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PC Troubleshooting Basics - Sample Chapter
May 2005
Spend less time troubleshooting PCs. Download the PC Troubleshooting Basics chapter from TechRepublic's PC Troubleshooter Resource Guide, Fourth Edition and learn a proven problem-solving method...
Provided by TechRepublic
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How do I defragment a hard drive with UltraDefrag 3.1.0?
Aug 2009
UltraDefrag is one of the fastest defragmenting tools available. And while it's working its speedy magic, it uses very little resources. Jack Wallen explains how it works.
Provided by Jack Wallen
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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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How do I use WinDBG Debugger to troubleshoot a Blue Screen of Death?
Dec 2009
Microsoft's WinDBG will help you to debug and diagnose a BSOD problem and then lead you to the root cause so you can fix it.
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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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How do I clone a hard drive with Clonezilla?
Mar 2010
With Clonezilla you can clone a single drive or even a single partition within a drive and then recover that drive later. Jack Wallen shows you how.
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Clean up your machine with the help of Degunking Windows
Jul 2005
After you've helped your users clean up their computers and adopt a regimen of organization and maintenance, you'll hear fewer complaints about slow machines and poor performance. Computer users...
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How do I use Sysprep to create a Windows XP image?
Aug 2010
Deploying Windows XP on a large number of workstations can become a tiresome chore. You can help speed the process along using Sysprep. Here's how it works. This download is also available as an...
Provided by TechRepublic.com
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Support Specialist Policies and Training
Oct 2010
TechRepublic's Support Specialist Policies and Training product provides templates to help you create customized Support policies, as well as presentations to get users up to speed on...
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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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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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Set up Dropbox on a GUI-less Linux server
May 2010
Vincent Danen simplifies the steps to setting up Dropbox to work even with a GUI-less Linux computer. Dropbox allows you to synchronize files across multiple machines.
Provided by Vincent Danen
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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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How do I analyze network speeds and issues with M-Lab?
Jul 2009
M-Lab is an open, distributed platform that provides a set of easy to use but effective tools that will help diagnose your computer network.
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Uncover the performance benefits of the Favorite Links list in Vista
Jun 2009
It seems that many users are unaware of the navigational features of Microsoft Vista's Favorite Links list. In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz delves into the...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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12 steps to create a boot diskette to upgrade a PC BIOS
May 2005
Nearly every PC undergoes at least one major BIOS upgrade during its product lifecycle. In addition to keeping up to date on software patches, administrators also need to periodically look for...
Provided by TechRepublic
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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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How do I add a second drive to a Windows XP virtual machine running in VirtualBox?
Nov 2010
Jack Wallen shows you how to expand the capabilities of a virtual machine by adding virtual drives using the VirtualBox application. This download is also available as a TechRepublic blog post...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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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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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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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...
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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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How do I convert VirtualBox files to work with VMWare Workstation?
Sep 2010
In this How do I, Jack Wallen walks you through the steps required to migrate a VirtualBox virtual machine file to a VMWare Workstation. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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How do I... Configure Windows Home Server for remote access?
Sep 2008
Microsoft Windows Home Server brings many of the server-side applications available to enterprises and small businesses to the home. One of the more useful features of the WHS is the ability to...
Provided by Steven Warren
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The three application limit is out, Windows 7 Starter on netbooks is back in
Jun 2009
After some very pointed and passionate feedback from users in the marketplace, Microsoft has decided to make some changes to Windows 7 when it comes to netbooks. In this edition of the Windows...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I use Prey to help recover a stolen laptop?
Sep 2009
Prey is an open source application, available for Windows, Mac, and Linux, that can help you out when your laptop is stolen because once it is installed, it will send reports to a specified email...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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How do I run a remote Linux desktop in Windows?
Feb 2010
The ability to connect from Windows to Linux is all you need to make administrating from a central location much easier. Jack Wallen explains. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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10 dumb things users do that can mess up their computers
May 2006
Users find plenty of ways to run into trouble, from gunking up their system with shareware to leaving it exposed to attackers to forgetting about using surge protectors. Share this list with your...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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BIOS beep codes list for desktops
Feb 2005
When your computer fails its POST, the beep codes are often the only clue to determine what's wrong. This download was updated in February 2005 with over 60 new PC models and offers BIOS beep code...
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IT professionals will not drop Windows XP quietly (if ever)
Jul 2009
A couple of weeks ago, I asked a series of poll questions about Microsoft Windows XP. The poll results are very informative and definitely give us an indication about where the TechRepublic...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Quick Reference: Cisco IOS Command Chart (IOS v.12+)
Sep 2004
Becoming proficient with Cisco equipment means remembering a whole new set of commands. These command charts give you a quick way to look up the needed IOS commands and switches when you need...
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How do I copy shortcuts to the All Users folders in Vista or Windows 7?
