Microsoft’s Windows operating systems including Windows Vista and Windows XP allows multiple user accounts to be created on the computer, be it administrators or standard users. When there is more than one user accounts been defined and created on the computer, Windows operating system will display Welcome Screen, with all available user accounts listed so that user can click and login. The following simple registry tweak allows to create a hidden user account in Windows Vista. This read more

Some Notes About Windows Vista Memory Diagnostic Tool: Microsoft Windows Vista comes with a built in memory diagnostic tool. This utility program will diagnose your computer’s memory as to the cause of the problem and list the errors it finds. When the diagnostic tool is finished, Windows Vista boots regularly and the results are displayed in the lower-right-hand corner of your desktop.When testing your memory, if errors are found, the Windows Vista Memory Diagnostics Tool will attempt to read more

When you first encrypt a file or folder using Encrypting File System (EFS) in Windows Vista, an encryption certificate will be created. The certificate is then tied to an encryption key and together they verify your identity and which files you are able to encrypt and decrypt. It is important to backup your encryption certificate and key in case your existing key or certificate are damaged or lost.Make sure you keep your backed up certificate and keys in a safe place – not on your computer! read more

Using Windows Vista Encrypting File System (EFS), you can easily protect your data in case your machine is compromised or stolen. If you’re running the Business, Enterprise, or Ultimate editions of Windows Vista, you can use the Encrypting File System to keep your most personal documents and data safe. Encrypting files and folders in Windows Vista is a pretty simple process. Just be sure you are logged in with the user you wish to use in the future to decrypt and interact with these read more