Computers

Antivirus	Email Client	Streaming TV	Win11 Intro
Cell Phones	MS Office	Tablets	Win11 Tips
Android Phones	Monitors	Android	Win11 Apps
Desktops	Peripherals	Android Apps	Win11 Problems
Lenovo	Software	Windows 10	MS Account
Mike's Laptop	Software Migration		XP Software

Antivirus

Is Windows Defender Good Enough? (02/20)
Malwarebytes.com (02/20)

Cell Phones

How to Change Your Landline to a Cell Phone Number @ techwalla.com (03/22)
- Landline must have an active subscription
- Retrieve paper copies of landline phone bills
- Visit the store of cell phone company you are interested in
- Determine IF the selected cellular carrier can port your landline number
  to their mobile service
- Sign up for a cell phone plan
- Request that my landline phone number be ported onto the new cell phone
- After the number has been ported, cancel my landline subscription
Frontier FiberOptic Bundle -- $119.99/mo -- total is $140.97 + taxes
- Frontier: 1-800-921-8101
- FiberOptic Internet 75/75
- FiberOptic Digital Voice (landline)
  - I can upgrade FiberOptic Internet to 100/100, get $5 credit with AutoPay,
    get $3 credit for Customer Appreciation, and pay only $68.99
  - This means that the landline currently costs me $51-$72 per month
Cell2jack.com (03/22)
- Cell2jack @ amazon.com ($34.00) (03/22)
- Cell2Jack Review @ youtube.com (03/22)
- Cell2Jack Tips @ youtube.com (03/22)
  - Cellphone to home phone adapter
  - Make and receive cell phone call on your landline phone for free
  - Supports all landline phones -- corded, cordless, etc
  - Cell2Jack is working on my multiple phones -- a Vtech wireless phone system
  - Connect your cordless base to Cell2Jack
- How to Fix Poor Audio Quality @ youtube.com (03/22)
Vtech Cordless Phones
- Vtech CS6919-2 base; Vtech CS6909 handset
  - User Manual (03/22)
    - CS6919-2 base can use CS6909
  - Vtech CS6909 Accessory Handset @ walmart.com ($14.95) (03/22)
  - Vtech CS6909 Accessory Cordless Handset for Vtech 69190x @ amazon.com ($21.65) (03/22)
T-Mobile
- Keep Your Number @ t-mobile.com -- YES, I can keep my number (03/22)
- Unlimited 55+ Senior Discount Plans (03/22)
  - Magenta 55+ -- $35.00/line; 2 lines with AutoPay for $70/mo; taxes & fees included
    - SD streaming
    - 5GB of 4G LTE, then unlimited at 3G speeds (mobile hotspot data)
    - 5GB of 4G data, then unlimited at 3G speeds (Mexico & Canada)
    - Max 2 voice lines
    - Not available for hot spot and other data-first devices
    - Netflix Standard (2 screens, up to $13.99/mo value) with two Magenta lines
      - Netflix Plans (Standard @ $15.49/mo or Premium @ $19.99/mo) (03/22)
      - Up to $12.99/mo may be applied to a different Netflix account
    - AutoPay Prices: saves you $5 more/line/mo
    - Premium scam protection features (First Orion)
  - T-Mobile Offers Netflix on Us @ t-mobile.com (03/22)
    - Magenta 55+ (2 people) can get Netflix Standard subscription for free
    - Log in to your My T-Mobile account to redeem this offer
    - Select ACCOUNT > ADD-ONS next to the Primary Account Holder's line
    - Select MANAGE DATA & ADD-ONS > SERVICES
    - Link to an existing Netflix account, or create a new Netflix account and
      link it to your T-Mobile account
    - Netflix increased its prices, and T-Mobile will cover the increased price
  - Galaxy A32 5G (64 GB) for $0/mo for 24 months with $0 down
    - 5G capable; bluetooth 5.0; Android; 64 GB memory; mobile hotspot capable
    - Supports AOL email

Android Cell Phones

TCL 30 XE 5G
- TCL 30 XE 5G @ t-mobile.com (03/22)
- User Manual for TCL 30 XE 5G @ tcl.com (03/22)
- How to Use
  - TCL T767W 30 XE 5G @ youtube.com (search results) (03/22)
  - TCO 30 XE 5G First 30 Tips and Tricks @ youtube.com (good tube) (03/22)
- Reviews
  - Review @ gizmochina.com (03/22)
  - Review @ notebookcheck.net (03/22)
    - Decent chipset, 90Hz refresh-rate display, 5G, long battery life, 18W fast charger
    - Does not have Full HD display; get TCL 30VC 5G for that
    - Check out Motorola Moto G71 phone
    - Android 11
    - Does not have NFC (near-field communication, allows phones to share data)
  - Review @ oispice.com (03/22)
  - Review @ youtube.com (03/22)
  - Review @ youtube.com (good review) (03/22)
  - TCL 30 XE 5G Review @ youtube.com (03/22)
General Android Information
- Android for Beginners @ pocket-lint.com (03/22)
  - To use Android, you need to use a Google account -- Gmail, contacts, Google Maps, etc
  - Google Photos is on the Play Store
  - Turn off sounds and vibrations
    - Settings > Sound & vibration > advanced > other sounds and vibrations
      (turn off screen locking, touch sounds and vibrate on tap)
    - Settings > System > Languages & input > virtual keyboard > select your keyboard >
      Preferences > turn off vibrate on keypress
  - Use Gboard for the keyboard (download from Google Play)
  - Dump the junk apps
    - Remove them: long-press the app icon and select uninstall
    - Move them: create a folder for junk apps and move them all there
  - Google offers its own version of Phone and Messenger apps
  - Chrome is the default browser
  - Get to your settings faster
    - Swipe down the notifications bars will get you access to shortcuts for various
      hardware toggles (turn off Bluetooth or Wi-Fi)
    - Swipe down with two fingers, and you will go straight to those toggles
    - Swipe down twice to get the whole thing open
    - Long-press a quick setting, and you'll go to the full menu for that area
    - Tap the cog in the notifications area when you swipe down, and you will go to
      the full setting menu
  - Data not working?
    - Flip the phone to Aeroplane/Airplane mode (quick settings grid) and back again
    - This will sever your connection and re-establish it
  - Wi-Fi not working?
    - Open quick settings, toggle Wi-Fi off and then back on again (re-establish connection)
  - Customize home pages
    - A range of shortcuts and widgets will be spread across a number of pages
    - If you don't want them, delete them with a long-press, and drag them to the
      trash can
    - You can also delete the pages they're sitting on
    - A long-press on the background, or a pinch on the background will get you started
  - Use Android folder to organize your apps on your home page
    - You can also put them on the shortcut bar (bottom of the display)
    - To create a folder, drag one app shortcut over another, and a folder will be
      automatically created
  - SD card or not?
    - MicroSD card can be used as Flex Storage or Adoptable Storage
    - Buy the fastest card you can
- Android Articles @ dummies.com (03/22)
  - The Apps Drawer and Adding Apps to the Home Screen
    - Visit the home screen page on which you want to stick the app icon (launcher)
    - Touch the Apps icon to display the apps drawer
    - Long-press the app icon you want to add to the home screen
    - Drag the app to the home screen page; lift your finger to place the app
    - A COPY of the app's icon is now placed on the Home screen
    - The Apps drawer contains your apps; its icon is a square of dots
    - After you tap the Apps icon, you will see the contents of the App drawer
    - To run an app, tap its icon
  - Changing the Wallpaper of an Android Phone
    - Long-press the home screen
    - Choose Set Wallpaper or Wallpapers command or icon
    - Choose wallpaper type (still or live)
    - Select an image from the phone
    - Touch Save, Set Wallpaper, or Apply button
  - Android for Dummies Cheat Sheet (03/22)
  - How to Set Up Carrier Voicemail on an Android Phone (03/22)
- Android 11 Features @ androidauthority.com (03/22)
  - Notification History
    - Notification History will save every notification that your phone received in
      the last 24 hours; it is OFF by default
    - Settings > App & notifications > Notifications > Notification history
    - You can find apps that are hogging system resources
  - Screen Recorder
    - Screen recorder function is in the Quick Settings tiles
  - Google Play Store contains Android updates for some things
- DigitalTrends.com
  - Guide to Android @ digitaltrends.com (03/22)
  - How to Back Up your Android Smartphone @ digitaltrends.com (03/22)
  - How to Turn Off Notifications in Android @ diditaltrend.com (03/22)
    - Developers fill your Notification Shade with promotions and
      other useless messages
    - You can turn off their notifications
  - Best Android Keyboards @ digitaltrends.com (03/22)
  - Google Assistant @ digitaltrends.com (03/22)
  - Google Play @ play.google.com (03/22)
  - How to Send Free Text Messages Online @ digitaltrends.com (03/22)
    - Using Android, you can send/receive text messages on a Windows PC
  - How to Send a Text from your Email Account @ digitaltrends.com (03/22)
  - How to Switch from iPhone to Android @ digitaltrends.com (03/22)
- Android.com
  - Get to Know Android (03/22)
  - Move Your Stuff from iOS @ android.com (03/22)
  - Send and Receive Text Messages (03/22)
    - Swipe up from bottom of screen >
      Message > Start chat > choose Contact > enter message > Send
    - Swipe down from the top of the screen > tap new message
  - Get Around on Your Phone (03/22)
    - Swipe up from bottom of screen > Settings > System > Gestures >
      System navigation > choose option (gesture navigation)
  - Gesture Navigation (03/22)
    - Swipe up from the bottom of the screen > access your apps
    - Swipe up from the bottom, hold, and then let go > see your open apps
      - Swipe up on the app image > close an app
      - Tap the app image > open an app
    - Swipe from the left or right edge of the screen to the middle > go back
    - Swipe up from the bottom of the screen > to go Home from any open app
    - Swipe from left to right on the bottom of the screen > switch between apps
    - Swipe down from the top of the screen > to see notifications and quick settings
      then swipe down again to expand your quick settings menu
  - Keep Your Google Account Secure (03/22)
    - Swipe up from the bottom of the screen > Settings > Google >
      Manage your Google Account > scroll right and tap Security
  - Download Apps (03/22)
    - Swipe up from the bottom of the screen > open Play Store app
      (sign into your Google account) > search for content > tap an app > Install
- Support.Google.com
  - Make & Receive Phone Calls (03/22)
    - When you see a phone number, you can tap it to dial
    - Set the Phone app as the default phone app
    - To make a phone call
      - Open the Phone app
      - Pick who to call
        
