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Remove Highlighting In Microsoft Word 2007

2011-08-13T01:59:00.002+05:30

While removing highlighting from a word document in Word 2007 or 2010 we have two options. Either we can remove a part of selection or the whole highlighted part.

To remove a part of the Highlighting or whole of it:

1) Select the text that you want to remove highlighting from, or press CTRL+A to select all of the text in the document.
2) On the Home tab, in the Font group, click the arrow next to Text Highlight Color.

3) Click No Color.

Antivirus IS.

2011-08-12T13:30:00.004+05:30

Antivirus IS is a new rogue antivirus that is spread by fake antivirus websites, trojans and security exploits.

Typically, just like Antivirus Soft or Security Suite, you will start seeing Antivirus IS popups out of blue, without being able to pinpoint cause of the infection. This is due to various system security holes this malware is able to exploit : Lack of system updates, lack of antivirus, anti-malware software or firewall.

Antivirus IS is quite dangerous – it cripples the PC limiting access to the internet and prohibiting execution of normal antimalware programs. You will start seeing alerts that your PC is infected on each executable launch. Antivirus IS will report each website you visit as unsafe, but this is just a hoax to convince you into paying.

Do not pay for Antivirus IS – this software has no full version, and in most cases they will use your credit card details as much as they can till it will get blocked. Thus do not enter credit card details in any of websites operated by this scamware owners.

AntivirusIS removal might be tricky as it will block execution of other programs. The best bet is to reboot, press F8 and choose safe mode with networking, or perform malware removal from another user account. Quite often only single user account is fully compromised. Also, you will have to disable proxy server in your browser – antivirus IS uses proxy to limit the websites you can visit from infected PC.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

[random].exe

Location of the infection:

%UserProfile%\Local Settings\Application Data\{random}\

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Download "RunInvalidSignatures" = "1"
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\wnxmal
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\PhishingFilter “Enabled” = “0? (CHANGE THIS TO 1)

Although it is possible to manually remove fake Antivirus IS, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

After removing all these files, restart your computer and the issue will be fixed. And don’t forget to do update your Security Software, check the Firewall Settings and the Operating System and finally do a full system scan with the Security Software.

Google+ tips

2011-08-10T15:36:00.000+05:30

How to Update Your Facebook Status from Google+

If you are spending a lot of time checking out Google+ and don’t want to neglect your Facebook friends, you can easily share your Google+ updates with Facebook and you don’t need additional software or extensions.

First, you need to get the upload email for your account from Facebook. To do this go to Facebook and login to your account. Then go to http://www.facebook.com/mobile/.
Go to the upload section and copy the address for your personalized upload email.

Copy the personalized upload email address.
Now go to Google+ and login to your account.
Use the navigation bar at the top of the page and click the Circles button.

At the bottom of the page, mouseover the Drop here to create a new circle Circle and click the Create circle link.

Input a name for the Circle, such as Update Facebook.
Click Add a new person.

Paste the Facebook personalized upload email address in the textbox.
Click the Create circle with 1 person button.

Now, anytime you wish to update your Facebook status while you are in Google+, simply add the newly created Update Facebook circle to your post. Note - You need to make sure that the Also email 1 person not yet using Google+ checkbox is checked.

Albinos Defender.

2011-08-10T13:30:00.008+05:30

Albinos Defender is a dangerous scamware that should be ignored by any circumstances.

We must warn you about its potential harm and the way it gets inside the system. First of all, there will be no permission asked when Albinos Defender 2011 decides to infiltrate your machine. Being another scamware that seeks to rip users off, Albinos Defender uses Trojans for its infiltration. Of course, it can be avoided by having truly reputable anti-virus and anti-spyware programs on your PC. Remember, only reputable versions guarantee a real time protection.

Being released for swindling users’ money, Albinos Defender also makes some unexpected modifications in the registry in order to make itself active once the PC is rebooted. Then it will start making havoc on the infected PC: Albinos Defender will imitate scanning the system for malware and then immediately return numerous viruses detected. The scope of such Albinos Defender activity is aimed at making its victim fall into purchasing its licensed version. It is the only program told to be capable to remove those viruses reported by Albinos Defender.

