Hidden...Share your secrets

Use Automatic Completion of Directory or Path for Command Prompt in Windows Vista
An old registry tip from Microsoft Technet articles that is very useful in everyday Geek computing.

If you open CMD and go to a directory, e.g. cd\windows, instead of typing the complete word "windows" type "win" + TAB. It will automatically search for the word and display the first value.

Registry Settings

So, Which is being followed by the current Logon User? CompletionChar = 9 by HKEY_CURRENT_USER


Scanning the Integrity of All Protected System Files

Windows Vista is still accessible but some programs are not working properly, very slow, it stops responding and sometimes hangs. Maybe some System files has been modified.

Run the following commands:

sfc /verifyonly - Scans integrity of all protected system files. No repair operation is performed.

If there is an error message occurs, repair all the affected system files by running

sfc /scannow - Scans integrity of all protected system files and repairs files with problems when possible.

Read the complete article about SFC:

System File Checker Tool: Scans, Checks and Restore Corruptions in Windows System Files

If the problem cannot be solved by repairing the Windows System files, Using Windows System Restore is recomended:

How to Fix, Repair and Restore (Recover) Windows Vista Easily

I hope this helps...Enjoy!

How to Open Network Connections Window easily

Despite Microsoft is making networking much easier in Windows Vista, they made it very difficult to open your network connections list or Window. Here's a quick solution:

type ncpa.cpl and press enter. That's it!!!

*I have another. To put a shortcut of Network Connection window on desktop,
Create a folder called

Network Connections.{7007ACC7-3202-11D1-AAD2-00805FC1270E}

Simple isn't it?

Kill 'Em All
Metallica? Nope...
Got tired of closing all applications one by one. Especially those unstable ones! Here's a Tip to Kill 'Em All at the same time. e.g. Internet Explorer, Firefox, Windows Media Player...

Method 1
This is the easiest method but it's limited: PressCTRL >Click the Programs in the Taskbar >Right-Click >Close Group. That's it!

Method 2

1. Open the Notepad and Task Manager (Ctrl-Shift-Esc)

It's too long! Read here

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Adding Entries to Computer, Internet Explorer, Network and Start button Context Menu (Right-Click Menu)

How? Just Open WinBubble > Miscellaneous Tab > Choose and click which button you'll use > Type the name of the application and locate the program by clicking the Browse button. That's it!

Note: In Internet Explorer, Permission must be set first and the added Entries will become the default application that will open instead of IE.

Manually Adding the Entries (Windows Vista and XP):

1. Open the Regedit.exe and expand the HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT

2. These are the location of Context Menu Customization settings:

Computer: CLSID\{20D04FE0-3AEA-1069-A2D8-08002B30309D}\shell
Internet Explorer: CLSID\{871C5380-42A0-1069-A2EA-08002B30309D}\shell
Network: CLSID\{F02C1A0D-BE21-4350-88B0-7367FC96EF3C}\shell
Start Menu: Directory\Shell

3. Create a folder inside the path above. The folder name is the one that will be seen in the context menu.

HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{20D04FE0-3AEA-1069-A2D8-08002B30309D}\shell\Open WinBubble

4. Add another folder named "command", double click "(Default)" and enter the location of the file. You can use a command-line parameter or switch in executing the application.

HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{20D04FE0-3AEA-1069-A2D8-08002B30309D}\shell\Open WinBubble\command

Enjoy!

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Simple Ways to Tweak your Network and Internet Connections

"WinBubble will start the idea of simplicity combined with knowledge. Everyday, WinBubble features will be explained and dig"

There are many ways to enhance and speed up your Internet Connections: upgrade your Internet access service to a much bigger bandwidth or find another provider which speeds up everything, find the nearest node (for DSL lines), upgrade your networking equipment, and by performing some tweaks that offer ways to potentially enhance your network connections in Windows Vista.

DNS Tweaks:
Simple Ways to Tweak your Network and Internet Connections - Part 1

According to Microsoft, "WinInet limits the number of simultaneous connections that it makes to a single HTTP server. If you exceed this limit, the requests block until one of the current connections has completed. This is by design and is in agreement with the HTTP specification and industry standards."

