Hot Tips For Every One: block the USB Drives through Group Policy

Hot Tips For Every One: block the USB Drives through Group Policy

Hot Tips For Every One: block the USB Drives through Group Policy

Hot Tips For Every One: block the USB Drives through Group Policy

block the USB Drives through Group Policy

Please find the below steps to block the USB Drives
(Except the mouse and Keyboard) and Floppy Drives and CD ROM Drives.

Please download the removable_storage.adm file from below link.

1) Copy that downloaded removable_storage.adm to under

C:\Windows\inf directory in ADS Server

http://www.4shared.com/file/123071170/f44cee36/removable_storage.html

2) Open the Active Directory Users and Computers and Create a OU and name as USB Blocked

3) Move all the computer accounts to this OU in which the USB drives should be blocked

4) Right click on the newly created OU and go to the tab Group Policy

5) Under that create a new policy and give a name as Block USB Drives and click on Edit

6) Under the Computer settings, Expand the Administrative Templates

7) Right click on the Administrative Templates and click Add/Remove Templates

8) In the Add/Remove Templates wizard, click on Add and add the file removable_storage.adm and click Ok

9) Expand the Restrict Drives under the Custom Policy Settings

10) Right Click the Restrict Drives and click on Filtering and Un-Tick the option “Show only the compatible policies” and click Ok

11) Now you can see the options Disable USB, Disable CD-Rom, Disable Floppy under the Restrict Drives and you can block the necessary drives by Enabling the appropriate options

How to Block USB Pen Drive in PC

This Article and Screen shot explain How to Block USB pen Drive Access in your PC through Registry setting.

Kindy Take Registry Backup before making any changes. If anything goes wrong you can revert back to old state.

To Block USB in your PC First go to Start button from task bar and go to run from Start buttion.

And run window type regedit and press enter. It will display below mentioned screens. Just follow the screen shots and Places to change setting.

To Block Pen drive Change Value in above window to 4.

and To Open Pen drive in your PC change value to 3.

Enjoy.... with this option....

WET to release September 15th on Xbox 360

This just in! Bethesda Softworks (Fallout 3, Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion) announced today that they will be releasing WET in North America on both the Xbox360 and PS3 on September 15th.

Developed by Artificial Mind and Movement, the game looks to be an action packed Quentin Tarantino styled romp across the globe as “problem fixer” Rubi Malone pursues her quest for vengeance while wielding her trusty pistols and deadly samurai katana.

Blood, violence, and Pacific triads; everything the perfect revenge epic needs

On a mission to find the man that left her for dead, players master the controls that will allow Rubi to create the most incredible fight sequences – limited only by players imaginations. Chain together a number of moves, including sliding down ladders, running on walls, jumping and flipping, will earn players rewards such as auto-lock and slow motion advantages. Touted as having “the perfect mix of humor and violence, WET is a third-person shooter experience unlike any other.”

“We’ve worked really hard to make WET different from any other action game available”, said Patrick Fortier, Creative Director at A2M. “When players experience the game’s unique blend of gunplay, sword combat and acrobatics, they won’t want to put the controller down.”

WET looks to truly provide a fluid and dynamic fighting system.

“We are extremely excited to bring WET to gamers on September 15th,” says Vlatko Andonov, president of Bethesda Softworks. “A2M has created an explosive gaming experience and the action is non-stop from start to finish.”

WET appears to be heading in the right direction with stylish moves, killer combos, and some crazy characters. We’ll just have to see whether thins title ends up becoming a killer IP or a washed up wannabe.

For more info, check out the quite stylish offical site at http://wetthegame.com.