However, paying for Albinos Defender is like throwing your money out because this program is useless. It is not only incapable to remove computer viruses but it is also incapable to find them! All these threats reported on Albinos Defender are harmless files dropped on your system by the same Trojans that distribute this scam. However, their removal may be risky because we noticed that sometimes Albinos Defender reports perfectly legitimate files that are important for PC’s work. Please, be sure you don’t fall into Albinos Defender malicious activity. This scam must be eliminated once it enters the system. If your anti-spyware has let this threat into your machine, find alternative one to remove Albinos Defender completely.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

[random].exe

Location of the infection:

%Documents and Settings%\All Users\Application Data\[random]
%Documents and Settings%\[UserName]\Local Settings\Application Data\[random].exe
%Documents and Settings%\[UserName]\Local Settings\Temp\[random]

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\BrowserEmulation “TLDUpdates” = ’1?
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\.exe\shell\open\command “(Default)” = ‘”%Documents and Settings%\[UserName]\Local Settings\Application Data\[random].exe” -a “%1? %*’

Although it is possible to manually remove fake Albinos Defender, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Remove Word Art Style In MSOffice Programs

2011-08-10T08:30:00.000+05:30

Word art styles are some of the pre-designed word text styles that will make the text look in the way are designed. Word 2007 has brought some styles that will suit different backgrounds and titles. When we remove the WordArt style from our text, the text remains and changes to plain text.

If we want to remove the word art style in different Microsoft office programs like

Microsoft Excel:

1) Select the WordArt text that you want to remove the WordArt style from.
2) Under Drawing Tools, on the Format tab, in the WordArt Styles group, click the More button , and then click Clear WordArt.

Microsoft Word :

1) Select the WordArt text that you want to remove the WordArt style from.
2) On the Home tab, in the Font group, click Clear Formatting.

Microsoft Power Point:

Select the WordArt text that you want to remove the WordArt style from.
On the Home tab, in the Font group, click Clear All Formatting .

Skype disallow third party ads

2011-08-09T16:00:00.003+05:30

Skype for Windows: Disallow Usage of Your Information for Third Party Ads

By default, Skype allows the usage of “non-personally identifiable information” about you when serving third party ads. If you are uncomfortable with this do to privacy concerns, you can change the default setting for your Skype to disallow this.

1. Open the Skype application.

2. Go to the menu at the top, click Skype and select Privacy.

3. In the right pane, go to the bottom and uncheck the Allow Skype to use non-personally identifiable information about me when serving third party ads checkbox .

4. Click the Save button.

Spyware Vanisher.

2011-08-09T13:30:00.005+05:30

Spyware Vanisher is a new rogue on the internet and has been designed by malicious online criminals.

Spyware Vanisher needs to be removed from your computer system immediately and this is why it is important for you to understand the signs and symptoms which are associated with this rogue. You can’t take any chances because if you do, you are more than likely going to end up with many computer problems, a computer system which is infected with Spyware Vanisher as well as a decreased bank balance. It has been proved by many computer security professionals that in order to rid your computer system, of Spyware Vanisher it is going to be worth your while to make use of the automatic removal process. When it comes to removing Spyware Vanisher off your computer system you need to know that manual removal process is not a process which can be trusted due to the factor that you can cause additional damage to your already damaged computer system.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

SpywareVanisher.exe

Location of the infection:

%Program files%\SpywareVanisher\

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\SpywareVanisher
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run "SpywareVanisher"

Although it is possible to manually remove Spyware Vanisher, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

UnVirex.

2011-08-06T13:30:00.008+05:30

Unvirex is a fake virus remover, despite what you might think after witnessing it’s legitimate-looking name.

This parasite uses trojans, such as Zlob or Vundo, to enter the system. This is usually done by disguising the trojan as a video codec online. Unvirex uses various malicious tactics to trick users into purchasing it’s “full version”, which is no more functional than the so-called trial.

