Rotating the Android emulator can help make your device easier and more comfortable to control. Find out how to rotate the Android emulator with help from an electronics expert in this free video clip.
Norton Ghost seems to be working correctly as it backs up your drive until it hits 99 percent complete and inexplicably stops. This is an indication that something is wrong with either your software setup or the drive you are trying to back up. This problem may be resolved by making sure the drive is in working condition and all software has been updated.
If you've ever backed up one of your DVDs to your computer using the DVD Shrink program and looked at the files, you may have noticed the the video files from the DVD have been split into segments that are 1 gigabyte or smaller. While this feature is not always necessary and can be disabled, it ensures that the DVD files can be read by any standard DVD video playing device. When played, the video will continue over all segments.
Most American cars of the 1960s had longitudinally-mounted engines at the front that powered the rear wheels. The 1964 Chevrolet Impala is no exception. The rigid rear axle is attached to the car by a four-bar link suspension with coil springs. There were as many as six different rear axle ratios available, as well as optionally-available limited-slip capability. For repair or restoration purposes, it may become necessary for you to decode the three sets of numbers on your 1964 Impala rear axle.
It's always important for small agencies to have good resource management tools. Learn about good resource management tools for small agencies with help from an investment banker and business owner in this free video clip.
When editing videos for Blu-ray or DVD in Nero, the videos must be converted or transcoded into the proper format for video players. This process could take several hours depending on the length of the video and requires a lot of memory from Nero. Errors can occur during this process and multiple factors could cause the freezing.
When you develop an Android app, an important part of the process is testing your app in an Android emulator on your computer. If you have trouble with the emulator then you can't properly test and debug your app. Most emulator problems are easily fixed, but it depends what is causing your specific problem.
ComboFix is a utility for detecting and removing malicious software, or malware, from your computer. Among the types of malware it can detect are rootkits -- collections of programs that conceal criminal activity while they gain access to your computer. If ComboFix detects rootkit activity on your system, you need to address the problem because your security has been compromised; however, ComboFix is for experienced users only.
Sony's Mavica camera line debuted in the early 1980s, featuring analog image sensors that recorded onto proprietary floppy disks. Later Mavicas transitioned to digital technology and conventional HD DOS floppies, followed by models that wrote to CD-R and CD-RW media, including the 2-megapixel MVC-CD250, introduced in 2002. It's easier to recover images from your Mavica's discs if you understand how the camera saves its files and manages the pictures you take.
Microsoft's Internet Explorer browser uses a database file named "index.data" to store frequently accessed data in an attempt to increase the performance of your browser. Each type of private data, including history, cookies and passwords, has its own index database file, which can become quite large over time and cause programs like CCleaner or other scanners to become stuck or lag during scans.
LightScribe refers to a CD/DVD burning technology that is capable of producing laser-etched text or graphic labels directly on a recordable disk. It works by focusing light energy onto a layer of dye on the label side of the disc. Only LightScribe CDs and DVDs contain this unique dye. As of 2012, the fastest CD LightScribe burners operate at 48X. The fastest DVD LightScribe burners operate at 24X.
If you are using versions 6 to 9 of Nero or Nero Multimedia Suite 10, you may be unable to use the LightScribe feature even when a LightScribe-capable CD or DVD burner is connected to your computer. You can correct this issue by editing the settings of your Microsoft Windows operating system.
Nero gives users the ability to create, edit and burn video files. While the software is compatible with dozens of video and audio files, glitches can occur. After a video is rendered or burned to DVD, you may hear a clicking sound that breaks up the audio and causes a big distraction while watching. Try several solutions to the issue and get your Nero video working properly again.
Nero Showtime software is used for playing audio and DVD discs. When you attempt to play a DVD disc, an error may appear that reads "Showtime Internal Error: Cannot Build Graphs." This will prevent the DVD from playing or the menu being accessed. There are multiple reasons this could occur and figuring out why your software displays the error will help you correct it and keep it running properly.
Hyper-V, or Windows Server Virtualization, enables administrators to run virtual machines on top of a preboot execution environment. Virtual machines in Hyper-V can run on top of PXE at start-up, but the guest systems must be configured to use legacy network adapters, as the synthetic network adapter in Hyper-V is not accessible during the boot process.
When Nero software burns or back ups computer data, it uses Windows processes like the Visual C++ Runtime Library to operate. Errors within the Runtime Library can cause communication and processing errors in Nero. When this occurs, an "Assert Failed" will display, create a failed disc and often just exit out of Nero without warning. The error occurs when a virus is present on the computer. After the virus is removed, Nero and other software will run properly again.
RootkitRevealer is a Windows-compatible utility for uncovering rootkits -- collections of code used to conceal illicit access to, and activity on, your computer system. At one time it was widely used, becoming part of the Microsoft's Windows Sysinternals toolset; however, a 64-bit version was never released and the program is not compatible with the most recent editions of Windows. RootkitRevealer is no longer being updated.
