If you’re like most people, you use the Start menu a lot. But if you’re using Windows 7, sometimes the Start menu can be a little cramped. That’s where the expanded view comes in. To get to the expanded view, click on the Start button and then click on the View tab. Under “Start Menu and Taskbar,” click on “Expanded View.” You’ll now see all of your open programs in a single window....
If you’re like most business professionals, you probably use Microsoft Access to manage your data. But what if you want to use that data in Excel? There are a few ways to do this, but the easiest is to import your Access data into Excel. To do this, open Excel and create a new workbook. Then select the “File” tab and click on “Import.” On the “Import Data” window that opens, select “Microsoft Access....
Open Office is a free, open source office suite that includes a word processor, spreadsheet, database, and presentation tool. Open Office 2.4 is a new release that includes many new features and improvements. To install Open Office 2.4 on your computer, you will need to first install the Open Office software package. This package can be found on the Open Office website. Once you have installed the Open Office software package, you will need to create an account and register for a license key....
Internet Explorer 8 beta 1 issues are being reported by users of the software. Some users are reporting that they are unable to open websites, and that their browsers crash. Microsoft is aware of the beta 1 issues and is working to fix them. I went to the Creative Autoupdate site to see if there were new drivers for my sound card. I was created by the following message. No problem right?...
If you’re like most people, your desktop is cluttered with programs and folders. It’s a mess. But there’s a way to clean it up and make it more organized. Create a new folder on your desktop called “Desktop Cleanup.” This will be the place where you put all of the programs and folders that you want to keep clean. Open Windows Explorer and navigate to the “Desktop Cleanup” folder. Drag all of the programs and folders that you want to keep clean into this folder....
Firefox users who want to use Google as their default search engine in the address bar can now do so by following these simple steps. To change your default search engine in Firefox, open the browser and click on the three lines in the top right corner of the window. From here, select “Preferences.” On the “Search” tab, under “Default Web Browser,” select “Google.” .. Scratching your head? Let’s take a quick run through what we’re talking about…...
Microsoft Security Essentials is a free antivirus utility that is available for download from the Microsoft website. The program is designed to protect users’ computers against viruses, spyware, and other malware. The program is easy to use and can be installed on Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, or 10. Once installed, Security Essentials will scan your computer for viruses and other malware every day. If it finds any threats, it will offer to remove them automatically....
If you’re looking for a powerful music manager that is fast and easy to use, MusicBee is the perfect choice. With MusicBee, you can manage your music collection, create playlists, and more. Plus, it’s free to use! So if you’re looking for a powerful music manager that is easy to use, MusicBee is the perfect choice. Using MusicBee After installation you are prompted to have MusicBee scan folders for music and import tracks from iTunes or Windows Media Library....
Microsoft Office 2010 Beta is now available to download. The new software includes a redesigned interface, new features, and bug fixes. The redesigned interface is more user-friendly and includes a ribbon interface that makes it easier to find the features you need. The new features include a revised version of the Outlook email client, which includes support for threaded conversations and group messaging; a new version of the Word document editor that includes support for tables; and a revamped version of the Excel spreadsheet editor that includes support for macros....
If you’re a fan of Kodi, then you’re probably familiar with the XBMC Media Center. This open-source media center software is used to manage and play videos, music, and photos on your computer or device. It’s a great way to keep your entertainment options close at hand and can be used with a variety of devices, including smartphones and tablets. XBMC Media Center 10 is one of the newer versions released in recent years....
Windows Live Movie Maker is a great way to turn photos and videos into movies. You can add music, effects, and titles to your movies. You can also share your movies with friends. .. Installation Windows Live Movie Maker comes bundled as part of the Windows Live Essentials suite (link below). However, you don’t have to install any of the programs you may not want. Take notice of the You’re almost done screen....
If you’re a web developer, then you know that Safari is one of the best browsers for mobile devices. It’s fast, secure, and easy to use. But what if you want to view mobile websites in Safari? That’s where the developer tools come in. With these tools, you can create and test mobile websites in real time. To get started, open Safari and click on the three lines in the top left corner of the screen....
If you’re a WordPress user, then you know that making a backup copy of your blog is essential for keeping your site safe and sound. But what if you don’t have a computer at home or you don’t have the time to make a backup copy? Then there’s the option of using a cloud-based service like Google Drive or iCloud. But what if your site is on a different server or in another country?...
Rainmeter is a great tool for customizing your desktop, but it can be difficult to keep it in place. This guide will show you how to make a Rainmeter skin stick to the desktop without moving. .. Rainmeter skins are great—you can use them to display all sorts of system stats on your desktop, but unfortunately they are too easily moveable with an accidental click of the mouse. Thankfully we can easily fix this....
Windows 7 includes a new feature called Taskbar Meters that can help you monitor CPU, memory, and disk IO. Here’s how to use them: Open the Task Manager by pressing Ctrl+Shift+Esc or by right-clicking on the taskbar and selecting “Task Manager.” In the Task Manager, select the process or application that you want to monitor. For example, if you want to monitor CPU usage, select the “Processes” tab and then select the “CPU” column....
There are a few ways to record and watch internet TV on the three major platforms. The first way is to use a Miro device. The second way is to use an app on your phone or computer. The third way is to use a streaming service like Netflix or Hulu. The first way is the easiest and most common way to record internet TV. To do this, you will need an internet connection and a Miro device....
If you’re ever having trouble with your computer, you know how frustrating it can be to try to troubleshoot it on your own. But if you don’t have any extra software installed on your PC, you can still remotely troubleshoot it without any trouble. Here’s how: Open the Start menu and type “cmd.” Type “netstat” and hit enter. The netstat command will show you all the connections and activities on your PC....
If you’re ever feeling overwhelmed by the number of viruses and malware on your computer, it’s time to take a look at some tips to remove them and protect yourself. Here are a few tips to help: Use an antivirus software program: Antivirus software can help you protect yourself from viruses and malware by scanning your computer for malicious programs and files. This can help remove any infected files or viruses that may have been on your computer....
If you’re like most people, you use the same username for both your computer and your online accounts. But what if you want to keep your username separate on different machines? Here’s how to remove the username from the Start Menu in XP. .. I suppose this could also be used in reverse, if your start menu does not have the username you could check this registry setting. I’m quite sure that somebody somewhere will find a use for this topic....
If you’re using Ubuntu, there’s a good chance that you have GRUB2 installed. If not, it’s a good idea to check if it’s installed and make sure that it’s working properly. If GRUB2 isn’t working, you can try to fix it by following these steps: First, make sure that GRUB2 is installed properly on your system. This can be done by running the following command: sudo apt-get install grub2 Next, make sure that GRUB2 is working properly on your system....
