

Open the next menu to the left, or close a submenu. LEFT ARROW

Refresh the active window. F5

View the folder one level up in My Computer or Windows Explorer. BACKSPACE

Cancel the current task. ESC

SHIFT when you insert a CD into the CD-ROM drive Prevent the CD from automatically playing.

Use these keyboard shortcuts for dialog boxes:

To Press

Move forward through tabs. CTRL+TAB

Move backward through tabs. CTRL+SHIFT+TAB

Move forward through options. TAB

Move backward through options. SHIFT+TAB

Carry out the corresponding command or select the corresponding option. ALT+Underlined letter

Carry out the command for the active option or button. ENTER

Select or clear the check box if the active option is a check box. SPACEBAR

Select a button if the active option is a group of option buttons. Arrow keys

Display Help. F1

Display the items in the active list. F4

Open a folder one level up if a folder is selected in the Save As or Open dialog box. BACKSPACE

If you have a Microsoft Natural Keyboard, or any other compatible keyboard that includes the Windows logo key and the Application key , you can use these keyboard shortcuts:

Display or hide the Start menu. WIN Key

Display the System Properties dialog box. WIN Key+BREAK

Show the desktop. WIN Key+D

Minimize all windows. WIN Key+M

Restores minimized windows. WIN Key+Shift+M

Open My Computer. WIN Key+E

Search for a file or folder. WIN Key+F

Search for computers. CTRL+WIN Key+F

Display Windows Help. WIN Key+F1

Lock your computer if you are connected to a network domain, or switch users if you are not connected to a network domain. WIN Key+ L

Open the Run dialog box. WIN Key+R

Open Utility Manager. WIN Key+U

accessibility keyboard shortcuts:

Switch FilterKeys on and off. Right SHIFT for eight seconds

Switch High Contrast on and off. Left ALT+left SHIFT+PRINT SCREEN

Switch MouseKeys on and off. Left ALT +left SHIFT +NUM LOCK

Switch StickyKeys on and off. SHIFT five times

Switch ToggleKeys on and off. NUM LOCK for five seconds

Open Utility Manager. WIN Key+U

Switch FilterKeys on and off. Right SHIFT for eight seconds

Switch High Contrast on and off. Left ALT+left SHIFT+PRINT SCREEN

Switch MouseKeys on and off. Left ALT +left SHIFT +NUM LOCK

Switch StickyKeys on and off. SHIFT five times

Switch ToggleKeys on and off. NUM LOCK for five seconds

Open Utility Manager. WIN Key+U

shortcuts you can use with Windows Explorer:

Display the bottom of the active window. END

Display the top of the active window. HOME

Display all subfolders under the selected folder. NUM LOCK+ASTERISK on numeric keypad (*)

Display the contents of the selected folder. NUM LOCK+PLUS SIGN on numeric keypad (+)

Collapse the selected folder. NUM LOCK+MINUS SIGN on numeric keypad (-)

Collapse current selection if it’s expanded, or select parent folder. LEFT ARROW

Display current selection if it’s collapsed, or select first subfolder. RIGHT ARROW

Wash And Software: Fashion Gets Digital

March 18th, 2010

In days past the thought of a computerized shirt able to transmit information like heart health, body temperature and stress index seemed like science fiction. The idea computerized clothes could change design, automatically lifting or lowering hems, light up at night, change with the weather and interface with other clothes was a futuristic concept. Computer technology continues to evolve, pushed forward by new materials and size reduction of components. In the not to distant future a man may walk into a Long Island computer repair shop and ask if anyone can fix his pants. Someday a Long Island computer might be a lap top, a hand held or a pair of shoes. Flexible light weight materials|Light and pliable resources} are bringing a new meaning to the term soft ware.

In the recent past there has been the introduction of metallic yarn, fiber that has been imbued with conductive capabilities, leading to the development of digital fabric. This material can be used to create clothing that can support computer functions. With the advent of nano technology and flexible circuitry institutions and companies have begun creating prototypes of cyberwear. The potential is infinite and computerized clothes are already being made.

Envision a shirt that can log and broadcast vital signs, location and mobility. If a person has heart trouble, the shirt could function like a digital caretaker, monitoring the heart and even administering medication. A piece of clothing could monitor a heart beat, its tempo, strength and consistency. If there is a problem it could send out a wireless signal to a practitioner who would be able to contact the person by phone or pant leg. A sensor could inform an implanted medical capsule to administer a dose of medicine for the patient. Or perhaps it can offer an early warning alarm if the persons pulse is showing troubling signs, like maybe the buttons could start glowing red.

An athlete may wear a track suit that can record his strides, heartbeats, muscle contractions and various other bits of information that can benefit his or her training. Shoes can record the distance and number of steps. They could even be designed to adapt to various terrain or demand. Wireless signals could be transmitted so an athlete in one part of the country could share a workout with an athlete in another part of the country. Perhaps someday clothes will be able to scan their environment and project them on the fiber making for the ultimate camouflage. There are already musical jackets and outfits that can light up and change color as the wearer moves.

Computer wear is being developed. Digital clothes will have many uses from entertainment and fashion, to medical and military. Computerized clothing is not fantasy. Cyberwears’ uses are limited only by imagination. Technology is advancing rapidly enough to make nearly any computer fashion dream a reality.

