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SolutionBase: Get a handle on GNOME settings with Gconf-edit
May 2007
Managing and making desktop settings in a large organization consistent can be difficult. Jack Wallen shows you how you can use Gconf to tweak settings in GNOME that allow you to enforce rules and...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Set up regular automated backups with Windows Home Server
May 2007
Microsoft Windows Home Server, currently in Community Technology Preview, is designed as a way to integrate server based computing into the home environment. Whether it be digital photos, music,...
Provided by Josh Hoskins
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How do I... Use pre-built style features to format Excel 2007?
Jun 2007
Information presented in a spreadsheet can be more than a little bland. With some basic formatting techniques, however, the information you are trying to convey can be communicated much more...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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How do I... Secure Microsoft Windows XP Professional?
Jul 2007
Many organizations, both large and small, are opting to keep with the tried and true Microsoft Windows XP Professional they have been using for the past several years. However, securing Microsoft...
Provided by Scott Lowe
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How do I... Add image thumbnails to Microsoft Windows Explorer?
Aug 2007
When you are dealing with a folder in Microsoft Windows containing numerous images, it is often very helpful to see thumbnail representations of those images in the Windows Explorer display. This...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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How do I... Add and customize sidebar gadgets in Microsoft Windows Vista?
Sep 2007
Microsoft added sidebar gadgets to the Windows Vista interface with the intention it would enhance the overall user experience. However, the gadgets that actually ship with Vista do not exactly...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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The 22" dual-core all-in-one game PC for $765
Oct 2007
What started out as a roughly improvised poor-man's all-in-one PC hanging off the back of an LCD display has turned into two detailed schematics that George Ou has painstakingly drafted with the...
Provided by George Ou
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The Best of TechRepublic 2007
Oct 2007
This is a collection of some of the most popular downloads on TechRepublic. With one shot, you can receive over 400 files with popular content from TechRepublic that has been published since...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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SolutionSeries: Linux on the desktop (Shattering Microsoft's hold on your PCs)
Nov 2007
Where do you turn if you want to break free from running Microsoft Windows, want a viable alternative OS, and don't want to be locked into a particular hardware vendor? For many, the solution has...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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The 10 worst geek gift ideas for the holidays
Dec 2007
Sometimes, it's not so obvious that something will make a horrible holiday gift (or just a grudgingly accepted one). That's why we're here to clear the air for you. Here's a list of 10...
Provided by TechRepublic
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The $6200 HP Blackbird 02 and the case it rode in on
Feb 2008
The Blackbird 02 from Hewlett-Packard is designed from the ground up to be the ultimate gaming machine for the ultimate personal computer gamer. Combining both style and function, the Blackbird 02...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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10 common mistakes you should avoid when flashing your BIOS
May 2008
The BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) is critical to the proper operation of your computer. It is the first code that is executed at start-up and defines the way your motherboard will communicate...
Provided by Alan Norton
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The 10 most annoying programs on the Internet
May 2008
Let's face it: Some software is just plain aggravating. It's almost as if it were created for the sole purpose of driving us crazy. ZDNet.co.uk's Rupert Goodwins offers this selection of 10...
Provided by TechRepublic
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How do I... Connect an Apple iPod to an Ubuntu Linux PC?
Jun 2008
It is indeed possible to connect an Apple iPod MP3 player to a personal computer running Ubuntu Linux. Jack Wallen shows you what open source software application you need and how to set it up....
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Podcast: Fujitsu thinks solid-state drive benefits are more hype than reality (for now)
Jun 2008
Solid-state drives are all the rage, but are they worth the significant premium (sometimes $1,000) over machines with convention drives? Current solid-state drives use either NAND Flash memory or...
Provided by Bill Detwiler
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How do I... Replace my Apple iPod firmware with Rockbox?
