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Integrating Macs into a Windows shop
Jun 2012
Author Lauren Malhoit explains how to integrate Macs into a Windows shop. Topics include: Creating the connection between Mac Server and Active Directory Configuring Profile Manager and Time...
Provided by Lauren Malhoit
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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 July 2012 patches
Jul 2012
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's July 2012 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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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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10 cool tools in Windows 7
May 2009
The changes to the Windows 7 interface have gotten a lot of play, but some of the new built-in tools are just as compelling. Deb Shinder runs through some of the most impressive enhancements, from...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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Quick Tip: Scan Windows 7 System Files to repair errors
Nov 2010
Despite our best efforts, every once in a while, Microsoft Windows 7 system files will become corrupted. A simple scan can fix these system errors. This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Exert your control with GodMode folders in Windows 7
Jan 2010
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz explores the GodMode folders found in Windows 7 and then presents a text file and a script that will create the folders for...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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10 tweaks to make Windows 7 even better
Apr 2009
Windows 7 appears to be a crowd pleaser among the IT pros who have been kicking its beta tires -- including Deb Shinder. But even though she's very impressed with the new OS, she's already...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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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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Tune Windows 7 for maximum speed and efficiency
Oct 2009
This sample chapter from Microsoft Windows 7 Unleashed explains how to monitor Windows 7 system performance and optimize startup, applications, the hard disk, and virtual memory. Title:...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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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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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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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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Troubleshoot a wireless connection in Windows 7 with a firmware upgrade
Apr 2010
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz chronicles his trials and tribulations in a troubleshooting expedition regarding a flaky wireless network connection. This...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Tap into the power of Libraries in Windows 7
Oct 2009
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz introduces you to the new Libraries feature of Windows 7. He shows you how to get the most out of the Libraries feature to...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Access the real Administrator account in Windows 7
Jan 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz explains how you can activate and use the real Administrator account in Microsoft Windows 7. This download is also available as a...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Windows 8: Pre-Release Primer
Mar 2012
TechRepublic's Windows 8: Pre-Release Primer offers you tons of practical tips on increasing IT's influence in the enterprise, from seasoned pros and leading IT thinkers.
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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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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Put the Classic Start menu in Windows 7 with Classic Shell
Feb 2010
Those die hard classic Start menu fans have a champion out there. Ivo Beltchev has created a wonderful program called Classic Shell which brings the Classic Start menu to the Windows 7 user...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I install and configure Microsoft Security Essentials?
Jan 2010
Microsoft Security Essentials is the company's internal free anti-virus and anti-malware software application. Mark Kaelin walks you through the steps required to install it. This download is...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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How do I create a Windows 7 installation flash drive with WinToFlash?
Jan 2010
Jack Wallen shows you how to create a bootable USB flash drive with operating system installation files on it using WinToFlash. This download is also available as an entry in the TechRepublic...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Change and customize Windows 7's Logon screen wallpaper
Feb 2010
In order to make it easy for OEMs to customize Windows 7, Microsoft built the ability to change the Logon screen wallpaper right into the operating system. In this edition of the Windows Vista and...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Use special codes to add commands to the Windows Explorer Command Bar
Feb 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz reveals hidden codes in the Windows 7 Registry that will allow you to add commands to Windows Explorer's context sensitive Command Bar.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Quest Workspace Desktop Authority
Sep 2012
Desktop Authority helps you centrally target, configure, manage, secure and support the Windows user environment when migrating to Windows 7. Using a central console, you can quickly and...
Provided by Quest Software, now a part of Dell
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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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Create your own Classic Start Menu in Windows 7
Jan 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to create your own Classic Start Menu in Microsoft Windows 7 right alongside of the operating system's new Start Menu. This...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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Configure a USB flash drive to be a Windows 7 installation platform
Aug 2009
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use the DiskPart utility to configure a bootable USB flash drive that you can then use to install the...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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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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10 ways to tweak Windows 7 using the Local Group Policy Editor
Sep 2009
You can customize Windows 7 by setting local group policies to control the way the OS looks and acts. Paul McFedries offers 10 handy tweaks.This download is also available as an entry in our 10...
Provided by Paul McFedries
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Create a new partition with Windows 7 tool
Jan 2011
Use the Disk Management Tool in Microsoft Windows 7 to add a partition to a hard disk volume so you can create a new logical drive. This download is also available as a TechRepublic blog post and...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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Enable and disable the Windows 7 firewall with a desktop shortcut
Feb 2011
Jack Wallen shows you how to add desktop icons so that you can quickly enable and disable the Windows 7 firewall.
Provided by Jack Wallen
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When it comes to Windows Explorer breadcrumb navigation is better than the Up button
Feb 2011
In this week's edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz covers the breadcrumb navigation system in Windows Explorer in order to try to convince you of its benefits.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Use Daphne to kill and trap rogue processes in Windows
Feb 2011
It can be very frustrating when a program crashes or refuses to close. A free utility called Daphne can relieve some of that frustration with improved process management in Windows.
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Modify the Command Bar for all folders Windows Explorer
Feb 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to modify the Generic registry key to add commands to the Windows Explorer's Command Bar for all the other folders.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: February 2011
Feb 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's February 2011 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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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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Use special codes to add commands to the Windows Explorer Command Bar
Feb 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz reveals hidden codes in the Windows 7 Registry that will allow you to add commands to Windows Explorer's context sensitive Command Bar.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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Quick Tip: Manage Windows 7 Notification area icons
Jan 2010
Change which icons appear in the Windows 7 Notification area and decide how those icons behave when they are display in that area. This download is also available as a TechRepublic blog post and...