Speed me up! I don't want to follow that agreement

Simple Ways to Tweak your Network and Internet Connections - Part 2

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WinFlog

Turns-OFF your monitor instantly by Adding "Monitor OFF" in the Computer Icon and Desktop Context Menu (Right-Click Menu).



DOWNLOAD

Turning Off the Monitor when not in use saves electricity and prolong your laptop battery which is not the same as setting a Blank Screensaver.

Tips and Tricks: Creating an Icon in the Quick Launch Toolbar and Desktop or a shortcut Key is very easy. Just create a shortcut of the file "WinFlogTurnOff.exe" and drag it onto the Quick Launch Toolbar.

Features:

- Adds "Monitor OFF" and "Turn Off Monitor" in the Computer Icon and Desktop Context Menu (Right-Click Menu) respectively.

- Adds "Turn OFF Aero" and "Turn On Aero" in the Computer Icon Context Menu (Right-Click Menu).
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Is this useless? At first it is...but when I noticed that my laptop monitor has no way to turn off manually.
I decided to released the program...Anyway, This is just a start...WINFLOG will Control MORE HARDWARE.
So that, Everyone will feel that They are in-control with their computers...SOON.

The next version of WinBubbles support all the features by WinGuggle and WinFlog. If you downloaded this apps, That's great because it is needed by WinBubble 1.6, Please Stay tuned for the release...

Thanks guys! All of you inspired me to code more.
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Hello Guys!

Today, I have released a small utility called WinGuggle. Here's the complete information and
it's download link is included. HERE

If you've lost your product key, this can very difficult to recover if you will just look for it at your registry.

WinGuggle is a small application that can get your Windows Vista Product Key easily. No Installation is needed, Just unzip the archive and launch the application.

Features:

*Get Windows Vista Product Key (CD Key)
*Change OEM Logo and Information
*Change Performance Information and Tools OEM Logo

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Thank you NotebookReview Community who supported me in the beginning. By giving an opportunity to connect to other user's comments and demands. and allowing me to post my ideas.

Download Winbubble



WinBubble Documentation:

Unlocking WinBubble Part 1 *Tips and Tweaks

Unlocking WinBubble Part 2 *Icon Customizations

Unlocking WinBubble Part 3 *Securing your desktop

Unlocking WinBubble Part 4 *Screensaver Customizations

Unlocking WinBubble Part 5 *Optimize your Windows Vista Experience

Unlocking WinBubble Part 6 *More Security options

Unlocking WinBubble Part 7 *Miscellaneous Tweaks

Unlocking WinBubble Part 8 *Customizing Windows Vista Icons easily

Awards and Recognitions:

*Freewarefiles.com Editor's Pick
*Softpedia 100% Clean Award
*MajorGeeks.com Editor's Pick
*Featured at Snapfiles.com
*BetaNews.com
*Proudly Listed at PCWorld.com
*Download.hr 5-Stars award and 100% Clean Award
*The Best FREE TweakUI Replacement - Woody Leonhard, WindowsSecrets.com
*Uptodown.com TESTED and AWARDED
*Soft82 5 stars Award and 100% Clean Certification
*CFS 5 Doves Award

"it's hard to find something that this remarkable tweaking program can't do. Whether you're a dedicated Vista tweaker, or just getting started, there's something here for you."

“My favorite Vista tweaker is a very unassuming, free little program from Lawrence Albert called WinBubble… it sure beats the daylights out of editing the Registry by hand. And the results will perk up your day. Guaranteed.” - Woody Leonhard, Windows Secrets
Enjoy!

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It's been a long time guys! Sorry I'm busy developing and planning the Tweaks and Customization Software, "The Development of WINBUBBLES", Somebody, ask me if I will release it for free. I love to share, and I think Everybody should have this for free... Even If I put my strength and time on it. That's fine for me...

I will release the beta version this coming days.

Stay tuned!
No more Secrets!
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Hello! This week I'll digg more about WINSAT:
1. To view the Performance ratings or WEI subscores of Windows Vista computers inside the network:
Create a simple Vb****** program
Sorry, I have some difficulty in creating a guidelines here so,
just open the link for the complete guide.

2. Hack your WEI scores!

WinSAT saves the scores in a XML file located in the Windows\Performance\WinSAT\DataStore folder. Each time you perform benchmarking using WinSAT, it creates a new XML file and stores it in this folder. All you have to do is to open the latest XML file and edit it using WORDPAD.

