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Windows 10 Version 1703: Turn off Ads in Explorer
It seems that Microsoft has begun to show ads not only on lock screen, start menu, share menu and taskbar. Ads may also be shown in Windows Explorer panes. Here's how to turn off such advertising in explorer.
Windows 10: Execute programs as System/TrustedInstaller
[German]In some cases it could be helpful to execute programs as System or Trusted Installer to avoid access denied conflicts. This blog post introduces two solutions for Windows 10.
Tip: Update for Sysinternals Suite: Sysmon, Autoruns etc.
[German]Microsoft has released updates for several tools within its Sysinternals suite. Tools like Sysmon, Autoruns, AccessChk, Process Monitor are coming with slight amendments.
Tip: Tools SetACL and Delproof2 now are free for commercial use
Developer Helge Klein recently announced, that his two Windows tools SetACL and Delproof2 are now free to use, both for individuals and corporations (for commercial use).
How to create a Windows 7 SP refresh media
Sometimes it's mandatory to re-install Windows 7 SP1 on a machine. The question is, who to proceed to setup an up to date system with minimum efforts. Microsoft has published an answer to that question.
Why ISL Online: Critical factors when choosing a remote desktop solution
[Sponsored Post]In the rapidly evolving IT world, choosing the right remote desktop software is critical for organizations that value security, ease of use and reliability. One provider of secure remote access that has been on the market since 2001 is ISL Online, which presents some considerations for choosing such software below. More ...
How to use an Android device as a light box for slides
Today a small how to for photographers and enthusiasts in need for a light box to view slides (transparencies) or old photo negatives. Semi professional photographers own a light box (or a light table) to view slides. But you can … Continue reading
Activate Build-in Administrator account in Windows – II
[German]In part 1 I've shown, how to activate the Windows build-in account "Administrator" using registry editor within Windows PE. In case that doesn't fit, you can also use the approach discussed below, to activate the administrator account and repair Windows.
Activate Build-in Administrator account in Windows – I
[German]The most stupid thing for a Windows user happens, if he blocked himself from accessing the administrative account. Then all administrative tasks are blocked. Instead of "reinstalling Windows", there are ways to activate the build-in account "Administrator" and repair the … Continue reading
Use the RGB to Hex color converter in Google Search
Sometimes it's necessary to convert hexadecimal into RGB color values. There are some tools for this. But with this tip, you can use a browser and Google search do do the conversion.
Windows 10: Open command prompt window as administrator
This blog post describes several ways how to open a command prompt windows as administrator (with administrator credentials). This has been asked many times in MS Answers forums.