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How to Optimize Windows for Best Performance

After some time Windows can slow down and you will want to improve its performance. To optimize windows 7 there is a useful built in tool, this tutorial shows you how to use it.


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How to Change an Icon in Windows 7

You can easily change folder icons in Windows 7 along with other applications according to your choice and preferences. Follow this step by step guide to learn how to change an icon in Windows 7.


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How to Change Time Display in Windows 7

In Windows 7 you can change the Display settings, Power management, Screen management tools and adjust various other applications according to your requirements. Here in this tutorial, we will show a quick and easy way to change the way how Windows displays date and time.
Follow this step by step guide to learn how to change time display in Windows 7.


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How to Create a Lock Computer Shortcut in Windows 7

Instead of shutting down your computer, what if you want to lock the system for a little whilte. In the windows platform, there are two ways of doing that. You can either use the shortcut key Windows + L to lock your computer. Alternatively you can create a shortcut on your desktop through which your system will be locked.
Follow this step by step guide to learn how to create a lock computer shortcut in Windows 7.


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How to Use Task Scheduler in Windows 7

Windows Task Scheduler automates your computer system to work without any kind of interruption or supervision. All you have to do is to create tasks in it according to your requirements and schedule them as per your needs. Windows task scheduler then automatically performs the selected task as per the pre-defined instructions. In this tutorial, we will give you a basic idea to utilize this application to get maximum results from it.
Follow this step by step guide to learn how to use task scheduler in Windows 7.


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Hotkeys in Windows 7

Hot Keys are simply short cut keys which are made up of different key combinations. While using them appropriately, you can increase their efficiency and work rate to a great extent. In this tutorial, we will discuss few basic shortcut keys and their benefits. Follow this step by step guide to learn how to use Hotkeys in Windows 7.


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How to Install Fonts in Windows 7

Fonts play a very important part in the overall usage and performance of Windows. If you wish to add more fonts in your computer, you can simply download them from the Internet and install them instantly. In this tutorial, we will teach you how to install font in Win 7 by adding the font directly in the Windows directory. Follow this step by step guide to learn how to install fonts in Windows 7.


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How to Open RAR Files in Windows 7

RAR file is a name of an Archive file which is used to store multiple files in a compact form. It is used widely for the compression purpose which allows the user to save space as a result. It has an ability to store various files while compressing them in one single file. This helps improve the security and liability of multiple files. RAR files are also a very good way to protect files from damages caused by viruses and other similar threats. Here in this tutorial we will show you how to open .RAR files and view other files which are contained in it.


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How to Amplify WiFi in Windows 7

Wireless internet allows you to connect to the internet by connecting to any Wireless network in the area. One can stay connected while on the go by connecting to the different Wi-Fi hot spots available nearby. If your Wi-Fi network is slow, there are number of Wi-Fi speed booster methods through which you can speed up the connection easily. Follow this step by step guide to learn how to amplify Wi-Fi signals so that the connection stays steady. In this tutorial, we will teach you how to increase your Wi-Fi Transmit power speed which will boast your connection’s speed instantly.


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How to Zoom In on a PC

Windows 7 has come up with whole lot of helpful tools and exciting new features. It has not only introduced many latest applications and tools but also brought Windows classic application with upgrades. Windows 7 Magnifier is one of its useful applications. It helps people who have a poor vision to view certain areas of the screen by zooming in. Here we will show you how to zoom in a on a PC using magnifier tool.


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