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Guide to Microsoft software versions (4th edition)
Apr 2012
Scott Lowe updated his downloadable Excel table that lists numerous versions of Windows, SQL Server, Exchange, System Center Configuration Manager, System Center Data Protection Manager, and...
Provided by Scott Lowe
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Clean up the Open With List in Windows Explorer
Mar 2011
Sometimes your Windows Explorer Open With list can get cluttered with applications that don't match the file they are associated with - Mark Kaelin shows you how to fix that.
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Make the Windows Key a good habit in Windows 7
Jan 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz tells you about his favorite Windows Key shortcuts and shows you how to make them habit forming. This download is also available as an...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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10 Windows 7 power tweaks
Aug 2010
This handy roundup offers Windows 7 tips on everything from disabling Snap to restoring the Quick Launch Bar to limiting the applications your users can run.Links to each of the articles in this...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Quick Tip: Speed up menus in Windows 7
Feb 2011
If you are still trying to squeeze more speed and performance out of Windows 7, here is a tip that will accelerate the display of menu items.
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Tools & Templates
The TaskList Gadget
Feb 2010
The TaskList utility provides details on the services and DLL modules related to running processes. Now, there's a Vista/Windows 7 gadget that does the job without the command-line headaches.For...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I allow Windows 7 users to run only specific applications?
Jul 2010
Jack Wallen walks you through the process of enabling users to only execute specific applications using the built-in Group Policy Editor of Windows 7.
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Make the Choice command work for you even in Windows 7
Oct 2010
You can use the batch file command Choice to make your batch files interactive. Greg Shultz shows how it can come in handy even in Windows 7 with an example batch file that automates the IP...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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100 keyboard shortcuts for moving faster in Windows 7
Oct 2009
You don't have to experiment to find out which traditional shortcuts still work in Windows 7 -- or search for ones that have been added to the new OS. Just refer to this quick reference to speed...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Tools & Templates
The Route Gadget
Oct 2009
This handy gadget offers the diagnostic benefits of the Route command without the command-line hassles. Visit our Microsoft Windows blog for more Windows information and resources.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's October 2011 patches
Oct 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's October 2011 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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Tools & Templates
The Netstat Gadget
Nov 2009
The Netstat utility can help solve vexing connectivity issues - but its command-line interface isn't for everyone. This free Vista / Windows 7 gadget makes the tool much easier to use. Visit our...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Tools & Templates
The PathPing Gadget
Oct 2009
This free Vista/Windows 7 gadget automates the powerful PathPing utility, making it easier for you to isolate the cause of network problems.Visit our Microsoft Windows blog for more Windows...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Tools & Templates
The ARP Gadget
Nov 2009
Windows offers a command-line utility that lets you examine or modify the ARP cache. To make the tool easier to use, Greg Shultz has 'gadgetized' it for Vista and Windows 7. Visit our Microsoft...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Take charge of Windows 7 with these 10 power tips
Mar 2011
You can get a lot more mileage out of Windows 7 if you perform a few tweaks and tap into some timesaving tricks. Here's a collection of several popular Windows 7 Quick Tips.
Provided by TechRepublic.com
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The complete list of Windows 7 Logo key shortcuts
Sep 2011
The Windows 7 Logo key anchors a set of powerful and efficient keyboard shortcuts. This cheat sheet lists all the shortcuts and explains what they do.This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by Mark Kaelin
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Windows 7 Professional feature to feature comparison chart
Oct 2009
As one might expect from the newest version of the venerable operating system, Microsoft Windows 7 compares favorably with Windows Vista and Windows XP when it comes to numerous features. Windows...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Make the right decision when applying Microsoft's July 2011 patches
Jul 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision when applying Microsoft's July 2011 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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Make the right decision with Microsoft Patch Tuesday June 2011 patches
Jun 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's June 2011 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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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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500 Things Every IT Support Pro Needs to Know: Volume 2
Feb 2012
IT support professionals deal with a host of challenges on a daily basis, from optimizing server performance to backing up and securing critical data to resolving end user problems. TechRepublic's...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Rediscover the Flip3D experience in Windows 7
Apr 2011
Windows Vista had a fairly popular feature called Flip3D that is mysteriously missing from Windows 7. Mark Kaelin shows you how to get it back with a mere desktop shortcut.
