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Quick Tip

Seth from MD asks:

What's the Windows "Registry?"

Basically, the Windows Registry is a database used to store system and program settings.

Here's what it looks like:

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So, for an example, let's say a particular program gives you the option of setting its font. You select a font on its font selection screen and hit OK. When you hit the OK button, *most* kinds of software will make an entry into the registry. Next time you run the program, it retrieves the information you set, in this case the font style.

Yeah, that's a bit of an over-simplification, so just in case, here's the Wikipedia entry for those who want to delve a little further.

~Steve

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Just imagine...

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You could be mowing the lawn while listening to your favorite FM radio station...maybe catching the ball game!

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Before I even plugged them in, I had to try them on to see how they felt - boy these are SO incredibly comfortable! And they're incredibly lightweight to top it off - I couldn't believe it! You can walk around with these on all day and never get tired of them!

And as far as the sound goes, these headphones sound IMPECCIBLY CRYSTAL CLEAR!!

When you turn these on, oh my goodness...you're NOT gonna believe what you hear!

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Works on ALL Common Batteries...

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Computers 101

Kasey from Denver, CO writes:

I recently purchased a Toshiba Satellite A665D Laptop with a built in cam and speaker system (Windows 7). When I use Skype, my web camera no longer can be found, and doesn't work. Neither does my built-in mic. Contacted Toshiba help: They say to download the software (web Camera App) and boot it up again. This didn't help. What Am I Doing Wrong?

If your laptop's webcam and built-in microphone were working previously for chatting with video programs like Skype, Ovoo, or Facebook video chat, but have since stopped functioning, the issue is likely caused by a simple software glitch that is easily resolved. The Toshiba Satellite A660 line of laptops includes a program installed by the manufacturer that lets you change webcam settings, such as brightness or contrast. This tool even gives you the option to disable the device completely, which prevents video programs from detecting your webcam. Fixing the problem is only a matter of accessing the software and turning the camera back on.

To navigate to the Toshiba webcam software, open the Windows 7 Start menu and click the "All Programs" button.

Opening the Start Menu

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On The Move

WiFi Remote Access for Windows Phones

Have you ever wished that you could access your phone using your laptop or desktop so you could call, email, message or check data with relative ease? In other words, turn your smallscreen smartphone into a tablet with this improved functionality? Well, if you have this free application downloaded on to your Windows phone, you can!

Get the link here!

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From The Archives

Vera from Joliet, IL asks:

Is there a way to set font style and size as default in Gmail?

Hi Vera, and thanks for the great question. If you don't like the font Gmail uses when you type an email, you will be glad to know you can easily change the default font to something you like better. You can even change the color of the font if you want to.

Open Gmail on your computer and log into your account using your Gmail email address and password.

The "way" is this way!

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Today's Feature

We need your help! Want your questions answered? Have you always wanted to know something tech related, but never asked? Now's your chance! Email Tim at tim@worldstart.com with your questions and be a part of our "I've Always Wanted To Know..." tip segment!

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I've Always Wanted To Know:
Why Would You Choose A Desktop Vs A Laptop Computer?


Answer:
If you've been computer shopping recently there are a few different form factors a computer can come in. There are three main types and we'll go over the pro's and con's of each.

Desktop

  • Pro: Lowest cost for the performance. Most expandability. Easiest and cheapest to service.
  • Con: Large, impracticable to transport, requires separate monitor usually sold separately

Learn more over at WorldStart!

Have you always wanted to know something?

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Amanda's Coolsite

Touch Typing Test

While searching for information on the keyboard I own in a Google Search, the title of this site caught my eye and I clicked it. Two hours later I got back to my original task and knew I had found a site I had to share with you.

Keybr is a touch typing test that will help you improve your typing speed and make fewer errors when your are typing. It is really easy to use too. When you arrive on the site it will be paused, just click the keyboard and then begin typing to start the test. It won't start till you've started typing.

You can change the language of the keyboard to English, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French, and Russian. You can also change the layout of the keyboard to US, US – Dvorak, US – Colemak, and UK. To do so just click either Language/Layout above the keyboard. Beneath that you can click Tutorial to change the style of text you are typing.

The goal is basically to type as quickly as you can without making errors. If you do make errors when you finish a section it will map them on the keyboard so that you can see if there are specific letters that you keep missing. Then you can focus on improving your typing of those letters. The hardest part of it for me is the nonsensical words that my brain tries to fix automatically.

This is a challenging and fun typing test. Check it out today!

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~Amanda

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Glad you asked! First off, this software uses over 170 absolutely fantastic multimedia presentations to show you how all the new features work - in every version of 7! You'll really love how easy these terrific presentations are to follow and watch!

This program uses engaging audio and video to explain exactly how you do something! They cover it all for each topic - there's not a single mouse click left out of the presentation! This won't leave you guessing - it'll leave you knowing EXACTLYwhat to do!

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Brilliant Lesson Progression!

You'll start off with the basics, then move on to more advanced topics as you learn. Of course, you can always skip back and review, but let me tell ya, as good as this software is, you probably won't need to! Plus, if you need a quick fix to a problem, you can skip to any topic at any time!

What's covered? What isn't? This thoroughly covers everything you'll ever want to know about Windows 7! Want a small taste of what you're gonna get on this jam-packed CD?

We're talking: setting up Internet and e-mail, firewalls, online security, updates, networking, customizing your desktop, troubleshooting problems, disk maintenance, backups, getting remote help, printing, adding / removing programs from startup, intros to everything (desktop, explorer, folders, etc), customizing your start menu, getting the best performance, working with files and folders, using the taskbar, a bunch of great desktop tricks, and more!

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Monthly Wallpaper

July Wallpaper!

WOW - It's July already! Time to spruce up your desktop with some new wallpaper! Choose from one of the three featured photos below or one of the 80+ others at the site! (Note the shot of Corkscrew Falls below will have black on both sides when displayed on your monitor, but still looks pretty cool)

As always, all the desktop wallpaper below is 100% free.

Prairie Dog Smooch

Ahh, aren't they cute? We found these two prairie dogs on a hillside in Custer State Park, SD on warm June morning. They were having a great time playing, eating, and in this case, checking each other out.
I knew when I went on this trip that I wanted to get some kind of shot like this. I had actually been trying for... (more)

Coyote Gaze

We spotted this cool coyote one evening in Yellowstone, and since coyotes just happen to be about my favorite animal of all time, well, I had to grab the camera and see about getting a photo.

Now, the tricky part here was the light – we were running out of it – and FAST! I quickly set up the camera and put glass on this guy – but he was blocked by all kinds of brush – arrgh! However, I knew that if I... (more)

Corkscrew Falls

OK, first off, no clue if that's what the actual name of this falls is. In fact, I think it's an unnamed falls, so we're going with Corkscrew. Sound good? Cool At any rate, I had heard about this falls when doing a little Hocking Hills internet research. Getting to it involves pulling off to the side of a little highway, jumping... (more)

It can all be found here:

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Enjoy!

~Steve

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