Dec 2009
If you are used to copying shortcuts to the Documents and Settings\All Users\Desktop or the Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu folders in Windows XP you might be wondering how to do this...
Provided by Alan Norton
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Book chapters
Don't let the dust-bunnies win, protect your PC with timely maintenance
Apr 2006
Dirt and dust are a major problem for personal computers because a dirty PC can block air flow, which can lead to overheating. This chapter excerpt from Repairing and Upgrading Your PC shows you...
Provided by O'Reilly Media
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Quick Reference: PC Troubleshooting Pack
Feb 2005
Help desk and IT support professionals need the fastest and most complete answers to keep every PC in action. Get the PC troubleshooting solutions you're looking for with this set of four...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Book chapters
Don't let Windows XP startup problems leave you dead in the water
Jun 2006
When everything works the way it should, we take Windows startup for granted. But if something fails, it's important to be able to diagnose the problem and effect a solution. This chapter from...
Provided by No Starch Press
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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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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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Customize Windows 7 HomeGroup with a new name and a new icon
Dec 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to rename HomeGroup and change its icon in order to customize this networking tool and make it your own. This download is...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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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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How do I restore the Recycle Bin to the Desktop in Windows XP?
Jul 2010
For Windows XP users there is no simple way to add back the Recycle Bin to the Desktop, they have to resort to a Windows Registry file edit. This download is also available as a TechRepublic blog...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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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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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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How do I turn off the Solve PC Issues notification in Windows 7?
Jul 2010
Jack Wallen shows you how to disable the Solve PC Issues feature in Windows 7 so that end users don't use a solution that causes bigger problems. This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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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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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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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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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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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 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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Official support is ending so why are you still running Windows XP SP2?
Jun 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz provides more details on the looming official support deadline and what it will mean to Microsoft Windows XP SP2 users. This download is...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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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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Remove the Internet Explorer Content Advisor Password
Jun 2010
Users wanting to disable the Internet Explorer Content Advisor will sometimes find they have forgotten the required password. Fortunately, this annoying little problem can be solved quickly with a...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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How do I configure RSync on FreeNAS to sync shares with a Windows NAS device?
Jun 2010
Donovan Colbert illustrates how to create a suitable, inexpensive data replication solution for a small office or data center on a limited budget. This download is also available as a...
Provided by Donovan Colbert
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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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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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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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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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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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Take advantage of Sticky Notes in Windows 7
May 2010
While the Sticky Notes applet may not be the most exciting feature in Microsoft Windows 7, there are actually a number situations where this little applet can come in handy. In this edition of the...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Set up Dropbox on a GUI-less Linux server
May 2010
Vincent Danen simplifies the steps to setting up Dropbox to work even with a GUI-less Linux computer. Dropbox allows you to synchronize files across multiple machines.
Provided by Vincent Danen
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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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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 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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Quick Tip: Reveal hidden system files in Windows Explorer
May 2010
Mark Kaelin shows you how to change the settings in Windows Explorer to reveal hidden files and folders in Microsoft Windows 7. This download is also available as an entry in the TechRepublic...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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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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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 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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Add the Copy To and Move To folder commands to the Windows Explorer context menu
May 2010
In this edition of the Windows Vista & and Windows 7 report, Greg Shultz shows you how to add the Copy To Folder and Move To Folder commands to Windows Explorer's context menu. I'll also take a...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Create a custom MMC to remotely troubleshoot Windows XP systems
May 2010
Remotely troubleshoot Microsoft Windows XP with the Device Manager and Event Viewer Microsoft Management Console (MMC) snap-ins.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I get NoMachine NX running on Windows XP Embedded?
May 2010
Matthew Nawrocki explains how to add the NULL device driver to Windows XP Embedded to access an X Windows session via NoMachine NX. For his efforts, Matt earned our standard Windows XP tip bounty...
Provided by Matthew Nawrocki
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Two plus ways to transfer files via FTP in Windows
Apr 2010
Alan Norton explains two-plus methods for transferring files via FTP using tools already provided by Microsoft Windows 7 that you may not know about.
Provided by Alan Norton
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Move and Copy files the old tried and true way in Windows 7
Apr 2010
For this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz decided to put together a little refresher course on the Send To command and the Copy To Folder and Move To Folder...
