QuickTips Index

What is Microsoft Security Essentials?
Learn what Microsoft Security Essentials is and whether or not you should use this product.

How to Use the Windows XP Automatic Update Feature
Set up to automate a Windows update, using the Automatic Update feature of Windows.

Adjust Visual Effects to Improve the Speed of Your Windows Computer
Using the Visual Effects tab (under Control Panel, System and Maintenance, Adjust Effects or Performance) is an easy way to set your preferences for visual effects and performance of your Windows XP, Vista or 7 computer.

Disable Unneeded Windows Features to Speed Up Vista
Some of the features that come with Windows Vista are not normally utilized by home users.

Right-Click Your Way to Learning Windows
Using the right-click function of your mouse is the fastest way to learning windows.

Top 12 Windows Keyboard Shortcuts
Twelve keyboard shortcuts to being more productive in Windows

Quickly Close Open Windows Using Shortcut Keys
Use keyboard shortcuts instead of your mouse to quickly close many open windows and folders.

Shutdown Your Windows Computer to Fix XP and Vista
A simple way to fix Microsoft Windows problems, errors and increase the operating speed of your system.

Why You Need a Firewall and Antivirus Software for Windows
All Windows computers need a firewall and antivirus software to protect them from the constant threat from hackers and crackers.

Speed Up Windows Desktop - How to Clean Your Windows Desktop
How to make Windows speed up - clean your windows desktop and better use your computer's operating memory.

How To Disable AutoPlay in Windows XP
How to Disable the AutoPlay feature in Windows XP.

How to Turn Off AutoPlay in Windows Vista
How to turn off the AutoPlay function in Windows Vista.