Category Archives: Microsoft

Managing Shares at the Command Line

Manage your shares from the command prompt with built-in-to-Windows tools and leave the GUI to the noobs. There are many ways to manage shares using the graphical interface of Windows Explorer. There are some of us die-hard command prompt junkies that prefer working at the text level, however.

What is StickyKeys?

Keyboard shortcuts are not just for use by our differently-abled friends. They can be quite useful for those of us who have all of our digits. Keyboard shortcuts can save you a lot of time by putting files or commands you use often right at your fingertips.

Change your Windows XP login picture

By default, each user account in Windows XP has a standard picture (such as a chess set, a dog, or an astronaut) associated with it. If you want to make the picture more personal, you can add your own image for each account. Changing pictures is fun, and it makes it easier for young children to use your… Read More »

Optimize Folders for Speed

Ever notice how Windows Explorer will slow down a lot when accessing a folder containing media files, such a pictures, video, or music? Green bar got you down? Optimize that folder!

Map a Drive to a Shared Folder

Network shared resources are great. They allow you to access your information from anywhere on the Local Area Network (LAN). Here’s how to map a drive and make it easier to access the network share. If you work at home from time to time, you may not want to be tied to your home office. Maybe you want… Read More »

Introduction to VB6 Variable Types

Variables provide temporary storage for information that will be needed during the lifespan of the computer program (or application).  This article is short reference table of the types of variables used in programming.