Q. I want to know what you need to run a web server or website off of a computer and how to set one up. I don't wnat anything extreme just a basic web or website (I don't know proper terminology) server.
A. Any computer, add more hard drives for space,
server software, and max out the RAM that the motherboard will support!
If you talk performance, it is still the same things just more of it.
Better server = larger case that supports over eight hard drives, motherboard that supports dual/quad/2 or 4 CPUs. Redundant power supply. Cooling fans to keep inside of case cool.
Your software: Operating System = Server Software, Web creation software, application software, router, two network cards, Back up server - so, where do you want to go, it is up to your pocket book.
Go to www,Microsoft.com the training site.
Computer Help Page
http://www.nu2.nu/pebuilder/ http://oss.netfarm.it/winpe/
http://www.paraglidernc.com/ http://www.bootcd.us/
VISTA Upgrade or Requirements
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/products/windowsvista/buyorupgrade/upgradeadvisor.mspx
http://www.diskgenius.com/
http://www.pcbeginner.com/tools/pcdoctor.htm
http://www.pcguide.com/byop/index.htm
http://www.ntfs.com/boot-disk.htm
http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/Boot-Manager-Disk/
http://www.freedownloadscenter.com/Best/ntfs-boot-iso.html
http://www.disk-image.net/products.htm
http://www.bootdisk.com/bootdisk.htm
http://www.errornuker.com/info/01.php?hop=product1
http://www.nu2.nu/pebuilder
http://www.majorgeeks.com/downloads2.html
http://www.ntcompatible.com/Acronis_True_Image_9.0_Build_2337_s61449.html
http://www.theosfiles.com/
http://www.data-recovery-reviews.com/windows-startup-disasterrecovery.htm?gclid=CMSl0b7X2YcCFSJxYAodKy6Lpw
http://www.winternals.com/
http://www.pcworld.com/downloads/file/fid,25181-order,1-page,1-c,alldownloads/description.html
http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/Boot-Manager-Disk/Windows-XP-PowerPacker.shtml
http://www.extremetech.com/article2/0,1697,674406,00.asp
http://windows.about.com/od/tipsarchive/l/bltip632.htm
Visit our Helpdesk for PC Bug Doctor
http://www.maximumsoftwaresupport.com
PC Beginner software
http://www.pchell.com/support/limitedconnectivity.shtml
http://www.nu2.nu/pebuilder/
http://www.bootdisk.com/utility.htm
Chapter 1: Purchasing Components
Chapter 2: Component Overview
Chapter 3: Installing the CPU, Heatsink, and RAM On The Mainboard
Chapter 4: Installing The Mainboard In The Case
Chapter 5: Installing Drives
Chapter 6: Connecting Components
Chapter 7: Installing AGP and PCI Cards
Chapter 8: Testing the System and Completing Assembly
Chapter 9: Installing Windows XP
Chapter 10: Configuring Windows XP
Chapter 11: Installing A Dual Boot Operating System (Linux And Windows XP)
Chapter 12: Home Video -- âSo, You Want to Be the Next Steven Spielberg?â
Chapter 13: Whatâs Next?
http://www.hardwareanalysis.com
http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4007.html
http://www.nu2.nu/bootdisk/
http://www.free-pc-checkup.com/
http://www.pctools.com/registry-mechanic/?ref=Googlebspeed
http://pcperformancetools.com/recovermyfiles.htm
http://free.grisoft.com/freeweb.php/doc/...
http://www.download.com/3000-2144-100459...
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/...
http://www.aarp.org/learntech/computers/...
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using...
http://www.zonelabs.com/store/content/co...
BUILD YOU OWN COMPUTER:
www.directron.com
www.newegg.com
A Good PC Cleaner
http://www.pc-error-cleaner.com/?gclid=COzW8YTD0ogCFRL1YgodAD0pbg
NTFS Boot Disk:
http://www.ntfs.com/boot_disk_includes.htm
To place Active@ KillDisk Pro onto a floppy disk type the following at the command prompt:
COPY G:\KILLDISK.EXE A:
COPY G:\DOS4GW.EXE A:
The above assumes that the G:\ drive is the bootable CD-ROM drive and the A:\ drive is the floppy disk drive.
DOS4GW.EXE is a required file for Active@ KillDisk, Active@ UNERASER and Active@ Disk Image.
http://www.download.com/BartPE-Bootable-Live-Windows-CD-DVD/3000-2094_4-10611130.html
server software, and max out the RAM that the motherboard will support!
If you talk performance, it is still the same things just more of it.
