Windows Key Shorcuts

Posted on August 26th, 2009 in Shortcuts / Hints by admin

You will all have seen the windows key on your keyboard, well here are some shortcuts you can use with it;

  • Windows + F: Search for files
  • Windows + L: Locks down the desktop
  • Windows + M: Minimize your windows
  • Windows + Q: Quick switching of users (Powertoys only)
  • Windows + Q: You have to hold down your windows key, then tap Q to scroll thru the different users on your pc
  • Windows: Displays the start menu
  • Windows + D: Minimize or restore all windows
  • Windows + E: Display windows explorer
  • Windows + Pause/ Break: System Properties dialog box
  • Windows + Shift + M: Undo minimize all windows
  • Windows + R: Run dialog box
  • Windows + U: Utility Manager
  • Windows + Ctrl + F: Search for computer
  • Windows + F1: Help and Support Center

Get Your Windows Version Information

Posted on August 24th, 2009 in Shortcuts / Hints by admin

Here is a cool tweak that allows you to get all your Windows version information through your registry;

  • Open regedit
  • Navigate here: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion

In this section it will give you this information;

  • CSDVersion: Service Pack
  • CurrentBuildNumber: Build Number
  • CurrentVersion: Version Number
  • ProductName: Windows Version Name

Google Promoting Apps Through Billboards

Posted on August 5th, 2009 in General Internet, General Issues by admin

Google are using billboards around the metro areas of New York, San Francisco, Boston, and Chicago to promote their Google apps. Here is a clip showing some of the billboards;