Jun 2008
While the firmware that Apple supplied with your iPod is adequate, it has a certain limitations. By replacing the standard iPod firmware with software from Rockbox, you can add flexibility to your...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Send mail with eSMTP for a simple, single-user system
Jul 2008
Programs like Sendmail or Postfix work great for multi-user systems or servers, but this setup may be more complex than you need for a single-user desktop system. Vincent Danen introduces you to...
Provided by Vincent Danen
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Get better system information from the Help and Support Center
Jul 2008
Microsoft Windows XP's alternate System Information tool is your one-stop center for information about your system hardware and software. Greg Shultz explains how to navigate to this useful system...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Podcast: Bomgar believes appliance-based remote control beats software or SaaS solutions hands down
Jul 2008
During this podcast, Bill Detwiler speaks with Joel Bomgar about his company's appliance-based remote support solution--the Bomgar Box. Bomgar explains the advantages (easier deployment, better...
Provided by Bill Detwiler
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Make the Move To Folder and Copy To Folder commands easily accessible
Jul 2008
Two of the handiest file management tools in Windows Vista are the Copy To Folder and Move To Folder commands, which allow you to copy and move files or folders anywhere you want simply by...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's December 2011 patches
Dec 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's December 2011 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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Install extra packages on the ASUS Eee PC
Aug 2008
Installing extra packages on the Asus Eee PC is possible if you want more software than the average user. Vincent Danen explains how to set up Xandros repositories to make it easier to add packages.
Provided by Vincent Danen
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Improve performance and productivity with these Vista tricks
Aug 2008
Microsoft Windows Vista is a very capable operating system, but sometimes the best way to get the most out of it is with a trick or tweak. In this edition of the Windows Vista Report, Greg Shultz...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Geek Gifts 2008: The 2GoPC ultra-portable Classmate netbook
Sep 2008
The 2GoPC from Computer Technology Link (CTL) is a ruggedized ultra-portable computer designed to be carried around and used on the go. TechRepublic Senior Editor Mark Kaelin files this review for...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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How do I... Extend laptop battery life in Windows Vista?
Oct 2008
Parallel to the importance of having a laptop is having a laptop with a battery that will last you long enough to get your work done. If you have Microsoft Windows Vista running your machine you...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Troubleshoot Vista system drivers more efficiently with these tools
Oct 2008
While in the last year many of the most common driver problems have been solved, you may still incur strange or erratic problems related to drivers in Microsoft Windows Vista. To make the task of...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Block IP addresses with Peer Guardian 2?
Oct 2008
Network security doesn't end with the installation of a firewall or any automated security package. There are times when you'll need to block certain ranges of IP addresses (or known hosts) based...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Geek Gifts 2008: The 2nd generation Apple iPod Touch
Oct 2008
The Apple iPod Touch is more than just a media player. With built-in GPS and WiFi capability this media player can keep you connected to your social network. And with the additional benefit of...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Use Maple to manage and retrieve vital documents
Oct 2008
Using a series of documents and folders to store all your information is a pretty logical way of doing things, especially when used in combination with Vista's Search tool and Saved searches...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Track down your uptime in Windows Vista
Nov 2008
In Windows XP, you could very easily find the exact uptime measured in days, hours, minutes, and seconds by using the command line version of Windows XP's System Information. Unfortunately,...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Create virtual multiple desktops in Windows?
Nov 2008
Microsoft Windows does not have the inherent ability to take advantage of multiple desktops. But, thanks to Sysinternals and the utility Desktops, Vista can enjoy a Linux-like multiple desktop...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Geek Gifts 2008: The Acer Aspire One netbook
Nov 2008
2008 is the year of the netbook ultraportable computer. These small computer devices have become all the rage with consumers. But off all of the netbooks TechRepublic has looked at so far, the...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Geek Gifts 2008: Flip Mino
Nov 2008
Pure Digital Technologies latest entrant into the world of pocket-sized camcorders, the Flip Mino, is light, easy to use and a seemingly perfect gift from geeks to grandmas. If you're looking for...
Provided by Mandy Wolf Detwiler
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How do I... Configure OpenDNS in Windows Vista?
