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How to Test Windows 7 Safely

Windows 7 RC is out, and you can get it for free. BUT it may harm your computer if you install it as another operating system. Here is how to download, install and test this OS safely, and better yet, you don't have to pay anything!

Steps

1. Download VirtualBox here and install it. Unless if you want to risk harming your PC, you will need this. It will say something about Windows Logo testing but, unless if you are worried, ignore it. If you are worried you can either contact Sun Microsystems (the vendor) or download an alternative.
2. Once installed, register an account with Sun. VirtualBox can now be used, but for the time being, close it.
3. Now you have everything to run Windows 7, you must now install Windows 7. Start here.
4. Scroll down the page and you will see two versions of the OS, one 32-bit and one 64-bit. To determine which bit version you need, you would want to know which bit version your PC is now. This page has all you need to know about finding out your bit-version.
5. Click on the link corresponding to you. Remember to choose your language first (English, German, Japanese, Spanish or French).
6. You will be asked to enter your Windows Live ID. If you have Windows Live Messenger (MSN), it will be exactly the same as that, and should be (name)@hotmail.com or (name)@live.com (if you live in another country than the USA, .com will be the main domain suffix (e.g. the UK would be hotmail.co.uk, France would be hotmail.fr, Canada would be hotmail.ca, etc.) ).
7. Answer the questions on the next page. Your e-mail address can be the same as your Live ID or anything different.
8. Once completed, check your e-mail inbox. There should be one from Microsoft. Click on the link in the e-mail.
9. You will eventually end up at a screen with a product key and the download link. Note down the product key (or print thr page if you have a printer connected) and click on the download link. If you do not have Java, you can download it for free from the Sun Microsystems website here.
10. Allow anything which pops up. You can click on "Details" to see how long it will take. If you are on high-speed broadband, this download will take 1-2 hours. If you are on a dial-up connection, I recommend you cancel this download immediately, as your dial-up will most likely be switched off, plus it will take around all day to download.
11. Once you have downloaded the .iso file (wait until it says 'Download complete', do NOT do anything with the .dlm file, as it is only a partial download file), open Sun xVM VirtualBox. You should already have a Sun account.
12. Click on the 'New' icon. This will load up a wizard to create a new virtual machine.
13. Click on Next. Name the machine something like 'Windows 7 RC'. The Operating System is 'Microsoft Windows', and the Version is 'Windows 7'.
14. It says that the recommended base memory is 512mb. It should be at least 1024mb. If your computer has less than 1.5gb (1536mb), the PC on which you are running on will crash, so you cannont install Windows 7 virtually.
15. The next page is asking you to create a virtual harddisk. Make one. Name it something like 'HardDisk', make it an expanding hard drive, and let it have 160gb of disk space (if your physical drive has enough space itself).
16. The last screen will be a summary of your new virtual machine. It should look exactly like this:

Name: Windows 7 RC OS Type: Windows 7 Base Memory: 1024 MB Boot Hard Disk: HardDisk.vdi (Normal, 160.00 GB)

1. Press Finish, and you will see your virtual machine, powered off, in the menu. You now need to associate the ISO with your machine.
2. You should see a setting called 'CD/DVD-ROM', under it 'Not Mounted'. Click on it. Ignore the orange text below, and tick Mount CD/DVD Drive. Click on ISO Image File, then the folder, then Add. Locate the ISO image file. Click on OK. You have now mounted the OS with your virtual machine, meaning it will be like an Installation disc.
3. You'll see the VirtualBox startup image, then a line of text telling you to press any key to boot from CD. Press any key, and you will see a bar saying that Windows is loading files.
4. Once loaded, you'll see the Windows 7 startup screen. At this point you may see a dialog saying you need to free up memory. Go into Task Manager (Ctrl+Alt+Delete) and look at the PF usage. Close all the programs you can in the taskbar, then go into processes and End the ones you know are safe to end, such as iPodService.exe, firefox.exe (if you can understand the rest), iTunesHelper.exe, etc. Try not to end any saying that the User Name is SYSTEM or LOCAL SERVICE.

