Short cuts and other tips Vista Tips Discuss Short cuts and other tips in the Windows Vista forums; New registrations only happen with different motherboards don't they? If so it shouldnt matter too much... I hope Either way, you should still be able to activate by phone ...

[crabby]

New registrations only happen with different motherboards don't they? If so it shouldnt matter too much... I hope Either way, you should still be able to activate by phone on any PC you like It will be the catch 22 for those of us who upgrade constantly (they can't just stop you from using a purchased product).

crabby

[felix8406]

Originally Posted by crabby

New registrations only happen with different motherboards don't they? If so it shouldnt matter too much... I hope Either way, you should still be able to activate by phone on any PC you like It will be the catch 22 for those of us who upgrade constantly (they can't just stop you from using a purchased product).

crabby

I'm not sure if it's just the motherboard. It could be a combination of motherboard, CPU and other components. As far as calling for activation after the 2nd transfer (similar to XP) I don't think that option will be available. It sounds to me that it's two strikes and you are out deal.

[felix8406]

One issue about file sharing under Win XP is that users can see files and folders on a network, even if they don’t have permission to open the fodders or read the files. It may not seem like a big deal, but files and folders names can be enough to cause problems for companies. For example, consider a folder named “LayoffPlan”; especially in a large corporation, this could easily start a rumor about layoffs and could lead to low morale and/or other issues.
Windows Server 2003 SP1 adds a new feature called Access-Based Enumeration or ABE, which allows Win XP user to see just those folders or files they have permission to access.
The problem is that ABE cannot be enabled on Win XP. However, that’s where Vista comes to the rescue. By having ABE built right into it, users can share folders over a network, and only those users having permission to access those folders will be able to see them. Happy computing

[felix8406]

Should you wait to deploy Vista as soon as it arrive or take a wait and see approach? This is a question that many corporations face as Windows Vista nears completion. Although there are many new improvements in Vista, there are other things to consider as well.

On the one hand, Vista incorporates new advanced diagnostic tools that can help diagnose PC problems, recommend possible solutions, and ensure the OS is better maintain than previous Windows systems. The Delta Sync allows users working with mobile PCs or offline files to send just the changed blocks of a file when synchronizing changes to the server, saving time and resources. The User Account Control (UAC) is a security feature in Vista that will help prevent unauthorized changes to clients PCs that could otherwise lead the PCs vulnerability to malware and hackers.

However, Vista hardware requirements may mean purchasing brand new systems in order to take full advantage of Vista’s new capabilities. There is also the time and cost of training employees to learn new ways to perform tasks and use their computers more efficiently. Finally, shall a company deploy Vista as soon as it’s available and possibly struggle with the integration to their network, or wait and see how others manage?
Windows Vista is just around the corner, are you ready to upgrade? That is a big question. Happy computing!

[crabby]

Most large firms I know of are implementing a trial of around 30 vista capable PCs. It would be madness to implement across the board from the off. At my firm it will come in 1 PC at a time over the next 5 years as each persons gets upgraded seperately, although they are testing integration in London.

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[felix8406]

Want to run a program automatically when Windows starts? If you want IE7, outlook, or any other program to open automatically when you start Vista, do the following:
1. Click Start, All Programs, right-click the Startup folder, and click Open.
2. Find the application you want to start automatically, right click it and select Create Shortcut.
3. Now simply drag the shortcut into the Startup folder.

Tip: Using your mouse right button, drag the application to the Startup Folder, let go of the button and select “Create Shortcuts here”. Happy computing!

[crabby]

A friend of mine starts his PC up in Starcraft What a freak!

crabby

[felix8406]

Originally Posted by felix8406

Want to run a program automatically when Windows starts? If you want IE7, outlook, or any other program to open automatically when you start Vista, do the following:
1. Click Start, All Programs, right-click the Startup folder, and click Open.
2. Find the application you want to start automatically, right click it and select Create Shortcut.
3. Now simply drag the shortcut into the Startup folder.

Tip: Using your mouse right button, drag the application to the Startup Folder, let go of the button and select “Create Shortcuts here”. Happy computing!

I just wanted to add that if you don't want an application to run automatically at startup, simply delete the shorcut for that application from the Startup folder.

[felix8406]

The name Photo Gallery in Vista can be misleading, as it can also handle your personal videos as well. Photo Gallery allows you to browse through all your digital media, as well viewing individual photos and videos.

Let’s take a closer look:

Navigation Tree: Allows you to browse through you pictures.
List View: This is where you will see thumbnails of your photos.
Search box: Allows to find items by entering keyword or phrase.
Toolbar: Use it to select a task or to view menus.
Info Pane Shows you additional information about the picture you selected.
Navigation Bar: (bottom) Allows you to move through your photos, zoom in or out, rotate or delete your pictures.

Try this to get a better idea:

1. Click Star and type Photo, then Click Photo Gallery.
2. If the Info pane is not open, click Info on the Toolbar.
3. Select a picture or group of pictures from the Navigation Tree.
4. Click a picture in List View to see information about that picture in the Info pane.
5. Double-click a picture in List View to open it. Your picture will be fitted to the screen, alongside the Info pane.
6. To make modifications to the picture, go to the Toolbar and click Fix. It allows you to make the following simple modification: Auto Adjust, Adjust Exposure, Adjust Color, Crop Picture and Fix Red Eye.

We'll take Photo Gallery for a spin when we meet again. Happy computing!

[felix8406]

The picture viewer in Vista is a vast improvement from Win XP, and it’s more than just its looks, which by the way it’s the first thing you’ll notice when you start Photo Gallery. The viewer includes controls for navigating and reviewing your photos, just like in Win XP, but it has other features as well.
For example, the new viewer allows you to watch personal videos. This is an excellent option, especially if you have a digital camera that takes video in addition to still photos.
You can also use the photo viewer to edit your photos, without launching a separate application. The photo editing tools are not designed to fix every defect that your photo has, but it has the basic editing tools you may need to correct certain flaws, like exposure, color, red-eye or to crop your photo.
Although it’s not a professional photo editing application, it provides a set of tools that you can use quickly and be satisfied with the results.
To launch the editing tools, simply click the picture you want to edit and select Fix from the Toolbar. Happy computing!