Computers & Programming Features
How To: Completely wipe a hard drive
Are you 100% sure that all of your data is gone? Use Darik's Boot and Nuke to completely wipe a hard disk of all data.
How To: Get mouse input from users for Java game development
Want to program your own Java games and applications but don't know beans about object-oriented programming? Never you fear. This free video tutorial from TheNewBoston will have you coding your own Java apps in no time flat. Specifically, this lesson discusses how to use accept mouse input from a user in a Java applet. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, watch this helpful programmer's guide.
How To: Use parent forms in Microsoft Visual Studio
When programming in Visual Studio, you may find yourself creating any number of all-but-identical windows. This can be tedious and time consuming. This tutorial discusses the deadly and dangerous task of using a form as a parent for the development of other forms in Visual Studio, using C# in this particular example. For more information on designating a form as a parent, take a look.
How To: Program full and while loops in Python
Bucky from The New Boston serves up this Python video tutorial on how to program full and while loops in Python. This is the program you use to write all of your Python code down. Learn how to use the for and while loop in Python programming!
How To: Increase computer speed using disk cleanup and defrag
The thenewboston shows you some short tips on how you can speed up your computer. He is using the Windows Vista Operating System for the demonstrating. He says he believes it should also work with Windows XP. The first thing that he says to do is go to your start panel and then go to "All Programs" then to "Accessories" then click on Disk Cleanup. After watching this video and performing the steps, your computer should run faster then what it is running at now.
How To: Build a custom time class for Java programming
Want to program your own Java games and applications but don't know beans about object-oriented programming? Never you fear. This free video tutorial from TheNewBostonian will have you coding your own Java apps in no time flat. Specifically, this lesson discusses how to build a custom time class in the Java programming language. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, watch this helpful programmer's guide.
How To: Recover a deleted file on a Microsoft Windows PC with Recuva
Accidentally delete a file on your Windows PC and want to get it back? With Recuva, it's easy (and, what's more, free!). This brief video tutorial from the folks at Butterscotch will teach you everything you need to know. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started using the new, restoring deleted files on your own Windows computer, take a look.
How To: Speed up the shut down time on Windows XP and Vista
Watch as iblogtutorials teaches you how to speed up your Windows XP and Vista shutdown times. To speed up your Windows shutdown time, do the following: Go to Start and select Run. Type in "regedit". Click the triangle next to "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE" and then click "SYSTEM" current control set. Click the Control folder. Wait to kill service timeout. Change the Value data to 0.2 seconds. Restart your computer and from now on your shutdown time will be much faster.
How To: Upgrade the memory of the ASUS Eee PC
In this wordless video, a pair of hands demonstrates how to replace the RAM of the Asus EEE Pc. WARNING! this probably violates the warranty.
How To: Boot Windows XP from a CD
The following are the steps to be followed to boot Windows XP from a CD: 1. The first thing to do is switch on your computer. Before your computer starts loading windows, you need to hit the F12 key.
How To: Share data between client JavaScript and server code
In this video tutorial, Chris Pels will show how to share data in between JavaScript and server-side code by using a hidden field in an ASP.NET page. Next, learn how to use the RegisterHiddenField method in server-side code to programmatically create a hidden field on the client. In addition, see how to programmatically create a HiddenField server control for sharing data on an ASP.NET page. Finally, use the RegisterArrayDeclaration method to create a container in server code for storing mult...
How To: Use the basics of the Mac OS X Finder
Check out this informative video tutorial from Apple on how to use the basics of the Mac OS X Finder. Learn about the Finder basics, the Sidebar, view buttons, and Quick Look. Mac OS X. It's what makes a Mac a Mac.
How To: Use button controls in Adobe Flash Builder 4
Learn how to work with the Adobe Flash Builder 4's numerous UI button controls with this video guide. Whether you're new to Adobe's popular Flash IDE (previously titled Adobe Flex Builder) or simply wish to become better acquainted with the program, you're sure to find benefit in this free video software tutorial. For more information, including specific, step-by-step instructions, take a look.
