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Antivirus	Mike's Laptop	Peripherals	Tablets
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Lenovo	MS Office	Software	Windows 10
Micro Center	Outlook Express	Software Migration	XP Software

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Antivirus

Top 10 Incredibly Useful Windows Programs to Have on Hand @ lifehacker.com (10/16)
Anti-Virus Software
- Is Windows Defender Good Enough? (10/16)
Anti-Malware & Anti-Exploit
- Malwarebytes Anti-Exploit (10/16)
  - Use an Anti-Exploit Program to Protect Your PC from Zero-Day Attacks @ howtogeek.com (10/16)
  - Buy Anti-Exploit v 1.08.1.2572 -- released on Aug 4, 2016 (10/16)
  - Free Anti-Exploit v1.08.1.2572 -- released on Aug 4, 2016 @ download.cnet.com (10/16)
  - Malwarebytes Anti-Exploit Users Guide for v1.03 @ forums.malwarebytes.org (10/16)
    - mbae.zip (10/16)
    - Rename the downloaded file to "mbae.zip"
    - Extract the .CHM file
    - Double-click the .CHM file to view it
  - How to Verify that MBAE is Working Correctly (10/16)
    - mbae-test.zip (10/16)
    - Process Explorer v16.12 @ technet.microsoft.com (10/16)
  - How to Protect Additional Applications (10/16)
  - Malwarebytes Anti-Exploit Premium, Worth It? (10/16)
  - Anti-Exploit Not Opening (Windows 10) -- Easy Fix (8/4/2016) (10/16)
- Malwarebytes Anti-Malware (10/16)
  - User Guide, Version 2.2.1 (10/16)
Sandbox
- Best Free Sandbox Applications for Windows (10/16)
- BitBox (10/16)
  - Does not support Windows 10
- BufferZone Free (10/16)
- Comodo (10/16)
- GesWall (10/16)
  - Download Page (10/16)
  - Does not support Windows 10
- Google Chrome Sandbox
  - Google Chrome & Security: Sandboxing @ youtube.com (10/16)
- Sandboxie.com (10/16)
  - Getting Started (10/16)
  - External Tutorials (10/16)
  - Run Apps in Sandboxie to Keep Your System Clean and Secure (10/16)
  - Known Conflicts (10/16)
    - Edge Browser and Metro apps will not work in Sandboxie V5+
    - You must use Sandboxie V5+ with Windows 10
    - MS Office 2010 will run with Sandboxie
    - HP Universal Print Driver
    - Plugins that use NPAPI (Silverlight, Java, and Unity) won't work
- Shade Sandbox (10/16)
  - Shade User Manual Version 1.4 (PDF) (10/16)
  - FAQ & Support (10/16)
  - Shade Sandbox @ Dave's Computer Tips (10/16)
    - Dave used a Win10 system
    - Firefox and Chrome worked perfectly; IE had some problems
  - Comodo, Sandboxie, and Shade vs an Exploit @ youtube.com (10/16)
  - How to Protect Windows 10 PC using Shade Sandbox @ guidingtech.com (10/16)
- Shadow Defender (10/16)
  - Alternatives to Shadow Defender (10/16)
- TimeFreeze (10/16)

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Dell

Dell Studio XPS 7100 Review (my old desktop) (09/16)
- Model: Studio XPS 7100 Carbide Silver
- ISBN: SX7100-2510CSC
- Motherboard Chipset: AMD RS785/SB710 Chipset
- Processor: AMD Phenom II X6 Processor 1035T
- Memory: 6GB DDR3 1333MHz SDRAM (4 DIMMs)
- Graphics: ATI Radeon HD 5450 with 1GB Video Memory
- Storage: Seagate 1.0TB 7200RPM Serial ATA Hard Drive
- Multimedia Drive: 16x DVD+RW with Double Layer Write Capability
- Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium x64
- Wireless: Dell 1525N Wireless-N PCI-E Mini-Card
- Wired Internet: 10/100/1000 Ethernet
- Ports: 8 USB 2.0, eSATA, HDMI, DVI, Headphone and Mic, 19-in-1 Media Reader
- Sound: High Definition Audio Chipset
- Sound Output Mode: 7.1 Channel HD Audio
- Power Supply: Delta Electronics 460W
- Weight: 22.4 pounds
- Keyboard / Mouse: Dell Kiki Keyboard, Dell Optical USB Mouse
- Dimensions: 7.31" x 17.9" x 16.02" (WxDxH)
- ATI Radeon HD 5450 Specs @ cnet.com (10/16)
  - Three Interfaces:
    - VGA: 2048 x 1536
    - DVI-I (dual link): 2560 x 1600
    - HDMI: 1920 x 1200 (board purchased in 2010)

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Lenovo Ideapad U330

Lenovo Ideapad U330
- Pentium Dual-Core CPU T4200 @ 2.00 GHz
- 2.93 GB of RAM; physical address extension
- Microsoft Windows XP Professional Version 2002, Service Pack 3
Lenovo IdeaPad U330 Specs (04/11)
Lenovo.com (06/10)
- Customer Support: 1-877-4LENOVO (1-877-453-6686)
- Consumer Support (04/11)
- IdeadPad U330 Support (04/11)
- Lenovo 90W AC Adapter (45J7717; $39.99) (04/11)
- Download Latest Drivers and Patches for a Particular Product (07/10)
- How To Find the Serial Number (04/11)
- Smart Downloading (drivers for Windows XP, Vista, and Windows 7) (04/11)
- Downgrading from Windows Vista and Windows 7 to Windows XP (04/11)
One Key Recovery
- One Key Recovery @ lenovos10affair.blogspot.com (04/11)
  - Click the "?" on the screen to access Help

