Browsing Windows XP
Optimize RDP For Slow Connections
Windows XP''s Remote Desktop Connection works great if you are connecting to a remote computer via a cable modem or DSL, but you can still optimize the experience to work acceptably well for modem connections.
Access A Windows 2000 Machine with RDP
Even though you are running Windows XP, it''s easy to access a machine running Windows 2000 Terminal Server.
What is Remote Desktop Connection?
The Windows XP Remote Desktop Connection utility lets you remotely access a Windows machine over a network or the Internet, provided it is set up to do so and you have proper access on the box.
Search Google and Other Search Engines from the Command Prompt
Here''s an interesting command you can add to your Windows XP and DOS arsenal.
Top Command Alternative to View Processes
Many Unix and Linux-style operating systems come with the ''top'' command that, when entered, display a detailed view of every running process on the system.
Output to a Log File
The Windows 2003 Resource Kit comes with a batch file command, logtime, that lets you output the current time, date, and a custom text message to a log file.
How to download and install Windows XP SP2
Windows XP Service Pack 2, offering many security and performance upgrades for your operating system, can be conveniently downloaded in several ways.