How to configure the Windows Firewall in windows 7

Windows 7 comes with a robust firewall included and this can be tweaked by the user according to their needs and computer resources.  A firewall plays a huge role in protecting your computer from external malicious programs. So until and unless you grant permission, external programs will not be able to use the resources of your computer. A firewall can also help stop your computer from sending malicious software to other computers.
Windows Firewall comes installed on all editions of Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7, and you can access its settings through the Control Panel.If you want to change your firewall setting in windows xp or vista then follow this blog.How to Change the Windows Wireless Firewall Settings

Like Windows Vista, the fundamental (basic) settings of the Windows 7 firewall can be configured from Control Panel. But unlike Windows Vista, Windows 7 allows you to tweak the advanced settings of its firewall directly from your Control Panel, instead of accessing empty MMC.

Manually Configure Your Windows 7 Firewall
Below is the procedure to manually configure the firewall Settings of Windows 7:

Step1: Click the Start button to view the Start Menu and then choose the Control Panel option.

Step2: The Control Panel window opens up. Now click on the System and Security link.

Step3: In System and Security section of Control Panel opens up and you can see the direct link for the Windows Firewall.

Step4: Click on the Windows Firewall and a new window opens up. On the left pane, you can see various links like, Change notification settings, Turn Windows Firewall on or off, Restore defaults and advanced settings etc.
On the right pane, there are two types of networks link for which you can set firewall settings. They are Home or Work (Private) networks and Public networks. By default the Firewall state is ON for both the networks.

Step5: Click on the Change Notification settings link in the Left Pane .To turn off the Windows Firewall click on the Turn off Windows Firewall option button. Click on OK button.

Step6: To enable the default or recommended settings either click on the Use recommended settings button on the right pane or click on the Restore default link on the left pane. Click on the Restore default button and a confirmation popup opens up, Click on Yes.

Step7: On the left pane, Click on the Advance Settings link to view or change settings. The Advanced settings for the Local Computer displays as below.

Step8: Click on the Inbound Rules link in the left pane. A list of all Inbound Rules is displayed. On clicking an enabled rule, a list of actions are shown in the Actions Pane. Click on Disable Rule to disable the selected rule. You can also Cut, Copy and Delete the rule.
Note: Same procedure is for Enabling/Disabling the Outbound Rules.

Step9: Click on the Monitoring in the left pane to monitor the settings like Active Networks, Firewall State, General Settings and Logging settings etc.

If you want to undo the changes that you have made to disable your windows firewall setting , here is guide for you How to Turn off Your Firewall in Windows 7 .

Note: I hope this guide has given you a basic idea of how to set up your firewall in Windows 7.If you are not able to work on the above steps or getting some technical problems  then you can reach online technical support from V tech-squad at their Toll Free No +1-877-452-9201.

How to Configure VPN connection in Windows 7

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is a network that uses the internet to provide remote access to a centralized organizational network.Basically there are few outside connections to the Internet in a VPN. This prevents people outside the network from accessing the information on the network. VPN is very useful these days as it allows one to access data, files, printers and other devices remotely. Users need to be authenticated first, to be able to connect a VPN. It is not a cloud service but a file sharing service that requires the internet and a server to be hosted.Follow the given steps to configure your VPN connection.

If you want to configure your VPN connection with wireless router then follow this blog ,which will help you to set your VPN with router.How to Configure a VPN on NetGear Router.Below are the steps that will help to set your VPN connection and also help to change the default program association with your files.

Step1: From start menu, go to the control panel and select the option Network and Sharing Center.

Step2: In Network and Sharing Center, click on “Change adapter settings”.

Step3: Press Alt + F and click on “New Incoming Connection”

Step4: Now a wizard would open. In the first step, mark those users whom do you want to allow access to use your connection.

Step5: There is an option through the internet, Put a mark on “Through the internet” and click next.

Step6: Now select the protocols you want to connect and double click on “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).

