The Windows Startup Folder was an important folder that was easily discoverable via the Start Menu in Windows versions past. It began as far back as Windows 95 and any programs located within the Startup Folder would boot up and run anytime the computer was powered on. It used to be that whenever you booted up your Windows operated computer, it would seek out and execute a batch script called autoexec....
All modern Wi-Fi routers provide a configuration interface (administration panel) that you can access in your web browser. Follow the steps on this page to access and configure your home router. Typical reasons to change your router’s settings Reasons you might need to change the configuration of your home router include: Typical reasons to change your router’s settings. Accessing the router’s configuration interface. Changing your router’s name and password. Resetting the router to factory defaults (if necessary)....
From the command line, use the passwd command. After typing passwd, you’ll be asked for the new password you want to use and then be asked to re-verify. Once you’ve been returned to the command line, your password is successfully changed, as shown below. passwd Changing password for user root.New Unix password:ReType new Unix password:passwd: all authentication tokens updated successfully. To help protect anyone from seeing your password, the characters are hidden when you type it....
When working in Microsoft Excel or other spreadsheet programs, it’s good to make multiple copies of a workbook or worksheet. A few reasons to make these copies are: If you need to create several revisions of the workbook/worksheet, make copies in case you need to revert to a previous version. If you’re sending a workbook/worksheet for review, make a copy so you have the original to compare any changes. If you’re worried about someone making unauthorized changes to your workbook/worksheet, send yourself a copy to let you know if anything was changed....
If you need to identify your motherboard (the model number), you can do one of the three things below. If you’re trying to identify the motherboard for any of the reasons below, view these links for additional related information. Identifying through Windows or another utility. Documentation. Visually identifying. Identifying through Windows or another utility You can view the manufacturer and model number in your Windows system using the System Information utility....
VT-x or Intel Virtualization Technology allows processors to run virtual machines. It’s no surprise, then, that a “VT-x is not available (VERR_VMX_NO_VMX)” error prevents VirtualBox from functioning correctly. This error indicates that your processor doesn’t have virtualization enabled. This could be due to many reasons, from a security precaution to a conflict with another technology. Thankfully, there are many easy fixes for this issue. Here are all the ways to resolve this common VirtualBox error....
Making a circle, square, or triangle in Adobe Photoshop is a pretty straight-forward process. However, there are several steps involved in making each of them, such as choosing if you want the shape filled in or outlined. Follow the steps below for how to create and edit each shape. How to make a circle in Photoshop Open Photoshop. Click File, New, and then choose the size of canvas you want. Left-click and hold on the Rectangular Marquee Tool until the other options pop up, then release your finger....
Sometimes while deleting a file on your Windows computer, you may come across an error that says “The action can’t be completed because the file is open in a program”. When this error pops-up, it means you’re dealing with a locked file and you can’t delete your file no matter what you do. Your PC will keep on throwing the same error on your screen letting you know the file is in use in some program....
There are several reasons you might want to password protect pages on your WordPress (WP) site, including: Needing a secure place to share content with current or potential clients.Using your website to only share images, stories, or communications with family or friends.Restricting content for invited webinar attendees only.Including content that is for paid members and not the general public.Blocking off some content areas for business websites based on the employee’s role in the company....
Difficulty Very difficult Steps 14 Time Required 1 - 3 hours Sections 1 How to repair a broken flex cable (Sony Xperia Z1 microphone flex) 14 steps Flags Member-Contributed Guide An awesome member of our community made this guide. It is not managed by iFixit staff. BackSony Xperia Z1 Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes...
Difficulty Moderate Steps 8 Time Required Suggest a time?? Sections 1 How to save fresh corn 8 steps Flags 2 In Progress This guide is a work in progress. Reload periodically to see the latest changes! Member-Contributed Guide An awesome member of our community made this guide. It is not managed by iFixit staff. BackCorn on the Cob Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link...
In this post, I will break down all the options and scenarios for uninstalling Windows 7 from a computer that already had an operating system, such as Windows XP or Vista. If you want further information about Windows 7, check out my previous post on the differences between the different versions of Windows 7. The first thing to note is that you can only upgrade a Windows Vista computer to Windows 7, not Windows XP....
All smartphones come equipped with a feature that allows users to keep frequently-used apps open in the background for easy retrieval and toggling between them. The feature is called the app switcher or recent apps menu. To access this screen, select your device from the list below and follow the instructions. How to find open apps on Android If you have a newer Android phone, swipe up from the bottom-right corner of the screen....
Difficulty Moderate Steps 22 Time Required 1 - 2 hours Sections 1 Display Panel 22 steps Flags Featured Student Guide This guide has been the hard work of our awesome students and is found to be exceptionally cool by the iFixit staff. BackHP Envy 17t Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction A broken screen severely hinders the usefulness of a laptop....
Difficulty Easy Steps 4 Time Required 5 - 10 minutes Sections 1 Switch Cover 4 steps Flags Member-Contributed Guide An awesome member of our community made this guide. It is not managed by iFixit staff. BackHP Compaq 6730b Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction What you need Step 1 Switch Cover Shut down the computer....
Difficulty Moderate Steps 5 Time Required 10 minutes Sections 2 Bottom Cover 2 steps Battery 3 steps Flags 0 BackHP Envy 4-1030us Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction When working with electronic components, we recommend wearing an electrostatic wristband, it is possible for the static electricity present on you to discharge onto one of the components, wearing one of these wristbands and clipping it to a piece of metal will prevent this from happening....
Name: Greg Chesson Born: Unknown Death: June 28, 2015 (Age: Unknown) Computer-related contributions American computer scientist and UNIX and networking expert. Inventor of XTP (Xpress Transfer Protocol), a flexible transport protocol created for high-speed networks. Designed the GSN (gigabit system network), also known as HIPPI-6400. Often called the godfather of networking because of his many contributions to the area. Former chief computer scientist with SGI (Silicon Graphics Inc.). Senior staff engineer at Google (2014)....
Difficulty Moderate Steps 28 Time Required 30 minutes - 1 hour Sections 6 Honda 6500 Watt Generator EG6500CL AT Safety Precautions 3 steps Generator Cover 2 steps Brush Assembly 4 steps Rear Generator Housing 14 steps Stator Cover 3 steps Stator 2 steps Flags 0 BackHonda 6500 Watt Generator EG6500CL AT Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes...
Featured Featured Guide Difficulty Easy Steps 2 Time Required 5 minutes Sections 1 Sternum strap on backpack 2 steps Flags Featured Guide This guide has been found to be exceptionally cool by the iFixit staff. Member-Contributed Guide An awesome member of our community made this guide. It is not managed by iFixit staff. BackVAUDE Backpacks Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide...
At its core, the Photoshop brush tool is there for drawing lines and shapes on your designs using strokes. With the help of Photoshop brushes, you can create anything from various patterns and textures, and even change the lighting of your images. Photoshop comes with a built-in set of brushes that you can use to add special effects to your photos. However, it’s a scarce selection with just a few general styles....
