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76 Ways to Get More Out of Windows Quick, easy ways to tame your operating system...from speed tweaks to security checks to troubleshooting tips.  |
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The Fastest Way to Open Items on Your Desktop Put your desktop on the menu... Access icons via the keyboard... Add info to your applications' title bars...  |
PC World April 2002 Scott Dunn |
Super Windows Secrets Smart tips that unleash Windows' hidden powers -- whether you've upgraded to XP or not...  |
PC World August 2001 Scott Dunn |
Who Knew Windows Could Do That? Our Windows guru shares 40 unexpected, supereasy tips for every version of the OS...  |
PC World June 2002 Scott Dunn |
Windows Tips: Six Windows Tweaks I Couldn't Live Without Make personal sticky notes, launch apps fast, create Search shortcuts, put folders on the Start menu...  |
PC Magazine August 19, 2003 Matthew P. Graven |
The Windows Survival Guide If you're just getting ready to make the move to Win XP, or if you're anxious to dig beneath the surface and find some cool new tools, or if you've been using Win XP for a while and it's time for some serious maintenance, you'll find what you need to know in this guide.  |
PC World November 2002 Scott Dunn |
The Insider's Guide to Fixing Windows You don't have to bend to Windows' will -- just follow our tips to shape it to your liking.  |
PC World February 2001 Yael Li-Ron |
Windows Your Way No matter which Windows you use, it probably isn't as closely tailored to your needs as it could be...  |
PC World March 20, 2007 Dunn & Spanbauer |
The Simple Way to Keep Your Private Files Private Make encrypted files stand out, control access to secure files, and a freebie turns folders invisible.  |
PC Magazine March 16, 2005 Neil J. Rubenking |
Keeping a Clean Desktop I like having next to nothing on my desktop, usually just My Computer, My Network Places and Control Panel, though occasionally I'll add a folder for stuff I'm currently working on.  |
PC World September 2004 Scott Dunn |
Use a Super Boot Floppy After an XP Meltdown Recover when XP won't load... Get the full view of new Windows... Color-code your file names... The fastest way into Outlook... etc.  |
PC World July 24, 2006 Andrew Brandt |
Step by Step: Get Any PC, New or Old, Ready for Everyday Use Customize your system settings, update drivers, get rid of built-in software you don't want, and more.  |
PC World October 2004 Scott Dunn |
Toggle Your Screen Saver With a Single Click Create shortcuts to get your screen saver out of the way prior to defragging... Speed up Start menus... Take advantage of scrollbar tricks...  |
PC World February 2002 Scott Dunn |
Windows Tips: Take Charge of Your Runaway Start Menu Slim down your Start menu by removing unused items... customize your Documents menu... set the size of file dialog boxes...  |
PC World September 25, 2006 Scott Dunn |
Windows Tips: Vanquish Still More Windows Annoyances These eight tricks should improve your Windows experience.  |
PC World December 2002 Scott Dunn |
Windows Tips: Simplify Your Windows Desktop Cleanup Chores Keep your desktop tidy on a regular basis; give folder windows custom wallpaper; immerse yourself in the sounds of nature.  |
PC Magazine February 2, 2005 David A. Karp |
Save and Protect Your Hard Drive You can prepare for disaster by taking steps now to protect your PC's most valuable asset: its hard drive.  |
PC World February 27, 2007 Preston Gralla |
Windows Tips for Everyone Whether you've jumped to Vista or are sticking with XP, our tips will make your computing faster and safer and even a little more stylish.  |
PC World July 2002 Scott Dunn |
Windows Tips: Show Windows' Control Panel Who's in Charge Add, remove, or alter Control Panel shortcuts, or get a new view with a freeware program. Plus, hide a shared drive...  |
PC World November 6, 2006 Scott Dunn |
Windows Tips: 20 Ways to Keep Your Windows XP System Fresh Vista may be on the way, but XP hasn't outlived its usefulness. These tips will help you keep the older operating system vibrant. Tip 1: Get Off the Upgrade Bandwagon... Tip 2: Swap When You Need To... etc.  |
PC World March 1, 2000 Matt Lake |
Windows 2000: Tips for New Arrivals What is it with Windows 2000? At first glance, it looks like Windows 98 or 95--same old Start menu, Recycle Bin, and Task bar. But as you spend more time with it, little differences in looks and functions crop up.  |
PC World April 2003 Scott Dunn |
Windows Tips: Take the Shortcut Route to Instant File Backups Easily back up your files after you finish working on them... restore the Change Passwords panel... hide specific file extensions.  |
PC World December 2001 Scott Dunn |
Windows Tips: Right-Click for Faster Windows Navigation Right-click around Windows... sort better in Details view, edit the Registry safely... remap your keyboard...  |
PC World January 2003 Lincoln Spector |
Answer Line: Synchronize Important Folders on Two Computers Transport files between work and home PCs... sidestep password demands in Windows XP's Task Scheduler... save Windows updates to disk... easy Windows macro recording.  |
PC World December 2005 Lincoln Spector |
Emergency Boot CDs for PCs Without Floppy Drives What to do when XP or 2000 won't boot and your PC doesn't have a floppy drive... Copy device drivers from your PC to CD... Safeguard files and folders... Make the most of Windows slow-ups...  |
