Changing Project Platform in VB.Net - 64Bit(x64) and 32Bit(x86)

Ever wonder how to change your project’s platform in VB.Net to 64Bit or 32Bit? Here are some easy steps on how to do it.

        1.   Open your project, then click Build in menu.

  

        2. Under Build Menu, Select Configuration Manager at the end of the list.

    

      3. The Configuration window will appear, then select New in the combobox under the platform column.

     4. New Project Platform window will appear, select X64 for 64 bit or X86 for 32 bit platform, remember that Any CPU platform means that your project will run on both 64 and 32 bit platforms.

 

      5.  Once you select your platform, click close. You will also notice that Active Solution Platform  is set with the platform you selected. Rebuild your project and the new platform is implemented.

Set Up AdHoc to share internet connection in Windows 7

Many are wondering if it is possible to have a WiFi even with out a router to share internet connection. Actually it is possible, you can use your laptop or your desktop computer to do the job. Just make sure that your computer has a wireless adapter. Follow the steps to configure and set it up.

Step1.Type "AdHoc" on the Search Bar. (Please refer with the photo below)

The Set up wizard window will appear.

Step2. Click Next to Proceed.

The Next window will prompt you to give your network a name and select security options.

Step3. Create A network name by typing your desired network on the text box.

Step4. Select Security type. 

              There are 3 types of security to choose from.
                - No authentication (Anyone can access your network)
                - WEP (Simple Security)
                - WPA2 (Tighter Security)

    Note: To Understand more about WEP and WPA you may refer on my post named "WEP and WPA,Whats the difference?

Step5. Set the Password. Then Click the next button in the wizard window.

Wait Until the window on the picture below appears.

Step6. Click "Turn on Internet connection sharing"

A window similar with the picute below will appear. At this moment the wizard sets up to share your internet connection.

 Then, a new window will appear that shows Internet connection sharing is enabled. It indicates that your internet connection is now being shared and your computer is now also serving as a router.

Step7. Click Close.

After the set up is done you can see your network on wireless connection list.

 NOW, enjoy your WIFI.