Better server = larger case that supports over eight hard drives, motherboard that supports dual/quad/2 or 4 CPUs. Redundant power supply. Cooling fans to keep inside of case cool.
Your software: Operating System = Server Software, Web creation software, application software, router, two network cards, Back up server - so, where do you want to go, it is up to your pocket book.
Go to www,Microsoft.com the training site.
Computer Help Page
http://www.nu2.nu/pebuilder/ http://oss.netfarm.it/winpe/
http://www.paraglidernc.com/ http://www.bootcd.us/
VISTA Upgrade or Requirements
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/products/windowsvista/buyorupgrade/upgradeadvisor.mspx
http://www.diskgenius.com/
http://www.pcbeginner.com/tools/pcdoctor.htm
http://www.pcguide.com/byop/index.htm
http://www.ntfs.com/boot-disk.htm
http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/Boot-Manager-Disk/
http://www.freedownloadscenter.com/Best/ntfs-boot-iso.html
http://www.disk-image.net/products.htm
http://www.bootdisk.com/bootdisk.htm
http://www.errornuker.com/info/01.php?hop=product1
http://www.nu2.nu/pebuilder
http://www.majorgeeks.com/downloads2.html
http://www.ntcompatible.com/Acronis_True_Image_9.0_Build_2337_s61449.html
http://www.theosfiles.com/
http://www.data-recovery-reviews.com/windows-startup-disasterrecovery.htm?gclid=CMSl0b7X2YcCFSJxYAodKy6Lpw
http://www.winternals.com/
http://www.pcworld.com/downloads/file/fid,25181-order,1-page,1-c,alldownloads/description.html
http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/Boot-Manager-Disk/Windows-XP-PowerPacker.shtml
http://www.extremetech.com/article2/0,1697,674406,00.asp
http://windows.about.com/od/tipsarchive/l/bltip632.htm
Visit our Helpdesk for PC Bug Doctor
http://www.maximumsoftwaresupport.com
PC Beginner software
http://www.pchell.com/support/limitedconnectivity.shtml
http://www.nu2.nu/pebuilder/
http://www.bootdisk.com/utility.htm
Chapter 1: Purchasing Components
Chapter 2: Component Overview
Chapter 3: Installing the CPU, Heatsink, and RAM On The Mainboard
Chapter 4: Installing The Mainboard In The Case
Chapter 5: Installing Drives
Chapter 6: Connecting Components
Chapter 7: Installing AGP and PCI Cards
Chapter 8: Testing the System and Completing Assembly
Chapter 9: Installing Windows XP
Chapter 10: Configuring Windows XP
Chapter 11: Installing A Dual Boot Operating System (Linux And Windows XP)
Chapter 12: Home Video -- âSo, You Want to Be the Next Steven Spielberg?â
Chapter 13: Whatâs Next?
http://www.hardwareanalysis.com
http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4007.html
http://www.nu2.nu/bootdisk/
http://www.free-pc-checkup.com/
http://www.pctools.com/registry-mechanic/?ref=Googlebspeed
http://pcperformancetools.com/recovermyfiles.htm
http://free.grisoft.com/freeweb.php/doc/...
http://www.download.com/3000-2144-100459...
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/...
http://www.aarp.org/learntech/computers/...
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using...
http://www.zonelabs.com/store/content/co...
BUILD YOU OWN COMPUTER:
www.directron.com
www.newegg.com
A Good PC Cleaner
http://www.pc-error-cleaner.com/?gclid=COzW8YTD0ogCFRL1YgodAD0pbg
NTFS Boot Disk:
http://www.ntfs.com/boot_disk_includes.htm
To place Active@ KillDisk Pro onto a floppy disk type the following at the command prompt:
COPY G:\KILLDISK.EXE A:
COPY G:\DOS4GW.EXE A:
The above assumes that the G:\ drive is the bootable CD-ROM drive and the A:\ drive is the floppy disk drive.
DOS4GW.EXE is a required file for Active@ KillDisk, Active@ UNERASER and Active@ Disk Image.
http://www.download.com/BartPE-Bootable-Live-Windows-CD-DVD/3000-2094_4-10611130.html
How do i boot my computer from a USB flash drive?
Q. I've looked into my BIOS and i do not have a boot from USB option. There is a boot from floppy option but i don't have a floppy drive on this computer. By the way, i bought this computer last year.
A. use this software
Hiren's Bootable USB 12.01
=======================
Hiren's Boot USB is a bootable USB containing various diagnostic programs such as partitioning agents, system performance benchmarks, disk cloning and imaging tools, data recovery tools, MBR tools, BIOS tools, and many others for fixing various computer problems.
