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Uncover hardware that the Windows XP Device Manager hides
Mar 2005
For administrators and help desk techs, one of the most challenging hardware troubleshooting issues in Windows XP is the fact that the Device Manager hides non-Plug and Play devices as well as...
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Troubleshoot Windows XP and Windows applications
Apr 2006
This sample chapter, taken from Leo Laporte's PC Help Desk, offers troubleshooting solutions for Windows XP and Windows applications. This sample chapter, taken from Leo Laporte's PC Help Desk,...
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Tech Tips for Windows XP Professional, Second Edition: Backup and Recovery chapter
Jul 2005
Windows XP's much more stable than previous Windows clients, but occasionally things still go wrong. Viruses and spyware wreak havoc. Sometimes users corrupt critical files and settings (ever have...
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Hacking Windows XP and Windows Server 2003
Jan 2006
Learn how to recognize and fight common Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 hacking techniques. This sample chapter, taken from McGraw-Hill's Hacking Exposed, Fifth Edition, provides detailed...
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Permissions and File Sharing Chapter from Small Office Networking, Second Edition
Jul 2005
FREE Chapter download from SMALL OFFICE NETWORKING, SECOND EDITION.Everyone's talking about security. But actually doing something about it is another issue altogether. The topic's so important,...
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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 secure Internet Explorer with IEController?
May 2010
There are times when you have to use Internet Explorer. For those instances, you may want to make sure that IE is as safe as possible with IEController. This download is also available as an...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: July 2010
Jul 2010
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's July 2010 patches in your organization. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Justin James
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Move your entire Windows XP installation into Windows 7 with Paragon Go Virtual
Aug 2010
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use Paragon Go Virtual, which is a free tool, to move your Windows XP installation into Windows 7 and run it with...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Program powerful Excel solutions with VBA: A close look at the Application object
Jun 2006
Users know Excel is a powerful platform for solving complex calculations and presenting results. But Programming Excel with VBA and .NET demonstrates how Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) can be...
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How do I... Add Macs To A Windows Workgroup?
Aug 2006
It is a reality that enterprise networks will include various machines using various operating systems. For system administers, keeping all of the network components connected and working together...
Provided by Erik Eckel
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How do I... Provide remote assistance on computers behind a NAT device?
Nov 2006
Although Microsoft Windows doesn't natively support NAT traversal for remote assistance sessions, there is a way that you can provide remote assistance to someone who is behind a NAT firewall....
Provided by Brien Posey
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Add Vista-like search capabilities to Windows XP
Mar 2007
Sure, Vista has Instant Search. But Windows XP supports Windows Desktop Search, which provides similar capabilities. Deb Shinder offers this detailed look at how to obtain and install this free...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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How do I... Use BootVis to improve XP boot performance?
Jul 2008
Windows XP was designed to optimize the boot process so users can boot their machines and access the operating system as quickly as possible. For the most part, XP is successful. There is,...
Provided by Jim McIntyre
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How do I... Recover a damaged Windows XP user profile?
Aug 2008
A user profile on a Windows XP system contains all the files and settings needed to configure your work environment. If the user profile becomes damaged, The operating system will then...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Use templates to simplify network monitoring with Packet Analyzer?
Oct 2008
Packet Analyzer is one of the finest network traffic monitors available. This application is one of those tools that will quickly become your best friend in your network toolkit. One of the...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Top 10 Windows XP tips of 2008
Dec 2008
TechRepublic has written thousands of tips, tweaks, tricks, and hacks since Windows XP first appeared on the scene -- and this year has been no exception. To wind up 2008, we put together this...
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How do I... Organize my Windows desktop with Fences?
Feb 2009
A cluttered desktop is an inefficient workspace. If you have numerous icons littering your desktop hunting for the one you need can often tick away priceless moments. However, there are...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Ultimate PC Preventive Maintenance Checklist
Nov 2005
To head off computer equipment failure, performance degradation, and system problems, support professionals need to follow a regular maintenance routine. This checklist covers 50 essential tasks...
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How do I... Hunt down hard disk resource hogs?
