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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...
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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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Evaluate the efficiency of Windows 7 Power Plan settings
Nov 2009
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz examines the Windows 7 Power Plans. He then shows you how to use Windows 7's PowerCfg command line tool to evaluate the...
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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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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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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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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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...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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10 things that drive me crazy about current operating systems
Jul 2010
It's no secret that today's operating systems have their share of problems. Jack Wallen describes the issues that frustrate him the most (and he doesn't spare Linux).This download is also...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Get better organized with the Maple flat file database application
Jul 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz introduces us to Maple from Crystal Office Systems and the powerful tool one can find in a flat-file publisher. This download is also...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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: 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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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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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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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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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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Make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's December 2011 patches
Dec 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's December 2011 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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Stop unfairly comparing Vista to its predecessor and its successor
Dec 2008
Microsoft Windows Vista is the current operating system everyone loves to hate. The argument against Vista is that Windows XP is better or that Windows 7 will be better. In this Windows Vista...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Explore the new Taskbar features in Windows 7 Beta
Jan 2009
There are a lot of things in the Windows 7 Beta operating system that are pretty much the same as in Vista, but there are a lot of new and exciting features and changes. In this edition of the...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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More user options with User Account Control in Windows 7 Beta
Jan 2009
In order to improve UAC's image while still providing this type of security, Microsoft has modified UAC in Windows 7 Beta to give more control to the user when deciding how UAC works. In this...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Top 10 changes to security in Windows 7
Jan 2009
The Windows 7 buzz encompasses a host of interface enhancements, but there are plenty of new and improved security features as well. Here's a rundown of 10 key changes you should know about.This...
Provided by Kris Littlejohn
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Migrate to Windows 7 from an XP dual-boot configuration
Oct 2009
In this edition of the Windows Vista & Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to safely undo a Windows XP and Windows 7 dual-boot system so that you can complete your migration from Windows...
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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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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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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Windows 7 installation flowchart
Oct 2009
A successful Windows 7 migration begins with careful planning and decision making. Rick Vanover built a flowchart to guide you through each step.For more information on Windows 7 migration and...
Provided by Rick Vanover
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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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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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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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An IT Pro's Overview of Windows 7
Oct 2009
The release of Windows 7 is a significant event for most IT pros. This comprehensive overview of the new tools and features will tell you what you can expect from the new OS and help you make a...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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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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100 keyboard shortcuts for moving faster in Windows 7
Oct 2009
You don't have to experiment to find out which traditional shortcuts still work in Windows 7 -- or search for ones that have been added to the new OS. Just refer to this quick reference to speed...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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The Windows Ecosystem Readiness Program ensures compatibility for Windows 7
Oct 2009
In addition to improving the overall performance of the new operating system, Microsoft has put a great deal of effort into making sure that Windows 7 is extremely compatible with new and existing...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Use System Restore to overcome a lost Administrator password
Sep 2009
In this edition of the Microsoft Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use System Restore and a Windows DVD to revive a system with a lost Administrator password. This...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Expand the number of Windows 7 installs with bootable VHDs
Sep 2009
Microsoft has made available several techniques that you can use to create a bootable Windows 7 VHDs that run like a dual boot setup. In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report,...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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10 reasons why Windows 7 could fail
Sep 2009
The reviews of Windows 7 have thus far been favorable -- so why does Jack Wallen think the new OS may tank? Here's his take on the impending release.This download is also available as an entry in...
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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Go fast on the Web with IE8 Accelerators
Sep 2009
Accelerators can shave tons of time off your everyday browser tasks. Greg Shultz introduces this feature and explains how to get the most out of it.This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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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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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 manage Windows devices with Device Remover?
Aug 2009
The built-in Microsoft Windows tools for assessing the condition of attached USB devices are barely adequate. This is where a tool like Device Remover can fill in the gaps. Jack Wallen shows you...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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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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Microsoft Windows 7 final pricing is revealed and analyzed
Aug 2009
The pricing for Microsoft Windows 7 has been finalized. In his weekly Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz takes closer look at how much it will cost you to upgrade to Windows 7. This...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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10 reasons why Windows 7's XP Mode is a big deal
Aug 2009
Windows 7 features a new twist: XP Mode, which lets you run your Windows XP apps without compatibility issues. Brien Posey explains why XP Mode is significant and outlines its benefits.This...
Provided by Brien Posey
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The RTM version of Windows 7 is ready, but are you ready for it?
Jul 2009
Microsoft has announced that Windows 7 is now at the Release to Manufacturing stage of the development process, which means the retail version of the latest Windows operating system is imminent....
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Microsoft Windows 7 pricing deals spark interest and controversy
Jul 2009
The pricing structure of Microsoft Windows 7 is generating plenty of talk in the blogosphere. In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz separates rumor from fact to...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Blog from the Windows desktop with Live Writer?