Tips

• Remember to note down the product key.
• As VirtualBox has not passed Windows Logo testing, your PC may say that you should cancel the installation and contact the vendor. Although VirtualBox does no harm, there is another Virtual PC program called Virtual PC 2007, which you can download from the Microsoft website here

Warnings

• The creator of this article used a 32-bit version of Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 3. Take caution if you do not have this version.
• There is a small possibility that, if you restart your PC with the Windows 7 CD inserted, the PC may boot from CD, meaning it will attempt to install Windows 7 as the main OS. Always remove the CD before rebooting your PC.
• This is a Release Candidate, meaning that there are most likely glitches in the Operating System. If you do not want to install the OS virtually, you can wait until around December 2009 and buy the full version for around $100-175.

Things You'll Need

• VirtualBox 3.0.2 (there are different versions for Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, Solaris and OpenSolaris)
• A Windows Live ID
• An e-mail address (your Windows Live ID can substitute as one)
• A 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows XP Home Edition/Professional (it can be older but is highly recommended)
• At least 160GB of drive capacity. You can install it on any drive you like, so if you are really desperate you can buy a new drive and fit it in.
• Some technical knowledge and a lot of patience.
• A pen and paper, or a printer.
  

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How to Speed Up a Slow Windows Computer

Windows PCs typically slow down as applications are installed and used. Each application increases the size of the Windows Registry file resulting in increasing the amount of time for the file to be processed and loaded. Whether using word processing, spreadsheets, internet, games or anything else, hard drives fill with temporary files that do not always get removed when no longer needed. Read on to learn of ways to help keep a PC running smoothly with little or no money.

Steps

1. Stop all unused applications. The Taskbar is on the bottom edge of the screen (unless relocated by the user). In the right side of the Taskbar appears a group of small icons, collectively named the system tray. Each of these icons represent a program that has been at least partially started or is running "in the background". Regardless of state, each represents a reduction of available memory and processing power, or resources. Closing, exiting or canceling any unused icon returns those resources to the system, and becomes available for use by the application(s) started specifically by the user.
   
   • There is a utility built in to Windows XP and Vista called the Process Explorer. The program file is procexp.exe. This will list all programs running on your Windows system. It is more comprehensive than the Task Manager, and hovering your mouse pointer over any program name will tell you what it is.
   • A utility is built into Windows that can enable/disable taskbar programs and processes from automatically loading with Windows. To access it, go to Start > Run > type in “MSCONFIG” and click OK. If you do not know what a process does, Google its name. Do not disable processes if you do not know what they do, as some are necessary for your computer to function normally.
   • A useful program called "Game Booster" by the people who wrote the Advanced SystemCare V3 software will temporarily disable unnecessary background processes and boost performance on your computer when you are actively using only one program; such as a game program or video editing software. When you are finished, you can resume "normal mode" and all the background processes will be reloaded.
   
