Convert and Upgrade Windows XP Home to Professional Without Reinstalling

Here’s a trick to convert and turn Windows XP Home Edition to Windows XP Pro Edition, from within the operating system without going through installation again. Ok, let’s be frank. The hack doesn’t actually install and add in all the features from Windows XP Professional that Windows XP Home lacks of, such as Remote Desktop Server and Group Policy Editor (GPedit) utility tools, which has been removed on Windows XP Home edition. Some functions which turned off and disabled via integrated switches which read from registry flag whether it’s Home or Professional edition, such as EFS, RAID support and ability to join domain, may or may not work after migration. Basically, the trick only work to let Windows XP recognizes itself as Professional edition.
To convert and upgrade Windows XP Home to Windows XP Professional, follow procedure below.
1. Open Registry Editor (regedit).
2. Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE/SYSTEM/ControlSet00X/Control/ProductOptions, where ControlSet00X is the one with the highest number.
3. Delete the ProductSuite registry key.
4. Then, create a new DWORD value and named it as Brand.
5. Set the “Brand” value data as 0.
6. Reboot the system.
7. On boot up after the BIOS screen, press F8 to display Windows XP Startup Menu.
8. Choose Last Known Good Configuration (LNG) and hit Enter.
Windows XP will start up as usual. After logging into the desktop, check the system properties to verify that it’s now Windows XP Professional.

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Potential problem with Microsoft Security Update for Windows XP (KB951748)

"Do not update this latest patch, else your computer cannot connect to internet !!!
Information on Security Update for Windows XP (KB951748) dated 8th July 2008 : http://support.microsoft.com/kb/951748

On further checking, it appears to affect only those who are using ZoneAlarm firewall software in their Windows XP computer.

See "ZoneAlarm is investigating the issue with Microsoft update KB951748" at http://forums.zonelabs.com/zonelabs/board/message?board.id=cfg&message.id=52785
"For the time being we suggest you uninstall KB951748 until the issue has been resolved."

Workaround to Sudden Loss of Internet Access Problem, after installing Security Update for Windows XP (KB951748) :
http://download.zonealarm.com/bin/free/pressReleases/2008/LossOfInternetAccessIssue.htm

Release of Spybot - Search & Destroy 1.6.0

http://www.spybot.com/en/index.html

Some of the features include:

Improved Scan Speed
Reported a few weeks ago as one of the big issues users face, Spybot-S&D 1.6 integrates parts of the future 2.0 file scanning engine to speed up the on-demand scan.

Up-to-date browser support
Both immunization and the on-demand scan are able to access a dozen different browsers, which now include the latest revisions of the most popular ones, Firefox and Opera.

Easier On-Access Use
Until now, our on-access part was able to block bad entries, but at the same time, confused many novice users by asking for confirmation on changes of other monitored system entries as well. While this is a great feature for all experienced users who want full control over their systems, we decided that we need to make this easier for the average user, and integrated automated decisions based on the system entry database built through our RunAlyzer, containing more than quarter of a million decisions.

OpenSBI
Safer Networking also announces OpenSBI, our attempt at opening up the fight against malware to anyone who wants to participate. OpenSBI means we've published documentation and tools that anyone can use to create their own malware detection patterns for use with Spybot-S&D, and share those with other Spybot-S&D users.
+ Diversity - everyone can create detection templates for any software, without depending on a central authority to acknowledge its threat.
+ Neutrality - we cannot be bought to remove detections from our database, but if you do not believe us, you can simply publish your own rules against some malware.
+ Continuity - OpenSBI ensures that you'll get updates as long as someone is interested in updating the database (which does not mean we intend to do less work in adding new detections).
+ Flexibility - as a system administrator using the network edition, you can make sure that working time is not wasted by employees playing the latest Moorhuhn clone if you add your own detection for it. Keep in mind that some relaxation is said to even improve work results.

And quite a lot more bug fixes and new features, which can be found on bug tracker.

