What do you do when your Windows XP operating system won’t boot?

Although throwing your computer out the Window or grabbing a sledge hammer seem like the appropriate answer, there are actual several simple methods to get Windows XP to boot. If all the computer’s hardware seems to be working (running and making a normal noise) it’s likely that some system files have been corrupted are the cause of your problems.

Before you send the machine off to the technicians or start ripping apart the hardware, try these simple fixes which should get Windows XP to boot up again.

1. Windows Start-up Disk
2. Last Known Good Configurations
3. System Restore
4. Recovery Console
5. Corrupted Boot.ini File
6. Partition Boot Sector
7. Master Boot Record
8. Automatic Restart
9. Back-up
10. Upgrade

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After being overwhelmed with good feedback from their customers, Asus are now planning to embed a lightweight version of Linux dubbed ‘Splashtop’ into all of their motherboards.

DeviceVM, the company behind the distribution, announced on Wednesday that the hardware manufacturer would be putting Splashtop (which Asus calls “Express Gate”) into more than a million motherboards a month. Joe Hsieh, General Manager of Asus said,

“In response to great user feedback, our plan is to proliferate Express Gate across our entire motherboard-product portfolio, starting with over one million motherboards per month…….

“Consumers want to turn their PCs on and off like any other appliance, and Express Gate has made that possible.”

Splashtop/Express gate is an instant-on “secure web-surfing environment” which can be booted in seconds as an alternative to a full operating system. Applications incorporated into Splashtop include a Firefox-derived browser and the popular Skype internet telephone application.

Splashtop first appeared on high-end Asus motherboards in October last year and was later added to the more mainstream M3 motherboards series. Splashtop will now be extended through the entire range of Asus motherboards.

Four new motherboards carrying Splashtop/Express Gate will appear this quarter: the P5Q Deluxe, P5Q-WS, P5Q3 Deluxe and P5Q-E.

DeviceVM hopes to have “numerous Splashtop-enabled motherboards, desktops and laptops available internationally in 2008″, the company said.

We would like to introduce our new military and government financing partner High Tech Credit, a partner of 800HighTech. Who is High Tech Credit? Well, High Tech Credit was formed by the 800HighTech joining up with the guys who kept CompUSA alive for as long as it did. They left CompUSA after its doors closed and got right to work building up the partner base and delivering the goods under 3rd Coast Marketing LLC. With 800HighTech’s customer base growing, we needed to offer a larger product range and pre-configured computers and laptops at the best possible price for our Armed Forces and Civilian DoD customers. It was also imperative that we continue to provide fast shipping that included overseas military address and combat zones.

Military Armed Forces High Tech Credit Financing

High Tech Credit is offering new best buy computer electronics media with financing for Armed Forces and Civilian DoD government contracted employees. Regardless of adverse credit history, receive bad credit history secured loans for high performance consumer electronics at military discount rates. Low monthly payments and zero money down with allotments through mypay DFAS Mil. All orders are guaranteed approval loans and include free shipping overseas. Shipments to troops stationed CONUS also include express overnight shipping.

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Scorpion Notebooks Available On Finance For Military Armed Forces And Civilian DoD’s>>>

The Scorpion range is based on two different brands previous laptops, the Sager NP2090 and the Compal IFL90. The Sager and the Compal is essentially the same machine just assembled by different companies. Sager managed to box up the finished product without the super clear WSXGA+ screen for a little cheaper but offered a shorter warranty. The Scorpion has also opted for the same basic components including the WSXGA+ screen, and offers 1-3 warranties depending on the specific part.

The Scorpions are no doubt geared for gaming. They come with powerful processors, high performance graphics cards, ample RAM and super clear screens, the perfect combination for any avid game or graphics buff.

All five Scorpions come with a 15.4 inch WSXGA+ LCD screens with a resolution of 1280 x 800, the picture is glossy and clear and makes for a good gaming or movie experience. There are also a few other components that remain the same throughout the range. An 8X DVD ± R/RW/ 4X +DL Super-Multi Drive can be found on all five models as well as a NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT 512MB graphics card.

The NVIDIA GeForce Graphics Card is a powerful graphics card that has support for both Microsoft DirectX 10 and DirectX 9 for, unparalleled levels of graphics realism and performance. The GeForce 8600 also runs Windows Vista 32-Bit with ease and the PureVideo HD2 technology provides excellent Blu-ray and HD DVD picture quality.