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Micro Center

Micro Center (Richardson) (07/10)
- Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00->9:00; Sun 11:00->6:00
- Phone: (972) 664-8500
Computers
- Acer
  - Acer Aspire ATC-710-UR61 i5-6400 2.7GHz 8GB 2TB 5,400 RPM Win10 Home ($399.99) (09/16)
  - Acer Aspire ATC-710-UR62; Intel core i5-6400 2.7GHz, Win10 Home, 16GB RAM, 2TB 5,400RPM Hard Drive ($499.99) (09/16)
    - Core i5 6400 (2.7GHz); Quad-Cord
    - 6MB Smart Cache
    - 16GB RAM
    - 2TB 5,400 RPM hard drive
    - 96GB solid state drive
    - SuperMulti DVDRW
    - Intel HD Graphics 530 (shared video memory)
    - LAN 10/100/1000Mbps
    - WLAN, Bluetooth, wireless
    - Memory Card Reader
    - Front Panel: USB 3.1 x 2, 1 x headphone, 1 x microphone
    - Back Panel: USB 2.0 x 2, USB 3.1 x 2, HDMI x 2, LAN RJ-45 x 1, Audio x 3
- Dell
  - Dell XPS 8900 i7-6700 3.4GHz, 16GB, 2TB 7,200 RPM Hard Drive, Win10 Home ($859.99) (09/16)
    - 16GB DDR4-2133 RAM (2 x 8GB; 4 slots total; 2 slots available)
  - Dell XPS 8900 i7-6700 3.4GHz, 16GB, 2TB 7,200 PRM Hard Drive, Win7 Pro ($899.99) (09/16)
  - Dell XPS 8900 i7-6700 3.4GHz, 8GB, 1TB 7,200RPM Hard Drive, Win7 ($759.99) (09/16)
  - Dell XPS 8900 i7-6700, 3.4GHz, 8GB, 1TB 7,200RPM Hard Drive, Win10 ($699.99) (09/16)
    - 8GB DDR4-2133 RAM (2 x 4GB; 4 slots total; 2 slots available)
    - Kingston HyperX Fury Black 8GB DDR4-2133 PC4-17000 CL14 Dual Channel Desktop Memory Module ($38.99) (09/16)
  - Dell Inspiron 3650, i5-6400, 2.7GHz, 8GB, 1TB 7,200RPM Hard Drive, Win10 ($499.99) (09/16)
    - 8GB DDR3L-1600 1 x 8GB (2 slots total; 1 slot available)
    - Crucial 16GB 2 x 8GB DDR3L-1600 Desktop Memory Kit ($69.99) (09/16)
  - Dell Inspiron 3650, Win7 Pro ($579.99) (09/16)

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Mike's Laptop

HP 250 G4 15.6" Laptop Intel Core i3-5005U 2.0 GHz; 4GB; 1 TB 5,400 Hard Drive@ microcenter.com ($299.99) (06/16)
Add-ons
- One-year extension protection plan -- $39.99
- Service plan ??
- ESET NOD32 Antivirus 2016 -- 1 device, 3 years (PC) OEM $79.99
- Malware Bytes Anti-Malware Home (Premium for PC; $19.99) (06/16)
- 8GB RAM
Acer 24" 1080p Full HD Widescreen LED Display - CB241H ($149.99) (06/16)
- Screen: 11.75" high x 21" wide (overall height listed as 15"; screen is 4" off table)
- Screen Coating: Anti-Glare 3H
- Aspect ratio: 16:9
- VGA, DVI, and HDMI connectors
- Speakers: 2-watt x 2
- Stand Adjustment: height, pivot, tilt, and swivel

