Computers & Programming Features
How To: Make custom cursors on a Microsoft Windows PC
In this clip, you'll learn how to generate custom mouse cursors on a Microsoft Windows PC. For more information, including a complete demonstration, and detailed, step-by-step instructions, as well as to get started creating your own cursors, take a look.
How To: Group elements using CSS
Bucky from The New Boston serves up this CSS video tutorial on how to group elements using CSS web development. You can make stunning websites with CSS and XHTML.
How To: Replace the battery in a MacBook Air
Need a little help with your Mac? Has your battery been failing you again and again? Will it not hold a charge? Well, it might be time for you to replace the battery, no?
How To: Add animated transitions between states with Silverlight's AnimatedTransition
In this clip, you'll learn how to use the AnimatedTransition class to create transitions between visual states in your Silverlight apps. Whether you're new to Microsoft's popular web application framework or a seasoned web developer merely looking to improve your chops, you're sure to find benefit in this free MS Silverlight programming lesson. For more information, including a complete demonstration and detailed, step-by-step instructions, take a look.
How To: Customize the command prompt on a Microsoft Windows 7 PC
In this video tutorial, we learn how to customize the appearance of the default Microsoft Windows command prompt. For all of the details, including step-by-step instructions, and to get started customizing your own Windows command prompt, watch this home-computing how-to.
How To: Bind a collection of objects to a ListBox in Silverlight
In this clip, you'll learn how to use basic data binding and datatemplates in XAML. Whether you're new to Microsoft's popular web application framework or a seasoned web developer merely looking to improve your chops, you're sure to find benefit in this free MS Silverlight programming lesson. For more information, including a complete demonstration and detailed, step-by-step instructions, take a look.
How To: Get started with programming in Visual Basic
This beginner's guide is designed for people with little or no prior knowledge of computer languages, who want to learn to program by using the Visual Basic language. If you have some previous programming experience, maybe in another language or from a few years ago, then you may also find this guide useful. Whether or not you have programmed before, you should already be familiar with computers before reading this guide. It assumes that you can perform simple tasks like starting a program, a...
How To: Set system shortcuts in Max OS X to the hotkey of your preference
If you want to create a shortcut in Mac OS X, or if you want to change the default hotkey for a function on your Mac computer, check out this quick tip from Tekzilla. It will help you learn how to access the system preferences on your Mac and gain access to the full list of keyboard shortcuts, allowing you to remove, add, or change all the hotkeys on your Mac.
How To: Record audio with your computer
Looking for a primer on how to get started recording audio using your home computer (without shelling out the money for an expensive USB or FireWire interface)? This home-computing how-to from the folks at CNET TV is here to help. For specifics, and to get started recording audio using the built-in inputs on your own Windows PC or Mac, watch this free video guide.
How To: Download and install Python
Bucky from The New Boston serves up this Python video tutorial on how to download and install Python. This is the program you use to write all of your Python code down.
How To: Connect a Mac to an ethernet network
This video demonstrates how to connect a Mac to an ethernet network. From the people who brought you the Dummies instructional book series, brings you the same non-intimidating guides in video form. Watch this video tutorial to learn how to connect a Mac to an ethernet network, For Dummies.
How To: Perform a screenshot capture on a Mac computer
Is something interesting happening on your Mac computer that you need a picture of? This guide will walk you through the process of taking a picture or capture of your Mac screen and saving it as a screenshot. Remember that hotkey and it will help you out in the future!
How To: Use custom classes in Flash CS4 to reuse code
Custom classes are powerful tools in Flash CS4 that enable you to reuse sections of Actionscript 3 code more easily, greatly smoothing the software development process. This video will teach you how to create, integrate, and use custom classes in Flash CS4. Don't waste your coding time repeating yourself, watch this video.
How To: Update the firmware on your Intel SSD
In this how-to video, you'll learn how to update the firmware on your Intel SSD. It is really easy to do, so long as you follow the steps correctly. Just follow along with this video, and you'll have your firmware updated in no time!