FCC Takes On Apple And AT&T Over Google Voice Rejection

My, how the tables have turned. Earlier this week, we learned that Apple had suddenly begun to pull third party iPhone applications for Google Voice, citing the unconvincing rationale that they “duplicated” some of the iPhone’s functionality. We then broke the news that Apple had also rejected Google’s own official Google Voice application submitted six weeks prior, sparking a din of complaints from developers and users alike over the arbitrary and possibly anti-competitive restrictions being imposed by Apple. AT&T, too, has been a target of frequent criticism as many of us believe it may have also played a part in the decision. Of course, nobody really knows who is to blame — AT&T has hinted that it was ultimately Apple’s decision, and Apple continues to remain mute on the issue. But now we may get our answers: the Dow Jones newswire reports that The Federal Communications Commission is looking into Apple’s rejection of Google Voice, and has sent letters to AT&T, Apple, and Google to find out what’s going on. We’ve obtained copies of the letters and reprinted them below.

The newswire report notes that this is part of the FCC’s ongoing investigation into wireless handsets and their exclusive deals with carriers. Of course, this all comes years after Google CEO Eric Schmidt sent a letter to the FCC, urging it to adopt open standards that would gives users the freedom to use whichever applications they’d like on their wireless devices, on whichever network they preferred. At the time the suggestions seemed perhaps a bit idealistic, but now it’s becoming clear just how badly they’re needed.

It has been just over one year since Apple released the App Store, and already we’re beginning to see just what can happen when major companies collude to restrict user choice without fear of recourse. As I’ve written before, Google Voice offers a service that innovates in the telephony space in a way that hasn’t been seen for years. But rather than try to improve and offer a better service, Apple and AT&T are doing what they can do to protect their sacred cash cow. But it looks like the government isn’t going to stand for that any longer. With this move, the FCC is showing that it’s not going to let Apple carry its famed culture of secrecy into the telecom space.

FCC Letter to Apple

July 31, 2009


Catherine A. Novelli, Vice President
Worldwide Government Affairs
Apple Inc.
901 15th Street, NW, Suite 1000
Washington, DC 20005

RE: Google Voice and related iPhone applications

Dear Ms. Novelli:

Recent press reports indicate that Apple has declined to approve the Google Voice application for the iPhone and has removed related (and previously approved) third-party applications from the iPhone App Store. In light of pending FCC proceedings regarding wireless open access (RM-11361) and handset exclusivity (RM-11497), we are interested in a more complete understanding of this situation.

To that end, please provide answers to the following questions by close of business on Friday, August 21, 2009.

1. Why did Apple reject the Google Voice application for iPhone and remove related third-party applications from its App Store? In addition to Google Voice, which related third-party applications were removed or have been rejected? Please provide the specific name of each application and the contact information for the developer.
2. Did Apple act alone, or in consultation with AT&T, in deciding to reject the Google Voice application and related applications? If the latter, please describe the communications between Apple and AT&T in connection with the decision to reject Google Voice. Are there any contractual conditions or non-contractual understandings with AT&T that affected Apple’s decision in this matter?
3. Does AT&T have any role in the approval of iPhone applications generally (or in certain cases)? If so, under what circumstances, and what role does it play? What roles are specified in the contractual provisions between Apple and AT&T (or any non-contractual understandings) regarding the consideration of particular iPhone applications?
4. Please explain any differences between the Google Voice iPhone application and any Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) applications that Apple has approved for the iPhone. Are any of the approved VoIP applications allowed to operate on AT&T’s 3G network?
5. What other applications have been rejected for use on the iPhone and for what reasons? Is there a list of prohibited applications or of categories of applications that is provided to potential vendors/developers? If so, is this posted on the iTunes website or otherwise disclosed to consumers?
6. What are the standards for considering and approving iPhone applications? What is the approval process for such applications (timing, reasons for rejection, appeal process, etc.)? What is the percentage of applications that are rejected? What are the major reasons for rejecting an application?

Request for Confidential Treatment. If Apple requests that any information or documents responsive to this letter be treated in a confidential manner, it shall submit, along with all responsive information and documents, a statement in accordance with section 0.459 of the Commission’s rules. 47 C.F.R. § 0.459. Requests for confidential treatment must comply with the requirements of section 0.459, including the standards of specificity mandated by section 0.459(b). Accordingly, “blanket” requests for confidentiality of a large set of documents are unacceptable. Pursuant to section 0.459(c), the Bureau will not consider requests that do not comply with the requirements of section 0.459.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation.