Nov 2008
DNS entries are often the primary suspect on a slow network connection. From routers to individual machines, DNS entries are typically received via DHCP and, if you're mobile with your laptop, you...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Increase Vista performance by trimming startup programs
Nov 2008
If you're currently running Microsoft Windows Vista on a system with only 1GB of RAM you know that the system can, at times, be frustratingly slow -- especially when you are running extremely...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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TechRepublic's Geek Gift Guide 2008
Nov 2008
Even when economic times are tough, technology geeks love to give and receive gadgets. And despite budget constraints, geeks still want the best gadgets. TechRepublic has brought together reviews...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Copy desktop themes to other Windows XP computers
Nov 2008
Familiar desktop themes are can be a great comfort to Windows XP users. You can copy a unique or particularly creative desktop theme to another computer just by copying the right files. Greg...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Take back control of Vista's default programs and the Open With list
Nov 2008
Ever had one application establish itself as the default for a certain file type against your wishes? In Microsoft Windows Vista, with some specialized knowledge and some tweaking, you can regain...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Secure your computer after a Windows install or reinstall
Nov 2008
Microsoft recommends that you connect to the Internet to get the important security updates and service packs after a fresh install. But the catch-22 is that your computer is more vulnerable until...
Provided by Alan Norton
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Stop unfairly comparing Vista to its predecessor and its successor
Dec 2008
Microsoft Windows Vista is the current operating system everyone loves to hate. The argument against Vista is that Windows XP is better or that Windows 7 will be better. In this Windows Vista...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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The 10 most annoying programs on the Internet
May 2008
Let's face it: Some software is just plain aggravating. It's almost as if it were created for the sole purpose of driving us crazy. ZDNet.co.uk's Rupert Goodwins offers this selection of 10...
Provided by TechRepublic
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10 common mistakes you should avoid when flashing your BIOS
May 2008
The BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) is critical to the proper operation of your computer. It is the first code that is executed at start-up and defines the way your motherboard will communicate...
Provided by Alan Norton
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How to secure your Windows computer and protect your privacy with free software
Oct 2008
This guide from Howard Fosdick explains many of the threats to your security and privacy you may encounter when you use Microsoft Windows. It describes these concerns in simple, non-technical...
Provided by Howard Fosdick
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10 things you can do with unwanted computer equipment
Feb 2008
If it can be used, use it. If it can't, get rid of it. That's what veteran tech Jeff Dray advises when it comes to your stockpile of obsolete equipment. Here are his suggestions for dealing with...
Provided by Jeff Dray
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The $6200 HP Blackbird 02 and the case it rode in on
Feb 2008
The Blackbird 02 from Hewlett-Packard is designed from the ground up to be the ultimate gaming machine for the ultimate personal computer gamer. Combining both style and function, the Blackbird 02...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Build a polycarbonate all-in-one 22-inch LCD PC
Jan 2008
The last time George Ou built a wooden all-in-one 19-inch LCD PC, his family wanted it in their kitchen and his mother wanted it in hers. So to keep everyone happy, he built his mother another one...
Provided by George Ou
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How do I... Build and configure an external hard drive enclosure?
Jan 2008
Do you have an old hard drive, which still works, lying around and gathering dust that you'd like to put to good use? If you answered yes, then chances are good that you've thought about using...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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The 10 worst geek gift ideas for the holidays
Dec 2007
Sometimes, it's not so obvious that something will make a horrible holiday gift (or just a grudgingly accepted one). That's why we're here to clear the air for you. Here's a list of 10...
Provided by TechRepublic
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SolutionSeries: Linux on the desktop (Shattering Microsoft's hold on your PCs)
Nov 2007
Where do you turn if you want to break free from running Microsoft Windows, want a viable alternative OS, and don't want to be locked into a particular hardware vendor? For many, the solution has...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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The Best of TechRepublic 2007
Oct 2007
This is a collection of some of the most popular downloads on TechRepublic. With one shot, you can receive over 400 files with popular content from TechRepublic that has been published since...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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The 22" dual-core all-in-one game PC for $765
Oct 2007
What started out as a roughly improvised poor-man's all-in-one PC hanging off the back of an LCD display has turned into two detailed schematics that George Ou has painstakingly drafted with the...
