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How To: Use Pidgin as an IRC client
This video shows how to enter an IRC chat with a program called Pidgin, which is normally an instant messaging client. First, you should open Pidgin and open the protocol IRC, selecting or creating a username and changing the server to irc.freenode.net in order to connect to the Linuxjournal channel. After connecting to the channel, wait until you are connected. At this point, you should still not be able to see anything, so you have to go to "Add Chat" and join a channel, in this case #Linux...
How To: Clone yourself in GIMP
In this tutorial, we learn how to clone yourself in GIMP. First, open up GIMP on your computer and then open the picture where you want to clone yourself. After this, open the other picture where you want to copy yourself and right click to copy it. Now, create a new background layer for your main picture. Use the lasso tool to cut out one of yourself inside of a picture, then transition it into the main picture. Exit out of the other image, then start to edit the colors and opacity in the fr...
How To: Rename groups of files from the command line
The Linux command shell provides a very powerful interface for doing various system tasks. This video explains with an example, how to use a bit of programming techniques to batch rename files with similar naming conventions.
How To: Archive web pages using MHT files
So to do this in IE 8, open any webpage and go to file and choose save as, the default file type is web archive. Now choose the location where you want to save it and click on save. Now if you want to open that save file, double click on that, it will open the webpage right from your hard drive and not from the Internet. But if you use Firefox, you will need to download the UnMHT add-on. So Google and install it into your Firefox. Now open any webpage and go to file and click on save as mht o...
How To: Tweak Aero Peek and Desktop Live Preview on Windows 7
In this video, we learn how to tweak Aero Peek and Desktop Live Preview on Windows 7. First, go to registry editor, then current user, then software, then Microsoft, and go down to Windows. After this, click on current version, explorer, and advanced. Now, right click on the white space and click "new keyword value" and name it "desktoplivepreviewhovertime". After this, double lick and change it to decimal, then change the value data to 10. Next, create another keyword value and name it "Exte...
How To: Create a simple slideshow in Adobe Flash Professional CS5
In this clip, you'll learn how to create custom, dynamic slideshows with Adobe Flash Professional CS5. Whether you're new to Adobe Flash or merely unfamiliar with Flash Professional CS5, you're sure to benefit from this free video software tutorial from Lynda. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, take a look.
How To: Make and design Legos using Autodesk Inventor
If you've downloaded Autodesk Inventor and are kind of confused how everything is supposed to work, you're in luck! In this great video series you will learn all the steps how to do some of the basic functions of Inventor, including: Extruding the bass, shelling the brick, adding nubs and more!
How To: Use Tomboy Notes in writing a research report
In this video, we learn how to use Tomboy Notes in writing a research report. First, open up Tomboy Notes on your computer. When you open it, you will see a search bar at the top of the paper and a toolbar to the left. On the toolbar, right click and create a new notebook named what you want. After this, start to copy in and paste all the notes that you have, including the citation for the paper. Continue to do this for all the different notes you have. Then, when you reach the end you will s...
How To: Use the paste special function in word programs
How you can use paste special. So when you copy anything from a web browser inclusive pictures and when you paste it like in OpenOffice writer then you will see it is pasted as same as was in web browser but with some lines and some unwanted stuffs so if you don't want these things, you have to paste it special. So to this go to edit and choose paste special now there will be four options to choose like unformatted text, html format etc. so if you choose
How To: Install RemoteJoy on Windows Vista/7 64-Bit
You can install Remotejoy on Windows vista/7 64-Bit. First turn on your computer and press the F8 button during the startup and disable the driver signature enforcement in advance boot option. Now download the Remotejoy and
How To: See the weather in 3D, FPS-style
You can see the weather in 3D like First person shooter style by using the site called wunderground. So first go to the site and type whatever you want like Boston, Massachusetts to see the weather of there. You will find a
How To: Use Spotify without any ads
In this video, we learn how to use Spotify without any ads. First, you will need to download the program from: naspotify. Once you have this installed on your computer, open it up and open up Spotify. Now, when you are on Spotify and you see an ad come up, you just need to press Alt+F9 and the ads will be gone from your page! This is a very easy way to get rid of the ads without having to go to a lot of trouble. This doesn't require any additional downloads, so if you are using a free version...
