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10 Windows XP tips and tools to simplify your work
March 27, 2007, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Take charge of Windows XP with these 10+ power tips
September 7, 2007, 12:00am PDT
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...
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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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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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Windows Vista IP Configuration Tool
August 26, 2009, 12:00am PDT
Avoid the hassle of hitting the command line to run Vista's IPConfig command, with its expanded set of switches. This little GUI app makes the job a cinch.An article describing this tool is...
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10 customization tricks to save you time in Windows XP
June 19, 2006, 12:00am PDT
From adding Safe Mode to the Boot menu to including UNC information in the command prompt to displaying My Computer as a menu of drive options, this collection of tips will give you some great...
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Reap the benefits of Windows 7's Task Manager
June 3, 2010, 12:00am PDT
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...
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10 handy Windows XP efficiency tricks
November 8, 2006, 12:00am PST
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...
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10+ ways to get more out of Windows XP
January 28, 2008, 12:00am PST
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...
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Take a closer look at ReadyBoost features in Windows 7
March 17, 2010, 12:00am PDT
ReadyBoost is a still a part of the Microsoft Windows 7 operating system, so Greg Shultz examines its features in more detail in this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report. This...
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Tools to monitor memory usage in Windows 7
February 10, 2009, 12:00am PST
With Windows 7, there are some slight, but notable, changes in the way that memory usage is reported on the Performance tab of the Task Manager. In this issue of the Windows Vista and Windows 7...
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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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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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Improve multiple monitor support with DisplayFusion
July 22, 2009, 12:00am PDT
DisplayFusion allows you to really take advantage of multiple monitors by providing you with a host of features that will help you get the most out of a multiple monitor configuration. In this...
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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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Elevate privileges automatically with Elevation PowerToys
August 12, 2009, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows 7 and Windows Vista Report, Greg Shultz introduces you to the Elevation PowerToys for Microsoft Windows Vista and shows you how to use them to more easily launch...
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Quick Tip: Disable Snap in Windows 7
July 1, 2010, 12:00am PDT
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...
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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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Determine if your hardware can support Windows XP Mode in Windows 7
June 24, 2009, 12:00am PDT
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...
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How do I use a Windows 7 Virtual Hard Disk as a backup device?
June 9, 2010, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to create and use a virtual hard disk (VHD) as a backup device. This download is also available as an entry in the...
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10 Windows XP tricks and timesavers
June 9, 2008, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Run UAC restricted programs without the UAC prompt
July 1, 2008, 12:00am PDT
Greg Shultz shows you how to create a task in Task Scheduler that will launch an application with the highest available privileges in Microsoft Windows Vista, and then he shows you how to create 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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Configure a USB flash drive for Windows 7 installation: Revisited
September 2, 2009, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Gather detailed system information with Belarc Advisor
April 19, 2007, 12:00am PDT
If you've ever been tasked with gathering information about a computer for an inventory, before a hardware upgrade, or just to find out if all the most recent hotfixes have been installed, then...
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Get the most out of Windows XP Mode with these tips
March 4, 2010, 12:00am PST
While using Windows XP Mode and Windows Virtual PC is pretty straightforward, there are some tips that you can employ to get the most out of this winning combination. In this edition of the...
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10 antivirus programs for Windows 7
November 11, 2009, 12:00am PST
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...
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How do I make Windows 7 HomeGroup content accessible to Vista and XP?
December 16, 2009, 12:00am PST
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to grant Windows XP and Windows Vista systems access to the folder and printers shared in a Windows 7...
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The three application limit is out, Windows 7 Starter on netbooks is back in
June 10, 2009, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Uncover the performance benefits of the Favorite Links list in Vista
June 17, 2009, 12:00am PDT
It seems that many users are unaware of the navigational features of Microsoft Vista's Favorite Links list. In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz delves into the...
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10 things you should know about moving from Windows XP to Windows 7
September 4, 2009, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Extend default folder sharing capabilities in Windows 7 HomeGroup
December 15, 2009, 12:00am PST
One of the more useful features of the HomeGroup feature of Microsoft Windows 7 is the ability to extend folder sharing across the network beyond the default settings. Greg Shultz shows you how it...
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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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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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SolutionBase: Surveying the dual-core processor landscape
April 11, 2007, 12:00am PDT
Dual-core processors are almost standard equipment on laptops and desktops today. There are so many different kinds, however, that it can become confusing to understand how the processors differ....
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Get a handful of useful Windows Vista configuration tips and tricks
June 30, 2009, 12:00am PDT
Not everyone is going to jump on the Windows 7 bandwagon when it first arrives and many of you who made the move to Vista will stick with it for a while. Chances are good that you are still on the...
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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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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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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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The Choice command is back in Windows Vista
May 7, 2008, 12:00am PDT
Microsoft has put the Choice command back in Windows Vista and made it a bit more powerful. Since the Choice command can come in extremely handy in a lot of situations and because it has been...
