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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.

How to Change the Display Language in Windows 7

This guide will show you how to change the display language used in Windows 7 which will allow you to use Windows 7 with over 30 different language packs.

Windows 7 Power Management

Learn how to use Windows 7 power management tools.

Where is the 'Show Desktop' Icon in Windows 7?

What happened to the Show Desktop Icon in Windows 7?

FAQ: What happened to Quick Launch in Windows 7?

What happened to Windows XP's Quick Launch toolbar in Windows 7?

Windows 7 on the Cheap

The best ways to save money on Microsoft's newest operating system, Windows 7.

Save Money on Microsoft Windows 7 - Tell Us How You Saved Money on Mi…

Readers share their stories of saving money on Windows 7.

Uninstall Windows 7 Programs

A tutorial for uninstalling Windows 7 programs.

Organize Your Stuff With Windows Folders

Save time by organizing your hard drive through proper folder structure.

Zip Windows 7 Files

A step-by-step guide to zipping files in Windows 7

Windows 7 Automatic Update

Learn how to keep your Windows 7 computer safe and up to date with Automatic Updates.

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

How Do I Get More Laptop Battery Life?

Answering the question, "How do I get more laptop battery life?"

Windows 7 Makes Moving Windows a 'Snap'

Using Windows 7 Aero snap to rearrange your desktop

What is the Windows Aero Interface?

A description of the Windows Aero interface.

What is 'Aero Shake'?

Windows 7's Aero Shake is an easy way to bring an open window to the forefront and minimize other open windows.

Quick Guide to the Windows 7 Interface

A guide to the Windows 7 "look and feel," also known as the interface.

How Do I Make My Computer Faster?

How do you make your computer faster?

How Do I Speed Up PC Performance?

Answering the question: How do I speed up PC performance?

6 Free Windows Programs You Must Have

Six free Windows programs no user should be without.

6 Reasons Windows Beats Mac

Windows 7 has erased Mac's once-Sizable advantages

7 Best Windows 7 Features

To celebrate Windows 7's first birthday, here are the seven best things about it.

Five Microsoft Predictions for 2011

Five predictions for Microsoft in 2011

New Years Windows Resolutions

This year, resolve to do more with your computer.

How to Change the Screen Resolution in Windows

A how-to guide describing the steps necessary to change the screen resolution to an optimal level using Windows 7.

How to Use Fast User Switching in Windows 7

This guide will show you how to quickly switch between use accounts in Windows 7.

Creating Shortcuts Saves Time

In this guide I will show you how to create shortcuts to files and folders in Windows 7.

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