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Windows for Beginners

People new to Microsoft Windows will find this section very helpful. Tools, Tips, Tutorials and FAQs will guide you to quickly get the most out of your Microsoft Windows experience.
Understanding Shut Down Options in Windows 7
Understand Windows 7's shut down options
Book Review: Easy Microsoft Windows 7 by Mark Soper
A review of the latest book "Easy Microsoft Windows 7" by Mark Soper
What is the Easiest Way to Share Files on a Vista Computer?
Sharing files on a Vista PC is easy if you use the Public folder. Once you make a few changes to sharing settings you’ll be able to share, add and delete files without any problems or restrictions.
Windows 7 Libraries
In Windows 7, libraries can be used to organize and access files regardless of where they're stored.
Windows 7 Taskbar
The Windows 7 taskbar is the horizontal bar at the bottom of the screen.
Learning Windows - How Users Best Learn Microsoft Windows
User's share their favorite ways to learn new things in Windows
What You Can Do With the Vista Welcome Center
The Vista Welcome Center is a great place to start learning about Vista, with many resources available both written and video.
What the Vista Control Panel Can Do For You
Learn what features and functions can be set with the Vista Control Panel
How Do I Prevent Windows Computer Problems?
Learn how to prevent Windows problems from occurring.
Right-Click Your Way to Learning About Windows
The fastest way to learn about windows
What is Windows Mail and Where is Outlook Express?
Learn about Windows Mail and what you can do with it.
How to Take Screen Shots
How to take a screen shot or capture in Microsoft Windows
Top 12 Keyboard Shortcuts
Twelve Keyboard shortcuts to being more productive in Windows
Why You Need a Firewall and Anti-Virus Software
All Windows computers need a firewall and anti-virus software to protect them from from hackers, crackers and other threats.
Quickly Close Many Windows Using Shortcut Keys
Use key strokes instead of your mouse to close many open windows and folders very quickly
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