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Format with KillDisk

KillDisk is not simply a tool to format it will write 0 everywhere on a partition or an entire hard drive (you choose). After its passage, it is virtually impossible to recover data. KillDisk can be used after a big virut type of infection that can return after a normal format (with the Windows CD for example).
KillDisk to burn on a CD

* Download KillDisk on a PC.
* Unzip (extract) the file boot-cd-iso.zip, you will find a file named BOOT-ISO DSK.iso. You can use Nero, CDBurnerXP, etc.. to burn as an ISO. You can also use IsoBurner.exe found in the archive boot-cd-iso.zip.
* Once burned, it is ready to use.

Configure the BIOS to boot from the CD

It must now configure the BIOS to start (boot) on the CD KillDisk.

* When starting the PC, press the Delete key or F2 (depending PCs) to access the BIOS.
* Go to the Startup tab (Boot).
* Select Boot Device Priority and confirm with Enter. Put the CD / DVD first.
* Confirm the change with F10 and then OK to restart.
* Put the CD in the drive.

Using the software Kill Disk

• The PC will boot from the CD and the screen will appear:

• Choose Active @ KillDisk (FREE) and press Enter:
• A message warns you that the free version allows for only one password, confirm with Enter:

• Select the partition or hard disk format (for my part, I will format VBOXHARDDISK (80h)) and press F10:
  Allow method ”One Pass Zeros” and press F10: 
• Type ERASE-ALL-DATA (Q for the type A and to = -) and press Enter. The formatting is done (the duration depends on the size of hard drive, the power of the PC, etc. It may take several hours):

  When formatting is complete, a report will appear:
  

• Press Esc twice, and a message asks if you want to leave KillDisk, press Enter:

  You can remove the CD KillDisk and put the CD on your operating system (Windows, Linux, etc.). And then restart your PC to install.

Make your IE 8 Faster

You’ve done the upgrade to Internet Explorer to version 8, but you see a sharp slowdown when opening the browser and the level of the tabs (see crash the browser). All suspected infection is excluded, there is a procedure to address this problem.

It seems that this latest version of IE has its own system of protection against malicious sites. It is also what some anti-spyware. Therefore, there would be conflict in protection (including the hosts file).

This would also be a file system “badly stated”

Close your browser and all applications before you proceed throughout the manipulation.

(In Vista, disable UAC before)

1st STEP

* Download the file “DelDomains.inf”:
o Right click here and select “save target as …” and save “DelDomains.inf” on the desktop.
* Right click on “DelDomains.inf and choose install.

Then click on “Open” and laissez faire.
2nd STAGE

* Open the “Run”:
o Go to “Start” then click the “Run”.
o Or press the “Windows” and the “R”, the box “Run” will open …
* In the input box, type this exactly ? cmd and then press [Enter].
* A command prompt window (DOS) opens:
o Type exactly this regsvr32 ? actxprxy.dll and press [Enter].

Windows opens a window (RegSvr32) then click “OK.”

And finally, type exit in the command prompt to exit.

Now restart your PC for the changes to take into account and re-test Internet Explorer. Normally this should go much better! …

Protecting files with FlashCrypt

Many are looking for a utility easy to protect against unauthorized access. Until then, all the software password protection to a folder (I know) are worth it and protect your data when the software is opened (loaded in memory).

FlashCrypt software is in English but simple and easy to use, to protect your files with a password.

* Download and install the software: FlashCrypt
* Already, you can see the tutorial that appears at the end of the installation and will help you understand how the software works.
* The protection of a folder is very easy with this software. Simply right click on the file in question> Protect FlashCrypt with.

Enter the password protection, and then confirm this password

* Click on Protect, you will notice that the folder icon will change, which means it is protected.

To open this file, you should double click it and then enter the password.

Advantages:

* Simple and easy
* Protection spite if the software is not loaded into memory.
* Possibility to compress the data.

Disadvantages:

* Need to report the file every time you open it. This may be less convenient in case you want to protect a folder of large size, as the time data encryption and proportional to the size of the data.
* It is necessary that the software be installed on the PC where you want to access these data.

Google keyword generator free for all

* Keywords can be used for many purposes: Site title, description tag, body text, important tags (h1, h2, etc …) and not only in the tag “keywords” that does more than for very few engines and is primarily used by the directories.

Google has introduced a free service that can allow you to target more precisely, either on your site, either in relation to competition.

* Start using the Keyword Tool to get new keyword suggestions. Select an option below to enter a few words or phrases as a description. You can also enter the URL of your site.
* Generator keyword in Google (link does not require you to subscribe or  pay)

Important: The Keyword Tool automatically identifies a list of queries made on the search engine Google, in connection with the keyword you entered. The terms listed you are not advised or recommended and Google can not guarantee that these keywords will improve your campaign performance. We also reserve the right to disapprove any new keywords you selected.
You are solely responsible for the keywords you select and you must ensure that their use does not legislation or affect the rights of third parties, including the law of trademarks and unfair competition. Before selecting a keyword, you should verify that it is not a trademarked term (brand name, company name) by consulting a register of marks (e.g. www.icimarques.com) and companies (e.g. www.euridile.com)

PhotoFiltre 6.3.2 – Good Image editing software

PhotoFiltre is a program for image editing. Its interface allows for simple, intuitive and toolbar provides access to Filters by simple click of the mouse which gives him a friendly hand. The application offers all the features, tools and filters for basic retouch your images. Changing the brightness, contrast, color balance, the hue, saturation, the rotation, gamma correction, resizing, cropping the image and the new module allows Photo masks to be performed well. Of the 70 filters that have been proposed: the cartoon effect, adding noise, the effect plaster, watercolor, pastels, Indian ink, pointillism, puzzle effect, texture application and many more. Moreover, the application offers task automation and batch processing. This version will allow you to reorganize your layers, change the opacity of a layer, and animate your selections and more.