How To: Use the image editor Portable GIMP
This video tutorial is in the Software category which will show you how to use Portable GIMP. It is an image editor packaged as a portable application, so you can carry your images and edit them on the go. You will need a pen drive for this. Do a Google search for "portable gimp' and download the free software from the first link and save it on the pen drive. Then you open it and install it on the pen drive and call it GIMP portable. You can now open the app, customize and use it. You can wat...
How To: Use extensions in Joomla
Go to your admin page of the Joomla and click on extensions and choose install/uninstall and there you can install your extensions. First you need to know what is extension, there are three type of extensions, one is called component, second is module and third is plug-in. components are like stand alone or application, like anything from video gallery, forms etc.
How To: Add custom buttons to a Thunderbird Toolbar
In order to add additional buttons to your Thunderbird Tool Bar, you will need an add-on called "Custom Buttons". It will allow you to add additional buttons to your tool bar. You will need to give instructions for the buttons, which you will use Java Script in order to set it up. Otherwise, the button will not have a function.
How To: Make a cartoon effect from video in Sony Movie Studio
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to create a cartoon effect from video in Sony Movie Studio. Begin by importing the video clip(s) into the time line. Then click on the Video Effects tab and select New Blue Cartoon R. This is a plug in that needs to be downloaded. Users are able to select various different cartoon styles from the Preset drop-down menu. Users are also able to configure the lines and paint of the cartoon effect. This video will benefit those viewers who enjoy create and...
How To: Create background patterns for web pages
In this video, we learn how to create background patterns for web pages. First, go to the website BGPatterns. After this, the page will load and you will be able to create a custom home page. There will be a default pattern displayed on the page, but you can change this pattern and the colors as well. You can do a number of different things to make this page completely customized to how you want it to look. When you are finished, you can apply the background to your web page, save it, or down...
How To: Make your own tutorial on your computer using CamStudio
Have all the other tutorials on this site inspired you to create your own? Here's a tutorial on creating a tutorial! CamStudio is a free software program you can use to record a tutorial directly off your computer. This video shows you where to download it, as well as helpful tips on adjusting the settings for maximum efficiency.
How To: Create your own DVD using Nero 7 on Windows XP
Nero 7 is software program that will let you create your own movies on DVD, and this video shows you how. You can even set up your own template for a menu screen. You can even alter the resolution or format when you burn your DVD.
How To: Convert video to wide format in Sony Movie Studio
When you upload your videos onto YouTube, you will need to have your video in wide screen format, if you want to avoid having black bars on either side of your video. In order to do that, with Sony Movie Studio, you will need to go to "project". Click on "properties".
How To: Add more gestures to your trackpad for fast browsing
In this video, we learn how to add more gestures to your track pad for fast browsing. To get these gestures, you will first need to go to the website jitouch, where you can download their software and watch videos on how to use different gestures. The first gesture is great for while using browsers, to scroll between tabs quickly. You just have to use two fingers, putting the middle one on first, then swiping the other. Another gesture is to open a link in a new tab, just put one finger on th...
How To: Unwrap in Blender
In order to unwrap and object and export it in Blender, you will need to import and object in blender, by go to "file". Click on "import". Click on "wavefront". Then, go to the parent directory. Select the object, by right clicking. Then, go into edit mode via the drop down menu, underneath the object. When your "normals" are visible and facing the right direction.
How To: Download software on the Internet
In this video, we learn how to download software. A great site to find downloads is Download, which is run by Cnet. It's available on Mac, Windows, Mobile, and etc. Once on here, you will see a list of the most popular downloads, and other software programs that you need for your computer. Another website you can use is www.oldversion.com, that has old versions of programs instead of their updated versions. Through here, you can download different programs in the version that you prefer, then...
How To: Draw vector clouds in CorelDRAW X4
In this video, we learn how to draw vector clouds in CorelDraw X4. First, open the program and make a circle using "ctrl+shift". Make these circles touching and overlapping each other on the top of the page. After this, select all and then weld it. Next, press "ctrl+k" to break the curves apart, then erase the parts inside of the clouds. When this is done, select all, then copy and paste for additional clouds. Trim the bottom to make the clouds sit on a mountain or straight edge, then you are...
