Items Tagged with Windows
#791 / 2010-09-02 09:30:00 / 1:20 min.
If you've ever wondered
what is firmware?
you're in luck. Here we'll give you a quickdefinition of firmware
in easy to understand terms.
#789 / 2010-08-31 09:30:00 / 2:00 min.
It's important to
create a Windows system repair disk
just in case something goes horribly wrong with your computer. The Windows system repair disk will help you get your computer back up and running should disaster strike.
#787 / 2010-08-27 09:30:00 / 1:00 min.
Safari 5
can nowrun extensions
but you have to first enable them. Toenable extensions in Safari 5
, you have to change some of yourbrowser settings
first. Then you'll be able to run extensions just like in other browsers.
#4 / 2010-08-26 09:00:00 / 2:06 min.
In this episode, we'll show you how to
replace a notebook hard drive
on aWindows-based laptop
. The steps are different between various laptop models, but we'll show you the general steps toremove the hard drive
andsafely replace your hard drive
with a new one.
#95 / 2010-08-24 17:00:00 / 2:24 min.
If you're looking for the simplest and most cost effective way to edit your home movies, look no further than VideoSpirit Pro. This simple video editor and converter will let you piece together all the vacation footage shot on your camcorder or digital camera and can even convert said video into a universally viewable file type. Your adoring public will be able to watch vids on their iPhone and BlackBerry devices, their set-top boxes, computers and just about any other device going. You can even create a YouTube friendly file for quick uploading and optimized viewing.
#783 / 2010-08-23 09:30:00 / 1:18 min.
The
control ribbon
that has all of the tools forOffice 2010
can be hidden if you'd like. Although it is handy to have, it does take up a bit of space so we'll show you how tohide the control ribbon in Office 2010
whenever you want.
#6 / 2010-08-23 09:00:00 / 15:23 min.
In this series, we show you
how to change a hard drive
for yourWindows or Mac notebook
. We'll show youhow to find a compatible drive
,how to backup your computer
, and walk you through the steps it takes touninstall and replace hard drives
for both Windows and Mac systems.
#57 / 2010-08-19 12:00:00 / 4:22 min.
Whether you're timing a freelance project or counting down to your next coffee break, a desktop timer is a handy addition to any PC or laptop. You can use these
free timer apps
as an alarm clock, a clock radio or an egg timer come lunch time.
#777 / 2010-08-13 09:30:00 / 1:25 min.
There are many times when you will need to pull up the
control panel
.Windows 7
makes things easier for you by allowing you topin the control panel
to thetaskbar
. You can also takecomponents of the control panel
and pin those to the taskbar too to make themeasier to access
. It's easy to do and we'll show you how in this tutorial.
#93 / 2010-08-10 17:00:00 / 2:50 min.
Remember to never forget your online passwords or failing that, forget about remembering them altogether (whoa) with Sticky Password. This handy password keeper remembers your passwords for you so you'll never again be stuck trying to get into your email, online shopping or banking sites.
#769 / 2010-08-03 09:30:00 / 1:36 min.
Home Group
was introduced withWindows 7
and makes it easy to share files between any computers that have access to that Home Group. We'll walk you throughhow to
share files using Home Group
over yourhome network.
It's easy and makessharing and accessing your files
much easier.
#73 / 2010-07-30 17:00:00 / 4:20 min.
Andy Walker previews new Lab Rats episodes and unveils the new butterscotch.com top 100 software feature on butterscotch and Tucows. This is the place to find the top of the top downloads from the Tucows, butterscotch and mobile.butterscotch libraries. You can also hit the butterscotch.com top 100 freeware software list.
#767 / 2010-07-30 09:30:00 / 2:22 min.
Windows 7
is a quickoperating system
, sure, but it could be quicker when it comes to booting. In fact, we have a simpleregistry edit
that will allow you toincrease Windows 7's boot speeds
so that itfocuses resources on booting
when it'sstarting up
. It's calledboot-only fetching
and we'll show you how to enable it right here!
#42 / 2010-07-29 17:00:00 / 5:00 min.
Forget the registry hacking and command line pimping. Lucas finds the lazy man's way to hack your Windows login screen. This handy app lets you change every element of your Windows login screen with a simple click through interface. Change your login screen wallpaper no matter the size of the file or the resolution of the image file.
#765 / 2010-07-28 09:30:00 / 1:50 min.
By default,
Windows operating systems
will hide certain files from you and this includesWindows 7
. There are ways toview hidden files
but it requires a little tweak inWindows Explorer
. This will allows you to view, modify and delete these files, but use caution! These files were hidden for a reason and are oftennecessary for Windows operation
.
#759 / 2010-07-22 09:30:00 / 1:28 min.
If you like to
customize your software
then you'll be pleased to know that you cancreate color schemes
for yourOffice 2010 Suite
. Each program can be given it's ownunique color scheme
so thatMicrosoft Word
could be blue,Excel
could be black and so on.
#138 / 2010-07-21 12:00:00 / 3:40 min.
If you're waiting for USB 3.0 to reach ubiquity, you've got a while to go yet. Seagate has come up with an excellent idea to bridge the gap though. Interchangeable "personality cables" let you swap out your connection method. Choose between eSATA, FireWire 800, USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 by buying after market cables that interface directly with the drive. It's a smart idea that future-proofs this drive... as much as one can future-proof any piece of consumer electronics or computer gear.
#90 / 2010-07-20 17:00:00 / 2:56 min.
With PCsync and a special USB cable, you can easily connect two PCs, a PC and a laptop, a Mac and a PC or any combination thereof to transfer files. Simply link the two computers and then drag and drop files from one to the other. Miss Download likes it when things just work.
#755 / 2010-07-15 09:30:00 / 2:22 min.
In this tutorial, we'll show you
how to create calendars
using Windows Live Mail
. You can have a number of calendars and you canadd calendar descriptions
orseparate your calendars by color
. It's an easy way to get organized and keep track of your important dates.
#752 / 2010-07-12 09:30:00 / 3:59 min.
Your computer can wind up with a lot of files and you may find yourself routinely doing the same procedures to
keep your computer organized
. Fortunately there is afree PC application
calledBelvedere
. Belvedere allows you tocreate your own cleaning tasks
so that, for example, you don't have to keep manually moving files off the desktop to a separate folder.
#747 / 2010-07-05 09:30:00 / 2:48 min.
Windows Live Mail is loaded with cool features and among them is the ability to
import contacts from other contact lists
. Here we'll show youhow to import contacts
using Windows Live Mail
right from your Windows Live ID account or from a variety of other file formats.
#746 / 2010-07-02 09:30:00 / 1:58 min.
The Recycle Bin has been a part of Windows for a long time. It can also sometimes act as a shoebox for files you're not quite ready to part with. Conveniently, for those of you who can't yet commit to "delete," you can actually
change the Recycle Bin's capacity
so that it can store more. Or less, it's totally up to you.
#38 / 2010-07-01 17:00:00 / 5:18 min.
Turn your humdrum daily computing into an Etch-a-Sketch-esque work of art that Mom will be proud to put up on the fridge. That'll make up for the years of disappointment and all the grey hairs now gracing her head. And when are you going to give her grandchildren already?
#743 / 2010-06-29 09:30:00 / 1:48 min.
Windows Live Mail
is thefree email client
that replaced Outlook Express forWindows 7
. It's part of theWindows Live Essentials
package and it's easy to install. We'll show youhow to set up Windows Live Mail
in this tutorial.Windows Live Mail is a part of the Windows Live Essentials package. It replaced Outlook Express as the free email client in Windows. Once you've installed it, you'll want to setup your email and here's how.
#742 / 2010-06-28 09:30:00 / 1:48 min.
Windows Live Essentials
is a package of cool tools that don't come bundled in withWindows 7
. However, you can choose to download them from your computer and you have the option to install just the programs that you want. You can getMessenger
,Photo Gallery
, and lots more.
#85 / 2010-06-15 17:00:00 / 4:38 min.
If you've ever wanted to
become a spammer
or, alternately (and preferably)send legitimate mass emails
to people that have requested them, you need to meet SendBlaster Pro. With this handy download you can administer a mailing list andeasily send mass emails
. To people who have OPTED IN. Got that? Opted in; that's important.
#47 / 2010-06-10 12:00:00 / 4:45 min.
