23 Februari 2009

Follow this step-by-step instructions to share printer in Windows XP.

1) Go to Start and click Control Panel. Control Panel Window will appear, then double click Printers and faxes.

2) Printers and Faxes window will appear. Right click the printer you want to share, then click Sharing…

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Note: Make sure you've enabled File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks on network card's properties.

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3) Select Sharing tab and tick Share this printer to share the printer. You can type in a new name in the Share name text box to change your printer name on the network, however this will not change the printer name on your computer. Click Apply.

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Note: If the other users using different version of Windows to access your printer, they will need to install printer driver themselves. You can help by installing additional printer drivers on your Windows XP, so that the printer driver will be installed when other users access the shared printer with different version of Windows. Click Additional Drivers, tick additional driver you would like to install. You will be prompted to install those additional drivers after clicking OK.

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4) Once you have shared the printer, you will see there is a hand supporting your printer.

You can share printer, and you can also share files. Check this out...

22 Februari 2009

How To Use Your Television as a Laptop Monitor

You may have once seen a seemingly tech-savvy friend hook a laptop up to their television in order to share digital pictures. Most likely, you were impressed and thought it would require a good deal of technology. Not so! Read on to learn how to quickly and easily link your laptop and television.

The benefits of connecting your laptop and television are immense. When company is over, you can share pictures of your latest vacation without making every hunch of your small laptop screen - just hook it up to the big screen, sit back, and enjoy! You can also use this setup to enjoy the flexibility of more screen space. Working on a document that requires a full screen but doesn't need your full attention? Play a DVD or YouTube video on the television, while remaining on your laptop to do your work. The possibilities are endless!

1. You'll need a few basic components in order to set up the connection. First, check your laptop for an S-video out jack. (The symbol next to this jack will be a rectangular box with an S and an arrow coming out of it). An S-video cord can be purchased for $20-$50 (depending on length and quality) online or at any big box electronics retailer (e.g. Best Buy or Circuit City). Be sure to purchase a long enough cord, as there's nothing worse than hooking up your laptop and realizing that you have to stay right next to the television with it!

2. Physically hooking this up is very easy - just plug one end of the S-video into your laptop, and the other into your television. However, the software setup can be a bit confusing. Once the cord is plugged in, turn on your television and switch the input to be from the S-video slot (normally accomplished by pressing either the "input" or "TV/Video" buttons on your remote). Your laptop may automatically detect the television and pop a screen to give you the choice begin broadcasting, but not always. If it doesn't identify the extra screen, open the Windows Mobility Center (found in the quick start menu on your Windows Vista taskbar) and select connect display.

3. Once your television is identified, you have the option to duplicate your laptop's monitor on both screens (useful for presentations with a wired mouse), extend your laptop's monitor onto the new screen so that you have double the screen space (useful when you want to watch a video while simultaneously working on your laptop), or view content only on the television screen (useful for presentations with a wireless mouse). Select the appropriate option, and select the resolution that matches your television.

4. If you want to connect the sound to your computer, all it takes is one additional component that only costs a few dollars ($5-$10). Called an RCA cable, one side will have just one plug that goes into your headphone jack, while the other side splits into two plugs that will go into the left and right audio jacks on your television. There is no setup needed for this connection - just plug in and enjoy!

How To Choose a Laptop

Buying and using a laptop

can be a liberating experience. You will have the ability to take your work wherever you go, take your computer

to class, a coffee shop, on a trip - anywhere. You may end up spending a bit more for a laptop than you would for a desktop - after all, the individual components need to be smaller to fit in a laptop chassis - but the convenience is worth the extra cost.

1. Decide what screen size you need. If you are used to a larger-sized desktop monitor, you'll want to choose a laptop that has a larger screen. A 15" screen is usually standard, but there are 17" screens available, which may be worth the extra investment. Dell even offers 19" and 20" screens on certain models. If you need or want a large screen, you may want to consider this, especially if you are choosing a laptop as a desktop replacement. Also, consider if you want a wide screen monitor or a standard monitor. A wide screen monitor is good if you would like to watch movies on your laptop, or if you frequently need to have two applications open side by side.

2. clip_image002Decide what kind of networking features you want. One of the most popular current features of laptops is wireless Internet access. With wireless access, you can get on the Internet wherever there is a "hotspot" - an area that the public is allowed to use an Internet signal, whether it's for a fee or free. You can also set up a home network and access the Internet anywhere in your house. Most laptops have slots for network cards, but if you want built-in network access, then make sure your laptop has a built-in network card. It's a nice feature if wireless Internet access appeals to you.

3. Determine your battery needs. You'll want to look for a laptop with a battery that lasts a long time if you will be taking your laptop on the road (or on the patio with no electrical outlet). Starting up your laptop is a big drain on a battery, and you may not get much time - perhaps only an hour or two - on a standard battery. So if you will be using your laptop away from a power source a lot, make sure that your laptop features a long battery life.

4. Look into the warranty and service plan. Computer companies and resellers have varying warranties and service plans for laptops. Some companies have you send your laptop back if anything goes wrong, some want you to take it to a service depot (which may be inconveniently located up to 50 miles away), and others will come to your home or business and repair it on the spot. Also, make sure that you can afford to wait the length of time promised for service; Dell has a great next business day plan, whereas some others take weeks to get issues resolved. If your business, school or other activities can't wait an indeterminate amount of time for resolution, make sure to get a next-day (or two day) service plan. Be sure to also check what both the warranty and the service plan cover; some cover very little, while others cover hardware and sometimes software as well. Certain warranties and service plans are voided if you spill on or drop your laptop (even accidentally), while others fully cover anything that could go wrong for any reason. Some companies offer secondary service plans if you have a drop or spill. Count on one of the two happening at some point, so consider this secondary policy if it is offered. Also check your homeowner's or renter's insurance; it may cover accidental spills and drops, so you may not need to purchase an extra service plan for that.

