Reg Files:Tweaks And Tips On Windows XP

1. DESC: Add Command Promt to the Right Click

What it will do:

When you Right-Click any folder - it will show the "Command Promt Here" option. So you can browse through that folder in Command Promt.

Steps:

Open Notepad

Copy and paste the code from the box into the notepad.

Code:

Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00

[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Directory\shell\Command Prompt Here]
@="Command &Prompt Here"

[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Directory\shell\Command Prompt Here\command]
@="cmd.exe /k cd %1 "

In Notepad, click File > Save As... >
Type these infos:

File name: Add Command Line to the Right Click.reg
Save as type: All Files

Now, choose your desired folder to save the file in.
Double click the reg file to run.


2. DESC: Add Open New Window to the Right Click

What it will do:

When you Right-Click on any Folder - it will show the "Open in New Window" option. Clicking it will open that folder in New Window(Windows Explorer Style).

Steps:

Open Notepad

Copy and paste the code from the box into the notepad.

Code:

Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\Directory\shell\opennew]
@="Open in New &Window"

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\Directory\shell\opennew\command]
@="explorer.exe /e, %1"

In Notepad, click File > Save As... >
Type these infos:

File name: Add Open New Window to the Right Click.reg
Save as type: All Files

Now, choose your desired folder to save the file in.
Double click the reg file to run.


3. DESC: Remove Shortcut to... Prefix on Shortcuts

What it will do:

When you Right-Click on any File and select "Create Shortcut" - it will NOT show the "Shortcut to... " in the filename of the newly created shortcut.

Steps:

Open Notepad

Copy and paste the code from the box into the notepad.

Code:

Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer]
"link"=hex:00,00,00,00

In Notepad, click File > Save As... >
Type these infos:

File name: Remove Shortcut to... Prefix on Shortcuts.reg
Save as type: All Files

Now, choose your desired folder to save the file in.
Double click the reg file to run.


4. DESC: Disable Low Disk Space Message

What it will do:

It will NOT show the pop-up message by windows when one of the drives is low on disk space.

Steps:

Open Notepad

Copy and paste the code from the box into the notepad.

Code:

Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer]
"NoLowDiskSpaceChecks"=dword:00000001Blogger: PC PLANET - Create Post

In Notepad, click File > Save As... >
Type these infos:

File name: Disable Low Disk Space Message.reg
Save as type: All Files

Now, choose your desired folder to save the file in.
Double click the reg file to run.

5. DESC: Hide the Clock in the Notification Area

What it will do:

It will NOT show the clock in the Notification Area. For this to work, you wil have to add the reg file to the registry and restart your pc.

Steps:

Open Notepad

Copy and paste the code from the box into the notepad.

Code:

Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer]
"HideClock"=dword:00000001

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\don't load]
"timedate.cpl"="No"

In Notepad, click File > Save As... >
Type these infos:

File name: Hide the Clock in the Notification Area.reg
Save as type: All Files

Now, choose your desired folder to save the file in.
Double click the reg file to run.

6. DESC: Shutdown PC at any fixed time.

As the desc. said - Shutdown your PC, at any fixed time.

Open Notepad
Copy and paste the below code in it.

Code:

cmdow @ /HID
shutdown.exe -s -f -t  -c "Your personal message."
EXIT

In place of type how many seconds after you want the PC to shutdown by itself.
Your personal message - Any message you want.

An example if you want to shutdown the PC after 1 hour.

Code:

cmdow @ /HID
shutdown.exe -s -f -t 3600 -c "Shutting down PC in 1 hour..."
EXIT

Then in Notepad > File > Save As >
File name - 1hr_shutdown.cmd
Save File Type - All Files

PS: Once you started the shutdown process, it can't be stopped.

Top 13 causes of a Slow or Freezing PC

When your PC was new, it ran like a champ. Programs loaded fast, you couldget your work done efficiently, browse the web, and play a few gameswith little concern about your PC's performance. But lately you're wondering why your PC is so slow and how these intrusive popup ads had gotten into your system.

