Archives for the 'Windows' Category
Windows XP Professional SP2 Service Configuration
Unneeded services take up valuable resources and may even pose security risks. Which services to set to manual, and which ones to disable? I came across Black Viper’s recommendations some time ago, but unfortunately his website has disappeared. However, all is not lost as it has been archived (with thanks to The […]
Windows Explorer Shortcut with “My Computer” Selected as Default
If you create a shortcut for explorer.exe, “My Documents” will be selected as default. To make “My Computer” selected as default, set the following as the target:
%SystemRoot%\explorer.exe /e,::{20D04FE0-3AEA-1069-A2D8-08002B30309D}
To make any other folder selected as default, e.g., the D drive, set the following as the target:
%SystemRoot%\explorer.exe /e,d:
Locking Windows XP
Yet another thing I wish I had known a long time ago. To lock Windows XP, just press Windows key + L. (This is different from logging off as programs will continue running).
To disable the Shut Down button on the Welcome Screen:
Click Start –> Control Panel –> Performance and Maintenance –> Administrative Tools –> Local […]
Windows XP Command-Line Network Configuration
There are times when you need to switch between using DHCP and a fixed IP address for your notebook’s wireless or LAN cable connection. Having to click Start –> Connect To –> Show all connections –> (right-click) Local Area Connection –> Properties –> (double-click) Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) can become cumbersome - or just impossible if […]