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Monitors

HDMI Specs
- HDMI 1.2: up to 1080p
- HDMI 1.3: up to 1600p
- HDMI 2.0 or DisplayPort 1.2: up to 4K
Sizes of LED monitors (16:9; 1920 x 1080)
- 19 inch: 16" wide x 9.5" tall
- 23(?) inch: 20.5" wide x 11.5" tall
- 24 inch: 21" wide x 12" tall
- 27 inch: 24" wide x 13.5" tall
Sizes of Widescreen LED monitors (21:9; 2560 x 1080)
- 29 inch: 27.6" wide x 12.9" tall
Dell 1704FPV Monitor
- Dell 1704FPT Specs
  - 17-inch TFT LCD (13.3" w x 10.6" h)
  - Antiglare with hard-coating 3H
  - Response Time: 12 ms typical
  - Optimal preset resolution: 1280 x 1024 at 60/75 Hz
  - Connector type: 15-pin D-subminiature, blue connector; DVI-D, white connector
  - Is a plug-and-play monitor
- Two monitors gives me a "screen" that is ~27" wide x 10.5" tall (2560 X 1024)
Monitors at Microcenter
- Acer Monitors
  - Acer CB241H 24" 1080p Full HD Widescreen LED Display - CB241H ($149.99) (06/16)
    - Mike's monitor
    - Screen: 11.75" high x 21" wide (overall height listed as 15"; screen is 4" off table)
    - Screen Coating: Anti-Glare 3H
    - Aspect ratio: 16:9
    - VGA, DVI, and HDMI connectors
    - Speakers: 2-watt x 2
    - Stand Adjustment: height, pivot, tilt, and swivel
    - LED Backlight
    - Refresh Rate: 60Hz
    - Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 100,000,000:1
    - Response Time: 1 ms
  - Acer K272HL 27" Edge VA LED Widescreen Display Monitor ($159.99) (09/16)
    - LED Backlight
    - Refresh Rate: 60HZ
    - Screen Coating: Anti-Glare
    - Aspect Ratio: 16:9
    - Maximum Resolution: 1920 x 1080
    - Response Time: 4 ms
    - Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 100,000,000:1
    - Stand Adjustment: tilt
    - VGA: 1, HDMI: 1, DVI: 1
    - Width: 24.17", height: 17.75"
  - Acer B296CL 29" Widescreen LCD Monitor ($249.99) (09/16)
    - Refresh Rate: 60Hz
    - Screen Coating: Anti-Glare
    - Aspect Ratio: 21:9 IPS
    - Maximum Resolution: 2560 x 1080
    - Response Time: 8 ms
    - Dymanic Contrast Ratio: 100,000,000:1
    - Stand Adjustment: (height), pivot, tilt, swivel
    - Speakers: 2-watt x 2
    - HDMI: 2, DVI: 1, DisplayPort: 2
    - Monitor with ErgoStand @ amazon.com ($349.00) (09/16)
    - Review @ youtube.com (2014) (09/16)
      - Shortcut: Windows Key + left arrow to auto-half your window
    - Another Review @ youtube.com (2014) (09/16)
      - On Windows, you can use the HDMI port
      - On Mac, use DisplayPort to utilize the native resolution of the monitor (2014)
    - Review of Acer B296CL @ pcmag.com (2013) (09/16)
    - Acer B296CL for Business @ pcworld.idg.com.au (09/16)
    - Should I Buy an Ultrawide Monitor (2016) @ youtube.com (09/16)
    - This is like two 17-inch monitors side by side
- Dell Monitors
  - Dell P2714H 27" Full HD IPS LCD Monitor ($299.97) (09/16)
    - LED Backlight
    - Refresh Rate: 60HZ
    - Screen Coating: Anti-Glare
    - Aspect Ratio: 16:9 IPS
    - Response Time: 8 ms
    - Has 4 USB 2.0 ports
    - Dymanic Contrast Ratio: 2,000.000:1
    - Stand Adjustment: height, pivot, tilt, swivel
    - VGA: 1, DVI: 1, DisplayPort: 1, USB 2.0: 4
- LG Monitors
  - LG 22MP48HQ-P 22" Full-HD IPS LED Monitor ($99.99) (09/16)
    - LED Backlight; Flicker-Free
    - Refresh Rate: 75Hz
    - Response Time: 5 ms
    - Anti-Glare 3H
    - Aspect Ratio: 16:9
    - Resolution: 1920 x 1080
    - HDMI: 1: VGA: 1
    - 20" wide x 15.8" high (21.5" viewable size)
  - LG 25UM58-P 25: UltraWide Full-HD IPS 21:9 Monitor ($179.99) (09/16)
    - NOT BIG ENOUGH FOR AN ULTRAWIDE
    - LED Backlight
    - Refresh Rate: 75Hz
    - Aspect Ratio: 21:9 IPS
    - Maximum Resolution: 2560 x 1080
    - Response Time: 5 ms
    - HDMI: 2
  - LG 29UM68-P 29" UltraWide Full-HD IPS 21:9 Monitor ($349.99) (09/16)
    - LED Backlight
    - Refresh Rate: 75Hz
    - Aspect Ratio: 21:9 IPS
    - Maximum Resolution: 2560 x 1080
    - Response Time: 5 ms
    - Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 5,000,000:1
    - Stand Adjustment: tilt
    - 27.7" wide x 16.3" high
    - Built-in speakers: 5-watt x 2
    - HDMI: 2, DisplayPort: 1
  - LG 34UM58-P 34" Full-HD IPS 21:9 LED Monitor ($399.99) (09/16)
    - LED Backlight; Flicker-Free
    - Refresh Rate: 75Hz
    - Aspect Ratio: 21:9 IPS
    - Maximum Resolution: 2560 x 1080
    - Response Time: 5 ms
    - Stand Adjustment: Tilt
    - HDMI: 2

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MS Office

MS Office 2003
- Sources
  - Office 2003 Pro @ legacysoftdeals.com ($59.00) (06/10)
  - Office 2003 Standard Edition @ buy.com ($83.94; retail package) (07/10)
  - Office 2003 Basic Edition with SP 1 - License & Media S5500481 ($69.99; OEM) (07/10)
  - Office 2003 Basic OEM @ viosoftware.com ($118.99) (06/10)
  - Office 2003 @ softwareking.com (high prices) (06/10)
  - Office 2003 Pro @ ufctech.com ($69.99; hologram CD and COA) (06/10)
  - Office 2003 Basic @ trinitysoftwaredistribution.com ($119.00) (06/10)
  - Download only
- Installation
  - How to Install or Repair and Reinstall Office 2003 @ microsoft.com (07/10)
  - How to Install Office 2003 @ smartcomputing.com (07/10)
- Downloads
  - Office 2003 Service Pack 3 @ microsoft.com (07/10)
  - MS Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint File Formats (07/10)
- Office 2003 on a 64-bit Windows 7 machine
  - Office 2003 is compatible with Windows 7
  - Problems installing Office 2003 on Windows 7 64-bit Computer (07/10)
  - Installing Office 2003 on Windows 7 64-bit (07/10)
  - Windows 7 64-bit and MS Office 2003 Standard (Student) Edition (07/10)
  - Windows 7 Compatibility Center (07/10)
  - Installing, Upgrading, and Activating Microsoft Office Products (07/10)
  - Office 2003 Won't Run Properly on Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit (07/10)
  - Office 2003 Installs but EULA Box Appears Every Time I Open an Office Applications (07/10)
MS Office 2007
- Microsoft Knowledge Base
MS Office 2010
- Microsoft Office 2010 Review (07/10)
- Activate or Register Programs
  - Activate or Register Programs in MS Office 2003 (07/10)
  - Activation and Registration of a Microsoft Product (KB 326851) (07/10)
    - Office activation (US only) (888) 652-2342
    - Windows activation (888) 571-2048
  - Description of Microsoft Product Activation (KB 302806) (07/10)
- Enter your Office 2010 Product Information to download the software (06/16)
- A look at running older versions of Microsoft Office on Windows 10 (06/16)
- Microsoft Office 2010 & Windows 10 (problems) (06/16)
- How to Make Older Desktop Apps Run Again on Windows 10 (09/16)
- How to Make Old Programs Work on Windows 10 @ howtogeek.com (09/16)