   
2. Do a shut down/reboot also known as a cold reboot. Some programs do not release memory properly when they close. Even doing a warm restart will not release some of the drivers and other core programs in memory. The computer has to be completely shut down and then restarted. The Windows system is designed to hold on to those programs for a period of time. Shutting down the system for 30 seconds will cause the chips to "forget" the settings, an they will start anew when you restart the system. Curing these 'Memory Leaks' is as simple as rebooting the machine when it starts getting sluggish. 
3. Empty the Recycle Bin. Simply deleting files from the disk doesn't really delete them at all, rather they are moved to a temporary holding area on the hard drive for easy restoration. This area is called the Recycle Bin and is usually displayed on the Desktop. Review the contents before emptying. Once emptied, the space on the hard drive that the data occupied is made available for reuse and the restoration of files emptied from the recycle bin becomes extremely difficult. Note that this will only speed up your computer if the hard drive is nearly full. 
4. Uninstall all applications that are no longer needed. When applications and games are installed to a Windows PC, in addition to copying files to the new application directory, some files are written in the Windows directory structure and dozens (or more) changes are made to the Windows Registry file. Most of these changes are not readily apparent to the user, so proper removal requires uninstalling the application through the Control Panel's "Add or Remove Program" or "Programs and Features" icon. If the program is not listed in the Control Panel use the "uninstall" command provided by the application. Simply deleting the entire application directory is not the same as uninstalling, as all the files written to the Windows directory and changes to the Windows Registry file will remain and may be reloaded when the system is rebooted. Make sure that you do not uninstall any programs that are required by others. e.g. iTunes® will not work if Quicktime® is uninstalled, and many programs rely on other Microsoft programs.
5. Run "Error Checking" on all hard drives. Right-click a drive icon in "My Computer" and select "Properties" followed by "Tools". Choose "Error Checking" to let the utility scan the drive for damaged files that can contribute to slow drive access speeds. This process may take several minutes or more to complete. 
6. Run "Defragment" on all hard drives. Right-click a drive icon in "My Computer" and select "Properties" followed by "Tools". Choose "Defragment" to let the utility clean up fragmented files and consolidate free space on the drive. This should be done at least once per week, or more often if the PC is used heavily. Some versions of Windows allow for the scheduling of this utility, and in those cases could be set to run automatically without ever having to manually run again. This process may take anywhere from several minutes to an hour or more to complete depending on size of the drive(s) and amount of unused capacity or free space. Consider starting the defragment process so that it will run over night or prior to logging off. After completion the speed of hard drive read and write times may improve significantly. There are also stand-alone defragmenting programs available from other developers available for download that may or may not charge a fee for use. 
7. Run CCleaner. CCleaner is a freeware application^[1] that can perform an entire suite of Windows PC optimizations. Included are options to help protect privacy, system and registry cleaning among others. It has a loyal user base as shown by the number of downloads (over 300 million), is fully supported and is adware and spyware free. Follow the link above to the application's webpage for complete details. There are other system optimizers available from other developers available for download that may or may not charge a fee for use. 
8. Install anti-virus software and keep it current. Anti-virus (AV) software is an absolute must. There are many from which to choose at the software store, but there are free AV solutions that do a very good job, too. Three popular free AV solutions are Avast!, AVG, and Avira AntiVir. All include regular "virus definition" file updates that allow the AV program to detect and protect from the latest virii being released. Note that while installing antivirus software actually slows down your computer, it does not slow it down as much as malware does. 
9. Relocate the Swapfile or Virtual Memory file. These files (depending on Windows version installed) are hidden and are usually located on the Windows drive (usually "C:") If there is a second physical hard drive in the system, consider moving to the secondary drive. Ideally, these files work best when located on the fastest and largest (in terms of free space) drive in the system. The procedure for changing the location varies by version of Windows, and is not detailed here at this time as it is fairly advanced. 
10. Find and Delete Temporary Files. Temporary Files are used for supporting some applications for a limited period of time and left unused for later. Go to "C:\Documents and Settings\\Local Settings\Temp" (Windows XP), "C:\Users\\AppData\Local\Temp" (Windows Vista), or "%TEMP%" (any version of Windows) and delete all the files from this folder. If there is a problem deleting one or more files, skip those files and remove the rest. This will free a lot of space on the drive. The Temporary Internet Files directory can also be emptied
11. Add memory. Adding memory will boost system performance if your system does not have enough. Generally having twice the recommended hardware for an operating system will yield good performance. The hardware specifications may be found on the Microsoft website or on Wikipedia. While unfortunately not a free solution, it is one of the most effective ways of boosting performance. The computer's operating system is important to know when selecting memory upgrades. Newer computers run either 32 bit or 64 bit operating systems. A 64 bit (x64 or x86-64) Windows Operating System can support more memory than is currently available, whereas a 32 bit (x86) version of Windows will only recognize up to 3.25 - 3.5 GB regardless of how much more is installed. Increasing the amount of memory installed reduces the need for the computer to keep reading data from the hard drive (which is slower), since it can keep it in the memory. Regardless if the computer is running a 32 bit or 64 bit Operating System, check the motherboard or system documentation to determine size, type, speed and permissible configurations of memory before purchasing and installing additional memory. A 64 bit operating system and a 64 bit motherboard and CPU are required to use more than 4 GB of memory. Systems with lower amounts of memory (256 MB to 1 GB) installed receive the greatest boost when increased to 2 GB or more (as this represents a 100-400% increase in system memory). 32 bit systems that already have 2 GB or more already installed receive a less noticeable boost when upgraded, as most of the extra memory will go unused.
12. Replace your main hard drive and keep it cool: It has been observed, particularly on laptops, that replacing the hard disk without changing anything else (i.e. by a direct sector to sector copy) can drastically speed-up an old PC... which will slow down again after some time. This suggests that, especially on laptop computers, hard drive overheating can produce bad sectors, which are quickly detected and moved/hidden by the hard drive itself. But, in the mean time, this causes some hidden frangmentation which may slow down the whole computer. 
13. Be realistic. The "high end" computer purchased as new 5 years ago may run the latest version of Windows, but that doesn't mean that it will do it very well. Technology marches on and it seems there is a game of "one-up-man-ship" played between software developers and hardware designers. Regardless, eventually new software will require new hardware or vice-versa. It seems that the amount of frustration you can endure best determines how long you will run your current setup. 
14. Original OS. Restore the original operating system it came with. If it's an old windows 3.1 machine, put 3.1 back on and it will probably run like new. Be aware though, web security software and browsers are rarely backward compatable to a machine of this vintage.