It is a Bootable USB; thus, it can be useful even if the primary operating system cannot be booted. Hiren's Boot USB has an extensive list of software. Utilities with similar functionality on the USB are grouped together and seem redundant; however, they present choices through UI differences.
All in one Dos Bootable USB which has all these utilities.
* ATF Cleaner 3.0.0.2: A personal and easy-to-use temp file removal software to clean all user temp folders, Java cache, Opera/Mozilla browser cache, cookies, history, download history, saved passwords etc (Windows Freeware).
* Avira AntiVir Personal (07-11-2010): Free anti-virus and anti-spyware on-demand scanner, detects and removes more than 50000 viruses (Windows Freeware).
* BIOS Master Password Generator: Collection of password generator tools to reset BIOS Power on Password / Admin password on Dell, Fujitsu Siemens, Compaq, Hewlett Packard, Phoenix and Samsung Laptops (Windows Freeware).
* Duplicate File Finder 3.5: Scans and identify duplicate files, it compares them based on byte for byte comparison ensures 100% accuracy (Windows Freeware).
* Everything 1.21: Ultra fast file/folder search tool with ftp/http server (Windows Freeware).
* GoldMemory 5.07: Memory Diagnostic Tests (Dos Shareware).
* HDD Low Level Format Tool 2.36: Low-level format tool for S-ATA (SATA), IDE (E-IDE), SCSI, USB, Flash Cards and FIREWIRE external drive enclosures (Windows Freeware).
* HashMyFiles 1.68: Calculate MD5/SHA1/CRC32 hashes of your files (Windows Freeware).
* ImgBurn 2.5.2.0: Lightweight CD/DVD/HD DVD/Blu-ray burning application, supports BIN, CUE, DI, DVD, GI, IMG, ISO, MDS, NRG and PDI, Ability to build DVD/HD/BD Video discs from a VIDEO_TS/HVDVD_TS/BDAV/BDMV folder, Unicode folder/file names (formerly DVD Decrypter) (Windows Freeware).
* Macrium Reflect 4.2.2952 (MiniXp): Create complete backups of your disk partitions, including operating system, installed programs and all your settings (Windows Freeware).
* NTPWEdit 0.3: Password editor for Windows NT based systems to change or remove passwords for local system accounts (Windows Freeware).
* On-Screen Keyboard: A utility that displays a virtual keyboard on the computer screen that allows people with mobility impairments to type data by using a pointing device or joystick (Windows Freeware).
* RKill (24-10-2010): RKill just kills malware processes, imports a Registry file that removes incorrect file associations and fixes policies that stop us from using certain tools (Windows Freeware).
* Revo Uninstaller 1.90: Remove unnecessary files and registry entries left behind by incomplete program uninstallation routines (Windows Freeware).
* RunAsDate 1.10: allows you to run a program in the date and time that you specify (Windows Freeware).
* Seagate DiscWizard 11.8326: Backup drive/partition to an image file, for Seagate owners (Powered by Acronis TrueImage) (Windows/Linux Freeware).
* ServiWin v1.40: Alternative Windows Services/Drivers Tool (Windows Freeware).
* ShadowExplorer 0.7: Shadow Explorer allows you to browse the shadow copies created by the Windows Volume Shadow Copy Service and retrieve older versions from files you accidentally deleted or altered (Windows Freeware).
* SpaceSniffer 1.1.2.0: Find lost space on your disks the easy way (Windows Freeware).
* WinSCP 4.2.9: A free and open source SFTP/FTP client to secure file transfer between a local and a remote computer (Windows Freeware).
more info @http://www.hiren.info/
the full version download linkk
-----------------------------------------
http://hotfile.com/dl/83722408/5d0ea72/Hirens_Boot_CD_for_USB_12.01.part1.rar.html
http://hotfile.com/dl/83721428/3579274/Hirens_Boot_CD_for_USB_12.01.part2.rar.html
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Hiren's Bootable USB 12.01
=======================
Hiren's Boot USB is a bootable USB containing various diagnostic programs such as partitioning agents, system performance benchmarks, disk cloning and imaging tools, data recovery tools, MBR tools, BIOS tools, and many others for fixing various computer problems.
It is a Bootable USB; thus, it can be useful even if the primary operating system cannot be booted. Hiren's Boot USB has an extensive list of software. Utilities with similar functionality on the USB are grouped together and seem redundant; however, they present choices through UI differences.
All in one Dos Bootable USB which has all these utilities.
* ATF Cleaner 3.0.0.2: A personal and easy-to-use temp file removal software to clean all user temp folders, Java cache, Opera/Mozilla browser cache, cookies, history, download history, saved passwords etc (Windows Freeware).