How To: Update and flash the motherboard BIOS on a Microsoft Windows PC
Looking for a quick guide on how to flash your PC's BIOS? It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this home-computing how-to can present a complete overview of the process in just over five minutes. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started using this trick yourself, watch this video guide.
How To: Use the start of authority tab in Microsoft Windows Server 2008 DNS
Get to know Microsoft Windows Server 2008 a little better by spending some quality time with this video. Learn about the start of authority tab in DNS, which includes a number of features, including serial numbers, time to live, responsible person, retry interval and others.
How To: Restore the Windows Mail application to a Windows 7 PC
Love Windows 7 but miss Windows Mail? Reinstall it. This clip will show you how it's done. It's simple! So simple, in fact, that this home-computing how-to can present a complete, step-by-step overview of the process in just under three minutes. For more information, including complete, step-by-step instructions, take a look.
How To: Use SmartConnect with the F5 BIG-IP Edge Client
Watch how the F5 Networks BIG-IP Edge Client solution gets you connected automatically when you boot/start up your computer along with seeing the browser based version of the F5 BIG-IP Edge Gateway. Whether you're new to F5 Networks' popular network appliance or are a seasoned network administrator just looking to better acquaint yourself with BIG-IP, you're sure to benefit from this free video software tutorial. For more information, including detailed instructions, take a look.
How To: Create your own animated emoticon for use with MSN
You will need Photoshop to be able to create this, but the version doesn't matter since this is quite a simple procedure. Create your own simple animated emoticons (like a flashing LOL sign) that you can then add to your MSN e-mail.
How To: Disable uac and dep on Windows Vista
This video contains instructions about how to disable or enable the user accounts on Windows Vista. It is very simple; just go to control panel -> user accounts and safety -> user accounts. You can click the check box on or off to disable or enable the user accounts. This can also be done by using command line. Open run and type the following command:
How To: Use the Quest Code Tester for Oracle
Spend an hour with Oracle PL/SQL expert Steven Feuerstein and explore the code-testing challenges facing PL/SQL developers. He will demonstrate how the new Quest Code Tester for Oracle dramatically simplifies testing because it:
How To: Replace the hard drive in a Apple MacBook
It's not as hard as you think to replace a hard drive in an Apple MacBook. This video shows you how.
How To: Run an Adobe Flex Project from Google Code
This simple Adobe Flex tutorial shows how to download source code from Google Code and get it running in Adobe Flex. If you are new to programming and building applications with Adobe Flex, this project is a great way to practice or get started learning about Adobe Flex.
How To: Install and use browser extensions in Safari 5.0.1
With version 5.0.1, Safari joins the ranks of web browsers that support user extensions. In this home-computing how-to, you'll learn how to install and make use of extensions in your own web browser. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started using browser extensions in Safari yourself, take a look.
How To: Clean up your Mac OS X icons with AppleScript and Automator
If you're tired of how cluttered your Mac OS X desktop looks, there's a pretty simple solution. You can clean up your desktop icons with AppleScript and Automator. For full instructions you can read the Lifehacker post and watch the video to make it happen on your own computer.
How To: Include a file or module with your Python program
Including a file (also called a module) is easier in Python than in some other common programming languages. This video shows you how you can take a small, basic file and then incorporate it into your Python based computer program.
How To: Make HTML elements accessible from server side code
In this video tutorial, Chris Pels will show how to make standard HTML elements in an .aspx page accessible from server side code so they can be used in page processing like a standard ASP.NET server control. First, see how the addition of a runat=”server” attribute to a standard HTML control like a div allows it to be referenced in server side code with full Intellisense. Next, see several examples of how you might manipulate HTML elements on a page with this technique. Lastly, see how this ...