        To enter a number, tap Dialpad
        To pick a saved contact, tape Contacts
        To pick from nubers you've recently called, tap Recents
        To pick fron contacts saved to Favorites, tap Favorites
      - Tap Call; when you are finished, tap End call
    - Answer or Reject a Phone Call
      - To answer, swipe the white circle to the top of the screen (if locked),
        or tap Answer
      - To reject, swipe the white circle to the bottom of the screen (if locked)
        tap Dismiss
      - To reject and send a text message, swipe up from the Message icon
  - How to Check Your Voicemail (03/22)
    - Tap a message notification (swipe down from the top of the screen; tap Voicemail)
    - Call your voicemail (open Phone app, tap Dial app, touch and hold '1')
- Android Voicemail Set Up
  - Tap the three dots (upper right corner of screen)
  - Settings > Voicemail > Advanced Settings > Setup
  - Tap Voicemail number; enter your 10-digit phone number; tap OK
  - Tap the home key to return to the mail menu

Desktop Computers

NEW COMPUTER
- PowerSpec B748 Desktop Computer @ microcenter ($969.99) (12/22)
  - SKU: 361600; Mfr Part#: 1000000718
  - Intel Core i7 12th Gen 12700K 3.6GHz Processor
  - Motherboard: ASUS PRIME Z690-P D4/AC
  - Motherboard chipset: Intel Z690
  - 16GB DDR4-3200 RAM (upgraded to 32GB; max memory is 64GB)
  - 1TB Solid State Drive
  - Intel UHD Graphics 770
  - Microsoft Windows 11 Pro
  - 750W power supply
  - Top panel
    - ON/OFF button
    - 2 x USB 3.1 (Gen 1 Type A)
    - 1 x headphone
    - 1 x microphone
  - Back panel
    - 2 x USB 2.0 (Type-A; near the top of the case)
    - 2 x USB 3.2 (Gen 1 Type-A; blue connector near the RJ-45)
    - 1 x USB 3.2 (Gen 2 Type-C; on the row with the power light)
    - 1 x USB 3.2 (Gen 2 Type-A; teal color)
    - 1 x PS/2 (near the top of the case)
    - 1 x HDMI 2.1
    - 1 x DisplayPort 1.4
    - 1 x LAN RJ-45
    - 5 x Audio (use the light green one for speakers)
    - 1 x Digital Audio
  - Preloaded software
    - Microsoft Office 365 Trial
    - Eset Internet Security Trial
  - This is what I bought; upgraded memory to 32GB
  - HDMI 2.1 vs DisplayPort 1.4 Comparison @ techcentruion.com (12/22)
    - Both are very good; use HDMI 2.1 with gold connector
- Overview of USB Standards, Connections, & Functions @ microcenter.com (12/22)
OLD COMPUTER
- Dell Studio XPS 7100 Review (my old desktop) (02/20)
  - Model: Studio XPS 7100 Carbide Silver
  - ISBN: SX7100-2510CSC
  - Motherboard Chipset: AMD RS785/SB710 Chipset
  - Processor: AMD Phenom II X6 Processor 1035T (2.8-3.3GHz)
  - Memory: 16GB 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 (02/20)
    - Three Interfaces:
      - VGA: 2048 x 1536
      - DVI-I (dual link): 2560 x 1600
      - HDMI: 1920 x 1200 (board purchased in 2010)

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.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

Mike's Laptop

Personal Laptop, 2024
- Acer Aspire 3 @ walmart.com ($359.00, was $499.00) (07/24)
  - Model A315-44P-R7GS
  - 15.6" Full HD display (16:9); anti-glare finish
  - AMD Ryzen 7 5700U processor with Radeon Graphics (8 core)
  - 16GB RAM (DDR4)
  - 512GB PCIE SSD
  - Wi-Fi 6 (aka 802.11ax)
  - Windows 11 Home
  - USB Full-function Type-C port
  - USB Type-C, Bluetooth, USB, TRRS, HDMI 2.1, RJ-45
  - Wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11ax), Ethernet, RJ-45
  - Left side: power port, RJ-45, 2 USB-A ports, USB-C port
  - Right side: headphone jack, 1 USB-A port, Kensington lock port
  - 3 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports; 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port
  - Keyboard is not backlit
  - Power adapter
  - 1 year warranty
  - Acer Aspire 3 A315-44P-R7GS @ acer.com ($599.99) (07/24)
    - Aspire A315-44P Support @ acer.com (07/24)
    - User Manual @ acer.com (revision Sept 2023) (07/24)
  - Basic version of Acer Aspire 3
    - Left side: power port, USB-C port, full-size HDMI port, and USB-A port
    - Right side: headphone jack, USB-A port, and Kensington lock port
    - Acer Aspire 3 A315-24P Review @ pcmag.com (March 12, 2023) (07/24)
      - A number of Acer services, Dropbox, OneNote, WhatsApp, TikTok,
        Instagram, Mahjong, and Solitaire all come pre-loaded
    - Acer Aspire 3 Review @ pcmag.com (A315-24P; July 17, 2023) (07/24)
- HP 15.6" FHD Laptop, Intel Core i3-N305, Model 15-fd0131wm @ walmart.com ($379.00) (07/24)
  - Intel Core i3-N305, 3.8 GHz (4 core)
  - 8GB RAM (DDR4-3200 MHz Ram - 1x8 GB)
  - 256GB PCle NVMe M.2 SSD
  - Natural Silver, 15-fd0131wm
  - Camera you can close when not in use
  - Micro-edge Full HD IPS anti-glare display
  - Windows 11 Home, Intel UHD Graphics
  - Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3 wireless card
  - USB Type-A (5Gbps), HDMI 1.4b, USB Type-C (5Gbps), Headphone/microphone combo
  - USB Type-A, AC smart pin
  - HP Laptop 15-fd0xxx Review @ youtube.com (07/24)
    - Not 16:9 screen
    - Good keyboard
- HP 15 15.6" @ walmart.com ($352.98, was $599.00) (07/24)
  - Model: HP 15-dy (?)
  - Windows 11 Pro Business Laptop Computer
  - Processor: Intel Core i3-1215U, 6-Core, up to 4.40 GHz, 10 MB Cache
  - Memory (RAM): 8 GB DDR4-2666 MHz RAM (2 x 4 GB)
  - Storage Capacity: 256 GB SSD (NVMe)
  - FHD 1920 x 1080 screen
  - Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi 5 (IEEE 802.11ac); Bluetooth
  - Ports: 2x USB Type-A, 1x USB Type-C, 1x HDMI, 1x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack,
    1x multi-format SD Media card reader
  - Color: Silver
Personal Laptop, Old
- HP 250 G4 15.6" Laptop Intel Core i3-5005U 2.0 GHz; 4GB; 1 TB 5,400 Hard Drive
- Add-ons
  - One-year extension protection plan -- $39.99
  - 8GB RAM
- Acer 24" 1080p Full HD Widescreen LED Display - CB241H (no longer carried) (02/20)
  - 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
DTCC Laptop
- Acer ET322QU Monitor 31.5" @ microcenter.com ($219.99) (02/20)
- Dell WD15 Docking Station @ staples.com ($250.00) (02/20)
  - 3x SuperSpeed USB 3.0 ports; 2x USB 2.0 ports
  - Display/Video Ports: 1x HDMI; 1x VGA. 1x DisplayPort over USB Type-C cable
  - 1x RJ-45 ethernet port, 1x headphones / speakers port
  - 1x Kensington Lock Slot (lock sold separately)
  - Includes 130W AC adapter with 7.4mm barrel