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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How do I create and configure a network with Windows 7 HomeGroup?
Dec 2009
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz investigates the HomeGroup feature of Windows 7 and shows you how to create, configure, and take advantage of it in your home...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Tools & Templates
Windows 7 installation flowchart
Oct 2009
A successful Windows 7 migration begins with careful planning and decision making. Rick Vanover built a flowchart to guide you through each step.For more information on Windows 7 migration and...
Provided by Rick Vanover
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10 things you should know about DirectAccess
Feb 2010
DirectAccess is promising to take remote access to a new level. Here's a look at what it offers and how it works.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Deb Shinder
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Make the right deploy decision about applying Microsoft's September 2011 patches
Sep 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's September 2011 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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Will 2011 be the year of the Windows 7 Tablet PC?
Dec 2010
For the last edition of the Windows Desktop Report for 2010, Greg Shultz did a little poking around on the Internet to see what I could learn about the new, as well as existing, Windows 7 Tablet...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Unlock missing screen saver configuration settings in Windows 7
Apr 2010
In Windows 7, there are no settings that you can configure to customize the display of the Bubbles, Ribbons, or Mystify screen savers. In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report,...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Tools & Templates
The XCopy Tool
Dec 2009
The XCopy command has risen from the ashes of deprecation to save you time and make your file management tasks easier. This tool automates the process for XP, Vista, and Windows 7.Visit our...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Convert Windows XP into a Windows 7 Virtual Machine with Disk2vhd
Sep 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use Disk2vhd, which is a free tool, to move your Windows XP installation into Windows 7 and then run it with Windows...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Make the right decision when applying Microsoft's August 2011 patches
Aug 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's August 2011 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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Use Windows 7 Event Viewer to track down issues that cause slower boot times
Oct 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use some of the new features in Windows 7's Event Viewer to investigate boot time and track down issues that can cause a...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How to install Windows Server 2008 R2 with Hyper-V and Windows 7 on the same partition
Sep 2010
Blogger Colin Smith explains how to install Windows Server 2008 R2 with Hyper-V and Windows 7 on the same disk partition by booting from a VHD that contains the entire WS2K8R2 OS within a single,...
Provided by Colin Smith
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Discover the hidden gems found in the Windows 7 calculator
Mar 2010
Check out some of the new features found hidden in the menu tree of the Microsoft Windows 7 calculator applet, you may be surprised. This download is also available as a TechRepublic blog post...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Top 10 Windows 7 desktop gadgets
Jun 2010
Windows 7 gadgets offer added functionality and convenience in a variety of ways. Here are a few you may want to add to your desktop.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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Learn how the Windows 7 Multiple Local Group Policy feature works
May 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz explains how Multiple Local Group Policy works in Windows 7.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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10 reasons why Windows 7's XP Mode is a big deal
Aug 2009
Windows 7 features a new twist: XP Mode, which lets you run your Windows XP apps without compatibility issues. Brien Posey explains why XP Mode is significant and outlines its benefits.This...
Provided by Brien Posey
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Take advantage of the Problem Steps Recorder in Windows 7
Apr 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how the Windows 7's Problem Steps Recorder works and how it can help you troubleshoot.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Quick Tip: Kill rogue processes with taskkill in Microsoft Windows
Jan 2011
Use taskkill to stop a rogue system process in Microsoft Windows 7 when the Task Manager is just not powerful enough. This download is also available as an entry in the TechRepublic Microsoft...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Drill down on the best search results in Windows Explorer by using filters
Mar 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use and take advantage of the Search filters built into the Windows 7 Explorer Search Box.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's May 2012 patches
May 2012
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's May 2012 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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Guide to Microsoft software versions (4th edition)
Apr 2012
Scott Lowe updated his downloadable Excel table that lists numerous versions of Windows, SQL Server, Exchange, System Center Configuration Manager, System Center Data Protection Manager, and...