Great Free Games For Your Browser

March 17th, 2010

The online games is really captivating. That’s why I’m writing reviews regarding games from time to time to tell you of new and hip titles, that are all, totally free!

Reviewed games are usually varied because that is sort of the point of the article, but when it comes to miscellaneous games, that is simply a defining characteristic. These four games are varied in nature and in kind, thus offering a different challenge in each case.
The first game is Behind Golden Bars and features a effortless plot that gets more convoluted as time passes. You control a red cube, and your mission is to avoid the lines when they turn golden. These multiply and change throughout the game, giving you a little time to move somewhere safe. Your fingers must move swiftly enough to do this as many times as possible – it can all be over in just a matter of minutes.

Climbing Ninja is a different kind of game, more action oriented. As a black warrior your goal is to visit and fulfill all levels. This implies collecting a certain amount of coins (that will be converted into money that you can spend at the shop) and overcoming many deadly obstacles. The money that you earn (which will be saved even if you cannot complete the temple you are in) can be used to buy onigari, lives, or special methods that will help you get more points. These abilities are activated by pressing the equivalent number key, as they appear at the left of the screen. While at the temple, your task is facilitated by some sort of rustic helicopters carrying banners with hints regarding the dodgy obstacles you are about to face. If you pay notice to them, you might even have a chance at making it a few more minutes.

Thought this article ends? Not yet, Guitar Crazy Maniac Deluxe 2 is a flash version of console game favorite Guitar Hero. You decide on your own guitar (a Les Paul or a pink Stratocaster), set the level of capability (amateur or pro), and you start rocking your way through four or six different songs, depending on the level of difficulty. Each performance grants you award points, thus unlocking more guitars and songs that you can ultimately download as mp3 files, for your listening pleasure. Oddly enough, this game will probably be easier on organ players, since the guitar is controlled by means of the keyboard, but all in all it is an equal source of fun for all music fans.

To end with, we have Tilt.. This is a sort of 3D board game, which makes it challenging in a complete different way. You have to use your mouse in order to move the board so that the black ball gets into the blue circle; that is the target of the game. As you complete levels, difficulty rises in many different ways: you get multiple black balls and different blue circles, dampening fields that affect the speed of the ball, holes that remove the balls from the game thus preventing you from carrying out the level, and gravitation fields that must be worked around. The game demands both stratagem and a toss of luck, for good measure.

Benefits Of A Registry Cleaner Comparison

February 1st, 2010

computerproblem1 The speed and performance of your computer are maintained by making good use of the registry cleaner and multiple issues can be addressed efficiently and safely by using a good product. What is sometimes confusing is the fact that there are so many download options that it becomes confusing to choose the right one. It is at this point that you will fully understand the value of a good comparison of registry cleaners. You will get the following benefits when you go in for this comparison:

Software that specifically works on your operating system so that you will get the best benefits out of it.
You will be sure that multiple issues will be resolved on your computer and the software will be sure to work on your computer.
There are many features that the registry cleaner software comes with, and you will be able to enjoy all these benefits.
Speed and performance issues will be sure to be fixed since you will know what works well and what does not.

It is not necessary to visit each and every site of these programs in order to check on how well they work. When you visit websites that give you comparisons of registry cleaner software, you will be able to check on this easily.

Careful evaluation and testing is done of all the products and these are checked to see whether what they claim is actually true. Once people have used the product, their testimony is also included into these reviews and comparisons. Therefore, you are sure to get a good deal if you pick any of the cleaners that are listed there. Your requirements and specific needs define what your preference will be, and, based on this, the flowing practical tips have been listed out to assist you.

Be sure that the program can be used easily such that even an ordinary user can easily understand and use it.
Check on all the features that are available. While cleaning of the registry is the most basic function, there are many cleaners that include additional tasks too. These will be very beneficial in the long run.
The speed of the software counts. You will need to ensure that the issues that you face with your computer are resolved quickly, and relatively faster than the others.
It should be reliable and safe all the time.
There should be technical support available in case of any emergencies.
The cost of the program should be reasonable and in line with the features being offered.

If you make sure that you check on all of this completely and get the best deal, you can get the following benefits out of your registry cleaner:

Value for your money.
Prevention of computer crashes, hang-ups or slow-downs.
The good health of your computer will be restored just as it was earlier.
Most of all, immediate pinpointing of errors and quick resolution.

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Tips To Choose A Registry Cleaner

January 28th, 2010

When it comes to maintaining a computer, there is no aspect that is more dangerous for a normal user than for him/ her to modify the Windows registry. This modification is usually done as a last resort when troubleshooting of issues is being done. If you look at the documentation, it clearly states that only advanced users should modify the registry. This is because if the Windows registry is messed up, the computer’s software may stop working. Worse still, the computer may not even boot up.

The difficult job of cleaning up the registry should be done by a good registry cleaning program, which scans your computer and locates and cleans out common issues. The pros and cons of many registry cleaning programs are available on the Internet and you can peruse these carefully. When choosing a program, ensure that it is one that allows you to take a backup of your settings and does a thorough job of cleaning the registry. Also check on money back guarantees with the seller.

In order to test and choose a good registry cleaner, you will need to set up multiple computers with the same identical features, software and operating systems and include the same registry problems in all. Review the results of running each cleaner program and compare the results.

While there are many sites that provide you comparisons, it is advised to do your own research before choosing a program. As you use your computer, you will find that this will be very beneficial.

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