Provided by George Ou
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How do I... Add and customize sidebar gadgets in Microsoft Windows Vista?
Sep 2007
Microsoft added sidebar gadgets to the Windows Vista interface with the intention it would enhance the overall user experience. However, the gadgets that actually ship with Vista do not exactly...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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10 things you should have already done to secure your laptop
Sep 2007
Protecting a laptop from theft is really a two tier process. Not only do you want to protect the physical taking of a laptop, you also want to protect the data on the laptop if it is actually...
Provided by Scott Lowe
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10 pieces of hardware you should replace rather than repair
Aug 2007
Any time a computer component stops working or becomes unstable, you have to decide whether to replace it, have it repaired, or just get by as is with perhaps a temporary fix. Repair or just...
Provided by Kris Littlejohn
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Best storage strategies for the multimedia PC
Aug 2007
The modern PC has become the storage and entertainment hub of the home for many consumers, and some people are gobbling up terabytes of data per year storing their DVD library, downloads, and TV...
Provided by George Ou
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How do I... Add image thumbnails to Microsoft Windows Explorer?
Aug 2007
When you are dealing with a folder in Microsoft Windows containing numerous images, it is often very helpful to see thumbnail representations of those images in the Windows Explorer display. This...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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PC Troubleshooter Resource Guide, Fifth Edition
Aug 2007
Keep your PC systems in top running order. Maintain the skills and knowledge necessary to diagnose and solve laptop and PC challenges. Ensure you have the solutions you need to troubleshoot power...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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10 things you can do to increase performance in Vista
Aug 2007
Windows Vista has some great new security and functionality features, as well as a host of graphical tricks. But all this comes with overhead that may lead to a performance hit on anything less...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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How do I... Secure Microsoft Windows XP Professional?
Jul 2007
Many organizations, both large and small, are opting to keep with the tried and true Microsoft Windows XP Professional they have been using for the past several years. However, securing Microsoft...
Provided by Scott Lowe
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How to fully degunk a PC to get rid of crapware
Jun 2007
Crapware slows your PC to a crawl, often causes instability and crashes, eats up valuable screen real estate, and may even border on malware. Yet it inevitably finds its way onto your computer --...
Provided by George Ou
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How do I... Use pre-built style features to format Excel 2007?
Jun 2007
Information presented in a spreadsheet can be more than a little bland. With some basic formatting techniques, however, the information you are trying to convey can be communicated much more...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Configure Microsoft Windows Home Server to allow remote access
May 2007
With some minimal setup and configuration, Microsoft Windows Home Server will allow you to access your entire home network remotely. This is not just limited to remote desktop access to your PCs,...
Provided by Josh Hoskins
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Windows Vista services that can be disabled
May 2007
One of the most effective ways to secure a Windows workstation is to turn off unnecessary services. This reference sheet lists the Windows Vista services, describes each one's function, specifies...
Provided by Scott Lowe
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Set up regular automated backups with Windows Home Server
May 2007
Microsoft Windows Home Server, currently in Community Technology Preview, is designed as a way to integrate server based computing into the home environment. Whether it be digital photos, music,...
Provided by Josh Hoskins
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SolutionBase: Get a handle on GNOME settings with Gconf-edit
May 2007
Managing and making desktop settings in a large organization consistent can be difficult. Jack Wallen shows you how you can use Gconf to tweak settings in GNOME that allow you to enforce rules and...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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SolutionBase: How pipelining and multiple cores help speed CPUs
May 2007
Caching is one mechanism used for increasing a chip's performance without increasing its clock speed. Here are some other things that Intel and AMD are doing to boost CPU performance.
