Items Tagged with XP
Upgrading from Windows XP to Windows 7
#8 / 2009-10-23 09:00:00 / 3:34 min.
Previously we showed you how to back up files and settings for the Upgrading from XP to Windows 7 using Easy Transfer for Windows XP. Now, the last step in the
upgrade from Windows XP to Windows 7
is to transfer the settings we saved in Windows XP over to our brand new Windows 7 operating system.
Upgrading from Windows XP to Windows 7
#5 / 2009-10-21 09:00:00 / 3:35 min.
Just because we have to
do a clean install of Windows 7
to migrate our Windows XP machine doesn't mean we have to lose all of our files, settings and so on. WithWindows Easy Transfer
available for download on Windows XP and built in to Windows 7, it's easy to migrate this data.
Tutorials
#315 / 2009-07-20 09:31:00 / 1:00 min.
Entering a username and password every time you
start Windows XP
can seem like a waste of time, especially if you're the only one who uses your computer. We'll show youhow to disable the Windows XP login screen
so you'llgo straight to your Windows desktop upon starting your computer
.
Tutorials
#288 / 2009-07-01 09:30:00 / 1:25 min.
Starting with Windows XP there's a feature called
System Restore
. This helps you tocreate a restore point
that preserves the state of your computer at a specific date and time. Somerestore points are created automatically
. However, it's a good idea tocreate a new restore point
before changing system settings or installing software.
Reinstalling Windows XP
#10 / 2009-06-12 09:00:00 / 3:12 min.
Your computer is an investment of time and money. You've just invested a few hours to
make it run better
. Now, it's time to protect that investment. You need to maintain your computer and protect it from threats it may encounter.
Reinstalling Windows XP
#9 / 2009-06-11 09:00:00 / 2:27 min.
You've visited Windows Update and gotten everything you needed from
there. Now it's time to
there. Now it's time to
restore all the items you backed up
before this adventure started. Your documents, photos, music, bookmarks, desktop items, and more. If you backed up programs and data you can use your backup program to restore everything as it was. If you only backed up data then it's time toreinstall your programs
and put the data back in its place.
Reinstalling Windows XP
#8 / 2009-06-10 09:00:00 / 1:44 min.
We've finished our
clean install of Windows XP
, but we're not quite done. Remember, this copy of XP is freshly installed so it doesn't have any updates installed. You need to visit theWindows Update center
to get all the updates your newly installed copy of Windows needs.
Reinstalling Windows XP
#7 / 2009-06-09 09:00:00 / 2:43 min.
Just a few things to
finalize and our reinstall
will be done. There are just a few more steps until we have a fresh,clean copy of Windows XP
up and running. First, we set the date, time and regional options, get a quick tour ofWindows XP
, set up our network information, computer name, user account and other pertinent details.
Reinstalling Windows XP
#6 / 2009-06-08 09:00:00 / 3:41 min.
As we progress with our
There are regional settings, network settings, and other options and preferences that we'll need to set. We're on the downhill side of doing a fresh,
reinstall Windows
needs some input from us.There are regional settings, network settings, and other options and preferences that we'll need to set. We're on the downhill side of doing a fresh,
clean install of Windows XP
.
Reinstalling Windows XP
#5 / 2009-06-05 09:00:00 / 3:26 min.
Sometimes when you put your CD in the drive and restart Windows it just reboots and goes straight back to Windows. Misses your CD all together. The reason? Your computers "boot order" probably isn't set to see your disc drive before your hard drive. No problem because we can go in and fix that.
Reinstalling Windows XP
#3 / 2009-06-03 09:00:00 / 4:11 min.
With a thorough backup in place, we undertake the first step in reinstalling Windows XP: booting from the Windows XP CD, selecting to do a clean install of Windows and selecting a filesystem to use when formatting the hard drive.
Reinstalling Windows XP
#2 / 2009-06-02 09:00:00 / 3:28 min.
