how to troubleshoot networking issues in vista step3

If we continue following the OSI Model the next steps in diagnosing network issues in Vista is the TCP layer and application layer filtering. What does that mean? It means we should check our firewalls to make sure we can pass through. Firewalls could exist in Vista or on the outside network, or you could [...]

how to troubleshoot networking issues in vista step2

Now that we have established troubleshooting the physical layer of the OSI Model, we need to move on to the network layer where all the IP addressing takes place. The datalink layer was skipped because MAC addressing usually isn’t the problem. To troubleshoot the Network Layer we should do the following:

Do you have an IP [...]

How To Enter Safe Mode

Learn how to enter sfae mode to fix issues with your computer. Safe Mode is a specific way for helping you load Windows when there is a critical problem which interferes with the normal operation of Windows.

(BSOD) Blue Screen Of Death

The Blue Screen Of Death (BSOD). What is wrong with my computer? Why do I keep getting a blue screen with error messages on it? The dreaded blue screen of death, what does it all mean.
Does your computer system display the blue screen of death regularly similar to the one below?

Most BSOD’s are caused by [...]

How To Defrag The Windows Registry

Can you defrag the registry? How do you defrag the registry? Are registry programs safe to use? Thought I would spend a few minutes this morning debunking a few myths. Editing the registry and or cleaning the registry is a scary task to say the least. Before you attempt to edit, clean, scan and or [...]

How To Restore Recycle Bin In Vista

How do I restore the recycle bin in Vista? Did you accidentally delete the recycle bin in Vista? It isn’t hard to do, I have done it numerous times, and believe me it isn’t hard to make the mistake so don’t feel bad about it. Yes, even geeks like myself make mistakes. As you can [...]

Safe Mode Instructions

Safe Mode: Safe Mode is a specific way for helping you load Windows when there is a critical problem which interferes with the normal operation of Windows. To get your computer into safe mode do the following:

Restart or turn on your computer
Start tapping (continuously) the F8 key on your keyboard when the computer starts to [...]

Networking Issues in Windows Operating Systems

Networking Issues in Windows Operating Systems
One day you will have a problem with your network if you are using Microsoft Windows of any version. How do I troubleshoot network issues in Windows Vista? That is a common question these days because most people are used to using XP which is a little more user friendly [...]

System Event Notification Service Failure

Windows could not connect to the System Event Notification Service service. If you are using Microsoft Windows Vista you may receive an error message stating the system event notification service has failed to start and windows cannot finish loading. This error is caused by file corruption on your hard drive.
To fix the error you will [...]

safe mode advanced boot options

Safe Mode Advanced Boot Options:There are several safe boot options available in windows. There are times when your computer system will not load windows, you will need these advanced boot options to load minimal drivers and edit the registry. Sometimes the only way to remove a virus is by loading the operating system with minimal [...]

how to fix a slow computer

In this article I will explain how to fix a slow computer. If you follow all of these steps your system will perform as it should. The following procedures will probably take a couple of hours or more to accomplish. If you are using Windows Vista I would advise turning off User Account Control temporarily. [...]

how to fix a slow computer part2

Please read how to fix a slow computer Part 1 before going any further, that is where we discussed RAM, Virtual Memory and ReadyBoost.
The next process we would like to accomplish is freeing up space on our hard drive. If you have a hard drive that is over 75% full I would suggest upgrading [...]

how to fix a slow computer part3

If you stumbled across this article from a search start by reading how to fix a slow computer Part 1 before going any further.
The next process in fixing a slow computer is to get rid of all the spyware and or viruses on the system. First you will need reliable software for this exercise. [...]

virtual memory settings

This article will describe how to change virtual memory settings for increased system performance.
Click on start and then right click “Computer” and choose “properties” as shown below.  Click on “Advanced System Settings” as shown below.  Next in the system properties dialog box click on “settings” under advanced as shown below.  In the performance options window under the advanced [...]

how to troubleshoot networking issues in vista

How to troubleshoot networking issues in Microsoft Windows Vista. Before we go into details on troubleshooting our network we should first discuss the OSI Model. There are seven layers in the OSI model, if we can understand what each layer is responsible for then our troubleshooting efforts will be targeted instead of guessing. Take a [...]