Category Archives: Solutions to Problems
The benefits of a VPS and Linux
When it comes to web hosting there are a number of available options, but the most economically efficient option is the use of a Virtual Private Server (VPS) running the Linux operating system. The control and security benefits of a … Continue reading
Get Dropbox for Online Backups and Data Sharing
I have a few laptops. One for working… one for the home… and one for traveling. What I’ve been using lately is Dropbox to do some online backups of important files, and also to do some data sharing such as … Continue reading
My iTunes Skipping Problem
I install iTunes and it’s some good software however I’ve been having an issue. iTunes skips, it’s not skipping songs, but it’s skipping through the song as if the sync was off. A skipping MP3 is pretty weird. So I’ve … Continue reading
10 Ways to get Drunk for Five Dollars or Less
Top 10 Ways to get Drunk for Five Dollars or Less Continue reading
BCMLogon.dll Issue with Logon Screen – A recently installed program has disabled the Welcome screen and Fast User Switching
A recently installed program has disabled the Welcome screen and Fast User Switching. To restore these features, you must uninstall the program. The following file name might help you identify the program that made the change: C:\WINDOWS\system32\BCMLogon.dll Continue reading
Take a dump – MYSQL
Real quick, this is how you do a mysql dump. You’ll need your password of course. It’s a great way to backup your database. # mysqldump -u USERNAME -h localhost -p YOUR_DB_NAME | gzip -9 > YOUR_DB_NAME.sql.gz
How to Clear & Clean Qmail Queue Quickly!
Clear / Clean Qmail Queue Completely, Safely & Fast. Continue reading
Command Prompt Disappears Solution
Windows XP Command Line CMD Compand Prompt Disappears and won’t ping. NTVDM CPU has encountered an illegal instruction Continue reading
Samsung N140 Can’t see full screen
Here’s a problem I had with my Samsung N140 Netbook. I’m not able to see the entire full screen when I install apps or run some apps. What this means is that the agree check boxes, cancel buttons, and ok/accept … Continue reading
IE8: How to remove the ICQ “New Tab” Search
How to remove ICQ from “New Tab” search in Internet Explorer How do I uninstall the ICQ “New Tab” Search from Internet Explorer 8? It’s easy to remove ICQ from your browser, you need to run an uninstaller. Find out … Continue reading
How to remove ICQ default search in FF
How to remove ICQ default search in FireFox I installed ICQ 7 the other (ICQ 7.2) and it took over my PC a little. It installed a toolbar for FireFox and Internet Explorer and also set itself as the default … Continue reading
Windows Mobility Center is available only for laptops!?
I’m running Windows 7 on my laptop and I got an error today “Windows Mobility Center is available only for laptops” which made me go “whaaaaaaaaaaat?” because I am using a laptop. Well I found out the problem is due … Continue reading
Apple Innovation at It’s Finest
The Onion broke the story on Apple’s new Macbook Wheel.
Battling Teen Migraines
Below are some causes that might trigger teen migraines and a handful useful steps on how parents can help their suffering teenagers. Migraines are painful and can last a long time while interfering with your day to day life. This … Continue reading
Acne Medicine – A Look into Easy Treatments
Here’s an overview of two acne medications that will help clear your skin up! Continue reading
How to Clean a Bathroom
Cleaning the bathroom is the most important things that every person should know. Continue reading
The Beer Launching Fridge
If only I could find a way to hook up a catheter, this would be awesome: The Beer Launcher
Strange text errors after MYSQL database transfer
I recently moved a database from one mysql server to another and ended up with some weird text. It seems that some characters were changed into some crazy text. Here’s what I found and here’s what I think they were … Continue reading
How To Tie A Tie
Once you’ve mastered the technique, you won’t need a mirror to look dapper in your favorite tie. These instructions will teach you to tie a four-in-hand knot. Continue reading
