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The Windows 7 Resource Monitor is a graphical representation of what is going on with the major components of your computer, such as the CPU, memory, hard drive and network. This tool is especially useful in tracking down programs and processes that are bogging down your system. For instance, you might be allowing a program [...]
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You can reset a password in Windows 7 using the password reset disk. A password reset disk is a utility that allows a user with an Administrator’s account to create a reset option using removable media such as a flash drive or floppy disk. Anyone that has access to the reset disk will be able [...]
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Desktop icons can either be a blessing or a curse to computer users. If your desktop is a kaleidoscope of coloful shotcuts, you certainly have issues controlling your icons. Remember, you are the boss of icons, not the other way around. If you feel you are being bullied by these desktop graphics, these tips will [...]
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You can easily view system information in Windows 7, such as Hardware Resources, Components and Software Environment. This is particularly valuable for technicians to track down conflicts or other valuable information about your PC. You can access this area in Windows 7 by going to the Start button, and then in the search box type [...]
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Windows 7 still has that brand new smell. For those who want to peel beneath the market hype and unwarranted criticism (and too enthusiastic accolades?), we will give you a few reasons to upgrade to Windows 7 right away… as well as touch on some aspects that might make you want to consider keeping your [...]
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You can change the default programs in any Operating System. This is also called File Association. If you have a .mpg file, for instance, it can be opened by a number of programs including Windows Media Player and Quicktime. Invariably, whenever you install a program such as Quicktime, it will take over the file associations [...]
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What do you do when you install your new copy of Windows 7 and realize your CPU isn’t capable of running the new XP Mode virtual machine? You run Sun’s VirtualBox, or course. VirtualBox is probably the simplest way to run other Operating Systems within your current OS. A prime example of needing to do [...]
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SyncToy 2.1 is the latest version of Microsoft’s file synchronization software. While some prefer to use RoboCopy, SyncToy has a simple and easy to configure interface that is perfect for home users that want to backup their data to another drive or computer. You can also schedule SyncToy with the Windows Scheduler, so your backup [...]
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If you purchase Windows 7 from their Windows Store, you get the choice between downloading a .ISO or compressed files. The .ISO version can be placed on a USB stick and with the help of a special tool from Microsoft, you can use the USB drive to install Windows 7. This is a great option [...]
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