Fun stuff: Modify your WEI score and show it to your friends just for fun.

CONS: Computer stores may trick their customers by editing the WEI scores. So, be careful! Always, check them by Re-running WinSAT.
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NEW
here: YouTube Hack!
Get the Youtube direct download link without using any website or windows application.

1. Go to the Youtube video that you want to download. and Right Click to the vacant space->View source

2. Press CTRL+F, and type "watch_fullscreen?"

3. Copy the next String starting from "Video_id=...." up to "title" only, no more "=" character at the end.

4. Direct Download link:

http://www.youtube.com/get_video? + COPIED string
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8. Windows Vista Benchmarking tool
WINSAT evaluates various features and capabilities of a computer running Windows Vista
8.1 3D benchmarks (WOW...)
a. In the command prompt(RUN as administrator), type " winsat aurora"
To see the images, here:
b. Winsat D3D, evaluates a computer system ability to run D3D based applications such as games.
Note: Run the command prompt as administrator and type the following
Example: winsat d3d -alushader -texshader -totalobj 12

8.2 Aero benchmarks:
Winsat DWM, evaluates computer system ability to display the Aero desktop effects.
Note: Run the command prompt as administrator and type the following
Example: winsat dwm -normalw 8 -glassw 3 -time 6 -fullscreen

8.3 Hardisk Benchmarks
WINSAT DISK - evaluates the performance of a storage device
Note: Run the command prompt as administrator
a. Sequential I/O read performance of drive C:
winsat disk -seq -read -drive c

b. Random I/O write performance of drive number
winsat disk -ran -write -drive c

c. flush performance of drive C:
winsat disk -flush -drive c

8.4 CPU Benchmarks
Winsat CPU - evaluates the performance of the processors using encryption and decryption or compression and decompression

Examples

a. Run the encryption and decryption sub-assessment computing a SHA1 hash

winsat cpu -encryption2

b. CPU performance using the same compression algorithms that Windows Vista uses internally, same algorithm used to compress the hibernation file and with ReadyBoost and ReadyDrive technologies

winsat cpu -compression2
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1. Hidden Windows XP Serial Key
I just want to share it to all of you guyz. If you have some please share it also.
I just found a file in windows installer that automatically input the serial during windows installation. the 'winnt.sif' that is located on i386 folder. here's the complete details.
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2. I noticed that when you buy a new laptop, some of them, the desktop icons are too large and not proportional to its taskbar and startmenu. To change, press CTRL key and scroll your mouse down and up. Choose the size that is proportional and comfortable with you.
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3. disable writing in usb drives works in Windows Vista and XP

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\StorageDevicePolicies
WriteProtect=dword:00000001

for complete guide (Two topics)
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4. Automatic Running as "Administrator":
In the search box type "cmd",PRESS CTRL+SHIFT+ENTER.Now you can use the command shell as ADministrator.
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5. Hiding your computer in the network
open the command prompt as administrator, Please see the tip above. In command prompt "Net config server /hidden:yes", hides your computer in the network.
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6. NETPLWIZ

Login Automatically in Windows Vista, click here for complete step by step guide

Secure Logon is a common feature of office computers on a domain network which guarantees an authentic login prompt, protecting the system from programs that mimic a logon to retrieve password information. here's the link.

Enable Secure Logon in Windows Vista

Type netplwiz in the Run window (Windows+R) or Start Menu’s Search box.
Click "Continue" button if UAC is turn on. In the Advanced User Account window, click the Advanced tab.
Select the Require users to press Ctrl+Alt+Delete check box.

Enable Secure Logon in Windows XP

Go to Start menu-> Control Panel (Classic View) -> User Accounts
In the Advanced User account window, click the Advanced tab.
Select the Require users to press Ctrl+Alt+Delete check box.

Add/Edit Network Passwords: Advanced tab->Manage Passwords
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7. F11 - Put explorer into Fullscreen mode, this works also in internet explorer...
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9. Microsoft Desktop Window Manager is responsible for the Aero effects in our Windows Vista machine.

