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Reap the benefits of Windows 7's Task Manager
Jun 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz investigates Microsoft Windows 7's Task Manager and shows you to quickly reap the benefits of his detective work. This download is also...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Take a closer look at ReadyBoost features in Windows 7
Mar 2010
ReadyBoost is a still a part of the Microsoft Windows 7 operating system, so Greg Shultz examines its features in more detail in this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report. This...
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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Quick Tip: Improve your SATA disk performance by converting from IDE to AHCI
Nov 2010
In this Windows Quick Tip, Jack Wallen shows you how to improve the performance of a SATA hard drive using a Windows Registry tweak. This download is also available as an entry in the TechRepublic...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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How do I delete the hiberfil.sys and reclaim the hard disk memory?
Apr 2010
If you have ever used the Hibernate feature in Microsoft Windows, you have created a hiberfil.sys file. Here is how you delete that file and reclaim the hard disk memory. This download is also...
Provided by Bill Detwiler
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Shrink a hard drive volume in Windows 7
Jan 2011
Use the Disk Management Tool in Microsoft Windows 7 to shrink a hard disk volume to create room so you can add a new partition. This download is also available as a TechRepublic blog post and...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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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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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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Better troubleshooting capabilities with Windows 7 Event Viewer
Oct 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz introduces you to some of the new troubleshooting features found in Microsoft Windows 7 Event Viewer. This download is also available as...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Put the Up Button back on the Windows 7 Explorer Command Bar
Feb 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz tells you to put the Up button on the Command Bar via a little known keyboard shortcut, a short VBScript, and some registry edits.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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500 Things Every IT Support Pro Needs to Know: Volume 2
Feb 2012
TechRepublic's 500 Things Every IT Support Pro Needs to Know: Volume 2 offers concise advice, solutions and details on the key issues and challenges you experience on a daily basis in optimizing...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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How do I get the Quick Launch Bar back in Windows 7?
May 2010
Although it is not obvious, you can get the Quick Launch Bar so loved by many users of Windows XP back in Windows 7. Mark Kaelin shows you how. This download is also available as a TechRepublic...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Identify and get detailed information about processes in Windows 7
Nov 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use Windows Task Manager to track down detailed information about any process running in Microsoft Windows 7. This...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's September 2012 patches
Sep 2012
Deb Shinder gathers the information you need to make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's September 2012 patches in your organization.
Provided by Deb Shinder
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How do I use RSS to create a dynamic Windows 7 desktop wallpaper slideshow?
Jun 2010
Use your favorite photo and news RSS feeds to create an ever-changing Microsoft Windows 7 desktop background slideshow. This download is also available as a TechRepublic blog post and gallery.
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Quick Tip: Disable the popup sticky and filter keys dialog box in Windows
Mar 2011
While accessibility features are terrific for those that need them, they can be annoyance for those that don't. Mark Kaelin shows you how to turn off two potential Windows annoyances.
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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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 sup- port professionals face a wide variety of challenges....
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's November 2012 patches
Nov 2012
Deb Shinder gathers the information you need to make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's November 2012 patches in your organization.
Provided by Deb Shinder
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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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Quick Tip: Disable Snap in Windows 7
Jul 2010
While many think that Snap in Windows 7 is an awesome feature, many others think that it is annoying. Greg Shultz shows you how to turn it off. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Determine if your hardware can support Windows XP Mode in Windows 7
Jun 2009
In this edition of the Windows Vista and 7 Report, Greg Shultz helps you cut through all the hype surrounding the hardware requirements for running Windows XP Mode in Windows 7 by describing the...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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 calibrate my computer display's best color settings?
Aug 2010
One often overlooked aspect of the computer experience is the color and contrast calibration of your monitor. Mark Kaelin shows how to make the proper adjustments. This download is also available...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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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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Take advantage of Windows 7 Gadgets to create room on the Taskbar
Jan 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you some of the ways that he is taking advantage of Gadgets in Microsoft Windows 7. This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Configure a USB flash drive for Windows 7 installation: Revisited
Sep 2009
Using a USB Flash drive as a Windows 7 installation platform is a great idea, but when Greg Shultz proposed it, there were some questions raised. In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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The 10 most useful Windows 7 keyboard shortcuts
Oct 2009
Along with Windows 7's new features comes a set of new keyboard shortcuts. This little cheat sheet will help you work more efficiently with the new OS.This download is also available as an entry...
Provided by Jody Gilbert
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How do I make Windows 7 HomeGroup content accessible to Vista and XP?