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Outlook Express

Windows Live Mail
- Windows Live Essentials @ microsoft.com (09/16)
- Use custom install to select only Live Mail
- Adding RSS Feeds
  - On the "Home" tab, select the "Feeds" item with the RSS icon located beneath the
    "Contact" item in the bottom left corner of your Windows Live Mail screen.
  - Click on the RSS Feed icon in the upper left corner of your Live Mail screen.
  - When the "Add RSS Feed" dialog appears, type in the URL for the RSS feed you
    wish to follow.
  - Once you close the "Add RSS Feed" dialog, Live Mail will automatically download
    every announcement in that feed.
  - If you don't want to keep feeds prior to a particular date
    - Click on the first one you wish to delete
    - Press Ctrl+End to select every message PRIOR to it
    - Then press the Delete key.
    - Now, all you will have left are those messages AFTER the date you desire.
OE Classic - Replacement for Outlook Express (09/16)
- Quickstart (09/16)
- Import Wizard (09/16)
- Main Menu (09/16)
- Popup/Context Menus (09/16)
Mozilla Thunderbird (free) (09/16)
- Cross-platform email client that includes a news reader and a chat module
- Emails in Local Folders are Saved on My Computer (09/16)
- What Are Local Folders? (09/16)
RSS Feed Readers
- Using the Newshosting Client (video) (09/16)
- Best Windows 10 RSS Readers (09/16)
- QuiteRSS (portable Windows) (09/16)
- RSS Feed Reader for Chrome (09/16)
- RSS Owl (uses Java runtime) (09/16)

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Peripherals

D-Link DI-624 2.4 GHz Wireless Rounter (07/10)
- Product is End of Life as of August 1, 2007
- Latest product is WBR-2310 Rangebooster G Router (07/10)
External Hard Drive (Microcenter)
- WD My Book 2TB SuperSpeed USB 3.0 External Hard Drive ($99.99) (09/16)
  - Person uses SyncToy
  - Acronis True Image 2013 is included
  - Works with Windows Backup (which has a 2TB limit)
- WD My Book 3TB SuperSpeed USB 3.0 External Hard Drive ($119.99) (09/16)
  - Had some setup problems with Windows 10 not seeing the new drive, but they were resolved with device manager.
  - Update Drivers in Windows 10 (09/16)
- WD My Book 4TB SuperSpeed USB 3.0 External Hard Drive ($129.99) (09/16)
- WD Elements 4TB 5,400 RPM SuperSpeed 3.0 USB External Desktop Storage ($134.99) (09/16)
  - Free trial of WD SmartWare Pro automatic backup software
Headphones
- Sony MDRRF985RK Wireless RF Headphone @ amazon.com ($108.00) (10/16)
- Sony 426519601 Earpad @ fullcompass.com ($11.19) (10/16)
Printers
- HP Photosmart 6520
  - HP Photosmart 6520 e-All-in-One Printer @ support.hp.com (09/16)
    - Software and Drivers, Version 28.8 (09/16)
    - Drivers have been updated for Windows 10

