windows
Microsoft Help Desk
This past Wednesday marked the launch of Microsoft’s new Help Desk. I was the emcee for the event. Viewers sent their Windows questions in via email, FriendFeed and Twitter, and I fed them to our panel of Microsoft experts. I had a great time during this show, and I certainly hope to do this again! [...]
What Does the Tech Future Hold?
While writing about the astronauts tweeting from space earlier tonight, I couldn’t help but think about other technology breakthroughs that could be coming sooner than we think. Even five years ago, we wouldn’t have dreamed that we’d have people out in space sending real-time messages to us here on Earth via an instant-messaging type of [...]
Windows XP Mode for Windows 7
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed I love seeking solutions for people. That’s kind of what got me started in this whole Internet thing, way back in about 1996. I also enjoy answering questions when I can, especially from our sister community over at PC PitStop! Mike [...]
Microsoft History
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed Community member Scott emailed me recently to ask for my help with a documentary he is creating about Microsoft. He knows that I’ve been using Microsoft since the days of DOS, and wanted to get my thoughts on a few questions [...]
What Toy Would You Want for Christmas?
I admitted in a video earlier today that I still enjoy playing with LEGO Bricks. I also apparently still like the Lite Brite! There’s nothing wrong with occasionally letting your inner child come out to play when you’re a grown-up. I personally think it can help keep you sane and stress-free if you let your [...]
How to Have a Chris Pirillo Live Gadget on your Windows Desktop
We’ve uploaded several awesome screencasts lately. All of you are sending in informative and high-quality tutorials for us to share with the world. It’s not too late for you to get your screencast on our channels, you know! Get busy and create something wonderful! Gabriel is a fan of our live stream, and has come [...]
Parallels Review
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed There have been numerous screencasts submitted over the past couple of weeks. Several of them are very, VERY good! I always knew that our community was full of talented individuals. It’s not too late for you to get involved, and have [...]
How to Disable the UAC in Windows Vista
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed Recently I threw down the gauntlet, asking all of you to submit your best screencasts. I plan to highlight the best of the best here in my channel, and help promote yours. Dylan has sent a few in to us now, [...]
How to Install Your Favorite Windows Software
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed The easiest ways to get programs these days is to download them. When I was getting started with software, you had to actually go to a store and buy them. The Internet didn’t really even exist back then! There’s software available [...]
What Does Windows 7 Bring to the Table?
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed During live calls recently, the main topic of discussion was Windows 7. Ross was happy to get through, and immediately asked what he felt I think Windows 7 brings to the table for an average or intermediate computer user. I have [...]
Windows 7 – How Soon Should You Upgrade?
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed I opened the phone lines a few nights ago, asking the community to call in to talk about Windows 7. We had some excellent discussions. This particular call was from Ray, asking me about whether he should upgrade his Windows 7 [...]
Best Buy and Windows 7
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed With the advent of Windows 7 going public, I opened the phone lines up. People called in to talk about anything and everything related to Windows 7. Danny Minick is a long-time member of our community, and now apparently has a [...]
Windows 7 eBook
My new Windows 7 eBook is available for $7 now (and includes the following information). Buy My Windows 7 eBook Now! System Requirements For Windows 7 Windows 7 Editions Configure User Access Control In Windows 7 Burn ISO Image In Windows 7 Minimize Programs To The System Tray/Notification Area In Windows 7 Pin A Folder [...]
How to Run Windows XP on a USB Drive
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed What is your favorite operating system? XP has been a great operating system. I think it’s been around as long as I’ve been alive. You may be attached to it, along with your computer. Did you know that Windows XP doesn’t [...]
How Much Computer Memory Does Windows Need?
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed I guess I need more memory, since I keep forgetting my own name! Sadly, I can’t just buy and install some in my brain. The question that Lynn sent in to PCPitStop is centered around the amount of memory her computer [...]