Recently, I read a Windows Vista Tip on how to create a Flip 3D shortcut, maybe almost all of the Vista forums, Windows Vista Tweaking guides and Windows Vista Tips and tricks websites has this tip. I was amazed about the tip...because you can create an application that if you click the middle part of your mouse (scroll wheel button), Flip3D will execute. WOW!

One question pops-up in my head, how about the other commands? After experimenting with it, I found 3 functioning parameters.

Activate Flip3D: Rundll32 dwmApi #105

Turn off the Glass style effect: Rundll32 dwmApi #104

Turn on the Glass style effect: Rundll32 dwmApi #102

Note: Run the command prompt as Administrator

I search for a Vista Tip/Blogs/Articles like this (Aero Off and On) but I didn't found any, maybe this is the FIRST. I hope so. hehehe...here's a guide on how to create a shorcut using these commands.

My Guides:
Windows Vista Tips & Tricks
Windows XP Tips & Tricks
Windows Tutorials
Your WinBubble Creator from the Beginning, Windows Vista/XP Tips, Unlocks, Tricks and Tweaks Guide - Lawrence Albert
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Is there a program for editing ISO images. ADD/ERASE file inside the ISO file for free? thanks!

 

PowerISO will allow you to edit ISOs. It's not totally free, but it has a shareware trial period.

 

it seems that there is no free software available...anyway thanks!

 

Dude please don't triple post. =\ You may want to check out this thread, i'm sure they have the program your looking for.

 

Vista tips and tricks...
To show 'Open command prompt here'
Press the Shift+Right-Click on the file

Do you have one? Share it!

here's another tip I want to share to all!

disable writing in usb drives works in Windows Vista and XP

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\StorageDevicePolicies
WriteProtect=dword:00000001

another: if you want to concentrate the resources of one cpu (for multiple cpu like core2duo,coreduo,quadcore,etc) into 1 application. very useful especially for anti-virus programs which contains more resources.
taskmanager->"your apps"->RIGHT CLICK->set affinity->choose 1 cpu.

From Ninjanoodles:
Most people probably know this one, but to access the Task Manager without going through the new Ctrl+Alt+Del screen, press Ctrl+Shift+Esc

everyweek i'll post...If you have some secrets that you can share. Please share with us!

 

Um, that doesn't concentrate resources. Quite the contrary, it prevents the process from using more than one core.

for best performance, you should not set affinity. You should only use it for compatibility reasons (because some games can't handle if they're not run consistently on the same core all the time)

 

Ok...That's true in some programs(I agree)...but some programs needed this tweak to improve performance...I will try to post list of programs that has a good performance if this tweak is used...Please wait...SORRY i'm doing something with my work...i'll try to finish this as soon as possible. But if you have some time. PLEASE help me put some examples of apps that has a better performance if this tweak is used. better performance only...thank you...
for the mean time recently, i found a website that used this tweak.luckily, i found it. http://www.itwire.com/content/view/14572/1127/

I agree...That's true in some programs...ok i will post later for applications.Sorry im busy with my work.for the meantime,I'll will refer you to this website,luckily i found it quickly. http://www.itwire.com/content/view/14572/1127/. Maybe if you have time,please help me put a list of apps...Thanks! or anybody please help...

Here's another...from a famous computer website. http://www.tomshardware.com/2004/05/28/getting_more_bang_out_of_your_dual_processing_buck/index.html
I hope this helps...sorry i'm running out of time with my work.

 

No, some programs needed it to run correctly. Not for performance.

The guy doesn't know what he's talking about, simple as that.

And he's saying the exact opposite of you, that it *limits* the amount of resources a program uses. If you set thread affinity on it, it uses only that core, which obviously means that it can't use all your system's resources. Whereas if you don't set affinity, it'll use as much CPU time on as many cores as it's capable of.

However, if you're worried about your system being responsive (which is what he's after), you should lower priority instead of setting affinity.

So for performance, never set thread affinity.
For overall responsiveness (conserving resources so they're available for other apps) lower priority
Only ever set affinity for compatibility problems, programs that don't run properly on multicore systems otherwise.

And yeah, I've read the tomshardware article before too. But it focuses on hyperthreading, and it is only meant to overcome the performance problems that HT causes in some applications. if you check their benchmarks, it doesn't actually improve performance, it just lets them selective "disable" (or avoid using, anyway) hyperthreading specifically in the applications that don't handle it well.

