How to Disable Browser Cache

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Browser caching makes Internet surfing faster, but in some cases you may want to bypass, clear or disable your browser cache so you get a fresh look at a Web page’s files.

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Using Windows Remote Desktop Function

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If you’re away from your home or office computer, you can still access it if you’d set up the Windows remote desktop function, which allows you to access the computer over the Internet just as if you were sitting in front of the “host computer.”

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“Cannot Restore” Errors When Trying to Use System Restore

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Sometimes, attempts to perform a “System Restore” to an earlier date is met with a “cannot restore” error. Unfortunately, the files have probably been deleted, but it’s possible booting in Safe Mode can do the trick.

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Where Did “Spyware Threat Has Been Detected on Your PC” Come From?

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If you get the disturbing warning that a spyware threat has been detected on your PC, it is in fact an advertisement intended to get you to purchase anti-spyware software —which is almost certainly unnecessary since so many good programs are available free to non-commercial home users.

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How to Declutter Your Computer Desktop

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Keep your computer’s desktop looking neat and easy-to use by organizing icons and then choosing attractive desktop wallpaper.

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How to Transfer Files From Drive to Drive

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You can free up space on your computer and make it run faster by transferring some of your files to an external hard drive, a process that just takes a few steps.

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How to Set Your Default Folder Views for Consistency in Windows XP

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You can change the default folder view in Windows to match your personal preferences. For example, you may like to view folders as thumbnails, tiles, icons, list or details, but you can even choose which folder attributes you want displayed.

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Synchronizing your PC and Cell Phone with Microsoft ActiveSync

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For convenience and security, sync your PC and cell phone using Microsoft ActiveSync. By synchronizing the two devices, all of your contacts and other key information is close at hand.

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What Is a Virtual PC and Who Needs It?

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A virtual PC can run multiple operating systems on one x86 hardware platform simultaneously.

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How to Disable or Enable Firewall in Windows XP

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Disabling the firewall in Windows XP is not something you’ll do often, but it’s easy to access the Control Panel to temporarily disable it and, later, to reenable it.

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How to Format or Reformat a Hard Drive

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To prepare a new hard drive for use, or to wipe clean an old one, you’ll need to format or reformat before installing Windows, applications and other data.

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