Upon entering the system, Unvirex will unleash a flood of popups, supposedly to inform you of an infection or multiple infections present on the system. This information is likely true, even if only because Unvirex is an infection itself. The scareware program performs fake system scans, which produce exaggerated results, oftentimes containing false positives. This is done in order to mislead you into thinking your system is infected, so that hopefully you would buy Unvirex. Much like any other rogue, this one will hijack the browser and significantly decrease system performance.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

UnVirex.exe
ggc596j0e53e.exe

Location of the infection:

%UserProfile%\Local Settings\Temp\[random]\
%ProgramFiles%\UnVirex\

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run\”UnVirex” = “C:\Program Files\UnVirex\UnVirex.exe”
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Browser Helper Objects\{CCB5551D-8594-4999-85F9-1E3EABCB95AC}

Although it is possible to manually remove fake Unvirex, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Turn On Automatic Formatting Options

2011-08-05T21:00:00.002+05:30

When you set options on the AutoFormat As You Type tab, Word can automatically format text as you are typing your document. For example, if you type a number followed by a period or hyphen, followed by a space or tab, followed by text, Microsoft Word makes the text a numbered list.

To Turn On The Automatic Formatting In Word 2010:

1.Click the File tab.

2.Under Help, click Options.

3.Click Proofing, under AutoCorrect Options, click AutoCorrect Options, click the Auto Format As You Type tab.

6. Select or clear the check boxes for the options that you want to enable or disable.

Alfa Defender Pro.

2011-08-05T13:30:00.008+05:30

Alfa Defender Pro is rogue anti-spyware that must be stopped before it starts acting with its only intention – rip off the people who fall into its misleading campaign Just like many viruses from this category of malwares, it identifies itself as a reliable and effective program which needs to be purchased for the best protection.

However, paying for Alfa Defender Pro means sharing your money with scammers, so, please, never fall into this scam. Just remove Alfa Defender Pro immediately after noticing its tricky designed alerts and scanners and its unexpected redirections to its purchase webpage.

When it comes to virus distribution methods, Alfa Defender Pro turns out to be spread by Trojans viruses capable to enter every poorly protected machine without being noticed by security programs. Additionally, just after unauthorized intrusion, this scam immediately proceeds to Windows Registry and configures it in such a way that your system will be made to launch the virus just after reboot. Being literally paralyzed, your computer will begin to run continuous system scanners and alerts reporting dangerous viruses, Trojans, root kits or other threats. However, these viruses are harmless and should never be removed because some of them may be needed for your computer’s functionality.

Including these scanners and alerts; you will also find problems with surfing the Internet because Alfa Defender Pro hijacks the browser. All this activity is done for the only reason which is to make you believe your machine is infected. However, only Alfa Defender Pro must be removed from your system because it won’t leave you alone until you pay for its license. To stop its misleading campaign, remove Alfa Defender Pro and all its infected files. We highly recommend using a reputable anti-spyware for that.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

[random].exe

Location of the infection:

%CommonAppData%\[random]
%LocalAppData%\[random].exe
%LocalTempDir%\[random]

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKU\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\BrowserEmulation “TLDUpdates” = ’1?
HKCU\Software\Classes\.exe\shell\open\command “(Default)” = ‘”%Documents and Settings%\[UserName]\Local Settings\Application Data\[random].exe” -a “%1? %*’

Although it is possible to manually remove fake Alfa Defender Pro, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Internet Explorer Tips

2011-08-04T19:14:00.001+05:30

How to Restore the Animated Internet Explorer Logo

This article describes how to restore the animated Internet Explorer logo if it has been changed by your Internet service provider (ISP).

When you browse the Internet with Internet Explorer, the animated logo in the upper-right corner of the window spins, indicating that activity is taking place. Your ISP can customize this logo by using Microsoft Internet Explorer Administration Kit (IEAK). For example, MSN, The Microsoft Network, version 2.5 replaces the animated Internet Explorer logo with an MSN logo.

NOTE: Your ISP may also customize the animated Internet Explorer logo in other programs such as Microsoft Outlook Express.