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Pinball Games

Logitech F310 Gaming Pad
- Logitech F310 Gaming Pad @ walmart.com ($19.98) (11/16)
  - Free pickup "today" at Marsh Lane and at West Plano
- Logitech F310 Gaming Pad @ officedepot.com ($26.99) (11/16)
- Logitech F310 @ support.logitech.com (11/16)
  - USB 1.1, Full Speed
  - Input mode: Xinput or Directinput
  - Create a Profile for my Gamepad F310 in the Logitech Gaming Software (11/16)
  - Profiles can only be created if the Input Mode is set to "D"
  - F310 and Firmware Emulation @ support.logitech.com (11/16)
    - When the mode switch on the bottom of the Gamepad F310 is set to (D),
      the gamepad will report itself to the operating system as a Dual Action gamepad.
      This is a feature of the F310 gamepad that enables it to function better with
      older games.
  - Getting Started with Gamepad F310 (PDF) @ logitech.com (11/16)
  - Logitech Gaming Software Manual (PDF) @ logitech.com (11/16)
- Logitech Gamepad F310 error "Failed to Install Drivers" @ answers.microsoft.com (11/16)
- Logitech F310 Gamepad Unboxing @ youtube.com (11/16)
- Logitech F310 User Review @ youtube.com (11/16)
- How to Set Up Your Logitech F310 Gamepad #1 @ youtube.com (11/16)
- How to Set Up Your Logitech F310 Gamepad #2 @ youtube.com (11/16)
- How to Set Up Your Logitech F310 Gamepad #3 @ youtube.com (11/16)
- How to Set Up Your Logitech F310 Gamepad #4 @ youtube.com (11/16)
- How to Set Up Your Logitech F310 Gamepad #5 @ youtube.com (11/16)
- Note: If the controller isn't working properly with a particular game, go into
  Options -> Global Profiler Settings, check "Apply Persistant Profile",
  select the game you're playing from the drop-down box and click OK. Also
  check the box "Switch selected device to ID 1".
- Button Numbers for Logitech Dual Action Gamepad (11/16)
Keysticks
- Keysticks.net (11/16)
Pinnacle Game Profiler
- Pinnacle Game Profiler (11/16)
Xpadder
- Xpadder.com (11/16)
- Xpadder Help and Walkthroughs (11/16)
- Assignments work in Windows but not in the game (11/16)
  - UAC-issue -- game is running with administrator privilges and Xpadder is not
  - Anti-Cheat Protection
- Xpadder Forum (11/16)
- Tutorial -- How to Configure Gamepad Using Xpadder (11/16)
- Xpadder Tutorial @ youtube.com (11/16)
- Xpadder Tutorial -- Setup @ youtube.com (11/16)
- Xpadder Tutorial -- Making a Basic Profile @ youtube.com (11/16)
- Xpadder Profiles by ExistentialEgg (11/16)
- Xpadder Tutorial -- Defining Buttons @ youtube.com (11/16)
- Using Xpadder with Frets on Fire (11/16)
List of Pinball games at old-games.com
- You can download a maximum of two free files a day (low download speed)
- You can use Paypal to purchase unlimited download access:
  - 1 day for $5.95
  - 30 days for $8.95
- An "Easy Setup" will work on modern Windows (10/8/7/Vista/XP, 64-/32-bit)
- 3-D Ultra Pinball 1 - 1995 (11.2 MB) (10/16)
- 3-D Ultra Pinball 2: Creep Night - 1996 (485 MB - for easy setup) (10/16)
- 3-D Ultra Pinball 3: The Lost Continent - 1997 (270 MB) (10/16)
- 3-D Utra Pinball 6: Thrill Ride - 2000 (99.7 MB) (10/16)
- Absolute Pinball - 1996 (122 MB for easy setup) (10/16)
- Addiction Pinball (574 MB) (10/16)
- Balls of Steel (507 MB) (10/16)
- Electronic Pinball - 1997 (87.8 MB for easy download) (10/16)
- Epic Pinball #1 - 1993 (Pack 1, 2, and 3) (6.75 MB for easy setup) (10/16)
- Extreme Pinball #2 - 1995 (10.0 MB for easy setup) (10/16)
- Full Tilt Pinball (47.5 MB for easy setup) (10/16)
- MS Return of Arcade #2 - 1996 (3.93 MB for easy setup) (10/16)
- MS Revenge of Arcade #3 - 1998 (2.03 MB for easy setup) (10/16)
- MS Pinball Arcade - 1998 (32.3 MB) (10/16)
- Pinball Dreams #1 - 1993 (2.06 MB for easy setup) (10/16)
- Pinball Fantasies #2 - 1994 (2.46 MB for easy setup) (10/16)
- Pinball Illusions #3 - 1995 (429 MB for easy setup) (10/16)
- Pinball World #3a - 1995 (164 MB for easy setup) (10/16)
- Pinball Mania #4 - 1995 - not as good (2.28 MB for easy setup) (10/16)
- Pinball Prelude - 1996 (32.2 MB for easy setup) (10/16)
- Pro Pinball: The Web - 1995 (238 MB for easy setup) (10/16)
- Psycho Pinball - 1995 (25.5 MB for easy setup) (10/16)
- Pure Pinball - 2003 (245 MB for easy setup) (10/16)
- Silverball - 1993 (almost a copy of Epic Pinball; 2.42 MB for easy setup) (10/16)
- Silverball Plus 2 - 1994 (almost a copy of Epic Pinball) (10/16)
- Slam Tilt - 1996 (10/16)
- Ultimate Pinball - 1996 (5.66 MB for easy setup) (10/16)
- Pinball Construction Set - 1985 (1.38 MB for easy setup) (10/16)
Pinball games @ oldgamesfinder.com (10/16)
Balls of Steel (Pinball Wizards)
- Balls of Steel @ legacy.3drealms.com (10/16)
  - Downloads (10/16)
    - Balls of Steel Demo v1.3 (10/16)
  - Balls of Steel Problems @ forums.3drealms.com (11/16)
  - Devil's Island Pinball @ wildfire.com.au (a "sixth table" that is not in the original) (10/16)
    - Devil's Island Pinball @ theisozone.com (10/16)
    - Wildfire Studios Pinball Collection @ mediafire.com (10/16)
    - Devil's Island Pinball @ legendsworld.net (10/16)
    - Devil's Island Fixes @ theisozone.com (10/16)
    - Devil's Island Addon @ gog.com (10/16)
      - Expert Software released this via CDROM
      - The Expert Software CD-ROM version of Devil's Island Pinball installs Version 1.00,
        and there is a Version 1.1 update (devils_110.exe, 376289 bytes) which can be applied to
        both the CD-ROM version and Wildfire's download version. After applying the patch,
        the main menu still shows Version 1.0, but the game screen shows Version 1.1 when you
        begin to play a the table. Supported Resolutions are 640x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1280x1024
        and 1600x1200 for 4MB or higher display cards. Cards with less memory have more limited
        options. Table view has three options: Auto, Scrolling and Single screen.
      - You CAN use GOG's BOS launcher to get it running with no graphics issues
        
