Saturday, April 19, 2008


WINDOWS XP HIDDEN APPS:

  1. Character Map = charmap.exe (very useful for finding unusual characters)
  2. Disk Cleanup = cleanmgr.exe
  3. Clipboard Viewer = clipbrd.exe (views contents of Windows clipboard)
  4. Dr Watson = drwtsn32.exe (Troubleshooting tool)
  5. DirectX diagnosis = dxdiag.exe (Diagnose & test DirectX, video & sound cards)
  6. Private character editor = eudcedit.exe (allows creation or modification of characters)
  7. IExpress Wizard = iexpress.exe (Create self-extracting / self-installing package)
  8. Microsoft Synchronization Manager = mobsync.exe (appears to allow synchronization of files on the network for when working offline. Apparently undocumented).
  9. Windows Media Player 5.1 = mplay32.exe (Retro version of Media Player, very basic).
  10. ODBC Data Source Administrator = odbcad32.exe (something to do with databases)

Reduce Firefox Memory Usage



Firefox's memory leakage problems are well documented. This tip from gHacks should reduce Firefox's memory usage to under 10MB. It's very simple to implement:

  1. Write 'about:config' in your firefox address bar and hit enter.
  2. Right click and select new Boolean.
  3. Paste config.trim_on_minimize in the field and hit enter again
  4. Select True from the list.
  5. Restart Firefox.

Tuesday, April 15, 2008

Interview Tips


  • Think about your past successes and contributions.

  • Write down stories that illustrate your value to an organization.

  • Research the company, market, and competition in advance.

  • Prepare intelligent questions.

  • Write down why you are the ideal candidate for this position or company.

  • Pay attention to your appearance.

  • Arrive on-time or early.

  • Realizes that there are many job opportunities available.

  • Exude modest confidence and enthusiasm.

  • Smile, shake hands firmly, look the interviewer in the eye, be friendly.

  • Use your notes during the interview ("I jotted down a few thoughts ...").

  • Remember that you are interviewing the company and visa versa.

  • Listen well, answer questions honestly and succinctly.

  • Ask questions about the position, culture and expectations.

  • If you are interested in the position, tell the interviewer.

  • Make sure you understand the next step, the process, and the time-frame.

  • Immediately send a "thank you" note.

 
 


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