Email Clients

Oath2 Email Clients
- Way to Securely Access AOL Mail @ help.aol.com (11/21)
- Generate an App Password @ help.aol.com (11/21)
  - Log into mail.aol.com
  - On the left side, select 'Account Security'
  - Scroll down to 'App Password'
  - Click 'Generate app password'
  - Enter your app's name in the text field
  - Click Generate password
  - Enter your app's name (Thunderbird)
  - Click 'Generate password'
  - Save the generated string of letters
  - Sign into the app/service using your normal username
  - Instead of your normal password, enter the app password (without any spaces)
- Mozilla Thunderbird 91 (11/21)
  - AOL and Thunderbird give 'Incorrect Password Message' (11/21)
    - My email is verizon.net which is now located at aol.com
    - The login will not work in TB
    - Log into the AOL site, and create an app password for TB
    - Remove the Verizon mailbox:// and smtp:// passwords from Saved Passwords
    - Restart TB
    - Enter the app password when asked for a password
  - Cross-platform email client that includes a news reader and a chat module
  - Emails in Local Folders are Saved on My Computer (02/20)
  - What Are Local Folders? (02/20)
  - How to Save AOL Emails to External Hard Drive @ datarecovery.institute (11/21)
    - AOL Backup @ systoolsgroup.com (11/21)
    - Download SysTools AOL Email backup tool @ systoolskart.com (11/21)
    - Download SysTools AOL Email backup tool @ download.cnet.com (11/21)
  - Automatic Account Configuration @ support.mozilla.org (11/21)
  - 'AOL and Thunderbird' @ support.mozilla.org (11/21)
    - Oath2 isn't supported in TB version before 68
    - Only AOL, gmail, Yahoo, and a few others are support (TB 68+)
  - Setting Up verizon.net email account on AOL (11/21)
  - Thunderbird and Yahoo @ support.mozilla.org (11/21)
    - Check that Thunderbird has cookies enabled
      - Select 'Menu app icon' > 'Options/Preferences'
      - In left Pane, select 'Privacy & Security'
      - Select checkbox 'Accept cookies from sites'
    - Update the 'Authentication Method'
      - Select 'menu app icon' > "Account Settings'
      - Select mail account name in left Pane
      - Bottom right: click on 'Edit SMTP server'
      - Set outgoing server 'Authentication Method' to 'Oauth2'
      - Click 'OK'
      - Select 'Server Settings" for mail account
      - Set incoming server 'Authentication Method' to 'Oauth2'
      - Click 'OK'
      - Exit Thunderbird; wait a few minutes; start Thunderbird
      - There will be a prompt from your Yahoo ISP to login
      - This is done with a Oath 2.0 key exchange in Thunderbird which will
        authenticate the Thunderbird client in future logins
  - Removing and Adding Back AOL Email Accounts @ support.mozilla.org (11/21)
    - Change the authentication for the incoming and outging servers to Oath2
    - Remove the passwords in Options/Security/Passwords/Saved Passwords
    - Check that cookies are allowed in TB Options/Privacy
    - Restart Thunderbird
    - Enter the regular account password in the Oath browser window when prompted
    - An oath token will be stored for each account in Saved Passwords
  - Switching to Thunderbird @ support.mozilla.org (11/21)
  - Show Hidden Files @ support.microsoft.com (instructions aren't correct) (11/21)
  - How to Install Add-ons @ support.mozilla.org (11/21)
  - ImportExportTools 3.3.2 @ addons.thunderbird.net (won't work) (11/21)
  - ImportExportTools NG @ addons.thunderbird.net (new version; won't work) (11/21)
  - Change your settings in place
    - This assume you are using IMAP to receive email and SMTP to send email
    - To update IMAP authentication
      - Tools -> Account Settings
      - Select your account
      - Select Server Settings
      - In Security Settings, change Authenication method to Oauth2
    - To Update SMTP authentication
      - Select Outgoing Server (SMTP) under Account Settings
      - Select your account
      - Click Edit
      - Under Security and Authentication, change the Authentication method to Oauth2
  - How to Backup a Profile in Thunderbird @ support.mozilla.org (11/21)
Legacy Email Clients
- Windows Live Mail
  - Windows Live Essentials @ microsoft.com (02/20)
  - 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 (02/20)
RSS Feed Readers
- Best Windows 10 RSS Readers (02/20)
- QuiteRSS (portable Windows) (02/20)
- RSS Feed Reader for Chrome (02/20)
- RSS Owl (uses Java runtime) (02/20)

MS Office

MS Office 2021
- MS 2021 Home & Students @ microsoft.com ($149.99) (12/22)
MS Office 2010
- Microsoft Office 2010 Review (02/20)
- Activate or Register Programs
  - Office activation (US only) (888) 652-2342
  - Windows activation (888) 571-2048
- Description of Microsoft Product Activation (KB 302806) (02/20)

Monitors

New Monitor
Existing Monitors
- Acer ET322QU Monitor 31.5" @ microcenter.com ($219.99) (02/20)
  - 31.5" wide; IPS; pixel pitch: 0.2727 mm
  - 2560 x 1440 WQHD (16:9) (also called 1440p or 2K)
  - Native refresh: 75Hz
  - Response time: 4 ms
  - Pixel pitch: 0.2727 mm
  - Adaptive Synch: ADM FreeSync Technology (works with both HDMI and DisplayPort)
  - Anti-Glare; Blue Light Filter
  - Stand adjustment: height, pivot, tilt, swivel
  - Built-in speakers
  - Connectivity
    - 1 x VGA 15-pin (blue connector)
    - 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Output
    - 1 x HDMI 1.4 (1080p @ 144 Hz; 1440p @ 74 Hz)
    - 1 x DisplayPort 1.2 (1080p and 1440p @ 144 Hz) (MUCH BETTER THAN HDMI 1.4)
  - Monitor Buying Guide @ tomshardware.com (12/22)
  - DisplayPort vs HDMI @ tomshardware.com (12/22)
    - HDMI came out in 2002, and DisplayPort came out in 2006
- Dell 1704FPV Monitor
  - Dell Product Support (02/20)
    - 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)
- Lenovo ThinkVision L1700p
  - L1700p = 9417 17" LCD Monitor; 1280x1024; built Aug 2008
  - Connector type: 15-pin D-subminiature, blue connector; DVI-D, white connector
  - L1700p @ ibm.com (12/22)
  - Lenovo L1700p @ support.lenovo.com (12/22)
Cables, Converter
- Displayport to HDMI Adapter
- Best Buy Essentials 6' DHMI-to-DVI-D Minitor Cable @ bestbuy.com ($8.99) (07/24)
Specifications
- HDMI
  - 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