How To: Apply thermal paste to bitcoin mining cards
Is the bitcoin gold rush on? Are you are trying to set up a bitcoin mining operation? You'll want to make sure to apply thermal paste to your cards so that they will cool better and last longer. If you are going to try bitcoin mining, you've got to do it right.
How To: Use the Apple MacBook Air
The MacBook Air is ultra-thin, ultra-portable, and ultra unlike anything else. But you don’t lose inches and pounds overnight. It’s the result of rethinking conventions, of multiple wireless innovations, and of breakthrough design. With MacBook Air, mobile computing suddenly has a new standard.
How To: Program a liquid layout for your website using CSS
A liquid layout will change size as the browser also changes size. It's a good layout to use if you're trying to design a website that can be read on many different size screens and browsers. Here's how you can implement a liquid layout in three minutes.
How To: Format a computer
In this series of computer hardware videos, our professional computer consultant and technology expert will demonstrate how to format a hard drive.
How To: Clean and remove dust from a laptop computer
Need some help figuring out how to clean a disgusting laptop? With a little bit of know-how and the right tools, it's easy. So easy, in fact, that this free video tutorial from CNET can present a complete overview of the process in just under three minutes. For detailed instructions, and to get started cleaning up your own laptop, watch this handy how-to.
How To: Use PHP array programming to make a user agent sniff script
OK, so visitors are coming to your website and they're even leaving comments! Now, with some simple PHP array programming you can find out what browser and OS they're using. This tutorial shows you how to create a simple and efficient user agent sniff script to get the information you want. Sniff, sniff. Is that Chrome running on OS X I smell?
How To: Set up a VPN connection successfully
VPN's are an invaluable set up for small business', and larger business', when it comes to keeping your information secure with remote employee's. This video details all of the info that you need to know about setting up and maintaining a great VPN!
How To: Log off other users from your computer
A few easy steps to log off other users from your computer.
How To: Freeze time in Flash CS3 with ActionScript
Using ActionScript, Paul Wyatt reveals how you can freeze movies without the need for extra frames. This is the perfect way to optimise banners, and much more!
How To: Fix a DVD or CD player showing an error 31, 32, or 19
This how-to video explains how to fix DVD/CD player related issues with error code 31,32 or 19 in the computer that is having either Windows Vista or Windows 7 as their operating system.
How To: View traffic reports on your PC desktop with Traffic Info for Windows Gadget
While you can always view traffic information by visiting Google Maps, wouldn't it be better to be able to see what the traffic is like in your area all the time, simply by glancing at your desktop?
How To: Dual boot Windows Mobile & Android
This will illustrate us how to dual boot Windows Mobile and Android. Here are the following steps:Step 1: First of all switch on your mobile and close all the running taskStep 2: Go on the start menu and press the center scroll key, the menu will open up.Step 3: Now go on setting and select itStep 4: various icons will appear, Now out of this choose the REboot function , the reboot will start.Strep 5 : enter reboot Windows And AndroidStep ^: after await of few minutes the reboot will be compl...
How To: Use the WPF form designer in Visual Studio 2008
Microsoft ASP.NET is a free technology that allows programmers to create dynamic web applications. ASP.NET can be used to create anything from small, personal websites through to large, enterprise-class web applications. All you need to get started with ASP.NET is the free .NET Framework and the free Visual Web Developer. In this video tutorial, you'll take a tour of the new features and changes to the IDE in Visual Studio 2008. See the updated web page editor, WPF form designer, CSS editor, ...
How To: Use the Filter Keys feature in Windows 7
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to use the Filter Key features on a Windows 7 computer. Begin by opening Control Panel and select Ease of Access. Under the Ease of Access Center, click on Change how your keyboard works and click on Set up Filter Keys, at the bottom of the window. Now check the box beside Turn on Filter Keys. Users are provided with several options for he Filter Keys such as: turn off the Filter key wen Shift is held or 8 seconds, display a warning message when turni...