You're going to be very happy with your nice, fresh, "clean install" of Windows XP. I'm pretty sure about that. I'm also very sure that you won't be happy if you forget to backup your photos, or music, or documents, or program data. This segment helps you get a handle on things to backup and things you don't want to forget. Trust me on this.
Reinstalling Windows XP
#1 / 2009-06-01 09:00:00 / 2:28 min.
Over time your computer, like your car, doesn't run as well as it once
did. You may do all the things you're supposed to like defragment the
hard drive, clean the registry, remove junk files and so on. Often,
after a period of time, it's not your maintenance that's the problem.
More likely your copy of Windows has become corrupted. Through power
outages, power surges, turning the computer off improperly, and many
other factors. You don't need to clean your PC and you don't need to
repair Windows. What's needed is a "clean install" of Windows XP. Here's how!
did. You may do all the things you're supposed to like defragment the
hard drive, clean the registry, remove junk files and so on. Often,
after a period of time, it's not your maintenance that's the problem.
More likely your copy of Windows has become corrupted. Through power
outages, power surges, turning the computer off improperly, and many
other factors. You don't need to clean your PC and you don't need to
repair Windows. What's needed is a "clean install" of Windows XP. Here's how!
Tutorials
#194 / 2009-04-27 09:30:00 / 2:43 min.
Your keyboard probably has a Windows logo key sitting in the bottom row on either side of the spacebar. But what the heck do these keys actually do? Turns out, quite a lot! Learning a few quick Windows key shortcuts, you'll be a power-user in no time.
Tutorials
#193 / 2009-04-24 09:31:00 / 2:08 min.
Microsoft frequently releases patches for the Windows operating system. The updates and patches are designed to fix bugs, plug security holes, and make the operating system more stable. Many worms take advantage of computers that have not applied these updates. Here we'll show you how to make sure Automatic Updates are on.
Tutorials
#141 / 2009-03-19 09:31:00 / 3:14 min.
Every time you install a program it creates a folder. In general, you seldom if ever need those folders. If you keep the icons of the program you need most on your Desktop, then you can hide away all those folders. That makes your Start menu much easier to navigate.
Tutorials
#129 / 2009-03-11 09:30:00 / 2:35 min.
Posting large images online can take a long time hog your bandwidth, so before you post all those high-res photos of your family vacation to Flickr or Facebook, consider resizing them first. We'll show you how to resize multiple images at once, quickly and easily with Fotosizer.
Tutorials
#110 / 2009-02-23 09:00:00 / 2:11 min.
Windows provides you with lots of ways to get at your files, folders, and programs. Some ways are more complicated than others. If you'd like a really easy way to quickly access a folder or even a set of folders you can create your own toolbar. These toolbars can be accessed right from the Windows taskbar which makes them quick and easy.
Tutorials
#106 / 2009-02-17 09:30:00 / 1:30 min.
Creating a guest account is a great way to allow visitors to use your computer without giving them access to your personal files, your browsing history, saved passwords and so on. Guests accounts allow your friends to use your computer to do just about everything they might need to do but stops them from making changes to your system.
Tutorials
#102 / 2009-02-11 09:00:00 / 2:36 min.
Have a document you wrote but you don't know where you saved it? Looking for a particular file, but you don't recall the name? Trying to find a report you created about a month ago but don't know where that's at either? Not a problem because Windows can help you find things.
Tutorials
#101 / 2009-02-10 09:30:00 / 1:36 min.
The recycle bin in Windows is a handy way to keep deleted files just in case they ever need to be brought back. That's why it's called the "recycle bin" as opposed to, say, the File Disintegrator. However, you may wish to bypass the recycle bin when deleting a file or, if you're really brave, turn off delete confirmation too.
Tutorials
#94 / 2009-01-29 09:30:00 / 2:00 min.
Your favorite sites update, sometimes multiple times a day! iGoogle is a great place to keep udated by subscribing to RSS feeds so you can be notified directly within your homepage.