There are a number of ways to maintain your computer. One way is to find a good utility program for each thing you want to do — remove junk files, clean the Registry, defragment drives in Windows 7 and the like — or you can find a good program that does all the things you need in an easy-to-use suite. This week, Doc going to look at three cool programs that do just that.)
#84 / 2010-06-08 17:00:00 / 4:48 min.
Why do today what you can put off until tomorrow? Cheryl finds a new way to procrastinate while still feeling a sense of accomplishment. BrainsBreaker (don't let the name turn you off) is a digital take on the classic jigsaw puzzle. You can create your own custom puzzle from an image on your computer in the full version or use one of the pre-loaded puzzles in the trial version.
#71 / 2010-06-08 11:38:41 / 1:14 min.
Apple has officially released version 5.0 of its Safari Web browser for Mac and Windows PCs. This new version is faster and much more secure. It also offers many new features. Among them are support for HTML 5, a reader to remove ads, extensions and lots more.
#10 / 2010-06-04 09:00:00 / 1:26 min.
We hope that you've enjoyed this 10-part series on OpenOffice.org, Beginning Studies. We've tried to give you a rundown of Writer, Calc, Impress and the other programs included in this
free office suite
. Now that you're armed with all of those handy programs and you know the basics ofhow to use OpenOffice.org
you're ready tocreate professional documents
, spreadsheets, artwork and more. Not only do you now have some greatproductivity software
, it didn't even cost you a dime!
#729 / 2010-06-03 09:30:00 / 2:12 min.
There may come a time when your computer just won't boot. Hopefully not, but it's better safe then sorry. With a
bootable system repair disc
, you can access and perhapsfix your computer
. Here, we'll show youhow to create a boot disk
for Windows 7!
#9 / 2010-06-03 09:00:00 / 2:12 min.
OpenOffice.org
is not only an awesomefree software suite
, it's also got some of the best online communities around. One of the benefits to that is having a wide range of templates available for all of the different OpenOffice.org programs. You can go to the OpenOffice.org website to search for a template that meets your needs and grab it for future use free of charge. We'll show you where to go andhow to download templates
for OpenOffice.org in this episode.
#727 / 2010-06-02 09:30:00 / 3:24 min.
When you've had a computer for a few months or years (or days), you'll find that you get attached to the files that are on it. Anyone who's had a hard drive failure can attest to the fact that losing those files is a real disappointment. To avoid that situation, it's important to
backup your data
as often as you can. One way to do that is by usingImage for Windows
tobackup your hard drives
. We'll show youhow to backup your data
this tutorial.
#8 / 2010-06-02 09:00:00 / 1:16 min.
Another program included with
OpenOffice.org
is Math, which is great if you want tocreate math formulas
. The formulas that you create can be used in Writer, Calc and the other OpenOffice.org programs. We'll show you how to get started using Math in this episode.
#725 / 2010-06-01 09:30:00 / 1:45 min.
When your
computer sleeps
, it can easily be woken up by a movement of the mouse. If you're sick of your local four-legged friends nudging the mouse and waking the computer up, or even if you have a tendency to bump the computer desk and wake it up yourself, we have a solution for you. You can set Windows tosleep through mouse movements
so that themouse won't wake the computer
.
#7 / 2010-06-01 09:00:00 / 2:00 min.
Databases can be used for so many things. You can maintain employee records, accounts and all kinds of other information. Not only is it good for businesses, you can also
create a database
at home to record recipes, grocery lists and more. As a full-featuredoffice suite
,OpenOffice.org
comes with a powerful database appropriately called Base. We'll showyou how to use base
in this tutorial!
#6 / 2010-05-31 09:00:00 / 2:16 min.
If you want to
create your own artwork
on your computer then you'll need adrawing program
. One such option isDraw
which is included withOpenOffice.org
. You can make your own art, make slides to use with Impress and more. We'll show you how to get started with draw in this episode.
#5 / 2010-05-28 09:00:00 / 2:50 min.
You might be familiar with
presentation programs
such as Microsoft PowerPoint. Well withOpenOffice.org
being the full-featuredoffice suite
that it is, it's got a presentation program of its own called Impress. As with all of the other programs included in this suite, Impress is free and comes loaded with all of the features that you'd find in a paid-for product. In this episode we'll show you how tocreate presentations using Impress
.
#4 / 2010-05-27 09:00:00 / 2:11 min.
Having a
spreadsheet program
can be extremely handy, which is why it is a staple part of any office suite.OpenOffice.org
is no exception, as it offers Calc for spreadsheet purposes. In this episode, we'll show youhow to use Calc to create spreadsheets
.
#3 / 2010-05-26 09:00:00 / 2:04 min.
An important part of any office suite is the word processor. Writer is the word processor in OpenOffice.org and it's full of features and is compatible with Microsoft Word documents. Here we'll walk you through some of the basics and what you need to know to get started
creating documents
using Writer in OpenOffice.org
.
#2 / 2010-05-25 09:00:00 / 2:32 min.
If you want to get started using OpenOffice.org the first thing you'll need to do is download and install it. Since OpenOffice.org is a completely
free software package
, it's only a couple of clicks away. In this episode we'll walk you through theinstallation process
so that you canget started using OpenOffice.org
.
#714 / 2010-05-24 09:31:00 / 1:24 min.
One of the cool new features in Windows 7 is the ability to
pin items to the taskbar
. These items work as shortcuts that are always available and you can make a sort of "dock" out of the programs you use most. Those users who use the Control Panel frequently might wonder if there is a way to add theControl Panel to the taskbar
. Actually it's quite easy and we'll show you how in this tutorial.
#1 / 2010-05-24 09:00:00 / 1:18 min.
You may have heard of "office suites" before. These are packages of productivity programs and chances are you've used at least one even if you didn't know what an office suite was. Perhaps most popular is Microsoft's Office Suite. These software packages generally come with a
word processor
, apresentation program
, aspreadsheet program
and more. They're also usually quite expensive. Here we'll give you an overview of afree office suite
,OpenOffice.org
!
#712 / 2010-05-21 09:31:00 / 1:42 min.
Hibernate mode was created so it would save the current state of your computer to your hard disk. Then, your computer could turn off and when it started again, it would reload all of the data it had loaded when it started hibernating, good as new. It's almost like waking up from a deep sleep or from... you get the picture. The hibernate feature, however, uses a lot of disk space. Here, we'll show you how to
disable the hibernate feature
usingCommand Prompt
if you want tosave that disk space
.
#708 / 2010-05-19 09:31:00 / 1:54 min.
Several viewers wrote and asked if it was possible to put an icon for the Recycle Bin in their
taskbar in Windows 7
. It turns out that it is and we'll show you how to do just that in this tutorial. Once you're finished, you'll be able to view your windows in full screen and drag undesired items straight into theRecycle Bin on the taskbar
, or have access to your Recycle Bin files at any time!
#706 / 2010-05-18 09:31:00 / 1:48 min.
If you find that you're getting lots of
images in your email
you might wish there was a way that you could save those images to your computer automatically. Fortunately for Thunderbird users there is a relatively easy way to do just that. We'll show you how to tellThunderbird to save images
that are sent to your email instantaneously in this short tutorial!
#704 / 2010-05-17 09:31:00 / 1:45 min.
Aero is one of the cooler
features in Windows 7
. It gives open windows that translucent, glass look. Unfortunately, it can put a bit of strain on older video cards. If you likeusing Aero
but your computer isn't running it fast enough, there is something you can do tomake Aero faster
. Here's how!
#702 / 2010-05-14 09:31:00 / 2:58 min.
Aero Peek replaced the old
Show Desktop
icon that used to be in the Windows taskbar. Now theAero Peek function
is activated by holding your cursor over a section in the lower right corner. Want it to take longer or shorter to activate? It's anotherWindows setting
that you can change and we'll show you how.
#700 / 2010-05-13 09:31:00 / 1:44 min.
We're sure that you know about the
Administrator account in Windows 7
. You may just have it on it's default settings, but chances are it has popped up to warn you of changes to your computer. There's a way to avoid that extra step of clicking Run as Administrator altogether. We'll show you how toturn off the Administrator account
and how to activate it again.
#698 / 2010-05-12 09:31:00 / 1:38 min.
It's always nice to know when you have new email waiting. If you use Gmail and browse with Google Chrome, we've got a treat for you! With a simple
extension for Chrome
you can not only know when you have new Gmail, but alsomanage your email
by deleting, archiving and more!