Provided by Brien Posey
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Gather detailed system information with Belarc Advisor
Apr 2007
If you've ever been tasked with gathering information about a computer for an inventory, before a hardware upgrade, or just to find out if all the most recent hotfixes have been installed, then...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Archive Outlook e-mail without a PST file?
Apr 2007
Organizations and employees, of course, are increasingly dependent upon e-mail. From correspondence with customers and clients to strategic communications with colleagues, vendors, suppliers and...
Provided by Erik Eckel
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SolutionBase: Supercharge the command line with Windows PowerShell 1.0
Apr 2007
The DOS prompt has been around for a long time. Microsoft has finally gotten around to updating it for the 21st century. Here's what you'll find in the Windows PowerShell.
Provided by Luke Swagger
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Customize Linux with these 10 boot prompt options
Apr 2007
One of the reasons Linux-based systems are so popular is their configurability -- almost every aspect of the operating system's behavior can be customized. Ten of the most useful Linux prompt...
Provided by Melonfire
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Add Vista-like search capabilities to Windows XP
Mar 2007
Sure, Vista has Instant Search. But Windows XP supports Windows Desktop Search, which provides similar capabilities. Deb Shinder offers this detailed look at how to obtain and install this free...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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Build a great PC on a budget with these parts and procedures
Feb 2007
A Vista-capable system with quality components at a reasonable price can be yours--if you're willing to build it. George Ou explains the parts you'll need and provides illustrated instructions to...
Provided by George Ou
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100 things you should know about Windows Vista
Jan 2007
Don't have time to sit down and read an exhaustive description of Windows Vista's most significant new features? Take a spin through this collection of "10 things" lists, which provide a concise...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Use this registry file to enable S3 sleep mode in Windows XP
Nov 2006
Windows XP includes a registry key that prevents PCs from dropping down to S3 sleep mode when USB KB/Mouse devices are detected. Microsoft implemented this setting by default because some hardware...
Provided by George Ou
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Debrief and Defend: Windows XP Home v. XP Professional
Oct 2006
Microsoft's popular Windows XP operating system simplifies computing, improves performance and stability, and delivers powerful tools and utilities. However, Windows XP's several editions -...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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How Do I... Connect Microsoft Windows systems to a Macintosh network?
Aug 2006
In the integrated world of information technology, personal computers running Microsoft Windows have to be connected to PCs running Mac OS X, even if it is a Macintosh network. In a previous...
Provided by Erik Eckel
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How do I... Add Macs To A Windows Workgroup?
Aug 2006
It is a reality that enterprise networks will include various machines using various operating systems. For system administers, keeping all of the network components connected and working together...
Provided by Erik Eckel
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10 things you should know about launching an IT consultancy
Jul 2006
There's no shortage of books on how to start your own business--and some of them are excellent resources. But if you're preparing to launch an IT consultancy, you need more than general business...
Provided by Erik Eckel
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10 obscure Word tricks that can expedite common chores
Jul 2006
Buried within Word are lots of cool tricks that not too many users have discovered. These are small things--shortcuts that, in some cases, may not look much more efficient than pulling down a menu...
Provided by Jody Gilbert
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Maintain Optimal PC Performance
Jun 2006
This pre-packaged presentation contains everything you need to instruct end users about PC maintenance issues--even if you don't consider yourself a public speaker. It includes a PowerPoint...
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How do I... Use the Windows XP Installer CleanUp Utility to remove apps?
Jan 2009
If you are having trouble uninstalling an application using Windows XP, the Windows Installer CleanUp Utility may be able to help. Greg Shultz shows you how it works. This download is also...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Explore the Problem Steps Recorder in Windows 7
Jan 2009
The Problem Steps Recorder will record each and every step a user takes and document the entire operation in both screen captures and step-by-step details. This new Microsoft Windows 7 tool will...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Remap my keyboard with KeyTweak?