* Avira AntiVir Personal (07-11-2010): Free anti-virus and anti-spyware on-demand scanner, detects and removes more than 50000 viruses (Windows Freeware).
* BIOS Master Password Generator: Collection of password generator tools to reset BIOS Power on Password / Admin password on Dell, Fujitsu Siemens, Compaq, Hewlett Packard, Phoenix and Samsung Laptops (Windows Freeware).
* Duplicate File Finder 3.5: Scans and identify duplicate files, it compares them based on byte for byte comparison ensures 100% accuracy (Windows Freeware).
* Everything 1.21: Ultra fast file/folder search tool with ftp/http server (Windows Freeware).
* GoldMemory 5.07: Memory Diagnostic Tests (Dos Shareware).
* HDD Low Level Format Tool 2.36: Low-level format tool for S-ATA (SATA), IDE (E-IDE), SCSI, USB, Flash Cards and FIREWIRE external drive enclosures (Windows Freeware).
* HashMyFiles 1.68: Calculate MD5/SHA1/CRC32 hashes of your files (Windows Freeware).
* ImgBurn 2.5.2.0: Lightweight CD/DVD/HD DVD/Blu-ray burning application, supports BIN, CUE, DI, DVD, GI, IMG, ISO, MDS, NRG and PDI, Ability to build DVD/HD/BD Video discs from a VIDEO_TS/HVDVD_TS/BDAV/BDMV folder, Unicode folder/file names (formerly DVD Decrypter) (Windows Freeware).
* Macrium Reflect 4.2.2952 (MiniXp): Create complete backups of your disk partitions, including operating system, installed programs and all your settings (Windows Freeware).
* NTPWEdit 0.3: Password editor for Windows NT based systems to change or remove passwords for local system accounts (Windows Freeware).
* On-Screen Keyboard: A utility that displays a virtual keyboard on the computer screen that allows people with mobility impairments to type data by using a pointing device or joystick (Windows Freeware).
* RKill (24-10-2010): RKill just kills malware processes, imports a Registry file that removes incorrect file associations and fixes policies that stop us from using certain tools (Windows Freeware).
* Revo Uninstaller 1.90: Remove unnecessary files and registry entries left behind by incomplete program uninstallation routines (Windows Freeware).
* RunAsDate 1.10: allows you to run a program in the date and time that you specify (Windows Freeware).
* Seagate DiscWizard 11.8326: Backup drive/partition to an image file, for Seagate owners (Powered by Acronis TrueImage) (Windows/Linux Freeware).
* ServiWin v1.40: Alternative Windows Services/Drivers Tool (Windows Freeware).
* ShadowExplorer 0.7: Shadow Explorer allows you to browse the shadow copies created by the Windows Volume Shadow Copy Service and retrieve older versions from files you accidentally deleted or altered (Windows Freeware).
* SpaceSniffer 1.1.2.0: Find lost space on your disks the easy way (Windows Freeware).
* WinSCP 4.2.9: A free and open source SFTP/FTP client to secure file transfer between a local and a remote computer (Windows Freeware).
more info @http://www.hiren.info/
the full version download linkk
-----------------------------------------
http://hotfile.com/dl/83722408/5d0ea72/Hirens_Boot_CD_for_USB_12.01.part1.rar.html
http://hotfile.com/dl/83721428/3579274/Hirens_Boot_CD_for_USB_12.01.part2.rar.html
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What does re-installing windows actually do concerning the hard-drive?
Q. If you reinstall windows, does it automatically clear out your hard-drive? Or is clearing your hard-drive a different task altogether?
My friend is considering a re-install, but it's no good if the hard-drive isn't cleared.
My friend is considering a re-install, but it's no good if the hard-drive isn't cleared.
A. I've found that even after re-installing Windows; sometimes the new install is "aware" that there was a previous version on the drive (presents you with multiple OS boot options, etc.). If I'm dealing with a system that has been compromised by some sort of malware, I always follow the principal of "nuke and pave".
1. Backup the files you want to keep to some sort of removable or remote media (DVD-R, Carbonite Online Backup, removable USB hard drive, CIFS share on a ReadyNAS, etc). This can be a time consuming but it is a necessary step. You want to avoid data loss AT ALL COSTS.
