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Launch Windows Explorer with administrative privileges on Windows XP Pro
Do you ever need to perform an on-the-fly administrative task, but you're not on your computer? If the computer runs Internet Explorer 6 or 7, here's how you can launch Windows Explorer with administrative privileges on a Windows XP Pro limited user machine. When you're working on a user's...
Tags: Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Windows Explorer, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows XP, Greg Shultz, Web browsers, Operating systems, EXPLORER.EXE, administrative privilege, Windows XP Tips Newsletter, Admin Account, Run, Software, Internet
Technical articles 2007-02-28
Investigate Internet Explorer add-ons in Windows XP
When you're on the Internet, your Windows XP computer may be picking up harmless as well as potentially unwelcome add-ons. Greg Shultz explains how to evaluate which IE add-ons you have and what purpose they serve. When you visit various Web sites, your Windows XP computer may download...
Tags: Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows XP, Greg Shultz, Web browsers, Windows XP Tips Newsletter, Add-on, Operating Systems, Software
Technical articles 2006-11-01
Launch Internet Explorer in Windows XP without connecting to the Web
Launching Internet Explorer from Windows XP doesn't mean you have to connect to the Internet or go to your home page. Greg Shultz tells how to launch Internet Explorer by drawing a blank page. When you launch Internet Explorer from within Windows XP, the default configuration is to...
Tags: Web, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows XP, Greg Shultz, Web browsers, Windows XP Tips Newsletter, Operating Systems, Software, Internet
Technical articles 2006-08-30
Allowing pop-ups from specific sites
One of Windows XP SP2's many quirks is that some Web sites may not function properly if they use subsidiary windows. Find out how you can configure Internet Explorer to allow pop-ups from specific sites. Stay on top of the latest XP tips and tricks with our free Windows...
Tags: Microsoft Internet Explorer, Greg Shultz, Viruses and worms, Web browsers, Go-to Internet Explorer, pop-up blocker, Windows XP Tips Newsletter, Solution, Microsoft Windows XP, Internet, Security
Technical articles 2005-04-13
Tech Tip: Disable IE's downloading capability
Do you support Windows XP users who insist on downloading files from the Web via Internet Explorer--regardless of what you tell them? If so, you'll be glad to know that you can disable Internet Explorer's ability to download files by tweaking the Security...
Tags: Guest Contributor, Windows XP Tips Newsletter, Security, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Web Browsers, Internet
Technical articles 2003-12-08

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Making the switch to Microsoft Update on Windows XP machines
Besides updates for the Windows operating system and Internet Explorer, did you know that Microsoft Update will also provide updates for other applications? Greg Shultz explains why you should use Microsoft Update on your Windows XP machine. If you're like most security-conscious folks using the Internet these days,...
Tags: Microsoft Windows Update, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Update, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows XP, Greg Shultz, Operating systems, Windows XP Tips Newsletter, Software
Technical articles 2006-02-22
Security Watch: Windows XP SP2 more secure? Not so fast
Stay on top of the latest XP tips and tricks with our free Windows XP e-newsletter, delivered weekly. Automatically sign up today! ByRobert VamosiSenior Editor, CNET ReviewsIt's late. It's large. But Microsoft's much heralded Windows XP Service Pack 2 has finally arrived. Right...
Tags: buffer-overflow, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2, security, Service Pack 2
Technical articles 2004-08-16
Add a Create New Folder icon to the Windows XP Quick Launch toolbar
Creating new folders to store files is a basic Windows XP task, but Windows Explorer does not have a button for easy creation of new folders. You can create your own shortcut by adding a Create New Folder button to the Quick Launch toolbar. Follow these steps: ...
Tags: Folder, Toolbar, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows XP, Operating Systems, Software, Greg Shultz
Blog posts 2008-01-02
Microsoft asks users to help with security issues, while a critical IE hole remains unpatched
A critical vulnerability has surfaced in Internet Explorer 6, and it's one that affects even fully patched IE versions. In the meantime, Microsoft is turning to users to help build its malware database. John McCormick has the details—and even some tax tips—in this edition of the IT Locksmith. A...
Tags: Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Corp., John McCormick, Web browsers, Cyberthreats, Spyware, adware & malware, security, vulnerability, Active Scripting, IT Locksmith Newsletter, Information Technology, Tax, Microsoft Internet Explorer 6, Virus, User, Sendmail.org, Taxes, Free Trade, Financial Planning, Finance, Internet
Technical articles 2006-03-27
Pros point to flaws in Windows security update
Stay on top of the latest XP tips and tricks with our free Windows XP e-newsletter, delivered weekly. Automatically sign up today!By ...