 

That's Correct also, some of the programs do not support dual core systems.
BUT...
How about Tom's Hardware? It is a famous website with complete Benchmarks etc...please see this http://www.tomshardware.com/2004/05/28/getting_more_bang_out_of_your_dual_processing_buck/index.html

Thanks!

Here's an info from Toms Hardware. "boosts performance for some applications. While the benchmarks may have recorded a few seconds of time saved, that could translate into two-and-a-half hours over the course of a particular day.

Some applications, however, may run more slowly. You have to find out for yourself if our utility will help you in your own situation - the only way to find the right settings is by trial and error."

Anyway, SOME programs only... i'm sorry next post i will make a details...anyway thanks.

 

here's another info from wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Processor_affinity

I hope you get what I am trying to explain...By carefully managing your resources...Thanks!

in SOME applications...NOT all...

 

Ciprah_kapa

Please use the EDIT button on the bottom right corner of the post if you want to add some more information. Do not make new posts just to add a couple of lines...this is not an instant messaging system.

 

I already commented on that. It shows exactly what they say in the article (although they could have described it a lot better), that because some applications don't handle hyperthreading well, and lose performance when it's enabled, their application allows them to selectively disable hyperthreading for these applications. It doesn't *improve* performance, ever. And it doesn't apply to true multicore processors. It is specific to hyperthreading.

Unless you're running a P4 with Hyperthreading, you don't need to worry about that.

I get it. The problem is that it's still not true.
The best way to manage your resources is to allow processes to use *any* available CPU, instead of artificially limiting them to only one core.

 

Anyway, This is a good topic to be discussed more further...If I have a time, I will prepare some examples(data with benchmarks) to support. Sorry for that multiple reply,i'm a newbie in notebookreview forums.
Please more reply here...This thread is only for windows hidden secrets/tips and tricks.
if you have some...please share.

 

Most people probably know this one, but to access the Task Manager without going through the new Ctrl+Alt+Del screen, press Ctrl+Shift+Esc.

 

Thank you, you just saved me about 10 seconds a day.

 

ya me too...but what I do that might even be quicker is to right click on the task bar and task manager shows up! look ma...one hand..lol

 

I noticed that when you buy a new laptop, some of them, the desktop icons are too large and not proportional to its taskbar and startmenu. To change, press CTRL +shift key and scroll your mouse down and up. Choose the size that is proportional and comfortable with you.

 

that trick is awesome!!!!! thanks

 

lets keep this thread going!

 

Is this for Vista only? What's the equivalent in XP?

 

Sorry, this is for windows vista only...I have another tips to share.
Click your startmenu.

Automatic Running as "Administrator":
In the search box type "cmd",PRESS CTRL+SHIFT+ENTER.Now you can use the command shell as ADministrator.

Hiding your computer in the network
open the command prompt as administrator, Please see the tip above. In command prompt "Net config server /hidden:yes", hides your computer in the network.

 

You really don't need to yell "REP ME REP ME" in every one of your posts. If you want to share Vista tips, then fine, do that. But people will rep you up if they think you deserve it, regardless of how much you want it. Personally I'm more inclined towards repping people who are helpful *without* doing it just to get rep.

 

who really cares about repping..it's not like it's going to help you graduate any quicker or earn a bonus at work or get extra points with the wife....but thanks for the help...

forget the repping..people tend to rememeber user names and next time you have a question...people remember and answer back to the best of their ability...I think that's the real positive of these boards

 

Ok guys sorry for that, I'm NEW here(notebook review)...I though giving a Rep is important...Anyway, for others please share your IDEAS/SECRETS...
Let us keep the thread helpful to others.

 

Linking completely irrelevant terms to your site to increase your Google standings is also a no-no.

 

what does that mean? i have no clue whats going on

 

I have a guide to share... Partitioning your hardisk without destroying your files. here's the link.

F11 - Put explorer into Fullscreen mode, this works also in internet explorer...

 

NETPLWIZ

Login Automatically in Windows Vista, click here for complete step by step guide

Secure Logon is a common feature of office computers on a domain network which guarantees an authentic login prompt, protecting the system from programs that mimic a logon to retrieve password information. here's the link

Enable Secure Logon in Windows Vista

Type netplwiz in the Run window (Windows+R) or Start Menu’s Search box.
Click "Continue" button if UAC is turn on. In the Advanced User Account window, click the Advanced tab.
Select the Require users to press Ctrl+Alt+Delete check box.