Dec 2009
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to grant Windows XP and Windows Vista systems access to the folder and printers shared in a Windows 7...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Get the most out of Windows XP Mode with these tips
Mar 2010
While using Windows XP Mode and Windows Virtual PC is pretty straightforward, there are some tips that you can employ to get the most out of this winning combination. In this edition of the...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Lunch and Learn: Windows 7
Oct 2010
This prepackaged solution is designed to familiarize end users with Windows 7 applications, and specially designed to fit into a power packed Lunch & Learn session and presented in a classroom or...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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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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Quick Tip: Ensure services restart upon failure in Windows 7
Dec 2010
There are times that you need to make sure a service restarts when it fails in Windows 7. Jack Wallen shows you how to configure a service to accomplish this task. This download is also available...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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10 antivirus programs for Windows 7
Nov 2009
Windows 7 offers some new security features, but a good antivirus program can provide additional protection. Greg Shultz put together a list of 10 solid Windows 7-compatible choices.This download...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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Extend default folder sharing capabilities in Windows 7 HomeGroup
Dec 2009
One of the more useful features of the HomeGroup feature of Microsoft Windows 7 is the ability to extend folder sharing across the network beyond the default settings. Greg Shultz shows you how it...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Investigate memory usage with Windows 7 Resource Monitor
Oct 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use the detailed information displayed in Windows 7 Resource Monitor to investigate memory usage. This download is also...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Quick Tip: Reclaim used hard drive memory with Disk Cleanup
Feb 2011
Microsoft Windows 7 has a built-in utility that will free used hard drive memory increasing available storage space with a click or two of the mouse.
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Remove Libraries from Windows Explorer in Windows 7
Nov 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop report, Greg Shultz shows you how to remove Libraries from the navigation pane in Windows 7 Explorer by editing the registry. This download is also...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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10 things you should know about moving from Windows XP to Windows 7
Sep 2009
Jumping from Windows XP to Windows 7 will require some specialized knowledge. Greg Shultz offers advice specifically for those taking that route.This download is also available as an entry in our...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Identify and get detailed information about processes in Windows 7
Nov 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use Windows Task Manager to track down detailed information about any process running in Microsoft Windows 7. This...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: November 2010
Nov 2010
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's November 2010 patches in your organization. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Justin James
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New troubleshooting features in the Windows 7 System Configuration tool
Nov 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz takes a closer look the Microsoft Windows 7 System Configuration utility. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Use Robocopy's multi-threaded feature to quickly backup your data in Windows 7
Oct 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to take advantage of Robocopy's multi-threaded copy feature to create an exact mirrored duplicate of all the pertinent data...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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 do I make Windows 7 desktop gadgets visible on mouse-over only?
Oct 2010
Jack Wallen shows you how to set Windows desktop gadgets to 0% opacity which will then revert to 100% upon mouse-over. This download is also available as an entry in the TechRepublic Microsoft...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Better troubleshooting capabilities with Windows 7 Event Viewer
Oct 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz introduces you to some of the new troubleshooting features found in Microsoft Windows 7 Event Viewer. This download is also available as...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: October 2010
Oct 2010
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's October 2010 patches in your organization. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Justin James
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Quick Tip Windows 7: Customize the command prompt
Oct 2010
In Microsoft Windows 7, you can customize the command prompt using specifically configured shortcuts to better match the task at hand. This download is also available as a TechRepublic blog post...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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How do I share folders in Windows 7 with the Shared Folder Wizard?
Oct 2010
Jack Wallen shows you how to use the Microsoft Windows Shared Folder Wizard to create folders that can be shared with colleagues across the network. This download is also available as a...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Investigate memory usage with Windows 7 Resource Monitor
Oct 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use the detailed information displayed in Windows 7 Resource Monitor to investigate memory usage. This download is also...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Lunch and Learn: Windows 7
Oct 2010
This prepackaged solution is designed to familiarize end users with Windows 7 applications, and specially designed to fit into a power packed Lunch & Learn session and presented in a classroom or...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Learn how to use the Windows 7 Resource Monitor for effective troubleshooting
Sep 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz explores the Windows 7 Resource Monitor's features with the goal being to teach you how the tool can be used to troubleshoot...
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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How do I customize the Windows 7 Start Menu?
Sep 2010
Microsoft Windows 7 allows you to customize the Start Menu in many different ways. Mark Kaelin shows you how this relatively simple process works. This download is also available as a...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Track stability in Windows 7 with the Reliability Monitor
Sep 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz provides you with an overview of the Windows 7 Reliability Monitor and shows you how to use it to track the behavior of your system over...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I make my Windows 7 desktop look and feel like a Linux desktop?