Steps To Follow

Open Run prompt (Click ctrl + R )

Type Regedit and Click Ok

Navigate to HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Toolbar

Delete the BrandBitmap and SmBrandBitmap string values under the following registry key: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Toolbar

Internet Antivirus 2011.

2011-08-04T13:30:00.005+05:30

Internet Antivirus 2011 is another rogue anti-spyware which can be also called as money hunter.

Just like most of fake anti-spywares, Internet Antivirus 2011 employs trojans for its distribution and once it gets there, it starts messing the OS by dropping harmless files and modifying computer’s registry. The main reason of inventing such scams, including its earlier variant Internet Security Suite, is swindling the money from users. Internet Antivirus 2011 is not an exception – it will also create a need of the its registered version by offering defense services against malicious programs out there.

Internet Antivirus 2011 will start its activity on your computer with fake pop-up ads and warnings about some problems detected. Additionally, users will be offered to testify their computers and convinced that there really are numerous viruses found. The fact that this program returns misleading results should make you think twice before purchasing this scam. You will only support the scammers by agreeing to pay for this program, so instead of doing that remove Internet Antivirus 2011.

Don’t be naive and refrain from downloading Internet Antivirus 2011 full version. Additionally, this scam will slow down the compromised system by consuming CPU resources and will download more malware inside. Another possible symptom is that you will find yourself disabled from the Internet or will start facing continuous redirections to fraudulent websites also promoting the same malware. Please, pay attention to the information written above and remove Internet Antivirus 2011 from your computer as soon as you notice it on your machine.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

energy.exe
exec.exe

Location of the infection:

%Documents and Settings%\All Users\Application Data\[random_symbols]\

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run “Internet Antivirus 2011”

Although it is possible to manually remove fake Internet Antivirus 2011, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Connect Xbox 360_win7 Tips

2011-08-04T11:44:00.000+05:30

This is going to walk you right through connecting your Xbox 360 to a Windows 7 PC. If you have an xbox and have not linked it up to your pc yet you are missing out. Your XBOX 360 when connected will be able to stream all of your music, and movies right from your PC to your TV.

This article will help you connect Xbox 360 to Windows 7.
Instructions

On the computer running Windows 7 click the following:
Start, Control Panel, Network and Internet
Select "Home Group and Sharing Options"
Click "change advanced sharing settings"
Under "Media Streaming" click "Choose Media Streaming Options"
Click "Turn on media streaming"
You will now have the option to name your media library if you want to, but is not necessary.
Click "Choose Default Settings". You can choose star ratings and parental controls here if you want to, and then click "OK". You are now done with setting up the PC.
Turn on your XBOX 360 and go to the "My Xbox Channel" and select "Music", "Photos", or "Video" library.
Select your pc from the list and the file you wish to play.

Internet Explorer Tips

2011-08-03T18:21:00.000+05:30

Synchronize Bookmarks in IE

Many computer users find themselves on multiple computers throughout the course of the day, from the home-based PC to a work desktop to a laptop. The constant computer switching makes it difficult to keep your bookmarks up to date and in sync. Fortunately, most modern Web browsers include built-in bookmark sync tools that can ensure you always have access to your bookmarks, no matter what computer you are using. If you use multiple different Web browsers, there are tools that offer cross-browser support.

This article will help you to Synchronize Bookmarks in IE.

Instructions

Launch Internet Explorer.
Navigate to the Zinkmo download page. Zinkmo is an Internet Explorer tool that enables synchronization of Favorites.
Register for a free Zinkmo account. You will need to click an activation link in your email in order to enable the account.
Click "Download Zinkmo."
Launch the Zinkmo installation file and click "Next" to begin installation and choose a program directory.
Enter your Zinkmo user name and password and then click "Next."
Click "Yes, Automatically Synchronize my IE Favorites" and then click "Next."
Click "Install" to complete installation and launch Zinkmo. The sync tool will launch upon Windows start-up and run in the background to ensure that your bookmarks are always in sync.
Install the tool on additional computers to keep those in sync with your Internet Explorer favorites.

Anti-virus-1.