Provided by Scott Lowe
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Make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's April 2012 patches
Apr 2012
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's April 2012 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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Windows 8: Pre-Release Primer
Mar 2012
Windows 8 represents a seismic shift in Microsoft's flagship operating system--an event the IT world hasn't seen since Windows 95. Microsoft designed Windows 8 to run equally well on tablets and...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's March 2012 patches
Mar 2012
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's March 2012 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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AccessNow HTML5 RDP - Browser access to Windows apps and desktops
Mar 2012
With the growing diversity of end-user devices, the accelerating BYOD trend and the need to reduce IT overhead, organizations need to empower users with secure, browser-based access to Windows...
Provided by Ericom Software
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500 Things Every IT Support Pro Needs to Know: Volume 2
Feb 2012
IT support professionals deal with a host of challenges on a daily basis, from optimizing server performance to backing up and securing critical data to resolving end user problems. TechRepublic's...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's February 2012 patches
Feb 2012
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's February 2012 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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Make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's January 2012 patches
Jan 2012
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's January 2012 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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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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Make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's November 2011 patches
Nov 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's November 2011 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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Make the Choice command work for you even in Windows 7
Oct 2010
You can use the batch file command Choice to make your batch files interactive. Greg Shultz shows how it can come in handy even in Windows 7 with an example batch file that automates the IP...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's October 2011 patches
Oct 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's October 2011 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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Make the right deploy decision about applying Microsoft's September 2011 patches
Sep 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's September 2011 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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The complete list of Windows 7 Logo key shortcuts
Sep 2011
The Windows 7 Logo key anchors a set of powerful and efficient keyboard shortcuts. This cheat sheet lists all the shortcuts and explains what they do.This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by Mark Kaelin
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Make the right decision when applying Microsoft's August 2011 patches
Aug 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's August 2011 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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Make the right decision when applying Microsoft's July 2011 patches
Jul 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision when applying Microsoft's July 2011 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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Make the right decision with Microsoft Patch Tuesday June 2011 patches
Jun 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's June 2011 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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500 Things Every IT Support Pro Needs to Know: Volume 1
May 2011
From troubleshooting application errors and managing your company's network to handling remote users and securing your data, IT support professionals face a wide variety of challenges. And...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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May 2011: Microsoft Patch Tuesday
May 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's May 2011 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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Allow more Recent Items on the Windows Start Menu with a Registry tweak
May 2011
For some reason, Windows 7 does not have a built-in way to adjust the number of Recent Items listed on the Start Menu. Mark Kaelin shows you how to do it yourself with a registry tweak.
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Learn how the Windows 7 Multiple Local Group Policy feature works
May 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz explains how Multiple Local Group Policy works in Windows 7.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Take advantage of the Problem Steps Recorder in Windows 7
Apr 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how the Windows 7's Problem Steps Recorder works and how it can help you troubleshoot.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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IT Pro's Survival Guide to Windows 7
Apr 2011
With each new Windows release, IT professionals face many difficult questions and challenges. Should my organization upgrade? What are the key features for IT and end users? And, how do I...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Rediscover the Flip3D experience in Windows 7
Apr 2011
Windows Vista had a fairly popular feature called Flip3D that is mysteriously missing from Windows 7. Mark Kaelin shows you how to get it back with a mere desktop shortcut.
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Create a USB Flash Drive Windows Password Reset Disk
Apr 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to create and use a Password Reset Disk in Windows 7 using a USB Flash Drive rather than a CD or floppy disk.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Use Svchost Viewer to decipher running processes in Windows
Apr 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to you can use Svchost Viewer to track down detailed information about any Svchost.exe process running in Windows 7.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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April 2011: Microsoft Patch Tuesday analysis
Apr 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's April 2011 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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Add the tabbed user interface feature to Windows 7
Apr 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop report, Greg Shultz introduces you to WindowTabs and shows you how to configure the application to add a tabbed interface to Windows Explorer.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Achieve better performance by fine tuning the Windows 7 Search Index
Mar 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to delve in and begin tuning the Windows 7 Search Index.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Use the Windows hosts file to block unwanted websites
Mar 2011
By adding entries to the Windows hosts file, you can block access to specific unwanted or known malware-infested websites. Jack Wallen explains how it works.
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Make life easier by tagging your files in Windows 7
Mar 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how you can Tag your files in Windows 7 using tools built into Windows Explorer.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Clean up the Open With List in Windows Explorer
Mar 2011
Sometimes your Windows Explorer Open With list can get cluttered with applications that don't match the file they are associated with - Mark Kaelin shows you how to fix that.