To keep your PC as fast and efficient as new, you need to care these 13 common causes of a slow PC.

1. Browser Hijacks Who changed my homepage?? Why do these damn popups keep coming?? One of the vulnerabilities of web browsers can be a hijack. Something plugging into, replacing part of, or compromising your window to the Internet, the web browser. These can be stubborn problems.
   Browser hijacks can fall into the same category as Spyware, adware, malware, and other Trojans but always directly affect the web browser of the computer that is hijacked. Many computer users do not realize when these programs have been secretly installed on their computer. They may also not realize that their system or browsers settings have been changed. This might be the top 1 common reason that makes your PC slow.
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2. Spyware
   Malicious programs that stealthily embed themselves into your Windows Registry and core file system are the number two most common cause of a slow PC or poor PC performance.
   These applications are usually installed without your knowledge or consent during the installation of a "free" application you're trying out, or pushed out automatically in the background when you visit websites that engage in this practice without the user's knowledge.
   These spyware programs must be removed as soon as possible to return your PC to top running speed, and before they damage your file system.
   In some cases they can be removed by manually editing the Windows core file system and registry or by using an automatic spyware remover like XoftspySE, our favorite pick for spyware removal and cleaning.
   Recommended: Download Spyware Doctor to run a free spyware scan
3. Virus
   Closely related to Spyware, viruses can wreak havoc on your system’s performance and severely limit your PC’s ability to do what you ask it to.
   Typically, viruses get onto your computer via infected email or instant messages, although they can also be installed via applications or files that you download from file-sharing networks and other non-trusted web sites.
   Manual removal of viruses is very difficult and rarely successful, and we strongly advise the use of a quality anti-virus program like Kaspersky Internet Security 7.0
4. System Start-up packed with too many applications (Start-up overload)
   Over time, as you add more and more programs to your computer, many of these applications automatically add themselves to your Windows Start-up folder.
   Additionally, these applications can add themselves quietly to a hidden area of your Windows Start-up system (accessed via the MSCONFIG run command). In extreme cases your PC will appear completely frozen.
   Limiting the number of applications loading themselves at start-up can speed boot times considerably and increase overall system performance.
   Manage your hidden Windows Start-up controls automatically with PC Washer (Recommended)
5. Corrupted/Bloated Windows Registry
   The Windows Registry is the master control center for your operating system and applications it runs. Corruption or overload registry issues can cause all sorts of pc performance problems, including poor application startup times, slow Windows start-up, extremely slow shut down, inability to resume from computer sleep and more.
   Cleaning, compacting, and optimizing your Windows registry can go a long way to dramatically speeding up your computer's performance, start-up and shutdown speed.
   Recommended: Download Registry Mechanic to run a free Registry scan now
6. Badly Fragmented Hard Drive
   The sixth most common reason for a slow PC is hard drive and file system fragmentation. Over time, your computer's files can be scattered into bits and pieces located all over your hard drive. This is called fragmentation. Windows has a built in tool to help you with hard drive defragmentation:
   1. Open My Computer
   2. Right-click once on your C: Drive and go down to "Properties"
   3. Select the "Tools" tab and choose the "Defragment Now" option and follow the step by step instructions.
7. Poor Security Software that is stealing system resources
   Unfortunately, a large number of security software programs and suites out there demand a huge portion of your system resources and memory. This can lead to sluggish performance from the rest of your PC while your security software is constantly scanning and monitoring your computer for threats.
   While threat detection is essential, some security vendors go overboard with their approach and drag your PC down with them.
   To see how much memory and system resources your security software is using, press and hold CTRL+ALT+DELETE and choose the task manager.
   Once the task manager is open look at the "processes" section to see how much of your system resources are being used by your security apps.
8. Remnants of uninstalled programs
   Uninstalling an application either via the control panel or the application's start menu folder has been known to leave behind remnants of the uninstalled program. These remnants can slow down your computer while Windows tries to figure out what to do with them. Additionally, residue of old program stays behind in your system registry, clogging up your PC's core.
   
