I was looking for a more practical and cheap alternative to protect data in case of hard disk errors, compared to a raid controller. I came across the storage spaces of Windows 10, in a 2 -way mirroring configuration. This functionality of […]
When stopping Windows 10 keeping some applications open, without therefore closing them manually, the operating system can be configured in order to restart applications to the next ignition of the computer. The opposite setting is also possible: that is, to deactivate automatic reopening [...]
I often talk to people who say that things were better before, compared to today. Was it better in the 80s or today? This is the poll I placed on many retro computer Facebook groups, Commodore […]
The cleaning and optimization of the Windows 10 register is not an operation to be performed every day. Rather, after uninstalling applications, or after a few months of using the computer, traces can accumulate within the register, which is [...]
Here is the second video related to the Commodore 64 and home automation. The topic covered is the control of loads: the function of the home automation system that is used to measure the consumption of the home. I had already shown, in the first video related to home automation, how [...]
It can happen, on some computers, that the system takes a long time to shut down. In this article, I describe a couple of procedures to try to shut down Windows 10 quickly. It happened to me on a rather powerful workstation, with many [...]
I am very passionate about technology, both modern and vintage. I asked myself: is it possible to control home automation with the Commodore 64? It took some work, but the experiment was a success! First step: connect the Commodore 64 […]
I recently purchased a WiFi modem on eBay and I had written an article on how to set it up and use it. And now, why this article? Is a modification to the Commodore 64 WiFi Modem really necessary? It was brought to my attention […]
Why delete the traces of use of the PC? The theme of privacy is very controversial. Many feel the need not to make their actions public, but not for having done something bad! Using the PC, they always leave many [...]
In this video I explain how to measure and, if necessary, recalibrate the rotation speed of the Commodore 1541 floppy disk drive with Speed Test by Zibri. After so many years, in fact, it is very likely that the disc rotates at a different speed [...]
Commodore 64 Vs Modern PC? The question is this: how much better are modern computers, compared to the Commodore 64? Let's see it in this video. The answer is not so obvious, also because it is not possible to make completely homogeneous comparisons. [...]
I have always found it particularly interesting to discover and use tips and tricks, tricks, hidden features, in short: the shortcuts of Windows 10. I have described the top 5 tricks in this article. Now let's see 5 more. Capture a screenshot [...]
I have always found it particularly interesting to discover and use tips and tricks, keyboard shortcuts, tips, in short: useful tricks for Windows 10. Some tricks are already known and used, but others are more particular. Here, then, the [...]
In this video monster how to copy a file from micro SD to floppy disc and vice versa, using the Commodore 64 and the Dracopy by Draco software. Under the video, I described all the steps. Hardware components for the experiment The components […]
Today I want to talk to you about the Datel Action Replay, the latest technological innovation... from 1988! Datel is an English company, still active, that produces interfaces and accessories to improve the gaming experience. The Datel Action Replay allows you to freeze a game […]
The blue arrows on the icons of the Windows 10 desktop indicate that the files to which they refer are compressed. A recent update of Windows 10 made them visible and ... my desktop completely disfigured. Inquiring on the net, […]
Reel to reel recorders have their own innate charm. Therefore, when I saw an Aristona EW5504 reel tape recorder on a classifieds site, I immediately contacted the seller. Aristona (as well as Radiola was), was a brand [...]
With my unexpanded Commodore VIC-20, loading games with the datassette is not a very difficult task. The files are modest in size, so the loading time is still acceptable. However, it seems useful to me to be able to transfer games, […]
I purchased an SD2IEC disk drive emulator, which I use for both the Commodore 16 and for the other Commodores I own. With the emulator, I also purchased a microSD containing over 3GB of programs, video games and utilities. I described how it works […]
It seems useful to me to be able to transfer games, programs or utilities from my PC to the Commodore and vice versa. For this I bought an SD2IEC floppy emulator for Commodore 64. I found and bought on eBay an SD2IEC emulator, including microSD […]
I recently purchased a WiFi modem for Commodore 64 on eBay, in kit form. The price was interesting. The kit is made up of just a few components: using the appropriate equipment, assembly took just a few minutes. Unfortunately, the modem I purchased does not […]
In this article I had explained how to download and install Visual Basic for free. But how to create the first application? Well, in this article I intend to explain how to create an application with Visual Basic. I will not draw the actual programming now, [...]
Do you want to start learning to program and don't know which programming language to choose? Start installing Visual Basic for free. Visual Basic (otherwise called VB.NET) is a programming language developed by Microsoft. It is very powerful and allows you to […]
Already in 2014, after obtaining the certificate of SEO Guru, I had published a guide, in English, for the best SEO techniques (optimization of websites to appear at the top in search engines), both On Page and [...]
Have you ever installed a LED light bulb on your car instead of an indicator or a reversing light and seen it flash quickly? It is an annoying effect, which some call flickering, others the flickering of light bulbs […]
Is it worth installing Windows 10 on old PCs? In this article I will try to give an answer and provide some clarity. There are some factors to take into account, in particular: how old is the computer where you want […]
This article on Commodore 64 memory repair is part of a much larger restoration. In fact, I found an old Commodore 64 retrocomputer on Facebook Marketplace for a few euros, but it had several flaws. First of all, they were all missing [...]
Here's another retrocomputer article: Commodore 16 repair. Sifting through Facebook Marketplace, I was struck by this listing for a used, non-working Commodore 16. The price was good, precisely because the computer had problems. TO […]
When you install Windows 10, you immediately realize that the operating system is full of pre-installed apps, which take up unnecessary space and, above all, make the Start Menu a big mess. In this article I describe how to carry out the removal [...]
When you buy a computer with Windows 10, you immediately realize that the operating system is full of pre-installed apps, which take up unnecessary space and, above all, make the Start Menu a big mess. How to uninstall Apps [...]