How to disable User Account Control (UAC) on Windows 7
The infamous User Account Control (UAC) has made it's way to Windows 7, and while it is far less intrusive than its Vista counterpart, it can still be incredibly annoying. Today, I'm going to teach you how to disable this most aggravating feature. To those less familiar with UAC or aren't entirely sure what it's purpose is, it was designed to prevent unauthorized access to your computer by Malicious Programs and Hackers. Before we start however, I would like to note that User Account Control is a security feature if you disable it you do...
read moreMonitor troubleshooting
This tutorial is for very basic troubleshooting advanced help should be sought out if none of these tips help. Problem one: My Monitor isn't displaying anything. The most simple solution for this is that your monitor may simply be unplugged. Check to see if it the power light to the monitor is on. If it isn't than more than likely the monitor is unplugged from the wall socket. If your monitor is plugged into the wall check and see if it is it connected to your computer. If it is connected check and see if the cord is damaged in any...
read moreRemove items from system tray (aka Navigation Area)
Many programs will have the option to remove the icon from the system tray, so try finding that option within each program before attempting the following. The systems tray is at the bottom right of your task bar. This tutorial is for use with Windows XP or Vista however the steps should be the same for Windows 95 and above. A picture of a system tray in Windows XP: Now many of you may have a HUGE number of icons in your systems tray. And you might be wondering how you could get rid of a few things. Well there are two ways I'll...
read moreHow to disable User Account Control (UAC) on Windows Vista
How to disable User Account Control (UAC) on Windows Vista If you've used Windows Vista for any length of time your most likely familiar with this pop-up. User Account Control or UAC for short is easily the most annoying features of Windows Vista. It appears often times when your trying to open an application or a more vulnerable windows feature like the Network and Sharing Center pictured above. It was designed to prevent unauthorized access by malicious programs and hackers, but in most instances it ends up being more of a hindrance...
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