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Make the Windows Key a good habit in Windows 7
January 27, 2011, 12:00am PST
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...
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The TaskList Gadget
February 19, 2010, 12:00am PST
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...
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Make the Choice command work for you even in Windows 7
October 20, 2010, 12:00am PDT
You can use the batch file command Choice to make your batch files interactive. Greg Shultz shows how it can come in handy even in Windows 7 with an example batch file that automates the IP...
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100 keyboard shortcuts for moving faster in Windows 7
October 9, 2009, 12:00am PDT
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...
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The Route Gadget
October 28, 2009, 12:00am PDT
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.
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The Netstat Gadget
November 13, 2009, 12:00am PST
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...
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The PathPing Gadget
October 16, 2009, 12:00am PDT
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...
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The ARP Gadget
November 25, 2009, 12:00am PST
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...
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Windows 7 Professional feature to feature comparison chart
October 13, 2009, 12:00am PDT
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...
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10 cool things you can do with a USB flash drive
August 5, 2009, 12:00am PDT
Your USB flash drive can do a whole lot more than just move data around. Greg Shultz introduces a variety of creative ways to put that drive to good use.This download is also available as an entry...
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How do I create and configure a network with Windows 7 HomeGroup?
December 9, 2009, 12:00am PST
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz investigates the HomeGroup feature of Windows 7 and shows you how to create, configure, and take advantage of it in your home...
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10 free Microsoft programs worth checking out
October 15, 2009, 12:00am PDT
If you know where to look, you can find a variety of useful software - free from Microsoft. Greg Shultz introduces a few of his favorites.This download is also available as an entry in our 10...
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Will 2011 be the year of the Windows 7 Tablet PC?
December 21, 2010, 12:00am PST
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...
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Unlock missing screen saver configuration settings in Windows 7
April 22, 2010, 12:00am PDT
In Windows 7, there are no settings that you can configure to customize the display of the Bubbles, Ribbons, or Mystify screen savers. In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report,...
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The XCopy Tool
December 19, 2009, 12:00am PST
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...
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Convert Windows XP into a Windows 7 Virtual Machine with Disk2vhd
September 17, 2010, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Use Windows 7 Event Viewer to track down issues that cause slower boot times
October 21, 2010, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use some of the new features in Windows 7's Event Viewer to investigate boot time and track down issues that can cause a...
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Learn how the Windows 7 Multiple Local Group Policy feature works
May 3, 2011, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz explains how Multiple Local Group Policy works in Windows 7.
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Cheat sheet: 100 Windows keyboard shortcuts
April 9, 2012, 12:00am PDT
Navigating Microsoft Windows 8 is going to require a bit of re-training. Why not get a head start with a cheat sheet of 100 keyboard shortcuts.
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Illustrated walk-through: Creating a bootable USB flash drive for Windows XP
February 16, 2007, 12:00am PST
A bootable flash drive can come in handy--but trying to create one might have you pulling out your hair. Windows expert Greg Shultz shares the method he followed, from configuring the BIOS to...
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Take advantage of the Problem Steps Recorder in Windows 7
April 27, 2011, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how the Windows 7's Problem Steps Recorder works and how it can help you troubleshoot.
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Drill down on the best search results in Windows Explorer by using filters
March 2, 2011, 12:00am PST
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.
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Make life easier by tagging your files in Windows 7
March 23, 2011, 12:00am PDT
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.
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Exert your control with GodMode folders in Windows 7
January 13, 2010, 12:00am PST
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...
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Take advantage of Windows 7's Disk Defragmenter to get detailed drive data
August 19, 2010, 12:00am PDT
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...
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How do I... Install Windows Vista in a dual-boot configuration along with Windows XP?
February 8, 2007, 12:00am PST
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...
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Add the Copy To and Move To folder commands to the Windows Explorer context menu
May 7, 2010, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Move your Windows XP installation into Windows 7 with VMware
June 17, 2010, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use free VMware tools to move your entire Windows XP installation into Windows 7. This download is also available as an...
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Create a USB Flash Drive Windows Password Reset Disk
April 20, 2011, 12:00am PDT
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.
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Troubleshoot a wireless connection in Windows 7 with a firmware upgrade
April 14, 2010, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Tap into the power of Libraries in Windows 7
October 14, 2009, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Access the real Administrator account in Windows 7
January 20, 2011, 12:00am PST
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...
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Put the Classic Start menu in Windows 7 with Classic Shell
February 2, 2010, 12:00am PST
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...
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Windows Vista IPConfig Gadget
September 16, 2009, 12:00am PDT
After building his Vista IP Configuration Tool, Greg Shultz responded to member requests and created this Sidebar gadget to make things even easier.For a little background on the tool, see Greg's...
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Change and customize Windows 7's Logon screen wallpaper
February 23, 2010, 12:00am PST
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...
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Use special codes to add commands to the Windows Explorer Command Bar
February 3, 2011, 12:00am PST
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.
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Create your own Classic Start Menu in Windows 7
January 6, 2011, 12:00am PST
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...
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Add the tabbed user interface feature to Windows 7
April 5, 2011, 12:00am PDT
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.
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Configure a USB flash drive to be a Windows 7 installation platform
August 18, 2009, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Achieve better performance by fine tuning the Windows 7 Search Index
March 31, 2011, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to delve in and begin tuning the Windows 7 Search Index.
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Cheat sheet: 100 Windows keyboard shortcuts
April 9, 2012, 12:00am PDT
Navigating Microsoft Windows 8 is going to require a bit of re-training. Why not get a head start with a cheat sheet of 100 keyboard shortcuts.