2. If your computer shipped with re-installation media, you'll need to locate these disks now (CDs or DVDs). Your PC may have shipped with images of the re-install media on a separate partition of the hard drive. If so, you'll likely need to run the "recovery media creation utility" for your PC. This can usually be found under a folder in the "all programs" directory of your start menu. The utility will likely be under a directory that corresponds to the OEM of your system. For example Start Menu > All Programs > Toshiba > Utilities > Recovery Media Creator (or something like that. I'm just using Toshiba as an example). Bottom line, you'll want your files backed up, and your OS recovery CDs (or DVDs) in your hands before you proceed further!
Note: This is also a good time to locate the Windows License Key that goes with your system. Here's where you head off problems related to the following scenario (which I've run into before). "Um, I got this copy of Windows for free from a friend, and I don't know which key he used when he installed it". If Windows didn't come with your PC when you bought it, or if you are using a bootleg (free) copy, then don't bother proceeding. You need to have a licensed copy of Windows with a corresponding License Key in your hands. If you bought Windows from a retailer, the license key will be printed somewhere in the software packaging. If Windows came with your PC, then there will be a sticker with the license key somewhere on the case of your PC or laptop.
3. Use a bootable, 3rd-party drive wiping utility (I think Hirens Boot CD has one included, also checkout the free version of Active Kill Disk) to wipe every sector of the drive. You don't have to do a DoD wipe, you just want to zero the drive. This will likely sound extreme to some folks, but it will eliminate any references to the Windows MBR, and it will destroy any sort of rootkit that may have taken up residence on the hard drive. This too will be time consuming (2+ hours), and the time required depends on the size if the drive you are wiping.
4. Reinstall Windows from the OS installation media (using the valid Windows license key) that you located in step 2.
5. Download and install all relevant drivers and firmware from the website of your PC's manufacturer.
6. Install and update your Antivirus software (AVG Free Edition should work fine for a home user).
7. Run all windows updates (time consuming, but necessary).
8. Reinstall the most recent versions of staple software such as: Adobe Acrobat Reader, Firefox, Java, Quicktime and iTunes, etc.
9. Reinstall your licensed software products (MS Office, QuickBooks, Games, etc). Check for updates to these as well after they are installed.
10. Restore your files from the backup you made in step one.
Good luck!
1. Backup the files you want to keep to some sort of removable or remote media (DVD-R, Carbonite Online Backup, removable USB hard drive, CIFS share on a ReadyNAS, etc). This can be a time consuming but it is a necessary step. You want to avoid data loss AT ALL COSTS.
2. If your computer shipped with re-installation media, you'll need to locate these disks now (CDs or DVDs). Your PC may have shipped with images of the re-install media on a separate partition of the hard drive. If so, you'll likely need to run the "recovery media creation utility" for your PC. This can usually be found under a folder in the "all programs" directory of your start menu. The utility will likely be under a directory that corresponds to the OEM of your system. For example Start Menu > All Programs > Toshiba > Utilities > Recovery Media Creator (or something like that. I'm just using Toshiba as an example). Bottom line, you'll want your files backed up, and your OS recovery CDs (or DVDs) in your hands before you proceed further!
Note: This is also a good time to locate the Windows License Key that goes with your system. Here's where you head off problems related to the following scenario (which I've run into before). "Um, I got this copy of Windows for free from a friend, and I don't know which key he used when he installed it". If Windows didn't come with your PC when you bought it, or if you are using a bootleg (free) copy, then don't bother proceeding. You need to have a licensed copy of Windows with a corresponding License Key in your hands. If you bought Windows from a retailer, the license key will be printed somewhere in the software packaging. If Windows came with your PC, then there will be a sticker with the license key somewhere on the case of your PC or laptop.
3. Use a bootable, 3rd-party drive wiping utility (I think Hirens Boot CD has one included, also checkout the free version of Active Kill Disk) to wipe every sector of the drive. You don't have to do a DoD wipe, you just want to zero the drive. This will likely sound extreme to some folks, but it will eliminate any references to the Windows MBR, and it will destroy any sort of rootkit that may have taken up residence on the hard drive. This too will be time consuming (2+ hours), and the time required depends on the size if the drive you are wiping.
4. Reinstall Windows from the OS installation media (using the valid Windows license key) that you located in step 2.
5. Download and install all relevant drivers and firmware from the website of your PC's manufacturer.
6. Install and update your Antivirus software (AVG Free Edition should work fine for a home user).
7. Run all windows updates (time consuming, but necessary).
8. Reinstall the most recent versions of staple software such as: Adobe Acrobat Reader, Firefox, Java, Quicktime and iTunes, etc.
9. Reinstall your licensed software products (MS Office, QuickBooks, Games, etc). Check for updates to these as well after they are installed.
10. Restore your files from the backup you made in step one.
Good luck!
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