The latest articles by David Webb

  • My Documents + Environment Variables in VBA/VB6

    The "My Documents" folder path contains a variable username component and changes from one user to another. It is possible to write a code in VBA or VB6 to access the "My Documents" folder regardless of the username, with the help of functions that can read environment variables in VB6. Environment functions such as Environ$ which receives the value of an environment variable, can be used to write a code to read environment variables in VB6.

  • How to reset a sequence in Oracle?

    It is possible to reset a sequence in Oracle. The company does not provide a ready-made command for this task. However, it is possible to reset it by following the instructions below.

  • How to prevent auto download IDM

    IDM normally prompts you with some automatic download options upon opening a website, which can prove quite useful. However you may want to stop this or restrict the automatic download of specific types of files from certain websites. Follow the procedure below to find out how to do this.

  • How to change default date format OpenOffice Calc

    OpenOffice Calc is a highly popular program thanks to its possibilities to create graphs, formulas, edit spreadsheets and perform complicated calculations. The software is also very customizable: you can set up multiple settings for the handiest usage. Read this article to find out how to change the default date format on OpenOffice Calc.

  • How to clear PS3: cache, cookies

    If you find that after installing an update on your PS3 system, you are unable to, access to the PLAYSTATION Store, play PS3 games online, access to Folding@Home or perform any online activity we will show you how to fix this. There are three solutions: Delete cookies, temporary files and cache (of all sessions) of the PS3.

  • Pro11.msi download: for office 2003, installation package

    Many applications and files run alongside Microsoft office software. One of these files is Pro11.MSI which allows you to customise anything associated to office software. This file incorporates security and language settings, installation sources and the setup process. If you do not have the installation DVD for MS Office and are therefore unable to update Pro11.MSI file, you can manually create an XLStart file. Follow the steps below in order to resolve this issue.