How To: Use the Virus Effect Remover anti-virus application on a Windows PC
Looking for instructions on how to use Virus Effect Remover? It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this home-computing how-to from the folks at Britec can present a complete overview of the process in just over two minutes. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, take a look.
How To: Defragment the hard drive in Windows 7
De-fragmenting a hard drive improves the performance of a hard drive and it is recommended to de-fragment your hard drive from time to time as shown in this video. In Windows 7 you can use the Disk De-fragmentation tool. To do this go to the start menu and open the Control Panel. In the right column select the Performance Information and Tools. Now in that window in the left hand column select the Advanced tools option. In that new window scroll down to the Open Disk De-fragmenter link. Click...
How To: Install Windows 7 correctly
InfoWorld has some expert advice for the new Windows 7 operating system from Microsoft. Now that Microsoft has made the Windows 7 beta available for public download, many people are trying to figure out what's new and different. And many others not willing to risk their PCs by installing a beta OS are curious, too.
How To: Speed Up Windows 8 System by Disabling Startup Program
This video will show you how to Speed up Windows 8 System by Disabling Startup Program. This is mostly done by disabling few programs to launch at startup time. Be careful before disabling programs otherwise you may disable few important programs which will affect normal functioning of PC. Watch the video and follow all the steps.
How To: Create a Ruby on Rails blog in 99 seconds
It's one thing to write in a given blog and another to author a blog itself. This video demonstration will teach you how to create a bare-bones blogging application using Ruby on Rails and version 6 of the NetBeans IDE. This example highlights NetBean's Ruby support.
How To: Format your computer
Watch this video to learn how to format your computer properly. It's not as hard as you think. All you need is your startup CD. This video will work for Windows XP. Just follow the simple steps, and you'll be well on your well to a properly formatted computer that runs smoothly. For more videos on computers, search WonderHowTo for computers.
How To: Use the ALIAS command in MySQL as shortcuts in your programming
The greatest function of the ALIAS command is as a shortcut. Being able to use this properly will make your MySQL database much easier to use, more functional and streamline all your programming. This tutorial shows you everything you'll need to know about using ALIAS in your database programs.
How To: Change NVDA screen reader settings in MS Windows 7
Need help figuring out how to change NVDA screen reader settings in Microsoft Windows 7? It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this Microsoft accessibility guide can present a complete walkthrough of the process in just over a minute and a half. For details, as well as to get started tweaking NVDA settings yourself, watch this helpful how-to.
How To: Disable Aero in Windows 7
A video from HelpVids that shows how to disable Windows Aero visual style in Windows 7. Nero makes your windows look more beautiful by adding effects like transparency / translucency, live thumbnails, live icons etc. All these effects however use valuable system resources like memory (RAM) and processor time. This may lead to a noticeable decrease in performance in some PC configurations especially those in which the processor speed and the amount of RAM is low.
How To: Repair an Intel Mac Mini - Hard drive removal
PowerBook Medic is the ultimate resource for Mac computers and electronics repair. They have helpful tutorials on most Apple products including the MacBook, MacBook Pro, PowerBook, iBook, iPhone, iPod, and more, covering topics from disassemblies, to RAM upgrades, to replacement hard drives.
How To: Set up a network tarpit or teergrube
A network Tarpit, sometimes know by the German word Teergrube, is a service or set of hosts that deliberately try to slow malicious network connections down to a crawl. The idea is to put up unused hosts or services on the network that respond to an attacker, but do things to waste their time and greatly slow their scanning (or spreading in the case of Worms). To follow along with this video tutorial, you'll need a package called LaBrea by Tom Liston and an unused IP address to tarpit. Set up...
How To: Use direct and indirect selectors with CSS
Bucky from The New Boston serves up this CSS video tutorial on how to use direct and indirect selectors with CSS web development. You can make stunning websites with CSS and XHTML.
How To: Setup Firewall in Windows 7
Firewall is necessary to protect a computer network from hostile intrusions. You can easily setup your Firewall setting. This video helps you to do it.