Jun 2009
Find out how to narrow your search for the cause of system slowdowns by configuring the Performance Monitor and Task Manager to reveal rogue processes that can tie up valuable system resources....
Provided by Brien Posey
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Maximize the Performance of Windows XP
Feb 2005
Here is an in-depth 62-page chapter from the O'Reilly book Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks, 2nd Edition. It contains a collection of "tips, secrets, and solutions" that administrators can use to...
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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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10 PowerToys that complete the Windows toolset and save you precious time
Sep 2005
The Windows XP PowerToys are set of time-saving applications and utilities that you can download and install for free from Microsoft. The default configuration of Microsoft's Windows XP operating...
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How do I... Install SQL Server 2005 Express Edition and SQL Server Management Studio Express?
Aug 2006
With the release of SQL Server 2005 Express Edition and the SQL Server Management Studio Express, Microsoft has entered the small, free database market with a splash trumping even their own...
Provided by Scott Lowe
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Learn to surf the Web anonymously
Mar 2005
Anonymity has nearly become a thing of the past on the Internet. With cookies, adware, and spyware, most users are constantly being tracked when they surf the Internet. This can pose a variety of...
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How do I get a complete list of loaded drivers with DriverView?
Aug 2009
If you are one of those users who want to know exactly what is going on in their computer system, then DriverViewer is one application you want to have in your toolbox. DriverViewer is free tool...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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10 things you should do before, during, and after reinstalling Windows
Oct 2008
There are some very good reasons why you might want to reinstall Microsoft Windows. Whether it is 2000, XP or Vista, the registry can become corrupted or it can accumulate settings for programs...
Provided by Alan Norton
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Change the registered owner of Windows with this Registry tweak
Apr 2005
With every installation of Windows, you have to supply an owner name and company name for the system. However, if you transfer the system to a different user and need to change that information...
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101 Microsoft Windows XP Tips, Tweaks, and Hacks You Need to Know
May 2009
Keep Windows XP machines running at peak performance with these tips, tweaks and hacks! These tips will help you achieve better performance, troubleshoot problems, and properly configure your...
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SharePoint 2007: Using Microsoft Word with SharePoint Server 2007
Jul 2009
Microsoft Word 2007 has been designed in a way that allows it to interact directly with SharePoint. In many instances, it is possible for users to interact with the document library without even...
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SharePoint 2007: Establish Policies for SP 07 Server Deployment
Jul 2009
The most important part of your SharePoint 2007 deployment is the planning, documentation, and implementation processes that you establish up front. Setting your goals and preparing carefully will...
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SharePoint 2007: Planning Libraries and Lists in SharePoint 2007
Aug 2009
This download explains the differences between lists and libraries in SharePoint 2007 and provides some pointers about when it is appropriate to use each type. it also covers the various types of...
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How do I use Zback as an easy portable backup system?
Nov 2009
With its small footprint in a self-contained executable file, Zback can be a good choice for a portable backup system. Jack Wallen shows you how. This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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How do I use TrueCrypt for on-the-fly encryption?
Dec 2009
TrueCrypt creates an encrypted container that holds the file(s) you are working so that every file within the container is encrypted. This download is also available as an entry in the...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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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...
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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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How do I use Regedit to ease the pain of an enterprise wide software install?
Apr 2010
In answer to a challenge put for in the TechRepublic Discussion Forums, a member offers his tip for making the installation of software across many workstations easier with a well-conceived...
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Registration Changer executable file
Oct 2002
It's time-consuming to change registry information, so Greg Shultz developed an application that uses Windows Script Host and VBScript to quickly change the registration information displayed on...
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Windows XP Device Manager Error Code Help File
Jul 2003
Save the time you would spend digging through TechNet or the Windows XP Professional Resource Kit for Windows XP error codes. This handy Help file contains definitions and troubleshooting tips for...
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Use DropBox to seamlessly sync files
Oct 2008
Vincent Danen introduces open source DropBox, a file synchronization service that works for Linux, Mac OS X, and Windows clients. DropBox can be used to share documents, configuration files,...
Provided by Vincent Danen
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How do I... Block IP addresses with Peer Guardian 2?
