Windows Vista

Microsoft has warned that several prominent anti-virus programs

Although Microsoft Corp. has yet to fix an update that sent some Windows Vista machines into endless reboots, today it spelled out several work-arounds users can apply to regain control of those PCs. Last week's update -- actually a pair of prerequisite files that modify Vista's install components to prep the operating system for Service Pack 1 (SP1) -- caused some systems to repeatedly reboot, while others simply balked at booting. On Tuesday, Microsoft reacted to a flood of reports on its support forums by pulling the files from Windows Update until it could determine what went awry. Although some users managed to stop the rebooting on their own or with help from other…

1st Bug: When I add a new group for a domain user in Active Directory I have an option to click apply. But no matter how many times I click apply, the "apply" button won't grey out... 2nd Bug: Ribbons screensaver was buggy without SP1 and still is. It's crashing on several PC's that I've tried.. 3rd Bug: Folder View in Windows Explorer couldn't be saved no matter what I do..

Microsoft Update won't let me check for new updates. The screen below shows the error message I get. How can I fix this?

I have a fairly old Dell PC from 2003. It has a 120GB hard drive, 768MB of RAM and a Pentium 4 2.0Ghz processor. Could I install Windows Vista Home Basic on this computer. I willing to do a Full install so I don't have any software problems. Edit: My computer is currently running Windows XP Pro.

This is my Autıunattend.xml file which i used.I give computer name but it change this name to another.I dont know where is my mistake and can you help me how can ı fix that problem Autounattend.xml

Recovery disc isn't the same as a system restore disc you get from your computer manufacturer that will restore your system to its factory default settings. Instead, it's a disc that helps you boot into a basic version of Windows to repair problems with the operating system. There have always been ways to create a recovery disc, but they've required jumping through a few hoops. You could probably argue that if the instructions were too complicated, you probably shouldn't be messing around with a restore disc in the first place. But even advanced users like to save some time every once in a while. Vista SP1 makes the process about as simple as possible. Select "All Program…

On January 9, 2008, Microsoft made available Windows Vista SP1 Release Candidate (RC) Refresh - Build 17128. This is the latest development milestone release of Vista SP1, following the first publicly available build of the service pack, served in December 2007. In the past month, the Redmond company opened up the testing process of Vista SP1 to all users of the operating system, by offering the first Release Candidate of the service pack. However, with the January 9 release, Vista SP1 went back to private testing. Windows Vista SP1 is not only available for download on Connect, but also as update via Windows Update. The current configurations of Windows Vista, however, …

I have my IE7 security set for protection mode enabled, however; when I open the browser it reports protection mode: off at the bottom of the brower window. When I double click there, it brings up the security tab which shows protection mode enabled. ??!! I've attempted to fix by going to Control Panel and re-setting Windows default programs, but that doesn't work. Can anybody suggest how to get the IE7 brower to report the correctly enabled protection mode? Thanks. Mayapple :confused02: mayapple@mayapple.net :thumbsup_anim: I found the fix! Had to go to my user account settings in Control Panel and put a check mark in "Use User Account Control (UAC) to help prote…

hey all. just released a new gadget today. peforms lots of functions and displays lots of information about your comp. check it out here. http://thehobbylounge.com/forum/index.php?board=139.0

edited for screenie when i install sp1, my wall changed to one i never knew was included.

Ok i know this is only a preview application that will expire on the 28th of this month but i thought id share it as its so cool/fun :thumbsup_anim:. It lets you browse to a folder on your Computer and assign it as a separate Desktop which will appear when pressing a HotKey and all folders/files in the chosen folder will appear on the desktop when activated

I have a strange problem and need you help guys to found what's the cause of this.. I'm using Windows Vista Ultimate x64, IE 7 and Firefox 2.0.0.11 This system was installed 3 weeks ago.. After this period of time I started to experience strange problems with my Internet Access by using Mozilla Firefox or IE7. Here's the situation... -Windows Vista loads, sidebar and windows live messenger and torrent client sends request to my router for internet connection. -Router connects to internet (ISP) -Every application that needs to communicate through internet starts to work properly: Windows Live Messenger (connected and working) uTorrent client (connected and working proper…

Just been browsing around and found this cool little program :thumbsup_anim: If you experience problems try installing this. USE AT OWN RISK as siad in the original message, but it works fine for me iv even added it to my startup :icon_cool:

I guess Vista copy isn't really fast as it seems to be. Check the screen shot I took today when I was copying 700 MB's in one file from PC to laptop..

Hello everyone! I got Windows Vista Home Premium installed last tuesday and I was looking for the help & support files, when clicked at start menu, windows says: "cannot download from / help". I don't know why it's like that. Anyone know why? If you don't understand what I'm saying, look at the screenshot below.. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

i have a couple of pc with xp pro would like to install vista on one of them to see if i like vista but i want to do a clean install so if i take off xp for 4 to 6 mo will i be able to reactivate my copy of xp pro or will i be stuck with vista thanks

Recycle Bin XP Thanks to XPero for the Extra LARGE Recycle Bin's (XPize) also thanks to Edootjuh and bishop7 for the Flyout bg (AeroXperience.org)

OK, I am using Vista, I installed XP, did the repair to get back to Vista. Now I am trying to use Easy BCD to add XP to the boot loader. How will I do that?

OK, I just started using Vista Ultimate again. this is the 4th time I went back to it. LOL. I have all of the updates. I keep getting "not responding" issues, with everything. Not every time I do something but maybe about 40% of the time. Is there a know fix?

I saw this question on several forums and would like to post an answer here if someone will need it. So, let's presume that you have encrypted your hard disk with BitLocker encryption. BitLocker is a feature that comes with Windows Vista Enterprise and Ultimate Editions. For some reason, you need to plug-in your hard disk in other computer and read the data from it. If the other computer is running Windows Vista Ultimate or Windows Vista Enterprise and has a TPM chip, the encrypted hard disk can be unlocked from the BitLocker Control Panel item on the alternate computer. When you unlock the BitLocker-enabled hard disk on the alternate computer, the only authentication ope…

Okay is strange ?!? but when i change themes or visualstyle in windows vista, my sidebar go under windows bar and it's impossible utilize the panel of my sidebar....look my image: I restart computer....i try to change position of windows bar on bottone, close and restart sidebar...but nothing. Some advise ??? Thank

Here is a way to convert Google or any Gadget and use it on your Vista's SideBar. I have tried it successfully with Widgets from widgetbox too. You can transform almost any gadget into one that can live on the Windows Vista sidebar or your Desktop. Download & Install Amnesty Generator. Then, choose a Web gadget you'd like to turn into a Vista gadget, click a few buttons to display the gadget's underlying HTML code. Copy and paste that code into Amnesty Generator, change a few settings, such as the gadget's name or size, if you wish, and tell Amnesty Generator to turn it into a Windows Vista gadget. The gadget will appear in the Windows Vista Gadget Gallery. From there…

How can I install gadgets in Vista Sidebar, when I'm with Windows XP?

With Vista Codec Package installed, you won't need to install any other codec or filter. Many user suggested default settings are implemented. Vista Codec Package does not contain a media player. It does not associates filetypes. With this package installed you will be able to use any media player (limited only by the players capabilities) to play DVD's, movies and video clips of any format. Streaming video (real and quicktime) is supported in web browsers. Visit the homepage to get a 64bitAddon which enables xvid, divx and DVD playback in Vista's MediaCenter. Codecs have always been a pain in the butt. Vista Codec Package takes from the best, all the big name creators, s…