#696 / 2010-05-11 09:31:00 / 3:33 min.
Opera is a wonderful
web browser
. It's fast, it's lean and it has a world of cool features. Plus, it keeps getting better and better. If you use Gmail for your email needs, however, you may wonder if there's a way to useGmail as Opera's default email
. There sure is and we'll show you how right here.
#694 / 2010-05-10 09:31:00 / 1:46 min.
If you've got a media-heavy PC loaded with Windows 7, you might frequently use Windows Media Center. In fact, you might even want to set
Windows Media Center to start automatically
whenWindows 7 boots up
. It's possible and we'll show you how to do it right here!
#692 / 2010-05-07 09:31:00 / 2:18 min.
Those of us looking for diversity in music might find traditional radio stations to be a bit of a bore. Of course, some people like to hear the same song eight or nine times a day. If you're not one of those people and you're looking for
new radio content
, you'll be happy to hear thatMedia Player 12 in Windows 7
hasaccess to Internet radio
. We'll show you how to use it in this video!
#10 / 2010-05-07 09:00:00 / 1:50 min.
There are many more options to Skype beyond the basics that we have already covered. We'll go over some of the more
advanced settings in Skype
here and show you how to do things likechange notifications, allow call forwarding and voicemail, and set up hot-keys
. You'll be a Skype pro in no time!
#690 / 2010-05-06 09:31:00 / 1:58 min.
The Recycle Bin has been a part of Windows for a long time. It can also sometimes act as a shoebox for files you're not quite ready to part with. Conveniently for those of you who can't yet commit to "delete," you can actually
change the Recycle Bin's capacity
so that it can store more. Or less, it's totally up to you.
#9 / 2010-05-06 09:00:00 / 1:38 min.
Just in case you don't want to get bombarded with calls or messages, Skype gives you the option to
change your privacy settings
. These allow you to toggle whether people need to be contacts in order to call you or to send messages or video. We'll show you how to do all that and more in this tutorial!
#68 / 2010-05-05 17:00:00 / 5:10 min.
If you're a travelling salesperson or otherwise a road warrior or if you particularly enjoy printing out pages that look like they came out of a circa 2000 fax machine, Jay Goldman has just the device for you. The PrintStik prints from your Windows PC, BlackBerry
#688 / 2010-05-05 09:31:00 / 1:56 min.
#8 / 2010-05-05 09:00:00 / 1:16 min.
Just like many other phones,
Skype allows you to change the ring tones for individual contacts
, so that each has a unique tone. You can also change any of the sound effects that Skype uses. We'll show youhow to modify all of those audio settings
in this episode!
#79 / 2010-05-04 17:00:00 / 4:00 min.
Cheryl Poirier, AKA Miss Download, takes a look at QBrew;
free software for home beer brewing
. If you're an old hand at making your own beer at home, you'll feel right at home here. You can manage your ownfull-grain brewing recipes
, get specific gravity measures, an International Bitterness Unit maximum and minimum based on how much hops you use and create your own brewing notes. It's also perfect for anyone looking to move beyond beer brewing from kits.
#686 / 2010-05-04 09:31:00 / 2:20 min.
Sometimes it may seem like your Windows 7 PC takes a long time to boot. There are a number of things that can cause this slowness. If you have a lot of programs that load at startup, that could be the cause. We'll show you how to make your
Windows 7 computer boot faster
byediting the registry
!
#7 / 2010-05-04 09:00:00 / 1:28 min.
If you tend to make a lot of calls, you probably appreciate phones with built-in call logs. You'll also be grateful that
Skype has a call log
that lets you see who you called, who called you, and also toview past text conversations
. We'll show you how to view the log as well ashow to make group contacts
so that you can call multiple contacts simultaneously!
#6 / 2010-05-03 09:00:00 / 1:48 min.
If you want to
find a person or business that uses Skype
, an easy way is by using the built-in directory. This directory contains the details of all people and businesses that use Skype. For businesses, you can evenread reviews or leave your own comments
. We'll show you how in this episode!
#5 / 2010-04-30 09:00:00 / 2:46 min.
While Skype is free to users who just want to communicate with fellow Skype users, it can also be used to contact regular phones as well. But to
use Skype to call someone who doesn't have Skype
, you'll need Skype credits. We'll show youhow to buy and use Skype credits
as well as how to set up a number people can call you on from standard phones!
#4 / 2010-04-29 09:00:00 / 2:14 min.
Skype has many more features other than just being used to
make calls online for free
. You can alsouse Skype to make a video call, send instant messages or files
, or even share screens. We'll walk you through it in this tutorial.
#3 / 2010-04-28 09:00:00 / 1:54 min.
There are many things that you can do to your
Skype account
to make it stand out.Personalizing your profile
might even make it easier for potential contacts to identify you. Here we'll go through some of the things that you can do tomake your profile unique
.
#78 / 2010-04-27 17:00:00 / 2:49 min.
If you like to use (or even misuse) words then you'll love WordWeb. It's a small but helpful program that can give you the
definitions of words or act as a spell-checker
. It also connects to Wikipedia, Wiktionary and WordWeb Online for more information on highlighted words. Here Miss Download shows youhow to use WordWeb
and how it can help everyone with proper pronunciation.
#2 / 2010-04-27 09:00:00 / 1:28 min.
Now that you've got Skype installed, you'll want to add contacts so that you can start
making and receiving calls
. It's easy to do, and we'll show you how to get yourSkype contact list
growing right here.
#673 / 2010-04-26 09:30:00 / 1:58 min.
You hear the term "directory" from time to time but what does that mean? It seems that some people use it almost interchangeably with the term "folder." Here we'll tell you
what the definition of directory is
and where the word originated.
#1 / 2010-04-26 09:00:00 / 1:07 min.
If you want a quick and easy way to contact people outside your city, state or country, you can't get much better than Skype. Here, we'll show you where to get it and
how to install
it!
#665 / 2010-04-20 09:30:00 / 3:05 min.
In chemistry, a buffer resists changes in pH. In geography, one country might be a buffer between two countries that are arguing. In
computer terms
a buffer is a little different. Michael "Doctor File Finder" Callahan describes thedefinition of a buffer
and how buffers can affect your digital life.
#1 / 2010-04-14 08:00:00 / 2:41 min.
Anyone with a working Internet connection is well aware of the dangers lurking out in cyberspace. There are
viruses, spyware and all sorts of malicious software
that are constantly trying to attack your computer. Here we'll tell you how to protect your PC for free using Spyware Doctor with AntiVirus!
#2 / 2010-04-14 08:00:00 / 3:12 min.
Protecting your computer from spyware, viruses
and other malicious programs is not only important, it's easy! In this episode of the series we show youhow to install Spyware Doctor with AntiVirus
so you can surf the Internet safely andkeep your computer secure
.
#3 / 2010-04-14 08:00:00 / 3:36 min.
Now that you have Spyware Doctor with AntiVirus installed, we're going to look at some of the options that are available to you in the program. The IntelliGuard features are the main protection systems offered by Spyware Doctor. We'll go through some of the basics and show you how to register and unlock the program's full potential!
#4 / 2010-04-14 08:00:00 / 3:13 min.
Scanning your computer for threats
is one of the mainfeatures of Spyware Doctor with AntiVirus
. Now that you have the program installed and ready to roll, we'll walk you through your first scan and show you what to expect along the way.
#5 / 2010-04-14 08:00:00 / 3:02 min.
Running a scan is only the first step to spyware security. The next step is to
safely remove any spyware or malware
that the scan might have found. We'll show youhow to remove that malware using Spyware Doctor with AntiVirus
and show you how to make sure the selected files are really threats to your system.
#6 / 2010-04-14 08:00:00 / 1:50 min.
If you liked using
Spyware Doctor with Antivirus
, you may enjoy the security and convenience of other PC Tools products. Here we'llintroduce you to Registry Mechanic
, a program that can clean and remove any problems with your PC's registry. If you don't knowwhat a registry is
, we'll tell you what that is too!
#653 / 2010-04-12 09:30:00 / 2:20 min.
You've got a bunch of CDs, but you'd like to
have the music on your computer
and mix it up a little. So, all you need to do is "rip" the music from the CD and save it to your computer's hard drive.
#651 / 2010-04-09 09:30:00 / 1:47 min.