Oct 2008
Network security doesn't end with the installation of a firewall or any automated security package. There are times when you'll need to block certain ranges of IP addresses (or known hosts) based...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Debrief and Defend: Choosing Windows XP over Vista
Oct 2008
Released in October 2001, Windows XP has proven stable, dependable and compatible. Despite a comprehensive third service pack collection of updates and patches and continued reliability and...
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10 things you should do before, during, and after reinstalling Windows
Oct 2008
There are some very good reasons why you might want to reinstall Microsoft Windows. Whether it is 2000, XP or Vista, the registry can become corrupted or it can accumulate settings for programs...
Provided by Alan Norton
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How do I... Use templates to simplify network monitoring with Packet Analyzer?
Oct 2008
Packet Analyzer is one of the finest network traffic monitors available. This application is one of those tools that will quickly become your best friend in your network toolkit. One of the...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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How do I... Stop Windows XP from nagging me about updates?
Sep 2008
TechRepublic member Riggy001 decided not to apply Windows XP SP3, but the operating system continued to nag him about it. After much wrangling, Riggy001 was given a procedure that removed that...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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How do I... Run Linux/UNIX clients on Windows with XWin32 Live?
Sep 2008
Jack Wallen wrote previously about how you can open (and use) Linux applications in Windows using a combination of PuTTY and XWin32. He is happy to report that XWin32 Live reduces previous...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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How do I ... Enable Spambayes filtering in Thunderbird for Windows?
Sep 2008
The Thunderbird e-mail client is an outstanding piece of cross-platform, open source software. But one area where Thunderbird can use a little improvement is its Spam protection. Spambayes is a...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Bubba
Aug 2008
Arguably the most infamous product to ever come out of Redmond was Microsoft Bob. Bob was Microsoft's attempt to create an easier to use interface for Windows 3.1 and Windows 95. It was the Edsel...
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How do I... Recover a damaged Windows XP user profile?
Aug 2008
A user profile on a Windows XP system contains all the files and settings needed to configure your work environment. If the user profile becomes damaged, The operating system will then...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Run Linux applications in Windows XP?
Aug 2008
There are many reasons why an administrator would want to be able to run Linux GUI applications from a Windows machine. Say, for example, you have a GUI-enabled Linux server that you run headless....
Provided by Jack Wallen
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How do I... Scan a hard drive for sensitive data with Spider?
Aug 2008
There are many reasons why you would want to do a thorough scan on a PC for specific data. However, large capacity hard drives can be difficult to scan without the right tool. One of the better...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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How do I... Create a Suspend Mode shortcut in Windows XP?
Aug 2008
You don't need third-party software or expensive keyboards to quickly put your Microsoft Windows XP personal computer into Suspend Mode. All you need is a special shortcut. Greg Shultz shows you...
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How do I... Set up multiple network interfaces in Windows XP?
Aug 2008
The age of a single network interface with a single IP address assigned to it is a thing of the past in many situations. As more networks are rolled out and more computers are shipped with...
Provided by Scott Lowe
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How do I... Install and use PktFilter to secure Windows?
Jul 2008
PktFilter is an open source (distributed under the BSD license), command-line security tool designed to allow the user to configure the IPv4 filtering driver for Windows 2000, XP, and Server 2003....
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Extract troubleshooting info from Windows XP BSOD error messages
May 2010
When a serious system crash triggers a Stop error, deciphering the information displayed on the dreaded BSOD will expedite your troubleshooting efforts. Windows expert Greg Shultz explains how to...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Use BootVis to improve XP boot performance?
Jul 2008
Windows XP was designed to optimize the boot process so users can boot their machines and access the operating system as quickly as possible. For the most part, XP is successful. There is,...
Provided by Jim McIntyre
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Get better system information from the Help and Support Center
Jul 2008
Microsoft Windows XP's alternate System Information tool is your one-stop center for information about your system hardware and software. Greg Shultz explains how to navigate to this useful system...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Permanently set your flash drive's default AutoPlay action
Jul 2008
AutoPlay can be fickle when it comes to determining the default action for opening files from your flash drive. Here's how to configure Windows XP to bypass AutoPlay and automatically launch...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Recover Linux data files with a Windows tool?