2011-08-03T13:30:00.005+05:30

Anti-Virus-1 is a new rogue anti-spyware application. This parasite is very similar to Antivirus 2010

. These two fake programs are even advertised through the same fake online scanner. The main purpose of Anti Virus 1 is to frighten users and trick money from them. That's why it is important to remove Anti-Virus-1 upon detection.

Anti-Virus-1 infiltrates the system with a help of Trojans, mostly Zlob or Vundo. Once installed, AntiVirus 1 configures operating system to run this rogue before any other programs. After that, it performs fake system scan and floods system with pop-up windows and similar alert notices about system infections, errors and other threats. Of course, those fake infections have no relation to real threats. It's just a way how to effect the user. Scammers then suggest to use Anti-Virus-1 as reliable spyware remover. User is advertised to purchase license of this worthless application. But actually there is no such a thing like full version of Anti-Virus-1. We strongly recommend to remove Anti-Virus-1 from the system as soon as possible after infection.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

AV1i.exe

Location of the infection:

c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\AV1

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareAV1
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTCLSID{70FEAD04-A7FD-4B89-B814-8A8251C90EF7}
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionExplorerBrowser Helper Objects{70FEAD04-A7FD-4B89-B814-8A8251C90EF7}
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionRun "Monitor calibration"

Although it is possible to manually remove fake Anti-virus-1, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Renew IP Address_Win 7 tips

2011-08-03T11:05:00.002+05:30

The new Microsoft Operating System is set up differently than Windows XP and Windows Vista. If you purchase a new PC or Laptop, unless otherwise requested, you'll have Windows 7 as your operating system.

When you connect your new computer to your existing modem you will not have an Internet connection because the IP address will need to be renewed. In some instances the IP address will automatically renew if you unplug the modem and restart your computer. However, in most cases you will need to release and renew the IP address and this article will show you how to accomplish this using Windows 7.

This article will help you to renew IP adderess in Windows.

Instructions

Connect your new computer to your modem. Do not unplug your modem yet. Start your new computer and get to the desktop.
Open the Control Panel which will either be on the desktop or on the Start Menu. From the Control Panel, click on "Network and Internet" and then click on "Network and Sharing Center."
From the Network and Sharing Center, top-left click on "Change adapter settings." You will see the Local Area Connection icon. Right-click on the LAN icon and select "disable." This disables the Local Area Connection and also "releases the IP address." Below the LAN icon you will now see the word, "disabled." Leave this on your screen because you'll come back to it in a minute or so.
Unplug your modem. If you unplug the modem and you still see lights, then you will need to remove the battery from your modem. You want all the lights out on your modem because this completes the releasing of the IP address.
After 10-20 seconds, plug your modem back in and give the modem at least a minute to fully reset. You'll know it has reset when the lights on the modem are back to normal.
Go back to your Local Area Connection icon, right-click, and select "enable." This will complete the process of "renewing" your IP address and this will restore your Internet connection.

Change The Starting Point For Gridlines

2011-08-02T21:00:00.000+05:30

In Microsoft word 2007 we can change the starting point for gridlines. Initially, the grid begins at the upper -left corner of the page. Word displays gridlines only within the margins of the page, even though the grid may extend beyond the margins. To view the gridlines beyond the margins of the document, use this procedure.

To set the starting point for gridlines:

On the Insert tab, in the Illustrations group, click Shapes, and then click a shape.

Click in the document. Under Drawing Tools, on the Format tab, in the Arrange group, click Align, and then click Grid Settings.

In the Drawing Grid dialog box, clear the Use margins check box if it is selected.

In the Horizontal origin and the Vertical origin boxes, enter the location where you want vertical and horizontal gridlines to begin, relative to the left and top edges of the page.

Check My PC for Windows 7 Compatibility

2011-08-02T19:24:00.000+05:30

Microsoft's Windows 7 is focused on speed and stability, even on older hardware, and can run on systems with minimal specifications. Device support is improved compared with Windows Vista, and the driver library has been expanded so most hardware can be automatically installed without requiring a driver disk. Before purchasing Windows 7, use the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor to scan your PC and check that the hardware and software are Windows 7 compatible. If any problems are detected, the advisor will suggest ways to fix the compatibility issues.