Tutorials
#93 / 2009-01-28 09:30:00 / 2:17 min.
Don't let the time your computer sits idle go to waste! Put it to good use by scheduling automated tasks, perform maintenance, open documents, launch programs and even brew a hot pot of coffee. OK, maybe not the coffee.
Lab Rats
#156 / 2009-01-26 17:00:00 / 23:17 min.
Andy and Sean put on their rose-colored retrospective glasses for a look at Windows versions past. They take a look at the current versions of Windows -- Vista and XP -- and peer into the Lab Rats crystal ball to see what's in store for Windows 7, which has since been released in beta.
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#61 / 2009-01-15 16:30:00 / 4:39 min.
Windows 7 was launched as a public beta at CES 2009. That means that just about anyone with a Windows Live ID can log on, snag the ~700MB download and try out the new Windows operating system. Learn what's new and exciting in Windows 7 from Sue Borden, Consumer Audience Manager with Microsoft Canada.
Breaking news tutorials
#3 / 2009-01-14 14:16:00 / 2:40 min.
One Tuesday per month, Microsoft releases patches for its software products -- Windows, Office etc.. Appropriately, this day is deemed "patch Tuesday." Yesterday's patch release saw a critical patch released for Windows that fixes a security flaw. Consider this a must-have update and if you don't already have it installed, follow this breaking news tutorial download and installation guide.
Tutorials
#85 / 2008-12-19 09:00:00 / 1:24 min.
If you hate hunting through your growing list of software shortcuts in your programs menu, there is an easy way to arrange them in alphabetical order to save you time and hassle.
Tutorials
#84 / 2008-12-18 09:00:00 / 2:29 min.
You've got important files and you need the ability to access them no matter where you might be. Find out how
online file storage
can provide an easy and quick way to do so, as well as sync and share files across multiple computers.
Tutorials
#77 / 2008-12-11 09:00:00 / 1:29 min.
Need more space on your desktop but don't want to pony up for a bigger monitor? 360desktop is a fun interface enhancement software that offers a spacious panoramic view.
Tutorials
#74 / 2008-12-08 09:30:00 / 2:50 min.
If you're looking for a free tool that creates PDFs simply, quickly, and accurately without unsightly watermarks - look no further! PrimoPDF is a free document conversion tool that can quickly create PDFs from over 300 different file types and acts very much like a printer within windows.
Making the Move to Mac
#7 / 2008-12-02 09:00:00 / 3:10 min.
The Mac Dashboard is the approximate equivalent of the Sidebar that made its first appearance in Windows Vista. Where the Windows Sidebar uses downloadable "Gadgets," small applets that perform a variety of functions like getting news updates, showing the time and system performance and way more, the Mac Dashboard uses "Widgets" that accomplish the same thing.
Tutorials
#61 / 2008-11-27 09:31:00 / 1:46 min.
So you want to share some files with other users on your network or workgroup, but you don't want your files to be modified. Find out how to set permissions in order to protect your important data while still giving others access.
Tutorials
#60 / 2008-11-27 09:30:00 / 1:21 min.
Make the folders in your profile private, including My Documents, Favorites, Cookies, the Desktop and the Start menu, so that users who share your computer cannot access them or the files within.
Tutorials
#59 / 2008-11-26 09:31:00 / 2:00 min.
Changing the icons of the folders and shortcuts you use often is an easy way to customize, personalize and update the look of your desktop.
Tutorials
#57 / 2008-11-25 09:31:00 / 2:45 min.
Many users don't understand what the Windows "tray" is. It's sometimes called the system tray or just the tray and it's really a handy area of your Windows taskbar.
Tutorials
#55 / 2008-11-24 13:39:17 / 1:20 min.
It's easy to create a shortcut on your desktop that points to a folder on your computer. You may have a Downloads folder buried away on your PC; creating a desktop shortcut means you'll always have quick and easy access to said folder.
