Windows 7 Keyboard Shortcuts

Windows 7 Shortcuts
Below are some keyboard shortcuts of Windows for Quick access of functionality.

Win+h:  Move current window to full screen
Win+i:  Restore current full screen window to normal size or minimize current window if not full screen
Win+Shift+arrow:  Move current window to alternate screen
Win+D:  Minimize all windows and show the desktop
Win+E:  Launch Explorer with Computer as the focus
Win+F:  Launch a search window
Win+G:  Cycle through gadgets
Win+L:  Lock the desktop
Win+M:  Minimize the current window
Win+R: Open the Run window
Win+T:  Cycle through task bar opening Aero Peek for each running item
Win+U:  Open the Ease of Use center
Win+Space:  Aero Peek the desktop
Ctrl+Win+Tab: Open persistent task selection window, roll mouse over each icon to preview item and minimize others

Windows 7 Tips

Windows 7 Tips  and Tricks
Windows 7 is most anticipated product from Microsoft after flop show of Windows Vista. Windows 7 is much much better version of Windows which has many user friendly functions. Below are some tips which may be useful for you. This is published by TechNet Magazine.

1. Pick Your Edition: Most business users do not need the more expensive Ultimate Edition; stick with Professional unless you specifically need BitLocker.

2. Upgrading?: If you are planning upgrade from older version of Windows to Windowsw 7 then  go for 64-bit. As the second major Windows release to fully support 64-bit, the x64 architecture has definitely arrived on the desktop. Don't buy new 32-bit hardware unless it's a netbook.

3. Use Windows XP Mode: Yes, it's only an embedded Virtual PC with a full copy of WinXP—but it's an embedded Virtual PC with a full copy of Windows XP! This is the first profoundly intelligent use of desktop virtualization we've seen—and a great way to move to Windows 7 without giving up full Windows XP compatibility.

4. Use Windows PowerShell v2: More than just a shell, this is the administration tool you've always wanted: Parallel, distributed processing for administrative tasks! Manage 100 machines literally as easily as you manage one with the new Remoting feature. Windows PowerShell v2 ships for the first time in Windows 7, and within six months will be available for older versions of Windows.

5. Use AppLocker: We've been fans of Software Restriction Policies since Windows XP, and AppLocker finally makes application whitelisting possible. Use it to enhance or even replace your anti-virus software, ensuring that only the software you want to run will run.

6. Shift to and from Explorer and CommandPrompt: The classic Windows power toy Open Command Prompt Here is now an integral part of Windows 7 Explorer. Hold down the shift key then right-click a folder to add this option to the property menu. While you're in a command prompt, if you want to open an Explorer window with the focus of the window on the current directory, enter start.

7. Record Problems: The Problem Steps Recorder (PSR) is a great new feature that helps in troubleshooting a system. At times, Remote Assistance may not be possible. However, if a person types psr in their Instant Search, it will launch the recorder. Now they can perform the actions needed to recreate the problem and each click will record the screen and the step. They can even add comments. Once complete, the PSR compiles the whole thing into an MHTML file and zips it up so that it can be e-mailed for analysis to the network admin (or family problem solver, depending on how it's being used)

8. Make Training Videos: Use a tool like Camtasia to record short, two to three minute video tutorials to help your users find relocated features, operate the new Taskbar and so forth. Get them excited about Windows 7—and prepared for it.

9. Start Thinking About Windows Server 2008 R2: Some of Windows 7's more compelling features, like BranchCache, work in conjunction with the new server OS. The R2 upgrade path is pretty straightforward, so there's little reason not to take advantage of the synergies if you can afford upgrade licenses.

10. Prepare Those XP Machines: There's no in-place upgrade from Windows XP to Windows 7, so start planning to migrate user data now, in advance of a Windows 7 upgrade deployment.

Samsung Vibrant Review

Samsung Vibrant is new phone which attained the attention of many mobile phone lovers. Below are some synapsys of this phone which is given by CNET reviews. I felt it is better repost the summary of the review on this phone.

CNET editor Rating:4 out of 5.
Pros: This phone that is  Samsung Vibrant boasts a brilliant Super AMOLED touch screen and comes preloaded with a number of entertainment goodies, including a full-length copy of "Avatar." The Android-based smartphone also offers 16GB of internal memory, full wireless options, and great call quality.

Cons: The phone feels plasticity and slick. Battery life isn't the greatest. There's no camera flash.

Overall: Sleek and fast, the Samsung Vibrant is one of T-Mobile's top smart phones for entertainment, but its feature set takes a toll on the battery life.

Samsung Vibrant Specifications:

• 3G,EDGE, GPRS, GSM, HSDPA(3g), HSUPA
• GSM 850, 900, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2100MHz
• Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen,  16.000.000 colors with  480 x 800 pixels
• 5 Mega Pixel Camera with Video recording
• 16GB internal memory and expandable upto 32GB
• MicroSD, MicroSDHC memory slot
• 432 hours of Standby time and 6.3 hours talk time.
• Bluetooth v2.1

Sony Vaio EA24FM/W Review

Sony Vaio EA24FM/W Overview
 
Good: Very good Keyboard and touch pad.  Intel wireless display and Blue ray are bundled with very affordable price. It is powered with solid Intel core i3 processor.
Bad: Average Battery life.  Brightness and sound quality is not as expected from Sony.

