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- August 2010 - How to completely remove programs from your computer - Choose a calculator. Calculate on your computer or while connected online - Windows Update and how to use Custom Updates and to hide unwanted updates - Folders are your friend. Learn to use folders to help you better organize data on your hard drive.
- July 2010 - How to repair startup problems - How to recover from blue screen errors - How to create PDF documents - How to resize photos
- June 2010 - How to startup in Safe Mode - How to import and export mail messages and settings - Learn Network Secrets
- Networking background
- A method strictly for data transfers
- Full networking connectivity
- The easy to the hardest ways to create a network
- Research before you start
- Tips for success
- Troubleshooting
- May 2010 - Control Outlook Express/Mail/Live Mail font size for reading and printing e-mail - Control display font size in Explorer and Internet Explorer - Thinking of buying a new computer? (Tips on what to consider are offered) - How to easily locate and install your favorite (or some of your favorite) program on your new computer
- April 2010 -
How to recover files - How to use data recovery software - Learn about your home page and how to change it - How to tell what program opens a particular file extension
- March, 2010 -
This special issue is devoted to providing in depth help as you cleanup, customize, and personalize your computer. The following is a list of the contents of this issue. -
- Tuneup, cleanup, and personalize (your computer)
- Review My Computer Properties
- Turn off indexing if you seldom search for files
- Supercharge your network
- Review Taskbar, Start Menu, and Toolbar settings
- Perform routine maintenance (mail and Internet Explorer settings)
- SOFTWARE REVIEWS -
CCleaner - CNet TechTracker - Smart Defrag - DriverMax - FileHippo Checker - Secunia Personal Software Inspector - Ninite (bulk download program) - Compare Adobe Reader with Foxit Reader - Advanced SystemCare
- February 2010 - How to create a hyperlink - How to easily convert measures (measurements) - How to backup your registry - How to maximize and minimize Windows - How to create subfolders - How to move or copy files to subfolder in Outlook Express - How to recover files - What happens when you delete files? - What happens if you have not backed up your data? - How can you protect yourself against data loss? - Learn how to use data recovery software - Lessons learned - How to troubleshoot in Windows 7
- January 2010 - What you can expect from an alternate operating system (such as Linux) - Printer tips and tricks - Windows 7: Little things add up
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- December 2009 -
How to add or remove toolbars such as:
Links - Quick Launch - Windows Media Player
Address - Desktop Search - Create new toolbar
How to Set your taskbar properties - How to Customize your Startup Menu - Windows Tips and Tricks
- November 2009 -
The issue is very long, but I hope you will find that it is well worth your while to read it from cover to cover. If needed, take a break and read it in two sittings. The following topics are covered in this edition -
- How to install a new operating System.
- Background information before you begin
- Prepare in advance for the new OS
- Run the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor
- What is formatting?
- How to format a drive or partition that does not contain the operating system
- How to format a drive with the operating system on it
- How to install a hard drive
- How to move files and programs to Win 7
- Installing Win 7
- Useful web site information related to upgrading to Win 7. Think of this as collateral reading that may answer questions that you still have about upgrading to Win 7.
- What comes with Windows? You may discover programs that you did not even know came with Windows. This is a long section but is worth the read. It briefly discussed the different accessories that come with Windows. The list will change with the release of Windows 7.
- Do the taskbar your way
- Firefox and Opera tricks
- BartPE screen shots (continuation of page 2, Reformatting a drive with the OS)
- October 2009 - Software review of Search Everything (by filename or folder) - Software review of Agent Ransack (a file search companion) - How to switch to full screen mode (get similar results in OE and Windows Mail) - How to display a folder list in OE or Windows Mail and to change the layout - Did you forget spring cleaning of your computer? This article covers the basics in detail
- September 2009 - What is Windows Live? - Vista Service Pack 2 - How to clear away system tray clutter - How to permanently remove data from your hard drive - How to add or remove toolbars - Browser wars - Vista Service Pack 2 addendum
- August 2009 - Windows 7 is coming. What can you expect? - Software review of RoboForm - Change the look of Outlook Express (OE) - Software review of Internet Explorer 8 - How to handle tough uninstalls
- July 2009 -
Do you need a print server? -
How to update firmware -
How to copy photos to a CD
- June 2009 -
More freeware products - Updates versus upgrades - Good software less than $100 -
Ad Muncher -
Adobe Photoshop Elements 7 -
Ashampoo Burning Studio -
CuteFTP Lite -
Diskeeper Pro -
Express Assist -
GoodSync -
Linkstash -
Microsoft Works -
PC Magazine Utilities -
RoboForm -
Snagit -
TweakVista -
Version Tracker
- May 2009 - This issue is dedicated entirely to reviews of popular freeware software
- April 2009 - Software review of Picasa - How to import and export mail messages and settings - Software review of Moffsoft FreeCalc (calculator) - How to send very large files (without using your e-mail program) - Enjoy Bug-Bytes and spring flowers.
