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Basics PC

How to troubleshoot a problem in Windows 7

July 19, 2012 – 10:04 am

Troubleshooting is an option in Windows that allows you to let the computer system identify what is causing trouble when any particular part of the computer is not working. You can troubleshoot programs, network and internet, hardware and sound, appearance, and system & security. You can begin troubleshooting by selecting which function you want to troubleshoot, such as a printer. In this tutorial we have shown that since the printer is not connected, the troubleshooter will show this as the reason.
Follow this step by step tutorial to learn How to troubleshoot a problem in Windows 7.


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How to track actions with Problem Steps Recorder in Windows 7

July 19, 2012 – 10:04 am

The Problem Steps Recorder is meant to make detailed recordings of any problem. The user can choose to add detailed comments in the steps. The program helps in communicating the problem that a user is facing while showing the detailed analysis of the user regarding the problem.
Follow this step by step tutorial to learn How to track actions with Problem Steps Recorder in Windows 7.


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How to take screenshots with the Snipping tool in Windows 7

July 19, 2012 – 10:04 am

The snipping tool helps in saving the screenshots of the desktop and different options that are being used on the computer. It is extremely helpful in making of picture stories and directional illustrations. You can mark and make changes to the snipped image and then save it as a jpeg which is a lighter option in images.
Follow this step by step tutorial to learn How to take screenshots with the Snipping tool in Windows 7.


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How to select multiple files with checkboxes in Windows 7

July 17, 2012 – 10:50 am

Selecting multiple files has been done by holding the Ctrl Key and selecting files, since a very long time. This shortcut was flawed as it would require the Ctrl Key to be pressed throughout, which was fraught with human error. This issue has been addressed by providing the option to have multiple files selected by clicking on their respective checkboxes.
This setting can simply be enabled by making a small change in the Folder’s options.
Follow this step by step tutorial to learn How to select multiple files with checkboxes in Windows 7.


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Basics Web

How to search the internet from the Start menu in Windows 7

July 17, 2012 – 10:49 am

Internet search requires one to access a web browser, go to a search engine and then type the search query to complete a search. It can be done right out of the Start Menu without opening any other program. You can simply change the settings of your Start Menu and Taskbar to add the Search Internet from Start Menu option and accessing the online search option from the Start menu.
Follow this step by step tutorial to learn How to search the internet from the Start menu in Windows 7.


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How to modify hibernation settings in Windows 7

July 17, 2012 – 10:17 am

The option for the computer to hibernate is to save battery power and lengthen battery life. However, hibernation requires memory space so that it may retrieve files you were working on before the computer went on hibernation. Hibernation or sleep mode basically means that the computer is asleep.
Hibernation is enabled as per the settings you have set in terms of the duration after which the computer hibernates. You can also enable or disable hibernation completely.
Follow this step by step tutorial to learn How to modify hibernation settings in Windows 7.


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How to Index file types for faster searches in Windows 7

July 12, 2012 – 9:18 am

Files are indexed to keep a track of all existing files in the system. It helps in making searches faster and can be helpful in that respect. You can makes changes to Indexing Options by accessing the Control Panel, changes can be made in terms of addition/removal of file formats being indexed or even those in terms of the Locations being indexed.
Follow this step by step tutorial to learn How to Index file types for faster searches in Windows 7.


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How to display similar sites with Suggested Sites in Windows 7

July 11, 2012 – 10:34 am

When any website is visited, you sometimes cannot think of all the related websites. Internet Explorer has the option to suggest related websites to users based on the websites they have visited. This option can be easily activated by selecting the option of Suggested sites in the settings of the Internet Explorer. The Suggested site can then be viewed from the Favorites menu in Explorer.
Follow this step by step tutorial to learn How to display similar sites with Suggested Sites in Windows 7.


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How to disable taskbar balloon tips in Windows 7

July 10, 2012 – 12:57 pm

The notification area on the bottom corner on your screen gives many different notifications, such as those from the Action Centre regarding Firewalls, Spyware, Virus Protection, Windows Updates etc. You can switch off these notifications or limit them to fewer as per your preferences. One or more than one notifications can be selected in the list.
Follow this step by step tutorial to learn How to disable taskbar balloon tips in Windows 7.


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How to browse without navigating using accelerators in Windows 7

May 30, 2012 – 9:37 am

Accelerators are links that reduce the steps for accessing certain web pages for certain purposes. If you wish to locate an address on the map, an Accelerator such as “Map with Bing” can provide you a direct link by just selecting the address and clicking on the option in the menu.
It is easy to Add or Remove Accelerators and they can be as per your preferences.


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