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Powerpoint Export slides to different resolutions (HD)

Issue:  Export of Powerpoint slides only default to 960 x 720, how do I export to a higher resolution? NOTE:  This requires editing of the Windows registry; if you have no experience you should allow someone who knows how to do this to perform this operation. Resolution:  Open registry editor, navigate to HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Office\12.0\PowerPoint\Options 12.0 – Office Read more about Powerpoint Export slides to different resolutions (HD)[…]

Microsoft Office returns with error when trying to activate

Issue:  When trying to activate your copy of Office, it returns with an error similar to:  An unspecified error has occurred.  Your request cannot be processed at this time.  Please try again later.  (0x80070190) Resolution:  open a command prompt and type in the following: Cscript “%ProgramFiles%\Microsoft Office\Office14\ospp.vbs” /puserops Now re-run the activation, it should complete.

Remote Desktop error in data encryption

Issue:  Remote Desktop Client displays the error:  Because of an error in data encryption, this session will end.  Please try connecting to the remote computer again. Resolution:  Be careful of working on the target (server) end.  Sometimes, you don’t have that luxury nor do you want to tweak with a production server (especially if you Read more about Remote Desktop error in data encryption[…]

Reset Windows 7 password

Issue:  End-user machine loses trust to domain and/or you forgot your administrator or account password.  This is the easiest and fastest without a Windows reboot password CD. Resolution:  Need | Windows 7 boot CD, boot into repair mode and use command prompt.  Copy c:\windows\system32\sethc.exe to c:\ (as a backup), then copy c:\windows\system32\cmd.exe over sethc.exe, overwrite, yes. Read more about Reset Windows 7 password[…]

CentOS cheatsheet

Add user to group:  useradd -G <groupname> <username> Change password:  passwd <username> Allow sudo access: visudo Server Hostname:  /etc/hosts, /etc/sysconfig/network PostgreSQL: yum install postgresql-server postgresql-cli service postgresql initdb chkconfig postgresql on /var/lib/pgsql/data/pg_hba.conf (add “host all all 127.0.0.1/32 trust” near bottom of page) service postgresql start yum commands:   remove install list <package>* list installed | Read more about CentOS cheatsheet[…]

Windows 7 won’t boot

Symptom:  Windows 7 machine BSOD, safe mode the same. Initial Assessment:  Rebuild machine or perform an in-place upgrade of Windows 7 (essentially and possibly wiping user data) Resolution:  Boot up with Windows 7 off CD/USB and go to repair via command prompt – Navigate to \Windows\System32\Config – view the files here.  If updated recently, rename Read more about Windows 7 won’t boot[…]

Migrate WordPress.com site

Issue:  Client wanted to migrate their WordPress.com site and retain full functionality in a WordPress.org site. Long/Short:  This is not possible to do, as the WordPress.com sites have built-in features exclusive to only WordPress’ own hosting platform.  Note in the article that you can only use Tools/Export to an XML file (or, of course, pay Read more about Migrate WordPress.com site[…]

Development

di-ˈve-ləp-mənt – determination of the best techniques for applying a new device or process to production of goods or services. Based on client input, a new device may be implemented for a better browsing experience, or to showcase a feature item for display. At times, certain website features may be “broken” and require development to Read more about Development[…]

Redesigns

rē-di-ˈzīn – to revise in appearance, function, or content with the purpose of increasing functionality, productivity and/or customer interaction. Designs can be based on contract specifications or developer recommendations. Maid2Be, LLC. – http://www.maid2be.com/ “Lemuel did excellent job designing my website. He walked me step by step through the process so I can learn how to Read more about Redesigns[…]