This article will help you to check your pc for windows 7 compatibility.

Instructions

Open a Web browser, and navigate to Microsoft's website. Locate and download the Microsoft Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor. Plug in any USB peripherals or similar devices that are used regularly on your computer, such as scanners, printers or external hard disks, for example. The Upgrade Advisor can check these to make sure they are compatible with Windows 7.
Double-click on the downloaded "Window7UpgradeAdvisorSetup.exe" file to install the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor. When the setup wizard launches, read through the license terms and click "I Accept the License Terms" if you agree. Click the "Install" button to start the installation. When it completes, click the "Close" button to end the setup wizard
Double-click on the "Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor" icon, which has been added to your Windows desktop. Click the "Start Check" button to run a scan of your PC so that its components can be checked for compatibility. The scan will take a few minutes to complete, depending on the number of installed devices and programs.
Check through the results once the scan has completed to see if your PC is Windows 7 compatible. At the top of the results a summary is displayed, showing the number of issues that may need to be addressed for full compatibility with Windows 7. If any programs or devices fail the compatibility check, a solution will be given where possible, such as a driver update or more recent version of a program.

Dr.Web Enhanced Protection Mode.

2011-08-02T13:30:00.005+05:30

Dr.Web Enhanced Protection Mode is just an alert generated by agent that serves hackers.

The agent generates popup that pretends to be a notification on behalf of the above security solution.
It informs on switching the antivirus into the extra security mode due to the risk of PC damaging by severe threat. According to the alert, user needs not to take any action, and simply let the antivirus settle down the issue.
Alas, the alert repeats too frequently and annoys user. Besides this alert, there is a desktop toolbar notification that announces protected status of computer system. It is also issued in the name of Dr.Web.
The endpoint of all those alerts would be system disordering unless removal of Dr.Web Enhanced Protection Mode misleading alert is performed in a due time.
In their turn, the rascals masterminding the tricky affair expect users to pay misleading activation fee. In no case should one act as the hackers suggest, for that would neither put an end to the particular case of the scam, nor facilitate its global-scale eradication.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

OTS.exe
sysdriver32.exe
systemup.exe

Location of the infection:

%Users%\[UserName]\Downloads\OTS.exe
%Windows%\l1rezerv.exe
%Windows%\systemup.exe
%Windows%\sysdriver32.exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run “Dr.Web Enhanced Protection Mode”

Although it is possible to manually remove fake Dr.Web Enhanced Protection Mode, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Data Validation-Microsoft Excel 2003

2011-08-01T21:00:00.006+05:30

When we are working with tables where we need to type the same thing for a list of rows we may use this data validation as list. It is there in Microsoft Excel 2003 and next versions.

To apply Data Validation:

1) Select the row just behind the column name under which the options have to be given.

2) Click Data menu and click validation.

3) Select in the dropdown under Allow and in Settings Tab.

4) Under Source type the option that are to be placed in that column and click OK.

We will get a dropdown with the list of words added in the column we chose for.

Google+ tips

2011-08-01T20:00:00.000+05:30

Google+: How to Control Who Can Start a Huddle with You

Huddle allows mobile Google+ users to text with groups from their Google+ circles. By default, anyone on Google+ can start a Huddle with you, here’s how to trim that down.

1. Go to Google+ on your computer and login to your account.

2. Go to the upper-right corner of the page and click the Options icon.

3. Select Google+ settings.

4. Scroll to the bottom of the page to the Huddles section.

5. Where it says Who can start a huddle with me, click the dropdown button and select the desired setting. Choices are Anyone, Extended Circles, and Circles.

Avira AntiVir Enhanced Protection Mode.

2011-07-30T02:00:00.007+05:30

Avira AntiVir Enhanced Protection Mode is a fake security alerts that mimics Avira AntiVir security notifications.

It comes onto he computer via Trojans, infected websites and fake Flash player installers. The legitimate Avira AntiVir application does not support Enhanced Protection Mode, the fake alert tries to misleading users into thinking that their computers are protected when in fact they are wide open to various security threats.