If you're looking for a different program for
managing music, photos
, and more, then take a look at doubleTwist. This freeiTunes alternative
makes it easy to manage your media collection andsync music to an Android phone
or other media device.
#264 / 2010-03-25 19:00:00 / 4:31 min.
Video coverage of CTIA 2010
: From theCTIA 2010 show floor
, Andrew Moore-Crispin learns what we can expect with thelaunch of Windows Phone 7 Series
.Windows Phone Series 7
hopes to do for phones whatWindows 7
did for desktop PCs. With an interface inspired by theZune HD
and a release date set for the holiday season, 2010, things are looking good for Microsoft's current, beleaguered mobile offering. Early signs suggest good things for thisWindows Mobile update
.
#36 / 2010-03-25 12:00:00 / 4:09 min.
When you install Windows it comes with the basics to get online, chat online, send and receive email and more. However, you'll soon find that specialized applications do the job better. For everyone who loves
free software
Michael "Doc" Callahan chats up histop 10 must have free Windows applications
. He going to cover a range of tools for browsing, instant messaging and much more. Part one covers the final five of histop 10 free Windows apps
.
#631 / 2010-03-25 09:31:00 / 1:47 min.
Generally speaking, online articles don't offer the best reading experience. Readability gets rid of the online article clutter and presents you with just the article you want to read, presented in a clean, reader-friendly format. Michael "Doctor File Finder" Callahan demonstrates.
#629 / 2010-03-24 09:31:00 / 1:18 min.
If you find yourself needing or wanting to work with ISO image files you'll want to take a look at WinISO. It gives you all the features you need to deal with ISO files. You can
see the contents of an ISO without burning it to disc
,extract the contents of an ISO file
and more.
#622 / 2010-03-19 09:30:00 / 2:08 min.
You find yourself with a CD full of music that you just love to listen to. Well, no reason you can't listen to it while you're at your computer. Just use Audiograbber to "grab" the tracks you want and put them on your PC!
#70 / 2010-03-02 15:00:00 / 2:28 min.
Concerned that she's feeling the early signs of a repetitive strain injury (RSI), Miss Download goes looking for a solution. She finds e-Speaking 2,
free voice control and transcription software
that transcribes her words and even lets her take control of the computer with her voice.
#69 / 2010-02-23 17:00:00 / 2:28 min.
Windows users hopefully know that their systems are open to
If you're running a legit copy of Windows XP, Vista or 7, Microsoft Security Essentials is free and protects your computer from all kinds of Internet nasties.
online attacks
without somereliable security software
installed. Be it Windows' overwhelming market share or security oversights in the code (or both), Microsoft's flagship product gets the lion's share of the bad guys' efforts.If you're running a legit copy of Windows XP, Vista or 7, Microsoft Security Essentials is free and protects your computer from all kinds of Internet nasties.
Malware, spyware, viruses, Trojans
et. al. be gone!
#575 / 2010-02-15 09:31:00 / 1:26 min.
The DOC file extension was originally created by Microsoft Word. The "DOC" stands for document. Today you have other options when it comes to
opening or viewing a .DOC file
and you don't necessarily need to have Microsoft Word installed.
#546 / 2010-01-26 09:30:00 / 1:36 min.
The
.DOCX
first came on the scene with the release of Microsoft Word 2007. The "X" represents new support for XML. If you get one of these in email, you may be puzzled as to how to open it, but here's how.
#537 / 2010-01-19 09:31:00 / 2:10 min.
#528 / 2010-01-05 09:30:00 / 3:24 min.
Sometimes you create a virtual machine from scratch using a disc or a disc image. Other times, however, it's nice to be able to import a physical computer or another virtual machine. Here's how.
#527 / 2010-01-04 09:30:00 / 1:19 min.
In Windows 7, besides making lots of cool improvements, they moved a few things around. Changed how they look. So, if you're wondering
how to uninstall a program in Windows 7
, you may find it's not where it used to be. We'll show you where to find and how to use the Uninstall Programs and Features utility in Windows 7.
#517 / 2009-12-21 09:30:00 / 2:28 min.
Nearly every device connected to your computer, be it a printer, an MP3 player or a keyboard, has a device driver that coordinates communication between the device and your PC. Manufacturers update drivers and here's how you can
update drivers in Windows 7
.
#512 / 2009-12-14 09:30:00 / 2:36 min.
There are times when you're computer is working fine and you're really pleased. Then you install a piece of software or make some other change and nothing seems right. You may wish you could go back to that earlier time when things were good. And, you can!
System Restore
has been present in Windows since XP and is a great way to roll your computer back to a happier time.
#503 / 2009-11-27 09:31:00 / 1:47 min.
Drivers tell your operating system how to interact with and address hardware like printers, scanners, DVD drives, video cards and, well, just about everything. Nearly all the devices that work with your computer use a driver to let the operating system know how to talk to it. Driver updates often fix problems and can sometimes speed up your computer and the devices it uses or even unlock new functionality.
#57 / 2009-11-24 17:00:00 / 2:59 min.
Miss Download takes a look at TempoPerfect Computer Metronome; software that's perfect for the musically gifted but tempo challenged. This software helps keep time when practicing or playing your instrument of choice. And its
free software
. You can change the tempo, measure and much more. Try doing that with your analog metronome!
#481 / 2009-11-12 09:31:00 / 1:31 min.
A footer is a good place to put information that you want to appear at the bottom of all or select pages in a document. This can be used for contact information, copyright information or just about any information you want to repeat across multiple pages of your document.
#472 / 2009-11-06 09:30:00 / 1:38 min.
Are there searches you find yourself doing in Gmail over and over again? If so you might be interested to know that you can actually
bookmark your searches
so you can return to them easily. Just click on the bookmark to launch your inbox and perform the search in an instant.
#458 / 2009-10-28 09:30:00 / 1:55 min.
Watermarks
have long been used to convey special information in documents. Whether it's the fact that the document is not to be copied or that it's top secret, watermarks do the trick. Here's how to add a watermark to a Word document.
#454 / 2009-10-26 09:30:00 / 2:50 min.
If you like a visual perspective then Cooliris is something you need to try. You can use it to see videos, news, pictures from around the world and so much more.
#452 / 2009-10-23 09:30:00 / 3:38 min.
Aviary Talon is a cool tool for grabbing
screen captures
right from Firefox. Sure you can save it to your desktop, but you can also save it to your free Aviary account. Make changes, save them and come back to work on it later.
#450 / 2009-10-22 09:30:00 / 1:56 min.
In an earlier tutorial we showed you how to add shapes to your Word 2007 documents. You can really perk up or call attention to basic shapes, however, simply by
adding some colors
. We'll show you how.
#448 / 2009-10-21 09:30:00 / 2:22 min.
When
creating a password
for your computer, your online bank account or your email, you need to balance a strength with making sure you'll remember. The mostsecure password
is useless if you forget it and the most easily memorized password is useless if it's cracked. Here's how to create a strong password you won't soon forget.
#446 / 2009-10-20 09:30:00 / 2:24 min.
In an earlier tutorial we showed you how to add shapes to your
Microsoft Word 2007
documents. You can really perk up those basic shapes, however, simply by adding some cool3D effects
. We'll show you how.
#442 / 2009-10-16 09:30:00 / 3:03 min.
You've been looking at the same old Windows desktop for years. Sure, you switch the wallpaper every now and again, but it's still so... flat. Check out BumpTop
free Windows demo software
that offers a whole new way to look at and interact with your Windows desktop.
#17 / 2009-10-15 12:00:00 / 3:56 min.
Capturing the screen, or a portion of it, can be a function that's very handy. You can use
screen capture programs
to save the screen to a file for later reference. You can use them to snag an error message before it disappears or you can use them to grab pictures from the Internet. This week Doc Callahan takes a look at threefree screen capture programs
that make it easy to save your screen.
#441 / 2009-10-15 09:31:00 / 3:28 min.
For many computer users,
managing their home network
can be a real problem. There are terms you may not understand and concepts that can be a bit confusing. WithCisco Network Magic
however, you see everything in a clean, useful interface.
#439 / 2009-10-14 09:31:00 / 1:44 min.
Most of the documents we create in
Microsoft Word 2007
are of the simple one-page, one-column variety. However, for a bit of visual interest and to make your newsletter feel more professional, consider using columnsMicrosoft Word 2007
makes it easy toadd columns to your documents
.
