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How to Install Boot Camp on OS X

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I haven’t installed Boot Camp since I used the Beta version on the Mac Mini. Ponzi needs to use Windows on her MacBook Pro, so she can run various applications. Using Boot Camp allows you to either boot your Mac like an actual Windows machine, or boot to OS X.

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How to Find Hidden Music in Windows XP

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During our GoToMeeting last week, EvilHomer decided to show us how to access a hidden music file within Windows XP. Let’s follow along, and see what we discover!

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There’s Nothing Wrong with Windows Vista

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I’m so tired of people saying that the problems are with Vista, instead of blaming themselves! I mean seriously. It’s not Vista’s fault you buy crappy hardware. It’s not Vista’s fault your drivers don’t work. It’s all YOUR fault.

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How is OS X Different than Windows?

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For better or for worse, Windows works differently than OS X – and it’s no wonder that Windows-trained users face a small amount of frustration when they work inside of OS X. I’ve scribbled this list for the benefit of Windows folks who have switched, are switching, or are thinking of making the switch.

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The Choice is Windows XP over Windows Vista

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I was surfing my RSS feeds the other night using Vienna. I came across a blog post about Vista from back in July, and decided it should be shared with you all, and commented on.

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How to Make a Cool Windows Vista Screensaver

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DreamScene on Vista allows you to run a video as a wallpaper. Unfortunately, I can’t use it. Vista claims my monitors are too big. That’s ok, I’m not giving them up. I did, however, discover a very cool trick awhile back to run a screen saver behind my active windows.

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Windows Vista – Promises Delivered?

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Several of us got together on Ventrilo just to chit chat. We ended up talking about Vista and XP, the differences, the expectations… and the opinions on the reality that is Vista.

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Making the Case for Windows


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Laptop Magazine recently asked the question “Would you recommend a Mac to someone looking to buy a Notebook?”. One of the so-called “experts” was so wrong with his answer, I couldn’t stay quiet and let it go. Al Gillen stated:

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Change Your Desktop Theme in Windows XP

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Have your meeting online, with GoToMeeting. You can get a free 45-day trial at GoToMeeting.com/ChrisPirillo.

Several people joined me on a GoToMeeting. Using that, we can share and see each others’ desktops, as well as talk to each other. During this video, one of the chatters shared with us the site he uses to customize his desktop.

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How Many Computers do you Have in your House?


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http://live.pirillo.com/ – Which is preferable? One machine that runs a lot of virtual machines for separate tasks? Or would you rather have more than one machine, each maybe dedicated to specific purposes?

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System File Checker and Utilities


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http://live.pirillo.com/ – It’s awesome when you guys send me your computer tips and tricks. One I just received recently talks about using your Windows System File Checker to make sure all of your critical system files are intact.

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Firewall and Computer Security


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http://live.pirillo.com/ – The round table discusses the free Comodo Firewall, and other Security programs for your Windows machine.

Four of my friends joined me for this discussion: Kat, SC_Thor, Wirelesspacket, and last but certainly not least… Datalore.

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Windows Vista Stories


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http://live.pirillo.com/ – A few friends joined me live to discuss their opinions and thoughts about Windows Vista. We discuss issues, as well as what we each feel should be done to improve.

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Automatic Login for Windows Vista


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http://live.pirillo.com/ – I decided to give Vista another go, and reinstalled it on my computer, along with SP1. Being a fresh install, I had to go through and set everything up the way I had it before, including the way Vista logs me in.

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Chkdsk and Defrag


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http://live.pirillo.com/ – One of our community members recently attempted to run a defrag on his computer. During the defrag, he received a message that chkdsk wanted to run. He’s not so sure what this means, or if he should allow it.

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