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- How to Improve Windows Vista's Performance
- Does your Vista-equipped notebook or desktop seem a little sluggish? (Joke answer: Of course it does, it's running Vista!) You may find salvation -- or at least a speed uptick -- in the Microsoft-authored Windows Vista Performance and Tuning guide. This 14-page document covers topics like disabling visual...
- Blog posts 2008-08-04
- Copy Files Faster with TeraCopy (Windows)
- I don't know what Windows Vista's deal is, but it takes forever to copy files. Freeware utility TeraCopy promises to copy files much faster than Windows and not just Vista while adding extra features to the process. According to the developer, TeraCopy employs "dynamically adjusted buffers" and...
- Blog posts 2008-07-18
- How I Fixed Some Vista Productivity Pitfalls
- A couple of weeks ago I wrote about the new-PC dilemma I was facing: whether I should desperately cling to Windows XP, bite the bullet and accept Vista as my new OS, or take the plunge to Mac. I was concerned about the productivity issues that might plague me with...
- Blog posts 2008-07-15
- Will Windows Vista Kill My Productivity?
- I'm toying with the idea of buying a new computer. Mine is about 6 years old and despite a bunch of upgrades, it's barely limping along under the weight of all my applications and my penchant for multitasking. The trouble is, I'm gun-shy about Microsoft Windows Vista....
- Blog posts 2008-06-25
- How to Downgrade to Windows XP
- So you've decided Windows Vista just isn't your cup of OS tea. Perhaps you're not happy with its sluggish performance or software incompatibilities. Whatever the reason, you may be able to "downgrade" to Windows XP (or, if you prefer, an earlier version of Windows). All volume-licensed editions of Vista, meaning...
- Blog posts 2007-12-14
- Bring Vista's Breadcrumbs to Windows XP with QT Address Bar
- Say what you will about Windows Vista -- the operating system's "breadcrumb" approach to file and folder navigation beats the traditional folder-tree system by a mile. Now Windows XP users can enjoy the breadcrumb system thanks to QT Address Bar, a free utility. After installing the software (which requires Windows...
- Blog posts 2007-09-06
- 10 Ways to Turbocharge Windows Vista
- If you've purchased a new notebook or desktop PC recently, chances are extremely high that it came with Windows Vista. Chances are also pretty high that you're not thrilled with the machine's performance. That's because Vista is a slowpoke of an operating system, especially on notebooks (more on that in...
- Blog posts 2007-08-31
- New Version of Palm Desktop Adds Vista Support
- From the Better-Late-Than-Never Dept., Palm has finally unveiled a Vista-compatible version of Palm Desktop -- good news for countless owners of Palm PDAs and Treo smartphones. The new version supports synchronization with Outlook 2007 and allows users to install applications and files (which, incredibly, required a third-party workaround up until...
- Blog posts 2007-07-27
- Extend Your Notebook's Battery Life with Vista Battery Saver (Beta 2)
- Are you the proud owner of a Vista-equipped notebook? [Insert your own no-one-is-the-proud-owner-of-a-Vista-anything joke here.] If so, you may have discovered that battery life leaves something to be desired. Turns out that Microsoft's highly touted Aero Glass and Sidebar features consume an inordinate amount of power. Enter Vista Battery Saver,...
- Blog posts 2007-07-25
- Find a Replacement for Windows Explorer
- I've always been a bit confused by Windows Explorer, the stock Windows file manager. Microsoft all but buries the program in the OS, making it ridiculously difficult to find (hint: right-click Start and choose Explore). Plus, it's practically the same no-frills file manager it was 10 years ago, never evolving...
- Blog posts 2007-07-20
- Use Any Flash Drive to Speed Up Your Vista PC
- A few months ago, I mentioned that Windows Vista users can increase the read cache of their PCs—thus speeding up loading times for start up and other applications—by plugging in spare flash drives. The ReadyBoost function of Vista that allows users to take advantage of this trick is...
- Blog posts 2007-04-26
- Clear Out Your System Tray
- As I mentioned in an earlier post, Vistas new ReadyBoost system allows you to basically add RAM to your PC by taking advantage of any flash drives that are plugged into it. The folks at ExtremeTech have come up with several other ways to speed up your Vista OS by...
- Blog posts 2007-04-04
- How to Upgrade to Microsoft Windows Vista
- Microsoft Windows Vista has arrived, and you're wondering if and when to upgrade. Before you take the plunge, do your homework to help make the process as smooth as possible. Assess Whether You Should Upgrade Now or Later Goal: Find a...
- Articles 2007-02-23
- Turn Your Flash Drive into a PC Key
- One of the biggest headaches about Microsofts new Vista OS is that the several different versions (among them: Home Basic, Home Premium, Business, Ultimate, and Enterprise) have such variable features. For example, the BitLocker Drive Encryption feature thats so perfect for protecting sensitive files on your work PC (or, indeed,...
- Blog posts 2007-02-14
- The Fast Way to Make a Vista PC Faster
- If you are planning to upgrade to Windows Vista, theres a lot to know about your new Operating System. Over the coming weeks, well have lots more info for you about how to take advantage of some of the cool features (and get rid of some of the...
- Blog posts 2007-02-01
- Microsoft Online Chief Leaves -- Timing Suggests Long-Term Plan
- Kevin Johnson, one-time Microsoft president of Microsoft's Platforms & Services division, has just left the building to become CEO of Juniper Networks. You can hear the speculation humming â€" he left because he was supposed to make the Yahoo deal work and it didn't, or he left because Steve Ballmer...
- Blog posts 2008-07-24
- Tell Your PC When (and How) to Shut Down with Vista Shutdown Timer
- Despite what Rick thinks, I don't hate the Earth and want to see it bleed. I just think that putting your PC to sleep is a smarter way to use your PC than turning it off completely. But whether you want to turn off your computer, put it in standby,...
- Blog posts 2009-05-07
- IBM Chides Microsoft Over Poor Roadmap Directions
- IBM is still trying to take advantage of Microsoft's stumbles with Vista in the hopes that customer confusion results in defection to IBM platforms and applications. The most recent evidence of this is a posting by IBM blogger extraordinaire Ed Brill a sometimes commenter on this blog...
- Blog posts 2009-05-19
- Is Microsoft's Mojo Working?
- In the last few years, even in the face of its piles of money, Microsoft has developed something of a reputation for stumbling. Whether Vista disaster or online ineptitude, the pundit view has often been of a company that was clearly losing it. But as recent news is suggesting, Microsoft...
- Blog posts 2009-05-29
- Switch Power Plans on Your Laptop with a Single Click
- If you've got a laptop with a fading battery, the last thing you want to do is futz around with Windows, searching for the right power plan to get a few more minutes of runtime. Wouldn't it be great if you could just click a desktop shortcut to switch to...
- Blog posts 2009-06-16
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