Safe XP – Improves the performance of the system

Safe XP allows users to quickly point the different configurations in relation to safety and functionality of Windows XP.

Options include:

* configuring Media Player,
* Service Configuration (error reporting, time synchronization, control registers, etc.).
* the option to delete items and sections in the start menu,
* configuring network security and others.

Safe XP improves the performance of your system and improves the speed of Windows and is more secure and reliable.

Facebook, a source of jealousy for couples

The social network Facebook, which claims 250 million users worldwide, can be dangerous for the stability of couples, according to a study conducted by the University of Guelph (Canada), and published by the Cyber psychology & Behavior journal in its latest issue. The famous international community could be the source of suspicion and conflict for couples who are enrolled.

For this study, university researchers have analyzed the behavior of 308 students aged 17 to 24 years, including 231 girls and 77 boys, all listed on Facebook. At the time of the study, half the participants (50.5%) had a serious relationship, one third was single, and 8.3% had a liaison with a (e) or more partners.

According to the results of the study, the time to scrutinize the activities of a spouse increases on Facebook jealousy and suspicion. The slightest sign of infidelity (tagged photos, ex-girlfriend added to his list of contacts, disclosure of personal information, etc.), even if unfounded, may indeed lead to an escalation of jealousy and deteriorate the relationship of the couple.

This Canadian study has also revealed that participants who spent more time than the participants to Facebook to monitor their partner had a feeling of jealousy are stronger than men.

Windows 7 – Product of the year

It is the product of the year for Microsoft: Windows 7. The official release of the new Microsoft operating system is expected on 22 October 2009. But the publisher has already scheduled a pre-marketing history to pave the business.

This is a major strategy in terms of products, technologies and marketing: Microsoft has to make up the mistakes of Vista, which did not arouse the enthusiasm of customers and general public that has not attracted a wave mass migration of OS in enterprises. But for the launch of Windows 7, the more favorable reviews are already in the business press and computer science.

It’s always good to take the gamble because Microsoft will be even more daring in terms of economic conditions deteriorated. The Redmond Company will make efforts to convince CEO’s to adopt Windows 7 while IT budgets are revised downwards.

IdeaCenter A600 – the first all-in-One Lenovo

Lenovo walk in the footsteps of the iMac and the HP Touch smart (the touch screen least) with its first PC all-in-one with multiple options … pay.

Like the HP Touch Smart, Dell XPS One and, more importantly, the Apple iMac, Lenovo began to turn in the market of desktop All-in-one. In other words, all components of the unit are hidden behind the screen to offer a product that looks like a LCD TV but with the power of functional services.

In any case, the map of elegance that plays with his Lenovo Idea Centre A600. “Since the global launch of our brand Idea general public in early 2008, we have proved the world that a computer could be beautiful, efficient and innovative,” says Vincent Fauquenot, Vice President, Western Europe at Consumer & SMB Lenovo stressing that the A600 combines Idea Center “the substance and form.”

Idea Center the A600 distinguishes itself by a screen frameless “of 21.5 inches in resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels (battery hair trimmed for high definition) to a thickness of 2.54 cm in the thinnest part. There are still only 3 mm wide, the Sony XEL-1 OLED technology but only 11 inches of image and an exorbitant price of 4000 euros to its release in December 2008.

The Lenovo all-in-One features an Intel Core 2 Duo mobile version (T4200, T6400 or P7450) with, depending on configuration, between 2 and 4 GB of DDR3 RAM and 320 to 1 TB of disk space. Many options are then enrich the model as the Bluray drive, integrated TV tuner, a remote control 4-in-1 gyro and properties with a graphics card ATI Radeon HD 3650 which replaces the GPU core Intel GM 45. WiFi, Memory Card Reader 6-in-1 is also available as USB and Firewire ports and the camera and facial recognition technology are offered as standard.

So many options are yet to come and that will increase the basic price of 699 euros. It was not until his release in August to find out the real price of a well-equipped. Idea Center the A600 will be delivered with Windows Vista that may, under the upgrade program Microsoft Windows 7 benefit from 22 October in exchange for “fee” to be defined by the manufacturer or distributor of the product.

Instant Memory Cleaner 7.20 – OPtimize your virtual memory

Instant Memory Cleaner is an optimizer of your virtual memory. It used to force the launching of the pages which exceed physical memory and reduces the size of the current process to a minimum.

Instant Memory Cleaner allows a direct display of free memory, as well as the details of your system memory are available at any time. The utility is especially effective with Windows XP, but if you want better results, file your paging system must be at least as large as the physical memory system.