PC World June 2006 Lincoln Spector |
Protect Against Software Installation Nightmares The safest way yet to install new software on your PC... An open-source disc encryption tool.  |
PC World April 29, 2002 Yael Li-Ron |
Customize Your Windows Desktop Want Windows your way? Follow our tips and whip your desktop into shape.  |
PC World February 2004 Lincoln Spector |
How Do I Keep Other People Off My PC? Use these tricks and tools to protect your files. Plus, automate PC shutdown, find out how much laser-printer memory you need, and update XP's Start menu.  |
PC World June 2005 Michael Desmond |
The Trouble-Free PC With the right utilities, you can heal your ailing machine--or even keep it from getting sick in the first place. All-in-one suites and specialized tools are tested to find the best.  |
PC Magazine June 1, 2005 Sarah Pike |
Top Tips & Tricks For Windows Windows XP tips that will help you solve nagging problems, make Windows suit your style better, make you more safe and secure, help you cooperate with multiple users, and improve performance when you're on the go with a laptop.  |
PC World July 2001 Scott Dunn |
Windows Tips: Locate Files on a Multigigabyte Drive Find files on a big hard drive, organize your Start menu, open apps fast...  |
PC World September 14, 2001 Gregg Keizer |
Windows 2000 FAQ We solve 20 of the most vexing problems with Windows 2000...  |
PC World July 25, 2007 Scott Dunn |
Shift Any Version of Windows Into High Gear Use the OS's own tools to maximize your PC's performance without spending a dime.  |
PC World December 2004 Scott Dunn |
Remove Unsolicited Junk From Your Context Menus How to remove several items from the menus that pop up when you right-click in Windows Explorer, especially shortcuts to programs that aren't being used.  |
PC World August 2004 Scott Dunn |
Have the World Delivered to Your PC's Desktop Live Web updates on your desktop... How to identify mystery system tray icons... Free utility to identify folder sizes...  |
PC World September 2005 Scott Spanbauer |
Wipe Out Windows Annoyances Banish the worst glitches, time-wasters, and irritations in the Windows XP with these 29 tips. Plus: Get the scoop on Windows' biggest rivals.  |
PC World November 25, 2007 Scott Dunn |
Fast Windows Fixes From bullet-fast startups and shutdowns to automatic data protection, here are 31 tweaks to make Vista and XP smarter, more reliable, and more efficient.  |
PC World October 2002 Steve Bass |
How to Fix the Biggest PC Annoyances Computing hassles driving you bonkers? We feel your pain. And we have solutions -- for hardware, software, and the Web.  |
PC Magazine June 13, 2011 Eric Griffith |
How To Hide Your Data Want to keep your private files under wraps without making it obvious they're important? Rather than encryption, try hiding them, so prying eyes don't even know they exist.  |
PC World March 2004 Kirk Steers |
Perk Up Your PC With Six Quick and Easy Tweaks With spring right around the corner, it's time to give your PC its annual sprucing up. Here are six no-cost, no-hassle tune-up tips to keep your Windows system purring.  |
PC World July 2001 Lincoln Spector |
Answer Line: Prep an Old PC for a New Home What to do to your computer before giving it to someone else... Executing programs at shut-down time... Make autostart CDs... Handling .zip with Windows Me... Office Shortcut Bar... Backing up dial-up network settings...  |
PC World March 21, 2007 Lincoln Spector |
Should I Report Program Problems to Microsoft? Tell Windows ahead of time when to send problem reports... Customize Office menus and Windows Explorer shortcuts.  |
PC World October 2004 Scott Spanbauer |
Keep It Simple Cut the clutter on your PC and you can stop aggravations before they begin. Our 50 tips show you how to simplify Windows and your system from startup to shutdown.  |
PC World October 24, 2007 Steve Bass |
Got XP Annoyances? Try These Four Smart Fixes for Windows Woes Stop boot-up hiccups, zap folders that keep popping up, make Windows Explorer more reliable.  |
PC World September 2002 Scott Dunn |
Windows Tips: Keep Prying Eyes at Bay With Windows' Passwords Get the upper hand on Windows' password options.  |
PC Magazine November 2, 2005 Michael J. Steinhart |
Maximum Security: 94 Essential Tips for Staying Safe Dozens of our best security tips and pointers, broken down by category: system, networking and wireless, e-mail, Web surfing, malware, and mobile.  |
PC World January 2006 Leonhard & Spector |
Gunk Busters! Get your PC running like new with these easy tips for clearing the crud out of Windows, applications, and hardware.  |
PC World June 2004 Steve Bass |
Who Knew Your...PC, Software, Camera, Printer, Network, Drive, Handheld...Could Do That? 28 unexpected ways to get more out of the tools you use every day. PCs and Notebooks... Windows... Internet... etc.  |
PC Magazine June 16, 2009 Eric Griffith |
2009 Windows Utility Guide Browse our largest-ever collection of utilities to install on Windows XP and Vista (and, in some cases, even Windows 7) and you'll find the functions you need at prices you'll like.  |
PC World April 2004 Steve Bass |
Work Smart From the Start in Windows Get faster access to your favorite shortcuts, and give the rest the boot.  |