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Available On Finance From 800HighTech

This eye-catching 17 inch Onyx Blue Metallic laptop has been redesigned with new half-pipe casing and Toshiba imprint on the lid. It’s powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo T5450 1.66GHz processor, 1024MB of DDR2 RAM and the hard drive has a capacity of 80GB.The Media Satellite comes with Windows Vista, the new updated Windows Operating System. Vista is faster, safer and more efficient, if you haven’t tried it out yet then it’s definitely worth a look.

You also get great 3D graphics performance from the Mobile Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) X3100. This VGA card has 256-bit graphics core running at 400MHz producing high quality graphics, suitable for both corporate and consumer needs.

The sound quality is crisp and clear, thanks to the Harman Kardon speakers and onboard Sound Card Speaker with 5.1 High Definition. Its not often you get good quality sound from a notebook, but the quality from the Media Satellite is noticeably better than most.

Some other features of the Media Satellite include Intel PRO/Wireless (802.11a/b/g), the built-in Ethernet Controller and Fax/Data Modem Sound, Integrated Sound Card Speaker with 5.1 High Definition, 4x USB 2.0 Ports and Firewire and the 17 inch TruBrite Wide Screen (1400 x 900) XGA. Plus this model comes with a carry case to transport your notebook around with less worry.

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Apple Mac or P.C? The ultimate question when it comes to buying a new desktop or laptop. Those who seek a powerful computer rigged for visual editing and design tend to swing towards a Mac, not only does the architecture of displays and interfaces suggest Mac’s are geared towards design, even the Operating System is well composed and innovative. We at 800hightech have a range of new MacBook’s and MacBook Pro’s available on finance for all those choosing to ditch their glitching P.C and take a step in Apple’s world.

MacBook Available On Finance

First up is the 13.3 inch widescreen MacBook, this powerful little notebook comes with Intel Core 2 Duo processors running at speeds of up to 2.2GHz. RAM comes in the form of either 1024MB-DDR2 or 1GB 2x SO-DIMM with support up to 4GB, and all models pack a performance-enhancing 4MB of shared L2 cache plus host of new innovative features including:

• Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
• 8x SuperDrive (DVD+R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
• A built-in iSight camera
• FireWire 400 and two USB 2.0 ports
• Dual-display support
• AirPort Extreme 802.11n Wi-Fi - Automatically detects wireless networks within range and asks nicely if you’d like to join any of them.
• Bluetooth - Connect wirelessly to Bluetooth-enabled peripherals or connect to the Internet via your mobile phone.
• MagSafe Airline Adapter - Out of power in flight? Plug your MacBook into the new MagSafe Airline Adapter and get back to work (or play).
• iLife ‘08 - An amazing suite of applications that make it easy to live the digital life.
  • iPhoto - share entire high-res photo albums with anyone who’s got an email address.
  • GarageBand - Record your own songs and podcasts
  • iMovie and iDVD - Break into indie filmmaking!
  • iWeb Share - anything on the web with just one click
  • Photo Booth and iMovie - creating the best of your iSight photos or video.
  • iWeb - Share anything on the web with just one click
  • Front Row - Navigate your movies, music, photos, and more at the touch of the included Apple Remote, turn your notebook into a multi media center.

Available in bright white or sleek black, our MacBook’s come with 80GB, 120GB or 150GB hard drives however if you need to carry around more data, MacBook’s can be upgraded to 250GB.

The MacBook has been designed with every modern day task in mind, we have 3 available on finance, however if you need to take it one step further, perhaps you’ll find what your looking for in the MacBook Pro. To Apply For MacBook On Finance From 800hightech, Please Click Here>>>

MacBook Pro Available On Finance UPDATED

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The new MacBook Pro has taken all the quality features or the MacBook and upgraded certain specifications to create “Ultimate speed, performance, and connectivity. To go.”

MacBook Pro’s are available in 15- and 17-inch models. The 15-inch model has a mercury-free, power-efficient LED-backlit display and the 17-inch model has an optional 1920-by-1200-pixel display.

Only one inch thin and 5.4 and 6.8 pounds, respectively, the 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro models are among the thinnest, lightest notebooks in their display class.

Our MacBook Pro’s are packed with 150GB hard drives, with upgrade option of up to 250GB. The ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 or the wickedly fast NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT 512MB graphics card takes care of even the most detailed visual tasks. Ram weighs in at 2048MB PC5300 667Mhz DDR2 with support up to 4GB.