Peripherals

EXTERNAL DRIVES
- Crucial X6 External SSD 1TB @ bestbuy.com ($79.99) (12/22)
  - USB Type A (USB 3.2 Gen2)
  - Made for laptop; it has a very short cable
- Seagate 1TB USB 3.1 (Gen 1 Type-A) Portable External Hard Drive @ microcenter.com ($49.99) (12/22)
- WD My Book 4TB SuperSpeed USB 3.0 External Hard Drive
  - This is the one on my old computer
PRINTERS
- NEW PRINTERS
  - Canon Pixma TS6420A All-in-One Printer @ bestbuy.com ($69.99) (12/22)
    - Pizza wheel marks
  - Brother MFC-J1010DW All-in-One Printer @ bestbuy.com ($99.99) (12/22)
- OLD PRINTERS
  - HP Deskjet F4140 All-in-One
    - HP Support (12/22)
    - HP Solution Center doesn't open without Flash @ support.hp.com (12/22)
    - This printer is compatible with Windows 11
  - HP Officejet 4635
    - HP Support & Drivers (12/22)
    - HP OfficeJet 4635 is supported in Windows 11
Headphones
- Headset for Mike's Laptop
  - Plantronics Blackwire 5220 (C5220) Wired, Dual-Ear Headset with Boom Mike
    (USB-A), WW @ amazon.com ($72.99) (07/21)
    - Part Number: 207576-01
    - Support for Blackwire 5200 Series @ poly.com (07/21)
      - Users' Guide (07/21)
      - Setup Documents 07/21)
      - Desktop Hub Download: HubDesktop
      - Customize your device behavior using the Poly Lens Desktop App
        Poly-Lens App (07/21)
- Wireless headphones for watching TV
  - Sony MDR-RF985RK Wireless RF Headphone @ amazon.com (used; $149.99) (05/23)
    - We own an MDR-RF985R
    - It takes 3.5 hours to recharge the headsets (MDR-RF985RK)
    - Built-in lithium ion battery
  - Sony MDRRF912RK @ amazon.com (unavailable) (05/23)
    - Newer version (NOT a direct replacement)
  - Sony RF995RK Headphone @ amazon.com ($129.99) (05/23)
    - Not the most comfortable headset to wear
  - Sony Wireless Headphones for TV Watching (WHRF400R) with
    Transmitter Dock (TMRRF400) @ amazon.com ($104.99) (05/23)
    - THIS may be the replacement
    - Connectivity is Bluetooth, RF
    - HD Wireless Headset Transmitter/Charging Dock
    - Y-Adapter w/3 5mm Stereo & 2 NeeGo RCA Plugs
    - Radio Frequency Headphones Let You Move Freely Up to 150 Ft Through Walls & Ceiling
    - Battery Life Up to 20 Hours Per Charge
    - Soft Adjustable Over Ear Pads
    - Can connect one transmitter to two headphones
    - User's Manual @ crutchfieldonline.com (05/23)
  - Sony 426519601 Earpad @ fullcompass.com ($13.78) (06/22)
USB Hub
- Plugable USB 2.0 7-Port Hub with 15W Power Adapter @ amazon.com ($20.95) (07/21)

Software, Utilities

Cool Reader @ sourceforge.net (I may prefer the old version) (12/22)
CoreFTP @ coreftp.com (12/22)
IrfanView @ Irfanview.com (12/22)
Malwarebytes
- Download and Install Malewarebytes for Windows (12/22)
- Activate Premium Fetures on Malwarebytes for Windows (12/22)
Oracle VM Virtual Box
- Oracle VM Virtual Box Downloads @ oracle.com (12/22)
- Virtual Box Manual (12/22)
Sigil
- Download Sigil @ sigil-ebook.com (12/22)
- Sigil v1.9.20 @ winstall.app (edit ePub 2 and ePub 3) (12/22)
Thunderbird @ thunderbird.net (12/22)
WinRAR @ win-rar.com (12/22)
Other Software
- CCleaner (02/20)
- PhotoFiltre Studio (02/20)
- Speccy @ piriform.com (02/20)

Software Migration (to Windows 10)

General Information
- 10 very old apps that still (somehow) work on Windows 10 (02/20)
- PC Gaming Wiki (02/20)
Calculator (old Win7 version)
- Get Old Win7-like Calculator in Windows 10 (02/20)
- 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 (02/20)
- 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 (02/20)
    - 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 (02/20)
  - Get Windows 7 Games for Windows 10 @ winaero.com (02/20)
    - 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
- 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.
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 (02/20)
  - Paint Shop Pro 7.00 @ oldversion.com (02/20)
- 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 (02/20)
- 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 (02/20)
    - 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 (02/20)
    - Windows Help Program @ komeil.com (02/20)
    - winhlp32-windows7-x86-x64-komeil.cab download (02/20)
  - Winhlp32 for Windows 10 @ answers.microsoft.com (02/20)
  - How to Open .HLP WinHelp Files in Windows 10 @ trishtech.com (02/20)
    - Installing WinHlp32.exe in Windows 10 for Opening .HLP Files @ youtube.com (02/20)
      - Note: I'm using Unlocker to replace a winhlp32.exe and winhlp32.exe.mui
        (without using Process Hacker) (02/20)
  - 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 (02/20)
    - 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)