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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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Get the Aero Snap feature for almost any version of Windows
August 12, 2010, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Move your entire Windows XP installation into Windows 7 with Paragon Go Virtual
August 4, 2010, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Get better organized with the Maple flat file database application
July 28, 2010, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Customize folder backgrounds in Windows Vista and Windows 7
July 22, 2010, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to install and use the Windows 7 Folder Background Changer. He also briefly revisits Windows 98 to take a look at the...
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Move your entire Windows XP installation into Windows 7 with Zinstall XP7
July 15, 2010, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to use Zinstall XP7 to move your Windows XP installation onto Windows 7. He focuses on the single- computer, in-place...
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Manage network logon credentials in Microsoft Windows
July 7, 2010, 12:00am PDT
In this Windows Desktop Report blog post, Greg Shultz introduces you to the Windows 7's Credential Manager and explains how it works. He also briefly examines the Stored User Names and Passwords...
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Quick Tip: Disable Snap in Windows 7
July 1, 2010, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Add Windows 7 themes and backgrounds for the July 4th holiday
June 29, 2010, 12:00am PDT
Greg Shultz is feeling patriotic for U.S. Independence Day and is expressing it with some tweaking of Windows 7 themes. He shows you how it's done. This download is also available as an entry in...
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Official support is ending so why are you still running Windows XP SP2?
June 23, 2010, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz provides more details on the looming official support deadline and what it will mean to Microsoft Windows XP SP2 users. This download is...
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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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How do I use a Windows 7 Virtual Hard Disk as a backup device?
June 9, 2010, 12:00am PDT
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to create and use a virtual hard disk (VHD) as a backup device. This download is also available as an entry in the...
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Reap the benefits of Windows 7's Task Manager
June 3, 2010, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Take advantage of Sticky Notes in Windows 7
May 26, 2010, 12:00am PDT
While the Sticky Notes applet may not be the most exciting feature in Microsoft Windows 7, there are actually a number situations where this little applet can come in handy. In this edition of the...
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Move the Recycle Bin to the Taskbar in Windows 7
May 19, 2010, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Take advantage of the Taskbar features in Windows 7
May 13, 2010, 12:00am PDT
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...
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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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Create a custom MMC to remotely troubleshoot Windows XP systems
May 5, 2010, 12:00am PDT
Remotely troubleshoot Microsoft Windows XP with the Device Manager and Event Viewer Microsoft Management Console (MMC) snap-ins.
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Move and Copy files the old tried and true way in Windows 7
April 27, 2010, 12:00am PDT
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...
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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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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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Check out the Windows 7 applet replacements in Windows Live Essentials
April 7, 2010, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Get management buy-in with the Windows 7 Upgrade Project Kit
March 31, 2010, 12:00am PDT
The Windows 7 Upgrade Project Kit offers a complete set of tools for creating a comprehensive Windows 7 upgrade plan. Greg Shultz explains.
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Keep tabs on ReadyBoost with Windows 7's Performance Monitor
March 24, 2010, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Take a closer look at ReadyBoost features in Windows 7
March 17, 2010, 12:00am PDT
ReadyBoost is a still a part of the Microsoft Windows 7 operating system, so Greg Shultz examines its features in more detail in this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report. This...
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Get access to Windows XP Mode via Windows Anytime Upgrade
March 10, 2010, 12:00am PST
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz discusses concerns raised in last week's download regarding the availability of Windows XP mode in versions of Windows 7 in...
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Get the most out of Windows XP Mode with these tips
March 4, 2010, 12:00am PST
While using Windows XP Mode and Windows Virtual PC is pretty straightforward, there are some tips that you can employ to get the most out of this winning combination. In this edition of the...
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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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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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Be a power user: Customize the file management features of Windows Explorer
February 18, 2010, 12:00am PST
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz investigates the file management enhancements discovered Windows Explorer. He will also show you how to customize Windows 7's...
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Take full advantage of the new font features in Windows 7
February 10, 2010, 12:00am PST
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...
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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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Investigate Internet TV in Windows 7 Media Center
January 26, 2010, 12:00am PST
In the Windows 7 version of Windows Media Center, the enhanced Internet TV lets you watch videos from a variety of providers via the Internet right in Windows Media Center. In this edition of the...
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Peek behind the GodMode curtains to reveal useful canonical names and GUIDs
January 20, 2010, 12:00am PST
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...
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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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Explore new desktop backgrounds and themes in Windows 7
January 6, 2010, 12:00am PST
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz explores the Desktop Backgrounds and Themes features available in Microsoft Windows 7. This download is also available as an...
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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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How do I make Windows 7 HomeGroup content accessible to Vista and XP?
December 16, 2009, 12:00am PST
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to grant Windows XP and Windows Vista systems access to the folder and printers shared in a Windows 7...
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Extend default folder sharing capabilities in Windows 7 HomeGroup
December 15, 2009, 12:00am PST
One of the more useful features of the HomeGroup feature of Microsoft Windows 7 is the ability to extend folder sharing across the network beyond the default settings. Greg Shultz shows you how it...
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10 books every IT pro should read
December 14, 2009, 12:00am PST
If you have a little extra time on your hands -- or if one of your New Year's resolutions is to become a more well-rounded IT pro -- check out this recommended reading list. This download is also...
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