#437 / 2009-10-13 09:31:00 / 1:38 min.
Does it seem like your Internet connection is slow? Not what your provider promised? Well, there's a way to find out. Just use the
speed test
found in the free trial ofCisco Network Magic
.
#434 / 2009-10-12 09:30:00 / 1:45 min.
When you're working in certain types of documents you'll sometimes need to
add a "header."
You can have a header that appears at the top of every page, only on odd pages, only on even pages and other custom options. Here's how to add a header to Word 2007 documents.
#433 / 2009-10-09 09:31:00 / 1:58 min.
As more and more things move to the "
cloud computing
" concept, more and more companies are coming up with cool cloud products. For example, Aviary gives you the ability to do screen shots right from Firefox.
#432 / 2009-10-09 09:30:00 / 2:13 min.
Many home users don't have their
networks as secure
as they could be. In many cases the networks aren't secured at all. WithCisco Network Magic
you can improve network security and even put a "lock" on your network.
#16 / 2009-10-08 12:00:00 / 3:45 min.
You're probably aware that a number of programs automatically load each time you start Windows. Many of these load because you want them to, but some have been slipped into your startup group by the programs that installed them. If you have too many items loading it can slow down startup and rob you of valuable RAM. In fact, being selective in which programs start with Windows is one of the first things you should do to
speed up a slow PC
.
#430 / 2009-10-08 09:30:00 / 1:52 min.
With so many things on the Internet today it can be really handy to
insert hyperlinks
into your documents.Microsoft Word 2007
gives you the ability to add web and email links directly into your documents.
#428 / 2009-10-07 09:30:00 / 2:32 min.
Let's face it. Page after page of black text on white paper can get really, really boring. So why not spice things up with a little color? The
SmartArt feature of Word 2007
makes it quick and easy to do.
#15 / 2009-10-01 12:00:00 / 4:25 min.
When you wander around the Internet and visit sites you can begin to accumulate a lot of
bookmarks
. This week Doc Callahan takes a look at threefree bookmark programs
that make it easy toback up and manage your bookmarks
. Each one takes a different approach and they're all free!
#421 / 2009-10-01 09:31:00 / 1:40 min.
If you want to give your documents a little extra pizazz try
adding borders
. It gives any document a different look. It's also a great way tocreate special documents
because the borders help make the text stand out.
#419 / 2009-09-30 09:31:00 / 1:40 min.
There are countless symbols that are derived from various languages and areas of study. When working in
Word 2007
, however, you never have to worry. You have a full range ofsymbols
at your disposal. You just have to know where to look.
#417 / 2009-09-29 09:31:00 / 1:54 min.
Tables are great for
creating charts
of information, like and address list.Word 2007
makes it amazingly easy tocreate and insert a table into your word documents
.
#14 / 2009-09-24 17:00:00 / 3:15 min.
Every operating system comes with a simple calculator. However, for students, engineers, mathematicians and others, a simple calculator won't do. This week, Doc takes a look at three
free scientific calculators for Windows
with with advanced equation options and even graphing capabilities.
#410 / 2009-09-24 09:30:00 / 2:34 min.
Many hardware products today are "
plug and play
" also called UPnP for "Universal Plug and Play
." Not all devices are, however, which is why Windows gives you an easy way to add such devices.
#409 / 2009-09-23 09:31:00 / 1:46 min.
If you're a student or know a student, this one's for you. Generally, the default margins in
Microsoft Word
are fine, but often for school reports and assignments, the school or teacher will have very specific requirements for margins. Whether you want narrow margins or wide ones,Microsoft Word 2007
gives you lots of defaults to choose from, or you can choose toset custom margins in Word
.
#406 / 2009-09-22 09:30:00 / 1:16 min.
So you call tech support at some company. First thing they ask you is
what version of Windows are you running
? Then how much RAM do you have? What speed processor? All easy questions to answer, if you know where to look...
#403 / 2009-09-18 09:31:00 / 1:52 min.
Aviary Inc. has created a series of excellent tools including
Image Editor, Effects Editor and Image Markup
among others. To get the most use of thesefree image editing tools
it's best to have a free online account. Here's how toget started with Aviary
.
#398 / 2009-09-16 09:30:00 / 2:10 min.
Windows comes with a set of default system sounds. For the most part they're pretty dull, but you aren't stuck with them. If you have sounds you'd rather use, it's easy to
customize your Windows sounds
. Here's how.
#397 / 2009-09-15 09:31:00 / 2:20 min.
When you get a new computer or install a new copy of Windows on your computer, Windows prompts you to "activate" it. You have 30 days in which to
activate Windows
. Fine... butwhat is activation
and what does it do?
#6 / 2009-09-11 13:49:44 / 2:00 min.
Hard drives are widely available at sizes in excess of 1 terabyte. That's 1,000 gigabytes. That's one huge drive! With EASEUS Partition Manager, it's easy to partition your big hard drive into two or more virtual drives that look and act like separate physical hard drives on your computer. We'll even show you how to set up a dual-boot PC!
#393 / 2009-09-11 09:31:00 / 1:34 min.
Perhaps you've got a
hard drive
that you'd like toformat
so you can start fresh. Or maybe you just added a new hard drive to your computer. You'll probably needformat the drive
before you can use it. Before you go out to look for fancy formatting software look to Windows itself.
#380 / 2009-09-03 09:30:00 / 3:29 min.
Boot order
refers to which device your computer looks at first when you first power it on. This order is established in theCMOS or BIOS settings
in your computer. You can decide tomake a USB key the first boot device
or slightlyspeed up your computer's boot time
by telling it to look on the disk that contains your operating system first. Here'show to easily change your computer's boot order
. It will also allow you toboot from a CD or DVD
if you need to reinstall an operating system or run diagnostics on a misbehaving PC.
#367 / 2009-08-25 09:31:00 / 2:26 min.
Children are naturally curious. They explore their world and everything in it. When they're on your computer they may want to fiddle with or adjust your settings. That can be frustrating or dangerous.
SteadyState will help keep your family safe and your settings secure
.
#356 / 2009-08-18 09:30:00 / 2:00 min.
Cloud applications
are like Gmail are great. They let you access your data anywhere, on any Internet-connected computer. However, they sometimes lack the convenience of desktop applications in that you have to actively check for new email messages by logging in.Gmail Notifier
helps to bridge the gap fromdesktop to cloud
by alerting you to new messages as they arrive.
#351 / 2009-08-13 09:31:00 / 3:34 min.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by your Windows desktop there are ways to fix it. One of those ways is Stardock Fences. This free software helps you change your jumbled mess of a workspace into a clean and organized desktop.
#182 / 2009-08-03 17:00:00 / 20:39 min.
Every day, people are visiting your web site, checking out your message. Perhaps sharing their find with a friend. Wouldn't it be nice to know where these people are coming from? How they heard about you? Which of your links they're clicking on? Then again, maybe you're
not getting anywhere near as much traffic as you'd like and you're wondering why
. Andy and Sean take a look at Google Analytics a free, full-featured web stat reporting service, and show how to integrate it into your web site to getdetailed reports about your site traffic
.
#335 / 2009-08-03 09:31:00 / 2:20 min.
It happens to all of us as we surf the Web. We see an article that looks interesting, a recipe we'd like to try, a how-to we think would be helpful, but we don't have time to read it. With InstaPaper you can
save web clips to read later
.
#9 / 2009-07-30 12:00:00 / 3:58 min.
There are times when all you need to do is jot a quick note, a reminder or a phone number. For times like these, a full word processor would be overkill. What you need is the
software equivalent of a Post-it Note
. For just such occasions, here are thetop five free note taking programs for Windows
. Doc Callahan delivers.
#322 / 2009-07-24 09:30:00 / 2:31 min.
Continuing where we left off in part one of Organize your Windows Desktop, Michael "Doc" Callahan demonstrates how to
organize your desktop
and provides solid strategies forkeeping your Windows desktop organized
going forward.
#5 / 2009-07-24 09:00:00 / 3:34 min.
There are times when the
Windows Registry becomes corrupted
to the point where the computer can no longer boot. Perhaps your ownWindows Registry editing went awry
or perhaps the Registry just got corrupted over time. Whatever the case, it's possible torestore the Windows Registry from a back-up
(like the one we made in part 3 of this series, Precautions for using the Windows Registry editor. Even ifWindows won't boot
it's possible to get it back up and running with yourWindows Registry back-up
.