Streaming TV

General Information
- Search for Channels, Movies, and Shows
  - Justwatch.com (your streaming guide) (03/22)
  - Live TV Streaming Channel Finder @ thestreamable.com (03/22)
- How to Stream by Channel @ groundedreason.com (03/22)
- 11 Best Streaming Deals of 2022 @ decider.com (03/22)
- How to Cut the Cable Cord and Still Watch TV in 2022 @ decider.com (03/22)
- Best Streaming Services in 2022 @ decider.com (03/22)
- Best Live TV Streaming Services in 2022 @ decider.com (03/22)
- Specific Streaming Services
  - LocalBTV (local TV channels) (03/22)
  - Philo (03/22)
  - Crackle
  - Pluto TV (03/22)
    - Channel 1024: CBS News (channel 11), live (with ads)
    - Free service
Discovery+
- Discovery+ Review (03/22)
  - Does NOT carry live feeds of Discovery-owned networks including
    HGTV, Food Network, etc
  - Most shows will not show up on Discovery+ until the end of the current season
  - Discovery+ and WarnerMedia will merge in the middle of 2022
  - Has an ad-free option
  - Offers Discovery+ original programming
  - Ad-free plan is $6.99/mo
  - There is a 7-day free trial, and no contracts
- Help @ discoveryplus.com
  - Discovery+ Channels (03/22)
    - Discovery+ Channels are non-stop, 24/7 streams featuring your favorite shows
  - Shows Won't Save to My List (03/22)
  - Discovery+ Doesn't Allow You to Remove Titles from Continue Watching @ bingegauge.com (06/22)
- Battlebots on Discovery Go (03/22)
- Discovery+ (03/22)
  - $4.99/month or $6.99/month without ads
  - There is a 7-day free trial
- Discovery+ to have its own Battlebots Series (03/22)
- Battlebots on Discovery+ (03/22)
EPIX
- EPIX.com (03/22)
  - Watch with App: $5.99/mo
  - Skyfall, The Hunger Games, Jack Reacher
  - Britannia, Condor, War of the Worlds, Domina, Belgravia
  - Most movies are not new
HBOmax
- HBOmax.com (03/22)
  - $9.99/mo with ads; $14.99/mo without ads
  - HBO, DX, TCM, etc included
  - Streaming access to the biggest Warner Bros movies of 2022 at no extra cost (45 days later)
  - Originals -- Game of Thrones, etc
  - TCM -- Hollywood classics
Netflix
- Netflix Plans (Standard @ $15.49/mo or Premium @ $19.99/mo) (03/22)
- Browse by Genre @ netflix.com (03/22)
- Great list of historical dramas -- The Last Kingdom, Vikings, Vikings' Valhalla,
  Medici
Paramount+
- Paramountplus.com (02/22)
- What Plans are Available @ help.paramountplus.com (02/22)
  - Essential: $4.99/month or $49.99/year (limited Ads and does NOT include
    local live CBS station)
  - Premium: $9.99/month or $99.99/year (no Ads and does include local live CBS station)
  - Paramount Birthday Offer @ paramountplus.com (02/22)
- How Can I Steam Paramount on my Roku @ help.paramountplus.com (02/22)
Peacock TV
- Peacock Not the Same as NBC @ streamingbetter.com (03/22)
- Peacock Add Live Local News Channels to Its Streaming Lineup @ engadget.com (03/22)
  - Boston, Chicago, Miani, and Philadelphia
  - New York City and Los Angeles will be added in the months ahead
  - You can also watch live entertainment TV from 11 local NBC stations, including
    those from cities in the news rollout
  - Live news has become a selling point for streaming services
- What TV Channel is USA Network? @ sportingnews.com (03/22)
  - NBC outlets carrying Premier League matches in 2022:
    - TV channels: NBC, USA Network
    - Spanish-language TV: Telemundo, Universo
    - Streaming: Peacock, NBCSports.,com (authenticated cable subscribers)
- Peacock Premium Plus has no ads ($9.99/month) (03/22)
- What Devices and Platforms are Supported by Peacock @ peacocktv.com (02/22)
  - Roku Express/Express+ (model 3900X or later)
- Create an account at PeacockTV.com (02/22)
SHOWTIME
- SHOWTIME.com (03/22)
  - Standard rates are currently $10.99/mo
- It's Showtime Without Cable @ groundedreason.com (03/22)
Sling TV
- Sling TV Price Update, January 2021 @ sling.com (03/22)
  - Blue or Orange package costs $35/month
  - You can add extras
- Watching Local Channels @ sling.com (03/22)
  - Live local programming from FOX and NBC are available from Sling Blue or
    Sling Orange + Sling Blue
  - FOX (KDFW) and NBC (KXAS)
- Sling TV Channels, Plans, Prices, and More @ groundedreason.com (03/22)
  - Blue package allows up to 3 simultaneous streams; Orange package allows only 1
  - Blue package is more focused on news and entertainment
  - Blue package includes CNN, local FOX, local NBC, MSNBC, USA, Discovery,
    Food Network, HGTV, History, National Geographic, NFL Network, SyFy, etc
  - Blue package does not have ESPN channels
  - Ad-on Packages
    - Sports Extra -- $11/mo (beIN Sports)
    - News Extra -- $6/mo (CNBC)
    - Hollywood Extra -- $6/mo (Epix, Epix 2, Epix Drive-In, Epix Hits, HDNet Movies,
      Sundance TV, TCM)
      - Sundance offers no pause/rewind function, but has some on-demand programming
      - All other channels allow pause/rewind, last 7 days of content, and shows on demand
    - Showtime -- $10/mo
    - STARZ ENCORE -- $9/mo
      - Includes Starz and Encore
      - Sizable on-demand section of TV and Movies airing on Starz and Encore
- Sling Guides
  - Using the Guide @ sling.com (updated Dec 16, 2021) (03/22)
  - Change These Hidden Roku Settings @ youtube.com (03/22)
  - How to Add Your Channels to Your Favories List on Sling @ youtube.com (03/22)
  - Sling TV Not Working on Roku @ robotpoweredhome.com (03/22)
  - Sling TV Customer Support Team -- 888-361-7149
    - KB-1000024 (03/22)
STARZ Encore
- Starz.com (03/22)
  - Special Offer: $5/mo for 3 months
  - Current Price is $8.99/mo + taxes
- STARZ is Easy to Watch without Cable @ groundedreason.com (03/22)
  - STARZ offers a variety of standalone subscription options
  - These won't allow you to watch STARZ live, but you'll have full access to the
    entire catalog of STARZ movies, TV shows, and original programming on-demand
  - You can watch on-demand shows within a few hours after they air
  - You get access to their entire library of movies, TV shows, original documentaries,
    and more
  - This costs $9/mo
- STARZ Schedule @ flixed.io (03/22)
Tubi
- Tubi @ rokuguide.com (03/22)
  - Free add-supported video streaming service with over 15,000 movies and TV shows
  - Popular titles from MGM, Lionsgate and Warner Bros
  - Video on demand from 10 cable networks
  - Registration is not required (as of Dec 2019)
  - Registration is free
- Tubi Reviews @ cordcutting.com (03/22)
  - HUGE number of ads during movies, buffering, rebooting, etc
- Tubi TV (Live Fox 4 News and WFAA 8 News, no ads) (03/22)
  - Fox 4 Dallas Fort Worth News Live (Channel 4) (03/22)
  - WFAA Dallas Fort Worth News Live (Channel 8) (03/22)
Vudu Fandango
- The Expanse, Seasons 1-5 (03/22)
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Roku
- Roku Troubleshooting Guide @ cloudwards.net (very good information) (02/22)
- Roku Subscription Guide @ cloudwards.net (02/22)
- Roku Live TV Zone @ cloudwards.net (03/22)
- Best Roku Free Channels in 2022 @ cloudwards.net (02/22)
  - Comet TV (Sci-fi) @ channelstore.roku.com (02/22)
  - CometTV.com (02/22)
- Getting to Know Your Roku Exresss @ support.roku.com (02/22)
- Setup Internet Connection @ support.roku.com (02/22)
- Roku Streaming Stick is no longer available @ roku.com (02/22)
- Roku Express @ roku.com (model 3930R; $18.99) (02/22)
  - High-speed HDMI cable and simple remote
  - Uses standard (single-band) WIFI (802.11 b/g/n)
  - Video: 1080 HD (streams HD)
  - Pre-set channel shortcuts
  - Screen Mirroring for Android & Windows devices
  - Up to 1080p (1920 x 1080) with up-scaling from 720p
- Roku Express @ walmart.com ($19.98; Aisle L16) (02/22)
  - Manufacturer Part Number: 3930RW
- Linking devices to a single Roku account
  - When you link multiple Roku devices to a single Roku acocunt, the channels and
    purchases will be the same of each device
  - Channels must be activated separately on each Roku device
  - Roku devices automatically check every 24-36 hours for changes and updates
  - For immediate update, select Settings > System > System update > Check now
- How to Find, Change, Reset the PIN Code for your Roku Account @ support.roku.com (03/22)
- Can I Power My Roku Player On or Off? @ support.roku.com (02/22)
  - Roku player is designed to remain on and always connected to the internet
  - Roku 4 has a fan, and you can turn it off
  - The Roku player will boot-up every time you turn on the power
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TVs
- Samsung TV
  - TV Model Groups @ samsung.com (02/22)
    - Series 6 (6300) is in the 12TV_6Group
    - Model Number: UN60C6300SFXZA (Ver DB02; Nov 2010)
    - UN60C6300SFXZA Specs @ sunsung.com (02/22)
    - Archive for TV Extenson @ samsung.com (02/22)
    - Samsung LinkStick Wireless Adaptor @ amazon.com ($178.88) (02/22)
- Sharp TV
  - Sharp LC-42LB261U
    - Online Documentation @ sharpusa.com (02/22)
    - User Guide @ sharpusa.com (02/22)
    - Roku Ready
      - Your Sharp TV is certified to work with the Roku Streaming Stick to instantly
        stream 1000+ entertainment channels, including Netflix, M-GO, HBO GO, Hulu Plus,
        WatchESPN, Vudu, Amazon Instant Video, Pandora, PBS, and many more
      - Operate the Streaming Stick with your TV remote or a mobile device
      - Roku requires high-speed Internet and WiFi
      - The purple HDMI 2/HML jack is on the side of your TV
    - How to operate
      - Plug the Roku Streaming Stick into the purple MHL port on your TV
      - If your TV is turned on, press ENTER when a message appears
      - Your Roku Streaming Stick menu opens

Tablets

Insignia 10.1 Flex Tablet
- Insignia 10.1 Tablet 32GB Black @ bestbuy.com ($99.99) (02/20)
  - Model: NS-P10A8100
  - SKU: 5855801
  - Android 7.0 (Nougat) operating system
  - 10.1" screen with 1280 x 800 resolution
  - 32 GB internal storage plus microSD card
  - Quad-core processor
  - Pick it up at Midway/LBJ (on display there)
  - Has 32GB of internal memory, and its microSd card slot can handle 128GB
  - Includes micro-USB cable
  - Android 7.0 (Nougat) operating system
  - 10.1 screen with 1280 x 800 resolution
- Insignia FlexView Folio Case for most 10" Tablets @ bestbuy.com ($29.99) (02/20)
- NS-P10A8100 Support & Downloads @ insigniaproducts.com (02/20)
  - User Guide for 10.1" Flex Tablet for Android (02/20)
  - Quick Setup Guide (02/20)
  - Safety Sheet (02/20)
- Setup New Insignia after Factory Reset @ youtube.com (02/20)
  - Select English
  - Connect to WiFi (network and password)
  - Setup Gmail account
  - Don't restore a backup
  - Settings
    - Display brightness all the way up
    - Check sleep mode to "never"

