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How to Redirect to WWW of a site using IIS URL Rewrite Module
I just installed the URL Rewrite Module for IIS 7.0 and started playing around with how to setup rules to create search engine friendly URLs. The first rule I decided to setup was to redirect a site to the WWW sub-domain version when it was not typed in...  more »

How to Replace & Install a Refrigerator Ice Maker Water Filter
After 3+ years after moving into my house, I had yet to replace the Refrigerator/ Ice Water Filter. Although, I knew I was supposed to change it out every 6 to 12 months (and by this time it was really in need of being replaced), it's something I never...  more »

How to Capture Screenshots with Windows Vista Snipping Tool
Windows Vista comes with a little known tool called the "Snipping Tool" that allows you to take screenshots of your computer screen. The Snipping Tool has the ability to take 4 different types of screenshots. You can choose from Free-form Snip,...  more »

How to Change the Wallpaper Background on your iPhone
In this iPhone tutorial, you'll learn how to change the wallpaper background on your iphone. Tap the 'Settings' icon button. Tap the 'Wallpaper' menu. Now choose a photo gallery to use to select your new wallpaper background. In this example, I'll choose...  more »

How to Install SQL Server 2008 Reporting Services
I recently upgraded from Microsoft SQL Server 2005 to Microsoft SQL Server 2008 on my Windows Vista computer. After successfully installing SQL Server 2008, I could not find the Reporting Services instance installed. I have a feeling this was due to the...  more »

How to Configure Xbox 360 to Turn Off Automatically
In this Xbox 360 tutorial, you'll learn how to turn off your Xbox 360 automatically and make it more energy efficient to save you power. Here's how: Turn on your Xbox 360. Press the 'Guide' button on your controller. Go to the 'Settings' tab -> then...  more »

How to Disable "Saving changes is not permitted" dialog box (SQL Server 2008)
When using SQL Server 2008, you may receive a Save (Not Permitted Dialog) box pop-up when trying to save changes to an existing table. The dailog box reads: "Saving changes is not permitted. The changes you have made require the following tables to be...  more »

How to Calculate Conversion Rate (CR)
So are you wondering how to figure out your conversion rate? First let's define what conversion rate is. Conversion Rate (CR) is essentially the percentage of visitors who take a desired action. In internet marketing the "desired action" might be to make...  more »

How to Calculate Return on Investment (ROI)
Return on investment (ROI) is the ratio of money earned or lost on an investment relative to the amount of money invested. ROI is typically expressed as a percentage rather than a decimal value, and is based on returns over a period of time (most often...  more »

How to Show Line Numbers in Visual Studio 2008
To display line numbers in a Visual Studio.net 2008 code window do the following: Open Visual Studio.net On the Menu bar, Select 'Tools' -> 'Options' In the Options pop-up window, Select 'Text Editor' -> 'All Languages' > 'General'. Note: If you...  more »

How to Get Base URL in ASP.NET using C#
If you do any sort of ASP.NET programming there usually comes a time when you need to get a websites Base URL. The following shows two examples, the first example shows how to get the Base Site Url using C#, which can be used for getting both the...  more »

How to Draw an Outline for Transparent Rectangle in Photoshop
To create a border outline for a transparent rectangle or circle in Photoshop do the following: Select the "Rectangle Marquee Tool" (or use the "Circle Marquee Tool" for drawing an oval) and then draw an outline for the border area. Go to the "Edit" menu...  more »

How to Set the Alarm on Your iPhone
Here's how to go about setting the alarm on your iPhone: Tap the "Clock" icon. Select the "Alarm" icon on the bottom menu. Press the plus sign "+" on the upper right-hand side to add a new alarm. Choose your alarm settings (Repeat, Sound, Snooze, Label)...  more »

How to Change Your Xbox Live Gamertag
Don't like your Xbox Live Gamertag...? You can easily get a new Xbox identity to better reflect who you are in the Xbox LIVE community, but it will cost you 800 Points to make the gamertag switch. Also keep in mind that changing your Gamertag will not...  more »

How to Block Domains in Yahoo Search Marketing
Blocking your ads from displaying on crappy sites that don't convert is an essential part of Pay Per Click (PPC) advertising. It's especially important if you're doing Pay Per Click (PPC) advertising with Yahoo Search Marketing since they tend to show...  more »

How to Set up Windows Media Center on your Xbox 360
In this tutorial, I'm going to walk through the process of setting up Windows Media Center on an Xbox 360. It can be quite easy if your desktop/laptop PC is setup correctly on the same Network as your Xbox 360, or it can be quite daunting if you run into...  more »

How to Setup, Stream and Watch Netflix on your Xbox 360
Netflix now allows you to stream and watch movies or TV shows instantly to a Netflix ready device. The Xbox 360 is a certified Netflix ready device, which makes it the perfect choice to stream movies straight to your TV using Netflix. To be able to watch...  more »

How to Open a PO Box Online
It's now possible to open a PO box from the United States Postal Service website. You will still have to go to the Post Office to submit a signed copy of your online application with two forms of identification, in order to pick up your Post Office Box...  more »

How to Connect an Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter to an Xbox 360
In this tutorial, you will learn how to connect the Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter directly to the back of your Xbox 360 console. To connect the adapter to your Xbox 360 console, follow these steps: Connect the two tabs on the either side of the...  more »

How to Setup an Xbox 360 Wireless Adapter to your Home Wireless Network
So do you need help setting up and configuring your Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter? Great, it's not as difficult as you might think. I just went through the process of setting up the Wireless Network Adapter, for a brand new Xbox 360 and will show you...  more »

How to Subscribe to Podcasts Using iTunes and RSS feeds
Subscribing to a Podcast using iTunes can be accomplished in a couple of different ways. One of the simplest ways is to open iTunes and go to the iTunes Store. From there you can either search for your favorite podcasts using the search box or find...  more »

How to Rename a Photo when Previewing with Windows Photo Gallery
Here's a cool little tip that I stumbled upon while previewing a photo using Windows Photo Gallery, which allows you to quickly rename the filename of a photo. In this example, I'm using Windows Vista and will be opening JPEG images. Windows Photo Gallery...  more »

How to Conserve Battery Life on an iPhone
There are certain times when you want to extend the battery life of your iPhone so the battery doesn't die when you need access to your phone. For those times when it is critical to have a working iPhone, you may need to configure your phone to conserve...  more »

How to Change Your Twitter Background Image
Step by step on how-to change your Twitter background image to make a customized Twitter theme. Login to your Twitter account On the menu tab at the top, click on the "Settings" link. Now click on the "Design" tab. You'll be able to change the theme using...  more »

How to Setup Password Protection on an iPhone
Here's the process for setting up Password Protection on your iPhone: From the home menu, tap the "Settings" icon. Now select the "General" tab. Select the "Passcode Lock" tab. Enter your 4 digit passcode on the "Set Passcode" screen. Re-enter your...  more »

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