The computer POST (Power On Self Test) tests the computer, insuring that it meets the necessary system requirements and that all hardware is working properly before starting the remainder of the boot process. If the computer passes the POST, the computer will have a single beep (with some computer BIOS manufacturers it may beep twice) [...]
Browsing Posts published in November, 2009
Now and then, just for some peace of mind, I like to do a System File Scan in Windows XP (SFC /SCANNOW). SFC will ask for my Windows XP installation CD like normal. After inserting the CD, sometimes, I will get a “The CD you provided is the wrong CD.” error. You will receive this [...]
In this release, I’ve added a new Registry Optimization utility that replaces NTREGOPT, redid the Recycle Bin management functions, included a Clear System Cache function, Windows XP Activation backup and restore, added a CheckDisk GUI and added shortcuts to many hidden Windows tools and utilities. And also the reason for the size increase, the new [...]
