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How to Set Up Windows Media Center in Windows 7
You can set up the Windows Media Center to enjoy your favorite photos, music, TV, and videos by using just your PC. Viewing stuff on your PC is pretty easy if you don't want to hassle with configuring [more…]
How to Burn a DVD in Windows Media Center
Windows Media Center is one of the features in Windows 7 that you can use to burn DVDs. WMC uses the Windows DVD Maker engine to burn the DVDs and CDs, but does it from within the Media Center interface [more…]
How to Create a Virtual Machine in Windows 7 Using Windows Virtual PC
You can create a virtual machine in Windows 7 using Windows Virtual PC. Although Windows 7 contains many of the popular features from other operating systems, you might have programs you need to use that [more…]
How to Install Windows XP Mode on a Windows 7 Computer
Windows XP Mode in Windows 7 lets you run older software that was designed for Windows XP. Windows XP Mode was designed specifically to run the kind of custom software that many small businesses use to [more…]
How to Access USB Devices in Windows Virtual PC for Windows 7
One of the key upgrades in Windows Virtual PC for Windows 7 is the new ability to access USB devices directly from a virtual machine. The ability to access USB device in Windows Virtual PC means that you [more…]
How to Install a Program in Windows 7 Using Windows XP Mode
Installing an older program in Windows 7 using Windows XP Mode is not that different from installing it in Windows XP itself; you just need to install the program from within the Windows XP Mode window [more…]
Get Help with Computer Problems
Having trouble with your PC? Computer help comes from many sources: the manufacturer and local computer stores are just two. The Windows Remote Assistant lets a friend or trusted expert control your machine [more…]
How to Use Windows Laptop Utilities
Portable computing has always had its drawbacks. The screens and keyboards tend to be smaller. But there are Windows utilities that make using your laptop a tad easier. They are called Ease of Access tools [more…]
How to Open Windows Task Scheduler
Windows 7 and Windows Vista sport a feature-rich task scheduler called, amazingly, Task Scheduler. It shows you all the tasks scheduled in Windows — tasks you create yourself as well as system tasks. You [more…]
How to Make Your Task Folder in Windows Task Scheduler
You can take advantage of the power of Windows Task Scheduler to set up and run your own tasks. It’s best to place your own tasks into a special folder in the Task Scheduler window. That keeps them organized [more…]
How to Create a Task to Run a Program in Windows Task Scheduler
In Windows 7 and Windows Vista, Defrag, Backup, System Restore, and Check Disk are scheduled for you. So, it’s unlikely you will need to create a task for general maintenance. But, to illustrate some important [more…]
How to Create a Task to Send E-mail in Windows Task Scheduler
In Windows 7 and Windows Vista, you can use the Task Scheduler to automate the sending of an email. However, the email message you send is static: You cannot customize the message to relate any information [more…]
Create a Task to Display a Pop-Up Message in Windows Task Scheduler
In Windows 7 and Windows Vista, you can use the Create Task method in Windows Task Scheduler to create a task to display a pop-up message. Here are the steps to create a pop-up message task: [more…]
How to Confirm a Task Ran in Windows Task Scheduler
In Windows 7 and Windows Vista, you can automate a lot of tasks in the Windows Task Scheduler, but never assume that automation takes place. To confirm that a task has run and run properly, follow these [more…]
For Seniors: Find Windows' Gadgets Online
Windows provides gadgets through its Desktop Gadget gallery, although you can search for more gadgets online. Gadgets are useful apps, and you'll find a collection of them on Microsoft's website. [more…]
For Seniors: Using Windows Desktop Gadgets
Gadgets are little applications (such as a clock or a calendar) you can display as icons on the Windows 7 desktop. Using Windows gadgets, you can quickly check the weather, review your calendar, check [more…]
For Seniors: Add the Clock Gadget to the Windows Desktop
With the Clock gadget on your Windows desktop, you can easily keep track of time. The Clock gadget allows you to change clock styles and set different time zones if needed. A gadget, by the way, is a small [more…]
For Seniors: Add the Slide Show Gadget to the Windows Desktop
With the Slide Show gadget on your Windows desktop, you can display a continuous show of the pictures. The Slide Show gadget allows you to select the folder of pictures to use, the number of seconds to [more…]
For Seniors: Add the Calendar Gadget to the Windows Desktop
The Calendar gadget on your Windows desktop displays a customizable calendar you can use to see the current day or month. Browse the Calendar gadget to display other months as needed. [more…]
For Seniors: Add the Puzzle Gadget to the Windows Desktop
With the Puzzle gadget on your Windows desktop, you can play a quick game and relieve mental stress. The Puzzle gadget displays a mixed-up picture; your job is to put it right again. You can even time [more…]
For Seniors: Add the Currency Gadget to the Windows Desktop
With the Currency gadget on your Windows desktop, you can convert one set of currency (such as dollars) to something else (like euros). The Currency gadget works with your Internet connection to get you [more…]
For Seniors: Add the Feed Headlines Gadget to the Windows Desktop
With the Feed Headlines gadget on your Windows desktop, you can keep up on the latest news. The Feed Headlines gadget delivers headlines from RSS feeds to your desktop. An RSS feed contains links to frequently [more…]
For Seniors: Add the CPU Monitor Gadget to the Windows Desktop
With the CPU Meter gadget on your Windows desktop, you can track your laptop's performance. If your laptop is acting sluggish, the CPU Meter gadget can tell you if the CPU is working hard and if memory [more…]
For Seniors: Add the Weather Gadget to the Windows Desktop
With the Weather gadget on your Windows desktop, you can easily keep track of the weather. The Weather gadget displays the current temperature and weather conditions in any location you choose. You can [more…]
For Seniors: Rip Music from a CD or DVD
Windows Media Player can rip (copy) music tracks from a CD or DVD onto your laptop. Ripped music is stored on your laptop, where you can play it using Windows Media Player. [more…]
