Using your PC
How To Use Your PC - The Basics
An introduction to the basics of using your Windows PC. How to use the keyboard, mouse, desktop, My Documents, files and Control Panel.
Common Problems
A list of common computer problems and solutions. Categories include Virus and Spyware, Browsing the Web, E-mail, Windows and Programs.
Quick Tips
Quick tips for working with your PC and short-cuts to useful features.
Jargon
Explanations of common computer and Internet terms.
Keyboard Shortcuts
A list of key combinations that can be used to perform special functions.
Buying A PC
This article features information about buying a new PC, including a list of places where you can buy computers online.
Preventing RSI
This article features gives information about the dangers of RSI and advice on how to stay healthy when using your PC.
Change Display Settings and Text Size
This article explains how to change your display settings to make text easier to read, increase the quality of graphics or choose a new appearance for your desktop.
Update Your Hardware Devices
This article explains how to download and install new software drivers to solve problems with your hardware and improve performance.
Make Your PC Run Faster
This article explains how you can tweak and tidy up your PC to give it a boost and help it to run programs better.
Common Filetypes
A list of common file types with a brief description and examples of programs that can open these files.
Organize Your Files/Folders/Shortcuts
This article explains how to work with files, folders and shortcuts in Windows.
Clean Out And Clean Up Files With Disk Cleanup And Defragmenter
This article describes how to tidy up unnecessary files to gain more disk space and help Windows run better.
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Change the clock
Double click on the clock on the Taskbar to change the time and date shown.
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Microsoft Office
Microsoft Office is a popular software suite that allows you to easily create good-looking documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.
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