The HTC HD2 is a Windows Mobile smartphone that can synchronize data between the phone and a computer running newer versions of the Windows operating system. When you instal the synchronization software, the computer sets up the drivers automatically. Certain issues can cause problems with the computer not detecting the HD2 when you connect the synchronization cable.
A virtual machine is essentially a simulated computer that you run as a program. For instance, if you rely on Windows as your main operating system -- also called your host operating system -- but you want to test the Linux-based Ubuntu OS, you could use a virtual machine to install Ubuntu and use it without ever logging out of Windows or restarting your computer. Well-known programs that run virtual machines and are free for personal use include VirtualBox and VMWare Player.
Symantec Backup Exec is a data backup and recovery program designed for use with both physical and virtual environments. The program lets you create backups and, once the backups are saved, it also lets you copy these backups to various forms of physical media. If you want to create multiple tape copies of one of your backup sets, you can do so through the "New job to duplicate backup data" option.
The wireless router manufacturer D-Link maintains an online collection of router emulators that operate within a Web browser. An emulator recreates the Web-based interface of the router it represents, allowing anyone to explore the features of a router and see its configuration options without having physical access to the hardware.
Computers that use the Windows Vista or Windows 7 operating system have the Windows Defender spyware scanning software pre-installed. The Windows Defender works in conjunction with the Windows Firewall, but may cause conflicts with McAfee software, because it operates in the background in “real-time.” Because Windows Defender, the Windows Firewall and McAfee all perform the same function, using them on the same computer can cause multiple problems.
If you're looking at Veritas backup solutions for your business network, it may be difficult to determine the best choice. Both Veritas NetBackup 7 and Veritas Backup Exec 2010 offer many options for small networks to enterprise environments. In most cases, the size of your network will determine the right option, as well as your expectations for growth in the coming years.
Nero Live is one component of Nero 9, which is a digital media suite. This suite features a built-in quick media playback. It also rips, burns, copies and backs up computer media. Nero Live is a built-in feature that allows the user to view and record live television. Nero Live can be unstable, and causes crashes in nearly all Windows operating systems.
Acronis 11 and Norton Ghost 14 are data backup software suites. Both work with the Windows operating system, and both have the same system requirements: a 300-MHz processor and 256MB of RAM. The most noticeable difference is the price: as of the date of publication, Norton Ghost 14 costs around $70, while its counterpart is available for about $50.
Ffdshow is a decoding filter released under the GPL license. The utility runs on Windows and can be obtained from several software hosting directories. Ffdshow enables playback for a variety of codecs, and it can be used to decode RAW Audio.
When you install Acronis True Image, it creates a new Windows service on your computer called "Acronis Scheduler2." The service makes it possible for Acronis True Image to make backups of your computer's hard drive automatically at the interval you select. Although it is possible to disable the Scheduler2 service, doing so removes critical functionality of Acronis True Image.
Structured Query Language (SQL) provides a means for you to set up and manage your databases. You can use the language to query your databases, compare data between data sources and calculate information inside of their tables. Querying a database table for a list of names may present you with a challenge because the names in your list may or may not include middle names. If you run into a problem with parsing string names that contain no middle name data, you can use SQL's INSTR and Decode commands to break down your full names into separate categories for first,…
After the successful release of its Game Boy and Game Boy Color systems, Nintendo released a new handheld system in 2001 named the Game Boy Advance, or GBA. Although this system has since been replaced by the Nintendo DS series, the GBA lives on through the Visual Boy Advance, or VBA, emulator.
If you’re a Seagate customer, you’ll be happy to know that as of November, 2011, the company offers free data recovery services for one of its lines of hard drives. Like most things that come free with a purchase, certain stipulations and time constraints apply. There are also certain dangers to look out for if you take advantage of this program.
In the 1960s, secretaries learned a skill called "shorthand" to more rapidly convert speech to written text. Around the same time, the manufacturing industry began recording conversations and having them transcribed by a human into speech. As technology has improved, computers have taken over the role of translating speech into text. With improved processing power and an Internet "cloud" model, speech-to-text is now a common feature on today's cellphones, and is often free. Speech-to-text allows cell phone users to multitask legally in some states and soon will even allow users to speak in one language and generate a text message…
LightScribe DVD/CD drives are optical disc recorders for computers that allow users to also write images to the top label side of the disc. These drives use laser-etching to create images, which is convenient if you want to make professional-looking discs without using stick-on printable disc labels. You may occasionally experience problems when using your LightScribe DVD/CD drive, either due to incorrect or faulty discs, or issues with your computer or LightScribe's settings.
Microsoft Sam is a text-to-speech computer voice that comes bundled in versions of Windows from XP through Windows 7. Some Windows users have discovered that, by inserting certain strings of text into the text-to-speech preview box, they can create what amounts to a synthesized voice beatbox (a beat that a person makes with his voice). You can use a few different text strings in the preview box to help create certain sounds for Microsoft Sam (or Microsoft Anna, for Windows 7 users) to perform.