Feb 2009
For the power user nothing equals efficiency like having your keyboard keys mapped in just the right way for your particular needs. Jack Wallen explains how to use KeyTweak to map the keys on your...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Get rid of old device drivers hidden in Vista
Feb 2009
Over time unused, but still installed, drivers can cause problems if they inadvertently become enabled. When you're troubleshooting a problem in Microsoft Vista that you suspect is related to a...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Use ReNamer to batch rename files?
Feb 2009
Batch file renaming is not a task anyone should have to undertake manually. It is time consuming and a mistake can be costly (especially when dealing with production files). Jack Wallen shows you...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Tools to monitor memory usage in Windows 7
Feb 2009
With Windows 7, there are some slight, but notable, changes in the way that memory usage is reported on the Performance tab of the Task Manager. In this issue of the Windows Vista and Windows 7...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Use ArsClip to enhance the Windows clipboard?
Feb 2009
ArsClip monitors the Windows (98, Me, 2000, XP, and Vista) clipboard and keeps track of the last 15 levels (the default amount) of copied text entries. Jack Wallen shows you how to use ArsClip to...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Use Bootsect to extract Vista or Windows 7 from a dual-boot configuration
Feb 2009
You can use the Bootsect command to remove the Windows Boot Manager and its Boot Configuration Data system from the boot partition of a hard drive and replace it with Windows XP's NTLDR boot...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Best of TechRepublic 2008
Apr 2009
This collection of over 200 downloads includes some of the most popular and highest-rated content from TechRepublic in 2008. Get our experts' best tweaks, tips, and advice in one package, covering...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Get Windows XP's Backup utility to use recordable optical media
Mar 2009
Greg Shultz shows you a workaround that will allow you to indirectly make Windows XP's Backup utility use recordable optical media as a backup destination. Be sure to notice that the author points...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Automate Vista's Clip command line utility
Mar 2009
Microsoft Windows Vista includes a nifty little command line utility called Clip.exe that that is designed to redirect or pipe the output generated by a command line utility to the Windows...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Remove unwanted files with Ccleaner in one click?
Mar 2009
Combining the features of Ccleaner with Click & Clean gives you the power to remove unwanted and unnecessary files from a Microsoft Windows PC in one click. Jack Wallen shows you how to set it...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Microsoft cries uncle when it comes to bundled Windows 7 features
Mar 2009
With the recent Release Candidate for Windows 7, Microsoft has finally given us more control over what Windows features we can turn off. They have also completely removed some features from the...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Create an installation flash drive for Windows 7?
Mar 2009
Installing any Windows operating system from a flash drive does not require third-party tools. Steven Warren shows you a no nonsense approach to creating a flash key drive that you can use to...
Provided by Steven Warren
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Return Windows Search results within a date range with advanced feature
Mar 2009
To search for files that you created within a date range in Microsoft Windows Vista, you have to turn to the Advanced Query Syntax used by Windows Search. In this issue of the Microsoft Windows...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Some big changes are coming for Windows Explorer in Windows 7
Mar 2009
The Microsoft Windows 7 team has spent a great deal of time and effort on honing the user interface in Windows Explorer. In this issue of the Microsoft Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Recover lost data with DiskDigger?
Mar 2009
Whether it was from accidental deletion or a reformat of a drive, we have all lost data files. DiskDigger searches storage media (SD, CF, USB, hard drives, etc) for traces of lost files using...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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How do I... Benchmark USB drives with CheckFlash?
Mar 2009
CheckFlash is an easy to use USB flash drive benchmarking tool that can handle a few important tasks for those administrators who have a need to know their devices are up to the task. In this...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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How do I... Use System Restore in Windows Vista?
Apr 2009
The Windows Vista System Restore applet is actually much easier to use than it was in Windows XP. Mark Kaelin shows you how to use it to create a restoration point and then return to that point...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Take a closer look at Windows 7's Jump List feature
Apr 2009
Jump Lists are a new feature in Microsoft Windows 7 that are designed to make it easier to find what you want and perform common operations associated with an application. In this edition of the...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Reign in the unbound storage appetite of Vista System Restore
Apr 2009
If System Restore is not configured properly in Microsoft Windows Vista, your system's hard drive could fill up with restoration points you will never need. In this week's Windows Vista and...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Take control of my Windows Desktop with WinSplit Revolution?