Step7: Fill incoming IP properties window and then click OK

Step8: After completing the all above steps, you will see the last step of the Wizard. Click close to finish it

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How to change the default program used to open a file type in Windows 7

 If you’ve ever installed a program and suddenly found certain file types opening with it instead of what you had before, it can be confusing and annoying. Today we take a look at how you can control which applications are opening certain file types on your computer.

Windows will usually open a specific file type in the same program, known as the default program, all the time. Windows 7 support only opens one program for a particular file extension. suppose if you like your JPEG files to open with Photoshop Elements, for example, and not Paint, then changing that default program for JPEG files is what you need to do.

This can easily be rectified though. Here's following steps will help  to change default program and help to open in windows 7 support environment.

Step1: From the Start menu select the Control Panel.

Step2: Open the Program section and then click on Make a file type always open in a specific program from the section labeled Default Programs.

Step3: Windows will now display a list of all the various file extensions and the default program currently used to open it. To change the default program, simply click on the extension your require. For example .doc. Now press Change Program in the top right-hand corner of the window.

Step4: You'll now be offered a list of programs installed on the PC that can open this file type. Select the one you want and press OK. The default program will now be changed.

Step5: Alternatively, you can right-click on any file with this extension and select Open with from the drop down menu. Press Choose default program from the menu and you'll be presented with the compatible programs installed on the machine. Select the one you want and then make sure the box next to Always use the selected program to open this type of file is checked. Press OK.

If you don’t like original button in your system and want to change this button and set a new look then follow this blog.  How to customize Windows Start button in Windows 7.

How to customize Windows Start button in Windows 7

There are many different ways and means of customizing the Windows 7 desktop, both using tools built into the OS itself, and third-party applications to change more setting. But they all seem to make one assumption: that the default location for the Start menu’s button -- the left or top of the Taskbar depending on its position -- is the right one.

If you are bored of look at the same old Windows 7 Start Orb, you can now change it easily. Start Orb Mover comes from the folk at The Windows Club, and is still very much in its early stages of development, despite the 1.0 version number. There are many things to like about it -- small download (1MB) and portability, so there’s no installation or messing about with system files involved.

If you don’t like original button, then you can follow the given steps to set your start button.

•  Right-click on the "Start" button in an open area on the Windows 7 home screen and   click "Properties." The Task bar and Start Menu Properties dialog box appears on the screen.

• Click the "Customize" button in the upper-right corner of the dialog box. The Customize Start Menu dialog box appears on the screen.

•  Type the number of programs you want to display into the field to the right of "Number of Recent Programs to Display" at the bottom of the dialog box. Then click OK two times to save your changes and exit the dialog box.

If the Start Button does not get changed, you may have to follow these steps:

•     Make sure that the program is closed.

•     Manually take ownership of “C:\Windows\explorer.exe” – or you can use our UWT to do so easily.Run the program and select the orb. 

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How to make Windows Search more useful in Windows 7

 In Windows 7, you can find more things and facilities in more places within few times —documents, email messages, songs etc.

Perform Your Search From the Start Menu
In windows Explorer, search any files from search bar, it rarely find anything, because Windows Explorer only searches the folder you're in—not your entire computer. If you have Libraries open in Explorer, it'll only search your libraries. If you aren't confirm where the file is that you're looking for, open up the start menu and search from there. It'll search your entire computer for files, folders, and programs matching those terms. If you want more detailed results, you can then click "See More Results" to bring up a detailed search results window. But thinking that you can shortcut your way to the detailed results by opening up Explorer first will get you nowhere.

Search the Contents of Your Files
By default, Windows does search the contents of your files, meaning if your search term shows up inside a document (but not in the file name), it'll show up in search results. However, for some reason, this only works some of the time. I've certain files come up for one search term and not another even though both terms appeared somewhere in the document. I found the best way to improve content searching is to open up Windows Explorer and head to Organize > Folder and Search Options, then go to the Search tab. From there, check the "Always search file names and contents" radio button.
Suppose,if you have too many files in your system but some are corrupted or you are not able to delete this file,i think this article will help to delete your corrupted files and organize into better way.How to Delete Undeletable Files in Windows 7

Choose Which File Extensions Can Be Searched By Content
Now you can search by contents of your files, may be few of them still aren’t searchable- most notably file types Windows doesn't think you want to search, like .conf or .sh files. To search, go to the Start Menu and search for "Indexing Options". Choose the top result that comes up and then click the Advanced button. Under the File Types tab, you can add a new extension to the list, or edit any extension on the list to index the contents of the file. You can also uncheck any file extension to stop search from indexing that file type.