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Take advantage of Windows 7 Group By and Filter features
Mar 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz explains how the Group By and Filter features of Windows 7 Explorer work and shows you how to effectively use them.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Take charge of Windows 7 with these 10 power tips
Mar 2011
You can get a lot more mileage out of Windows 7 if you perform a few tweaks and tap into some timesaving tricks. Here's a collection of several popular Windows 7 Quick Tips.
Provided by TechRepublic.com
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Take advantage of the Windows Mobility Center for quick reconfiguration
Mar 2011
The Windows Mobility Center can save you some time and embarrassment when you give your next presentation using your notebook computer.
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Use the Windows Explorer Arrange by feature to weed through your files
Mar 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to take advantage of Windows Explorer's Arrange by feature to weed through the data files stored on your hard disk.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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
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March 2011: Microsoft Patch Tuesday analysis
Mar 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's March 2011 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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Drill down on the best search results in Windows Explorer by using filters
Mar 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use and take advantage of the Search filters built into the Windows 7 Explorer Search Box.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Get management buy-in with the Windows 7 Upgrade Project Kit
Mar 2010
The Windows 7 Upgrade Project Kit offers a complete set of tools for creating a comprehensive Windows 7 upgrade plan. Greg Shultz explains.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Use Svchost Viewer to decipher running processes in Windows
Apr 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to you can use Svchost Viewer to track down detailed information about any Svchost.exe process running in Windows 7.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Tools & Templates
Windows 7 installation flowchart
Oct 2009
A successful Windows 7 migration begins with careful planning and decision making. Rick Vanover built a flowchart to guide you through each step.For more information on Windows 7 migration and...
Provided by Rick Vanover
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Book chapters
Working with the Windows 7 Registry
Aug 2009
In his recently published book Microsoft Windows 7 Unleashed, author Paul McFedries introduces a variety of techniques, workarounds, obscure details, and customization tricks to help you get more...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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The complete list of Windows 7 Logo key shortcuts
Sep 2011
The Windows 7 Logo key anchors a set of powerful and efficient keyboard shortcuts. This cheat sheet lists all the shortcuts and explains what they do.This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by Mark Kaelin
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Allow more Recent Items on the Windows Start Menu with a Registry tweak
May 2011
For some reason, Windows 7 does not have a built-in way to adjust the number of Recent Items listed on the Start Menu. Mark Kaelin shows you how to do it yourself with a registry tweak.
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Microsoft Windows 7 final pricing is revealed and analyzed
Aug 2009
The pricing for Microsoft Windows 7 has been finalized. In his weekly Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz takes closer look at how much it will cost you to upgrade to Windows 7. This...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Go fast on the Web with IE8 Accelerators
Sep 2009
Accelerators can shave tons of time off your everyday browser tasks. Greg Shultz introduces this feature and explains how to get the most out of it.This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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The Windows Ecosystem Readiness Program ensures compatibility for Windows 7
Oct 2009
In addition to improving the overall performance of the new operating system, Microsoft has put a great deal of effort into making sure that Windows 7 is extremely compatible with new and existing...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Take the productivity benefits of Snap, Shake, and Peek seriously
Nov 2009
In this edition of the Windows Vista and 7 Report, Greg Shultz examines the management of multiple open windows in the Windows operating system over the years. He then focuses on the windows...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: December 2009
Dec 2009
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's December 2009 patches in your organization. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Justin James
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10 reasons Windows 7 will rule the desktop OS space
Dec 2009
In the battle for desktop OS supremacy, both Linux and Mac OS proponents say those platforms are gaining ground. See why Deb Shinder thinks Windows 7 has nothing to worry about.This download is...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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How do I install and use Claws Mail in Windows?
Jan 2010
The email client known as Claws Mail is now available for the Windows platform. Jack Wallen shows you how to install it and what it can do to enhance your daily email management. This download is...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Explore new desktop backgrounds and themes in Windows 7
Jan 2010
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz explores the Desktop Backgrounds and Themes features available in Microsoft Windows 7. This download is also available as an...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I prevent phishing attacks in Firefox 3?