How To: Create a New WordPress Blog in Mac OS X with MAMP, Part 0
“Zero-zero is a big score.” Ron Atkinson "Part 0? Are we in computer science class or what? We aren't talking about arrays here, are we?"
How To: Use disk utility to format Mac drives
Gary teaches us how to use disk utility to format Mac drives in this tutorial. First, go to your utility folder in your applications folder. Now, look for all the drives connected to your computer. A disk is a physical drive and the volume is a hard disk on your machine. You can partition this to two volumes by selecting the drive and clicking "erase". Now, select the latest version of the Mac format and then choose a name. Click erase, and now a new volume will be created on your computer. I...
How To: Use the MediaElement control in Microsoft Silverlight
In this clip, you'll learn how to use the MediaElement control to react to changes in media states when working in Silverlight. Whether you're new to Microsoft's popular web application framework or a seasoned web developer merely looking to improve your chops, you're sure to find benefit in this free MS Silverlight programming lesson. For more information, including a complete demonstration and detailed, step-by-step instructions, take a look.
How To: Find, download & install Firefox 3 extensions/add-ons
This video will show you exactly how to download and install Firefox extensions or add-ons. First open Firefox and click on tools, then add-ons. You can either search or browse for add-ons. After selecting an add-on that you would like to add, click the Restart Firefox button and it will be installed. Just watch the video for step-by-step instructions. Follow along it's easy. This tutorial uses AdBlock Plus as an example.
How To: Resize and alter your window on a Mac
The window on a Mac computer can be confusing if you are used to using a Windows computer. You will learn how to resize your window by clicking and dragging the lower right side corner. Clicking on the green button will not completely maximize the window it will only make it as wide and tall as you need so there are no scroll bars. You will learn many more basics on a standard window so that you can navigate like a pro.
How To: Decide between a CTR350 or Cradlepoint MBR1000 router
This video is to help people decide between the Cradlepoint CTR350 or the MBR1000 wireless broadband routers.
How To: Prepare for a clean isntallation of Windows XP
This video demonstrates how to reformat a hard drive and perform a clean installation of Windows XP operating system. The tutor first advises to make a back up of everything, including the drivers and my folders. He explains various methods by which one can take the backup of the data in a system. Now he shows how to format the C drive where you can now install Windows. He also shows software that is used to take the backup of important data before formatting. This video shows how to reformat...
How To: Program faster with some PHP speed tips
If you're looking to shave a few milliseconds off the Zend Engine's work load, check out this tutorial for some PHP programming speed tips. This efficency will pay off when you have tons of traffic to your site and save you valuable server resources.
How To: Utilize folder properties in Windows 7
Top-Windows-Tutorials is a great site dedicated to Windows tutorials for almost all things Windows. Whether you are a computer novice or an expert in Windows operating systems, you'll find useful information in these guides catering to your level of expertise. These user friendly and easy to follow free Windows tutorials will show you all that you can do with your Windows PC.
How To: Install computer memory in a desktop
This video demonstrates how to safely add RAM to a desktop without damaging any important components. To do this, just take out the side panel of your computer, take out the old memory, and insert the new memory.
How To: Dual Boot Windows 7 with the Developer Preview of Windows 8
The Windows 8 Developer Preview is now available. If you want to try out the beta version of Windows 8, but don't want to uninstall Windows 7, try running Windows 8 and Windows 7 at the same time on your computer with this Windows 8 dual boot guide.
How To: Work with MVC architecture when writing a Ruby on Rails application
In this clip, we learn how to work with MVC architecture when coding in Ruby on Rails. Whether you're entirely new to Ruby on Rails 3 or are a seasoned developer merely looking to brush up on a few of the basics, you're sure to find much to take away. For more information, take a look!
How To: Use Mac OS X shortcuts on a Microsoft Windows PC with maComfort
Wish there were a way to use Apple-style keyboard shortcuts on a Windows 7 PC? Well, there is! And this clip will show you how it's done. With maComfort, It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this handy home-computing how-to from the folks at Tekzilla can present a complete overview of the process in about two minutes' time. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, take a look.