Science and Tech
While watching my computer and how it connects to the internet, I have noticed that my computer is usually connected to a Google server. I don’t want my computer connected to anything unless I direct it to. So, I am blocking Google from accessing the web with my computer. Here is how I did it using Vista’s firewall:
Continue reading ‘Block Google Updater with Vista’s Firewall’ »
I am in the process of cleaning out programs from my computer that have been accessing the internet without my knowledge.
Google has installed its code in many places on my computer and I don’t want it. Continue reading ‘Uninstall Google Add-on from Firefox’ »
On my Vista machine, I checked out my task scheduler and was surprised by all the Google activity. Why is Google so active on my computer?
Continue reading ‘Google is Clogging Up My Task Scheduler’ »
Google is Clogging Up My Task Scheduler
I have been watching my computer lately to see what it’s doing on the internet. I want to make sure I haven’t been hacked. I’m surprised how many different IP addresses my computer connects to without my consent. GoogleToolbarNotifier.exe is one of them.
Continue reading ‘Why is GoogleToolbarNotifier.exe on my computer?’ »
What is this IP that always appears connected to my computer?
Continue reading ‘What is IP 198.63.194.98? (Sun’s Java Automatic Updater)’ »
I’ve been relying on Microsoft’s Live website to function as my RSS reader. It worked fairly well and I was happy with it, but Microsoft announced that they are shutting it down. So I was forced to find a new way to keep track of my RSS feeds.
Why would you want to know your latitude? If you have solar panels, you can use your latitude to know how much to tilt your solar panel to absorb the most direct sunlight.
Two powerpole plugs connected together
How to put together Anderson Powerpole connectors without proprietary tools? See video…
Continue reading ‘How to Assemble Anderson Powerpole Connectors’ »
After doing some maintenance work on the inside of my computer, I turned it back on and got the very unhelpful message from Vista:
Well, when I pressed the keys to restart, the error comes right back. It’s an endless loop. What the heck does this message mean anyway? I found the problem and was able to fix it. Read on for the solution.
Continue reading ‘Vista says it misses its BOOTMGR – It’s the hard drive, stupid’ »
How to fix a “Media Jam” on the Konica Minolta magicolor 2430DL laser printer
Added Sep-2-2008
Vista says: The backup did not complete successfully. The latest backup set can not be found.
Here’s a way to make Vista start over.
Edited Jan-23-2009
Added Aug-01-2008
how can you restore it to an older saved state?
Added Jul-02-2008
This article might help you find your saved games in Vista’s Virtualstore. Read
Edited Jul-30-2008
When I ordered a Drobo unit from BuyDig.com, I was encouraged by a $50 cash rebate. But is the rebate a real deal?
Drobo rebate.
Some router configuration tips: D-Link DI-LB604 Dual-WAN Load Balancing router
Updated Jun-18-2008
Want to know how to set up your router for surfing secure websites and sending SMTP email? Tips
How to save audio in audacity for use in Hammer (the Half Life 2 map editor)
Added Feb-26-2008
This tutorial is for map designers, using Hammer. I show the simple, but necessary step to convert audio to work in speakers, using Audacity, a free audio editing tool. Tutorial.
How to reinstall Juice Podcast Receiver
Added Feb-21-2008
Getting an error with your Juice Podcast Receiver like the one below?
It might be time for a reinstall. Here’s how I did it without losing my settings. Tutorial
Online videos showing how to do a few things in Nvu, like how to resize tables.
Has your doctor been good to you?
Visit DoctorScorecard.com and share the experiences you have had with doctors, good or bad. Does your doctor meet your medical needs? Give your doctor a score! See what other people have said about their doctors.
What’s the best-tasting tomato? Some people say it’s the Cherokee Purple.
