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Windows 7 Kills Dumbledore

Lokonopa — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 20:12:01 +0000

That's right, Windows 7 is already smashing pre-order records on Amazon. It's definitely a good sign that I will be supporting Windows 7 in the near future professional instead of Windows XP for the rest of my life. Here is the link. I, for one, am excited about Windows 7. I have been using it since January, [...]

In Apple We Antitrust

Lokonopa — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 14:21:10 +0000

An apparent leak has been revealed that Microsoft will be shipping Windows 7 without Internet Explorer already bundled. While it is not the first time we've seen Microsoft hit with anti-trust lawsuits recently, many can only imagine why no one complains about Apple bundling all of their applications by default without alternatives out of the [...]

Digitus Medius to Consumerist Masochist

Lokonopa — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 05:05:37 +0000

It's official: Apple and AT&T gave the middle finger to their loyal existing customers this week. There isn't much to say in regards to the reason why it's a big middle finger, but it's more of a question as to why should everyone care so much. No one really expects AT&T and Apple to give [...]

Windows 7, Antitrust Lawsuits, and Linux

Lokonopa — Sun, 24 May 2009 09:02:03 +0000

No one can ignore the fact that Microsoft is losing market share. Not to their Apple rival, but to a completely different beast. Microsoft may have a lot to fear now that Linux has become quite a force in a variety of different areas.

While Microsoft will not go under as a company, the prestige and respect that was associated with Windows over the last several years may have been tainted by negative media reports, Steve Ballmer, antitrust issues, and rising alternatives.

Windows Live SkyDrive

Lokonopa — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 20:00:54 +0000

Late last year, SkyDrive received a big boost in storage capacity. No longer do we have a measly 5GB, but 25GB. Imagine what you can do with 25GB of secure storage. I know I found a few uses. You do not need Windows Live Messenger installed to use the ActiveX IE drag and drop tools. Here [...]

Governing Windows into Submission: Part Three

Lokonopa — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 18:59:44 +0000

System Optimization Browser Temporary Files: First thing is first, clearing out temporary files and other browsing data will irritate other users. Also, there is little reason to worry about temporary information unless it's a real security issue. There is little benefit to clearing out temporary files more than once a month. It does not speed up [...]

Windows 7: The Long Awaited XP Replacement

Lokonopa — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 15:00:42 +0000

Balmer's keynote is finished and the reports are everywhere. Ballmer said that the next Windows O/S is the best version yet. The world may agree with him soon because Windows 7 Beta will go public as of today, Friday, January 9th. I find this an excellent time for everyone who has an unused computer to [...]

2009 Predictions: Apple

Lokonopa — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 15:06:30 +0000

Hi, my name is Dan. I use a combination of systems including OS X 10.4 Tiger, Fedora, SabayonLinux, Debian, and Ubuntu. I also have FreeBSD, OpenBSD, and OpenSolaris installed. I do not see it as a hobby. It has been necessary that I learn multiple operating systems a year. The knowledge and experience gained in [...]

Comparing the Big Three

Lokonopa — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 19:59:02 +0000

Note: The following is only a comparison. I see this a guide to many in the main areas of Linux, Windows, and Mac operating systems. This in no way rates them. I have over 13 operating systems installed on systems ranging from OS X, Linux, BSD, and Windows. I may have an addiction, but I [...]

Windows: Command.com The Parameter is Incorrect Error

Lokonopa — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 18:39:03 +0000

Not a common problem, but irritating. Know this: your system is fine. There is no need to perform an entire System File Check or repair your system using the Windows installation disc. Your command line interpreter is fine, you can still access cmd.exe. Here is the solution for the "command.com the parameter is incorrect" seemingly [...]

Governing Windows into Submission: Part Two

Lokonopa — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 05:51:55 +0000

Services Windows services can be a long discussion given the variety of Windows users out there with an endless amount of hardware and software configurations. Trial and error is the key here. Although, I will explicitly describe which services cannot be disabled or risk the stability of the entire system. The services in this article are mainly discussed for Windows XP Professional Service Pack 3. This will allow coverage for all the services featured in both Windows XP Home and Professional. I use Windows XP Professional Service Pack 3 and I only have 24 services set to automatic. Most of those are not Windows related. Several are LogMeIn, HP printer, FileZilla server, and security software. Please keep in mind that every PC has different needs. I claim no responsibility in the consequences of this article to readers.