Android

Android Help Center @ support.google.com (02/20)
- Find & delete downloads (02/20)
  - When you download books to use offline, you'll find that content in the app where you downloaded it
  - You won't find downloaded content like music or movies in the Downloads app
- How to Create a File Shortcut in Android @ tomsguide.com (02/20)
- Transfer files between your computer & Android device (02/20)
- Use SD cards in your Android device (02/20)
Android File Storage
- Where in the File System are Applications Installed @ android.stackexchange.com (02/20)
  - Pre-installed system apps are in /system/app with priviledged apps in
    /system/priv-app (which are mounted read-only)
  - Normal apps in internal memory go to /data/app
  - Some apps (encrypted on internal storage) go to /data/app-private
  - Apps stored on external memory go to an encrypted container in
    /mnt/sdcard/.android_secure
  - The apps data are stored below /data/data/(package_name) (internal storage)
    or on an external storage /mnt/sdcard/Android/data/(package_name)
  - These statements are valid for KitKat, Lillipop, and MAYBE later versions
Adoptable Storage
- How to Turn External SD card into Internal Storage on Marshmallow @ tomsguide.com (02/20)
  - Start with a blank SD card
  - Tap [Settings] > [Storage]
  - Select [SD Card], then tap the "three-dot menu" (top right)
  - Select [Settings]
  - Select "Format as internal", and then "Erase & Format"
  - Reboot your device
- How to Use SD Card as Internal (Adoptable) Storage on Android @ fossbytes.com (good article) (02/20)
  - Android encrypts the external SD card being used as internal storage
  - An app's developer must allow Android to install an app on the adopted storage
  - You can move your photos, files, and some apps to the adopted storage ("now" or "later")
  - To move photos, files, and app data to this device, go to [Settings] > [Storage]
- How to Move Android Apps to an SD Card @ tomsguide.com (02/20)
- How to Set Up new SD Card in Android for Extra Storage @ howtogeek.com (good info) (02/20)
  - You can migrate photos, files, and some apps "now" or "later"
  - If you choose to migrate "later", go to [Settings] > [Storage & USB]
  - Tap the drive
  - Tap the menu button
  - Select "Migrate data"
- Adopt SD Card in Android Marshmallow @ wikihow.tech (02/20)
  - Move apps when you want to
Transfer Files from Tablet <==> PC
- How to Use USB to Transfer Files @ dummies.com (02/20)
  - Connect Android tablet to PC by a USB cable
  - On PC, select Open Folder/Device to view files
  - Open the source and destination folder windows
  - Drag file icon(s) from one folder to another to copy
  - On the tablet, drag the file to the Download folder or to the root folder (if you can)
  - Close the folder windows, and disconnect the USB cable
- Transfer Files between your PC & Android Device @ support.google.com (02/20)
- 5 Easy Ways to Find & Open Downloads on Android @ joyofandroid.com (02/20)
  - Third party apps open files such as mobi, RAR, and Microsoft Office files
Android 7.0 (Nougat)
- Nougat @ android.com (02/20)
  - File-based encryption
  - Direct boot
- How to Manage Files and Use the File System on Android @ howtogeek.com (great article) (02/20)
  - For Android 6.x or newer
    - There is a built-in file manager
    - Settings > Storage > Other
    - It will show a full list of all files and folders on your internal storage
  - For Android 7.x or newer
    - The file manager is part of the "Downloads" app
    - It will shows certain type of files -- images, videos, music, and downloads
    - To see the full file system, go to Settings > Storage > Other
  - Android divides its storage
    - Device storage -- pool of storage you can access; many apps dump data files here
    - Portable SD Card -- portable storage
    - Device Root -- special filesystem for system files, installed apps;
      most file manager apps can't modify this file system
    - Storage for personal files
      - DCIM -- photos
      - Download -- files you downloaded
      - Movies, Music, Picture, Ringtones, Video -- folder for personal media files
      - You can browse these folders from any file manager
      - A single tap on a file will bring up a list of installed apps that claim they
        support that file type
      - You can work with files directly, opening them in apps like you would on
        your computer
- Android N Feature Spotlight: Built-In File Manager (02/20)
  - File browser is hidden in Settings -> Storage -> Explore
  - File actions are no longer limited to copying
  - You can rename items and move them to different folders
- Making Sense of you Android Storage Folders @ androidauthority.com (02/20)
  - Without root access, users only have access to the data partition
  - That is the partition you'll be looking at when you connect your
    Android device to your PC, or browse via a file manager
  - Your microSD card, if applicable, will also appear mounted under this
    user accessible data partition, which you can acces via PC or a file app
- Cool Features Hidden in Android 7.0 @ pcmag.com (02/20)
  - Split Screen -- exit by dragging the barrier all the way to one side
  - Switch back and forth between the two most recent apps by
    double tapping the recent app button
  - Display > Display size to embiggen all the text and icons
- Manage Storage Space
  - Install a micro SD card
  - Tap [Settings] > [Storage Settings], and select where you want your tablet to write files
  - Tap [Apps] > [File Manager] > [SD card]
  - Navigate to the file you want to open, then select an app to open it
- How to Unlock the Password Screen on an Insignia Flex Tablet @ youtube.com (02/20)
- SD Card Problem with Insignia Elite Tablet (02/20)
  - Reformat the SD card in NTFS (on the PC)
  - What you would need to do for Google Music while using Explorer on your PC:
  - Create folder 'Android'
  - Go to 'Android' and create folder 'data'
  - Go to 'data' and create folder 'com.google.android.music'
  - Go to 'com.google.android.music' and create two folders: 'cache' and 'files'
  - Go to folder 'files' and create two folders 'artwork' and 'music'
  - After all folders were created - plugin sd card back into your tablet and
    Google Music should see external storage
- Moving Data from Tablet to 32G SD Card (written in 2016) (02/20)
  - When they set up the image for this tablet they partitioned the internal memory
    into two partitions.
  - The first partition is considered to be "internal" memory, but is used up almost
    completely by the system and "bundled" apps.
  - The second partition is considered to be an external SD card.
  - When you insert a new SD card, it recognizes it as a place that you can store
    video and pictures or other files to and read them from.
  - But Android apparently wasn't designed to have more than one external storage location.
- MicroSD Card File Access (02/20)
  - I can download files and copy them to the MicroSD card, and I can copy files
    from the card to internal memory (using the Explorer app).
  - I can not open any files that are stored on the MicroSD card.
  - If I copy a file from the card to the internal memory, I can open it OK.
  - The MicroSD card might be accessible only by stock (pre-installed) apps.
- Insignia Flex Elite Opinions @ forum.xda-developers.com (02/20)
  - SD card only accessible for stock apps; probably mounted root only
  - I was finally able to use an app to xfer files after formatting the SD card to
    ntfs instead of fat32
  - The SD is only visible to system apps. Unless you format it NTFS, then it can be
    found by other apps. Need to figure out how to make shortcuts/symbolic links so it
    can be reached from areas other than /mnt as I think some apps expect it to show up
    in the storage folder and other places.
- Saving to SD Card on Flex 8 (02/20)
microSD Cards
- Turn off your tablet, insert the microSD card, and then turn on the tablet
- Format a 32GB SD card using FAT32
- Format a 64GB SD card using exFAT
- High Capacity microSD card and Android @ androidauthority.com (02/20)
- What is exFAT and Why is it Useful? @ digitalcitizen.life (02/20)

Android Apps

Android apps
Epub Reader Apps
- Adobe Acrobat Reader @ play.google.com (02/20)
- AIReader
  - AIReader @ play.google.com (02/20)
  - Can read books directly from the SD card (May 2017)
  - Copy your font *.tff to /sdcard/fonts, and restart app
  - Can not open files with ":" in the filename (file is stored in SD card with sdcardfs filesystem)
  - Can't access SD on Samsung Galaxy S5
- Cool Reader
  - Cool Reader @ play.google.com (02/20)
    - WILL NO LONGER ACCESS THE SD CARD (formatted as external storage)
    - For issues after update, remove directory SD/.cr3/cache and book database files SD/.cr3/*.sqlite
    - Windows version can be downloaded at Sourceforge.net (02/20)
  - Cool Reader GL @ play.google.com (02/20)
    - Optimized for new devices with high screen resolution and tablets
    - Some features of old Cool Readers are not yet implemented
    - Can be installed together with old Cool Reader
    - Doesn't recognize external memory card!!!!
  - How to Open Mobi Files on Android (using Cool Reader) @ joyofandroid.com (02/20)
    - Cool Reader has a built-in file manager
    - Open the app, and select "Browse file system"
    - Navigate to the desired folder, and tap on the desired book
- Lithium
  - Lithium: EPUB Reader @ play.google.com (02/20)
  - No ads
- Moon+ Reader
  - Moon+ Reader @ play.google.com (02/20)
  - Free version has ads, but you won't see them when you start reading
  - Can find the SD card
- ReadEra
  - ReadEra @ play.google.com (02/20)
  - No ads
  - Currently being updated

