One of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll artists of our time is dead. I saw the Clash in 1979 when they were at their peak. I remember being almost literally blown away by the volume, the passion, the sheer energy coming off the stage. A lot of the music of that era was disposable. Most of it hasn’t aged well. But the Clash? Their songs sound as fresh and energetic today as they did a quarter-century ago.
We’ll miss you, Joe.
PLEASE READ THIS NOTE CAREFULLY:
If you are looking for someone to provide you with a product key for Microsoft Windows or Office, because you’re using a pirated copy or you lost the key that came with your legally purchased copy, I CANNOT HELP YOU. I’ve locked this entry for comments, because too many people seem to think that it’s OK to post here asking for this information. It’s not.
However, if you have a legally installed copy of Windows XP or most versions of Office and you’ve lost the product key, this page can help. This 25-character code, which is impossible to memorize unless you’re The Amazing Kreskin, is required if you need to reinstall Windows. Normally, it’s found on the holder for your Windows CD. If you lost the CD case, you’re locked out. But help is finally available. You can dig up this value from the Registry using a cool tool called Keyfinder, from Magical Jellybean Software. It works with every version of Windows, and with Office 97 and Office XP (but not with Office 2000). Best of all, it’s free.
Note that this software works ONLY if you have Windows or Office already installed and activated using a legal product key. If the software isn’t installed, you’ll have to call Microsoft and explain that you lost the key.
Over the years, I’ve written millions of words on Windows, Office, and other topics. A few years ago, I had regular columns in print (PC Computing, which became Smart Business before it collapsed and died under the crushing weight of way too many clueless Ziff-Davis Vice Presidents) and on the Web. Today, virtually all of my work is in books. (My latest effort is Faster Smarter Windows XP, and Windows XP Inside Out has been a best-seller since it was released in late 2001.)
This site represents a way for me to do some of the things I used to do, covering news, providing information, and sharing tips and tricks without having to go through a lengthy production process. I hope you like it. If you have questions or comments, click the Comments button and share your thoughts.
