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When you try to open an unknown file type in windows, you’ll be prompted to Use the Web Service to find the correct program or Select a program from a list of installed programs. This can become annoying if you never use it; in this guide you will learn how to disable this feature.

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Microsoft’s latest Windows client brought to the table in November 2006 (for businesses) and in January 2007 (for the general consumers) a revamped activation architecture. But most importantly, Windows Vista features an intimate connection with Microsoft’s Windows Genuine Advantage anti-piracy mechanism, as well as the Reduced Functionality Mode kill-switch designed to cut access to products detected as non-genuine or that failed to activate properly. But despite the fact that Microsoft was applauding a more flexible, accurate and secure activation process in comparison to Windows XP, the fact of the matter is that the latest Windows client did manage to produce its fair share of frustration to end users.

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What do these buttons do?

These sites allow you to store, tag and share links across the internet. You can share these links both with friends and people with similar interests. You can also access your links from any computer you happen to be using.

How do I use them?

So, if you come across a mintywhite story that you find interesting and want to save for future reference or share it with other people, simply click on one of these links to add to your list.

Do I need to do anything first?

All of these sites are free to use but do require you to register. Once you have registered you can begin bookmarking.

How do I join these networks?

Each of the sites works slightly differently so use the links below to find out which service best suits your needs.

You can find out more about social bookmarking on Wikipedia. Wikipedia article on social bookmarking

Digg

To register, go to: http://digg.com/register
For more information: http://digg.com/about

reddit

To register, go to: http://reddit.com/login
For more information: http://reddit.com/help/faq

StumbleUpon

To register, go to: http://www.stumbleupon.com/sign_up.php
For more information: http://www.stumbleupon.com/about.html

Del.icio.us

To register, go to: http://del.icio.us/register
For more information: http://del.icio.us/about

You’re browsing the internet… look at the top of your browser… is a bulk of your page taken up by toolbars? Do you find yourself scrolling a lot on web pages? That’s all about to end.

Grab yourself a snack, sit down, and in ten minutes we’ll have your browser all cleaned up.

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I have tried many Firefox extensions - listed here are the 9 best add-ons; I recommend them to everyone.

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mintywhite is hosted with HostICan; I get 600GB webspace and 6.5TB bandwidth monthly. Even better, they give you a free .com/.net/.org etc web domain, with free registration and I have included a $50 coupon code!

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