        Place launcher.exe + bosloader.dll inside the Devil's Island folder
        Rename devils.exe to bos.exe
        Run launcher.exe and two windows will open, an empty launcher window and
        devil's island menu
  - There are more tables based on the same engine:
    - Devil's Island Pinball
    - Kiss Pinball (PC)
    - Dirt Track Racing Pinball (PC)
    - Austin Powers Pinball (PC)
    - Ultimate Pinball Gold (PC)
    - Patches to be downloaded for this software @ vogons.org (10/16)
  - Balls of Steel, etc Patches @ adoxa.altervista.org (10/16)
- Balls of Steel Review @ youtube.com (10/16)
- Balls of Steel @ classicdosgames.com (cheats and patches) (10/16)
- Balls of Steel @ old-games.com (507 MB) (10/16)
- Balls of Steel on Windows 7 @ youtube.com (10/16)
- Balls of Steel loader @ ronwarez.com (10/16)
- Balls of Steel Full Download @ firedrop.com (11/16)
  - A tiny loader hooks the game's DirectDraw calls and redirects them to newer
    and more compatible methods, like Direct3D
  - The loader also allows for playing the game in a resizable desktop window,
    provides a nice bilinear filtering, and disables all the odd display resolution
    changes that would usually mess up all the desktop icons
  - Installation Notes
    - You'll need at least DirectX 7+ installed
    - Install Balls of Steel (either shareware or registered version), and patch it
      with the latest 1.3 patch
    - Unzip the package into the Balls of Steel program folder
      (usually "C:\Program Files\Pinball Wizards\Balls of Steel")
    - Launch bosloader.exe
    - You can access the rendering options using the dropdown menu.
    - You can then switch between a Direct3D rendering (default)
      and a DirectDraw based one.
    - Use the DirectDraw renderer on slower machines or computers with a
      graphic card that does not support 3D rendering.
    - Use the [F] key or Alt+Enter to switch the game to fullscreen
Classic 3D Pinball Space Cadet Game @ groovypost.com (10/16)
- Download the 3d_pinball_for_windows_space_cadet.exe executable file
- Double-click the WinRAR file, and click [Run]
- Install it in the default location, so that it shows up in "Games"
  (like it did in the legacy versions of Windows)
- 3D Pinball Space Cadet works on both 32- and 64-bit versions of Vista,
  Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10
- Details of Pinball Space Cadet @ majorgeeks.com (10/16)
  - The default controls are:
    - Left Flipper: [z]
    - Right Flipper: [/]
    - Left table bump: [x]
    - Right table bump: [>]
    - Plunger: [spacebar]
Future Pinball
- Future Pinball @ gametop.com (10/16)
- Future Pinball @ overclock.net (11/16)
- Blindmankind.tecnopinball.org (11/16)
- IRPinball.org (lots of Future Pinball tables) (11/16)
- PinSinDB.org (hundreds of pinball games) (11/16)
- The Misaligned Cow: Pinball Tables for your PC (11/16)
- Xenon for Future Pinball (11/16)
- Future Pinball - 12 Top Tables @ youtube.com (11/16)
- Future Pinball - 15 Great Tables @ youtube.com (11/16)
- Future Pinball @ vpforums.org (11/16)
- HyperPin Media Packs @ vpforums.org (11/16)
GoPinball.com (10/16)
Misc Games & Information
- Janitogan Wiki @ github.com (11/16)
- 3D Ultra Pinball Series @ github.com (11/16)
- 3D Ultra Pinball: Creep Night @ classicgamefixes.wixsite.com (11/16)
- 3D Ultra Pinball @ gamesnostalgia.com (11/16)
- 3D Ultra Series Updates @ sierrahelp.com (11/16)
- Classic-gaming.net (11/16)
- Full Tilt Pinball 2 Demo @ archive.org (11/16)
- Full Tilt Pinball 2 @ coreduo.me.uk (11/16)
- Full Tilt Pinball 2 @ fileplanet.com (11/16)
- Full Tilt Pinball 2 @ legendsworld.net (11/16)
- Legendsworld.net (11/16)
- Microsoft Pinball Arcade @ winworldpc.com (11/16)
- New Sierra Installers @ sierrahelp.com (11/16)
- Pinball @ oldgamesfinder.com (11/16)
- Revolt 1.2 Home Page (11/16)
Universal Resolution Changer
- Racer_S Hacks @ wsgf.org (10/16)
  - Racer_S wrote a hack for "Just Cause" which works with other programs
  - Racer_s has a website called ToCA EDIT
  - You can find Universal Resolution Changer v2 at his website

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Software, Utilities

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Software Migration (to Windows 10)