Sep 2010
Jack Wallen shows you how to use free third-party tools to modify the standard Windows 7 desktop into a desktop that resembles Linux. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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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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It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: September 2010
Sep 2010
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's September 2010 patches in your organization. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Justin James
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Answers to some common questions about Symbolic Links
Sep 2010
In this week's edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz provides detailed answers to the most common questions he received last week about symbolic links. This download is also...
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
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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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Built-in voice recognition in Windows 7 can reduce repetitive motion injury
Aug 2010
Using the Microsoft Windows 7 voice recognition application is a very effective tool for reducing stresses that cause repetitive motion disorders. This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by Tim Heard
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Troubleshoot problem applications with Windows 7 Program Compatibility tools
Aug 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz takes a closer look at the Program Compatibility Assistant, which is designed to automatically run when it detects an older program that...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I add drive icons to either the Taskbar or the Quick Launch Bar in Windows 7?
Aug 2010
Jack Wallen explains how to add a shortcut to a specific system drive to the Quick Launch Bar in Microsoft Windows 7, making access just a click away. This download is also available as an entry...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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How do I create a secure Guest Account in Windows 7?
Aug 2010
In certain situations, you may want to allow guest users access to a PC. Take the proper steps to ensure that the guest access you grant is secure. This download is also available as a...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Take advantage of Windows 7's Disk Defragmenter to get detailed drive data
Aug 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz takes a closer look at Microsoft Windows 7's Disk Defragmenter and describes how to take advantage of the new features. This download is...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I calibrate my computer display's best color settings?
Aug 2010
One often overlooked aspect of the computer experience is the color and contrast calibration of your monitor. Mark Kaelin shows how to make the proper adjustments. This download is also available...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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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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Get the Aero Snap feature for almost any version of Windows
Aug 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz introduces you to AquaSnap and shows you how you can use it to bring the new Aero features to Windows XP and Vista. He also explains how...
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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Quick Tip: Select files in Windows Explorer with checkboxes
Aug 2010
With one little tweak, you can change the behavior of Microsoft Windows Explorer to allow multiple file selection with checkboxes. This download is also available as a TechRepublic blog post...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Move your entire Windows XP installation into Windows 7 with Paragon Go Virtual
Aug 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use Paragon Go Virtual, which is a free tool, to move your Windows XP installation into Windows 7 and run it with...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I join a Linux machine to a Windows Domain?
Aug 2010
In this How do I, Jack Wallen shows you how to join your Linux machine to a Windows domain with the help of Likewise-Open. This download is also available as an entry in the TechRepublic...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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How do I create and use a Windows 7 System Image to recover from a crash?
Jul 2010
It is a fact, systems crash eventually. Jack Wallen shows you how to use System Image to recover from catastrophic system crash. This download is also available as an entry in the TechRepublic...
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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Customize folder backgrounds in Windows Vista and Windows 7
Jul 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to install and use the Windows 7 Folder Background Changer. He also briefly revisits Windows 98 to take a look at the...
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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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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Move your entire Windows XP installation into Windows 7 with Zinstall XP7
Jul 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use Zinstall XP7 to move your Windows XP installation onto Windows 7. He focuses on the single- computer, in-place...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Take advantage of the Taskbar features in Windows 7
May 2010
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz takes a closer look at the taskbar in Windows 7. He describes each feature in detail and shows you how to take advantage of...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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Move the Recycle Bin to the Taskbar in Windows 7
May 2010
Greg Shultz has discovered a way to put a working copy of the Recycle Bin on the taskbar in the lower right corner adjacent to the notification area in Microsoft Windows 7. That way it is always...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I create an energy use report in Windows 7 with powercfg?
May 2010
Using the built-in powercfg.exe applet you can create a report that will show where your Microsoft Windows 7 PC is using the most energy. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Quick Tip: Change the launch directory to root in Windows Explorer
Jun 2010
By default, Windows Explorer in Windows 7 launches in the Library folder. However, with the right code, you can change the launch folder to the system root directory. This download is also...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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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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Quick Tip: Add Internet Search to the Windows 7 Start Menu
Jun 2010
If you have a version of Microsoft Windows 7 that includes the Group Policy Editor, you can add the option to search the Internet directly from your Desktop Search. This download is also...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Move your Windows XP installation into Windows 7 with VMware
Jun 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use free VMware tools to move your entire Windows XP installation into Windows 7. This download is also available as an...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I use RSS to create a dynamic Windows 7 desktop wallpaper slideshow?