For connectivity the MacBook Pro has 1x FireWire 400, 1x FireWire 800, 2x USB and an ExpressCard/34. It also packs HDTV support via the DVI port.

The MacBook Pro is certainly one of the most powerful notebooks available on the market today. If you haven’t though about making the switch from P.C to Mac, one little test run on this delightful computer will definitely change your mind.

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Talks of a phone from Google dubbed the Gphone, have recently been causing a stir on the World Wide Web. There are articles mentioning deals between certain high profile companies with expected release dates and even articles from people claiming they have already seen prototypes. Whether or not we can believe everything we read, Google are on the up and up so a move into the wireless industry is not out of character.

There have been a few reports that Google are making a big push in the development of their own handset. High Tech Computers, a Taiwan-based smart phone maker are rumored to be designing the Linux device which is said to incorporate a Texas Instruments edge chipset. There have been a number of specifications listed in these reports and if all of this turns out to be true, Google may revolutionize the way we use our cell phones.

Reports suggest we can expect a handset that provides Wi-Fi, 3-G and GPS capability, a user friendly browser such as Linux or possibly one designed by Google, access to VoIP, Gtalk or even Skype, a 2 Megapixel Camera, Mp3, a predictive Qwerty Keyboard and of course, a large color screen.

The Gphone is apparently scheduled for release early 2008, with T-Mobile and Orange tipped to be providing services it may seem like everything is almost decided. If Google can come up with a handset that can incorporate all these features then they really will have a rival to the Apple iPhone.

The iPhone is a great device and certainly did take mobile technology to the next level; however some felt it did not quite live up to the hype. All this talk of the Gphone is setting the stage for something really spectacular but with no sign of any official concept designs, it is difficult to really predict what is on the companies mind.

Note: All images are Unofficial Concept Sketches; designs are artist impressions of what the Gphone may look like.

The release of Google Docs and Spreadsheets, the highly anticipated free office suite application available through the internet by download, threatens to topple Microsoft’s dominant position as the leader in desktop software offering services delivered over the Web supported by advertising and/or subscriptions. So much so that Microsoft set to the drawing board and immediately began developing a rival project.

Tip: Be sure to check out the link at the end of this article for a link to a listing of various free and open source software programs for download that is having the executives at Microsoft shaking in their boots and thinking about ways to counter this!

The aim is to offer a free version of Microsoft Works which will be pre installed in desktops and will display advertisements stored in cache, the advertisements that help support the application will be refreshed when the computer establishes an internet connection.

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A UK based company ‘Jade Intergration’ released one of the worlds smallest thin-client computers. The ‘Jack PC’ fits into any standard size wall socket and can be powered from an Ethernet connection, this break through in technology allows the PC to run on just 5 watts of power instead of the usual 80 watts it takes to run a regular computer, making the ‘Jack PC’ extremely efficient computer.

Originally designed over a year ago by ‘Chip PC Technologies’ the device has been tested and perfected. Managing director of Jade Intergation, Andy MacLellan believes the device is,

“one of the biggest developments in PCs that we have seen” and is one of the “ever-growing range of thin clients, which are rapidly replacing PCs as a more effective desktop computing solution for modern businesses”.

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When someone cancels an order after seeing our proposal, it is usually because they think our price is too high. But our price is incomparable because it includes options not available from another company and we hide no additional charges. I have done this for over 10 years and pioneered shipping computers overseas with nothing down, and low monthly payments. All computers are shipped with a satisfaction guarantee! You have to ask why nobody else will do that? We have shipped 10,000 computers and received back less than 10 computers in the history of our company. 40% of our sales each week are from current customers and their friends.

This is a very impressive fact and should cause you to reflect on 800HighTech as your choice for a computer company

If you have the cash and very good credit you should buy elsewhere. However, everybody else should seriously consider 800HighTech. If you want the facts they are available on the Internet. To begin see the links below. Check it out and you may want to complete your order also:

• Why Buy From 800HighTech
• Price the Only Consideration
• Independent Opinion
• Satisfied Customers
• Satisfaction Guarantee

I am so confident in our deal that if you read these links and do your homework on this but if in then end you choose to finance a computer from another company within 1 month of canceling with 800HighTech, I will personally send you $100*

* This offer is only for qualified prospects with bad credit who buy, finance and accept delivery of a computer from another company within 4 weeks of canceling an order from 800HighTech.