General Information
- 10 very old apps that still (somehow) work on Windows 10 (10/16)
- PC Gaming Wiki (10/16)
Calculator (old Win7 version)
- Get Old Win7-like Calculator in Windows 10 (10/16)
- Directions
  - Step 1: Download the Calculator zip file
  - Step 2: Extract the installer in the zip file
  - Step 3: Double-click on the installer, select your language, and follow the simple instructions
  - The Calculator will be found in "Windows Accessories" in the left side of the Menu
  - You can pin the Calculator to your Start Menu (right side)
- Winaero.com webpage which contains the download link (10/16)
- Local copy: oldcalcwin10_[winaero.com]_1019.zip
Cool Reader v3.0.54-27
- Cool Reader is a very simple reader for epubs without DRM.
- I installed the program on an XP machine, and copied all the files to a Windows 10 machine.
- The Cool Reader v3.0.54-27.rar file contains the folder.
- Open the RAR file, and place the folder anywhere you wish.
Ebook Tidy
- Ebook Tidy is a tiny little editor that performs VERY useful edits.
- Once again, I have placed all the necessary files in the Ebook Tidy.rar file.
- Open the RAR file, extract the folder, and place it anywhere you wish.
- You will need to use Help Explorer Viewer (discussed below) to view the Help files.
Games
- Classic Games
  - Classic 3D Pinball Space Cadet Game @ groovypost.com (10/16)
    - Download the 3d_pinball_for_windows_space_cadet.exe executable file
    - Double-click the WinRAR file, and click [Run]
    - Install it in the default location, so that it shows up in "Games"
      (like it did in the legacy versions of Windows)
    - 3D Pinball Space Cadet works on both 32- and 64-bit versions of Vista,
      Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10
- Windows 7 Games
  - Windows 7 Games for Windows 10 Anniversary Update and Above @ winaero.com (10/16)
  - Get Windows 7 Games for Windows 10 @ winaero.com (10/16)
    - Download the ZIP file
    - Open the ZIP file, and extract the files
    - Run the installer, and select your desired games
    - Local mirror: Win7Games4Win10_8_81_v2_[winaero.com]_1717.zip (10/16)
- XP Games
  - I have collected some of the old XP games (and their related Help files).
  - The Help files for the games themselves run correctly on Windows 10.
  - You can download the RAR file at XP Games.rar
  - Open the RAR file, extract the folders, and place them anywhere you like.
  - Spider Solitaire XP for Windows 7, 8, and 10 (32- or 64-bit) (10/16)
Paint Shop Pro
- Paint Shop Pro was a very useful program for generating and editing graphics.
- Two popular versions were version 4.12 and version 7.00.
  - Paint Shop Pro 4.12 @ oldversion.com (10/16)
  - Paint Shop Pro 7.00 @ oldversion.com (10/16)
- I obtained the software, and installed it on my XP machine.
- Then I copied the program folder to my Windows 10 machine.
- I placed the program folder anywhere I wished.
- The program runs correctly (with one little "comment"):
  - Failed to update the system registry. Please try using REGEDIT.
- Just click OK, and continue.
- Then select "Start Paint Shop Pro", and the program is running.
- You will need to use Help Explorer Viewer (discussed below) to view the Help file (Psp.hlp).
- Paint Shop Pro 7.00 also includes animation software; therefore you will see the little "comment" twice.
- Here are the two RAR files:
  - Paint Shop Pro 4.rar
  - Paint Shop Pro 7.rar
StorageSync 1.42
- StorageSync is a very old, simple backup utility. It makes full backups (copies files)
  or incremental backups when YOU want it to occur.
- StorageSync doesn't worry about the cloud, or continuously copying files.
- StorageSync Software Review @ tomshardware.com (10/16)
- I installed the software on an XP machine, and then copied the program folder to a
  Windows 10 machine. It worked perfectly (even the Help files).
- I suggest you turn off (disable) a few settings:
  - Disable "Start StorageSync at Startup"
  - Turn off "Automatically run Program Updater"
  - Disable "Auto-Launch"
- The StorageSync.rar file contains all the program files. Extract the folder, and place it anywhere you like.
WinHlp32.exe
- WinHlp32.exe for Windows 10
  - When you run an older application that uses the Windows Help program, you will be transferred to
    this Microsoft webpage. It states that the Windows Help program is not supported in Windows 10.
    You will find WinHlp32 for Vista through Windows 8.1. The article mentions five Help files that
    are related to "How to Use Help". They were removed in Vista. These files are the following:
    - Windows.hlp
    - Winhlp32.hlp
    - Winhlp32.cnt
    - Winhelp.cnt
    - Nocntnt.cnt
  - Can't Read Older *.hlp Files on Windows 10 @ tenforums.com (10/16)
    - The trick is to use the correct "flavor" (x64 or x86) of winhlp32.exe from an XP machine
    - Write a script to copy the old executable into the correct directory
    - I have an old 32-bit XP machine, and I collected the files related to winhlp32.exe
    - Download winhlp32_XP_x86.rar (10/16)
  - WinHlp32, Do we have to go through this again @ answers.microsoft.com (10/16)
    - Windows Help Program @ komeil.com (10/16)
    - winhlp32-windows7-x86-x64-komeil.cab download (10/16)
  - Winhlp32 for Windows 10 @ answers.microsoft.com (10/16)
  - How to Open .HLP WinHelp Files in Windows 10 @ trishtech.com (10/16)
    - Installing WinHlp32.exe in Windows 10 for Opening .HLP Files @ youtube.com (10/16)
      - Note: I'm using Unlocker to replace a winhlp32.exe and winhlp32.exe.mui
        (without using Process Hacker)
  - Help Explorer Viewer
    - One good replacment option is the Help Explorer Viewer application.
    - You can find the program at Cnet: Help-Explorer-Viewer/3000-6675_4-10666661.html (10/16)
    - Softpedia.com has a review of the software.
    - The software comes in a ZIP archive which contains (1) installation files, and (2) full set of program files.
    - You can simply open the ZIP file, extract the "program files" folder, and copy the program to ANY
      folder you like. You don't have to actually INSTALL the program.
    - You can put a short-cut on the Desktop, rename it as desired, pin that short-cut to your
      Start Menu (right side), and then delete the short-cut on the Desktop.
    - Since this is a standalone program, you can open the old program in one window, and its related
      Help files in a second window (using Help Explorer Viewer).
    - Help Explorer Viewer offers a "Reopen" function which remembers the locations of ANY Help file
      that it has opened. This makes the program very easy to use.
    - HelpExplorer_3.0_win32.zip (local copy)

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Tablets

Android 4 Tablets
- How to Use Android 4 Tablets - Basics of the Operating System @ youtube.com (11/13)
- Connecting to WiFi and using the Android Table @ youtube.com (11/13)
- What is the Best 7-inch Tablet? (Ricky, the Android Guy) @ youtube.com (11/13)
  - Amazon Kindle Fire -- Amazon's ecosystem (have to pay for many apps)
  - Acer Iconia 100 -- Google's ecosystem; every ereader on the market
  - Samsung Galaxy 7-inch Plus -- Google's ecosystem; every ereader on the market
- What is the Best 7-inch Tablet? Updated (Ricky, the Android Guy) @ youtube.com (11/13)
Azpen A700 Tablet
- A700 Tablet Grey @ microcenter.com ($39.99) (11/13)
  - Multi-Touch 7" 800x480 display
  - ARM Cortex A8 1.2GHz Single-Core CPU
  - 512MB RAM & 4GB Flash Storage
  - Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
  - Expandable up to 32GB via microSD Card
- Azpenpc.com (11/13)
- Azpen Support Livesuite @ mediafire.com (11/13)
- Azpen @ slickdeals.net (11/13)
- Youtube Videos
  - Azpen A700 Review @ youtube.com (11/13)
  - Azpen A700 Experience Review 11/21/13 (Creative Reviews) @ youtube.com (11/13)
    - Fonts are very pixelated
  - Unboxing an Azpen A700 (Creative Reviews) @ youtube.com (11/13)
  - Unboxing an Azpen A700 (Mike C) @ youtube.com (11/13)
  - Azpen A700 Packaging and Accessories @ youtube.com (11/13)

