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Windows
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10.22.08Tip: Use F2 to Rename Files and FoldersSometimes some of the easiest tricks on a computer are the least often used. I would wager that over 3/4 of the population has never intentionally used a single function key on their keyboard. Sure, they might have mashed one or two in a fit of rage as their system locks up for the 17th time that day, but that doesn't count. Continue Reading...
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09.23.08What happened to the Address Bar in Windows XP Service Pack 3?Like the Show Desktop button, I'm also a huge fan of the Address Bar toolbar in Windows XP. Or at least I was until Service Pack 3. The Address Toolbar (RIP) Recently, Microsoft under the guise of a Service Pack removed functionality. I believe the explanation they used was something like, "Due to regulatory requests . . ." and that this stems from the removal of Internet Explorer from the OS itself. I, personally, this is one of the dumbest things ever, but that's me. This toolbar was hugely helpful to launch websites, open files and do a variety of other tasks. My ...
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09.19.08The Show Desktop ButtonBack in the late 90's, Microsoft rolled out a feature as a part of Windows 98 that I have come to love far and away above all others. It was a simple feature that 85% or more of folks don't even know exists. If they have seen it, chances are they've never used it and don't know what it does. I am speaking of the "Show Desktop" button. What does this button look like? Below are the icons for the Show Desktop button for Windows XP and Windows Vista, respectively. Continue Reading...
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