How to Find the Hex Number of a Color

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A widespread way of specifying a particular color is to use a hexadecimal (hex) number that encodes the relative strength of each primary color that adds up to the color in question. This hex representation is convenient for computers, but difficult for humans to understand in an intuitive way. You

Window Pane Terminology

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A modern window pane can deliver a finely tuned performance to prevent heat loss, airflow and other inefficiencies. Modern builders use a variety of terms to describe and measure these factors.

StringBuilder ... A New Object in .NET

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How to Reset Windows When you Can't Pull Programs Up

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Resetting your version of Windows typically is accomplished through the System Restore utility, but this becomes problematic if a virus or user error has left you unable to pull up a list of available programs on your computer. Accomplish this seemingly impossible task by using the repair tools on y

What Is MS Windows CE?

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Microsoft Windows Compact Edition, or Windows CE, is an operating system for embedded systems and mobile computers. Windows CE is a separate, distinct operating system from desktop Windows. Windows CE cannot be purchased in a store. Rather, it is licensed to OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) a

Updates and Security in Windows 10

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Windows 10 has various options for keeping your computer safe and current. Learn what they are and how to use them.

How to Use Graphic Card for Physics

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Newer graphics cards developed by Nvidia have the capability of processing real-time physics effects for video games, such Mafia 2 and Hawx 2. This integrated technology in Nvidia graphics cards removes the necessity of having a dedicated physics card, such as the AGEIA PhysX card. You can enable yo

How to Reinstall Grub in Linux

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When installing more than one operating system on the same computer, using a bootloader that recognizes both operating systems allows you to select which one you want to use when your computer starts. GRUB is a flexible bootloader used by several Linux distributions that recognizes most operating sy

How to Reinstall the Dynamic Link Library

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Programs use dynamic link library (DLL) files to interact with the Windows operating system. Windows has several DLL files, which contain functions used by programmers to set up configurations on the user's desktop. If you want to reinstall a DLL, you can use the "regsvr32" utility in the command li

My Vista KB 950127 Update Fails to Install

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The Vista KB950127 update is intended to resolve an issue in which an attempt to install Vista Service Pack 1 crashes in a file called KS.SYS. If you're not experiencing this problem--if you can successfully install Vista SP1, if you already have, or if you are having a different problem with the in

How to Fix a Corrupt File System

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Your computer has a file system that can become corrupted due to a number of reasons. Virus or malware infections, errors in the hard drive or unstable programs may be some of the culprits. Once your file system is corrupted, your computer will most likely suffer in terms of performance. This issue

How to Fix a WLTray.exe Application Error

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The WLTray.exe application is for your Dell wireless network card. This application can become corrupt for any number of reasons, including system configuration changes and conflicts with a recent installation or uninstallation of software. Restore it to working order using the restoration tools in

How to Solve a Blue Screen

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Blue screens in Windows (sometimes referred to as the "Blue Screen of Death," or BSOD) occur due to either software driver compatibility issues or hardware malfunctions. The most common type of blue screen error message is "Windows has been shut down to prevent damage to your computer." When your co

How to Disable the Built-in Microphone on My IBM T41

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The IBM T41 ThinkPad is a full-featured laptop PC designed for Microsoft Windows. The computer includes an internal microphone that can record sound or enable voice chat. However, this microphone can be disabled, completely shutting down sound input to the machine unless another, external microphone

How to Remove a Counterfeit Windows XP

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Utilizing a counterfeit or pirated version of Windows XP is illegal, so you will naturally want to remove the operating system from your hard drive the moment you discover your error. Accomplish this by wiping clean the drive to which Windows XP was installed, complying with copyright laws and preve

How to Remove GetMirar

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Mirar, or GetMirar, is an adware add-on program to a web browser that resembles a search toolbar. GetMirar tracks your online activity, such as online shopping or hobbies, and then sends this information back to the developers. They, in turn, start bombarding your computer with targeted pop-up ads b

How to Fix Slow Startup on Windows XP Home

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Waiting for your computer to boot can seem like an eternity. A slow boot-up process is typically caused by one of two things: not enough memory (RAM) installed in your computer, or too many programs being loaded during Windows startup. In some cases, both of these factors will be the culprit. In eit

How do I Erase Cookie Files From My Computer?

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A cookie file is a small file that a website places on your computer. Cookies contain data that helps a website keep track of who you are; they may include information such as your user name and password, your site preferences and your age. Advertising firms also use cookies to track users. If you w

VB 2010 and Beyond

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How to Update Rollup for Windows XP

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A Windows XP "Rollup" is a compilation of critical system updates for the XP operating system, all conveniently packaged together for ease of installation. Update your computer with the Windows XP Rollup package by downloading it directly from Microsoft, a process which generally takes less than 10