Add Folders to Your Index
If you have moved any folders in your Users folder, or are storing something useful elsewhere on your drive, you can add that folder to the index in one of two ways. Note that the more folders you add, the slower Windows search becomes, so don't just add your entire C: drive—pick your folders carefully to keep it fast and useful.
The easiest way is to include it in one of your libraries. Windows Explorer automatically indexes all your libraries, so either creates a new one or right-click on an applicable library and goes to Properties to add a folder to it. That folder will then be added to your index.
Alternatively, you can go back to Indexing Options (by searching for it in the Start Menu) and clicking the Modify button to add a new folder to the index. This is useful if you want to index a folder but don't want it to appear in any of your Windows 7 libraries.

Manually Type In Your Search Filters
If you want to search within a specific folder, you might find that searching from Windows Explorer's search box offers you a number of search modifiers to refine your terms, like "Date Modified", "Kind", "Type", and more.

What you may not realize is that these filters change depending on what folder you're in. Usually it's helpful, changing them to Artist/Album/Title in the Music folder, or "Date Taken" and "Tags" in the pictures folder. If you ever want a filter that isn't shown, however, you can always just type it in yourself (e.g. datemodified:last week invoice1). In fact, it isn't unlike searching Google in this way—you can also use AND and OR operators too, plus quotes if you're looking for a specific phrase. You can also change what type of file a certain folder is optimized for, which will change the search filters available to you in that folder

These tips are simple and useful for normal windows user. You can reach V tech-squad online technical support for any of your queries relate to Windows 7 Support at their Toll Free No +1-877-452-9201.

How to Turn Off Automatic Java Updates in Windows 7

When you install java programming language in your windows 7 machine, the software is configured to automatically give update whenever a new version of java becomes available. If you want to annoying these message, you can built from  java control panel to adjust your update setting .Given below steps help you to disable the automatic java updates.
If you want to store all information including new and modified then follow this article which will give a proper idea to store information backup. How to Backup Registry in Windows 7

Step1: from start menu, select the control panel for access the items, which is available on the right side of the start menu.

Step2: Click within the search box which is located at the top-right corner of the resulting window and type "Java."

Step3: Select the "Update" tab located near the top of the Java Control Panel window and uncheck the box labeled "Check for Updates Automatically."

Step4: After completing the all above steps the select the "Never Check" button when prompted and finally, click "OK" to confirm your choice and close the Java Control Panel.


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How To Remove System Restore Points In Windows 7

In windows 7 system, restore feature records various information about previous working configuration, if any change made to the computer cause a problem. The restore data saved on your computer can consume several gigabytes of hard drive space. If you need to save some hard drive space one trick is to decrease the size or completely disable the System Restore feature.Follow the given steps to remove you system restore point in windows 7.

 Step1: From start menu in your system,go to my computer and right click on ‘computer’ and select ‘properties’ to display ‘system ‘ window.

Step2: Click "Advanced System Settings" on the left side of the window. The "System Properties" window appears, with the "Advanced" tab selected.

Step3: In system properties window, go to the "System Protection" tab.


Step4: The System Properties dialog box opens where you will want to select your system disc and click the Configure button.

Step5: Click the "Delete" button next to "Delete all restore points."

Step6: Click "Continue." Windows deletes all of the system restore points and you will get confirmation warning screen when the process is complete.

After decreasing the amount of space it uses you might want to Create A Restore Point right away.If you want to set system restore ,here is the  guide for you How to Set Up a Restore Point in Microsoft Windows.

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How to Create a Restore Point in Windows 7

System Restore is a component of Microsoft's Windows Me, Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7.where operating systems give permission to roll back of system files, registry keys, installed programs, etc.to a previous state in the event of system malfunction or failure.