Many notebooks have tried to claim the title of being the world’s fastest or the world’s most powerful laptop or even a desktop replacement laptop, but the Stealth Series is the true holder of this title. The Stealth Series Notebooks are a 17-inch extreme laptop notebook that packs quite a wallop under the hood, including a Intel’s Core 2 Duo desktop processor, Dual NVIDIA 7950GTX, up to 4GB of RAM, up to three hard drives in a RAID 0/1/5 array, 7.1-channel audio, built-in stereo speakers, the ability to house dual optical drives, integrated TV tuner, 1.3-megapixel webcam, and a flash card reader to boot. You’ll also find an array of ports and connectivity options, including WiFi, Bluetooth, FireWire, 56k modem, USB 2.0, and DVI / S-video outputs. All these components require the 11.9 pound laptop to have a 12-cell Li-ion will last much over an hour under full strain. We know you’re wondering, so if you’ve been eying a mobile gaming rig - this is it!

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Well for openers we are not implying General Patton would advise you to buy a computer from 800HighTech. When he was planning battles they didn’t even have computers. BUT I am quite sure what he would advise to assure you make a wise decision on anything would be gather all the good intelligence available and verify that it is accurate. Then taking all the important factors into consideration and weighing the importance of each, make a decision and act on your decision! In battle as in life sometimes timing is everything.

Many great men in history when faced with a decision would take an ordinary piece of paper and draw a line top to bottom. On one side of the line they would write the reasons for a certain decision and on the other the reasons against. They would look at the pluses & minuses, weigh the facts, make a decision and then they would act! I suggest you do the same on this and when faced with any big decision. It may help you to crystallize your thinking, I know it helps me.

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Many unsophisticated consumers believe an initial lower price means a given item is the least expensive BUT that is not always true. Sometimes the costs are hidden and you just keep paying them.

:: Considerations When Purchasing a Computer ::

Can the item you purchased be upgraded?

Many large manufacturers still sell computers with parts that are proprietary. If you can upgrade at all it must be through the OEM. Usually this means unusually high expense to upgrade or that you must buy another computer

How easily can 800HighTech upgrade?

We do upgrades on your purchased computers at cost and ad the charge to your account. If your account is 6 months old and you are current most often you will not be asked to increase your allotment. The items can either be shipped to you or we will install them for you at cost. What could be easier or less costly??

What about service and support?

As a member of the US military you either are now or very soon you could be overseas where many companies are unwilling and most are unable to provide you competent warranty repair and/or phone technical support. We have toll free numbers and will call you back wherever you are to diagnose and resolve problems. On warranty repairs we pay shipping both ways. What could be less costly than that?

Sometimes your wife is the one with the computer and she depends on you for tech support so who does she call when you are deployed. Sean & Casey make sure dependents get help to be up & running whenever you are away. If your computer goes down whatever the reason you want help now. Nobody does that better than 800HighTech. How much is that worth?

What about shipping problems?

If your computer is shipped to you via the USPS there is always the risk that your item could be lost or stolen. USPS has a cumbersome BUT reliable claim service if the shipper knows how it works. Often it takes six months though for a claim to be paid. Most companies refuse to ship your replacement until they have been reimbursed.

At 800HighTech we know the USPS system. If you sign the claim form we send a replacement on the 30th day. Lost or stolen does not happen often (unless you are in Korea) BUT if it happens to you having purchased from 800HighTech is a comfort.

What about the high finance charge?

Members of the US military enjoy great finance charges from AAFES using their Star Card etc for mass produced computers on base. BUT if they want a custom built system such as offered at 800HighTech most of those same credit unions won’t extend credit to our customers for computer loans. The better question is what would it cost for anyone to finance a computer off base? Again most of our customers would be turned down for credit off base. At Sears, Circuit City, Dell , Sony etc. BUT if they were to open an account most companies charge more than 800HighTech. Our finance charge for people with bad credit is better than your CO with perfect credit would pay at the aforementioned companies.

Plus we offer one year rebates on all finance charges if the purchase is paid within one year. People who say our finance charges are high just don’t know what is really available.

What if I void my warranty?

Most companies will void your warranty for ANY excuse. At 800HighTech that is hard to do unless you are impossibly rude & difficult. We want to keep your computer running at peak performance for as long as possible so that when you are ready to buy another you buy from us. We replace parts & refurbish older systems and provide fresh warranties when other companies refuse to help at all. Nobody will deny this unless they were rude and difficult.

