1. Some background:I have different hardware profiles setup on my laptop. At boot time, I am presented with a list of those profiles to choose from. One of the profiles I created is "Airplane Mode", which disables network related hardware and sets certain unneeded Services to disabled, when I'm travellRead more

    Some background:
    I have different hardware profiles setup on my laptop. At boot time, I am presented with a list of those profiles to choose from. One of the profiles I created is “Airplane Mode”, which disables network related hardware and sets certain unneeded Services to disabled, when I’m travelling on an airplane.

    So, a possibility is to create a new hardware profile called something like “Game Mode”. Then in the Services configuration, disable all the Services that are not required. This is accomplished by going to the “Log On” tab in the properties of the Service, and selecting “Disable” for the specific hardware profile.

    You should be able to get the minimal list of services by booting into Safe Mode, and reviewing the list of Services that are started. Hope this helps!

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  2. God of war isn't a pc game it's a console(ps2, ps3) game. U need ps2 emulator to run it but emulator isn't stable and require high system requirements. U have a netbook(peform very bad in games), u need a gaming notebook or desktop.We can not fight new wars with old weapons, let he who desires peaceRead more

    God of war isn’t a pc game it’s a console(ps2, ps3) game. U need ps2 emulator to run it but emulator isn’t stable and require high system requirements. U have a netbook(peform very bad in games), u need a gaming notebook or desktop.

    We can not fight new wars with old weapons, let he who desires peace prepare for war – PROPHET.

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  3. If male and female are your only choices, use a Data Validation Drop Down list that only contains those 2 choices. That way you don't need to worry about any errors. Your formula can then be very simple:=IF(A1="male", 2, 4)You can also use a Drop Down for your ages and simplify the other formula alsRead more

    If male and female are your only choices, use a Data Validation Drop Down list that only contains those 2 choices. That way you don’t need to worry about any errors.

    Your formula can then be very simple:

    =IF(A1=”male”, 2, 4)

    You can also use a Drop Down for your ages and simplify the other formula also:

    =IF(B1<30, 0, IF(B1< 51, 2, 4))

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  4. The autoexec.bat file in Windows 7, and the entire NT line for that matter, does very little. In most cases nothing at all. In XP it was scanned to see if it contained any environment variables but I don't know if that is the case in Windows 7.The primary purpose of autoexec.bat in Windows 7, when iRead more

    The autoexec.bat file in Windows 7, and the entire NT line for that matter, does very little. In most cases nothing at all. In XP it was scanned to see if it contained any environment variables but I don’t know if that is the case in Windows 7.

    The primary purpose of autoexec.bat in Windows 7, when it exists, is to keep old DOS programs happy that would fail if it does not exist.

    I believe that the autoexec.nt file in the windows\system folder will do what you want.
    Of course that depends on what you are trying to do.

    Do be aware that command line programs and DOS programs are NOT one and the same.

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  5. Either your your laptop is heating up and running very slow or the hard-drive itself may be malfunctioning. What started this?

    Either your your laptop is heating up and running very slow or the hard-drive itself may be malfunctioning. What started this? See less
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  6. Error 23 = Cyclic Redundancy Check ErrorThe drive has failed and is therefore no longer usable. No software can repair a failed drive.

    Error 23 = Cyclic Redundancy Check Error

    The drive has failed and is therefore no longer usable. No software can repair a failed drive.

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  7. Did you use the correct CMOS battery? Is the battery good?Did you bend the battery contacts when removing?Did you install the battery with the polarity in the correct orientation?Are you sure the clear CMOS jumper is positioned in the run position?Are you using the SAVE when exiting?I think your proRead more

    Did you use the correct CMOS battery?

    Is the battery good?

    Did you bend the battery contacts when removing?

    Did you install the battery with the polarity in the correct orientation?

    Are you sure the clear CMOS jumper is positioned in the run position?

    Are you using the SAVE when exiting?

    I think your problem is one of the above.

    If your computer works fine when connected to AC power then so some reason the battery is not doing its job.

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  8. You have a RAM problem...that's all you need to be concerned about.Unplug the power cord, lay the tower on it's side (I assume you have a tower?) & take out ALL the RAM. Take the original stick & run a pencil eraser along both sides of the contact edge, then wipe it with rubbing alcohol. MakRead more

    You have a RAM problem…that’s all you need to be concerned about.

    Unplug the power cord, lay the tower on it’s side (I assume you have a tower?) & take out ALL the RAM. Take the original stick & run a pencil eraser along both sides of the contact edge, then wipe it with rubbing alcohol. Make sure it’s 100% dry before reinstalling it. Take a good close look at the memory slot & at the contact edge of the RAM…notice the 2 notches? Make sure they line up when you insert the RAM in the slot. Push down firmly until you hear it click in place & double check that the locking tabs on each end of the memory slot are fully locked in place. Plug in the power & try booting up.

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  9. For whatever reason, many LINUX distros have problems detecting wifi adapters, especially Broadcom devices. You can either install the drivers manually, or switch adapters, or switch distros.This guide is to an older version of Zorin, but the procedure should be the same. Scroll down to the troublesRead more

    For whatever reason, many LINUX distros have problems detecting wifi adapters, especially Broadcom devices. You can either install the drivers manually, or switch adapters, or switch distros.

    This guide is to an older version of Zorin, but the procedure should be the same. Scroll down to the troubleshooting section: https://linuxflips.com/guide-to-ins…

    I like Zorin but have had better luck with Mint. I prefer the Xfce edition.
    https://www.linuxmint.com/download.php

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