Windows 7 creates and save restore points. Windows 7 will restore the documents in your computer to the previous state. Windows saves restore points weekly and also before installing new programs. You can also create a restore point any time when it is necessary.
If you want to know more about  restore point and restore utility in Windows 7 then follow the article ,which will give the more idea about backup and restore.How to Use Backup and Restore in Windows 7
If you think restore point is not necessary for you ,then you can delete it,find the steps from How To Remove System Restore Points In Windows 7 which i have already discussed in same blog.

Step1: From start button, right click on my computer and go to properties to open the new window.


Step2: After opening the new window, click on system protection link. The System Properties dialog screen opens up and you will want to click on Create. If Windows prompts you for a password or confirmation, enter your administrator password or click "Continue" to provide confirmation.

Step3: Click the "Create" button. A pop-up window prompts you for a short description. Type in a description f The time it takes to create the restore point will depend on the amount of data, computer speed etc.or the restore point which will help you remember the point at which is created.

All done!  Now if something goes wrong you have the satisfaction knowing that you can go back in time to the point before the changes were made.

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Hidden features in the Windows 7 Default Programs tool

While exploring in Microsoft Windows 7 recently, I discovered something hidden features which is by default programs in windows 7 support. Default Programs was like Windows XP’s Set Program Access and Defaults tool, which was added at the SP1 stage and was designed to alleviate charges of Microsoft’s anticompetitive business practices by allowing Windows users to easily specify the third-party browser, email, messaging, and media programs as the defaults.

However, when I actually ran the Default Programs tool found in Windows 7, I discovered that while it does serve that same primary function, it also contains several other additional configuration features. 

Launching Default Program

You’ll find the Default Programs tool near or at the top of the All Programs section of the Start menu. You can access it quickly by clicking the Start button and typing Default in the Start Search box. When you launch the Default Programs tool, as shown in Figure A, you’ll see a list of four options that allow you to configure how Windows 7 works with programs:

• Your Default programs
• File Type Associations
• AutoPlay Settings
• Computer Default Programs 

Figure A

Default programs

When you select the Set Your Default Programs option, you’ll see a window that lists all the programs that Windows 7 considers the defaults and possible defaults for the browser, email, messaging, and media programs. When you select a third-party program such as Google Chrome, which competes with Internet Explorer, you’ll be given the option to set the program as the default, as shown in Figure B.

 

Figure B

Keep in mind that the options you set in this part of the Default Programs tool apply only to your user account — they won’t affect any other user accounts on the computer.

File type associations

  Changing file type associations in previous versions of Windows has never been a very straightforward procedure. However, changing file type associations in Windows 7 using the Associate a File Type or Protocol with a Specific Program window, as shown in Figure C, is a real piece of cake.

Figure C

All you have to do is select a file extension and click the Change Program button. Then, when the Open With dialog box appears, as shown in Figure D, just select the program you want to associate.

Figure D

AutoPlay settings

When you insert a CD, DVD, USB Flash drive, or other removable media, AutoPlay kicks into action and immediately prompts you to use the application associated with the files on the media. When you choose Change AutoPlay Settings, you’ll see the window shown in Figure E and will be able to configure the program that you want AutoPlay to launch when you insert the device or media. You can even completely disable AutoPlay if you desire.

Figure E

Program access and computer defaults
When you select Set Program Access and Computer Defaults, you’ll see the Set Program Access and Computer Defaults window, as shown in Figure F. As you can see, this user interface and its configuration options are identical to the Windows XP’s Set Program Access and Defaults tool. And, like the Windows XP version, this one sets the defaults for everyone who uses the computer.

Figure F

 

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How to Create a Login & Password for Windows 7

Windows 7 gives you to configure your computer for multiple users’ accessibility with their own login id and password setting. New purchase computer with windows 7 gives you only one user accounts initially .However you can add an additional account for different member.