- March 2009 - How to make your wireless network really secure - Users Beware! What you don't know can bite you - Missing something good? Take a new look at shortcuts - PC Magazine goes paperless. (Is this the wave of the future?)
- February 2009 - Product review of GoodSync - How to control icons in your system tray - How to save money on printer ink - Look inside Picasa (the new version 3.0)
- January 2009 - Get rid of bloatware - Where did that freeware program go? - What flavor of word processor is right for you? - Why can't I open DOC, RTF, PPS, XLS, and PDF files? - Easily create PDF documents -
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- December 2008 - URL tips and tricks - National Do Not Call Registry - How to stop those annoying phone calls - Little windows tricks - Scroll wheel mouse - Adjust your sound volume - Use an internet keyboard - Find your photos fast - Storage choices
- November 2008 - A computer quiz - How to print CD labels - How to burn CDs (you can also use a thumb drive) - Is your CD burner software long in the tooth? - Is your program software secure? - Are your device drivers up to date? - Where can you find a calendar for a future date?
- October 2008 - HOW TO AVOID COMMON COMPUTER PROBLEMS -
About computer neglect -
About editor choices -
Let friends in, keep all others out -
Keep your protection up to date -
Run windows update -
Include spam blocking -
Tips to make you more productive -
Remove font bloat for faster computer starts -
How to add data to a CD -
- September 2008 - SPEED UP YOUR SLOW COMPUTER -
Problems and their causes and
how you can go about fixing them. Included are screen
shots to make it easier for you to understand the different
steps.
- August 2008 - A fresh look at vista (required computer resources) -
Quickly find your address book from another program -
USB plug-and-play convenience -
How to open strange files that people send you (such as pps, pdf, and mdb) -
How to insert pictures in email messages (insert is different from attach)
- July 2008 - Do you need an advanced photo editor? - Before and after examples of edited pictures - Troubleshooting guidelines - Vista related updates
- June 2008 - Add remove software - Uninstall using the correct method - Learn to use msconfig startup - Vista Task Manager - Energy saver - How do permanently delete spam in the email junk folder - Cut and paste tips
- May 2008 - How to transfer files
and settings to a new computer - What files to transfer - About the Windows Transfer Tutorial - How to create great panorama photos -
- April 2008 - Voice over internet protocol - How to get Outlook Express to spell check - Vista Windows Mail compose/spelling dialog - Additional functionality in Outlook Express - About Answers.com
- March 2008 - Networking - Setup - Types of networks - Security - Setup folders you want to share - About routers - Suggested reading sources
- February 2008 - Digitize your negatives and slides - Scanner basics - Slide adapters - Error corrections - Editing photos - Enhancements and art effects
- January 2008 -
Change icon size and text size - Setting screen resolution -
The scoop on saving files - How to find lost files -
About file recovery software - Software review: Express Assist 9 -
Laptop tips.
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- December 2007 - Discover keys that can make computing much easier - How to fine tune all the buttons and wheels on your mouse - How to link to your favorite web pages with a special tool bar.
- November 2007 - Things to consider when buying a printer - Printer installation tips - How to change your home page - The many functions of the Task Manager - Web page printing tricks.