Windows 10

Everything You Need to Disable in Windows 10 (02/20)
- 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 (02/20)
Settings You Should Change Right Away @ laptopmag.com (02/20)
Windows 10: The Missing Manual CD-ROM @ oreilly.com (02/20)
User Interface
- How to Make Windows 10 Look and Feel Like Windows 7 (02/20)
- How to Make Windows 10 Look Like Other Windows Versions (02/20)
- Quick Fixes for Common Windows 10 Problems (02/20)
- 10 Ways to Customize the Windows 10 Start Menu @ howtogeek.com (02/20)
Antivirus
- How to Prevent a Conflict with Trial Antivirus in Windows 10 @ microcenter.com (02/20)
Cortana
- How to Disable Cortana in Windows 10's Anniversary Update (02/20)
Edge Browser
- Working with Favorites in Micrsoft Edge @ ghacks.net (02/20)
  - 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 (02/16)
  - 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!
- Manage Edge Favorites @ edgemanage.emmet-gray.com (02/20)
Internet Explorer
Utilities
- Get Old Win7-like Calculator in Windows 10 (02/20)
- Moffsoft FreeCalc (02/20)
- USB Recovery Drive, How to Create @ groovypost.com (02/20)
- USB Recovery Drive, How to Create @ winhelp.us (02/20)

Windows 11 Intro

Shortcuts Using Windows Key
- Win key ==> Open or close Start
- Win key + E ==> Open File Explorer
- Win Key + I ==> Settings
- Win Key + L ==> Lock the screen or switch accounts
- Win key + M ==> Minimize all windows
- Win key + shift + M ==> Maximize all windows
- Win key + R ==> Run
- win key + S ==> Search
- Win key + shift + S ==> Take a screenshot of part of the screen
- Win key + W ==> Widgets
- Win key + Z ==> Open snap layouts
- Win key + Pause ==> Open > Start > Settings > Systen > About
- Win key + PrtScn ==> Save full-screen screenshot to file
Keyboard Shortcuts in Windows @ support.microsoft.com (12/22)
Windows Logo Keyboard Shortcuts @ techrepublic.com (12/22)
Windows 11 - What Your Need to Know @ youtube.com (12/22)
Windows 11 vs Windows 10 @ digitaltrend.com (12/22)
Windows 11 Home vs Pro @ youtube.com (12/22)
Windows 11 Full Tutorial @ youtube.com (2 hours) (12/22)
Getting Started in Windows 11 @ youtube.com (12/22)
- Good information
- Right side of Task Bar -- Focus Assist
How to Use Windows 11 (Beginner's Guide) @ youtube.com (12/22)
- Personalization -- change wallpaper
What Sucks in Windows 11 @ youtube.com (12/22)
Microsoft Start is the New News Feed (replaces News) @ theverge.com (12/22)

Windows 11 Tips

6 Ways to Switch User Accounts @ makeuseof.com (12/22)
Auto Login in Windows 11 @ windowsreport.com (12/22)
Auto-Login After Update or Restart @ elevenforum.com (12/22)
Can't Remove the PIN in Windows 11 @ windows.report.com (12/22)
Create a local user account @ support.microsoft.com (12/22)
- Add a New User Account
  - Start > Settings > Accounts > Family & Other Users (or Other users)
  - Add other user > Add account
  - Select "I don't have this persons's sign-in information"
  - Select "Add a user without a Microsoft account"
  - Enter username, password, password hint (or choose security questions)
  - Click Next
- Change a Local User Account to an Administrator Account
  - Start > Settings > Account > Family & other users
  - Select the new local account name
  - Select "Change account type"
  - Under "Account type", select "Administrator"
  - Click OK
  - Sign in with the new administrator account
Change Lock Screen @ youtube.com (12/22)
Disable Lock Screen @ youtube.com (12/22)
Disable Web Search Results in Windows 11 @ pureinfotech.com (12/22)
Disable Unwanted Apps @ youtube.com (12/22)
Debloating Windows 11 @ youtube.com (12/22)
Fix Locked Out of Windows 11 Computer @ top-password.com (12/22)
How to Change Another User's Password @ lifewire.com (12/22)
How to Create a Windows Password Reset Disk @ lifewire.com (12/22)
How to Disable the Lock Screen @ makeuseof.com (12/22)
How to Disable News in Windows 11 Widgets @ allthings.how (12/22)
How to Open the Local Group Policy Editor @ digitalcitizen.com (12/22)
How to Sign into Win11 without Hello PIN or Password @ youtube.com (12/22)
Stuck at Lock Screen in Windows 11 @ appuals.com (12/22)
Windows 11 Settings You Should Change NOW @ youtube.com (12/22)

Add shortcuts to selected folders

Settings > Personalization > Start > Folders > select desired folders

Disable notifications

Right-click the Windows button
Settings > System > Notifications > Disable "Get Tips and Suggestions ..."

Disable ads

Settings > System > Privacy & Security > Windows Permissions General >
turn off all four options

Enhance privacy

Settings > System > Privacy & Security
Speech > turn off Online Speech Recognition
Inking & typing personalizion > turn it off
Diagnostic Data > turn off Send Optional Diagnostic Data and other settings
Activity History > turn off Local Activity Storage

App Permissions
Block Apps

Settings > Apps > Advanced Settings

Startup Apps

Settings > Apps > Startup

Sign in with local account

Settings > Accounts > Your Info
Top 20 Windows 11 Tips & Tricks @ youtube.com (12/22)

Pin Apps to Start List
Windows Snap Layouts
Change Taskbar Alignment
Turn Off Notifications and Tips
Settings > Privacy & Security > General > turn off settings tied to your advertising ID
File Explorer > ... > Options > View > turn off Show Sync Provider Notifications
Block Popups and Tracking in Edge browswer
Right-click Options
Widgets access information from the internet (remove widgets)
Task Bar > Task Bar Settings > Privacy & Security > Location
Search
Task Bar > Task Bar Settings > Time & Language > Autocorrect settings
Enable HDR (High Dynamic Range) -- setting for graphics card & monitor
Personalize Start Folders
Multiple desktops
Right-click desktop > View > Turn on/off Desktop Icons
12 Things You Should Do After Installing Windows 11 (Tech Gumbo) @ youtube.com (12/22)

Settings > Windows Update > Check for updates
System Restore Point
Personalize
Microsoft Startup Services -- in Taskbar > Startup > disable apps not used
Sign-in Options
Widgets Panel
Unwanted Taskbar Icons
Add Taskbar Apps
Privacy Settings
Power Plan
Do This IMMEDIATELY After Installing Windows 11 (UFD Tech) @ youtube.com (12/22)

Set up God Mode

Create a new folder on the desktop
Name the folder God Mode.{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C}
Open the folder and you have an easy desktop icon to all the Settings

How to Use Windows God Mode (UFD Tech) @ youtube.com (12/22)

Windows Master Control Panel Shortcut = God Mode
Create a new folder on your desktop
Text in Notepad: God Mode.{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C}
Rename the folder to that string; hit ENTER
A blank folder to created on the desktop
When you click on the blank folder, it opens the magic of God Mode
You can open the folder, right-click a setting, and create a shortcut to that setting on the desktop

Adjust the default browser
Update drivers

When installing updates, check for updates, and then go to the Advanced
Update Options and click "optional updates". This is where you will find all
your driver updates.

Settings > Accounts > Your Info > Sign in with a local account instead
When you install windows, tell it you don't have an internet connection,
and it will setup a local account.
Unplug yourself from the internet while installing, and you will get an
offline account.
Create a system restore point
"Everything" by Void tools will search for files on your PC
Windows 11 Pro will allow you to install with a local account
If you tell it that you are setting this new computer up for work and that
you want to join a domain, it will let you create a local account when you
install windows 11
Finding Files on Windows 11

Search from the Taskbar -- your PC and OneDrive
Open File Explorer

Search from Home
To find files stored inside a folder, search from a folder like Downloads
To do a slow, in-depth search, search from This PC instead of Home
Windows 11 - Removing Microsoft's Spyware @ youtube.com (12/22)
Windows 11 Slow? @ easeus.com (12/22)
Do NOT Shut Down Your Computer @ youtube.com (12/22)

Restart kills all the processes, NOT Shutdown
In Win8, Microsoft introduced Fast Startup; this became the Windows default
Control Panel > Power Options > Choose what the Power Button Does
Turn off Fast Startup
If the settings is greyed out, click "Choose Settings that are currently unavailable"
Now a Shutdown will act like a clean reboot
In Win11 you can right-click the screen and shutdown/restart from there
Apps Might Be Blurry @ thegeekpage.com (12/22)

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Windows 11 Apps

Why I Prefer Edge to Chrome @ youtube.com (12/22)

5 Mind-Blowing Windows Apps @ youtube.com (12/22)

Windows 11 Uninstall Preinstalled Apps @ winaero.com (12/22)

Widgets

Stay Up to Date with Widgets @ support.microsoft.com (12/22)

Widgets display dynamic content from your favorite apps and services on
your Windows desktop
Each widget is powered by a different app or service
The way to change your privacy settings for a widget is to change them for
the app or service that powers that widget
You can sign out of the Widgets board? (from your profile)
Hide a Widget

