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Hard Links vs. Soft Links

This writing talks about hard links and soft links; two of the nice features of NTFS file system. You can divide file links into two categories: 1) Normal Links (shortcuts) 2) Symbolic LinksRead more..
By: Geming Leader   |    On:  9/2/2010 3:05:56 PM   |    Article

Changing Screen Resolution Programmatically via DirectX

This lesson focuses on how to change the screen resolution and color system programmatically via DirectX. It starts by an overview about how the Windows satisfies user’s need through the Display Settings window. Then, it digs into discussing how to retrieve these settings and to change these programmatically in the .NET environment.Read more..
By: Geming Leader   |    On:  9/2/2010 11:11:56 AM   |    Article

Introduction of the union in C

A union is a memory location that is shared by two or more different types of variables. A union provides a way for interpreting the same bit pattern in two or more different ways (or forms.) In fact, unions share structures lots of characteristics, like the way they defined and marshaled. It might be helpful to know that, like structures, unions can be defined inside a structure or even as a single entity. In addition, unions can define complex types inside, like structures too.Read more..
By: Geming Leader   |    On:  9/2/2010 11:57:44 AM   |    Article

BeginPaint/EndPaint or GetDC/ReleaseDC?

Which is better, to use BeginPaint/EndPaint, or to use GetDC/ReleaseDC?Read more..
By: Geming Leader   |    On:  9/2/2010 12:34:34 PM   |    Article
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