SVCHOST.EXE is malware which infects the registry
How do I delete this registry infection? The problem appears under the name ‘INTERACTIVE SERVICES DIALOG DETECTION’ and prevents printer function (in my case). I have tried using MS Config to eliminate unknown downloads but that didn’t work . Have tried several registry ‘cleaners’ without success.

Answer Question   |  March 26, 2013  4:08 PM
malware, SVCHost.exe, Windows Vista

EXE files
Why can’t I open my EXE files….says I need an association

Answer Question   |  February 28, 2013  4:36 PM
.EXE file, Windows Vista

How can I access my desktop
My laptop’s OS IS WINDOWS VISTA.when i login to my account, it prepares a temporary desktop which i cannot access the files it gives me a basic desktop which is very different from the one I’ve been using. how can i stop this temporary desktop and access my previous desktop which i’ve been using.

Answer Question   |  September 10, 2012  8:05 AM
Desktop, Windows Vista

My laptop won’t turn on anymore.
It’s worked fine for a year. It’s been dropped a few times but it was still working. This happened 3 or 4 years ago and I just now decided to bring it up. I have an Acer Aspire 5735.  It wwon’t turn on anymore. I plug the charger in and it lights up put when [...]

Answer Question   |  June 18, 2012  7:13 AM
Acer Aspire S5, Windows Vista

File Server
Am using a desktop and have 5 laptops on the network and i want them to share files on the desktop. I dont want to install any server software. How do i create my Window Vista desktop into a file server.

Answer Question   |  March 30, 2012  3:44 PM
Windows Vista

Interesting virus…
I came across an interesting virus while fixing my neighbour’s laptop last night. Basically, here’s what it did: <p>1. Replicate the desktop (Vista)</p> <p>2. Spit out multiple error messages about the hard drive being corrupt.</p> <p>3. Popped up a window that looked exactly like the MS “there is a fatal error, try and fix?” message.</p> [...]

Answer Question   |  November 16, 2011  3:19 PM
Microsoft Windows Vista, Security, virus, Viruses, Windows Vista

Upgrading Windows XP and Windows Vista clients
What is the best way to upgrade our Windows XP and Windows Vista desktop and laptop clients. Most of the existing hardware can be used. Is there an automated process that can be used to upgrade them in the off hours?

Answer Question   |  March 31, 2012  2:51 PM
Operating system platforms, Windows 7, Windows 7 deployment, Windows 7 upgrades, Windows Vista, Windows XP

Create local admin account in recovery mode
Is there any command to create a local admin account in recovery mode like hiren tool (mini xp)?

Answer Question   |  March 31, 2012  12:43 PM
Local Administrators Account, Microsoft Windows, SIMPLE RECOVERY model, Windows Vista

How do I stop user from deleting folders in a public network?
I have about 50 public computers that I have set up in a Library.  I set up a seperate user account for them but they keep deleting folders on me.  How can i prevent this from happening?

Answer Question   |  June 9, 2011  9:23 PM
Network permissions, User account management, User accounts, User Permissions, Windows Vista

Windows Vista SP2 and Windows Server 2008
I’ve heard that Windows Vista SP2 has a strong Windows Server 2008 component. What is this relationship?

Answer Question   |  June 2, 2011  8:09 PM
Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 Administration, Windows Vista

Migrate Software applications, for Vista to Windows 7 OS upgrade
I want to upgrade my OS from Vista to windows 7. What is the best way to migrate some of the software (none microsoft apps) without having to re-install it again.

Answer Question   |  March 28, 2012  7:21 AM
Windows 7 migration plans, Windows 7 upgrade, Windows Vista, Windows Vista migration

Windows Vista boot file
I am searching for booting files of vista and windows 7 . i find them as bootmgr and bcd… but what are the files inside the bootmgr..As xp has number of file, what are name of vista and win 7 booting files

Answer Question   |  May 3, 2011  2:20 AM
Boot manager, Windows 7, Windows 7 Booting, Windows Vista

Windows Server 2003 Enterprise edition domain
i have window 2003 server enterprise. we want use window 7 and window vista business on clint machine but it will not join domain in window 2003 serevr enterprises doman but XP clint system work properly and join domain

Answer Question   |  March 28, 2011  4:58 AM
Windows 7, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 Domain, Windows Server 2003 Enterprise Edition, Windows Vista

one PC on my Wireless LAN cannot connect to internet
I have a wireless LAN using ADSL.  I have connected five pc’s with no problem but there is one (Vista) laptop that connects fine to the router but the ‘network map’ in the ‘network and sharing center’ shows a red cross between the router and the internet.  Windows troubleshooter doesn’t fix the problem.  Any help [...]

Answer Question   |  August 24, 2011  7:42 PM
LAN, Netgear, Netgear router, Routers, Windows Vista, Wireless Internet, Wireless Network

windows vista domain users prohibit to change time zone
Hi! I have a question.. how can I prevent domain users using vista computers not to change time zone in their workstation? I tried to look in group policy in windows 2003 active directory but nothing there.. pls help me how to solve this thnks!!!

Answer Question   |  March 25, 2011  6:20 AM
Group Policy, Windows administration, Windows Vista, Windows Vista deployment

Open IT Forum: Reactions to IE9?
With the recent release of the newest Internet Explorer, we’re looking for reviews, reactions, or reasons you haven’t downloaded it yet. Microsoft is reporting some impressive download numbers, and we’re wondering what users have to say about it. Share your thoughts or reservations, and we’ll share 50 knowledge points! Also check out some blog posts [...]

Answer Question   |  March 27, 2011  7:48 PM
IE9, Internet Explorer, Internet Explorer Upgrades, Open IT Forum, Windows 7, Windows Vista

Hard drive not detected
On a Dell Vostro 1710 running Vista on a Centrino processor, on boot there is an error loading BIOS saying there is no detectible hard drive. All internal workings seem to be ok and the HD appears to work just fine in other machines. Solutions?

Answer Question   |  October 31, 2011  2:14 PM
BIOS, Dell, HARD drive, Hard Drive Installation, Windows Vista

Can’t access shared folders – Windows 7
Hey guys, can anybdy help, I’m setting up an ad hoc network with two laptops running different windows, windows7 and vista. tha network discovery is turn on, and pass word protect is off. I also set the laptops to home group. the problem is that i can’t access the shared folder from the other laptop. [...]

Answer Question   |  April 15, 2011  3:12 AM
Ad Hoc, Shared folders, Windows 7, Windows Vista

Assigning static IP addresses
Howdy folks I’ve got 6 windows pc’s at the office and i’m trying to create a peer to peer network, And i want to assign ip addresses statically because if they are obtained automatically ip address conflict occur.My problem is if i assign them statically i cannot go to the internet but when it’s automatic [...]

Answer Question   |  February 22, 2011  3:11 PM
IP address, Peer-to-Peer, Static IP address, Static IP Configuration, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP

Windows Internet Explorer 9
just downloaded windows internet explorer 9 because my windows internet explorer 8.keeps shutting down every 3 or 4 mins.so i thought exploreer 9 might be better but i still have the same problem keeps shutting down.it sends the information back to microsoft.but still playing up.can you help please.

Answer Question   |  May 17, 2011  2:36 PM
Internet Explorer 8, Internet Explorer 9, Windows Vista, Windows Vista 32 Bit