Jul 2008
Recovering data from a hard drive with corrupted partition table created by the Linux operating system is not something you do every day. However, DiskInternals makes a tool called Linux Reader...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Get a better view of the Windows XP Tree command with Word
Jul 2008
Using the Tree command to research the folders on your Microsoft Windows XP hard disk can give you results fast -- too fast for your eye to catch. Greg Shultz explains how you can use Word to view...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Take advantage of the pinned items list in the XP Start Menu
Jun 2008
You're probably familiar with Start's left side menu -- but do you know why the program list is divided in two? Greg Shultz shows you need to know about the pinned items list found in the Start...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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10 Windows XP tricks and timesavers
Jun 2008
Here's the latest roundup of popular Windows XP tips from our Microsoft Windows blog, ranging from gathering MAC addresses to creating custom characters to removing resource-consuming device...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Replace a complex connection string with a DSN?
May 2008
Technically speaking, a Data Source Name (DSN) is an identifier to a data source for an Open Data Base Connectivity (ODBC) driver (library). ODBC is a function library that interfaces between the...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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How do I... Use the Office Clipboard instead of the Windows Clipboard?
May 2008
Most of us get by most of the time just using the basic Microsoft Windows Clipboard. Copying multiple items at the same time takes a bit more work. You can spend a lot of time switching between...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Make your Windows desktop more efficient with Aston
Apr 2008
You can perk up that stale Windows desktop with a interface shell replacement while, at the same time, making your desktop more useful. It's not as difficult as it might seem. Aston is a...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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How to secure your Windows computer and protect your privacy with free software
Oct 2008
This guide from Howard Fosdick explains many of the threats to your security and privacy you may encounter when you use Microsoft Windows. It describes these concerns in simple, non-technical...
Provided by Howard Fosdick
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Recovering Windows Clients
Mar 2008
Part of your job is to make sure that your users' PCs are healthy and reliable. And when a system crash occurs--whether the culprit is a rogue application or a bad driver or something as-yet...
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10+ ways to get more out of Windows XP
Jan 2008
You can get a lot more mileage out of Windows XP if you perform a few tweaks and tap into some timesaving tricks. These powerful tips range from using XP's built-in image resizing tool to creating...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Remote desktop to a Windows XP PC from Windows Vista
Jan 2008
Microsoft Windows Vista adds several layers of system security above and beyond what was used in Windows XP. In general, that is a good thing. However, those added layers of security sometimes...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Boost security by disabling these 10 Windows XP services
Nov 2007
As long as Microsoft Windows has been a network-capable operating system, it has come with quite a few services turned on by default. So it's a good idea for security-conscious users to shut down...
Provided by Chad Perrin
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How do I... Set the default envelope options in Word 2007?
Oct 2007
With the introduction of the ribbon interface of Microsoft Office 2007, some long-time users of the office suite have had trouble figuring out how to accomplish some of the most simple of tasks....
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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How do I... Configure and use LogMeIn Pro remote access software?
Oct 2007
The remote access configuration process is daunting. Everything from antivirus programs to flaky modems to firewalls can single-handedly derail remote connection attempts. Remote connection...
Provided by Erik Eckel
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Take charge of Windows XP with these 10+ power tips
Sep 2007
Everybody likes a good Windows XP tip -- something that eliminates an annoyance, streamlines a task, or offers useful customization of a particular feature. Of course, not all tips are ideal for...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I...Migrate from Outlook Express to Mozilla's Thunderbird?
Aug 2007
With the launch of Windows Vista, Microsoft replaced Outlook Express with Window's Mail. Window's Mail does not work in quite the same way Outlook Express does, and many people feel frustrated by...
Provided by Nicole Bremer Nash
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How do I... Add image thumbnails to Microsoft Windows Explorer?
Aug 2007
When you are dealing with a folder in Microsoft Windows containing numerous images, it is often very helpful to see thumbnail representations of those images in the Windows Explorer display. This...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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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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How do I... Turn off the CapsLock key on my keyboard?
