How to make Windows 7 Bootable USB Pendrive

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Many of us face a lot of problem when we have to reinstall windows on our computer or laptop. First thing we have to decide from where to install windows? The options available are DVD or USB Pendrive. In the latest new netbooks, mostly there is no DVD drive. So if you want to install windows you have to go with the other option, i.e. USB Pendrive. So here I give a brief and 100% tested tutorial on how to create a Windows 7 Bootable USB Pendrive to install Windows 7 from USB Pendrive.

First thing, you should check whether your BIOS supports booting from USB. Most of the computer/laptops support. But if your BIOS doesn’t, then sorry, you cannot boot from a USB Pendrive.

Second thing, you need another computer with Windows installed with a DVD drive, to copy its contents later.

So let us start with the procedure now:

1) Run command prompt (cmd). This can be done by clicking start and typing typing cmd in Windows 7. In Windows Xp, click on start and then click on run. Type cmd and run. This will open the command prompt which will look like this:

2) Then run diskpart utility from command prompt, by typing ‘diskpart’ on command prompt and pressing enter. This will run the diskpart utility in a separate windows, which is shown in 2nd picture below:

3) Now put in your pendrive in a USB port. Your pen drive must be atleast 4 GB, 8 GB pendrive is best for this purpose. Now go back to the diskpart console and type ‘listdisk’ and press enter. This will list the various storage devices available. You can see the size column of the disk and here we can see that ‘disk 2′ is our pen drive. Warning: In your computer it may be some other number. In our case it is ‘disk 2′.

4) Then you have to type ‘select disk 2′ and press enter. Note: in our case it is disk 2, in your case it may be disk 3, or disk 1 or any other number. You can enter ‘detail disk’ to see the details of the disk after selecting it to verify that you have selected the correct disk. You can see these steps in the image below:

5) Then you have to run a series of commands. The commands to be run in the order are:- clean

- create partition primary

- select partition 1

- active

- format fs=fat32

These steps are shown in the image below:

6) The format step will take some time. You can have a tea or coffee in the meantime and come back. After the format is complete you have to run ‘assign’ command. And after this you can exit diskpart utility by entering the ‘exit’ command. The steps are shown below:

- assign

- exit

- The image below shows all the steps taken from the first step:

7) After the format is complete, put in your original Windows 7 DVD in your DVD drive, or if you have an .iso image of the DVD, mount that image using any virtual drive software like Power ISO.

- Now go to My Computer, and open the contents of DVD Drive. Press ‘ctrl+a’ to select all contents and copy all the contents by pressing ‘ctrl+c’.

- Now go back to My Computer and open the USB Drive and press ‘ctrl+v’ to paste all the contents of DVD into the USB Disk.

 When the copy finishes, you are done just remove the USB Drive safely and use it to install Windows 7 in your computer/laptop.

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How To Detect Keylogger Hardware

Detect keylogger hardware to prevent your sensitive personal data from falling into the wrong hands. If criminals get your personal data, they can use it to open accounts and transfer money from existing accounts.

Run anti-spyware software to learn how to detect keyloggers.
A good anti-spyware or anti-virus program may be able to detect keyloggers. Keyloggers typically hide in sneaky places, and a good anti-virus program that constantly updates its virus definitions can keep track of the latest keylogger tactics. Also, keyloggers function in ways that send red flags to anti-virus programs, so installing these programs, keeping their virus definitions up-to-date and running them regularly can help you detect software keyloggers.

Check your Task List and Startup items to find keyloggers.
If you press the Ctrl + Alt + Del buttons simultaneously, it brings up a Task List, which outlines all the applications and processes currently running on your computer. Many of these processes are normal, and your computer requires them to function. However,
keylogging software has to show up on your application or processes list, so do a Web search for any unfamiliar processes or software to determine whether it's a normal part of Windows operation or whether it may be a keylogger. Likewise, you can run the msconfig utility to determine what starts up when you boot your computer. Once you launch msconfig, look for anything unfamiliar that might be a keylogger.

Have an active, secure firewall to stop keyloggers from transmitting data.
Software keyloggers require an Internet connection to transmit the data they gather from your computer. If you've got an active, secure firewall, keyloggers may not be able to transmit data, thus forming an effective way to block keyloggers. Some firewall programs even alert you when unfamiliar programs attempt to use your Internet access, so you can use this feature to discover whether keyloggers exist on your computer. Maintain an active firewall to help protect yourself from potentially dangerous keyloggers.

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Keylogger hardware come in two forms: adaptors that sit between your keyboard and your computer, and electronic chips that are placed inside your keyboard. If you're a savvy computer user, you may be able to spot the physical adaptor between your keyboard and computer. However, a hardware keylogger chip that's physically built into your keyboard is impossible to detect unless you disassemble your keyboard and know exactly what you're seeing, so you may not be able to detect this type of keylogger.

10 Ways To Tune Up Your Pc . . . .

10 ways to tune up your PC





Everything needs a tune-up: cars, pianos—even your computer! Here are 10 ways for you to tune up your PC to help keep it running smoothly and efficiently.

