Windows automatically installs latest hotfixes and updates. This is a very good thing but sometimes an update can behave erratically and cause problems in the normal working of Windows. Then it is better to uninstall that update.
Read moreEncrypt files and folders in Windows 7
If you have a computer that many people use through their own separate accounts, then you may want to encrypt some of your private documents. Windows 7 provides an easy way to encrypt any file or folder. Here is how you can encrypt files and folders in Windows 7.
Read moreEnable loudness equalization in Windows 7
If you are not able to hear the songs even at 100% volume in Windows 7, then you need to enable the loudness equalization. The loudness equalization uses understanding of human hearing to reduce perceived volume differences in Windows 7.
Read moreSurf anonymously using AnonyMouse
When you browse a website it may log your IP address, your location, your browser, your operating system and other information. Some web sites deny access based on your location. To hide this all private information of yours and surf anonymously, you can use AnonyMouse.org.
Read moreRepair corrupt system files using SFC in Windows 7
There is a possibility of system files getting corrupted after an ordeal of malware or virus infection. Luckily you can restore the files back to original form using the system file checker tool (SFC).
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Open Websites in Any Installed Web Browser with OpenWith Extension
If your default browser is Firefox and you want to open the current page in a different installed browser, then you can make use of the OpenWith add-on for Firefox. This can save you many clicks and copy-pastes.
Read moreAuto-hide the taskbar in Windows Vista
You many not like the taskbar sticking at the bottom edge (or any other edge) of their screen, as it is not used all the time. You can make the taskbar to show only when you need it. This way you can get more working screen in Windows Vista.
Read moreAdd a folder to Favorites group in Windows 7
If you access a folder very often to work on files in it, or save files in it, then you can add this folder to the Favorites group in the Windows Explorer for easy access. The Favorites group is shown at the top-right navigation pane in the Windows Explorer.
Read moreManage disk check at boot time using chkntfs
Usually, when your computer is shutdown in an improper way and next time you turn it on, the Windows checkdisk starts to check your disk(s) for errors. You can manage this check disk at boot time using the command chkntfs in Windows 7.
Read moreManage your passwords using LastPass
If you keep forgetting your passwords to various web services, then you can use the online password management utility from LastPass. You can access LastPass without any plugin but full access to LastPass features requires installing a plugin. The LastPass installer tool installs a plugin in most of your browsers and using which you can store and retrieve your passwords.
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