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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

Calculating file / folder delete speed in Files per second

May 20th, 2009

Here is a little screenshot which I would like to share.
Recently I obtained a trail DVD of Adobe CS4 Master collection. For faster installation and other testing purpose, I copied all the data in to my hard drive. When I tried to delete the files, I found that because there are so many files, Windows [...]

Choto Cheeta My Life, 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

Windows Vista / Server 2008 Service Pack 2 (SP2) goes to RTM

March 27th, 2009

Microsoft have released the RTM of Windows Vista / Server 2008 Service Pack 2 to all connect users who are presently testing the SP2 beta. All connect beta testers can download this from connect web site -> https://connect.microsoft.com/
For information, RTM -> Ready To Manufacturer (meaning, this is the final version of the product)

Choto Cheeta Computer, Windows

IE8 has the highest malware blocking rate

March 26th, 2009

NSS Labs, in their browser security study, have found Internet Explorer 8 to have the highest blocking rate in web based malware delivery and infection.

Microsoft Internet Explorer v8 (RC1) achieved 69% block rate
Mozilla Firefox v3.07 achieved just over 30% block rate
Apple Safari v3 achieved 24% block rate
Google Chrome 1.0.154 achieved 16% block rate
Opera 9.64 achieved [...]

Choto Cheeta Computer, Security Software, Windows

10 must install / have software / applications for your new Windows (XP / Vista / 7) installation

March 25th, 2009

Every time we install or reinstall our operating system (Windows XP / Windows Vista / Windows 7), we  find our self in need to install some software, without which, we cannot run our computer properly and with ease. There is a clear distinguishing between the must install applications and the ones with your choice. So [...]

RIJI Guest blogging, Software, Windows

IE8 final released, now available for Download

March 20th, 2009

Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 is now released to its final versi0n. Download links are as follows,
Windows XP
Windows XP x64
Windows Vista
Windows Vista 64-bit
Windows Server 2003
Windows Server 2003 64-bit
Windows Server 2008
Windows Server 2008 64-bit
One can also visit Microsoft Windows update service to obtain the product, which is expected to be available by 3rd weak of April under [...]

Choto Cheeta Computer, Software, Windows

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

Windows Server 2008 is one of the most secure OS of year 2008

February 8th, 2009

Studies conducted by IBM reviles that it is Windows OS which leads in terms of security over Apple OS X (MAC) or Linux karnel.
It is a long believe that, Linux and Apple OS X is much more secure than Windows based OS, where as reports published by IBM suggest opposite as IBM X-Force have found [...]

Choto Cheeta Computer, Security Software, Windows

Kaspersky / Norton (Symantec) / AVG - AntiVirus / Security products for Microsoft Windows 7

January 20th, 2009

With the beta of Windows 7 coming in the market, security software manufacturers are also releasing their Windows 7 specific AntiVirus or Internet security software.
Microsoft is actively working with additional security software vendors on the availability of the security software solutions  for Windows 7 Beta and Windows 7 RTM.
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/antivirus-partners/windows-7.aspx
Download Windows 7 Beta -> [...]

Choto Cheeta Security Software, Windows

How to make your internet connection faster ?

January 3rd, 2009

At-least 10,000 times, since 2000, in last 8 years I have google-d / MSN-ed / Yahoo-ed / Altavisat-ed and all other search engine-ed to find the right answer or tips and tricks or tweaks for the question as how do I make my Internet connection faster ?
No matter what type of connection I use, Dial [...]

Choto Cheeta Windows

Kaspersky Universal updater - Tips and tricks and how to use it ?

December 5th, 2008

An interesting update solution from Kaspersky Labs are now in public Beta stage !! Which is suppose to replace all off-line update solutions from Kaspersky LABs.
The idea is simple. Provide users a tool which can be run from USB / removal media to download the product updates in that USB / removable media, which now [...]

Choto Cheeta Security Software, Windows

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

Interact with Choto Cheeta LIVE - Attend Microsoft India Web Casts

August 8th, 2008

Microsoft India is conducting Web Casts for various Windows Vista based topic and I have been invited to conduct on 2 of these bellow topics.
Windows Vista : Security - August 11, 2008
Windows Vista : Internet Security - August 22, 2008
Those who wish to have an interactive session with me can join me by registering them [...]

Choto Cheeta Computer, My Life, Web Development, Windows

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