Check my new site – www.ietips.net

I’ve launched a new website on Internet Explorer. You will find lots of articles, tips, tricks, tweaks, easy to use utilities, tutorials, and updates on the latest version of IE. Even though my intention is to provide the latest information on IE8, I will be adding up information related to the previous versions also.

Visit the website, and leave your valuable feedback.

Unable to change IE8 Homepage

I’ve updated my IE version recently to 8 and find a couple of issues. The first thing, I’ve done is updating the home page. IE 8 has inherited the home page settings from the previous version and haven’t allowed me to change it to any other after the upgade. I was able to change the same by updating the registry keys.

If you also experience the same problem, download the Registry fix that I’ve created. Ensure to take backup of the registry, and disable the AntiVirus software before executing this fix.

Also, close IE8 before you execute this fix.

Windows PowerShell 1.0 delivered with Vista updates

I was looking at the list of Windows updates that were downloading and find the Windows PowerShell as a part of the download.

As per MS, in their FAQs on PowerShell (http://www.microsoft.com/windowsserver2008/en/us/powershell-faq.aspx), I find some interesting facts:

Windows PowerShell is a new command line shell and task-based scripting technology that provides information technology (IT) administrators comprehensive control and automation of system administration tasks, increasing administrator productivity. Windows PowerShell includes numerous system administration utilities, consistent syntax and naming conventions, and improved navigation of common management data such as the registry, certificate store, or Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI). Windows PowerShell also includes an intuitive scripting language specifically designed for IT administration.

However, I  wonder why I need Powershell, if I am not a geek Anyways, if you wish to download it, you can also manually do it at :

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/results.aspx?pocId=&freetext=powershell&DisplayLang=en

Also, check the blogs at:

http://blogs.msdn.com/powershell/archive/2007/03/09/installing-powershell-on-vista-longhorn-server-faq.aspx

Google Chrome.. beginning of browser revolution

I’ve installed Google Chrome and was surprised to see the ease and the various features in it. Im sure that Google Chrome will be a big hit and gonna be on top of the other browsers.. the beginning of browser revolution ….

I like the “Incognito” feature which is indeed required to have a safe browsing. I was expecting these features with Internet Explorer 8.0, but unfortunately it created more mess in my lappy and had to go back to IE 7. Not sure, if MS has added these features in IE 8.0SP2.

Anyway.. I wish google to make the Chrome more user friendly, and secured than any other browser.

smart2go – Nokia Maps

Nokia announced smart2go mapping and navigation platform, available for free download, enabling millions of people to use the most comprehensive map coverage offered on a mobile device. At present, this feature is available only on selected models and will be available on all the future releases. Check and download it at:
http://europe.nokia.com/A4509271?cp=nokiamaps&cp=mapscountry&country=US

Windows XP Service Pack 3

on 21st March, Microsoft has released the white paper on the SP3, which may be the last Service Pack for Windows XP. The schedule release will be in the mid of Apr’08. Check and download the document that gives complete information on the SP3 from:

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=68c48dad-bc34-40be-8d85-6bb4f56f5110&displaylang=en

If you wish to download the RC2, you can try it @
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=114F3599-12AF-42B2-AAB1-B969A62C68A7&displaylang=en

Ultimate Passion..

For those who love Vista Ultimate.. here is a cool news.. www.ultimatepc.com is a website that gives you lots of stuff, such as Blueprints to map your Ultimate Home theatre, cool profiles, and a showcase of customized and selective brand hardware/software. A one stop site for the ultimate lovers. Isn’t it not? Check out the site now.. zzzzzzz.. keep on visiting it.. as it is still in beta

A suite of features..Aw2 explorer

An enriched Explorer, Download Manager, Website grabber, Firewall, TV Built-in, Key fob executer.. not many software.. a single software can do all these Yes.. the AW2 Explorer has all these features built-in. It has more options than your Windows, and IE explorer, 50 times faster download speed that IE, or Firefox and many more.. try it.. Its a free ware which can be downloaded from the following link:

http://www.windowsmarketplace.com/details.aspx?itemid=2830613

A perfect shield for your passwords

Did you know.. a root kit can be installed in your PC to steal any type of data, passwords, or even every key stroke. If you are a NETbian, it is recommended to have additional protection.

The Password Shield software is a nice application that protects your computer by detecting key loggers and blocks them. It installs a toolbar in Internet Explorer and a browser extension in Fire Fox. The toolbar and extension work with the Password Shield Service to block or allow modules from running in your web browser. You control which modules to allow or deny when the Password Shield screen prompt detects a module running in your browser.

Its free… To know more and download it, visit the following link:

http://www.windowsmarketplace.com/details.aspx?view=info&itemid=2944169

Me.dium For Internet Explorer

Have you tried Me.dium yet.. surprised? Its a new add-on for Internet Explorer 7. Me.dium is a social-browsing add-on that let’s you surf with your friends like never before. In the real world, doing things alone feels, well, lonely… Wanna try it.. Download and enjoy.. I’ve got it installed in my PC and its an great add-on.

http://www.windowsmarketplace.com/details.aspx?view=info&itemid=3427490