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Mark Kaelin
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Mark Kaelin
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How do I ... change the Product Key in Windows XP? (Updated)
In 2003, TechRepublic first published the procedure for changing the Product Key in Microsoft Windows XP. Since then, Microsoft has made the process easier and safer by providing an applet for...
Posted by Mark Kaelin | July 15, 2009, 7:41 AM PDT | Latest comment by NiKkiBluEyEz05@...
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It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: July 2009
Justin James presents a rundown on the July 2009 batch of Microsoft patches. He wades through the available resources and brings you the information you need to make the right decision on applying...
Posted by Justin James | July 14, 2009, 12:55 PM PDT | Latest comment by mattohare@...
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How do I ... blog from the Windows desktop with Live Writer?
Windows Live Writer gives you the tools that allow you to work with your blog on the fly, and do it without having to have a network connection. Jack Wallen explains how it works.
Posted by Jack Wallen | July 14, 2009, 8:51 AM PDT | Latest comment by magicandjewel@...
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Are you ready for when your enterprise hardware fails?
Since we established that Windows XP will be around for awhile, the question becomes, when do you plan to upgrade the hardware.
Posted by Mark Kaelin | July 8, 2009, 12:34 PM PDT | Latest comment by pgit
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Legacy compatibility is a reality with Virtual Windows XP in Windows 7
Greg Shultz shows you how some of the new features in Windows Virtual PC and Virtual Windows XP make using Windows XP applications in Windows 7 a simple operation.
Posted by Greg Shultz | July 8, 2009, 7:53 AM PDT | Latest comment by tom@...
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A computer geek's guide to building a 64-bit server on a budget
Building a new 64-bit server from scratch doesn't have to break the bank. In fact, Erik Eckel built a 64-bit server for less than $775. Here's how he did it.
Posted by Erik Eckel | July 7, 2009, 1:34 PM PDT | Latest comment by valduboisvert@...
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IT professionals will not drop Windows XP quietly (if ever)
A couple of weeks ago, I asked a series of poll questions about Microsoft Windows XP. To put it politely and succinctly -- most IT professionals are not looking forward to switching away from...
Posted by Mark Kaelin | July 1, 2009, 7:55 AM PDT | Latest comment by Moses0007
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Get a handful of useful Windows Vista configuration tips and tricks
Not everyone is going to jump on the Windows 7 bandwagon when it first arrives and many of you who made the move to Vista will stick with it for a while. Greg Shultz shares a handful of useful...
Posted by Greg Shultz | June 30, 2009, 8:20 AM PDT | Latest comment by touchdown_twc
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How do I... Use the Windows Common Feed List to manage RSS feeds?
With the release of Windows Internet Explorer 7, Windows Vista, and Outlook 2007, Microsoft has also included a new feature, the Windows Common Feed List (CFL), as a viable option for managing...
Posted by Wally Bahny | June 24, 2009, 11:56 AM PDT | Latest comment by NickNielsen
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Determine if your hardware can support Windows XP Mode in Windows 7
Greg Shultz helps you cut through all the hype surrounding the hardware requirements for running Windows XP Mode in Windows 7 by describing the procedures he went through to determine if hardware...
Posted by Greg Shultz | June 24, 2009, 8:16 AM PDT | Latest comment by 8string
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101 Microsoft Windows XP Tips you should know
Over the years, TechRepublic has amassed an extraordinary amount of tips for the Microsoft Windows XP operating system. Now they are available in a compilation from TechRepublic Pro.
Posted by Mark Kaelin | June 18, 2009, 12:26 PM PDT | Latest comment by xxxtheo
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The end is near for Windows XP: what are you going to do?
Like it or not, Microsoft intends to wean everyone off of Windows XP. The question you have to ask is what you are going to do now? Perhaps our informal polling can give you insight.
Posted by Mark Kaelin | June 18, 2009, 6:55 AM PDT | Latest comment by pippincp@...
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Uncover the performance benefits of the Favorite Links list in Vista
It seems that many users are unaware of the navigational features of Microsoft Vista's Favorite Links list. Greg Shultz delves into the Favorite Links list feature and shows you how to take full...
Posted by Greg Shultz | June 17, 2009, 1:00 PM PDT | Latest comment by Ron_007
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Use Reverse Integration to slipstream Windows Vista SP1 and SP2
Having a Windows Vista install DVD with the latest service packs can be very helpful - especially if you reinstall Windows more than a couple of times a year or if you have to deploy Windows Vista...
Posted by Alan Norton | June 17, 2009, 9:03 AM PDT | Latest comment by Matthew G. Davidson
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The three-application limit is out, Windows 7 Starter on netbooks is back in
After some very pointed and passionate feedback from users in the marketplace, Microsoft has decided to make some changes to Windows 7 when it comes to netbooks. In this edition of the Windows...
Posted by Greg Shultz | June 10, 2009, 7:59 AM PDT | Latest comment by eM DuBYaH
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It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: June 2009
Justin James presents a rundown on the June 2009 batch of Microsoft patches. He wades through the available resources and brings you the information you need to make the right decision on applying...
Posted by Justin James | June 9, 2009, 3:23 PM PDT | Latest comment by oz_ollie
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How do I ... prevent users from running specific applications with Process Blocker?
If you administer any significant number of Windows-based machines, there might be applications you do not want your users to be able to run. Jack Wallen explains how Process Blocker can help...
Posted by Jack Wallen | June 9, 2009, 11:59 AM PDT | Latest comment by Gis Bun
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Restore a lost feature and install XP's Backup Utility into Windows Vista
TechRepublic members have been wondering if it is possible to install the Windows XP Backup Utility into Windows Vista. Greg Shultz has uncovered the way and shows you how in this week's Windows...