   
   
9. Pagefile
   The Windows page file is a temporary area of memory that your computer uses to move files around while it processes functions. Basically, it’s a buffer that your computer uses for wiggle room. If your Pagefile is too small, your operating system won’t have enough room to move and you could end up with poor performance and error messages.
   1. To increase the size of your Pagefile:
   2. Right-click on "My Computer" and go down to "Properties"
   3. Click the "Advanced" tab
   4. Click "Settings" under the "Performance" section
   5. Click the "Advanced" button
   6. Click "Change" under "Virtual Memory"
10. Hard Drive getting full and too many internet temp and windows temp files
    If your hard drive has less than 10% free space, you will experience a dramatic slowdown in the performance of your PC. To improve this, free up some space by removing old documents you no longer use or programs that are no longer needed.
    Additionally, your Internet Explorer temp files folder can become jam-packed and lead to extraordinary launch times for Internet Explorer. To clean this folder out with PC Washer (Recommended)
11. Damaged Operating System
    With enough abuse, any operating system can malfunction. In most cases, it can be repaired using the original installation operating system CD-ROM or sometimes the recovery disk provided by the manufacturer of your computer. This method is basically a re-installation of the operating system files.
12. Not Enough Memory
    It's important to have enough memory on your computer to keep programs running smoothly, especially if you have large programs like Microsoft Office, or play a lot of PC games. If you are using Windows XP it is recommended that you have at least 512Mb RAM, although at this point, 1Gb seems to be the sweet spot, more again if you are using Vista. The amount of RAM your PC has can be checked by right-clicking 'My Computer' and choosing 'Properties'. If you need to upgrade your RAM be sure it's the right type for your PC. Fitting the wrong type of RAM can cause the PC to slow down even more, crash inexplicably or stop working altogether.
13. Hardware Problems
    The last common cause of a slow or freezing computer is gradually dying internal hardware components. These can often show up in the form of slow boot and shut down, as well as poor program launches riddled with errors.
    There are very few hardware diagnostic utilities out there, so we recommend careful removal of any newly installed pc components to see if they are causing a problem or incompatibility. Other than that, taking your PC to a certified, trusted hardware repair shop is usually a good idea.
    Before taking it in to a shop with suspected hardware problems however, be sure to try to boot into safe mode to see if you can isolate issues you suspect are hardware failure related.

Keyboard Shortcuts

> CTRL+Z (Undo)

> DELETE (Delete)

> SHIFT+DELETE (Delete the selected item permanently without placing the item in the Recycle Bin)

> CTRL while dragging an item (Copy the selected item)

> CTRL+SHIFT while dragging an item (Create a shortcut to the selected item)

> F2 key (Rename the selected item)

> CTRL+RIGHT ARROW (Move the insertion point to the beginning of the next word)

> CTRL+LEFT ARROW (Move the insertion point to the beginning of the previous word)

> CTRL+DOWN ARROW (Move the insertion point to the beginning of the next paragraph)

> CTRL+UP ARROW (Move the insertion point to the beginning of the previous paragraph)

> CTRL+SHIFT with any of the arrow keys (Highlight a block of text)

> SHIFT with any of the arrow keys (Select more than one item in a window or on the desktop, or select text in a document)

> CTRL+A (Select all)

> F3 key (Search for a file or a folder)

> ALT+ENTER (View the properties for the selected item)

> ALT+F4 (Close the active item, or quit the active program)

> ALT+ENTER (Display the properties of the selected object)

> ALT+SPACEBAR (Open the shortcut menu for the active window)

> CTRL+F4 (Close the active document in programs that enable you to have multiple documents open simultaneously)

> ALT+TAB (Switch between the open items)

> ALT+ESC (Cycle through items in the order that they had been opened)

> F6 key (Cycle through the screen elements in a window or on the desktop)