Tutorials
#51 / 2008-11-18 09:30:00 / 1:38 min.
Customizing your power scheme in Windows helps to conserve energy and also adapts your PC to the way you work. We'll show you how to change what the power button does in Windows and also, how to tweak your power settings to get the most out of your laptop's battery.
Tutorials
#50 / 2008-11-18 09:15:00 / 1:06 min.
In previous tutorials, we've tweaked Windows by changing the default sound scheme, customizing Windows Vista colors, creating your own photo screen saver and more. In this tutorial we cover how to quickly and easily change your desktop wallpaper from the default options provided in Windows to something more personal and fitting for you.
Lab Rats
#147 / 2008-11-17 17:00:00 / 22:57 min.
In this episode of Lab Rats, the guys talk video editing. Software, hardware and some Don't Do What Donnie Don't Does no-nos that make your videos look like they're a part of amateur hour. Andy and Sean arm you with useful tips and tricks and demystify video editing.
Tutorials
#49 / 2008-11-17 14:18:57 / 1:03 min.
Windows Vista comes with a wide array of fonts included. However, for more creative or stylized work like creating a desktop calendar or a greeting card, these fonts might not cut it. We'll show you how to install a new font in Windows Vista with tips that translate to Windows XP too.
Tutorials
#47 / 2008-11-14 11:13:48 / 1:40 min.
Windows Vista does a good job of choosing a resolution for your monitor that gives a balance of overall desktop size and visibility. However, you might be able to squeeze some more screen real estate out of your existing monitor by upping the resolution. Conversely, you can make everything easier to see by dialing down the resolution of your monitor. Here's how it's done.
Tutorials
#45 / 2008-11-13 13:27:37 / 2:12 min.
The way Windows presents your files and folders isn't always the best way. In addition to the default icons view, you can have Windows list your files as a list; useful for folders containing a lot of files, as a series of thumbnails or as a filmstrip, useful for folders containing pictures.
When you're working with Windows Explorer you can view files in a variety of ways by toggling through the different view modes.
When you're working with Windows Explorer you can view files in a variety of ways by toggling through the different view modes.
Tutorials
#44 / 2008-11-13 12:13:00 / 2:22 min.
When talking about working with Windows, everyone seems to make reference to the "C drive." But did you know that you can change the drive letter of any drive in Windows, provided it's not already in use? If you'd like to change any of the default drive letters on your computer you can do so in a few, simple steps.
Tutorials
#43 / 2008-11-13 11:42:35 / 1:22 min.
Files you download or that are sent to you often have strange names that don't seem to mean anything. Using Windows Explorer, it's easy to rename a file or folder so that you know what it is with just a quick glance at the file name.
Tutorials
#41 / 2008-11-12 15:17:20 / 1:50 min.
The Context Menu or right-click menu is a great way to complete some advanced tasks Windows or to access common shortcuts. You can rename files, change the sort or view mode of icons in Windows and much more. It's called the Context Menu because it changes depending on context: The menu will contain different entries depending on whether you click on an icon, the desktop, in a folder etc. Click your right mouse button and see what shows up!
Tutorials
#40 / 2008-11-12 15:00:58 / 1:06 min.
We've all done it: trashed a file that, as soon as we clicked on OK, we realized was a mistake to bin. Windows and other operating systems have a staging area of sorts for deleted items for just this reason. If you accidentally put a file in the recycle bin, it's easy to get it back. Crisis averted.
Tutorials
#38 / 2008-11-11 11:04:59 / 1:18 min.
If you've gotten tired of the same old icons on your desktop, you can change them easily with just a few steps. Changing up your icons can let you know at a glance what a folder contains or where a shortcut leads. Selecting your own icons is one step in customizing your PC to work the way you want.
Tutorials
#36 / 2008-11-10 14:34:28 / 1:52 min.
