A shortcut is a Windows file that directs you toward a folder or file in a different part of Windows. Shortcuts are really useful for getting around the Windows environment.
Repair Internet Connectivity Issues in Any Version of Windows
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Windows has built-in tools for fixing Internet connectivity problems. Here’s how to activate these tools easily and get back up and running.
Change the Windows 7 Power Plan
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Adjusting a power plan in Windows lets you control how your laptop saves on battery, especially between charges.
Bring Back Aero Snap to Windows 8
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Aero Snap was a really handy and often-used feature of Windows 7 that’s been left out of Windows 8. But there’s a way to bring it back.
Adjust Virtual Memory in Any Version of Windows
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Virtual memory is when your PC uses your hard drive as temporary RAM. Adjusting virtual memory can speed up your PC significantly.
Activate System Protection in Windows 7
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There’s a feature in Windows 7 called System Protection that saves older versions of files and folders, and lets you restore to them easily in case of a problem.
How to Setup Multiple Monitors on Windows 8
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If you’re used to two or three monitors, then Windows 8 handles things a little differently, and it’s kind of jarring. Catch up to the changes to multiple monitor settings.
Fix “Operating System Not Found” Errors
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“Operating System Not Found” seems like a really serious Windows error. All is not lost, however. Here’s how to fix that problem.
Upgrading a PC from Scratch – Walkthrough – Part 1
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I recently had occasion to upgrade most of my desktop PC. It was running terribly. Even basic Web browsing took an eternity, never mind games, graphics applications or anything at all.
Access the Rest of your Memory in 32-bit Windows
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Normally, 32-bit Windows can only see about 3.5 gigabytes of RAM. However, there’s a way to access the rest of your memory. Here’s how to do that.
DirectX and Windows 8: What You Need to Know
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Multimedia on your Windows PC is handled by a set of interfaces called DirectX. Here’s what all that means, and how it relates to your PC and Windows 8.
Which Windows 8 version Should I Buy?
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It’s important to know the differences between the three major versions of Windows 8, so you can be informed when you go to purchase it.
Disable Automatic Restart
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Sometimes your PC will update overnight and restart your PC, causing you to lose your files. Here’s how to disable Automatic Restart.
How to Disable WiFi in Windows
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Wireless Internet sometimes needs to be turned off completely. Here’s how to disable Wi-Fi in Windows.
12 Great Reasons to Upgrade to Windows 8
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We’ve got 12 good reasons why you should upgrade to Windows 8 when it goes on sale in October 2012.
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