You may already have a favorite brand of desktop computer - it's likely that if you like a particular desktop, the same brand will produce a laptop you like. Just like a desktop, those little upgrades that seem expensive when you are buying a laptop

are worth it. Whether you are looking for a laptop as your main computer or as a secondary computer for work or school, you'll love the ease and portability of a laptop. Have fun with your new computer! 

How To Block Your Cell Phone Number

There might be many reasons why you want to block your cell phone number from showing up on other people's caller IDs. Whatever the reason is, it's very simple to block your cell phone number. You have two options: you can permanently block your phone number or you can block your number on a call by call basis.

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Blocking Your Cell Phone Number Permanently:

The most permanent solution is to request a "line block" from your cell phone carrier.

1. To do this you simply need to call the customer service for your specific provider and they can block your number. When you do this your number will never show up to anyone.

2. To call your customer service to block your cell phone number, just dial 611 from your cell phone and you will reach them.

3. If there is a situation where you want your number to show up, you will still have an option. When you have a permanent block on your cell phone number you will need to dial *82 before dialing the number you are calling. When you do this your phone number will show up just once for that specific call. Ex: *82 (555) 555-5555.

Did you know that you or anybody else can look up unknown cell phone numbers online? Here are two top sites for looking up cell phone numbers:

· PhoneNumberScan.com

· National Registry of Cellular Numbers (NRCN)

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Sometimes you may want to block you number for a specific call. You might not want someone to know that you are trying to reach them for the 15th time in a row, or you might be calling a business and might not want them to know your number.

1. If you want to block your cell phone number on a call by call basis you need to dial *67 before dialing the number. Ex *67 (555) 555-5555.

2. When you do this you will not have any feedback that it worked. If you want to test this, just call your home phone, or anther phone that has a caller ID from your cell to confirm that your phone number is blocked.

One important thing to remember is that your number will not be blocked from emergency services or any toll free numbers.

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How To Buy Digital Cameras

 

It seems that just about everybody has a digital camera these days. They can be found on computers, in cell phones, and even on keychains (not to mention the cameras that actually look like real cameras). With all of the advances that have been made in digital camera technology in recent years, it'clip_image001s no surprise that there are a number of different options facing the consumer.
The problem with having so many digital camera options is that unless you know what you're seeking, you might not be able to get the best camera for your money. In order to find the camera that's right for both you and your wallet, it's important to keep a few things in mind when you go shopping.

1. Know how much you're willing to spend on a camera before you go shopping. Some digital cameras can cost over $500 or $600, while others may top $1,000. Cameras with fewer features and a lower resolution can also be found for under $20 or $30. Stay within your budget.

2. See what sort of camera memory access your computer has. Digital cameras use a variety of different types of media for storage, ranging from USB-accessible onboard memory to miniature CD-R or 3.5" floppy disks. Specialized flash memory cards are also commonly used, but may require an adapter or card reader if your computer isn't set up to use them.

3. Look for the megapixel rating for any camera that you're considering buying. This refers to the fineness of individual pixels that make up the image, and to the number of pixels contained within the image. The higher the megapixel rating, the better the quality of the photograph will be. Lower-megapixel cameras tend to produce pictures that are much more grainy and have lower resolutions.

4. Consider the size and shape of the camera as well as how you're going to be using it. If you simply want something to take with you when you go on trips, you'll want a camera that can be easily packed and transported. If you're looking for a more professional camera, then you're going to want something that can be held steady and has attachments and other options available for it. Let form follow function.

5. Keep in mind anything else that you want to be able to do with your camera. Cell phones with digital cameras built in can serve as a portable camera in addition to their normal functions, and certain other cameras can be used to create full-motion video, often with sound! Make sure that the camera you buy meets as many of your needs as possible.

How to install your Blogger template

 

These all are free to download XML templates which will work with the new blogger {blogger beta}.Most of them are 3 columned ones.They have a back link back to this page.You can remove it if your want.If you want to motivate me, the donation option below is all yours.

Top of Form

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Bottom of Form

How to install your template
Step 1.Click on Template title (For eg. "Minima White")
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Step 2.Goto Edit template section of your layout tab
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Step 3. Upload it from the place where you saved it.
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Important: Widgets
By installing any one of these templates, there are chances that all your widgets are lost(means all your customization is lost and only default template would be their).
It is recommended to backup your widgets. [Guide to backup widgets ]
A warning similar to the one given below will be displayed while installing them, Click Yes.
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Update(s) 1/11/2008
Known issues :-

After going through your comments,I'm posting about issues which are common

Son Of Moto Template
The bug's fixed and template updated, it should be green now.
Rounder's Template
The template experiences a sidebar drop in IE.Under Scanner
Header Image
It's been observed that the template isn't permitting images.the temporary solution is that you delete the 'Header' page element.Then re-add it using 'Add a Gadget' link in the layout section.
XML Errors
Instead of copy-pasting the code,try downloading it and then uploading.For downloading Right click on the template link you wish to download and select "Save Target As" in IE or "Save Link As" in Firefox.Then upload it from Edit HTML section of the Layout Tab.

for example:

minima White
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Minima Black

Minima Blue

Minima Ochre

Son of Moto

Ms.Moto

Dots

Dots Dark

TicTac

Tic Tac Blue

Denim

Denim Washed