#8 / 2009-07-23 12:00:00 / 2:42 min.
This week, Doc Callahan looks at four,
free reminder programs
that will ensure younever miss an important date
. Whether you're working hard or playing a game on your PC, you'll never miss another appointment, birthday, meeting, class, or assignment. These reminder programs offer a variety of features, but all of them arefree Windows software
!
#320 / 2009-07-23 09:30:00 / 3:20 min.
We've all see people who have a
mass of icons on their Windows desktop
. Sometimes it seems like every file on their computer is right there on the desktop in a jumble of color. This need not be however. With a little planning it's easy toorganize your Windows desktop and keep it organized
.
#4 / 2009-07-23 09:00:00 / 3:26 min.
Entries in the
Windows Registry
have names that mean something to Microsoft programmers and to tech gurus... however, to most of us they're just gibberish. Armed with a list of useful Registry tweaks and a littleWindows Registry editing know-how
, you cancompletely tweak Windows
so it works the way you want it to.
#3 / 2009-07-22 09:00:00 / 3:33 min.
Editing the Windows Registry
is good way totweak your Windows PC
... if you do it right. However, blithelychanging Windows Registry entries
is a recipe for disaster. Michael "Doctor File Finder" Callahan offers some common sense tips that will ensure your Registry changes are tweaks and improvements as opposed to train wrecks and a disappointment. First and foremost:make a full backup of the Registry
before editing. Here's how.
#2 / 2009-07-21 09:00:00 / 2:53 min.
Windows comes with a Registry editor built right into the operating system. It isn't elegant or fancy, but it gets the job done. Here we'll take a brief look at its functions. After viewing this
video tutorial
, you'll be able to go in and startediting the Windows Registry
totweak Windows
#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
.
#1 / 2009-07-20 09:00:00 / 2:15 min.
The
Windows Registry
is actually a database that stores all the information about your computer. The software, the devices, the files and much, much more has a home here. It's perfectly safe to work with the Registry as long as you understand certain things about it.tweaking the Windows Registry
can alsospeed up your computer without buying software
, canfix computer problems
and more. Michael "Doctor File Finder" Callahan runs through thisbeginner's guide to the Windows Registry in this video series
, complete with handyWindows Registry tips and tricks
.
#7 / 2009-07-16 12:00:00 / 4:40 min.
Today it seems we have a
password, PIN, or passcode
to access just about everything. From banking to shopping we need to remember an ever increasing number of these things to get through our day. So, today we're going to look atfive free password managers
that make it easy tochoose secure passwords
and just as easy toremember all those passwords
. And they're allfree Windows downloads
to boot.
#308 / 2009-07-15 09:30:00 / 2:41 min.
Computers are pretty complex devices. You install software, device drivers, data. You hook up printers and cameras and scanners and more. Sometimes things conflict and it makes using your PC nearly all but impossible. For those times there's
Safe Mode
. Michael "Doc" Callahan explains howSafe Mode
can save you when yourWindows computer won't boot up
.
#304 / 2009-07-13 09:30:00 / 1:57 min.
Starting with Windows XP there's a feature called
System Restore
. Thiscreates restore points
that preserve the state of your computer at a specific date and time. Somerestore points
are created automatically, but here's how you cancreate a new restore point
yourself.
#302 / 2009-07-10 09:30:00 / 3:01 min.
You may
erase a file
and you think it's gone, but it really isn't. You mayformat the hard drive
and believe that everything is gone, but again it's really not. All that's really happened is you've flagged the space on your hard drive where the file(s) used to reside as over-writable. If you want to be really sure you have tocompletely wipe a disk clean
before you give it away. Here's how to do just that.
#300 / 2009-07-09 09:30:00 / 2:56 min.
If you've used DOS and Windows you're probably well aware of
drive letters
. Under Windows everyone has aC: drive
. Other operating systems like Unix, Linix, and Mac don't use drive letters. Here's a little background information onwhat drive letters are and why Windows uses them
.
#298 / 2009-07-08 09:30:00 / 1:41 min.
A PC can connect to a near unlimited number of devices. Printers, scanners, DVD players, TV cards, external hard drivers and so much more. The link between a device and the computer is the
device driver
. If you have device drivers that are up-to-date your PC will run smoother. If you've ever asked yourself "how do I update a device driver on my PC
?" then this is the tutorial for you.
#296 / 2009-07-07 09:30:00 / 3:54 min.
Sometimes you're working on your computer and it just isn't acting right. Perhaps you just installed some new software a few days ago and the problem started then. You've tried uninstalling, but the problems continue. Often the best way to get back to normal is to
use System Restore
.System Restore
lets you roll your computer back to a time when it was working well without losing any of your documents, images, movies or music. We'll show you how.
#292 / 2009-07-03 09:30:00 / 1:49 min.
There may be times when you'd like to
surf the Internet without leaving traces
behind for others to see. For those times you can use the new InPrivate feature in Internet Explorer 8. This feature lets youbrowse privately
.
#278 / 2009-06-24 09:30:00 / 2:21 min.
Many files on your computer can get quite large. This is true of documents, text files, photos, and more. You can use WinRAR to
compress files into a RAR archive
and make them smaller.
#35 / 2009-06-23 17:00:00 / 3:06 min.
Many Mac users are already familiar with Growl. This software gives you notifications for things that happen on your PC. When a friend comes online, a new email is received, a file download finishes or the now-playing song changes in iTunes, Growl will tell you. You can also choose where Growl pops up to notify you, unlike a lot of the other notification pop-ups (or "digital toast") we have to deal with. The Windows version doesn't have quite the polish of the Mac version, but it's a good start.
#9 / 2009-06-18 09:00:00 / 2:25 min.
Ubuntu
has a lot to offer, but if you useWindows
you probably have some favorite programs. It just so happens that you canrun your favorite Windows programs in Ubuntu
by usingemulators
.
#263 / 2009-06-12 09:31:00 / 3:01 min.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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
.
#252 / 2009-06-05 09:30:00 / 2:15 min.
File attributes are like tags that tell the operating system and programs information about files. File attributes convey whether a file has been backed up, if it can be altered, if it's used by the operating system, and so on.
#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.
#4 / 2009-06-04 09:00:00 / 2:40 min.
#248 / 2009-06-03 09:30:00 / 1:04 min.
There are a large number of compression formats available. The best known is the ZIP format created by Phil Katz in 1986. Another popular compression program is WinRAR. It creates compressed files that have the file extension .RAR.
#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.
#246 / 2009-06-02 09:30:00 / 1:34 min.
Window Explorer is configured to give you certain information by default. If you wish, however, you can configure it to give you all the information you'd like. Get the date modified, file attributes and much more with just a few clicks.
#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.
#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!
#232 / 2009-05-22 09:30:00 / 2:50 min.
#210 / 2009-05-07 09:30:00 / 1:41 min.
Most home networks are connected to the Internet via cable, DSL or satellite connections. These connections run into your router and it becomes the "gateway" for all the computers on your network. Sometimes you need to know the IP address for your default gateway so here's how to find it!
#208 / 2009-05-06 09:30:00 / 1:46 min.
Your Windows workgroup is assigned during the installation of Windows. The standard defaults for this have been either "WORKGROUP" or "MSHOME". Home networks run better when all the computers are part of the same workgroup. Here's how to find your workgroup name and change it if you like.
#2 / 2009-05-05 09:00:00 / 2:49 min.
In Internet Explorer 8, Microsoft developers really improved some of the navigation features. There's a compatibility view that you can use on pages that don't display quite right, there's an amazing improvement to tabbed browsing, and and a much improved Find On Page function.
#204 / 2009-05-04 09:30:00 / 2:11 min.
Windows comes with certain options as defaults. For example, double-click to open something, open new folders in the original folder, and the like. Just because that's the way it works by default doesn't mean you can't change it. Using the Folder Options you can customize how Windows behaves in this regard and perhaps find a way that suits you better.
#1 / 2009-05-04 09:00:00 / 1:15 min.
Internet Explorer 8 is one of the most talked about releases of Internet Explorer in quite some time. That's probably because it has so many cool new features, functions, and improvements. From Accelerators to Web Slices and InPrivate browsing, you won't want to miss a single part of this ten-part series.
#201 / 2009-04-30 09:31:00 / 1:30 min.
