Binary Expressions

2009-9-22

How To – Force an Application to Maximize/Minimize at Startrup

Filed under: — Adam @ 8:03 am

Background Knowledge


When opening an application one may desire to have the application maximized or minimized. The solutions listed below are the most reliable means to achieve this for all Microsoft Windows versions.

Solution #1 – Shortcut


Create a New Shortcut

  1. Right mouse click on an empty area of the desktop.
  2. Left mouse click on “New” -> “Shortcut”.
  3. Left mouse click on the “Browse…” button and select a desired application.
  4. Once you have selected your desired application, left mouse click on the “OK” button.
  5. Left mouse click on the “Next” button.
  6. Type in the desired name of the shortcut and left mouse click on the “Finish” button.
  7. Continue on to the “Edit Existing Shortcut” instructions below.

Edit Existing Shortcut

  1. Right mouse click on a shortcut and left mouse click on “Properties”.
  2. Left mouse click on “Shortcut” tab.
  3. Under “Run”, select desired window setting, “Normal window”, “Maximized” or ” Minimized”.
  4. Left mouse click on the “OK” button.

Note: If you do not have the “Run” property on the shortcut, then follow the “Create a New Shortcut” instructions.

Solution #2 – Command Line


Maximize

  1. At the command line type without double quotes, “start /max c:\Windows\notepad.exe”. Replace “c:\Windows\notepad.exe” with desired application.

Minimized

  1. At the command line type without double quotes, “start /min c:\Windows\notepad.exe”. Replace “c:\Windows\notepad.exe” with desired application.

2009-9-18

How To – Wiii Will Not Power On

Filed under: — Adam @ 8:20 pm

Background Knowledge


Your Nintendo Wii will no longer power on. You may also notice the light on the power button maybe lit and then turn off when pressed.

Solution #1


  1. Unplug the Wii power adapter from the back of the Wii and from the outlet/source.
  2. The Wii power adapter must be unplugged at both ends for 2 minutes, no less.
  3. At this stage it’s best to unplug/remove all accessories including controllers, memory cards, game discs, and cables.
  4. Ensure all cables/wiring all not damaged in an shape or form. If indeed there is a cable/wire that is, replace it. Also ensure your power outlet/source is operational.
  5. After 2 minutes have passed, plug the power adapter back into the back of the Wii and power outlet/source.

    If the power light comes on, plug the sensor bar into the back of the Wii and press the power button to turn the system on to see if it still works. Repeat this process for each accessory. If you discover one or more accessory causes the system to not be functional have the accessory replaced or repaired.

Solution #2


If by now you have not been able to power on your Nintendo Wii system please consult the link below or contact Nintendo’s customer service.

Source: Nintendo Customer Service – Wii Power Problems

2009-9-10

How To – Find The Version of Shockwave/Flash Player Installed

Filed under: — Adam @ 4:16 pm

The following links load a flash file that will report what version is installed for Adobe Flash and Adobe Shockwave.

Source: Version test for Adobe Flash Player

Source: Test Adobe Shockwave & Flash Players

2009-9-6

How To – Change your ringtone on a Blackberry Curve

Filed under: — Adam @ 8:11 pm
  1. Go to Profiles
  2. Click on Advanced
  3. Highlight Active profile
  4. Click on Menu and select Edit
  5. SMS Text/Phone/MMS etc.
  6. Select Tone
  7. Ring Tone: Change as desired
  8. Volume: High/Medium/Low
  9. Click back button
  10. Select Save

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