Tags: flaw, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows XP, security, Service Pack 2, Thor Larholm
Technical articles 2004-08-19
Microsoft delays SP2 auto update
Stay on top of the latest XP tips and tricks with our free Windows XP e-newsletter, delivered weekly. Automatically sign up today!By ...
Tags: Service Pack 2, Microsoft Corp.
Technical articles 2004-08-17
Find out what Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 has to offer
If you're still smarting from the hassle of Windows XP Service Pack 2, you're probably not too thrilled that Microsoft recently released Service Pack 1 for Windows Server 2003. Let us help ease your pain: Find out what additions and enhancements SP1 brings to the table, and know what to...
Tags: Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2, Servers, Scott Lowe MCSE, service pack, Service Pack 1, firewall, Windows Server 2003 Tips Newsletter, Service Pack 2, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware
Technical articles 2005-04-19
Manually run the Malicious Software Removal Tool on Windows XP machines
Keeping your Windows XP network free from nefarious software is an ongoing task. Find out how you can make your job easier by manually running Microsoft's Malicious Software Removal Tool, which detects and removes malicious software. As a Windows XP network administrator, a crucial part of your job...
Tags: Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows, Greg Shultz, Viruses and worms, malicious software, Malicious Software Removal Tool, tool, Windows XP Tips Newsletter, Microsoft Corp., Operating Systems, Software, Security
Technical articles 2005-08-24
Windows Vista's new Network Center offers more control over networking
As you've probably heard by now, Microsoft has expanded itsWindows Vista beta test with the Community Technical Preview CTP program. TheCTP addition to the Windows Vista beta program is designed as an avenue forMicrosoft to officially provide monthly updates to the beta. The first version,dubbed the September CTP, was released...
Tags: Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Vista, Network Center, Greg Shultz, network, tool, networking, October Community Technical Preview
Technical articles 2005-10-27
Investigating Windows Vista's new Search features
In my October 12th column "An in-depth lookat Windows Vista's Virtual Folders technology" I told you about onecomponent of a whole set of new and improved data and file management featuresthat Microsoft calls Windows Vista's new information visualization,organization, and search features. As I mentioned in that column, these newfeatures are...
Tags: Greg Shultz, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Vista, search technology, search tool
Technical articles 2005-11-03
Managing a Windows Server 2003 system with the Computer Management Console
Windows Server 2003 includes consoles that allow you to manage the server and other components of a Windows Server 2003 environment. You may be familiar with Active Directory Users And Computers and Active Directory Sites And Services, which are Microsoft Management Consoles designed to accomplish a specific task. Microsoft...
Tags: Console, Microsoft Windows Server, Management Console, Computer, Computer Management Console, Displays, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Productivity, Servers, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware, Derek Schauland
Blog posts 2008-02-05
An in-depth look at Windows Vista's Virtual Folders technology
In my July 15th column, "Ending filemanagement nightmares with Longhorn's new features," I told you abouta whole set of new and improved data and file management features thatMicrosoft calls Vista's new information visualization, organization, and searchfeatures. These new features are designed to address the problemcaused by the fact that the...
Tags: Search Companion, Virtual Folders, Greg Shultz, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Vista, Saved Search Query feature, Saved Search Query
Technical articles 2005-10-12
Integrate VoIP with your e-mail address -- for free
Unified communications is all the rage, and it's all about combining different types of messaging, such as e-mail and voice. Now there's a free service that does just that -- without the expense and hassle of installing server-side software.Yoomba, which just launched a public beta earlier this month, lets you...
Tags: VoIP, Telephony, Instant Messaging, E-mail
Blog posts 2007-07-27
Nine VoIP add-ins that help boost productivity
Skype has long been one of the most popular VoIP options forconsumers -- in no small part due to its low cost free for calls between Skypeusers and only a few dollars per month to call landlines. Now, it's gainingpopularity in the business world as well.The company has been adding...
Tags: VoIP and IP telephony, Networking, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office
Technical articles 2007-04-26
Create rich interfaces with Microsoft Silverlight
Web developers often frown on the use of technologies like Macromedia Flash or Adobe Shockwave to spice up Web interfaces. Since these technologies are not Web standards, they may not properly work in all browsers. Even so, some developers continue to use these technologies. Recognizing an area of technology without...
Tags: XAML, Web, Microsoft Silverlight, Microsoft Corp., Plug-in, UI, Plug-in Requirement, Tony Patton
Blog posts 2007-10-08
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