Aug 2007
Sometimes, depending on the manufacturer and on the particular layout, your keyboard can be a great source of frustration. For TechRepublic reader Frank Reeves, the CapsLock key is the one that...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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How do I... Turn off overtype with the Insert key in Word permanently?
Aug 2007
Just about any application you use on a regular basis is going to have small annoyances that you want to go away. Microsoft Word is certainly not exempt from those annoying quirks. One of the most...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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How do I... Secure Microsoft Windows XP Professional?
Jul 2007
Many organizations, both large and small, are opting to keep with the tried and true Microsoft Windows XP Professional they have been using for the past several years. However, securing Microsoft...
Provided by Scott Lowe
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Deleting User Accounts Without Deleting Data Files
Jun 2006
When you delete a user account on Windows XP, you can also lose the user's data if you're not careful. This FastAnswer show you how to keep from losing data when deleting a profile. This...
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Assigning Keywords To Files
Jun 2006
XP's Search feature can help you find data files on a workstation quickly, but you can make it even faster. This FastAnswer shows how to add keywords to file to help Search find them faster. This...
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First Look: Microsoft Office 2007
Jun 2006
This presentation is based on Microsoft Office 2007 Beta 2 applications, offering a visual tour of some of the most significant enhancements. It is not intended to teach audience members how to...
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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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Program powerful Excel solutions with VBA: A close look at the Application object
Jun 2006
Users know Excel is a powerful platform for solving complex calculations and presenting results. But Programming Excel with VBA and .NET demonstrates how Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) can be...
Provided by O'Reilly Media
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Troubleshoot the Windows XP startup sequence
Jul 2006
Both casual users and experienced support technicians on occasion find themselves faced with unfamiliar and baffling Windows XP problems. It's Never Done That Before! A Guide to Troubleshooting...
Provided by No Starch Press
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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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TechRepublic's Power Checklist: Windows XP Network Troubleshooting
Jul 2006
Windows XP is pretty easy to connect to a network. Sometimes, however, things just go awry. That's when you need a strategy. This power checklist walks you through how to figure out what's wrong...
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Harness the Full Power of Windows XP
Jul 2006
The Harness the Full Power of Windows XP presentation is a prepackaged solution for basic Windows XP training. This pre-packaged presentation contains everything you need to instruct end users...
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Protect your Windows system from malicious attack with these three essential steps
Jul 2006
As personal computers become ever more powerful, complex, and connected, they also become more vulnerable to malicious attack. This sample chapter from Microsoft Windows XP Inside Out Deluxe,...
Provided by Microsoft Press
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How do I... Add Macs To A Windows Workgroup?
Aug 2006
It is a reality that enterprise networks will include various machines using various operating systems. For system administers, keeping all of the network components connected and working together...
Provided by Erik Eckel
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Recover from almost any registry error in Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP by using these backup tools
Aug 2006
Mistakes will happen, but you can recover from almost any registry error if you master the backup tools and features described in this sample chapter from Microsoft Windows Registry Guide, Second...
Provided by Microsoft Press
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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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How Do I... Connect Microsoft Windows systems to a Macintosh network?
Aug 2006
In the integrated world of information technology, personal computers running Microsoft Windows have to be connected to PCs running Mac OS X, even if it is a Macintosh network. In a previous...
Provided by Erik Eckel
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How do I... Create a user-defined function in Microsoft Excel
Oct 2006
Sometimes you find yourself in a situation where you can't get Microsoft Excel to do exactly what you want it to do without coding a complicated formula over and over again. Microsoft Excel allows...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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How do I... Apply local Windows XP restrictions with the Group Policy Console
Oct 2006
Keeping users focused, on track, and out of trouble is sometimes a dicey proposition. Since nothing is foolproof to a sufficiently talented fool, it's tough to keep users out of off-limit places...
Provided by Diana Huggins
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10 handy Windows XP efficiency tricks
Nov 2006
From speeding up Defrag to instantly creating a Restore Point to customizing the most frequently used programs on the Start menu, this collection of tips will help you gain more control over how...
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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Install, troubleshoot, and repair a Windows desktop operating system
Nov 2006
A desktop support technician must have expert knowledge of the hardware and software components involved in installing an operating system and of how they work together at each stage of the...