- October 2007 - Computer games - How to change wallpaper - What is cache? - How to program the power button -
- September 2007 - PDF Generator (Portable Document Format) - Online information about you - Links to Maps Online - Difference between optical -
zoom and digital zoom - How to control your desktop and quick
launch area - About thumb drives and readyboost
- August 2007 - How to set-up your browser home page - About print drivers - Practice good netiquette - Examples of emoticons - File saving basics (save versus save as) - File converter programs -
- July 2007 - Adjusting your monitor - Shop online, but know the rules - Steps you can take to save energy - Software Review....Organize your favorites with Powermarks -
- June 2007 - Software Review of Snagit - How to fix Windows annoyances - Sofware Review of Tweak UI - XP Powertoys and Add-Ins - Pros and Cons of Indexing -
- May 2007 - Troubleshoot
your problems - Subscribe to the computerbugs list server - Computer heat problems - Register your software - Reinstalling software - Why you donit want to use normal startup mode - About selective startup -
- April 2007 - Internet Explorer Add-ons - Impressions of Internet Explorer version 7.0 - How to reset IE to its default
configuration - The story behind different CD types - Update Adobe Reader to version 8.0 -
- March 2007 - How to read sensors - Distinguish good cookies from the bad - Do you need more USB ports? - About digital readers - How to change file associations - My first impressions of Vista and installation tips -
- February 2007 - How to print envelopes - ZIP+4 to expedite mail delivery - How to print labels - Remove the ie toolbar clutter - Automatically fix file system errors - How have hard drives changed -
- January 2007 - A New Year checklist - How to resize your photos - Have you discovered (photo) borders? - Do you have a printer manual? (how to get one) - (How to) cleanup your system tray -
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- December 2005 - How to setup FAX capability in Windows XP - Tips for Irfanview - Hoaxes....all e-mail is not true - Computer upgrade solutions - Happy Holiday mailing guidelines - What are function keys? -
- November 2005 - How to backup and restore your windows drivers - How to repair windows - Short tips - Be computer savvy - Windows Disk Cleanup -
- October 2005 - Explore your printeris options - The missing toolbar - Missing sounds - USB ports - Short tips
- September 2005 - Locate missing device drivers - Software review - How to change file associations - The pros and cons of CRTs versus LCDs - Protect your personal data when giving a computer away - Manage your data - Wireless connection error messages
- August 2005 - Helpful registry programs - Uninterruptible power supply - Vendoris support services - Build a second computer as an educational project
- July 2005 - Screen Capture Utility - Recycle Bin - Software Review: Power Marks
- June 2005 - Shopping the Internet - Screensaver Reviews - Networking Part II - Ashampoo Burner Review - E-Mail in Plain Text or Rich Text
- May 2005 - Save Registration Information - Tables or Spreadsheets? - Fix Disappearing Problems - Write-Once And Rewritable CDs - Software Review 1 Click Answers - Networking Computers Part I
- April 2005 - About PDF documents - How to change the look of an icon? - Tool bar options - Add a desktop search window - How to properly uninstall programs - About e-mail courtesy - Use TidyMail to strip out unnecessary
items from your email with a single button click.
- March 2005 - Saving Webpages - Good Tip Sources - Troubleshooting Help - Built-In Troubleshooters - Vendor FAQs - Automated Support Assistants - Knowledge Bases - Demystify Error Codes - Computerbugs List Server - About Using Google - Registry First Aid - Personalize Desktop Wallpaper
- February 2005 - Tune-Up Your Computer -
Defragment / Optimize - Scandisk - Update Drivers - Delete Temporary Files - Remove Dust Build-Up - Fix Broken Shortcuts - Simplify Desktop - Uninstall Applications - Remove Excess Fonts - Replace Batteries - Clean your Mouse - Check Network Settings - About MSconfig - Upgrade Ram - Tune-Up Your Monitor - How to Search Your Computer - Printer Facts and Tips
- January 2005 - Shut Down made Eazy - Mozilla Firefox and Thunderbird - How to by-pass a pop-up blocker - Instant messaging pitfalls - Organize your photos - AVG free version 7.0 of their popular anti-virus product
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- December 2004 - Computer Security - Spam Blocking - Firewalls - - Photo Sharing Options - Photo Sharing Websites - Create Your Own Music Collections
- November 2004 - How to view and compare the files in directories - Select a new display wallpaper - Windows update options - How to reset Outlook Express security options (windows XP-SP2) - SP2 adds pop-up blocker - Security strategy - Anti-virus upgrades - Diskeeper is an editoris choice for a
defragger
- October 2004 - Notepad versus Wordpad - Monitor settings - E-mail in text or html format - Online transaction security - Fast shutdown for Windows - Advanced users corner
- September 2004 - How to search the Internet for answers to your most perplexing problems - Why partition your hard drive? - How to customize Explorer columns - Customize shortcut icons & explore alternative icons - Information about Windows XP Service Pack 2
- August 2004 - Learn how to turn off/on the e-mail read receipt option - Software Reviews: TidyMail and Quick Reply - How to resize digital photos for use in e-mail - Cookies and your firewall/anti-virus/ad blocker/spam filter - Recover deleted photos from digital film - How to spot an e-mail hoax or urban legend
- July 2004 - Get control of your sound - Internet Movie Database - Free system reporting tools - Create a slide show - Selecting files - Undelete files & folders - Recover digital pictures from digital film.
