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September 29th, 2008

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Descriptions and Fixes of Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) crash errors


Attempted Write To Readonly Memory (stop code 0X000000BE)

A faulty driver or service is typically responsible for this error, as is outdated firmware. If the name of a file or service is specified, try uninstalling the software (or rolling back the driver if it’s an upgrade).

Bad Pool Caller (stop code 0X000000C2)

Causes and remedies are similar to “Attempted Write To Readonly Memory”. Additionally, this error might also be the result of a defective hardware device. If you encounter this message while upgrading to Windows Vista, it may mean that one or more devices in your system are not compatible with Vista. Try disconnecting unnecessary devices, or at least look for updated drivers and firmware. Also, disable any antivirus software you may have running.

Data Bus Error (stop code 0X0000002E)

This can be caused by defective memory, including system RAM, the Level 2 cache, or even the memory on your video card. Other causes of this error include serious hard disk corruption, buggy hardware drivers, or physical damage to the motherboard.

Driver IRQL Not Less Or Equal (stop code 0X000000D1)

Drivers programmed to access improper hardware addresses typically cause this error. Causes and remedies are similar to “Attempted Write To Readonly Memory (stop code 0X000000BE)”

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Written by Harry Waring on September 29th, 2008 with no comments.
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Tweak your mouse sensitivity in Windows virtual machines

I doubt a lot of virtualization fans is having this issue on most of the virtualization platform. This is not a major issue, but it is quite annoying and it will lower down your mouse pointer sensitivity. It is very hard for you to do testing or manage the Windows virtual machine if you cannot move your mouse pointer smoothly. Recently I just realized how to solve it from a friend of mine. Before this I would like to share this post with my friend, Wayne Lee King Lek. Thanks for him to share this knowledge with me.

Here is the step by step how to encounter the issue mentioned above:
  1. At your Windows VM desktop, right click your mouse, and then go to Properties.
  2. Browse to Settings tab, and then click on Advanced button at the right bottom.
  3. Click on the Troubleshoot tab, adjust the Hardware acceleration to Full.

Thats all for this small trick. Hope this post will help you all. :)

Written by magakos on September 29th, 2008 with no comments.
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Esther Choi is back and she’s feeling “Snippy”

Esther is back with a brand new demo focusing on another cool feature in Windows Vista - Snipping Tool.  Snipping Tool is really handy for anyone who needs to capture and/or send an image of their screen, a web page or document - really any time where the visual explains more than a description. 

We've heard great things about the other videos we did (on Previous Versions, Live Icons and Instant Search), so our plan is to continue providing content like this.  Leave a comment and let us know what you think of the video, and if you have suggestions for tips and tricks we should cover in future videos!

Also, just a reminder that you can still get the Windows Vista Product Guide - a great resource on all things Windows Vista - for FREE in paperback.  All you have to do is pay for shipping.  Order your copy here!  The paperback guide doesn't include the new stuff in Windows Vista SP1, but you can download all of that information here

Written by Brandon LeBlanc on September 29th, 2008 with no comments.
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Security Scanner 2008

Description of Security Scanner 2008 and consequences of its residing on your PC

Security Scanner 2008 (SecurityScanner2008) is another astute misleading antispyware solution. This program is often installed manually. Some observers state that the only reason for considering Security Scanner 2008 as malware is that scan results by this program comprise legitimate objects. We disagree for the following reasons: first,   Security Scanner 2008 is often installed without your contest and notification through the method of fake codec request and other popular trickeries; second, so called threats discovered by Security Scanner 2008 are not only legitimate but they could be very valuable for users; it is understandable that deletion of such files is unwanted and is already a good reason to remove Security Scanner 2008; third, Security Scanner 2008 (SecurityScanner 2008) alerts you too about fake threats by pop-ups, which sometimes cause system freezes and may be very annoying.
There is no reason to keep this rogue. It is not just an unnecessary application, significant system slowing down and valuable data vanishings may become your headache due to  Security Scanner 2008. Click here to scan your PC free of charge and get rid of Security Scanner 2008 once and for

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Written by admin on September 29th, 2008 with no comments.
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AntiMalware 2009

Description of AntiMalware 2009 and consequences of its residing on your PC

If your PC could experience pain, it would cry after AntiMalware 2009 installation. This application indeed tears the body of your smart servant apart. What seems strange for the first look is that any complicated technique is not applied by this rogue for making such a hard malicious impact.
So what is it and how it works? Everything of genius is simple. While there is a number of various tricks aimed to depreciate system performance of a victim’s computer  used to the purpose of malware propagation, AntiMalware 2009 seems to be some kind of a jasper as no intentional actions are taken by this application to strengthen harm caused to the victim’s machine for scaring purposes.  Such actions are simply unnecessary; AntiMalware 2009 was so terribly designed that there is no need in additional tricks. Any contemporary operating system can not operate at full performance, where its capacities are utilized by AntiMalware 2009. Remove AntiMalware 2009 (Anti Malware 2009 or AntiMalware2009) to deliver your PC from these sufferings. Unless you get rid of AntiMalware 2009(Anti Malware 2009 or AntiMalware2009)within the shortest terms, your PC may be hardly damaged.

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Written by admin on September 29th, 2008 with no comments.
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Add the Green Consideration in Buying a New PC

When you are in the market for a new computer, perhaps you could include among your requirements green issues like perhaps the materials to which they are made of and energy saving features that is currently among the top points that people are being encouraged to do. We are all aware that going green has been added to the fray and while many PC manufacturers claim that they adhere to such eco-friendly policies, it would be best to decide on your own on what it really means to be green.

One thing you can be assured of is that you get the best performance as well. Power saving features has to be the leading indicator of being green which is closely followed by use of other resources from perhaps recycled materials or adhering towards policies governing proper waste and reusable resources. While these are a given, it is obvious that the main point that a PC buyer would have is simply to get a PC that can function normally and according to their needs.

The real deal on why PC buyers should place emphasis on energy consumption may not be realized immediately. For one, energy consumption can really save

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Written by PC Freak on September 29th, 2008 with no comments.
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