7 ways Windows 7 helps you finish your work faster

March 29, 2010
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Microsoft has published an article with some tips of working smarter and getting your work done a little quicker.  Some are great for laptops (power management tips) and others are more general.  Take a look, I’m sure there is something for you.
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20 essential PC shortcuts for Windows 7

March 25, 2010
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Microsoft has published an article with some essential shortcuts, some as basic as Ctrl-C/V for Copy/Paste to windows management, taskbar management and more.  Check it out here and as always, if you have any windows 7 questions, please leave a comment and I will get back to you.

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Personalizing your PC

January 25, 2010
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Microsoft has a good article that talks about some of the personalization options in Windows 7.  They include themes, desktop background picture, screen resolution and gadgets.
If you have any questions about these topics, feel free to leave a comment or give us a call at Top PC Support.

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For the ‘former’ Windows XP User – Welcome to Windows 7!

January 8, 2010
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Here’s a great article over at the Microsoft Clubhouse from a user who upgraded from Windows XP to Windows 7.  He describes the changes in the user interface and there are plenty of pictures to show you the new look.
If you have any Windows 7 questions, or are looking to upgrade to this version, head [...]

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Windows 7 Taskbar

January 6, 2010
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Do you prefer the “old” Windows Vista taskbar with the labels along with the icons of the running programs?  If so, you’re in luck.  You can have this behaviour in Windows 7 as well.  Here is an article that provides the steps to get back to the familiar looking taskbar.
If you have any questions about [...]

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Windows 7 Recovery Disc

October 30, 2009
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If you purchased a new PC with Windows 7, you may not get a full Windows 7 installation CD/DVD that has the recovery features.  Sometimes it is better to use the recovery feature instead of restoring your system to its original, store-bought condition.
These recovery disks are useful because they include the most important part of [...]

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For the ‘former’ Windows XP User – Welcome to Windows 7!

October 27, 2009
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Here’s a great article over at the Microsoft Clubhouse from a user who upgraded from Windows XP to Windows 7.  He describes the changes in the user interface and there are plenty of pictures to show you the new look.

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Will Consumers Pay $120 For Windows 7?

October 20, 2009
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The cost to upgrade from Windows XP or Vista is $120 for Windows 7 Home Premium, the version most home users will use.  Yes, there was a pre-release sale, and I expect to see Win 7 on sale in the future.  You can get a copy for as low as $30 if you have an [...]

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77 Windows 7 Tips

October 19, 2009
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Microsoft TechNet Magazine has published a list of 77 Windows 7 tips, including 14 of the best keyboard shortcuts. Other tips include making Windows 7 faster, getting more done with Windows 7 and securing Windows 7.  Check out the full list here.
As always, if you need assistance with any Windows 7 issue, please [...]

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Windows XP Support is Gone

October 14, 2009
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Mainstream support for Windows XP stopped earlier this year.  That means that any bugs (flaws) in the operating system will not be fixed.  Extended support continues until April 2014.  This means that everyone will receive security updates, but you will have to pay Microsoft for support.   Find more information here.
If you’ve been thinking up upgrading [...]

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