Microsoft created Windows Media as a framework to host and run all of Windows' multimedia programs and applications. Some of the Windows Media components include Windows Media Player, Windows Media Center and Windows DVD Maker. The company integrated this platform into its Windows 7 operating system

Powermax is a utility that checks for problems with hard drives. This is a handy application to run if you want to confirm that problems with a computer are stemming from the hard drive. The application can detect problems with the hard drive surface, drive recognition and software removal. The appl

PXJ files hold information from DVD- and CD-burning projects. They were originally used for the Sonic RecordNow software but it has since changed its name to Roxio RecordNow Music Lab. If you have this software, you can open up a PXJ file and re-burn an audio playlist or DVD data disc with the click

Launched for the public in 2007, Microsoft's Windows Vista operating system follows the successful Windows XP operating system in Microsoft's lineup. From XP to Vista, Microsoft made numerous changes to the operating system. This included both performance-enhancing features and aesthetic...

If you can see a folder through Windows Explorer that is shared by a computer on your network, you can create a virtual connection to that folder by associating it with a hard drive letter on your computer. Once you have mapped a folder to a drive, you can then access the folder through that drive i

Service Pack 4 is the last major update released by Microsoft for the Windows 2000 operating system. It contains computer security improvements as well as resolutions for compatibility problems with some third-party software such as Norton Internet Security. Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 remains avail

Storm windows install over existing windows. They add security to a home and help reduce energy bills; they keep your house warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer. Window film installs over storm windows to keep out light; apply it on the interior side of the window. There are different desig

CentOS 5, or Community Enterprise Operating System, is a free Linux distribution based on the source code from Red Hat's Enterprise Linux product. CentOS discs can test themselves prior to installation. The program compares the information on the CentOS DVD to known-correct values, detecting any phy

Windows XP is an operating system that succeeded Windows 2000 and was followed by Windows Vista. Windows XP includes an Automatic Updates feature that downloads any needed updates or service packs to help security protection and fix glitches. You can manually view the installation history from the

The Acer Aspire M1641 is a desktop computer that comes (by default) with Windows Vista installed. However, if you want to downgrade the computer's operating system and install Windows XP, all you need is a valid Windows XP installation CD and a product key for the operating system. Note that install

If you do a lot of work on your computer, you probably have a lot of icons either pinned to the taskbar or icons that appear on the taskbar while you have programs running. By default, the size of the icons is set to large. Unfortunately, there's no middle ground when it comes to setting the icon si

Windows users can configure their network and sharing settings to access files on other computers installed with a Windows operating system. To access from Windows XP files saved to a network computer installed with Windows Vista, enable file sharing on Windows Vista and open "My Network Places" in

A USB is a hardware interface that allows hardware devices to be attached to a user's computer via the USB port. USB ports can be used to connect devices such as printers or digital cameras. Most computers are equipped with more than one USB port. USB is functional on all operating systems, however,

With computer hardware changing rapidly and not lasting as long as before, there are innumerable reason why you may need to install Windows XP on a clean computer. Maybe you had a virus and had your drive erased, maybe you upgraded to a larger hard drive, and the list goes on. The problem is that

Create a custom recovery disk for your Windows 7 operating system so you can restore you computer to its original factory settings. Windows includes the Backup and Restore Center to assist you in creating recovery media for your computer. Use the utility to create a system image of your drive. A sys

DriveCleaner is rogue security program. It was developed to erase the tracks you leave behind when you browse the Internet, such as cookies, temporary Internet files and your browsing history. DriveCleaner is very similar to the popular Window Washer program. However, unlike Window Washer, DriveClea

If you want to add a twist to your signature in vBulletin, then consider creating a moving signature. These signatures scroll across the signature portion of your messages, adding a dynamic and eye-catching touch. In order for the moving signature to work, enable the signature through the user contr

The CHKDSK (checkdisk) program is a small utility in the Windows XP operating system that checks disks for errors and corrects them if found. If you want to use this utility on your main computer hard drive, you can do so by setting it up to run when you first start up the computer. You need no comp

XP Antivirus Pro is a rogue anti-virus program that installs itself onto your computer. It immediately launches pop-up advertisements telling you that your computer is infected with viruses and that you must register for the "licensed" version of XP Antivirus Pro. Registering for XP Antivirus Pro wi