Posted by Greg Shultz | June 3, 2009, 12:23 PM PDT | Latest comment by TAB4217
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How do I ... hunt down hard disk resource hogs?
Find out how to narrow your search for the cause of system slowdowns by configuring the Performance Monitor and Task Manager to reveal rogue processes that can tie up valuable system resources.
Posted by Brien Posey | June 3, 2009, 8:25 AM PDT | Latest comment by dkburkhart@...
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How do I ... use RichCopy for high-powered file copy and transfers?
If you copy large amounts of files or have a need to copy from one machine to another – RichCopy is the tool for you. Jack Wallen shows you how it works.
Posted by Jack Wallen | June 2, 2009, 11:40 AM PDT | Latest comment by b_k_f@...
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How to find duplicates in Excel
You'll need more than one trick up your sleeve to find duplicates in Excel.
Posted by Susan Harkins | March 5, 2013, 10:56 AM PST | Latest comment by thanhonap
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Quick Tip: Take fast screenshots with Windows 8 shortcut
Capturing and saving a screenshot in Windows 8 can be as simple as a basic keyboard shortcut.
Posted by Mark Kaelin | April 10, 2013, 11:42 AM PDT | Latest comment by robert@...
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Change and customize Windows 7's Logon screen wallpaper
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to change Windows 7's Logon screen wallpaper.
Posted by Greg Shultz | July 25, 2011, 12:18 PM PDT | Latest comment by PhilipAngel
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Create a Recovery Drive in Windows 8
Greg Shultz shows you how to create a Recovery Drive in Windows 8 for both a flash drive and an optical disk.
Posted by Greg Shultz | February 13, 2013, 12:15 PM PST | Latest comment by magnus717@...
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Restore Windows 8 with System Image Recovery
Greg Shultz shows you how to use System Image Recovery tool from the Recovery Drive to restore your hard disk.
Posted by Greg Shultz | March 27, 2013, 12:17 PM PDT | Latest comment by robsodav
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Shut down Windows 8 from the keyboard
Shut down Windows 8 by just pressing a key on your keyboard, pressing a button on your computer, or closing the lid on your laptop.
Posted by Greg Shultz | June 7, 2013, 8:33 AM PDT | Latest comment by raghavnk@...
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The Windows 8 Start Menu reimagined and reinvigorated
With Start Menu Reviver you get the traditional functionality of the Start menu, but with a Windows 8 Modern UI look and feel.
Posted by Greg Shultz | June 14, 2013, 11:41 AM PDT | Latest comment by mbeare
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Poll Results 2013: Chrome overtakes Firefox as the preferred web browser
Chrome is the clear new web browser boss according to a recent TechRepublic poll. The question now is why?
Posted by Mark Kaelin | June 5, 2013, 1:26 PM PDT | Latest comment by remmeler
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Quick Tip: Disable the Sticky and Filter Keys in Windows
While accessibility features are terrific for those who need them, they can be annoyance for those who don't.
Posted by Mark Kaelin | May 21, 2012, 12:58 AM PDT | Latest comment by tuanmohdamrultuansoh
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Move your Hotmail.com account to an Outlook.com account
Greg Shultz shows you how to move from Hotmail.com to Outlook.com now instead of waiting for Microsoft to do it for you later.
Posted by Greg Shultz | April 2, 2013, 11:03 AM PDT | Latest comment by NickNielsen
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Revive the F8 method of booting Windows 8 into Safe Mode
It is possible to reconfigure the Windows 8 boot process to allow you to use the F8 key to access the Advanced Boot Options menu of old.
Posted by Greg Shultz | May 2, 2013, 1:21 PM PDT | Latest comment by rcpendle
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It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: June 2013
Deb Shinder gathers the information you need to make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's June 2013 patches in your organization.
Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | June 11, 2013, 1:19 PM PDT | Latest comment by nospmas1939@...
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Switching to Office 365: 10 hazards to look out for
Migrating to Office 365 requires overcoming some bumps in the road.
Posted by Brien Posey | May 31, 2013, 11:20 AM PDT | Latest comment by PeterM42
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Make Windows 8 boot straight to the desktop
Greg Shultz walks you through the steps required to make Windows 8 boot straight to the desktop using a scheduled task.
Posted by Greg Shultz | December 5, 2012, 10:06 AM PST | Latest comment by aidemzo_adanac
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Quick Tip: Flip text for a mirror image in Word
Use these simple techniques to get a mirror image of text in Microsoft Word.
Posted by Susan Harkins | May 20, 2013, 11:12 AM PDT | Latest comment by naberps
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Poll Revisited: Given a fresh choice, which Web browser would you choose?
Which web browser do you use most often? Does your business have an official supported web browser?
Posted by Mark Kaelin | May 23, 2013, 12:01 AM PDT | Latest comment by andrew232006
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Reset your password in Windows 8
To reset a password in Microsoft Windows 8 you have to use the online version of the Reset your password tool.
Posted by Greg Shultz | May 9, 2013, 12:35 PM PDT | Latest comment by Peuiry
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Build dynamic charts in Excel
Users will appreciate an Excel chart that updates right before their eyes.
Posted by Susan Harkins | May 28, 2013, 1:22 AM PDT | Latest comment by GraemeLeggett
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Use EDATE() and relative addressing to create a quick date matrix in Excel
With a little planning, you can create an easy-to-implement date matrix in Microsoft Excel.
Posted by Susan Harkins | May 28, 2013, 12:26 AM PDT | Latest comment by jshewsbury@...
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The first nine things I do to default settings in Word 2013
Some of the default settings in Word 2013 just don't work for him, so before he does anything else Mark Kaelin changes them.
Posted by Mark Kaelin | December 6, 2012, 12:22 PM PST | Latest comment by nuwan-d2d92