- June 2004 - How to transfer files from computer to computer - Understand filename conventions - Refine your search terms - How to remove a computer virus or worm - How to cancel a print job and more - Web site of the month (www.pcwebopedia.com)
- May 2004 - Adware and Spyware - Ways to backup your data - Backup programs - Spring cleaning for computers - PC Pitstop for a health checkup - Schedule Anti-Virus and Windows updates.
- April 2004 - Save and read e-mail outside of Outlook Express - CD and DVD service life - Personalize Windows update - Folder viewing options - Unblock attachments - Google services & tools - Ready for a domain name?
- March 2004 - Keyboard Features and Tips - Shortcuts - Function Keys - Navigation and more.
- Febuary 2004 - What kind of a computer user are you? - List of help resources - Troubleshooting tips - Troubleshoot printer problems
- January 2004 - Experience the added dimension of computer sound - What are file associations? - Take a look at "Ad Blockers" - How to change the color of some graphics
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- December 2003 - How to speed up your computer - How to replace or augment your memory - Save printing time and costs - Block that spam - Prepare your computer for the New Year - Add a folder list button
to Outlook Express
- November 2003 - Photos slide show on your computer monitor
or television screen - Customize your home page n Read your mail away from home - Do you need fax capability? - Best way to e-mail documents - Defragmenting programs.
- October 2003 - Decorate your computer with wild case colors and side lights - Different types and styles of keyboards - Create new folders and subfolders - Download Manager - Internet Exploreris history button.
- September 2003 - Multifunction Printers - SANDRA....a free hardware analysis software - Digital film media - Discover MSCONFIG the Microsoft configuration utility - Print Screen Keys - E-mail custom sort tips.
- August 2003 - Info about batteries for your computer, mouse, laptop, ups batteries and rechargeable digital camera batteries - Control the sounds from your computer - Check before you forward e-mail claims - Popular health web sites.
- July 2003 - A review of different kinds of CDs and DVDs - Digital photography - Photo sharing options - Photo enhancement software for special projects - How to create albums, greeting cards, postcards - How to open PPD and DOC files sent to you in email.
- June 2003 - Computer maintenance: defragment the hard drive, delete temporary files, search for duplicate data files, delete internet junk, organize data - How to create folders and subfolders - Font explosion - Backup info - Various media: floppies, zips, CD/DVD, tape, hard disk - Internet surfing tips - About DVD rentals.
- May 2003 - Manage your Internet Explorer favorites - Navigation tips and tricks - Kaylonis Powermarks - Customize columns - Hardware and software file transfer - Web site of the month (www.Annoyances.org) - Control of sound events on your computer.
- April 2003 - Spreadsheets vs Word Processors - Gadwin Printscreen a free easy screen capture program - How to repair scratched CDs and DVDs - How to toggle between the maximize & minimize buttons on your programs - Ways to control ads and span - Tips about program registration numbers - How to change the appearance of your mouse cursor.
- March 2003 - Adding a drive (cd, hard disk, tape drive) - Keep your computer dust-free - Turn off your computer correctly - Keyboard maintenance - Zip, unzip and download tips and tricks - Internet surfing tips - How to control the text size on your screen.
- February 2003 - Reduce the chance of computer overheating - MailWasher Software - Customize keyboard shortcuts - Find specific email messages - Site of the Month - Recover deleted files - How to customize a home page - About broken internet links.
- January 2003 - Upgrade or purchase a new computer - Why update software - Software review - How to find lost documents - How to cleanup email messages before forwarding - Web site of the month - The most useful keystrokes.
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- Holiday Edition 2002 - Troubleshooting - CD Storage - Hardware & Software Review - Email Photo Tips - LangaList Newsletter - Cable Gender Changer.
- November 2002 - Simplify your computeris startup routine - Add functionality to your Windows Logo key - Screensavers, Backgrounds & Themes - Tuneup your mouse - Tricks to opening files - E-mail basics.
- October 2002 - Control the taskbar and toolbars - Register software - What is USB - Look to the pros for info - Keep good records - About games - UPS Power supply - Wallpaper changer.
- September 2002 - Categories of
software - Help prevent paper jams - Bookmark organizer - Second hard disk - TV and movie search - Selecting files in explorer - Customize your home page.
- August 2002 - Help is just a click away - CD burners - IRfanview review - Printer problems - Shutdown gracefully - Tune-up your mouse.
- July 2002- Graphic formats for the web - Update your software - Hardware review - Software review - Look at Notepad - Spring clean a computer.
- June 2002 - Windows Explorer; RAM - Virus hoax - Site of the month - Graphics in email.
- May 2002 - A new computer club is born - Keyboard shortcuts - Digital cameras - Hoax buster - Disk storage.
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