Spybot S&D Tutorial : http://www.spybot.com/en/tutorial/index.html

Spybot S&D FAQ : http://www.spybot.com/en/faq/index.html

Download Spybot - Search & Destroy 1.6.0 at http://www.spybot.com/en/download/index.html

Release of CCleaner 2.09 on 26th June 2008

http://www.ccleaner.com/

CCleaner is a freeware system optimization and privacy tool. It removes unused files from your system - allowing Windows to run faster and freeing up valuable hard disk space. It also cleans traces of your online activities such as your Internet history. But the best part is that it's fast (normally taking less than a second to run) and contains NO Spyware or Adware! :)

Cleans the following

Internet Explorer : Temporary files, URL history, cookies, Autocomplete form history, index.dat.
Firefox : Temporary files, URL history, cookies, download history.
Opera : Temporary files, URL history, cookies.
Windows : Recycle Bin, Recent Documents, Temporary files and Log files.
Registry cleaner : Advanced features to remove unused and old entries, including File Extensions, ActiveX Controls, ClassIDs, ProgIDs, Uninstallers, Shared DLLs, Fonts, Help Files, Application Paths, Icons, Invalid Shortcuts and more... also comes with a comprehensive backup feature.
Third-party applications : Removes temp files and recent file lists (MRUs) from many apps including Media Player, eMule, Kazaa, Google Toolbar, Netscape, MS Office, Nero, Adobe Acrobat, WinRAR, WinAce, WinZip and many more...
100% Spyware FREE : This software does NOT contain any Spyware, Adware or Viruses.


CCleaner Features : http://www.ccleaner.com/features

CCleaner Screenshots : http://www.ccleaner.com/screenshots

CCleaner Reviews : http://www.ccleaner.com/reviews

CCleaner Forum : http://forum.piriform.com/

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Marriage vows or not, there are some few things I simply can't tolerate. Nagging is one.I hate women that nag with a passion.Nagging has bad effect on the children than divorce. I register my displeasure on my wife nagging marthons.

WKL commented on Wednesday that I am the cause of many Wee's family unhappiness. Maybe the Wees should pass a "resolution" to allow me to divorce my wife then. Will they be happy therafter ?? Is that what they want ?? I hate to be the cause of any family unhappiness.


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Advanced WindowsCare Personal 2.8.1 released on 30th June 2008

http://www.download.com/Advanced-WindowsCare-Personal/3000-2086_4-10407614.html ?

Slow down, freeze, crash and security threats are over. Advanced WindowsCare Personal is a comprehensive PC care utility that takes an one-click approach to help protect, repair and optimize your computer. It provides an all-in-one and super convenient solution for PC maintenance and protection. All work will be done with 1 click and 1 minute. This fantastic program is available free of charge. Compared with its nearest competitor, Advanced WindowsCare Personal provides the more essential and practical formula for Windows: Removing Spyware and Adware, Preventing Security Threats, Privacy Protection, Fixing Registry Errors, Temporary Files Cleanup, Startup Cleanup, Repairing Windows, Speeding up System and 1-click Mechanism.



Windows XP Support Extended until 2014

http://www.techtree.com/India/News/Windows_XP_Support_Extended_until_2014/551-90615-580.html dated 25 June 2008

Microsoft has finally given in to public demand. The company has decided to offer technical support for Windows XP with updates and security patches for an extended period until April 2014. However, it will not go back on its decision to discontinue Windows XP sales after June 30.
This means that after June 30, Microsoft will stop distributing Windows XP as a stand-alone product, as well as stop licensing it to PC manufacturers like Dell, HP, Lenovo, and others. However, it doesn't mean that XP will disappear overnight. Consumers may still find copies of the software or computers pre-loaded with it for months, as stores and PC makers typically work through their inventories.

Also, as per an announcement made at Computex earlier this month, the software giant said that 'nettops' better defined as PCs with limited hardware or ultra-low cost PCs will be available with Windows XP until January 2009.

Additionally, under another program, Microsoft is allowing customers to downgrade Vista systems to XP through a loophole in the company's licensing terms. So those purchasing a copy of Vista will also be able to run XP at no additional cost.

Microsoft's move to extend the deadline for technical support is primarily influenced by large business customers, who haven't yet upgraded their systems to Windows Vista. The companies have been reluctant to switch to Vista due to the costs and heavy system requirements involved. So, large business customers might just skip Vista and continue with XP until the release of Windows 7, which is scheduled for release in 2010.

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In showing support of Hair for Hope 2007, Procter & Gamble (P&G) will donate 5% from their sales of "Pantene" and "Head & Shoulders" to Children's Cancer Foundation between 13 June 2007 to 7 July 2007 sold at 65 NTUC FairPrice outlets island wide.

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