Archive for 'Windows 7'
Recording Internet radio stations
Q: Do all Internet radio stations broadcast using MP3 format at 128 Kbps bit rate? And how do I record Internet radio stations onto my computer’s hard drive? A: Internet radio stations can broadcast (commonly known as “stream”) at any rate or file format they prefer. But many choose 128 Kbps because it strikes a […]
Posted: October 5th, 2009 under Free software, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP.
Tags: Internet Radio, Recording Internet Radio
Comments: none
Interview and review of Window 7 For Dummies
The intrepid Rich Robinson of MintyWhite.com posted an interview with me and a review of Windows 7 For Dummies on his Web site.
Posted: October 2nd, 2009 under Windows 7.
Tags: mintywhite
Comments: none
Help for stranded Windows XP upgraders
Thinking about installing Windows 7 on your Windows XP PC? I’ve outlined some tips and tricks for Windows XP upgraders for Datamation’s Web site, as well as answered questions from readers.
Posted: September 30th, 2009 under Windows 7, Windows Vista.
Tags: Datamation
Comments: none
Why does the Windows Experience Index differ in Windows Vista and Windows 7?
Q: Under Vista Ultimate, my computer earned a Windows Experience Index of 5.9. (I expected that because I own a Dell Precision M6400 mobile workstation that’s maxed out in performance. When I did an upgrade install of Windows 7 RC (Build 7100), I was disappointed to see the Performance Experience Index remain at 5.9. I […]
Posted: September 27th, 2009 under Windows 7, Windows Vista.
Tags: Dell Precision M6400 Mobile Workstation, Windows Experience Index
Comments: none
It’s scary to see yourself on TV…
The promo video I made for Amazon is online now, and the price of Windows 7 For Dummies has dropped to a 34% discount!
Posted: September 25th, 2009 under Windows 7.
Tags: Windows 7 for Dummies
Comments: none