Enable Secure Logon in Windows XP

Go to Start menu-> Control Panel (Classic View) -> User Accounts
In the Advanced User account window, click the Advanced tab.
Select the Require users to press Ctrl+Alt+Delete check box.

Add/Edit Network Passwords: Advanced tab->Manage Passwords

 

the aurora effects and d3d are WOW...

Windows Vista Benchmarking tool
WINSAT evaluates various features and capabilities of a computer running Windows Vista
1. 3D benchmarks
a. In the command prompt(RUN as administrator), type "winsat aurora"
b. Winsat D3D, evaluates a computer system ability to run D3D based applications such as games.
Note: Run the command prompt as administrator and type the following
Example: winsat d3d -alushader -texshader -totalobj 12

2. Aero benchmarks:
Winsat DWM, evaluates computer system ability to display the Aero desktop effects.
Note: Run the command prompt as administrator and type the following
Example: winsat dwm -normalw 8 -glassw 3 -time 6 -fullscreen

3. Hardisk Benchmarks
WINSAT DISK - evaluates the performance of a storage device
Note: Run the command prompt as administrator
a. Sequential I/O read performance of drive C:
winsat disk -seq -read -drive c

b. Random I/O write performance of drive number
winsat disk -ran -write -drive c

c. flush performance of drive C:
winsat disk -flush -drive c

4. CPU Benchmarks
Winsat CPU - evaluates the performance of the processors using encryption and decryption or compression and decompression

Examples

a. Run the encryption and decryption sub-assessment computing a SHA1 hash

winsat cpu -encryption2

b. CPU performance using the same compression algorithms that Windows Vista uses internally, same algorithm used to compress the hibernation file and with ReadyBoost and ReadyDrive technologies

winsat cpu -compression2

 

thanks for the constant updates ciprah kapa..added a rep

 

your welcome! Thanks for the rep...

Last week, I created a DVD movie (family videos) with Windows Vista DVD maker. When I tested it, the video looks blur. I thought there's something wrong with the DVD region, but the solution is so simple that I didn't noticed it...so I want to share it, maybe so simple but It took 5 DVDs for me to burn the correct settings. hahaha! (i am so dumb during that day). here's the complete guide.

Important settings that you must check before creating a Dvd movie:

1. Hardisk space, you must have a free space for temporary files that are created when making a DVD. (At least 5gb)

2. Video format: NTSC or PAL, check this options after adding the files into the Windows DVD Maker.

3. DVD aspect ratio: 4:3 (standard) or 16:9 (widescreen), if you did not set this option, video files in a widescreen format will be stretch if the standard setting is used (4:3) and vice-versa.

 

Microsoft Desktop Window Manager is responsible for the Aero effects in our Windows Vista machine.

Recently, I read a Windows Vista Tip on how to create a Flip 3D shortcut, maybe almost all of the Vista forums, Windows Vista Tweaking guides and Windows Vista Tips and tricks websites has this tip. I was amazed about the tip...because you can create an application that if you click the middle part of your mouse (scroll wheel button), Flip3D will execute. WOW!

One question pops-up in my head, how about the other commands? After experimenting with it, I found 3 functioning parameters. here's a complete guide on creating a shortcut using these commands.

Activate Flip3D: Rundll32 dwmApi #105

Turn off the Glass style effect: Rundll32 dwmApi #104

Turn on the Glass style effect: Rundll32 dwmApi #102

Note: Run the command prompt as Administrator

I search for a Vista Tip/Blogs/Articles like this (Aero Off and On) but I didn't found any, maybe this is the FIRST.
I hope so. hehehe...

 

here: YouTube Hack!
Get the Youtube direct download link without using any website or windows application.

1. Go to the Youtube video that you want to download. and Right Click to the vacant space->View source

2. Press CTRL+F, and type "watch_fullscreen?"

3. Copy the next String starting from "Video_id=...." up to "title" only, no more "=" character at the end.

4. Direct Download link:

http://www.youtube.com/get_video? + COPIED string

 

you can create a software for this method...A Vb.Net/C#.Net is the easiest way to do this (for me)...or even Vb6.0...

