Are you using Windows Vista or XP and want that Windows 7 AeroSnap goodness on your own system? Then join us as we look at AeroSnap for Windows Vista and XP. Note: Requires .NET Framework 2.0 or higher (link provided at bottom of article). When you drag it back to the last position, the last window size will be restored. Before going any further you should take a moment to view and make any desired adjustments in the Options....

We’ll show you how to change or reset your Windows password from a Ubuntu Live CD. And yes, that includes Windows 7. Exercise caution if you have important encrypted files. You’ll need a Ubuntu 9.10 Live CD, or a bootable Ubuntu 9.10 Flash Drive. The program that lets us manipulate Windows passwords is calledchntpw. The steps to install it are different in 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Ubuntu. chntpwis found in the universe repository....

Have you ever recorded home video on a camcorder only to find the video size is enormous? AutoGK is a free program that runs on Windows. Files are output as .AVI files and are converted using the DivX or XviD codecs. Installing and Using AutoGK Download and install AutoGK (link below) initiate the AutoGK. Youll need to navigate a few wizard screens, but you’re able to just accept the defaults....

Next select Remote Access, it is off by default, just hit the button to turn it on. Wait while your router is configured for remote access, when its complete click Next. The router is successfully configured, and we can continue to the next process of configuring our domain name. The Domain Name Setup Wizard will start. Notice you will need a Windows Live ID to set it up which is typically your hotmail address....

If you are not worried about UI space then you are good to go. For our example we still had easy access to all three rows. Two rows still too much? Set the number of rows for one only in the “Options” and still enjoy that scrolling goodness. you might save space and access your bookmarks easily without those drop-down lists.

On any Excel worksheet, pick the cell with the formatting youd like to copy. You will see dashed lines around the selected cell. Then select theHometab and hit theFormat Painter.Youll see your cursor now includes a paintbrush graphic. Move to the cell where youd like to apply the formatting and punch it. Your target cell will now have the new formatting. Or, you could click and drag across a group of cells....

Heres an easy way to revisit the early years of personal computing with a theme for Windows 7. With only 64Kb of ram and an 8 bit processor, theCommodore 64is light-years behind todays computers. Now, double-tap on the Themepack file to apply the theme. Open an app to see all the changes … notice the old-style font in the Window boarder and menus. This theme also changes your gear, Recycle Bin, and User folder icons to Commodore 64-inspired icons....

The Image Toolbar extension provides an extra toolbar to use when you hover your mouse over webpage images. All of the commands are active by default but you might choose what is available in the options. The first Tab Area lets you set up the Save Scheme that best suits your personal needs.

Although there are a lot advanced features available, burning an ISO to disc is easy. Download and install ImgBurn (link below) taking the defaults in the install wizard. ImgBurn opens up with the source and destination fields already filled in. you might leave the default prefs, then tap the Write button. That is all there is to it…click Ok and close out of ImgBurn. Use ISO Recorder ISO Recorder (link below) is another great utility for burning ISO images to disc....

Windows Phone 7 offers a unique and exciting UI that displays lots of information efficiently on the screen. If you do not have it installed, download it from the link below and initiate the setup. Accept the license agreement, and install it with the default prefs. By default Rainmeter will automatically run when you start your machine. Now, download the Omnimo UI theme for Rainmeter (link below). You will need to unzip the folder first....

Have you tried out the Office 2010 beta, but want to go back to Office 2007? Heres a step-by-step tutorial on how to remove your Office 2010 beta and reinstall your Office 2007. If your box is running Windows 7, enter Uninstall a program in your Start menu search. Note that there will be two entries for Office, so verify to snag the Click-to-Run entry. This will automatically remove all of Office 2010 and its components....

Are you looking for a quick and simple way to view the contents of the cache in Firefox? Then you will definitely want to see how easy it can be using the CacheViewer extension. Note: CacheViewer is a front-end app for easily accessing and searching the memory cache. All three work equally well…choose the method that best suits your personal needs. When you dive into the CacheViewer Window this is what it will look like....

Are you tired of shuffling back and forth between windows? Heres a handy app that can help you keep all of your windows organized and accessible. AquaSnap is a great free utility that helps you use multiple windows at the same time easily and efficiently. Download the small installer (link below) and install it with the default prefs. Now you’ve got the option to go ahead and put it to use....