Jul 2009
Windows Live Writer gives you the tools that allow you to work with your blog on the fly, and do it without having to have a network connection. Jack Wallen explains how it works. This download...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Legacy compatibility is a reality with Virtual Windows XP in Windows 7
Jul 2009
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz shows you how some of the new features in Windows Virtual PC and Virtual Windows XP make using Windows XP applications in...
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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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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10 improvements in Windows 7 Media Center
Jun 2009
Windows Media Center began gaining fans when Microsoft added it to the Home Premium and Ultimate editions of Vista. Windows 7 is expanding this availability -- complete with a new look and...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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Microsoft bows to feedback and brings back real file backup in Windows 7
May 2009
In Windows 7, Microsoft has retooled the backup utility and bought back the ability to choose exactly which files and folders that you want to backup. In this edition of the Windows Vista and...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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Secure your USB drives with BitLocker To Go for Windows 7
May 2009
With the huge increase in the use of very small, large capacity, USB drives, the potential for sensitive data to be lost or stolen has really become more of a problem. In this edition of the...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Get ready for Windows 7 RC with this FAQ
May 2009
The release candidate version of Windows 7 has been released by Microsoft indicating that the full retail release is imminent. In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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10 questions to consider when planning a Windows 7 upgrade
Apr 2009
Whether you're eagerly awaiting the upgrade to Windows 7 or you just want to know what to expect if and when you do, there are lots of factors to keep in mind. Deb Shinder addresses some of the...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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Is Microsoft shooting its other foot with Windows 7 on netbooks?
Apr 2009
With the release of Microsoft Windows 7 set to occur in 2009, it leads one to contemplate the possibility of Windows 7 as a netbook operating system. In this week's Windows Vista and Windows 7...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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 a closer look at Windows 7's Jump List feature
Apr 2009
Jump Lists are a new feature in Microsoft Windows 7 that are designed to make it easier to find what you want and perform common operations associated with an application. In this edition of the...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Some big changes are coming for Windows Explorer in Windows 7
Mar 2009
The Microsoft Windows 7 team has spent a great deal of time and effort on honing the user interface in Windows Explorer. In this issue of the Microsoft Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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Learn how the Windows 7 Multiple Local Group Policy feature works
May 2011
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz explains how Multiple Local Group Policy works in Windows 7.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Secure your USB drives with BitLocker To Go for Windows 7
May 2009
With the huge increase in the use of very small, large capacity, USB drives, the potential for sensitive data to be lost or stolen has really become more of a problem. In this edition of the...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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... Create an installation flash drive for Windows 7?
Mar 2009
Installing any Windows operating system from a flash drive does not require third-party tools. Steven Warren shows you a no nonsense approach to creating a flash key drive that you can use to...
Provided by Steven Warren
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Use Bootsect to extract Vista or Windows 7 from a dual-boot configuration
Feb 2009
You can use the Bootsect command to remove the Windows Boot Manager and its Boot Configuration Data system from the boot partition of a hard drive and replace it with Windows XP's NTLDR boot...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Take a closer look at Windows 7's Jump List feature
Apr 2009
Jump Lists are a new feature in Microsoft Windows 7 that are designed to make it easier to find what you want and perform common operations associated with an application. In this edition of the...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Explore the Problem Steps Recorder in Windows 7
Jan 2009
The Problem Steps Recorder will record each and every step a user takes and document the entire operation in both screen captures and step-by-step details. This new Microsoft Windows 7 tool will...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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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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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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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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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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The XCopy Tool
Dec 2009
The XCopy command has risen from the ashes of deprecation to save you time and make your file management tasks easier. This tool automates the process for XP, Vista, and Windows 7.Visit our...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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 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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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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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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The Netstat Gadget
Nov 2009
The Netstat utility can help solve vexing connectivity issues - but its command-line interface isn't for everyone. This free Vista / Windows 7 gadget makes the tool much easier to use. Visit our...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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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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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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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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Discover the hidden gems found in the Windows 7 calculator
Mar 2010
Check out some of the new features found hidden in the menu tree of the Microsoft Windows 7 calculator applet, you may be surprised. This download is also available as a TechRepublic blog post...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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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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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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10 things you should know about DirectAccess
Feb 2010
DirectAccess is promising to take remote access to a new level. Here's a look at what it offers and how it works.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Deb Shinder
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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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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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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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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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Keep tabs on ReadyBoost with Windows 7's Performance Monitor
Mar 2010
To see ReadyBoost in action, you're going to have to keep tabs on it with Windows 7's Performance Monitor. In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Tools & Templates
The Route Gadget
Oct 2009
This handy gadget offers the diagnostic benefits of the Route command without the command-line hassles. Visit our Microsoft Windows blog for more Windows information and resources.
Provided by Greg Shultz
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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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