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Windows Virtual PC 2007 (Windows XP Mode) and MED-V -> A quick over view

May 27th, 2009

Microsoft is aiming to bring virtualization under mainstream computing via couple of its up coming products.
Windows Virtual PC along with Windows XP mode and MED-V (Microsoft Enterprise Desktop Virtualization) are among those products by which Microsoft is aiming to provide both home and business users the ability to utilize the power of virtualization.
The main force [...]

Choto Cheeta Computer, Hardware, Virtualization, Windows

Windows 7 upgrade advisor

May 14th, 2009

Along with Windows 7 public RC, Microsoft has also released the Windows 7 upgrade advisor.
What is Upgrade advisor ?
It is a tool / program which helps you to determine whether all hardware and software present in your PC / notebook is compatible with the new OS, in which you plan to upgrade !!!
In this case [...]

Choto Cheeta Hardware, Windows

BSNL announces 3G tariff under promotional scheme

March 20th, 2009

The state owned BSNL is the 1st to launch the 3G mobile services in India and has released its tariff plan for the 3G data services.
The given format of the plans are long and confusing hence here I simplify the details.
Connection charge

2G prepaid customers under General Prepaid plan can migrate to 3G Prepaid through a [...]

Choto Cheeta Computer, Hardware, My Life

Reliance launching EVDO service in India

March 16th, 2009

There is been roomers and talks, that, just like BSNL, Reliance is also preparing to launch their EVDO service for high speed mobile broadband. Till date Reliance have not made any official statement about the service launch.
However today, while I was searching for some driver update at Windows update service for my EVDO modem of [...]

Choto Cheeta Computer, Hardware, My Life, Windows

Planning to buy a printer ? Read this first - Printer buying guide / tips

February 8th, 2009

Have you decided to buy a new printer for your home or office ? No matter which ever printer you plan to buy, regardless of the type, whether it is DeskJet / InkJet / LaserJet, there are few facts which you should check before buying.

The maximum duty cycle
Recommended maximum per month
Design lifetime in page

Why not [...]

Choto Cheeta Computer, Hardware

AMD Phemon II X4 @ 6.5GHz - Fastest Quad Core overclock breaks 3D Mark world record

January 25th, 2009

Records are tumbling as AMD folks shows their professional skills to break number of world records related to CPUs. At the deserts of Las Vegas, few individuals from AMD have taken their new 45nm processor to its limit  with the help of liquid Helium to break few processor related world records.

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List of motherboard / mainboard for Intel Core i7 (Quad / Eight) processors with support of LGA 1366

January 17th, 2009

The first batch of Nehalem platform based processors are now in retail market. Few major changes since the launch of Core 2 range CPUs back in 2006.

Introduction Socket LGA 1366 by replacing the LGA 775, which is running since 2004 with support for wide range of processors, including Pentium 4 / Pentium D / [...]

Choto Cheeta Computer, Hardware, MS Office System

Quick look at Windows 7 Hardware performance / requirements

November 6th, 2008

Microsoft has just released the M3 built for Windows 7, the successor to Windows Vista. The new OS is expected to enter the market by early 2010. As being a Microsoft MVP, I have been given the chance to test the OS first hand. So let us take a quick look at the Microsoft Windows [...]

Choto Cheeta Hardware, Windows

Quick look at enrty level notebook / laptop configuration (Celeron M 530 / Intel GM965 / x3100 / 1 GB)

November 1st, 2008

With ever falling notebook prices, now days one can get a mainstream notebook at as low as (INR) Rs. 22000 / USD 350-400.
Over past few months, I have suggested model Acer 5315 to a lot of users with need of just basic office job and there is been a good amount of emails which I [...]

Choto Cheeta Hardware

The Dust effect !!!

September 25th, 2008

Yes, that’s a computer motherboard (Intel 845GVSR)
with a processor (Socket 478 Intel P-IV 1.8 GHz) attached to it.
It is expected that one may assume this is an abundant computer at some abundant warehouse or such, but matter of fact is, this is a PC which runs in an AC room.
The PC all of a sudden [...]

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Where to buy Nikon locally in India

August 28th, 2008

Those who are interested in buying digital camera used to face a common problem that unavailability of Nikon in India as official product seller.
That has now changed as in October last year, Nikon have announced their official arrival to India via Nikon India Private Limited (PVT LTD) making the life of those wish to buy [...]

Choto Cheeta Hardware, My Life

Vodafone (Hutch) India confirms iPhone 3G 8 GB / 16 GB Indian Rupees (INR) Value

August 20th, 2008

Finally Vodafone have broken their silence over official iPhone pricing in India, announcing that Apple iPhone 3G would be available in voda-store from August 22, 2008.
Apple iPhone 8 GB in India is priced at (INR) Rs. 31000/- where as the 16GB model is priced at (INR) Rs. 36100/-.
A lot of expectation where there to see [...]

Choto Cheeta Hardware

A failed attempt of buying the best Digital Camera under Rs. 10000 - 15000 (USD 200 / 250 / 300 / 350)

August 13th, 2008

This is a rare incident to occur with me, that I come back empty handed when I have went to purchase some thing.
Todays aim was to purchase the best available Digital Camera (Digi Cam) under budget Rs. 10000 to Rs. 15000 (USD 200 - USD 300) from any vendor, like Sony Cybershot / Canon Powershot [...]

Choto Cheeta Hardware

Microsoft India WebCast - Aug 06, 2008

August 5th, 2008

Once again another opurtunity for all those who are interested to know more about Windows Vista releated hardware and drivers to atten the Second Microsoft WebCast.
Windows Vista : Hardware and Drivers
Configuring Windows with unstable drivers and software.
Making Windows to accept not supported legacy and other drivers and devices.
Making five step drivers for Windows Vista manually
Searching [...]

Choto Cheeta Hardware, Windows

Windows XP SP3 knowcks out all nvidia 630i integrated network controllers

July 31st, 2008

Pay attention if you are a Nvidia 630i chipset based motherboard user.
If you are using an installation source containing Windows XP SP3, then nvidia WHQL drivers for 630i would fail to load the integrated network card under Windows XP SP3.
This is what nvidia supports writes back to me,

Hi, thanks for your message and for letting us [...]

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