What you'll need:

Windows-based PC


USB drive (1 GB minimum)


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1. Keep your PC up to date


One of the best things you can do to protect your PC is also one of the easiest: Make sure you are set up to get automatic updates from Microsoft. If you use Windows and other Microsoft software, such as Microsoft Office or Windows Live Essentials, then you should use the Microsoft Update service. You'll also get notices about new Microsoftsoftware that you can download for free.

So how do you turn on automatic updates? Simple: Go to the Microsoft Update website. If you don't have automatic updates turned on, we'll help you through the process.

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2. Performance
Next, you should “look under your PC's hood” to see how efficiently your computer is operating. To check your PC's performance in Windows 7, click the Start button , typePerformance in the search box, and then click Performance Information and Tools in the search results.

Your system's processor, memory, graphics handling, and your hard drive are rated according to their capabilities. If you need more information on what these ratings mean, click the What do these numbers mean? link found under your base score.

Running Windows 7 or Windows Vista? Find out how you can optimize performance.

Running Windows XP? Check out these maintenance tips.

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3. Action Center


In Windows 7, Action Center is a central area for messages and warnings about security that need your attention. When there is nothing to report you won't even realize it's there, but when something occurs that you should know about, you will see an Action Center flag notification on your taskbar.

When you click the warning you can choose to resolve the issue from there. You can also open Action Center itself to see other notifications and actions you can take to help keep your PC running smoothly.

Running Windows Vista? Learn how to use Windows Security Center.

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4. ReadyBoost


If you have a USB drive with at least 1 GB to spare you may be able to make your system faster using ReadyBoost. ReadyBoost uses available storage space on a removable device to boost your system speed. Most flash drives and flash memory cards can help speed up your computer.

Running Windows Vista? Learn about using memory in your storage device to speed up your PC.

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5. CPU utilization


Your Central Processing Unit (CPU) is the brains of your computer. It organizes the processes in your computer to help keep it running smoothly. If you're wondering if an application may be slowing down your system, you can check the Performance tab inWindows Task Manager to see if the online movie you are watching is taking more than its fair share of power.

Windows Task Manager provides details on each process running on your computer, allowing you to find those programs affecting your PC's efficiency.

Running Windows 7? Learn more about how to view CPU utilization.

Running Windows Vista? Learn more about how to see details about your computer's performance.

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6. Check for viruses and spyware


Has your computer really slowed down since you bought it? Are windows occasionally popping up or programs starting independently? Is your hard drive constantly spinning? These and other problems may be caused by viruses or spyware.

Be sure your computer has protection against viruses, spyware, and malware. DownloadMicrosoft Security Essentials (it's free) or see recommended consumer security software providers for Windows.

Running Windows 7? Check out the security checklist.

Running Windows Vista? Learn more about security and safety.

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7. Clean up your hard drive


Just like your closet needs a good cleaning occasionally, your hard drive does, too. To unclutter your hard drive, use Disk Cleanup. When you use Disk Cleanup you will toss out those old unneeded temporary files, all the trash in your Recycle Bin, and many other bits and pieces that are no longer needed.

Run it on a regular basis and you will be amazed at your computer's efficiency.

Running Windows 7? Learn how to use Disk Cleanup.

Running Windows Vista? Learn how to use Disk Cleanup.

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8. If you don't use it, uninstall it


Even a brand-new computer has programs that you never use and don't need. If you don't use a program, uninstall it. This goes for pre-installed software, trial software you decided not to purchase, or software that you've replaced with an updated version.

Many unwanted programs run in the background upon startup whether you are using them or not. They take up disk space and memory. If you don't need the program, uninstall it. One warning: If you don't recognize a program name or know what it does, don't uninstall it until you've checked to see if it's software essential to running your PC.

Running Windows 7? Learn how to uninstall or change a program.

Running Windows Vista? Learn how to uninstall or change a program.

Running Windows XP? Learn how to uninstall or change a program.

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9. Defragment your hard drive


Over time, files on your computer are moved around the hard drive. Eventually it takes your computer longer to find various parts of the programs which have been moved or fragmented. To boost your computer's speed and overall performance, defrag your hard drive on occasion. In Windows 7, Disk Defragmenter rearranges fragmented data, making your computer operate more efficiently.

Running Windows 7? Learn how to defragment your hard drive.

Running Windows Vista? Learn how to defragment your hard drive.

Running Windows XP? Learn how to defragment your hard drive.

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10. Try troubleshooting for performance


Your PC may also have some simple or more complex issues that Windows 7 can repair for you. Try a troubleshooting program to automatically fix those issues.

In Windows 7, the maintenance troubleshooter fixes problems, such as cleaning up unused files and shortcuts, so your computer can run faster. The performance troubleshooter checks specifically for performance issues. Both are quick and easy to use and may provide you with some useful suggestions.

Running Windows 7? Learn about troubleshooting programs.

Running Windows Vista? Check out these troubleshooting tips.

Running Windows XP? Learn about maintenance tasks that improve performance.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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