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 predictions for Windows 8
Jan 2011
Details on the next version of Windows are mostly nonexistent, but that doesn't mean we can't speculate about what it may offer. Brien Posey shares his ideas about possible features, changes, and...
Provided by Brien Posey
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Quick Tip: Take ownership of files and folders in Windows
Jan 2011
In this Quick Tip, Mark Kaelin shows you how to take ownership of a file or folder in Microsoft Windows 7. This download is also available as a TechRepublic blog post and gallery.
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Quick Tip: Manage the autorun process in Windows 7 with SysInternals AutoRuns
Jan 2011
Sysinternals AutoRuns allows you to manage every autorun process and application on your Windows 7 system from a single, user-friendly window. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Access the real Administrator account in Windows 7
Jan 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz explains how you can activate and use the real Administrator account in Microsoft Windows 7. This download is also available as a...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Create a new partition with Windows 7 tool
Jan 2011
Use the Disk Management Tool in Microsoft Windows 7 to add a partition to a hard disk volume so you can create a new logical drive. This download is also available as a TechRepublic blog post and...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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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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It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: January 2011
Jan 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's January 2011 patches in your organization. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Justin James
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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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Create your own Classic Start Menu in Windows 7
Jan 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to create your own Classic Start Menu in Microsoft Windows 7 right alongside of the operating system's new Start Menu. This...
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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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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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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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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It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: December 2010
Dec 2010
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's December 2010 patches in your organization. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Justin James
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Remove Favorites from Windows Explorer in Windows 7
Dec 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop report, Greg Shultz shows you how to remove Favorites from the navigation pane in Windows 7's Windows Explorer by editing the registry. This download is...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I use a RAM disk to help speed up disk-intensive applications?
Dec 2010
Jack Wallen explains how to create a RAM disk on your Windows PC and how it can be used to increase the performance of disk-intensive applications. This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Remove HomeGroup from Windows Explorer in Windows 7
Dec 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to remove HomeGroup from the navigation pane in Windows Explorer. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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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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Work around these Windows Live Messenger 2011 annoyances
Nov 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz fixes some minor annoyances with Windows Live Messenger 2011 and its icon and default view. This download is also available as an entry...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Quick Tip: Scan Windows 7 System Files to repair errors
Nov 2010
Despite our best efforts, every once in a while, Microsoft Windows 7 system files will become corrupted. A simple scan can fix these system errors. This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by Mark W. 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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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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Create a Windows XP and 7 dual-boot system staged for an easy migration
Oct 2009
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use Easeus Partition Master Home Edition to easily resize your existing Windows XP partition and then...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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Capture unallocated disk space from an XP to Windows 7 dual-boot migration
Nov 2009
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use Partition Wizard Home Edition to redistribute unallocated space at the beginning of the hard disk back...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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What Windows 7 means for IT pros
Nov 2009
More and more companies are looking at Windows 7 with an eye toward migrating from XP or Vista -- and IT pros in all capacities are likely to be affected to some degree. This collection of...
Provided by TechRepublic
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10 things I'd like to see in the next version of Windows
Nov 2009
Now that IT pros have started kicking the Windows 7 tires, it makes sense to consider the next round of improvements. Alan Norton shares his list of the changes he hopes to see.This download is...
Provided by Alan Norton
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Microsoft Office 2010: An Overview of the Core Applications
Nov 2009
This series looks at each of the core Office 2010 applications and highlights the most notable changes...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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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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Explore the Windows 7 Application Compatibility List for IT Professionals
Nov 2009
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz examines the Windows 7 Application Compatibility List for IT Professionals spreadsheet and provides you with an overview of...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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 full advantage of Jump Lists in Windows 7 with these tips
Dec 2009
In this edition of the Windows Vista & 7 Report, Greg Shultz describes the basics of how Windows 7's Jump List feature works. Then, he provides a host of tips that will show you how to really take...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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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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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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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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How do I connect to a remote Windows 7 desktop from a Linux machine?
Feb 2010
Doing remote work on a Windows 7 machine does not have to be limited to using another Windows 7 machine. Jack Wallen shows you how to connect to a Windows 7 machine remotely from a Linux desktop....
Provided by Jack Wallen
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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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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 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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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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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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Get access to Windows XP Mode via Windows Anytime Upgrade
Mar 2010
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz discusses concerns raised in last week's download regarding the availability of Windows XP mode in versions of Windows 7 in...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Windows Activation Technologies: An Unauthorized Inside Look
Mar 2010
Since Microsoft rolled out its controversial KB971033 anti-piracy update for Windows 7, most everything you've read so far has been based on what Microsoft said it was going to do. But what does...
Provided by Ed Bott
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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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How do I uninstall applications from Windows with Revo Uninstaller?
Apr 2010
If you are one of those users who prefer to make sure every part of an application is removed, or perhaps you just want a little extra from you uninstaller, you should take a look at Revo...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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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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Troubleshoot a wireless connection in Windows 7 with a firmware upgrade
Apr 2010
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz chronicles his trials and tribulations in a troubleshooting expedition regarding a flaky wireless network connection. This...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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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