Jan 2010
Jack Wallen shows you how you can add extra preventative measures to Firefox to combat phishing attacks, as well as test your browser to make sure it is actually catching attempts. This download...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: January 2010
Jan 2010
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's January 2010 patches in your organization. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Justin James
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Peek behind the GodMode curtains to reveal useful canonical names and GUIDs
Jan 2010
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz discusses the Control Panel canonical names of Windows 7 in more detail and shows you how to use them to create shortcuts to...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Investigate Internet TV in Windows 7 Media Center
Jan 2010
In the Windows 7 version of Windows Media Center, the enhanced Internet TV lets you watch videos from a variety of providers via the Internet right in Windows Media Center. In this edition of the...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: February 2010
Feb 2010
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's February 2010 patches in your organization. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Justin James
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Take full advantage of the new font features in Windows 7
Feb 2010
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz investigates the changes and enhancements in Windows 7's font system and shows you how to take advantage of the new features...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I tag files in Windows with TaggedFrog?
Mar 2010
TaggedFrog has an incredibly clean and easy to use interface that allows the users to simply drag and drop files into the GUI to add tags to a file. This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: March 2010
Mar 2010
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's March 2010 patches in your organization. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Justin James
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Confessions of a Reluctant Windows 7 Pirate
Mar 2010
I've been hanging out with a bad crowd lately, trying out popular hacking tools to see if I could install Windows 7 without paying for it. Unfortunately, I succeeded. Now, I'm sharing my...
Provided by Ed Bott
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Windows 7: Migration tips, performance, and features
Mar 2010
Any Windows operating system upgrade is a big step for an organization or user, and whether you're planning to move directly from Vista or make a bigger leap from XP to Windows 7, careful...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Check out the Windows 7 applet replacements in Windows Live Essentials
Apr 2010
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz takes an introductory look at Windows Live Mail, Windows Live Photo Gallery, and Windows Live Movie Maker. This download is...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: April 2010
Apr 2010
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's April 2010 patches in your organization. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Justin James
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How do I add hidden international desktop themes to Windows 7?
May 2010
There are several hidden international themes in Windows 7 that are not visible through the normal personalization section of the Control Panel. Mark Kaelin shows you how to add them to your...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: May 2010
May 2010
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's May 2010 patches in your organization. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Justin James
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How do I secure Internet Explorer with IEController?
May 2010
There are times when you have to use Internet Explorer. For those instances, you may want to make sure that IE is as safe as possible with IEController. This download is also available as an...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: June 2010
Jun 2010
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's June 2010 patches in your organization. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Justin James
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How do I use a Windows 7 Virtual Hard Disk as a backup device?
Jun 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to create and use a virtual hard disk (VHD) as a backup device. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I speed up workflow and efficiency in Windows 7 with 7Plus?
Jun 2010
7Plus is an open source application aimed at speeding up your work flow and efficiency by breaking tasks into manageable categories. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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How do I add Defragment and Disk Cleanup to the right-click menu in Windows Explorer?
Jun 2010
In this How do I blog post Jack Wallen shows you how to create right-click menu entries for both Defragmenting and Disk Cleanup. This download is also available as an entry in the TechRepublic...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Add Windows 7 themes and backgrounds for the July 4th holiday
Jun 2010
Greg Shultz is feeling patriotic for U.S. Independence Day and is expressing it with some tweaking of Windows 7 themes. He shows you how it's done. This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: July 2010
Jul 2010
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's July 2010 patches in your organization. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Justin James
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10 things that drive me crazy about current operating systems
Jul 2010
It's no secret that today's operating systems have their share of problems. Jack Wallen describes the issues that frustrate him the most (and he doesn't spare Linux).This download is also...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Get better organized with the Maple flat file database application
Jul 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz introduces us to Maple from Crystal Office Systems and the powerful tool one can find in a flat-file publisher. This download is also...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: August 2010
Aug 2010
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's August 2010 patches in your organization. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Justin James
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Be more efficient and better organized with the MKLink symbolic link tool
Sep 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz explains in detail what a symbolic link is and shows you how to use the MKLink in Microsoft Windows 7 to simply file management. This...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I quickly share Linux directories with a Windows network?
Sep 2010
Jack Wallen walks you through the process of setting up a share on your Linux desktop so that all the machines on your network can access it. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Jack Wallen