There are times when the mouse cursor can be elusive. It gets hidden under windows or in a corner. To make your mouse cursor more visible you can turn on mouse trails. This leaves a trail of mouse pointers as you move it.
#199 / 2009-04-29 09:31:00 / 1:41 min.
For many people it can get tedious when you have to hold down a mouse button while you drag things around. Well, it doesn't have to be that way if you turn on ClickLock for you mouse. Click to drag, click again to let go, it's just that easy. Let's find out how.
#196 / 2009-04-28 09:30:00 / 1:55 min.
Your mouse has certain default values, but that doesn't mean you have to stick with the defaults. It is possible to go in and change things to your personal preference. Change the look of your cursors, alter the speed of double-clicking, turn on ClickLock and more.
#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.
#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.
#192 / 2009-04-24 09:30:00 / 2:32 min.
Windows comes with certain mouse cursors as defaults. What many people don't realize, however, is that you can change them to something more to your taste. There are tons of alternative mouse cursors available. You can find some right within Windows and you can find many others on the Internet.
#191 / 2009-04-23 09:31:00 / 2:09 min.
Windows Updates are designed to fix bugs and patch security flaws within Windows. To keep you and your computer safe from security threats you need to make sure that these updates are installed as they become available.
#186 / 2009-04-21 09:30:00 / 1:44 min.
I work on a dual monitor system. Every now and then I can't find my mouse cursor. I wiggle it, I jiggle it, and still it eludes me. Ahh, but
if you turn on the option to show you where your mouse cursor is you'll
always be able to find it!
if you turn on the option to show you where your mouse cursor is you'll
always be able to find it!
#1 / 2009-04-20 09:00:00 / 2:33 min.
Computers use a lot of power. You can make your own computer as energy efficient as possible using these simple software tools. Windows XP and Vista (as well as Mac OSX and open source alternatives not covered here) include power management software. The programs we look at here go much further and allow you to fine-tune your computer's power management strategy. You'll save money on your energy bills and, more importantly, you'll be working toward minimizing your computer's impact on Mother Earth.
#163 / 2009-04-03 09:31:00 / 2:35 min.
Sometimes you need some specific information about your Windows computer. Like when you're talking with someone in tech support. They ask you how much RAM you have, or what size hard drive, or what version of Windows and you just aren't sure. For those times, or in case you're just curious, there's a handy utility called System Information that will tell you all you need to know.
#161 / 2009-04-02 09:31:00 / 2:45 min.
Windows Firewall protects you from threats that try to sneak into your computer without any action from you. Antivirus and antispyware software help to protect against threats that you may have unwittingly taken some part in getting by opening an infected email or visiting a bad Web page. In this tutorial we'll show you how Windows Firewall works and how to configure it.
#158 / 2009-04-01 09:30:00 / 1:42 min.
Your computer has an Internal IP address and an External IP address. It may have been set manually or it may have been set automatically. Regardless of how it was set there are times when you need to know what that IP address is. In our previous tutorial we showed you how to find your External IP address. In this tutorial we'll show you how to find the Internal IP address.
#157 / 2009-03-31 09:31:00 / 2:09 min.
Your computer most likely has an IP address that it uses on your local network. Often it's assigned by your router. This is an internal IP address. You also have an external IP address that is the address that's available to the world when you surf the Internet. Just as it's easy for you to trace your IP address with the tools below, it's also easy for someone else to trace an IP address to find out where it's coming from.
#156 / 2009-03-31 09:30:00 / 1:47 min.
GoToMyPC is a powerful tool to help you get remote access to a PC, even if it's hundreds or thousands of miles away. When you're trying to collaborate on a project, when a friend or family member needs help with a PC problem, when you need to access a document on your home PC but you're in the office, or on the road, or in another country, there's GoToMyPC. This software lets you remote control an authorized PC from anywhere.
#155 / 2009-03-30 09:31:00 / 2:29 min.
GoToMyPC allows you to access your PC from anywhere you can get an internet connection. There are times when you want or need to access other computers from a remote location. For times like that I use GoToMyPC. It's safe, secure, and easy-to-use. In this tutorial I'll show you how to give it a try for yourself.
#154 / 2009-03-30 09:30:00 / 2:40 min.
Everyone knows the Windows Taskbar. How can you not? It's sitting there at the bottom of every copy of Windows since version 3.1. Even Windows 7 has a taskbar, albeit a much improved one. There are some clever tweaks you can use with the taskbar that you might not know about, so here they are!
#153 / 2009-03-27 09:31:00 / 1:49 min.
Defragmenting your computer is important to the well being of your PC. Just by using your hard drive the file system gets "fragmented." Adding file, removing files, there's just no way to avoid it. When your drive is fragmented it slows down your PC and makes your hard drive work harder. So, defragmenting is a way to clean up the mess so your drive can work a little easier. Uniblue's DiskRescue does a great job of defragmenting and keeping your performance where it should be.
#152 / 2009-03-27 09:30:00 / 1:37 min.
There are quite a few programs that automatically run each time you start Windows. Some you know about, but others you don't. There are times when it's helpful to turn off all those programs when you're trying to track down a problem. Auto-run programs can be easily turned off, here's how to do it!
#151 / 2009-03-26 09:31:00 / 1:53 min.
Every font set can display a range of characters. Yes, they display the alphabet and numbers, but they can also display much more. To find out take a look at Character Map. Character Map will not only show you every character that's in a font set, but it gives you a way to use those characters.
#149 / 2009-03-25 09:31:00 / 1:41 min.
Every now and then you'll try to add hardware that Windows simply doesn't recognize. It may be something that's not "Plug and Play" or PnP as it often appears on packaging. It may just be something that Windows doesn't see. In these cases it's handy to know how to add hardware yourself.
#142 / 2009-03-20 09:30:00 / 3:20 min.
You install programs, you create shortcuts, your programs create shortcuts. Before you know it your neat Windows Desktop is a battleground. You have to hunt to find anything other than the things you use most. Ah, but there is a solution.
#15 / 2009-03-20 09:00:00 / 1:46 min.
Microsoft Corporation launched Internet Explorer 8 and it's loaded with new features. Improved navigation, better history management, much improved Favorites, Web Slices, Instant Search, and greatly improved performance.
#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.
#139 / 2009-03-18 09:31:00 / 2:41 min.
Your start menu can become cluttered; folders, program icons, documents, all of these can lead to a messy directory tree. Before you know it your Start menu can stretch across the screen and it's often difficult to balance the Start menu while you try to launch a program. On top of that many users insist on using the "classic" start menu and that supports disorganization. Let's clean it up!
#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.
#124 / 2009-03-06 09:31:00 / 2:02 min.
Your PC is a lot like a car. If you keep it tuned up and clean it will run well. Let it get junked up, miss scheduled maintenance appointments generally don't look after it, it will slow down. TuneUp Utilities 2009 acts like a PC mechanic and clears out the junk.
#117 / 2009-03-03 09:30:00 / 2:20 min.
Windows System Restore is a feature that was added in Windows XP. Restore Points are created when you install or uninstall software, install devices, and so on. You can also create your own Restore Points, just in case you encounter a problem. In those times you can restore your computer to an earlier time when there wasn't a problem. Very handy.
#12 / 2009-02-26 09:45:00 / 2:40 min.
Apple announced a public beta of the new Safari 4, available on both Windows and Mac machines. This new version of the Apple browser is chock full of cool new features. It supports style sheets, top tabs, "Top Sites," cover flow, complete search history, and plenty more. Take it for a spin and see what you think.
#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.
#109 / 2009-02-20 09:30:00 / 1:17 min.
Whether you want to change the way shortcut icons appear on your desktop or you want to change the appearance of a particular folder on your PC, changing the icon associated with that file or folder is a great way to customize your PC.
#107 / 2009-02-18 09:30:00 / 1:11 min.
For Windows to work best and for it to be as secure as possible, you need to make sure you always have the latest updates. Microsoft releases fixes for security vulnerabilities, along with new device drivers and other system tweaks. Updates are free for registered Windows installs.
#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.
#7 / 2009-02-17 09:00:00 / 2:20 min.
One of the best ways of limiting what your children are able to do on the Internet or on the computer is to limit their options. This can be done easily by creating a special User Account for each child.
#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.
#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.
#158 / 2009-02-09 17:00:00 / 21:23 min.