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How do I... Provide remote assistance on computers behind a NAT device?
Nov 2006
Although Microsoft Windows doesn't natively support NAT traversal for remote assistance sessions, there is a way that you can provide remote assistance to someone who is behind a NAT firewall....
Provided by Brien Posey
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Debrief and Defend: Windows Vista vs. Windows XP
Apr 2007
Windows Vista, the new operating system that replaces Windows XP, introduces a wide range of updates, features and security enhancements. With a new user interface, tools, utilities and numerous...
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How do I... Install Windows Vista in a dual-boot configuration along with Windows XP?
Feb 2007
Are you really excited about the prospect of experimenting with the new features in the Windows Vista operating system, but are not yet ready to give up your existing Windows XP installation? Greg...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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April 2011: Microsoft Patch Tuesday analysis
Apr 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's April 2011 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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Connect securely to Windows Vista Remote Desktop
Mar 2007
Windows Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) hasn't always had the best reputation for security. But since FIPS (Federal Information Processing Standard) grade security was added to Windows Server 2003...
Provided by George Ou
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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...
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10 Windows XP tips and tools to simplify your work
Mar 2007
Whether you're trying to iron out problems with users' systems or you just want to optimize your own PC, these tips will help you work more efficiently with Windows XP. Learn how to launch System...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Add Vista-like search capabilities to Windows XP
Mar 2007
Sure, Vista has Instant Search. But Windows XP supports Windows Desktop Search, which provides similar capabilities. Deb Shinder offers this detailed look at how to obtain and install this free...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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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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Make the right decision with Microsoft Patch Tuesday June 2011 patches
Jun 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's June 2011 patches in your organization.
Provided by Justin James
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SolutionBase: Changes to Product Activation and Volume Licensing
May 2007
Windows XP introduced Windows Product Activation, which helped Microsoft control piracy but became a bane to network administrators who installed and needed to activate Windows XP in large...
Provided by Brien Posey
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SolutionBase: Using the Replication Monitor to monitor your DNS servers
May 2007
Name resolution problems can occur if an Active Directory integrated zone on a DNS server and the Active Directory are not kept synchronized. Here's how you can use the Replication Monitor to...
Provided by Brien Posey
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How do I... Perform basic formatting in Excel 2007?
May 2007
Information presented in a spreadsheet can be more than a little bland. With some basic formatting techniques, however, the information you are trying to convey can be communicated much more...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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How do I... Turn off overtype with the Insert key in Word permanently?
Aug 2007
Just about any application you use on a regular basis is going to have small annoyances that you want to go away. Microsoft Word is certainly not exempt from those annoying quirks. One of the most...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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How do I... Turn off the CapsLock key on my keyboard?
Aug 2007
Sometimes, depending on the manufacturer and on the particular layout, your keyboard can be a great source of frustration. For TechRepublic reader Frank Reeves, the CapsLock key is the one that...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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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...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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How do I... Add image thumbnails to Microsoft Windows Explorer?
Aug 2007
When you are dealing with a folder in Microsoft Windows containing numerous images, it is often very helpful to see thumbnail representations of those images in the Windows Explorer display. This...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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How do I...Migrate from Outlook Express to Mozilla's Thunderbird?
Aug 2007
With the launch of Windows Vista, Microsoft replaced Outlook Express with Window's Mail. Window's Mail does not work in quite the same way Outlook Express does, and many people feel frustrated by...
Provided by Nicole Bremer Nash
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How do I... Configure and use LogMeIn Pro remote access software?
Oct 2007
The remote access configuration process is daunting. Everything from antivirus programs to flaky modems to firewalls can single-handedly derail remote connection attempts. Remote connection...
Provided by Erik Eckel
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How do I... Set the default envelope options in Word 2007?
Oct 2007
With the introduction of the ribbon interface of Microsoft Office 2007, some long-time users of the office suite have had trouble figuring out how to accomplish some of the most simple of tasks....
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Resource Center
Make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's November 2012 patches
Nov 2012
Deb Shinder gathers the information you need to make the right deploy decision when applying Microsoft's November 2012 patches in your organization.
Provided by Deb Shinder