Sincerely,

James D. Schlichting
Acting Chief
Wireless Telecommunications Bureau
Federal Communications Commission

FCC Letter to Google

July 31, 2009

Richard S. Whitt, Esq.
Washington Telecom and Media Counsel
Google Inc.
1101 New York Avenue, NW, Second Floor
Washington, DC 20005

RE: Apple’s Rejection of the Google Voice for iPhone Application

Dear Mr. Whitt:

Recent press reports indicate that Apple has declined to approve the Google Voice application for the iPhone and has removed related (and previously approved) third-party applications from the iPhone App Store. In light of pending FCC proceedings regarding wireless open access (RM-11361) and handset exclusivity (RM-11497), we are interested in a more complete understanding of this situation.

To that end, please provide answers to the following questions by close of business on Friday, August 21, 2009.

1. Please provide a description of the proposed Google Voice application for iPhone. What are the key features, and how does it operate (over a voice or data network, etc.)?
2. What explanation was given (if any) for Apple’s rejection of the Google Voice application (and for any other Google applications for iPhone that have been rejected, such as Google Latitude)? Please describe any communications between Google and AT&T or Apple on this topic and a summary of any meetings or discussion.
3. Has Apple approved any Google applications for the Apple App Store? If so, what services do they provide, and, in Google’s opinion, are they similar to any Apple/AT&T-provided applications?
4. Does Google have any other proposed applications pending with Apple, and if so, what services do they provide?
5. Are there other mechanisms by which an iPhone user will be able to access either some or all of the features of Google Voice? If so, please explain how and to what extent iPhone users can utilize Google Voice despite the fact that it is not available through Apple’s App Store.
6. Please provide a description of the standards for considering and approving applications with respect to Google’s Android platform. What is the approval process for such applications (timing, reasons for rejection, appeal process, etc.)? What is the percentage of applications that are rejected? What are the major reasons for rejecting an application?

Request for Confidential Treatment. If Google requests that any information or documents responsive to this letter be treated in a confidential manner, it shall submit, along with all responsive information and documents, a statement in accordance with section 0.459 of the Commission’s rules. 47 C.F.R. § 0.459. Requests for confidential treatment must comply with the requirements of section 0.459, including the standards of specificity mandated by section 0.459(b). Accordingly, “blanket” requests for confidentiality of a large set of documents are unacceptable. Pursuant to section 0.459(c), the Bureau will not consider requests that do not comply with the requirements of section 0.459.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation.

Sincerely,

James D. Schlichting
Acting Chief
Wireless Telecommunications Bureau
Federal Communications Commission

FCC Letter to AT&T

July 31, 2009

James W. Cicconi
Senior Executive Vice President-External and Legislative Affairs
AT&T Services, Inc.
1120 20th Street, NW, Suite 1000
Washington, DC 20036

RE: Apple’s Rejection of the Google Voice for iPhone Application

Dear Mr. Cicconi:

Recent press reports indicate that Apple has declined to approve the Google Voice application for the iPhone and has removed related (and previously approved) third-party applications from the iPhone App Store. In light of pending FCC proceedings regarding wireless open access (RM-11361) and handset exclusivity (RM-11497), we are interested in a more complete understanding of this situation.

To that end, please provide answers to the following questions by close of business on Friday, August 21, 2009.

