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Quick “Print Directory” in Vista
Have you ever needed a fast way to print a list of files in a particular folder? Windows Explorer has no easy method for doing this, but if you follow the steps in this simple guide, you can add "Print Directory Listing" to the right-click menu for folders in Windows Explorer.

Published by Lamar Stonecypher (19,806 pts ) on Oct 15, 2009 to
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Fix Slow File Copying in Vista
Growing old waiting for Vista to complete a file copy operation? Although Service Pack 1 improved copy performance, we CAN do better. Here we'll look at what else is out there.

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Three Clocks for Three Time Zones in Vista
It's always been there - that little digital clock in the System Tray in Windows. It's a bit more talented in Vista than it used to be, and it can be easily tweaked to add one or more additional clocks set to any time zone in the world. Here we show you how.

Published by Lamar Stonecypher (19,806 pts ) on Aug 13, 2009 to
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Simple, Fast Screen Shot Capture in Windows Vista
Need a simple, fast way to capture screen shots and application shots in Vista? Use the little-known, free "snipper" utility that is already included with Windows Vista.

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How to Add Google or Yahoo Search Directly to the Vista Start Menu
Windows Vista's "Search the Internet" option in the Start Menu defaults to using Windows Live Search if you have Windows Live components installed. You can change this to the search provider of your choice, or add one if you don't have any showing. (This tip does not apply to Vista Home versions.)

Published by Lamar Stonecypher (19,806 pts ) on Jun 14, 2009 to
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How to Set a Restore Point in Vista
In a perfect world, we'd all be more careful about backing up our PC before making major changes. In the world we actually live in, just having a way to "go back" often has to suffice. Here, we look at making going back easier.

Published by Lamar Stonecypher (19,806 pts ) on Jun 14, 2009 to
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How to Test High-Definition Video on Your Vista PC or Notebook
Want to find out what high-definition video looks like on your current Vista or high-end XP PC without spending any money or buying any additional equipment? You'll find out quickly if your PC can handle 720p or 1080 video. All you need is a fast Net connection and Windows Media Player 9 or 11.

Published by Lamar Stonecypher (19,806 pts ) on Jun 12, 2009 to
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How to Measure Broadband Consumption on Your Windows PC
Need a way to measure the Internet bandwidth consumed by your PC and monitor your download habits? Maybe because your ISP has set new limits on consumption? This brief article shows how to use the free application Bitmeter to measure and track your bandwidth.

Published by Lamar Stonecypher (19,806 pts ) on Jun 12, 2009 to
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Prevent Windows Live from Hijacking Your IE Home Page
Want to keep Windows Live applications and malicious applications (malware) from hijacking your home page location in Internet Explorer? This Quick Tip shows you how to lock (and unlock) your home page location.

Published by Lamar Stonecypher (19,806 pts ) on Jun 12, 2009 to
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