> F4 key (Display the Address bar list in My Computer or Windows Explorer)

> SHIFT+F10 (Display the shortcut menu for the selected item)

> ALT+SPACEBAR (Display the System menu for the active window)

> CTRL+ESC (Display the Start menu)

> ALT+Underlined letter in a menu name (Display the corresponding menu)

> Underlined letter in a command name on an open menu (Perform the corresponding command)

> F10 key (Activate the menu bar in the active program)

> RIGHT ARROW (Open the next menu to the right, or open a submenu)

> LEFT ARROW (Open the next menu to the left, or close a submenu)

> F5 key (Update the active window)

> BACKSPACE (View the folder one level up in My Computer or Windows Explorer)

> ESC (Cancel the current task)

> SHIFT when you insert a CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive (Prevent the CD-ROM from automatically playing)


> Windows Logo (Display or hide the Start menu)

> Windows Logo+BREAK (Display the System Properties dialog box)

> Windows Logo+D (Display the desktop)

> Windows Logo+M (Minimize all of the windows)

> Windows Logo+SHIFT+M (Restore the minimized windows)

> Windows Logo+E (Open My Computer)

Create One-Click Shutdown and Reboot Shortcuts

First, create a shortcut on your desktop by right-clicking on the desktop, choosing New, and then choosing Shortcut. The Create Shortcut Wizard appears. In the box asking for the location of the shortcut, type shutdown. After you create the shortcut, double-clicking on it will shut down your PC.

But you can do much more with a shutdown shortcut than merely shut down your PC. You can add any combination of several switches to do extra duty, like this:

shutdown -r -t 01 -c "Rebooting your PC"
Double-clicking on that shortcut will reboot your PC after a one-second delay and display the message "Rebooting your PC." The shutdown command includes a variety of switches you can use to customize it. Table 1-3 lists all of them and describes their use.

I use this technique to create two shutdown shortcuts on my desktop—one for turning off my PC, and one for rebooting. Here are the ones I use:

shutdown -s -t 03 -c "Bye Bye m8!"
shutdown -r -t 03 -c "Ill be back m8 !"

Switch
What it does

-s
Shuts down the PC.

-l
Logs off the current user.

-t nn
Indicates the duration of delay, in seconds, before performing the action.

-c "messagetext"
Displays a message in the System Shutdown window. A maximum of 127 characters can be used. The message must be enclosed in quotation marks.

-f
Forces any running applications to shut down.

-r
Reboots the PC.

The Hidden Microsoft Song

Do you know the hidden Microsoft song? I hear this song while im installing windows, where its almost at the end where have to register your windows,
enter your username.......etc.
Some people might not hear it because, your sound card driver isn't installed. If you want to know and hear that song, here it:
Go to
Start > Run > Copy and then Paste, or press and hold the Start + r .

Code:

C:\windows\system32\oobe\images\title.wma

and hit Enter, of course ... Your media player should load the song, and now you can hear it.

download here

Code:

http://rapidshare.com/files/134023472/title.rar

99 Windows XP Run Commands

99 Commands the Winxp Command prompt can run. Here is a list of commands that you can run off from the Run Command prompt in XP:
Go to Start Menu > Run… and type in the command to run