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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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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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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System Mechanic 6 Mobile Toolkit will simplify your field support
May 2006
Iolo Technologies' System Mechanic 6 Mobile Toolkit contains all the software tools you are likely to need for troubleshooting, repairing, and recovering a problematic PC. While remote support...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Windows XP: Securing the Desktop
Jul 2004
When you give a user a workstation, often the user views it as personal property and begins loading it down with stuff that can threaten the security of your organization. This Security Guide...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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TechProGuild's PC Troubleshooting Report - October 2005
Oct 2005
TechRepublic Pro 's PC Troubleshooting Report collects the tips and tricks you need to know in order to successfully troubleshoot problems with workstations, printers, and software in your...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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TechProGuild PC Troubleshooting Report - June 2005
Jun 2005
TechRepublic Pro 's PC Troubleshooting Report collects the tips and tricks you need to know in order to successfully troubleshoot problems with workstations, printers, and software in your...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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TechRepublic Pro FastAnswer: Moving Windows XP desktop settings from one computer to another
Sep 2006
When you give users a new computer, invariably they will spend hours reconfiguring it to match the settings on their old computer. This FastAnswer will show you how to use the Files And Settings...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Home Office Computing Survival Guide, Second Edition - PDF
Jul 2005
Today's busy families depend on their home PCs now more than ever. From managing the family budget to digitizing memories or composing the term paper from Hades, home computers are being pressed...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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PC Troubleshooter Resource Guide, Fourth Edition - PDF
Jul 2005
Keep your computer systems in top running order. You know that today's computers are no longer disposable. With tight IT budgets and purchasing requests, you can't solve your PC issues by just...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Desktop Support Resource Guide, Second Edition
Jul 2005
Get timesaving tools, insightful tips, and proven solutions just for desktop support pros. Whether operating Windows 9x, NT, 2000, or XP, you can maintain the computers, peripherals, and networks,...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Desktop Upgrades Pack
Jun 2005
The Desktop Upgrades Pack includes four Microsoft Excel workbooks: a Financial Scenario Planner, a Gap Analysis Report, a Vendor Selection Checklist, and a Vendor Reference Questionnaire. The...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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PC Troubleshooting Tool Kit - ISO
Dec 2004
Burn your own CD version of TechRepublic's PC Troubleshooting Tool Kit. This download is a complete image of the CD available for sale in our TechRepublic catalog. The PC Troubleshooting Tool Kit...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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PC Troubleshooter Resource Guide, Fourth Edition ISO
Oct 2004
Burn your own CD version of TechRepublic's PC Troubleshooter Resource Guide CD-ROM
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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TechRepublic Pro FastGlance: Western Digital WD Passport
Dec 2005
Often, you need a way to be able to quickly move large amounts of data between two PCs but have no network connection to do so. Or you may need a way to quickly increase storage on a machine....
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Quick Reference: PC Troubleshooting Pack
Feb 2005
Help desk and IT support professionals need the fastest and most complete answers to keep every PC in action. Get the PC troubleshooting solutions you're looking for with this set of four...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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TechRepublic Pro FastAnswer: Using the Windows Key on your keyboard - PDF
Feb 2005
Probably one of the least used keys on your keyboard is the Windows key. Do you know what it's used for? This FastAnswer will show you the basic shortcuts you can do using the Windows key. You can...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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TechRepublic Pro 's PC Troubleshooting Report - February 2006
Feb 2006
TechRepublic Pro 's PC Troubleshooting Report collects the tips and tricks you need to know in order to successfully troubleshoot problems with workstations, printers, and software in your...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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TechRepublic Real World Guide: Creating a Disaster Plan
Nov 2005
If you are preparing or updating a Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) for your companyor your department, your first tasks will be: identifying which critical business functionsneed to be restored...
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TechProGuild PC Troubleshooting Report June 2004
Jun 2004
The reintroduction of TechRepublic Pro 's guide to in-depth PC and hardware troubleshooting solutions. This month focusing on Windows XP migrations and PC hardware problems.
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Book chapters
Don't let Windows XP startup problems leave you dead in the water
Jun 2006
When everything works the way it should, we take Windows startup for granted. But if something fails, it's important to be able to diagnose the problem and effect a solution. This chapter from...
Provided by No Starch Press
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10 things to remember when replacing a PC
Jun 2006
Getting a new system usually means better performance and reliability, up-to-date functionality, and a few interesting bells and whistles to play with. But it can be a major pain if you forget to...
Provided by Jeff Dray
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10 customization tricks to save you time in Windows XP
Jun 2006
From adding Safe Mode to the Boot menu to including UNC information in the command prompt to displaying My Computer as a menu of drive options, this collection of tips will give you some great...
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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How do I configure RSync on FreeNAS to sync shares with a Windows NAS device?
Jun 2010
Donovan Colbert illustrates how to create a suitable, inexpensive data replication solution for a small office or data center on a limited budget. This download is also available as a...
Provided by Donovan Colbert
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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...
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Official support is ending so why are you still running Windows XP SP2?
Jun 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz provides more details on the looming official support deadline and what it will mean to Microsoft Windows XP SP2 users. This download is...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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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How do I restore the Recycle Bin to the Desktop in Windows XP?
Jul 2010
For Windows XP users there is no simple way to add back the Recycle Bin to the Desktop, they have to resort to a Windows Registry file edit. This download is also available as a TechRepublic blog...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