 

Ping pong! Please have some comments about the Articles...If you have something to share...Please share with us! Thanks!

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LawrenceAlbert

 

Anybody get this to work or not??? Either I am too dumb or it's too late!!

 

it is still working...If you have some trouble in doing it.
Please see the step by step guide, here

Or if you want a windows application, I created an application in Vb.Net, to get the youtube link using these steps.
here's the Blog Link.

 

hello! here's a complete list of windows vista unlocks, news, tips and tweaks...
I'll update my posting nextweek(NEW secrets haha!)...Sorry I'm too busy this weekend...

complete list of Windows XP, Web, Software Reviews and Hacks...

Watch out for a new Hidden...Secrets! nextweek, here at NotebookReview.com

If you have something to share, please share it with us!

Enjoy!

 

After I give my email address, I was flooded with queations and suggestions. Anyway, I try to answer all of your questions and post them later here at notebook review. Thanks guys!

 

No it's not late. He just keeps posting it WRONG!!!

I'm sure the problem is that you are doing a cut and paste for the "Direct Download Link".

It's even wrong in the guide that he link to.

cipr_kapa has the error of "ht pp://" when it should be "ht tp://"

Try that and it will work.

rep me everyone... rep me:laugh:

 

thanks for the comment...I didn't notice that.

Anyway it is just "http"

The HACK still WORKS...
That's important.

If you have something to share Please share it to us...
For other's also...Again Thanks

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LawrenceAlbert

 

Hello! This week I'll digg more about WINSAT:
1. To view the Performance ratings or WEI subscores of Windows Vista computers inside the network:

create a simple VbScript program
Sorry, I have some difficulty in creating a guidelines here so,
just open the link for the complete guide.

2. Hack your WEI scores!

WinSAT saves the scores in a XML file located in the Windows\Performance\WinSAT\DataStore folder. Each time you perform benchmarking using WinSAT, it creates a new XML file and stores it in this folder. All you have to do is to open the latest XML file and edit it using WORDPAD.

Fun stuff: Modify your WEI score and show it to your friends just for fun.

CONS: Computer stores may trick their customers by editing the WEI scores. So, be careful! Always, check them by Re-running WinSAT.
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LawrenceAlbert

 

ping! If you have some comments...and suggestions please share it with us! thanks. This message will be deleted.

 

Is it REALLY necessary for you to keep bumping this thread? If folks wish to make comments they will. It seems like you are just doing this to force the thread back to the first page even though there is nothing new in the thread.

Gary

 

It's been a long time guys! Sorry I'm busy developing and planning the Tweaks and Customization Software WINBUBBLES, Somebody, ask me if I will release it for free. I love to share, and I think Everybody should have this for free... Even If I put my strength and time on it. That's fine for me...

I will release the beta version this coming days.

Stay tuned!
No more secrets!

 

Looks like an interesting utility. Good job. I wouldn't know how to create a utility like that. However, I have one bit of constructive criticism especially if you are planning to make a little money from website hits and advertisements. It seems like you have some talent in software development, but an English major you are not. Your grammar on your website could use some major "tweaking". Some people would read the website and wonder, "should I waste my time on this utility when the author doesn't even speak proper English".

This is not intended to be an insult. I know that you don't have to speak English to develop software, but the general population probably doesn't understand that. Just some constructive criticism. You might want to find someone to edit your website.

 

Interestingly enough, some of the brightest minds I know when it comes to computer science can hardly speak verbally to someone else; however, the general public doesn't understand that. Stallen may be right when it comes to having a buddy check your grammar when hosting a website.

In the world today, like it or not, your first appearance counts...and now-a-days, first appearance includes the internet too.

 

Yeah... I have the same perspective as you eyecon. I was just playing devil's advocate for the general, stereotypical public's perspective. I could be off but...

 

Nice website. Bookmarked it.

 

Thanks for the Good Comments guys, I'm going to FIX my mistake in grammar...

Anyway, the Software is FREE...

The truth is...I am working in a big company NOT related to IT. But since high school and College, computers and electronics is my passion...

Please DON'T have high expectation about the software. I only wrote the code for a week, after work... But I hope It will help many people who love to tweak their computers...