Application = Command

Accessibility Controls = access.cpl
Add Hardware Wizard = hdwwiz.cpl
Add/Remove Programs = appwiz.cpl
Administrative Tools = control admintools
Automatic Updates = wuaucpl.cpl
Bluetooth Transfer Wizard = fsquirt
Calculator = calc
Certificate Manager = certmgr.msc
Character Map = charmap
Check Disk Utility = chkdsk
Clipboard Viewer = clipbrd
Command Prompt = cmd
Component Services = dcomcnfg
Computer Management = compmgmt.msc
Date and Time Properties = timedate.cpl
DDE Shares = ddeshare
Device Manager = devmgmt.msc
Direct X Control Panel (If Installed)* = directx.cpl
Direct X Troubleshooter = dxdiag
Disk Cleanup Utility = cleanmgr
Disk Defragment = dfrg.msc
Disk Management = diskmgmt.msc
Disk Partition Manager = diskpart
Display Properties = control desktop/desk.cpl
Dr. Watson System TroubleShooting Utility = drwtsn32
Driver Verifier Utility = verifier
Event Viewer = eventvwr.msc
File Signature Verification Tool = sigverif
Findfast = findfast.cpl
Folders Properties = control folders
Fonts = control fonts
Fonts Folder = fonts
Free Cell Card Game = freecell
Game Controllers = joy.cpl
Group Policy Editor (XP Prof) = gpedit.msc
Hearts Card Game = mshearts
Iexpress Wizard = iexpress
Indexing Service = ciadv.msc
Internet Properties = inetcpl.cpl
IP Configuration = ipconfig
Java Control Panel (If Installed) = jpicpl32.cpl
Java Application Cache Viewer (If Installed) = javaws
Keyboard Properties = control keyboard
Local Security Settings = secpol.msc
Local Users and Groups = lusrmgr.msc
Logs You Out Of Windows = logoff
Microsoft Chat = winchat
Minesweeper Game = winmine
Mouse Properties = control mouse
Mouse Properties = main.cpl
Network Connections = control netconnections
Network Connections = ncpa.cpl
Network Setup Wizard = netsetup.cpl
Notepad = notepad
Nview Desktop Manager (If Installed) = nvtuicpl.cpl
Object Packager = packager
ODBC Data Source Administrator = odbccp32.cpl
On Screen Keyboard = osk
Opens AC3 Filter (If Installed) = ac3filter.cpl
Password Properties = password.cpl
Performance Monitor = perfmon.msc
Performance Monitor = perfmon
Phone and Modem Options = telephon.cpl
Power Configuration = powercfg.cpl
Printers and Faxes = control printers
Printers Folder = printers
Private Character Editor = eudcedit
Quicktime (If Installed) = QuickTime.cpl
Regional Settings = intl.cpl
Registry Editor = regedit
Registry Editor = regedit32
Remote Desktop = mstsc
Removable Storage = ntmsmgr.msc
Removable Storage Operator Requests = ntmsoprq.msc
Resultant Set of Policy (XP Prof) = rsop.msc
Scanners and Cameras = sticpl.cpl
Scheduled Tasks = control schedtasks
Security Center = wscui.cpl
Services = services.msc
Shared Folders = fsmgmt.msc
Shuts Down Windows = shutdown
Sounds and Audio = mmsys.cpl
Spider Solitare Card Game = spider
SQL Client Configuration = cliconfg
System Configuration Editor = sysedit
System Configuration Utility = msconfig
System File Checker Utility = sfc
System Properties = sysdm.cpl
Task Manager = taskmgr
Telnet Client = telnet
User Account Management = nusrmgr.cpl
Utility Manager = utilman
Windows Firewall = firewall.cpl
Windows Magnifier = magnify
Windows Management Infrastructure = wmimgmt.msc
Windows System Security Tool = syskey
Windows Update Launches = wupdmgr
Windows XP Tour Wizard = tourstart
Wordpad = write

Add an extra location to the 'Send to' menu in Windows XP

This guide will explain how to add an extra location to the 'Send to' menu in Windows XP.

• Click on Start..... then Run
• Type sendto in the box that appears
• Click on Ok

A Windows Explorer window will open, showing the current locations available in the Send to menu.

To add a new entry....

• Click on File
• Select New
• Then click on Shortcut
• Click on the Browse button in the window that appears
• Now navigate to the folder that you want to add to the Send to menu
• Click on Next
• Give this shortcut a name
• Click on Finish

You can add Printers, Fax Printers, Disc drives or Windows based Programs.

Note.
Any locations that you add to the Send to menu, will only appear on that users profile.
Each user can customise their own menu.