1. What role, if any, did AT&T play in Apple’s consideration of the Google Voice and related applications? What role, if any, does AT&T play in consideration of iPhone applications generally? What roles are specified in the contractual provisions between Apple and AT&T (or in any non-contractual understanding between the companies) regarding the consideration of particular iPhone applications?
2. Did Apple consult with AT&T in the process of deciding to reject the Google Voice application? If so, please describe any communications between AT&T and Apple or Google on this topic, including the parties involved and a summary of any meetings or discussions.
3. Please explain AT&T’s understanding of any differences between the Google Voice iPhone application and any Voice over Internet Protocol applications that are currently used on the AT&T network, either via the iPhone or via handsets other than the iPhone.
4. To AT&T’s knowledge, what other applications have been rejected for use on the iPhone? Which of these applications were designed to operate on AT&T’s 3G network? What was AT&T’s role in considering whether such applications would be approved or rejected?
5. Please detail any conditions included in AT&T’s agreements or contracts with Apple for the iPhone related to the certification of applications or any particular application’s ability to use AT&T’s 3G network.
6. Are there any terms in AT&T’s customer agreements that limit customer usage of certain third-party applications? If so, please indicate how consumers are informed of such limitations and whether such limitations are posted on the iTunes website as well. In general, what is AT&T’s role in certifying applications on devices that run over AT&T’s 3G network? What, if any, applications require AT&T’s approval to be added to a device? Are there any differences between AT&T’s treatment of the iPhone and other devices used on its 3G network?
7. Please list the services/applications that AT&T provides for the iPhone, and whether there any similar, competing iPhone applications offered by other providers in Apple’s App Store.
8. Do any devices that operate on AT&T’s network allow use of the Google Voice application? Do any devices that operate on AT&T’s network allow use of other applications that have been rejected for the iPhone?
9. Please explain whether, on AT&T’s network, consumers’ access to and usage of Google Voice is disabled on the iPhone but permitted on other handsets, including Research in Motion’s BlackBerry devices.

Request for Confidential Treatment. If AT&T requests that any information or documents responsive to this letter be treated in a confidential manner, it shall submit, along with all responsive information and documents, a statement in accordance with section 0.459 of the Commission’s rules. 47 C.F.R. § 0.459. Requests for confidential treatment must comply with the requirements of section 0.459, including the standards of specificity mandated by section 0.459(b). Accordingly, “blanket” requests for confidentiality of a large set of documents are unacceptable. Pursuant to section 0.459(c), the Bureau will not consider requests that do not comply with the requirements of section 0.459.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation.

Sincerely,

James D. Schlichting
Acting Chief
Wireless Telecommunications Bureau Federal Communications Commission

Nail Beauty Care

We pay a lot of attention to face care but how often to we stop to think about hand care? Our hands, especially our nails need a lot of care, too. Without care our nails can become rough and brittle. In addition to this, we need to eat a balanced diet, exercise regularly and drink lots of water if we want to make sure our nails remain healthy and pink. If anything goes wrong with our bodies—the signs can be seen in the color and texture of our nails.

Getting a manicure is one way of taking care of our nails. To put it simply—a manicure is a beauty treatment for our fingers and nails. It can be done by a trained beautician or it can be done at home.


Nail Care Tips
Things needed for Nail Care

*Cuticle Pusher (preferably made of rose wood)
* Nail File (preferably, an emery board nail file)
* Nail Clipper
* Nail Buffer (fine textured)
* Nail Brush
* Orange Stick
* Cotton Wool
* Olive Oil

1.The most important thing to keep in mind is that you should drink plenty of water, eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly. In short you need to stay healthy if you want your nails look healthy.

2.Keep your nails clean by cleaning them with a mild soap (or even face wash) and lukewarm water, regularly.

3.Whenever you do any housework or gardening, or any work that exposes your hands to chemicals or too much water—wear gloves to protect your hands.

4.Do not bite your nails.

5.If your nails turn brittle or flaky, or you find white marks or ridges on your nails, or if they turn yellow—consult a doctor. These can be symptoms for fungal or bacterial infection or vitamin or protein deficiency.

6.Use a nail brush to clean your nails. Make sure that dirt does not accumulate under your nails. This looks bad and can cause bacterial or fungal infection. Take particular care to make sure that the corners of your nails stay clean and dirt-free.

7.Moisturize your nails with olive oil—massage your nails with olive oil daily. If maintaining this nail care regimen becomes a little difficult— follow this process at least once a week with warm olive oil.