Apr 2009
If you are using a monitor capable of high resolutions, and you frequently work with many open windows, you know getting those windows just in the right position can be a time-consuming job. That...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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How do I... Use Tag2Find for better Windows searches?
Apr 2009
You know how difficult it can be some times to locate that one specific file on your Microsoft Windows PC. An application like Tag2Find enables you to tag files with a system similar to the...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Is Microsoft shooting its other foot with Windows 7 on netbooks?
Apr 2009
With the release of Microsoft Windows 7 set to occur in 2009, it leads one to contemplate the possibility of Windows 7 as a netbook operating system. In this week's Windows Vista and Windows 7...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Scan, cure, and optimize Windows with RegCure?
Apr 2009
Windows users know how critical it is to keep the registry clear of obsolete, missing, and/or corrupt entries. Most users (and/or administrators) do not have the time or the skills to search...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Save energy with a good Power Plan for a Vista notebook
Apr 2009
Because Microsoft Windows Vista allows computer and peripheral manufacturers to add proprietary power plans and settings to the Power Options tool, you can really tweak Vista's power plans based...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Get ready for Windows 7 RC with this FAQ
May 2009
The release candidate version of Windows 7 has been released by Microsoft indicating that the full retail release is imminent. In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Backup e-mail clients and Web browsers with new tool
May 2009
MailBrowserBackup is an elegant, simple, and reliable open source application designed specifically to meet your mail client and Web browser back up needs. This download is also available as an...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Repair your corrupted Windows registry file the easy way
May 2009
Any long time Windows user knows that a single corrupt registry entry can kill an entire Windows installation. And, if you do not have the skills to manually edit your Windows registry, having an...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Secure your USB drives with BitLocker To Go for Windows 7
May 2009
With the huge increase in the use of very small, large capacity, USB drives, the potential for sensitive data to be lost or stolen has really become more of a problem. In this edition of the...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Block access to Web sites with ProCon Latte?
May 2009
There are times when you need to be able to block access to certain Web sites. There are plenty of applications out there that will allow you to control browsing via white lists. But none of them...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Customize the [Windows]+E key shortcut to open what you want
May 2009
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use AutoHotkey in Vista to re-route the [Windows]+E so that Windows Explorer opens a folder of your choice....
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Monitor Web sites and their changes with Wysigot?
May 2009
Wysigot is an application that will capture the content (including scripts, flash, and cookies) of the sites you follow and alert you when something changes. Jack Wallen explains how it works....
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Microsoft bows to feedback and brings back real file backup in Windows 7
May 2009
In Windows 7, Microsoft has retooled the backup utility and bought back the ability to choose exactly which files and folders that you want to backup. In this edition of the Windows Vista and...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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PC Hardware Troubleshooting Pack
May 2009
Get TechRepublic's popular PC Troubleshooting Hardware Resource Guide, which includes a handy quick reference chart covering common PC hardware troubleshooting issues. This guide will quickly get...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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How do I... Use RichCopy for high powered file copy and transfers?
Jun 2009
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. This download is also available as an...
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How do I... Hunt down hard disk resource hogs?
Jun 2009
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....
Provided by Brien Posey
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Restore a lost feature and install XP's Backup Utility into Windows Vista
Jun 2009
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...
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How do I... Use secure copy for file encryption in Windows?
Oct 2008
The secure copy command allows the user to securely copy files from a local machine to a remote machine with encryption. One of the easiest methods of achieving this feat is with WinSCP. Jack...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Change Stacked Window behavior in the Windows 7 Taskbar
Mar 2011
The Windows 7 Taskbar is great feature, but you may want to tweak one of its default behaviors with this registry edit.
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