Andy and Sean take a look at Windows 7, the latest operating system from Microsoft. Windows 7 has yet to be officially released. That said, there's a "beta" version available that lets Windows lovers get a taste of Windows 7 before its official release, slated for early 2010.
#8 / 2009-02-04 09:00:00 / 1:45 min.
The whole idea behind iTunes is that it acts as your one-stop media library. All your music, movies, TV shows you've downloaded, iPhone apps you've grabbed, podcasts you subscribe to and more are all there. To avoid information overload, Molly McDonald has some practical tips for navigating your ever-growing iTunes library.
#95 / 2009-01-30 09:00:00 / 1:47 min.
Sometimes you just get tired of looking at the same old screen. With TuneUp Utilities you can completely change the look and feel of Windows XP. Everything from the system icons, the login and logout screens, the behavior of windows and more can be customized in just a few simple steps.
#5 / 2009-01-27 10:26:43 / 2:32 min.
The Downadup/Conficker worm has already infected over 15 million computers in China, India, the United States, England and other countries. The worm affects primarily corporate networks, but personal computer users need to be vigilant. The worm is spread primarily via pirated software and through network connections. Microsoft released a patch that fixed the security flaws, but the infected systems did not apply the patch, often because the copy of Windows is pirated.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#73 / 2008-12-05 09:31:00 / 1:24 min.
If you like working with graphics you can't beat IrfanView. Being able to send graphics to the program makes using it even easier. This way, you can quickly open files in IrfanView without having to go through the file > open dialogues.
#72 / 2008-12-05 09:30:00 / 3:00 min.
Tired of the way Windows looks on your PC? Using the Windows Appearance options, you can change it quickly and easily. You can make your PC harken back to the days before Windows XP and completely change the color scheme, background color and more.
#71 / 2008-12-04 09:31:00 / 2:59 min.
To keep your computer running at peak efficiency you need to keep the Registry clean and compact. RegistryBooster 2009 does an amazing job of doing just that.
#67 / 2008-12-02 09:31:00 / 1:30 min.
Windows makes it possible to have multiple user accounts. This is great because each user can have their own private files, sounds, wallpaper and other settings. Here's how to create a new user account.
#64 / 2008-12-01 09:30:00 / 2:32 min.
There are times when you want or need to take a capture of your screen. SnagIt, by Techsmith, is one of best ways to do it.
#5 / 2008-11-28 09:00:00 / 2:19 min.
Your Mac isn't your Mac until you've customized it. System Preferences is where you need to be in order to do that. We'll run you through where you go to make changes to your desktop wallpaper, to change your screen saver, set up printers, Bluetooth, your Internet connection and more.
#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.
#4 / 2008-11-27 09:00:00 / 2:38 min.
When making the switch from PC to Mac, you'll notice that things are a little different. Most of the basic functionality is the same, it's just that the interface functions are unique to each operating system. Program and application windows work in much the same way in Mac as in Windows but are controlled slightly differently. Permit us to demonstrate...
#3 / 2008-11-26 09:00:00 / 2:38 min.
The Dock in Mac OSX functions somewhat like the Taskbar in Windows. You can customize the Dock to show the programs you access most frequently, you can hide it away when it's not being used, you can enable or disable neat Dock animations and more. In this episode, The Doc gets down with the Dock.
#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.
#2 / 2008-11-25 09:00:00 / 3:10 min.
When making the switch, it's the little details that can get more than a little confusing. In Windows, you're used to each application or explorer window having it's own menu bar at the top. The Mac "thinks different." We'll show you how to ease the transition.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#2 / 2008-10-21 00:00:00 / 2:00 min.
Tadaa!
Windows sounds are a little on the boring side. We show you how to create your own set to act as your computing soundtrack. Change one or more sounds, from the Windows start-up music to the critical battery alarm, and set your own sounds to personalize your PC.
Windows sounds are a little on the boring side. We show you how to create your own set to act as your computing soundtrack. Change one or more sounds, from the Windows start-up music to the critical battery alarm, and set your own sounds to personalize your PC.
#120 / 2008-05-12 17:00:00 / 15:30 min.
Andy and Sean show you how to recover your deleted data (and your marriage!) using oranges.
#116 / 2008-04-14 17:00:00 / 17:16 min.
Andy and Sean look at how flash memory could be a replacement for magnetic hard drives.
#113 / 2008-03-17 17:00:00 / 22:45 min.
Andy and Sean respond to viewer questions about podcast production, external hard drives and frost-bite in a can.
#98 / 2007-11-12 17:00:00 / 26:56 min.
Andy and Sean show how to share files between Windows computers.
#85 / 2007-08-13 17:00:00 / 19:38 min.
Andy and Sean show you how to make older programs work in Vista.
#77 / 2007-06-18 17:00:00 / 17:28 min.
Andy and Sean retrofit a Windows XP machine to look and work like Vista.
#73 / 2007-05-21 17:00:00 / 24:29 min.
Andy and Sean take a look at backup technologies in Vista and on the Mac.
#66 / 2007-03-26 17:00:00 / 15:30 min.
Andy and Sean show you hot Windows Vista tricks including how to use your USB key to boost system performance.
#63 / 2007-03-05 17:00:00 / 21:26 min.
Andy and Sean show you how to run Windows (or Linux!) on your Apple computer.
#61 / 2007-02-19 17:00:00 / 19:44 min.
Andy and Sean show you how to tighten security on Windows XP and Vista PCs.
#54 / 2006-12-11 17:00:00 / 14:25 min.
Andy and Sean show how disk defragmentation works using eggplant and zucchini.
#9 / 2005-12-19 17:00:00 / 18:03 min.
We explain how to share files and folder on a home network for both Windows and Mac. Plus Boo makes a surprise appearance.
Hard drives are widely available at sizes in excess of 1 terabyte. That's 1,000 gigabytes. That's one huge drive! With EASEUS Partition Manager, it's easy to partition your big hard drive into two or more virtual drives that look and act like separate physical hard drives on your computer. We'll even show you how to set up a dual-boot PC!
Your one-stop shop for everything relating to software on butterscotch and Tucows. Tips and tricks to working with your favorite programs, Video Cow Reviews, slick software trailers that highlight the latest and greatest and software recommendations that help you do more with the technology you already own.
The
Windows Registry
has long been the domain of geeks and PC tweakers. However, it's nowhere near as complicated as you might think. With thisfive-part video how-to
, Michael "Doctor File Finder" Callahan explains and shows youhow to edit the Windows Registry
safely and effectively.Control which programs and services start with Windows
,speed up a slow PC
and just generallytake control of the Windows Registry
. With thesepractical Registry tips and tweaks
, you'll go from Registry editing newbie to pro in five video steps.
With
Google Earth
installed on your Windows, Mac or Linux PC, you can circumnavigate the world in considerable less than 80 days. You can dive the the depths of the ocean or check out the constellations in the night sky at noon. All without leaving your desk.Google Earth
has many practical applications too. Get driving directions, see what amenities are available in the neighborhood you're thinking of moving into and even see how said neighborhood has changed over the years. Perhaps best of all, Google Earth is free for home users.
The Internet is full of all sorts of foreign wonders and useful information. Unfortunately, it is also full of many threats to your computer such as spyware, viruses and other malware. Fortunately, you can
protect your computer from all that malware by using Spyware Doctor with AntiVirus
byPC Tools
. It's easy to install and we'll walk you through all of the steps involved, includingsetting up the IntelliGuard protection
andrunning scans on your computer
!
If you've got friends or family living outside of the country, you know that long distance bills can quickly pile up with the calls. Fortunately there are many ways to
communicate online for free
, such as Skype.Skype allows you to make phone calls for free over your computer
. Skype is also a free download and in this series we'll tell you where to get it and how to use it.
One really important set of software that most people can't do without is called an office suite. You've probably used these before, they usually consist of a
word processor program
, aspreadsheet program
, apresentation program
and more. They often come in a bundle and most people are familiar with Microsoft's Office Suite. What many people don't know, however, is that there are many great alternatives like OpenOffice.org. What setsOpenOffice.org
apart from the rest is that it is a completelyfree office suite
!
In this series we show you
how to change a hard drive
for yourWindows or Mac notebook
. We'll show youhow to find a compatible drive
,how to backup your computer
and walk you through the steps it takes touninstall and replace hard drives
for both Windows and Mac systems.
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