Today we'll show you how to get quick and easy access to the system volume in Windows. The volume icon in the Windows task bar enables you to control the overall volume of Windows as well as the individual input (like a microphone) and output (speakers or a headset) components.
Tutorials
#35 / 2008-11-10 13:53:28 / 2:46 min.
Rather than search through a big list of programs in your Start menu to launch a frequently used program, use these simple tips to program a keyboard shortcut in Windows. Once completed, you'll be able to launch the program in question by pressing a simple key combination and your application will pop right up, ready to go. This is also a great way to clean up the clutter of frequently used program shortcuts on your desktop.
Tutorials
#34 / 2008-11-07 14:18:01 / 1:00 min.
One of the hidden features of Windows is the On-Screen Keyboard application. This virtual keyboard allows users with mobility impairments or other disabilities to input text with a pointing device rather than a physical keyboard. The On-Screen Keyboard can also help in a pinch if your regular keyboard is broken or not being recognized.
Lab Rats
#145 / 2008-11-06 15:30:00 / 22:30 min.
In episode 145 we look at some of the reasons your computer is running slower today than it did when you first brought it home. And it wouldn't be Lab Rats without some practical tips on how to remedy the situation. We cover cleaning up software you no longer use, organizing your hard drive to speed up access time, quickly and easily upgrading the RAM on you MacBook and more.
Tutorials
#28 / 2008-11-06 10:19:12 / 1:29 min.
Windows Vista includes a software firewall that is much improved over that of Windows XP. It allows you to easily manage which programs are allowed to connect to the internet and can also block incoming requests. Windows Firewall acts as a first line of defence so don't turn it off!
Tutorials
#26 / 2008-11-05 11:30:44 / 1:56 min.
We all have the best of intentions for keeping our important files organized. It never quite seems to work out that way though. We'll look at how to find a file using the built-in search function of Windows in just a few steps.
Tutorials
#24 / 2008-10-31 09:47:37 / 1:53 min.
When you put a CD or DVD into the appropriate drive on your computer and then close the drawer, Windows will often immediately launch an application associated with that disc: An installation program if it's an install disc, or your CD player, if it's an audio CD, for example. This can be frustrating if the task that is autorun isn't what you wanted to do. There are ways to prevent your system from bringing up the autorun dialogue when you insert a disc.
Tutorials
#17 / 2008-10-30 10:37:07 / 1:08 min.
Rather than make you go through the trouble of renaming a hundred files one at a time, Windows allows for batch renaming of a group of selected files. These could be image files, documents or any other file type.
Tutorials
#15 / 2008-10-29 16:03:36 / 1:42 min.
Windows user accounts allow Mom and Dad to set access privileges for the kids while also protecting their own personal and private information. User accounts also allow each registered user to set his or her own Windows preferences including everything from color scheme to default browser, music and picture folders and desktop background.
Tutorials
#13 / 2008-10-29 15:20:08 / 1:36 min.
Scrolling text or flying Windows screen savers can get a little tiresome. We break down how to create your own personalized screen saver using your own pictures in Windows XP.
Tutorials
#9 / 2008-10-28 00:00:00 / 1:14 min.
A step-by-step guide to installing Mozilla Firefox.
We walk you through downloading and installing the latest version of Mozilla's increasingly popular Firefox browser.
We walk you through downloading and installing the latest version of Mozilla's increasingly popular Firefox browser.
Lab Rats
#85 / 2007-08-13 17:00:00 / 19:38 min.
Andy and Sean show you how to make older programs work in Vista.
Lab Rats
#77 / 2007-06-18 17:00:00 / 17:28 min.
Andy and Sean retrofit a Windows XP machine to look and work like Vista.
Lab Rats
#4 / 2005-11-14 17:00:00 / 14:54 min.
We show you how to use the hidden msconfig program in Windows XP to cut your Windows boot time in half. Plus also use it to remove unwanted programs including spyware from the registry. Biff makes an appearance and messes with the audio. And winter is here in Toronto, so we pull out the tuques.
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