Jun 2010
Use your favorite photo and news RSS feeds to create an ever-changing Microsoft Windows 7 desktop background slideshow. This download is also available as a TechRepublic blog post and gallery.
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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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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Manage network logon credentials in Microsoft Windows
Jul 2010
In this Windows Desktop Report blog post, Greg Shultz introduces you to the Windows 7's Credential Manager and explains how it works. He also briefly examines the Stored User Names and Passwords...
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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Move your entire Windows XP installation into Windows 7 with Zinstall XP7
Jul 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use Zinstall XP7 to move your Windows XP installation onto Windows 7. He focuses on the single- computer, in-place...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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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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Customize folder backgrounds in Windows Vista and Windows 7
Jul 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to install and use the Windows 7 Folder Background Changer. He also briefly revisits Windows 98 to take a look at the...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Downloads
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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Downloads
How do I join a Linux machine to a Windows Domain?
Aug 2010
In this How do I, Jack Wallen shows you how to join your Linux machine to a Windows domain with the help of Likewise-Open. This download is also available as an entry in the TechRepublic...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Move your entire Windows XP installation into Windows 7 with Paragon Go Virtual
Aug 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use Paragon Go Virtual, which is a free tool, to move your Windows XP installation into Windows 7 and run it with...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Downloads
Quick Tip: Select files in Windows Explorer with checkboxes
Aug 2010
With one little tweak, you can change the behavior of Microsoft Windows Explorer to allow multiple file selection with checkboxes. This download is also available as a TechRepublic blog post...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Downloads
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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Downloads
Get the Aero Snap feature for almost any version of Windows
Aug 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz introduces you to AquaSnap and shows you how you can use it to bring the new Aero features to Windows XP and Vista. He also explains how...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Downloads
How do I calibrate my computer display's best color settings?
Aug 2010
One often overlooked aspect of the computer experience is the color and contrast calibration of your monitor. Mark Kaelin shows how to make the proper adjustments. This download is also available...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Downloads
How do I create a secure Guest Account in Windows 7?
Aug 2010
In certain situations, you may want to allow guest users access to a PC. Take the proper steps to ensure that the guest access you grant is secure. This download is also available as a...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Downloads
How do I add drive icons to either the Taskbar or the Quick Launch Bar in Windows 7?
Aug 2010
Jack Wallen explains how to add a shortcut to a specific system drive to the Quick Launch Bar in Microsoft Windows 7, making access just a click away. This download is also available as an entry...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Downloads
Troubleshoot problem applications with Windows 7 Program Compatibility tools
Aug 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz takes a closer look at the Program Compatibility Assistant, which is designed to automatically run when it detects an older program that...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Downloads
Built-in voice recognition in Windows 7 can reduce repetitive motion injury
Aug 2010
Using the Microsoft Windows 7 voice recognition application is a very effective tool for reducing stresses that cause repetitive motion disorders. This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by Tim Heard
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Downloads
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...
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Answers to some common questions about Symbolic Links
Sep 2010
In this week's edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz provides detailed answers to the most common questions he received last week about symbolic links. This download is also...
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It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: September 2010
Sep 2010
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's September 2010 patches in your organization. This download is also available as an entry in the...
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How do I make my Windows 7 desktop look and feel like a Linux desktop?
Sep 2010
Jack Wallen shows you how to use free third-party tools to modify the standard Windows 7 desktop into a desktop that resembles Linux. This download is also available as an entry in the...
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Track stability in Windows 7 with the Reliability Monitor
Sep 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz provides you with an overview of the Windows 7 Reliability Monitor and shows you how to use it to track the behavior of your system over...
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How do I customize the Windows 7 Start Menu?
Sep 2010
Microsoft Windows 7 allows you to customize the Start Menu in many different ways. Mark Kaelin shows you how this relatively simple process works. This download is also available as a...
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Lunch and Learn: Windows 7
Oct 2010
This prepackaged solution is designed to familiarize end users with Windows 7 applications, and specially designed to fit into a power packed Lunch & Learn session and presented in a classroom or...
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Investigate memory usage with Windows 7 Resource Monitor
Oct 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use the detailed information displayed in Windows 7 Resource Monitor to investigate memory usage. This download is also...
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How do I share folders in Windows 7 with the Shared Folder Wizard?
Oct 2010
Jack Wallen shows you how to use the Microsoft Windows Shared Folder Wizard to create folders that can be shared with colleagues across the network. This download is also available as a...
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Quick Tip Windows 7: Customize the command prompt
Oct 2010
In Microsoft Windows 7, you can customize the command prompt using specifically configured shortcuts to better match the task at hand. This download is also available as a TechRepublic blog post...
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