Archive for November, 2008

Fix Internet Explorer Defaults to runonce3.Aspx Page at Every Start

When you open Internet Explorer 7, it may default to runonce2.aspx or runonce3.aspx (Customize Your Settings) page. When saving the custom settings, a script error displaying Element not found message appears. (more…)

BlockThisSite Menu Extension for Internet Explorer

Did you accidentally land on a bad site when browsing the Web? While it’s advisable to close bad websites immediately, you can quickly block that particular site before closing it so that you don’t visit that site in future. This can be done using the BlockThisSite Internet Explorer Menu Extension that I’ve created. The extension works by automatically adding an entry to the HOSTS file for each site you block. (more…)

Virtual PC 2007 Security Options: Restrictions for Limited Users

Virtual PC 2007 is a powerful software virtualization solution that allows you to run multiple PC-based operating systems simultaneously on one workstation. This article lists the security options available for Virtual PC, which can be used to lockdown Virtual PC access or restrict a particular feature for non-administrators. (more…)

Add “Explore” To the Desktop Context Menu in Windows Vista

This tip is for users who hide the desktop icons (for a clean looking desktop) and want to quickly access the Desktop folder when required, without toggling the Show Desktop Icons option in the context menu. (more…)