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Access the Command Prompt from Windows 8 Recovery Drive

April 26, 2013 8:42am PDT

Access the Command Prompt from Windows 8's Recovery Drive and use it to recover data. Greg Shultz shows you how it works.

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DIY: Setting up wireless access points as repeaters to extend wireless range

March 14, 2011 10:08am PDT

Do you have a need for wireless access, but your location is too large for only a single wireless router to cover? Without having to pay for a costlier router or boosters, here's what you can do.

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10 compelling reasons to upgrade to Windows Server 2012

August 27, 2012 5:00am PDT

Windows Server 2012 is generating a significant buzz among IT pros. Deb Shinder highlights several notable enhancements and new capabilities.

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Eliminate duplicate records with this built-in Access query

January 29, 2002 8:00am PST

Effectively maintaining an Access database requires the regular removal of duplicate records. The Find Duplicates Query wizard handles this chore quickly and easily.

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Access the real Administrator account in Windows 7

January 20, 2011 8:07am 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.

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10 tips for using wildcard characters in Microsoft Access criteria expressions

January 30, 2007 8:00am PST

Wildcards come in handy when you need to locate records with similar data or you're trying to track down a specific record based on limited information. But if you don't use the right wildcard...

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Fine-tune your Access queries to remove duplicate entries from your mailing lists

August 4, 2008 8:35pm PDT

If you query your Access database to generate a mailing list, but the list contains duplicate names and addresses, this helpful trick will save you some time. See how tweaking the query properties...

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Using Outlook Web Access to check your mail when you're away from the office

June 12, 2000 7:00am PDT

Ever wanted to check your office mail while you were away from the office? Jack Necessary explains how to do just that by using Outlook Web Access.

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Exchange 2013: First-time installation and basic administration

May 20, 2013 6:00am PDT

The Cumulative Update 1 for Exchange 2013 adds on-premise co-existence with legacy Exchange Server versions. Check out the new features

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10 tricks for handling null values in Microsoft Access

October 12, 2006 7:00am PDT

Null values indicate that data is missing or unknown, and if you don't take steps to handle them, you could wind up with runtime errors or erroneous data. These Access pointers will help you...

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How to access Microsoft Office 365 from an Android tablet

May 13, 2013 9:54am PDT

Learn how to setup and configure an Android tablet to access Microsoft Office 365.

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Use a password to secure access to an Excel workbook

January 27, 2011 10:47am PST

At the file level, you can password protect an Excel workbook in two ways. You can determine who can get in and who can save changes.

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How do I make Windows 7 HomeGroup content accessible to Vista and XP?

December 21, 2009 10:24am PST

Greg Shultz shows you how to grant Windows XP and Windows Vista systems access to the folder and printers shared in a Windows 7 HomeGroup.

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10 tips for working with dates in Microsoft Access

November 13, 2006 8:00am PST

Despite the Date/Time data type and a selection of functions for manipulating date values and components, handling dates in Access is often a little tricky and nonintuitive. These tips will help...

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Run a parameter query within an Access form

October 3, 2008 12:00am PDT

When your users need to run a parameter query while they're working in a form, this custom button will save them some time.

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10+ things I can never find in Access 2007/2010

August 3, 2010 2:25pm PDT

Even after working a while with Access 2007 or 2010, you may be disoriented if you're used to earlier versions. Susan Harkins offers some help in locating the tools you need.

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A checklist for web accessibility issues

May 14, 2013 11:20am PDT

In addition to designing for all kinds of devices with varying screen sizes, developers also aim for accessibility for all users. Here is a checklist to help you rate your website and apps.

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How to reference an Access subform

July 5, 2007 3:05pm PDT

Referencing subform controls always throws Access users for a loop while they're new to using Visual Basic for Applications (VBA). That's because Access views the subform as just another one of...

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Learn the differences between Is Null and IsNull() in Access

March 6, 2003 8:00am PST

How many null values exist? What is the difference between a null value and a blank entry? This article answers those questions and more by discussing what to look for when creating Access apps...

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How do I... Configure TightVNC for remote access?

March 16, 2007 3:11pm PDT

Virtual Network Computing (VNC) is the remote administrative tool of choice for many IT professionals. IT consultant Erik Eckel explains how to configure TightVNC, the more robust version of VNC,...

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