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Upgrading from Windows XP to Windows 7 (Step 5)

Step 5: Reinstall your programs and update drivers

After you’ve run Windows Easy Transfer and your files and settings are back on your computer, you can reinstall your programs and check for new or updated drivers.

Windows Easy Transfer provides a report detailing the programs you used in Windows XP that you might want to reinstall. To reinstall your programs, you'll need to use the installation discs or setup files that you gathered earlier.

A report lists programs that you might want to reinstall.

If your computer came with several programs pre-installed, you might see programs listed in the report that you’ve never used before or rarely used. When you begin reinstalling programs, start with the ones that you know and use regularly, especially new antivirus software for your computer.

Note

Some programs such as Windows Mail and Outlook Express are no longer included in Windows 7. If you used Windows Mail or Outlook Express as your e‑mail program, you’ll need to install a new e‑mail program to read your messages or to send and receive e‑mail.

Update drivers

A driver is software that allows your computer to communicate with hardware or devices. Without drivers, the hardware you connect to your computer—for example, a video card or a printer—won't work properly.

In most cases, drivers come with Windows, or you can find them by using Windows Update and checking for updates. To do so, click the Start button, click All Programs, and then click Windows Update.

If Windows Update doesn't have the driver you need, check out the Windows 7 Compatibility Center, which has direct links to driver downloads and manufacturer support pages. For more information, see Update a driver for hardware that isn't working properly.

Netbooks and drivers

Some netbooks and laptops that were running Windows XP might not have specific Windows 7 drivers for features such as function buttons. If Windows Update doesn’t find a driver, visit your computer manufacturer’s website and search for a download or support page where you can search for drivers for your PC.

You can try to install a driver made for Windows XP onto your PC running Windows 7. If the Windows XP driver won’t install, you can run the Program Compatibility troubleshooter to try and fix the problem.

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   Download or copy the driver installation file to your computer.
   
   
   
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   Right-click the file, and then click Troubleshoot compatibility.
   
   
   
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   Follow the steps in the Program Compatibility troubleshooter to change the compatibility settings for the driver.
   
   
   

Post-install clean-up (optional)

During Windows 7 installation, if you don’t format the partition, files that were used in Windows XP are stored in the Windows.old folder. The type of files in this folder depends on your computer.

After you’ve used Windows 7 for a while, for example one or two weeks, and you’re confident that your files and settings are back to where you want them to be, you can safely reclaim disk space and use Disk Cleanup to delete the Windows.old folder.

You can also delete the Windows.old folder if you receive an error during Step 4: Moving your files and settings back to your computer of this tutorial that indicates that you don't have enough free disk space to transfer your files and settings back to your computer.

Warning

Before you use Disk Cleanup, make sure that all of your files and settings moved correctly to Windows 7 where you expected them to be. Deleting the Windows.old folder can’t be undone.

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   Click the Start button, and in the search box, type Disk Cleanup. In the list of results, click Disk Cleanup.
   
   If you're prompted to choose a drive, choose the drive you just installed Windows 7 on, and then click OK.
   
   
   
2. 
   
   Click Clean up system files. If you're prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.
   
   If you're prompted again to choose a drive, choose the drive you just installed Windows 7 on, and then click OK.
   
   
   
3. 
   
   Select Previous Windows installation(s) and any other categories of files you want to delete.
   
   
   
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   Click OK, and then click Delete Files.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   source : www.microsoft.com