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Relief from “USB Device Not Recognized” Errors

By Editor | Published: July 21, 2010
Are you getting a “USB device not recognized” error for a USB mouse, keyboard, or other USB device? Already tried normal fixes, such as uninstalling and reinstalling the driver, but it’s still not working? A possible solution may surprise you. Read more
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Password Protect Folders in Windows 7 or Vista

By Editor | Published: July 13, 2010
Do you want to lock and password-protect your important folders in Windows 7 or Vista? If you have multiple accounts including one with administrator privileges in Windows 7 / Vista, then you can set access privileges for individual folders. Read more
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Tips for improving your efficiency with dual monitors

By Editor | Published: June 21, 2010
Web-worker Daily shares some useful tips on how to improve your efficiency using dual monitors with your computer. Both Mac OS and Windows support dual monitors, and you can get two 20-inch monitors for less money than what it would take to buy a larger display. Read more http://webworkerdaily.com/2009/06/02/3-efficiency-tips-for-using-dual-monitors/
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Removing your logo’s background for Microsoft PowerPoint

By Editor | Published: June 14, 2010
Want to get rid of that annoying white box that appears around your logo when you place it in PowerPoint? ZDNet’s Techguide shares a useful tip on how to remove the background so your logo looks great on any color slide.  Read more http://www.zdnetasia.com/remove-that-annoying-background-from-your-company-logo-62063214.htm
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Air Travel Tips with Your Mobile Devices

By Editor | Published: May 24, 2010
There are plenty of general tips at various websites and blogs for air travelers, but few address travelling with your laptop and gadgets in tow. The following advice will save you time and perhaps even make the trip a more pleasant experience. Keep it light. Bring the absolute minimum you need. Stuff can easily get lost, [...]
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Access your Favorite Websites Quickly

By Editor | Published: May 21, 2010
You can create a keyboard shortcut for your favorite websites using Internet Explorer. Read more http://www.computerhope.com/tips/tip1.htm
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5 Business Uses for a Digital Frame

By Editor | Published: May 21, 2010
Inc.com posted five business uses for your digital frame, including using it as a presentation tool at tradeshows or as an ice breaker before a meeting. Read more http://www.inc.com/tech-blog/5-business-uses-for-a-digital-frame.html?partner=newsletter_Goods
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Add the Quick Launch Bar to the Taskbar in Windows 7

By Editor | Published: April 22, 2010
The new Windows 7 taskbar allows you to dock items to the taskbar, combining the features of both the normal taskbar as well as Quick Launch. But what if you want to bring back the Quick Launch Bar to the Taskbar in Windows 7? Read more
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Make the Windows 7 Taskbar Work More Like Windows XP or Vista

By Editor | Published: April 22, 2010
The single most visible change in Windows 7 is the new “dock style” taskbar, which shows icons instead of buttons, with all application windows combined within a single button. The first question many people will have is “How do I turn it off?” – and this article will show you how. Read more
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Access Frequently Used Items in Windows 7 with Jump Lists

By Editor | Published: March 22, 2010
Finding a way to easily access recently used files, folders, and websites was annoying to some in previous versions of Windows.  In Windows 7, the new Jump List feature allows you to those items quickly. Read more
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