8.If you love to wear nail enamel make sure you pick your shades from major brands, only. Also, remember your nails need to "breathe." So, keep your nails "enamel free" for at least two days in a week. Use only good quality nail enamel removers. It may not be a good idea to do "budget shopping" as far as your beauty care products are concerned.

9.Always use colorless nail enamel as a base coat whenever you apply nail enamel to your nails.

10.Use a nail clipper to trim your nails once a week or once every ten days—depending on how fast your nails grow.

11.Use a nail buffer to smooth out rough or uneven portions of your nails.

12.Use a file to shape your nails.

13.A cuticle pusher is useful if you want to push back the cuticles. You may also use a cotton-wool tipped orange stick, dipped in olive oil, for this.

14.Never use sharp objects on your nails.

15. A simple homemade nail care recipe may be just the pampering your nails need. Here’s the recipe just for you—

We have already given our list of "things you need" for nail care. So, here’s how you would give your nails some pampering in the form of a "non-chip French manicure."

Things you need for a non-chip French manicure.

* Sesame Seed Oil*- 1 tsp.
* Full Fat Milk- ½ cup (warmed)
* Beeswax-1 tsp. (melted)
* Chamois
* Soft Towels

(If you are in hurry--olive oil works just as well.)

Procedure for non-chip French manicure.

* Wash your hands using a mild soap. Use a soft towel to pat your hands dry.
* Use a nail clipper to trim your nails.
* Use an emery board to shape your nails.
* Buff your nails with a buffer. Take care to buff in one direction so as not to damage your nails.
* Pour the milk in a glass bowl. Soak your fingertips in the milk for about 8-10 minutes. Make sure that your nails are completely immersed in the milk. Remove your fingers from the bowl and pat them dry with a moist, soft towel.
* After drying your fingers, take one half of the sesame seed oil. Rub a little bit of the oil onto each of your nails.
* Dip 2 orange-sticks tipped with cotton-wool in a little bit of the sesame seed oil. Use one of these to gently push back the cuticles of your nails. Make sure to reveal the half-moon shaped portion of your nails.
* Use the other orange-stick to clean and whiten the portion beneath your nails. Do this slowly and very gently.
* Gently, apply the remaining sesame seed oil to your nails. Leave it on the nails for 8-10 minutes.
* Use the chamois to polish your nails with the beeswax. Polish your nails slowly and gently till they get a healthy, pearly look.
* You may use this nail care recipe to take care of your toe-nails, too.

How to Hack Windows Terminal Services 3 month trial

HOW TO RESET WINDOWS TERMINAL SERVICES 3 MONTH TRIAL
Warning: greyhat content.

Thanks to a Microsoft article, I've found out that it is very easy to extend your Windows Terminal Services 3-month trial or experience time. It's so easy that I'm sure many administrators have done this in their own systems, while waiting for their managers or financial staff to buy the definitive licenses (not being hypocrite here).

Following these instructions, you don't have to crack any program. You won't mess with your system. The magic is to only delete the licenses databases both in the server and the clients, and let windows re-create them for you.


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Make sure you've installed "Terminal Services Licensing". By the way, this method only makes sense if you need to use Terminal Services in Application Mode, which is the one that requires licensing.

The idea is quite simple.

First, disconnect all users from the terminal. If you need to do this remotely, you can also disconnect yourself, and access the files remotely.

Go to %WINDIR%\system32\lserver

Notice the file TSLIC.edb. Rename it to tslic.old

In every client computer, remove the CAL TS registry keys, located at:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\MSLicensing

Restart your server.


Finally, if you need more information about how to crack terminal services, go check at Microsoft's web site. See the "Cause 2" steps. :-)

Shouldn't MS improve the security for TS Licensing in the next versions of Windows (2003 with SP1 is also easy to "crack")?

PS> I am definitely against software piracy. I strongly believe that Microsoft should strength their anti-piracy policy. Only then they could theoretically lower their licensing prices. The biggest result, though, would be a huge increase of free software popularity. Only then we, FOSS proponents, would have the opportunity to prove our paradigm is superior (now I'm being hypocrite, I guess).