Overall: Sony Vaio EA24FM/W has eye catching design.  It is comfortable and feature rich product. Combination of Blue-ray and Intel wireless display is make this a great option for multimedia lovers.


 Specifications:
    * Manufacturer:   Sony
    * Part Number:VPCEA24FM/W
General
    * Width:  13.6 in
    * Depth:  9.4 in
    * Height:  1.1 in
    * Weight:  5.2 lbs
    * Color:  Coconut white
Processor
    * Processor Intel Core i3 350M / 2.26 GHz
Cache Memory
    * Type L3 cache
    * Cache size 3 MB
RAM
    * Installed Size 4 GB / 8 GB (max)
    * Technology DDR3 SDRAM

Storage Controller
    * Storage controller type Serial ATA

Storage
    * Floppy Drive None
    * Hard Drive 500 GB
    * Storage Removable None
    * Hard drive type Standard

Optical Storage
    * Type BD-ROM / DVD+/-RW
 
Display
    * Display Type 14.0 in TFT active matrix
    * Max Resolution 1366 x 768
    * Features LED-backlit

Video
    * Graphics Processor / Vendor Intel HD Graphics

Audio
    * Audio output type Sound card

Input Device(s)
    * Input device type Keyboard , Touchpad

Networking
    * Data link protocol Ethernet , Fast Ethernet , Gigabit Ethernet

Expansion / Connectivity
    * Expansion Slots Total (Free) Memory , Memory card reader , ExpressCard/34
    * Interfaces 4 x USB 2.0 - USB 2.0 , 1 x Ethernet - RJ-45 , 1 x HDMI

Miscellaneous
    * Cables Included Power cable ( 1 pcs.)
    * Features 802.11a/b/g/n Wireless LAN , Bluetooth 2.1 , Camera

Battery
    * Technology Lithium ion
    * Installed Qty 1
    * Mfr estimated battery life 3.3 hour(s)

Operating System / Software
    * OS Provided Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium
    * Software Drivers & Utilities , Sony Creativity Suite

ASUS N61JV Review

Asus  N61 series laptop is the first to feature Nvidia’s Optimus technology. This laptop is perfect for the users who love to play games, view HD movies, listening to music and ideal for multimedia enthusiast.  Below is the configuration of this laptop.

Dimensions (WxHxD): 384 x 27 x 265 mm;

Weight: 2.80 kg;

Processor: Intel Core i3 350M, 2.7 GHz;

Memory: 4 GB DDR3;

 Hard disk: 500 GB;

 Screen size: 16-inch;

Connectivity: Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi N and Bluetooth

Website:www.asus.com

Contact: Asus Technology

Phone:022- 67668800

EMAIL: media_india@asus.com

Price of ASUS N61JV is 50000Rs.

Pros:Stunning performance,excellent feature set.

Cons: Tends to heat up a bit under heavy load.

Micromax Q7 review

Micromax Q7

Micromax Q7

Micromax Q7 is a continuation of EZPAD series of Micromax. After recieving very good user feedbacks, micromax released this version of phone adding new features like WIFI.

The major advantage of this phone is WIFI. For price band of around 4800 Indian rupees it is a good option.

Below are the specifications of this phone.
Number of SIM:It is dual sim phone.
Form Factor:     Bar Style
Band  :   EDGE/GSM 900/1800MHz
Weight :    100g
Dimensions:     110mmx59mmx10.7mm
Color Options:     black/silver
Display :    262K Color QVGA Screen
Camera :    2.0 MP
Music:     Multi Format Music PlayerMusic Player (MP3 / AMR / MIDI / WAV)
Video Player:     Yes(AVI/3GP/MP4)
Phonebook Memory:     1000
SMS Memory     1000
Internal Memory     78MB
Expandable Memory     MIcroSD (upto 4GB)
Battery Type     Li-ion 800mAh
Talk Time     Up to 4.5 hours
Standby Time     Up to 6 days
Messaging:     Email,SMS /MMS/EMS
Connectivity     EGPRS/WAP/MMS,Bluetooth(A2DP),WiFi
FM Radio: Yes, Sterio
Hands free: Yes.3.5 mm Jack
OS:Java
Preinstalled browser: Yes. Opera mini.
Chat client: Nimbuzz

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Samsung B5310 CorbyPro review

Samsung B5310 CorbyPro Overview:

Sumsung released new multimedia mobile phone which is extension of features earlier Corby series. It has Touchwiz user interface with 2.8 inch 16million color supported QVGA touch screen display. The screen has 240*320 screen resolution. This phone is also equipped with integrated GPS receiver with A-GPS support.

Pros:

• It has very user friendly interface with very good touch response.
• Build quality is good and very well designed.
• The QWERTY sliding keyboard is very attractive.

Cons:

• Loud speaker quality is not upto the mark.
• Unsatisfactory camera image quality.
• Screen resolution could have been bit more.
• Overall quite bulky.

Samsung B5310 CorbyPro Specifications:

• 3G/HSDPA 900/2100 MHz
• Quad Band GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
• GPRS/EDGE/WAP
• 2.8″ inch QVGA Touch Screen Display
• 3 Megapixel camera with Video Recording
• 100 MB internal memory
• Micro SD card slot (up to 8GB)
• Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
• A-GPS
• Stereo FM Radio
• Bluetooth v2.1
• 960 mAh battery
• Weight: 135gm

Price of Samsung B5310 CorbyPro in India is 13900/ Indian Rupees.