You must remove the Avira AntiVirus Enhanced Protection Mode Virus immediately. It is an extremely malicious virus which has corrupted your computer and taken over your computer virus program. Remember: This is not a real Avira program, it is a rogue program. The real Avira AntiVirus program has been completely disabled and is no longer working.

You personal data, financial data and computer files are all compromised. Please do not let this virus lurk in the shadows. It wants you to feel comfortable that it is a real Avira antivirus software application. It will most likely log all of your passwords and other personal information that you enter as your surf the internet. Please remove this infection as soon as possible.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

OTS.exe
sysdriver32.exe
systemup.exe

Location of the infection:

%Users%\[UserName]\Downloads\OTS.exe
%Windows%\l1rezerv.exe
%Windows%\systemup.exe
%Windows%\sysdriver32.exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run “Avira AntiVir Enhanced Protection Mode”

Although it is possible to manually remove fake Avira AntiVir Enhanced Protection Mode, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

REMOVE A BORDER FROM A DRAWING OBJECT

2011-07-29T21:00:00.003+05:30

Drawing Objects are placed in Drawing Canvas that will hold all the objects and also pictures and text boxes. Microsoft Office Word can remove the border so as it can place the border for Drawing object.

To remove the border to a drawing object:

Select the drawing canvas that surrounds the drawing object whose border you want to remove.

Right-click the drawing canvas, and then click Format Drawing Canvas on the shortcut menu.

On the Colors and Lines tab, under Line, click No Color.

AntiSpyware Soldier.

2011-07-29T13:30:00.005+05:30

Antispyware Soldier is a fake anti-spyware parasite and a clone of SpySoldier.

This threat gets into the system with the help of certain trojans and starts to generate numerous pup-up advertisements and fake security messages, indicating that your computer has been damaged by spyware and you need to buy Antispyware Soldier version in order to get rid of it.

Once the user clicks on that message, the trojan opens a web site distributing AntiSpyware Soldier. It may also try to download the application. The trojan is able to change the Internet Explorer default home page and redirect the web browser to malicious web sites. Furthermore, it can secretly download from the Internet and install malicious parasites to the infected system. Antispyware Soldier automatically runs on every Windows start up.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

a.exe
antispysoldier.exe

Location of the infection:

C:\Program Files\antispysoldier.exe
C:\Program Files\a.exe
C:\Program Files\alxres.dll

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run\Adware.Srv32
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce\srv32 spool service

Although it is possible to manually remove fake AntiSpyware Soldier, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Install a Wireless Printer_win 7

2011-07-29T12:43:00.000+05:30

As wireless connectivity technology has become more reliable and capable of carrying more traffic, printers have joined the list of wireless peripherals. This means that all of the computers on your network can share a single printer without a print server or USB cables. Windows 7 makes it simple to connect to a wireless printer by providing a wizard that guides you through the installation.

This article will help you to connect a wireless printer on windows 7.
Instructions

Turn on the printer. Be sure that it is set up to connect wirelessly -- check your printer manufacturer's user guide and documentation for information about your specific printer model.
Click on the "Windows" button to display the menu. Select "Devices and Printers" on the right-hand panel.
Select the "Add a Printer" button from the menu bar of the Devices and Printers dialog window. The currently attached printers are displayed; review them to ensure that the new printer is not already attached through some other network connection.
Click the "Add a network, wireless or Bluetooth printer" option. Windows searches for available printers; it may take a few minutes to discover the new printer.
Choose the printer that you want to add from the list of network-visible printers. Click the "Next" button. Windows searches for the appropriate driver for the printer. If the operating system has a driver installed, you can choose this option, or follow the steps provided by the manufacturer to install proprietary software.
Add a name for the printer or accept the name provided by Windows. Click "Next" to install the printer.
Decide if you are going to share the printer through this machine. If the printer is available through the wireless network, it will be available to other users in the same fashion, precluding the need to share it.
Click "Finish" to complete the installation of the printer.