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Updating DirectX in Windows XP and Vista

DirectX is a multimedia system that is one of the key components of Microsoft Windows. Keeping it updated is an important way to make sure you are getting the most out of your games and using your video card to the utmost of its capabilities.

Published by Bill Fulks (9,856 pts

) on Dec 29, 2008 to
Windows Platform Articles

Glary Utilities 2.9: System Maintenance, Windows Registry, and Performance Enhancements

Glary Utilities does a lot more than clean up your Windows registry (although it does that very well). Find out what else this versatile program, free for home use, can do to help secure and maintain your system.

Published by Otto Schlosser (179 pts

) on Dec 29, 2008 to
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SIW: System Information for Windows - Performance Enhancing Freeware & Portable

Need to know what hardware is installed in your computer? Looking for your product keys or need to know what drivers are installed? SIW is an excellent tool for home users, and impressively comes as freeware. What is more SIW's powerful database identifies almost all hardware available today.

Published by Steve Mallard (6,270 pts

) on Dec 29, 2008 to
Windows Platform Reviews

Campaign Cartographer Pro - Sharing Maps and Community Support

As we continue our review of Profantasy's Campaign Cartographer 2 Pro, we take a look at the ease with which you can share and view user-created maps. We also examine what community support can be expected, and finally decide if the price is worth the product.

Published by Milawe (351 pts

) on Dec 26, 2008 to
Windows Platform Reviews

A Look at Campaign Cartographer Pro - First Impressions

The CAD program Campaign Cartographer Pro can be used to make your own fantasy and sci-fi maps. In this segment of our review, we take a look at the user interface, available graphical symbols, and how easy it is to use even if you are artistically challenged.

Published by Milawe (351 pts

) on Dec 26, 2008 to
Windows Platform Reviews

How to Update Java in Windows XP and Vista

This article will explain how to update or downgrade Java in both Windows XP and Vista systems. It will also cover how to disable the automatic updates, which can sometimes increase PC boot times.

Published by Bill Fulks (9,856 pts

) on Dec 26, 2008 to
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21 More Ways to Speed Up Vista: Part 4 - Install Windows Updates

This step-by-step Windows Vista tutorial provides instruction on how to stay current on Windows updates to ensure the stability and security of your system, and speed up performance.

Published by Dianna Monda Dill (3,289 pts

) on Dec 24, 2008 to
Windows Platform Articles

Uninstall Microsoft Internet Explorer

Every year Internet Explorer comes out with newer versions of the software and every new version will have newly added features or bug fixes. But what if you prefer an older version to the one you just installed? We'll take a look at how to uninstall Internet Explorer.

Published by Indu Priya (1,101 pts

) on Dec 23, 2008 to
Windows Platform Articles

TCP/IP for Absolute Beginners

TCP/IP may have you a little confused. This tutorial explains the process of obtaining and issuing IP addresses. Included in this tutorial are TCP/IP hacks and tweaks. This series teaches the absolute beginner the TCP/IP protocol.

Published by Steve Mallard (6,270 pts

) on Dec 22, 2008 to
Windows Platform Articles

Capturing Video, Taking Screenshots, and Benchmarking Video Games: A Review of Fraps from Beepa Software

Fraps is a full-featured Windows utility that allows gamers to conveniently display frames per second, take screenshots, and record video during full-screen gaming.

Published by John Garger (7,665 pts

) on Dec 19, 2008 to
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Updating DirectX in Windows XP and Vista

Glary Utilities 2.9: System Maintenance, Windows Registry, and Performance Enhancements

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A Look at Campaign Cartographer Pro - First Impressions

How to Update Java in Windows XP and Vista

21 More Ways to Speed Up Vista: Part 4 - Install Windows Updates

Uninstall Microsoft Internet Explorer

TCP/IP for Absolute Beginners

Capturing Video, Taking Screenshots, and Benchmarking Video Games: A Review of Fraps from Beepa Software

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