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Windows Update Not Updating?
11.May.08 | 3 Comments
I was loading XP on a new machine this weekend and ran into a bit of a snag — twice. See, I figured the first time was a fluke so I recreated it an hour later. Ugh.
I’d run Windows Update on a freshly installed XP Service Pack 2 and get the Service Pack 3 option. [...]
Not Going Vista at Work
09.May.08 | 6 Comments
Late last year I shared some of my thoughts about Vista. At that point I’d been using it on my work laptop for about a month. The conclusion at the time?
To wrap this meandering thing up, I’ll just brazenly come out and say it: I like Vista. (don’t confuse that with me saying I don’t [...]
Windows XP SP3
06.May.08 | 5 Comments
I just noticed that Windows XP Service Pack 3 is available from Windows Update — or you can download it directly.
I build a lot of machines for both home and work and I’m very excited to finally see this. No more 95 or so patches after an XP SP2 install!
Now I’m off to check the [...]
So You Lost Your Vista Password?
03.May.08 | 2 Comments
I try a lot of software and utilities every week, both at work and at home. Most of it I never mention here on the blog for a variety or reasons. But when I find one that works well or is a life-saver, then I know what my next post will be about!
And this is [...]
Got My Free Vista Ultimate
01.May.08 | 5 Comments
You know what would be really useful for potential Vista upgraders? A way to get the Windows Experience Index score before installing Vista. The Upgrade Advisor doesn’t quite cut it…
Why do I care (again)?
Towards the end of last year I was invited to become a Windows Feedback panelist (I believe this is the correct link). [...]