If you have account and  forget password then you can solve this problem through manually or paid service or any free software.If you want reset your password manually then follow this article ,which gives you the idea to reset your password. How to Create and Use a Windows 7 Password Reset Disk

In windows 7 you can easily set up a restore point ,where you can undo the changes and  reset your computer to an earlier times or date .If you want to get this features then follow the How to Set Up a Restore Point in Microsoft Windows 7 which I have discussed in this blog.

Step1: From start menu, click on control panel and you will get the instruction from control panel items by category. Confirm this by finding the "View by" drop down menu in the upper-right of corner the window and choosing "Category" if it is not already selected.

Step2: click on the User Accounts and Family Safety link and choose the account you would like to change appears.

Step3: create a new account under the list of user accounts. Choose the inside box labeled new account name and put the proper name that you would like to use to identify the new user account.

Step4:  after completing the above steps, click a radio button to identify the new account should have standard user or administrator permission. Only an administrator can make changes to the configuration of the computer.

Step5: Click the Create Account button. 
This creates the account and displays the user list again. 
Then create password from the create a password icon.

Step6: Type the password that which you want to give for new user account.You also have the option of adding a "hint" (usually a word or phrase) that will be used as a prompt to help a user remember the password later. Click the "Create Password" button and the account is ready to use.




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How to start Windows auto-update in Windows 7

Laptop and desktop computer can safe using automatic windows update in windows 7. Microsoft periodically releases updates and security fixes. By using these updates, your computer will safe from viruses, spyware, malware, warm etc. when  you fix windows update in windows 7 then you have ability to download updates and choose when to install, automatically have updates applied, check for updates only and/or never check for updates.

After update the latest version of windows ,if you want to create  your password  then follow ,How to Create a login & Password for a Computer in Windows 7 blog in this post.And if you want to stop this feature then you can follow how to stop Microsoft windows 7 auto update features .

If you want fix your windows update in windows7, find the given steps below:

Step1: From start menu, click the "all program" where you will see “windows update”. Otherwise in the search box which is available when you click the ‘start’ menu write windows update .windows update give the option to select the next step.

Step2: click on ‘check for updates’ which is located on the left hand-side of the open window. Windows 7 will automatically start checking for updates.

Step3: After completing the all above steps then click “Important update” link and choose all that apply. When you are finished choosing your important updates then click “ok”.

Step4: when you are finished important update with click “ok” .then click the “optional update” link and choose all that apply.

Step5: in the final steps, click on "Install updates." Windows 7 downloads your updates and installs them. And reboot is necessary for your computer once the update process is complete.

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How to stop Microsoft windows 7 auto update feature

Windows Auto-Update is a feature that comes with every version of Microsoft Windows Operating System. This are the patches that are released in the due course of operating system life cycle. This patches are basically the fixes that developers at Microsoft Support center get to know time to time.


Windows 7 also comes with a auto-update feature which help in running your windows operating system smoothly. It is always advised to keep the auto-update on, so that your computer is secure and up to date with the latest bug fixes and any security patches released by Microsoft now and then. If you think that you Windows auto-update feature is off find the steps here at How to start Windows auto-update in Windows 7 which i have discussed here at the same blog.


But some so the times this i.e auto-update feature can be annoying when Windows repeatedly pop-ups you asking to reboot your computer once the updates are performed. If you want to disable windows automatic updates feature in your windows 7 operating system you can happily do so in some of the steps below.


Step 1: In the search box available when you click on start menu type gpedit.msc and press the Enter. This will open a Local Group Policy Editor windows.

Local Group Policy Editor

Step 2: Now, in Local Group Policy Editor find Computer configuration which is on the left side of the dialogue box. Click “Administrative Templates” and then click “Windows Components.” Scroll down and select “Windows Update.”


Step 3: The last and final step that is going to do the trick for you is here :: Double-click the option for "No auto-restart with logged on users for scheduled automatic update installations." In the Properties window that appears, change the option from "Not Configured" to "Enabled." Click "OK" and close the Local Group Policy Editor window. You will no longer be prompted to restart your computer after Windows installs auto-updates.


If you want to undo the changes that you have made to your windows auto-update here is the guide for you How to undo a Windows update