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Windows 7

Complete Windows 7 Shortcuts @ thewindowsclub.com (07/10)
Windows Seven Forums - Tutorials (07/10)
Clean Boot in Windows Vista or in Windows 7 (07/10)
Windows Compared: Windows 7 vs Vista vs XP (07/10)
Windows 7 Week on TechRadar (07/10)
10 Handy Windows 7 Tips for Beginners (07/10)
12 Free Windows 7 Power-up Downloads (07/10)
15 Task Manager Tips for a Faster PC (07/10)
20 Windows 7 Free Apps to Download Today (07/10)
22 Common Windows 7 Problems Solved (07/10)
48 Best Free Software Downloads from Microsoft (07/10)
62 Windows 7 Tips, Tricks and Secrets (07/10)
- Restore Standard Taskbar
  - Right-click the Taskbar
  - Select "Properties"
  - Set Taskbar Buttons to "Never Combine", or "Combine with taskbar is full"
- Restore old Quick Launch toolbar
  - Right-click the Taskbar
  - Select "New Toolbar"
  - In the folder box, type %userprofile%\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Quick Launch
  - Click "Select Folder"
  - You can move and resize the Quick Launch toolbar
- Missing Explorer Folders
  - Click Tools -> Folder Options
  - Check "Show all folders"
  - Click OK
Getting the Best Display on Your Monitor @ microsoft.com (07/10)
Make Text on Your Screen Larger or Smaller @ microsoft.com (07/10)
Change Your Screen Resolution @ microsoft.com (07/10)
Windows 7 Video Settings @ dell.com (07/10)

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Windows 10

Everything You Need to Disable in Windows 10 (10/16)
- Disable Wi-Fi Sense
- Diable Bandwidth Sharing for Updates
- Disable Automatically-Applied Updates
- Disable "Getting to Know You" Features
- Disable Targeted Ads
- Prevent App-Access to Your Location, Microphone, & Webcam
- Disable Unwanted Background Apps
How to Use Windows 10 @ laptopmag.com (09/16)
Settings You Should Change Right Away @ laptopmag.com (09/16)
Windows 10: The Missing Manual CD-ROM @ oreilly.com (10/16)
29 New Universal Apps
- Tour of the 29 New Universal Apps (10/16)
  - 3D Builder (for 3D printer)
  - Alarms & Clock (set alarms, world clock, timer, and stopwatch)
  - Calculator (standard, scientific, and programmer layouts; unit conversions)
  - Calendar
  - Camera
  - Contact Support
  - Cortana (personal assistant)
  - Get Office (quick link to info about Office 365)
  - Get Skype
  - Get Started
  - Groove Music
  - Mail
  - Maps (based on Bing Maps)
  - Microsoft Edge (new web browser)
  - Microsoft Solitaire Collection (you may also have Candy Crush Saga installed by default)
  - Money (MSN Money)
  - Movies & TV
  - News (MSN News)
  - OneNote (originally part of Microsoft Office)
  - People (directory of your contacts)
  - Phone Companion (helps you configure your smartphone to work with Windows 10)
  - Photos (photo gallery; default image viewer)
  - Settings (Control Panel still exists)
  - Sports (MSN Sports)
  - Store (store for new universal apps)
  - Voice Recorder (more for a smartphone)
  - Weather (MSN weather)
  - Windows Feedback (report bugs)
  - Xbox
User Interface
Antivirus
- Malwarebytes Anti-Malware + Anti-Exploit Bundle ($39.94) (10/16)
- How to Prevent a Conflict with Trial Antivirus in Windows 10 @ microcenter.com (10/16)
Cortana
- How to Disable Cortana in Windows 10's Anniversary Update (10/16)
Edge Browser
- Working with Favorites in Micrsoft Edge @ ghacks.net (10/16)
  - Edge supports Favorites (bookmarks)
  - Edge displays Favorites, browsing history, settings, and downloads in a sidebar
  - The sidebar (called a Hub) has an icon that looks like 3 horizontal lines of different lengths
  - Edge does NOT store its Favorites in the Favorites folder (like IE does)
  - To import Favorites from Internet Explorer
    - Open Microsoft Edge
    - Click the Hub icon
    - Switch to the star icon when the Hub sidebar opens (pin it in place)
    - Select Settings
    - Check Internet Explorer under "Import Favorites", and hit the import button
    - Bookmarks are imported into folders that Edge places in the root favorites folder
  - You may add individual favorites by clicking the star icon (to the right of the address bar); select "Save in Favorites"
  - Managing Favorites
    - The options for managing Favorites is hidden from sight in the interface
    - Open the Favorites sidebar
    - Right-click a Favorite, and you get options to remove it, rename it, and create a new folder
  - Display the Favorites Bar
    - Click on the Hub icon to open the sidebar
    - Select Favotries, and then Settings
    - Toggle the "show the Favorites Bar"
- Windows 10 Edge on Desktop Does Not Start @ answers.microsoft.com (10/16)
  - How I fixed Microsoft Edge on Windows 10:
  - Problem: Microsoft Edge stopped working
  - This procedure fixed the problem:
    - Go to Control Panel / Program Features / Turn Features On and Off
    - Turn OFF: �Internet Explorer 11�
    - Restart the system
    - Go to Control Panel / Program Features / Turn Features On and Off�
    - Turn ON: �Internet Explorer 11�
    - Restarted system
    - PROBLEM WENT AWAY!
Internet Explorer
- Make Google My Default Search Engine @ support.google.com (10/16)
Utilities
- Get Old Win7-like Calculator in Windows 10 (10/16)
- Moffsoft FreeCalc (10/16)
- USB Recovery Drive, How to Create @ groovypost.com (10/16)
- USB Recovery Drive, How to Create @ winhelp.us (10/16)

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XP Software (Port to Windows 7)

XP Spider Solitaire
- Spider Solitaire - XP Version Works in Windows 7 (10/16)
- XP Games in Windows 7
  - On your XP machine
    - Go to C:\Windows\System32
    - Copy cards.dll, freecell.exe, mshearts.exe, sol.exe, spider.exe, and winmine.exe
    - Go to C:\Windows\Help
    - Copy spider.chm and spider.hlp
  - On your Windows 7 PC
    - Create a folder (NOT in Windows\system32)
    - Paste all the files in the new folder
  - XP Pinball game is found in C:\Program Files\Windows NT\Pinball
  - You can copy the entire folder, move it to your Windows 7 PC, and place it in a DIFFERENT folder
Classic XP Menus in Windows 7
- Classic Start Menu for Windows 7 @ start64.com (10/16)
- Classic Menu for Office 2010 (32-bit) @ addintools.com (10/16)

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