Here’s a history of the Windows Key, what it does, and a list of Windows Key shortcuts in any version of Windows. Mastering this key is essential.
Use the Action Center in Windows Vista & Windows 7
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The Windows Action Center is a great place to learn about issues that your Windows Vista or Windows 7 PC is having.
Open a Command Prompt in All Versions of Windows
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A Command Prompt, or DOS Window, is where you carry out text instructions that are difficult to do through Windows.
Transfer Files and Settings in Any Version of Windows
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Windows has an app called Windows Easy Transfer that makes it super easy to move files and settings from one PC to another.
Create a Shortcut in Any Version of Windows
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A shortcut is a Windows file that directs you toward a folder or file in a different part of Windows. Shortcuts are really useful for getting around the Windows environment.
Repair Internet Connectivity Issues in Any Version of Windows
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Windows has built-in tools for fixing Internet connectivity problems. Here’s how to activate these tools easily and get back up and running.
Adjust Virtual Memory in Any Version of Windows
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Virtual memory is when your PC uses your hard drive as temporary RAM. Adjusting virtual memory can speed up your PC significantly.
Access the Rest of your Memory in 32-bit Windows
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Normally, 32-bit Windows can only see about 3.5 gigabytes of RAM. However, there’s a way to access the rest of your memory. Here’s how to do that.
Disable Windows Sidebar & Gadgets
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The Windows Sidebar and Windows Gadgets can not only take up valuable system resources, but they’re also a security risk. Here’s how to turn this feature off.
Understanding the Windows Experience Index Score
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Windows Vista and Windows 7 introduced a new score built in to Windows, called the Windows Experience Index.
Boot in Safe Mode
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Whenever you have a problem with your PC, booting into Safe Mode, a protected version of Windows, will often stabilize it and let you fix the issue.
How to Fix PC Freezes in Windows Quickly
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Everyone’s PC locks up sometime. Doesn’t matter if you’re using Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7 — freezes happen.
Adjust Volume for Individual Applications
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It’s pretty easy to change the volume for your PC overall. But sometimes you’d like to turn up or down a specific app. Here’s how you do that.
Find Your Computer Specs
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Your PC’s specifications are important. It’s good to know what kind of CPU you have, what version of Windows you have installed, and so on. Here’s how.
Should I still use Windows Vista on my PC?
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Microsoft has two levels of support for its Windows products, Mainstream Support and Extended Support. The first is free and the second costs money.
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