The Nintendo Entertainment System is a classic video game console that was released in 1985. The console is no longer officially supported by Nintendo, but many classic NES games are still sold today. These newly released versions of classic games are played through emulation software that comes in both standalone and built-in varieties.
Emulators exist for consoles such as the Atari 2600, Nintendo 64 and PSX, allowing you to run old games right from your computer. These emulators feature a user interface you can use to launch games from ROM images. If you want, you can configure a ROM image to automatically run from an emulator as soon as you double-click it.
The IMVU online network provides you with tools that let you customize your public pages and the 3D avatars you use to participate in this community. Each tool is found on different pages of your account, so if you know what's available, you can create a more customized experience. Tools serve a range of purposes, from managing your membership to helping you make digital products for the IMVU catalog.
For video game enthusiasts, emulators open up a world of entertainment. Emulators allow you to play video games -- from almost any console -- on your computer. Emulators work by temporarily forcing the computer to function as a game console, such as the Sega Genesis or Super Nintendo. Most games run without any problems, but sometimes, the emulator locks up or freezes.
Voice recognition software that's capable of speech-to-text conversion for video files with multiple voices typically does not do an adequate job. However, if there is only one clear voice in the video, you may be able to use voice recognition software to automatically create captions for your video files. Reducing the sound interference gives you the best chance for getting good speech-to-text conversion, although you still need to proofread the subtitles at the end of the process to avoid any egregious errors.
Manufactured mainly for the European and United Kingdom market by Dreambox Multimedia, the Dreambox is a set-top receiver box that decodes free and premium satellite and cable digital-television signals in both standard and high-definition format. To decode TV signals and view digital-television channels, you’ll first need to connect the Dreambox receiver to your satellite dish or cable television feed.
DTS-HD is a surround audio format found on Blu-ray discs. Offering bit-perfect reproduction of a soundtrack's master, DTS-HD also offers a "core" layer of audio. The fundamental DTS format makes it possible to view a Blu-ray disc using the basic DTS audio stream necessary with older surround gear. Lossless surround formats like DTS-MA are the ideal complement to the high-definition video provided on Blu-ray discs. DTS-HD audio can give you the highest level of audio available in the home theater environment.
Dental implants make for a more attractive smile and increased personal confidence. An implant is a false tooth root that supports a replacement tooth or bridge. Osstell manufactures the ISQ device, which is used by dentists for performing tests on dental implants. The ISQ Data Manager is an add-on software product. Dentists who use the ISQ Manager can conveniently keep track of dental patient records by computer.
An integrated development environment, like NetBeans, can make some aspects of Java development easier while introducing additional complications. The same extra configurations that can make compiling a program easy can make it difficult to find the source of simple errors. Getting the error "No Main Class Found" when you try to compile your project in NetBeans is an example where a mistake could be in your code, or in your project's NetBeans configuration.
No computer is immune to crashes that cause complete or partial data loss. Regularly backing up data allows you to recover your data after such a failure. Backup executable programs offer a complete backup solution, but in some cases, simply copying files is a viable alternative. Before deciding on a backup solution, familiarize yourself about several pros and cons of the simple file-copying method.
Hyper-V is paid virtualization server software manufactured by Microsoft. By using the virtualization server, you have the ability to back up all of your projects and workloads to a virtual hard drive. One feature of Hyper-V is “Snapshots.” With snapshots, you can take a screenshot of your system data at any given time. This screenshot makes system restoration quick. You also have the ability to merge two screenshots together, in the event that data from one screenshot is not included in the other.
Many Super Nintendo, or SNES, emulators don't actually require administrative privileges to play. However, you do need these privileges if your emulator requires any installation at all. If you have access to another computer and a USB flash drive, you can set yourself up to have an emulator on the go.
The GP2X Wiz by GamePark Holdings allows users to emulate several types of console and arcade games. The handheld system does not come preloaded with any of the emulators. You need to download and install the emulators to the system to use them. Emulators are placed on an SD card that you install in the Wiz. Once downloaded to the SD card, the system can detect and install the emulators.
Emulate a variety of classic Sega game consoles with Kega Fusion, including Sega CD, Sega Genesis and GameGear. The Kega Fusion emulator supports several input methods, including the keyboard, mouse and game controllers. Before using a game controller, you’ll need to set up the controller configuration and assign buttons to their correct commands.
The Java "flush" function lets you flush an Android emulator program's input buffer. A Java input buffer contains information you retrieve from a file or a website. The buffer holds the data in memory until you want to print the data to the screen or flush the buffer after you no longer need the stored data. You call the "flush" function with your input buffer variable to clear the buffer's data and memory usage.
Computers make it possible for anyone to encode and decode text at the push of a button. Explore the fascinating world of cryptology by encoding your own text and messages online for free. Send secret messages to friends or simply encode text you would like to keep private on your computer.
EMule is a free peer-to-peer application that allows you to download and upload files. To ensure optimum performance, eMule implemented an ID system that rewards users who can properly connect to its network. EMule users with a high ID typically experience faster downloads and a higher number of search results. You can get a high ID on eMule in a couple of steps.