Select a Widget
Click "More options ..." (upper-right corner)
Select "Hide this Widget"
This will sign you out of the selected app or service

How to Disable News in Windows 11 Widgets @ allthings.how (12/22)

You can't diable all news from Widgets
You can hide news from certain sources, or you can unfollow unwanted interests
Hide stories or news sources you don't like

Open Widgets > click "See more ..." (bottom right of story)
Select "Hide stories from this source"

Remove interests to stop news feed on Widgets

You get new based on the topics and interests on your Microsoft Start service
Open Widgets > Click profile picture (top-right corner)
Click "Manage interests"
Click "Followed interests"
Uncheck topics you no longer want, or block all news from that topic
Click "Followed sources"
Unclick news sources

How to Hide, Disable, or Uninstall Widgets in Windows 11 @ nerdschalk.com (12/22)

How to Completely Remove Widgets in Windows 11 @ youtube.com (12/22)

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Windows 11 Problems

Fix Windows 11 Startup Problems @ youtube.com (12/22)

Get Help with Activation Problems @ support.microsoft.com (12/22)

How to Fix the Blurry Font Problem in Windows 11 @ thegreekkpage.com (12/22)

News and Interests Suddenly Eats All Memory and Disk @ answers.microsoft.com (12/22)

Recovery Options in Windows @ support.microsoft.com (12/22)

Stuck at the Lock Screen @ appuals.com (12/22)

Fix #1: force a restart (power button on your PC)
Fix #2: reload the login-interface by CTRL+ALT+DELETE

"User Profile Service Failed the Sign-in" Error @ allthings.how (12/22)

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Microsoft Account & Windows 11

Activate Windows 11 @ support.microsoft.com (12/22)

A product key is a 25-character code used to activate Windows. What you'll
see is PRODUCT KEY: XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX.
Find your product key either on the device packaging or on the
Certificate of Authenticity (COA) attached to your device.

Windows 11 Pro Will Soon Require a Microsoft Account and Internet Connection
During Install @ youtube.com (12/22)

How to Switch from Microsoft Account to Local Account on Windows 11 @ pureinfotech.com (12/22)

Settings > Accounts > Your Info > Account Settings
Select [Sign in a local account instead]
Click [Next]
Confirm your Microsoft Account password
Enter your local account info
Click [Next]
Click the [Sign out and Finish] button

How to Manage Your Security Questions for a Local Windows Account @ zdnet.com (12/22)

Initially log in using a Microsoft Account
In Windows 11, choose to sign in with local account
When you switch to a local account, you're NOT prompted to create the
security questions
Microsoft neglected to equip Windows 11 with an obvious way to change
your security questions and answers
Win key + R to open a Run dialog box
In the Open field, type the following string:
ms-cxh://setsqsalocalonly
Your are prompted to enter your local account password
Now you can update the three security questions and answers
Click Finish

How to Manage Security Questions in a Local Account @ gettotext.com (12/22)

How to Change Security Question @ answers.microsoft.com (12/22)

Settings > Accounts > Connection options > Password
Click on "Update your security questions"
I don't know if this is for Win10 and Win11, or just Win10

I Still Don't Want a Microsoft Account @ youtube.com (12/22)

Windows 11 Pro DOES require a Microsoft account
Use the Microsoft account to sign in, then change to a local account.

Reset Your Windows Local Account Password @ support.microsoft.com (12/22)

Add security questions when you setup your local account

How to Change Sign-in Option on Windows 11 @ windowscentral.com (12/22)

How to Change Security Questions @ windowscentral.com (12/22)

Change or Reset Your User Password @ support.microsoft.com (12/22)

If you added security questions when you set up your local account for
Windows 11, then you can answer security questions to sign back in
Make sure your device name isn't the same as your local user account name
(the name you see when you sign in)

Create a Local User or Administrator Account @ support.microsoft.com (12/22)

What is Yor Computer Name @ digitalcitizen.life (12/22)

Create a Password Reset Disk @ support.microsoft.com (12/22)

If you use a local account in Window 11, you should create a password reset
disk using a USB flash drive as soon as possible. Then, if you forget your
password, you can reset it.

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XP Software (Port to Windows 7)

DLL Files

AstroTrader references:

COMCTL32.DLL (XP = 5.82.2900.6028; Win10 = 5.82.19041.1110) not explicitly mentioned
GDI32.dll (XP = 5.1.2600.5512; Win10 = 10.0.19041.1620)
kernel32.dll (XP = 5.1.2600.5781; Win10 = 10.0.19041.1741)
KERNELBASE.dll (XP = unknown; Win10 = 10.0.19041.1741)
ntdll.dll (XP = 5.1.2600.6055; Win10 = 10.0.19041.1741)
user32.dll (XP = 5.1.2600.5512; Win10 = 10.0.19041.1503)
win32u.dll (XP = win32k 5.1.2600.6119; Win10 = 10.019041.1766)

Win32k Lockdown

On Windows you have both the normal NT system calls and Win32k system calls for
accessing the GUI
Microsoft moved a significant portion of what was user-mode code into the kernel
(becoming the driver, win32k.sys)
This made Win32k a large fragile mess
With release of Windows 8, Microsoft introduced the System Call Disable Policy,
which allows a developer to completely block access to the Win32k system call table
Three main system DLLs that can be called by an application which end up issuing
system calls to Win32k -- USER32, GDI32 and IMM32

Windows XP DLL File Information @ xpdll.nifsoft.net (07/22)

"Invalid ImageList" Error

Application suddenly reports invalid imagelist @ stackoverflow.com (07/22)

One possible reason is that COMCTL32.DLL is a "wrong" one

DLL Library Search Order @ docs.microsoft.com (07/22)

DLL Hijacking @ medium.com (07/22)

How to Recode DLL Files using dotpeek @ youtube.com (07/22)

Application Manifests @ docs.microsoft.com (07/22)

Manifests @ docs.microsoft.com (07/22)

x86 Disassembly (Disassemblers and Decompilers) @ wikibooks.org (07/22)

Inspecting Programs that ran on XP

Tools to Check Dependency Files Needed by Application @ raymond.cc (07/22)

CFF Explorer @ ntcore.com (free and portable; nice program) (07/22)

Dependencywalker.com (free and portable) (07/22)

Dependency Walker's Help File @ dependencywalker.com (07/22)

PeStudio @ winitor.com (07/22)

Download PeStudio Standard @ winitor.com (free and portable) (07/22)
PeStudio Standard Overview @ medium.com (07/22)

Windows binaries are packed in a format called Portable Executable, or PE
PeStudio can perform property analysis (strings, library imports, etc)
PeStudio is a Windows application that does not require installation
Unpack the file into its own directory
The "xml" directory contains the configuration files
Open PeStudio, and then drag a file to the window (or File > Open File)

XP Emmulator on Windows 10

How to Set Up Windows XP Emulator for Windows 10 @ lifewire.com (07/22)

How to Download and Install Windows XP for Free @ makeuseof.com (07/22)

Virtual Box User's Manual @ virtualbox.org (07/22)

Download Windows XP Mode @ softonic.com (07/22)

Windows XP Professional @ softwarekeep.com ($83.99) (07/22)

XP .ini File

How to Open and Edit INI Files @ lifewire.com (06/22)

INI files can be opened and changed with any text editor (like Notepad)
INI files contain keys (also called properties) and some use optional sections
to group keys together
Some INI files may have a semicolon within the text; this indicates a comment
If you're getting "access denied" messages when trying to edit an INI file,
it means you don't have the proper administrative privileges to make changes to it
You can fix this by opening the text editor with admin rights, or copying the
file to your desktop, changing it, and then pasting the edit file over the original one

XP Registry

In Windows XP, the registry is saved in separate files in the windows directory
The Windows XP registry files are located in the %systemroot%/system32/config directory*
In Windows 10, the registry files are under C:\Windows\System32\Config\

Microsoft Registry Help and Support @ computerhope.com (06/22)

Registry @ computerhope.com (06/22)

When Windows was first released, it relied heavily on .ini files to store Windows
and Windows programs configurations and settings
Most Windows programs rely on settings made in the Windows registry after being
installed.

How Do I Open and Edit the Windows Registry @ computerhope.com (06/22)

How to Edit the Registry from the Command Line @ computerhope.com (06/22)

How to Backup and Restore the Windows Registry @ computerhope.com (06/22)

XP Spider Solitaire

Spider Solitaire - XP Version Works in Windows 7 (and 10) (02/20)

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 (02/20)

Classic Menu for Office 2010, 2013, and 365 @ addintools.com (02/20)

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