Articles in Category: Windows
Can I make a desktop icon for a web page shortcut?
Adding shortcuts to your desktop for programs, documents or even specific web pages is very easy.
Why does my computer go nuts sometimes?
If you have speech recognition always enabled it can cause your computer to “go nuts” because of the different sounds it interprets as actual words.
Can I delete lsass.exe? svchost.exe?
Lsass.exe and svchost.exe are required system files for Windows. If you delete them without care, your system may become unbootable.
What are "LSASS", "LSASS.EXE" and "Sasser" and how do I know if I'm infected? What do I do if I am?
LSASS is a Windows component shown in error messages, often due to a virus infection such as Sasser. Learn about LSASS, LSASS.EXE and how to stay safe.
Svchost and Svchost.exe – Crashs, CPU maximization, viruses, exploits and more.
Svchost (and Svchost.exe) is a required Windows component that often shows up in errors caused by viruses. Review Svchost, Svchost.exe, and how to stay safe.
Can the Same File Have Two Different Names?
It’s possible to have two different names for the exact same file on disk. The tools, like the concept, are a little obscure but can be very useful.
How can I disable my “Windows” key? Or for that matter, remap my entire keyboard?
Outside of a few standard layouts, truly customizing the layout of your keyboard is typically harder than you might expect.
What’s this Program Running on My Machine?
There may be many programs running on your machine. It’s not always obvious exactly what they are or why they’re running. We’ll look for some clues.
Can I adjust some master NTFS table size to handle large number of files better?
The Master File Table is used by the NTFS file system to track how files are laid out on disk. The layout of the MFT itself can impact performance.