How To: Create a realistic winter snow effect using two techniques in GIMP
GIMP is a useful and versatile graphics editing program. If it's wintertime, Christmas is coming up, or you just want to add snow to your GIMP image, here are two separate layering techniques you can use to create a very realistic snow effect.
How To: Use the Speccy program to easily determine your PCs info and specs
Speccy is a free program you can download and run to determine what your computer's hardware specifications and internal information are. It's important to know the specs for your desktop or laptop so you can determine if a particular software program is compatible or not.
How To: Install Adobe Shockwave Player on Firefox
Adobe Shockwave is a plugin player that will let you watch embedded movies and animations directly on your web browser. This tutorial shows you how to download and install Shockwave (a free program) for the Firefox browser. You're also shown a few troubleshoots for some common installation problems.
How To: Download and install Adobe Flash Player to to watch videos using Firefox
Adobe Flash is a plugin driver you'll need to watch many web videos directly in your browser - like the popular Firefox. This video shows you how to download and install Adobe Flash and install it on Firefox 3.6 (though this tutorial should work for other versions of Firefox, as well).
How To: Defragment your PC hard drive using the free MyDefrag software
Defrag your PC regularly to keep it running smoothly. You can use the free software download, MyDefrag, to keep your hard drive clean and happy. This tutorial walks you through downloading, installing and running the program on your Windows based PC (laptop or desktop computer).
How To: Export a Cordell Connect file to a PDF or Excel document
Cordell Connect is useful software for managing projects for your business. One of the functions of this program is being able export your reports to either an Excel spreadsheet or a PDF document for a greater ease of data manipulation and communication.
How To: Use NovaPDF to convert an Excel spreadsheet to a PDF file
NovaPDF is a computer program that will allow you to export your Excel spreadsheets into the popular PDF format. This brief tutorial walks you through how to use the Print command in Excel to get a usable PDF using NovaPDF.
How To: Unzip a folder, extract music files into iTunes and load them onto an iPod
'Zipping' is a method of compressing data, such as a music album, into a zipped folder which makes it easier to send. This tutorial shows you not only how to unzip a folder, but how to then load it with iTunes and send it to your iPod or other MP3 player.
How To: Decipher individual Chinese characters using the NJStar software program
NJStar is a program which you may purchase online, and which will allow you to translate individual Chinese characters. This tutorial shows you how to use the software, and explains the limitations of the progam (it cannot translate whole paragraphs, for instance).
How To: Create an amazingly authentic vintage effect for your photos in GIMP
GIMP is an amazing, free image editing program that allows you to edit your photos just like in photoshop! And if you've been looking for how to create a more vintage look to your pictures take a look at this video! You'll see the different changes he makes to the color, opacity, saturation, brightness, and other settings to give it a truly vintage look and feel.
How To: Customize your GIMP layout to look like Photoshop
GIMP is a fantastic free image editing software, but if you've got the Photoshop blues and really miss the layout, this video has your answer! You'll be taken through each step in great detail showing you how to resize, and edit everything to get your GIMP user interface pretty close to Photoshop!
How To: Get special characters and use them in TextEdit or Word
Do you wish you had more characters at your disposal in TextEdit or Word? Well, it's pretty easy to get them, and this video will show you how to do it. In just minutes you'll have access to a whole monochrome universe of symbols.
How To: Sculpt claymation-style 3D hair using the Blender software
When using the Blender software on your PC, you're able to employ a "zbrush technique," which is using curves and your sculpt tool to create a mesh hair effect. If you're looking for a way to give your figures claymation style hair, this is how you do it!
How To: Create a bootable Windows XP backup disc using the Nero 9 software
A bootable Windows XP disc will definitely come in handy if your computer ever crashes and you need to use the CD to run a system restore. You can use Nero 9, a CD-burning software program, to create this backup disc.
How To: Add a 3D skybox to your level using Source SDK software
A short tutorial for people designing their own levels, you can add a skybox to create a variety of 3D and fog effects. You can also add a sense of distance and horizon by manipulating the size of your level.
How To: Synthesize multiple drum tracks using Reason 5's drum kit tool
Looking for a way to get a professional sounding drum track? The drum kit provided by the Reason 5 software will let you load, edit and record your own drum tracks on separate mix channels. This tutorial gives you several pre-made templates to use in your own work.