Computer Repair Tips for everyday users

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Friday, December 19, 2008

MAPI32.DLL ERROR

Error message when you try to start Outlook 2003: "MAPI32.DLL is corrupt or
the wrong version"

I have seen this in Vista mostly.

You can try this:
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/outlook/HP011164781033.aspx

But this is what worked for me:

1. Start Windows Explorer.

2. Locate and then open the following folder on your computer:
C:\Program Files\Common Files\System\Msmapi\1033

3. Right-click the MSMapi32.dll file, and then click Rename.

Note The file (Msmapi32.dll) that you are renaming differs from the file
(Mapi32.dll) that is mentioned in the error message.

4. Type Msmapi32.old, and then press ENTER to rename the file.

5. Start Outlook 2003.

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Monday, December 15, 2008

How to CUT, COPY & PASTE

Instructional Video on "How to Cut, Copy & Paste".

Please take the time to learn how to do this.

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Saturday, December 13, 2008

Coupon for Digital TV Convert Box

TV Coverter Box Coupon


DTV Transition and the Coupon Program

At midnight on February 17, 2009, all full-power television stations in the United States will stop broadcasting in analog and switch to 100% digital broadcasting. Digital broadcasting promises to provide a clearer picture and more programming options and will free up airwaves for use by emergency responders.

What is the TV Converter Box Coupon Program?
Congress created the TV Converter Box Coupon Program for households wishing to keep using their analog TV sets after February 17, 2009. The Program allows U.S. households to obtain up to two coupons, each worth $40, that can be applied toward the cost of eligible converter boxes.
A TV connected to cable, satellite or other pay TV service does not require a TV converter box from this program.
Consumers have a variety of options. Options to explore include:
  1. Keep your existing analog TV and purchase a TV converter box. A converter box plugs into your TV and will keep it working after Feb. 17, 2009, or
  2. Connect to cable, satellite or other pay service, or
  3. Purchase a television with a digital tuner.

More Info:

Digital TV transitions:
DTV.Gov



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Saturday, December 06, 2008

How to Password Protect Folders in Outlook 2007

*Becareful, if you forget this password you will not be able to recover your PST information so it is critical that you write it down or document in some form so that you will remember, for you will not get back in.

Outlook folders are stored in a PST file. They are not real folders and cannot be protected with the software program Password Protect Folders.
To set a password on your Outlook folders, you do not need any software programs. Just follow these steps:
  1. If the Folder List is not displayed in your Outlook, click View > Navigation Pane > Normal.
  2. Right-click Personal Folder (the highest folder in your folder tree) and select Properties for Personal Folders from the right-click menu.
  3. On the General tab, click on the Advanced button.
  4. Click on the Change Password button.
  5. Type your password into the New Password and Verify Password boxes.
  6. Make sure the Save This Password in Your Password List check box is cleared and click OK.
That is it. You will be prompted for a password next time you start Outlook. However, please note that Outlook folders are not the only folders you should set a password on.
To safeguard your folders containing important private and work information from unwanted access, install Password Protect Folders on your computer. Password Protect Folders is fully integrated with Windows Explorer. That is you can use the right-click menu in Windows Explorer to protect and unprotect your folders.

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