PC World How-To's and Tips

Control iTunes from the Windows 7 Taskbar

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:27:00 -0800

This handy feature is so subtle, many users don't even realize it's there.

When the Backup Drive Gets Full

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:19:00 -0800

Rat74136’s external hard drive is full. How does he keep backing up?

Remove Internet TV from Your Windows Media Center Channel Guide

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:38:00 -0800

Windows 7 offers the best Media Center experience yet, but what if you don't want those Internet "channels" cluttering up your program guide?

How To Furnish Your Office for Cheap on Craigslist

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:15:00 -0800

Looking to furnish your office on a tight budget? Just check Craigslist.

How to Choose a Hosted E-mail Solution

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:32:00 -0800

Both Google and Microsoft offer compelling hosted e-mail solutions, but they both have advantages and drawbacks. Here's how to decide which one is right for your business.

Migrating to Windows 7: Final Touches

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:06:00 -0800

Now that we've installed Windows 7 on a new partition, it's time to copy over iTunes files and important data.

Create Sticky Notes in Windows 7

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:03:00 -0800

Formerly relegated to the Sidebar, Sticky Notes is now a standalone app. And a handy one at that!

Force Windows Explorer to Launch Whatever Folder You Want

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:39:00 -0800

Tired of seeing your Libraries every time you click Windows Explorer? Here's how to make the handy file-manager start in any folder you want.

HDTV Motion: The 120Hz Difference

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:00:00 -0800

How much difference does a higher refresh rate make to your high-def viewing experience? Our testing gives some answers.

Five Tips for Better Photo Printing

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:10:00 -0800

Follow these five tips to get the best prints from your photo printer or inkjet.

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Microsoft Provides Guidance on Windows 7 Zero-Day Vulnerability

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:06:00 -0800

Microsoft has issued a Security Advisory related to a reported zero-day vulnerability in Windows 7. Here's how to protect your systems pending another patch.

Dual-Boot with Windows 7

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:47:00 -0800

Thomas Wensel wants to install Windows 7 while keeping his older version.

How to Buy a GPS Device

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Navigating the GPS market can be tough but consumer advocate Amber Bouman can help you find your way to the perfect GPS device.

Automatically Copy Selected Text with AutoCopy

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 07:53:00 -0800

Best Firefox add-on ever? Maybe not, but it's definitely in the top 10. Copying text has never been easier.

Does 120hz or 240hz Really Make A Difference?

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 06:45:00 -0800

Carla Rowland wants to know the refresh rate’s importance when shopping for an HDTV

Office Live Add-In Eases Working Across Multiple Computers

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:30:00 -0800

This Web-based Office add-in provides seamless integration between Office Live Workspace and Microsoft Office.

Protect Your PCs from Windows 7's Zero-Day Exploit

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:17:00 -0800

A new zero-day bug has hit Windows 7. Here's how to keep it from harming your PCs.

iPhone Sync Problems? Try This

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:21:00 -0800

Sometimes the weirdest, most unlikely solution can solve the most vexing issue. Like, say, plugging a sync cable into a different USB port.

In-Flight Entertainment on a Netbook

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:30:00 -0800

Here's how to make the most of a low-powered PC, be it a netbook or humbly equipped business machine.

Increase Your Gmail and Picasa Storage for as Little as $5

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 11:19:00 -0800

Google's having a fire sale! Well, make that a storage sale. Now's your chance to get loads of extra space on the cheap.

Migrate to Windows 7--Slowly, Part 7: Everything Else

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:36:00 -0800

Ready for the rest of your move? It's time to copy your everyday data from old partition to new.

Delete a Registry Key

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:39:00 -0800

Buffalo asked the Answer Line forum how to delete a Registry key

Practical Advice for Laptops and Desktops

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:25:00 -0800

Standby vs. hibernate mode, the wonders of uninterruptible power supplies, and the oft-ignored (and useful) Windows key.

Migrate to Windows 7--Slowly, Part 6: iTunes

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:56:00 -0800

Copying all your iTunes stuff to your new Windows 7 installation is surprisingly easy, especially if you know how to drag and drop.

Why is My Computer Slowing Down?

