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Where to find context-sensitive "Open DOS" prompt by LeftCoast_Dave
Hi, Years back someone, an MVP I think, pointed to a site (his?) where we could get "Open DOS" to appear by right-clicking on any drive or folder, and the...
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March 18th 09 03:46 AM
by Tim Meddick Go to last post
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Applying A background to my desktop by Morne
I have problems applying a background to my desktop. If I open the display properties and select the wallpaper tab it opens but I am unable to choose any of...
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April 3rd 09 05:56 PM
by djesi[_4_] Go to last post
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Displaying desktop icons by Terry Pinnell
It's probably an unwanted side effect of my automatic wallpaper changer (WSS Pro), but the setting in Desktop Properties 'Arrange Icons by' 'Show Desktop...
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June 11th 09 08:48 AM
by Terry Pinnell Go to last post
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Show Desktop Just by Clicking on it? by Ellen[_2_]
Is there a program or hack that will let me show the desktop in xp just by clicking on it (assuming that open windows are not maximized)? Thanks. Ellen
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July 18th 09 02:37 AM
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New Application problems by John Carter[_2_]
We STILL have some CARDFILE files that don't warrant converting to a different application as the budget is not there and also because they are used so...
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October 19th 09 08:15 AM
by Switzerland calling Go to last post
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Speed up my Windows XP Pro. SP3 with Flash USB drives/drives? by WMB
If speed is your objective, and cost is not a deterrent, image your current drive, install a SSD HD, re-install the image. "Chris Prillo" did and says its a...
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January 2nd 10 04:12 AM
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Should I upgrade to IE7 or IE8 by Russell Ashenberg
I am using Window XPSp3 and IE6 Sp3 on my machine. I want to know if should I upgrade to IE7 or go to the latest version of IE8? Is there anything I need to...
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May 25th 10 08:44 PM
by Tim Meddick[_3_] Go to last post
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showing all SID's in registry ? (including hidden SID's) by rtdos
is there a way to show ALL SID's in registry {regedit.exe} including hidden SID's and SID's from old users accounts ? -- *** REPLY REQUESTED WHEN CONVENIENT...
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April 24th 03 04:50 PM
by Walter Clayton Go to last post
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Hotbar by Bert
Has anyone seen and tried this add-on http://hotbar.com/install/firstvisit.asp Would like your opinion Bert
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July 25th 04 01:05 AM
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Folders Open Incorrectly After Enabling Print Directory by James
I followed the instructions in the Help Center for adding the command to print a directory to the Folder Options. This involved typing some script into...
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January 23rd 04 03:42 AM
by Ramesh [MVP] Go to last post
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Removing control panel items by Plano Guy
I have uninstalled programs yet an entry remains in control panel. How can I delete these entries?
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February 17th 04 03:44 AM
by Kelly Go to last post
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Why does a larger dpi make things look LARGER? by R. Stephen Gracey
In Windows' display settings, one can change from the 96 dpi setting (normal) to 120 dpi, and everything looks larger. I'm a graphic designer, so I know that...
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April 15th 04 01:22 AM
by Pop Rivet Go to last post
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Outlook Express problem by Ellen
My "block senders list" just quit working .... I can put addresses in it, but they disappear and never "block" anyone. It's like something "dumps" list entries...
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April 21st 04 02:59 PM
by Ramesh [MVP] Go to last post
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documents and settings by tony wong
My C drive is getting full, is it possible to relocate this folder (documents and settings) to D drive? thanks a lot.
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April 27th 04 02:09 PM
by jquiet Go to last post
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Missing shadows under menus by André Rübel
Hello, in my windows XP installation I have the problem, that the shadows under the menus are not shown. The option to show the shadows is enabled in the...
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May 1st 04 05:52 PM
by Kelly Go to last post
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Add Start Menu Shortcut Manually by Windcell
If I drag and drop an shortcut into the Start Menu (not All Programs) where can I find the location folder, so that I can later automate adding icons?
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July 10th 05 11:43 AM
by David Candy Go to last post
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DesktopX, Windows Blinds froze XP by brand dub
I installed Windows Blinds premium not knowing the features were locked although it practically mirrors the free version. Anyway after trying to apply a theme...
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February 27th 06 12:19 AM
by brand dub Go to last post
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How increase delay between linked keystrokes in Win Exp? by Andy
When I want to find a file in Windows Explorer I can key in its first letter to take the focus to the first file whose name starts with that letter. In a...
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August 31st 06 04:57 AM
by Alec S. Go to last post
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What can I close? by Dave
I'm trying to capture streaming video on my computer, and occasionally, the video freezes momentarily duirng the capture. I presume this is because XP is...
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22 226
Upside down computer desktop by Star
How can I correct my desktop to look normal. Everything on my screen and even the mouse icon is upside down and I cannot use my computer. I really need help!...
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April 27th 04 02:07 PM
by Maureen Goldman Go to last post
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