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Make the Choice command work for you even in Windows 7
October 20, 2010, 12:00am PDT
You can use the batch file command Choice to make your batch files interactive. Greg Shultz shows how it can come in handy even in Windows 7 with an example batch file that automates the IP...
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Learn how the Windows 7 Multiple Local Group Policy feature works
May 3, 2011, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz explains how Multiple Local Group Policy works in Windows 7.
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Take advantage of the Problem Steps Recorder in Windows 7
April 27, 2011, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how the Windows 7's Problem Steps Recorder works and how it can help you troubleshoot.
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Create a USB Flash Drive Windows Password Reset Disk
April 20, 2011, 12:00am PDT
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.
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Use Svchost Viewer to decipher running processes in Windows
April 14, 2011, 12:00am PDT
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.
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Add the tabbed user interface feature to Windows 7
April 5, 2011, 12:00am PDT
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.
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Achieve better performance by fine tuning the Windows 7 Search Index
March 31, 2011, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to delve in and begin tuning the Windows 7 Search Index.
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Use a registry tweak to disable the Windows Mobility Center
March 29, 2011, 12:00am PDT
To disable the Windows Mobility Center you only need to make one tweak to the Windows Registry file. Mark Kaelin shows you how in this Quick Tip.
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Make life easier by tagging your files in Windows 7
March 23, 2011, 12:00am PDT
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.
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Take advantage of Windows 7 Group By and Filter features
March 16, 2011, 12:00am PDT
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.
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Use the Windows Explorer Arrange by feature to weed through your files
March 10, 2011, 12:00am PST
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.
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Drill down on the best search results in Windows Explorer by using filters
March 2, 2011, 12:00am PST
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.
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Put the Up Button back on the Windows 7 Explorer Command Bar
February 24, 2011, 12:00am PST
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.
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When it comes to Windows Explorer breadcrumb navigation is better than the Up button
February 17, 2011, 12:00am PST
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.
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Modify the Command Bar for all folders Windows Explorer
February 10, 2011, 12:00am PST
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.
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Use special codes to add commands to the Windows Explorer Command Bar
February 3, 2011, 12:00am PST
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.
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Make the Windows Key a good habit in Windows 7
January 27, 2011, 12:00am PST
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...
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Access the real Administrator account in Windows 7
January 20, 2011, 12:00am PST
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...
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Take advantage of Windows 7 Gadgets to create room on the Taskbar
January 12, 2011, 12:00am PST
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...
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Create your own Classic Start Menu in Windows 7
January 6, 2011, 12:00am PST
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...
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Will 2011 be the year of the Windows 7 Tablet PC?
December 21, 2010, 12:00am PST
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...
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Customize Windows 7 HomeGroup with a new name and a new icon
December 15, 2010, 12:00am PST
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...
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Remove Favorites from Windows Explorer in Windows 7
December 9, 2010, 12:00am PST
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...
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Remove HomeGroup from Windows Explorer in Windows 7
December 1, 2010, 12:00am PST
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...
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Remove Libraries from Windows Explorer in Windows 7
November 24, 2010, 12:00am PST
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...
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Work around these Windows Live Messenger 2011 annoyances
November 18, 2010, 12:00am PST
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...
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Identify and get detailed information about processes in Windows 7
November 11, 2010, 12:00am PST
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use Windows Task Manager to track down detailed information about any process running in Microsoft Windows 7. This...
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New troubleshooting features in the Windows 7 System Configuration tool
November 2, 2010, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Use Robocopy's multi-threaded feature to quickly backup your data in Windows 7
October 26, 2010, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Use Windows 7 Event Viewer to track down issues that cause slower boot times
October 21, 2010, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use some of the new features in Windows 7's Event Viewer to investigate boot time and track down issues that can cause a...
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Better troubleshooting capabilities with Windows 7 Event Viewer
October 14, 2010, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz introduces you to some of the new troubleshooting features found in Microsoft Windows 7 Event Viewer. This download is also available as...
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Investigate memory usage with Windows 7 Resource Monitor
October 5, 2010, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use the detailed information displayed in Windows 7 Resource Monitor to investigate memory usage. This download is also...
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Learn how to use the Windows 7 Resource Monitor for effective troubleshooting
September 29, 2010, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz explores the Windows 7 Resource Monitor's features with the goal being to teach you how the tool can be used to troubleshoot...
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Track stability in Windows 7 with the Reliability Monitor
September 22, 2010, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz provides you with an overview of the Windows 7 Reliability Monitor and shows you how to use it to track the behavior of your system over...
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Convert Windows XP into a Windows 7 Virtual Machine with Disk2vhd
September 17, 2010, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Analyze Windows XP memory usage with a customized version of Performance Monitor
September 13, 2010, 12:00am PDT
Greg Shultz shows how to create a customized Windows XP Performance Monitor console to track memory usage and interpret the results. This download is also available as an entry in the...
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Answers to some common questions about Symbolic Links
September 9, 2010, 12:00am PDT
In this week's edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz provides detailed answers to the most common questions he received last week about symbolic links. This download is also...
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Be more efficient and better organized with the MKLink symbolic link tool
September 1, 2010, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz explains in detail what a symbolic link is and shows you how to use the MKLink in Microsoft Windows 7 to simply file management. This...
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Troubleshoot problem applications with Windows 7 Program Compatibility tools
August 26, 2010, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz takes a closer look at the Program Compatibility Assistant, which is designed to automatically run when it detects an older program that...
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