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 07:23:00 -0800

A41202813 asked the Answer Line forum why his once quick PC is slowing down

How to Buy a Cell Phone

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 06:00:00 -0800

Need a new phone but dread making all those choices? Consumer Affairs Columnist Amber Bouman can help.

Finding Your Photos Online

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0800

Worried about photo theft? See if your photos are posted on the Web.

Windows 7 Planning Tools Ease the Upgrade Process

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 06:13:00 -0800

Businesses planning a move to Windows 7 need a more rigorous planning and assessment tool than the consumer-grade Upgrade Advisor.

Should You Use Standby or Hibernate?

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:30:00 -0800

Most laptops give you a choice, but which mode works best, and why? Answers coming up.

Green Computing: The Good And The Bad

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:41:00 -0800

It's easy being green, thanks to eco-friendly hardware and software.

Are You Neglecting Your Windows Key?

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:16:00 -0800

A tap of the Windows key takes you to the Start menu, where--in Vista and 7--you can start typing to dynamically search for apps, files, e-mail, and the like.

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Does Windows 7 Have Contacts?

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 07:08:00 -0800

Brian Colgin read that Windows 7 lacks an email program, but does it still store contacts?

Inside the Atari 800

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:01:00 -0800

It's the 30th anniversary of this 8-bit PC classic. We celebrate the occasion as we always do, by tearing the product apart and showing you the pieces.

Free Tools for Fine-Tuning Your Windows 7 Setup

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:45:00 -0800

No-cost apps and Web services help you set up your Windows 7 computer just the way you want it.

Protect Your Kids from Profanity-Laden YouTube Comments

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 09:51:00 -0800

YouTube seems harmless enough, but kids who read certain user comments may get an eyeful. A handy Firefox extension filters out the bad stuff.

Windows 7: What You Should Know About XP Mode

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 06:01:00 -0800

New Windows 7 users who have held on to XP are particularly vulnerable to compatibility issues. XP Mode virtualization can ease the pain of transition.

Photograph Spectacular Christmas Lights

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:10:00 -0800

Follow these tips to take stunning photos of holiday lights in your neighborhood.

Migrate to Windows 7--Slowly, Part 5: Migrating Your Bookmarks

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:33:00 -0800

The easiest way to copy your browser bookmarks from old partition to new? The fabulous freebie known as Xmarks.

Which Windows 7 Version is Right for Your Business?

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:38:00 -0800

Now that Windows 7 is here, you have some decisions to make. Microsoft has a virtual smorgasbord of options to choose from and it can get a little tricky trying to figure out which flavor of Windows 7 you should choose.

Calibrate my HDTV

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:54:00 -0800

Alex Goldstein wants to know the best way to adjust a new HDTV

How to Buy an MP3 Player

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0800

Get the right device for your lifestyle and music collection.

Google Voice Makes Small Business Sound Bigger

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 12:26:00 -0800

For small and medium businesses, Google Voice is an opportunity to use advanced call management features typically reserved for expensive voice solutions in larger enterprises.

Are Your PCs Ready for Windows 7?

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 06:30:00 -0700

Even if your PCs meet the Windows 7 minimum system requirements, there are a variety of other issues to consider with existing software and peripheral hardware devices.

Make Windows 7's Taskbar More Like Vista's

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:42:00 -0700

Not wild about Windows 7's label-free taskbar? You can restore the ol' label-filled Vista/XP model with just a few clicks.

Reletter a Drive

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 07:55:00 -0700

Windows turned drive F: into drive G:. Can it be changed back?

Migrate to Windows 7--Slowly, Part 4: Installing Your Apps

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 09:08:00 -0700

A killer service automates the process of downloading and installing popular software--and it's free!

Six Ways to Botch Your Backups

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:01:00 -0700

Want to lose all your data and sink your business? Follow these six simple rules.

Virtualization Revs Up Small Business

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:05:00 -0700

How a new virtualization system turbocharged a Vancouver Volkswagen dealership.

Old Software on Floppies

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 07:45:00 -0700

Helmut Schwemmer wants to use very old software on a new PC

Refresh Firefox Tabs Automatically

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 06:44:00 -0700

Tired of hitting the Refresh button every time you want to, say, update an auction listing? This extension will do it for you.

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