What is the bottom line?

People who talk only about price also forget that some military customers don’t have cash or credit and still want and need a computer now. Having a reliable company who also arranges credit makes ownership of a quality system possible immediately.

In two or three weeks you will be enjoying the system you could only dream about while building or rebuilding your credit. Those who purchased the cheapest system for cash will not be having the same experience and if they encounter a problem will begin to see there are other factors to consider besides price.

We have done this for over 10 years living and working overseas with our customers. I have answered my phone from 0700 till 2300 accepting calls from customers. Sure we have critics BUT they are not customers. 99% of our customers are very well satisfied with us. The 1% is like the guy who having finished paying for his computer wrote his e-mail of complaint anonymously. I checked his file and he had never contacted us for support. It was as if he wanted to be wronged. If you have a complaint tell me and I will address it. Tell somebody else, which is common, and they will have to fix it because I won’t know.

800HighTech has sold and delivered over 10,000 computers to members of the U.S. Military over the last 10 years. All were shipped with no down payment from the service member and with a satisfaction guarantee. Less than 10 were ever returned in our 10+ year history and 40% of all the sales we make each week are to current customers or their friends. No other company has this degree of customer loyalty and there are numerous reasons why.

When you are deciding where to get your computer, shouldn’t you at least consider a company with these credentials?

If the advertised price alone was the most important reason for buying a computer we would not enjoy such success. Our customers have discovered other factors that are more important than the advertised price and some of those reasons are listed here. If you are still looking for a computer please read these and decide if any or all of these reasons are important to you.

Cash on Hand

Do you have the cash to buy whatever you want? If so you will probably purchase elsewhere and these reasons will not be important enough for you. If you have near perfect credit and still are interested in a computer from 800HighTech, Contact Us and we will determine if you qualify for our preferred financing plan.

10 REASONS WHY SO MANY MEMBERS OF THE US MILITARY OWN AND CONTINUE TO BUY COMPUTERS FROM 800HIGHTECH

1. Don’t have the cash and want a computer now?
2. Do you need financing BUT have less than perfect credit?
3. Do you need an affordable monthly payment in order to obtain the computer you want now?
4. Do you want a custom built computer or customized notebook laptop?
5. Do you need shipping to an APO/FPO?
6. Do you want your shipment insured so that if it is lost or stolen you will receive a replacement in a timely manner
7. Do you need an on site warranty world wide for your first year?
8. Do you need lifetime technical support by the people who sold, assembled and built your computer?
9. Want to establish or re-establish credit?
10. Want to be able to add upgrades to your computer for a special price and as the costs to your account?

Our price includes all of these things plus one year’s financing if your account is paid within one year. There are no extras with us. Our proposal to you included everything here and more

Do you want a worry free experience where you are taken care of by the company proven to satisfy the needs of US Military customers better than any other?

There is only one choice 800HighTech.com.
Our offer is risk free!

We now order and ship computers three days each week speeding up our process even more. Order today and see for your self!

Deciding on computer memory for most of us doesn’t mean much. For those who do understand, they know that selecting the right computer memory can mean a world of difference in performance of your computer. It’s been said that you can never have enough money, and the same holds true for RAM, especially if you do a lot of graphics-intensive work or gaming. Next to the CPU itself, RAM is the most important factor in computer performance. If you don’t have enough, adding RAM can make more of a difference than getting a new CPU!

RAM is the best known form of computer memory. RAM is considered “random access” because you can access any memory cell directly if you know the row and column that intersect at that cell. When you think about it, it’s amazing how many different types of electronic memory you encounter in daily life. Many of them have become an integral part of our vocabulary: RAM, ROM, Cache, Dynamic RAM, Static RAM, Flash memory, Memory Sticks, Virtual memory, Video memory, and BIOS.

If your system responds slowly or accesses the hard drive constantly, then you need to add more RAM. If you are running Windows XP, Microsoft recommends 128MB as the minimum RAM requirement. At 64MB, you may experience frequent application problems. For optimal performance with standard desktop applications, 256MB is recommended. If you are running Windows 95/98, you need a bare minimum of 32 MB, and your computer will work much better with 64 MB. Windows NT/2000 needs at least 64 MB, and it will take everything you can throw at it, so you’ll probably want 128 MB or more.

We will discuss the benefits of memory and how to decide how much memory your custom computer or custom laptop should have. You can always upgrade later, but it is best to get the right memory first.

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