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Windows 7
Windows 7 is Microsoft's latest operating system, released on October 22, 2009.
Overall, Windows 7 is stable and straightforward, often much more so than Windows Vista and Windows XP, but that doesn't mean that everything is easy to figure out.
Below are tons of easy to follow tutorials and other how-to content, all about Windows 7:
Access Device Manager From the Command Prompt in Windows 7
A fast way to access Device Manger in Windows 7 is from the Command Prompt. Just type a short command and Device Manager starts right up! Follow these simple steps to access Device Manager from the Command Prompt in Windows 7.
Access Device Manager From the Computer Management Utility in Windows 7
Accessing Device Manger from the Computer Management utility is easy. Follow these steps to access the Windows 7 Device Manager from within the Computer Management utility.
How To Rebuild the BCD in Windows
How to use the bootrec command to rebuild the BCD store in Windows 7.
Access Device Manager From the Control Panel in Windows 7
One of the easiest ways to access Device Manger in Windows 7 is from the Control Panel. Follow these simple steps to access Device Manager from Control Panel.
Change Another User's Password in Windows 7
You might need to change another user's password in Windows 7 if the user has forgotten their password. Follow these easy steps to change another user's password in Windows 7.
How To Change Drive Letters in Windows 7
How to change the letter assigned to a drive in Windows 7.
How Change the Default Program for a Specific File Extension in Windows 7
Detailed instructions on how to change what program opens for a particular file type in Windows 7.
Change Your Windows 7 Password
Changing your Windows 7 password regularly is a good security habit. Changing your password in Windows 7 is pretty easy and is something you should do if you're having problems remembering your current password.
How To Copy a File in Windows 7
A tutorial on copying files from one place to another in Windows 7.
Create a Windows 7 Logon Password
Creating a Windows 7 password for the first time is a very simple task. You're just a few mouse clicks away from creating a new password for your Windows 7 account.
How To Change Windows Update Settings in Windows 7
A tutorial on making changes to the settings in Windows Update that control automatic updating.
Create a Windows 7 Password Reset Disk
Creating a Windows 7 password reset disk can really come in handy if you forget your account password. With it, you can easily reset your password and get right in to Windows 7 .
How To Create a Windows 7 System Repair Disc
Instructions on how to burn a System Repair Disc from within Windows 7.
Determine if You're Running Windows 7 32-bit or Windows 7 64-bit
How to tell which architecture you're using in Windows 7: 32-bit or 64-bit.
Disable a Device in Device Manager in Windows 7
You may want to disable a device in Device Manager if you want Windows 7 to ignore it, if it's using system resources you'd like to allocate somewhere else, or maybe as part of some troubleshooting process.
Disable Automatic Restart From the Advanced Boot Options Menu in Windows 7
Windows 7 will automatically restart on a Blue Screen of Death. Learn how to disable the automatic restart on system failure option via the Advanced Boot Options menu - without having to enter Windows 7!
Disable Error Reporting in Windows 7
Error reporting is enabled by default in Windows 7. You might want to disable error reporting for privacy concerns, if you're not connected to the Internet all the time, or maybe just to stop being annoyed by the alerts.
Disable the Automatic Restart on System Failure in Windows 7
Windows 7 is configured by default to restart immediately after a major system problem like a Blue Screen of Death. See the error message on the screen by disabling the automatic restart option in Windows 7.
Enable a Device in Device Manager in Windows 7
Each hardware devices listed in Device Manager must be enabled if you plan on utilizing it. Follow these easy steps to enable a device from within Device Manager in Windows 7.
Find the Administrator Password in Windows 7
Several ways to find an administrator-level password in Windows 7.
Formatting a Hard Drive in Windows 7 Tutorial
A screenshot-based walkthrough for formatting a hard drive in Windows 7.
Hide Hidden Files and Folders in Windows 7
Hide hidden files in Windows 7 with these easy steps. Having hidden files in view all the time in Windows 7 isn't necessary and can get really annoying.
How Do I Open Windows 7 Device Manager?
You may need to open Device Manager in Windows 7 for a number of reasons. Open Device Manager in Windows 7 from the Control Panel, the Computer Management utility, or from a command prompt.
How To Access Disk Management in Windows 7
Instructions on how to open Disk Management in Windows 7.
How To Automatically Logon To Windows 7
A simple tutorial on how to make Windows 7 login automatically after you turn on your computer.
How To Backup Registry Keys in Windows 7
Always backup registry keys before making changes in the Windows Registry. Export registry keys from the Windows 7 Registry with these easy steps.
How To Backup the Entire Registry in Windows 7
Instructions on creating a backup of the registry in Windows 7.
How To Delete Registry Keys in Windows 7
You may need to delete registry keys from the Windows Registry to fix a problem or complete a registry hack. Remove registry keys from the Windows 7 Registry with these easy steps.
How To Find a Driver's Version Number in Windows 7
There are many reasons you might want to know a driver's version number in Windows 7. Follow these simple steps to find a driver's version number from within Device Manager in Windows 7.
How To Find What Windows 7 Service Pack is Installed
A tutorial to help determine which Windows 7 service pack you have applied.
How To Format a Hard Drive in Windows 7
Instructions on how to format a hard drive from within Windows 7.
How To Install a Windows 7 Gadget
A tutorial on installing a new Windows 7 gadget.
How To Partition a Hard Drive in Windows 7
Instructions on how to partition a hard drive in Windows 7 using the Disk Management tool.
How To Perform a Startup Repair in Windows 7
A complete walkthrough for completing a Startup Repair in Windows 7.
How To Reset a Windows 7 Password
Instructions on resetting a Windows 7 password.
How To Restore the Registry in Windows 7
Instructions on restoring the Windows 7 registry from a Registration backup file.
How To Start Windows 7 in Safe Mode
Detailed instructions, including screenshots, on how to start Windows 7 in Safe Mode.
How To Start Windows 7 Using Last Known Good Configuration
A screenshot-based walkthrough on starting Windows 7 with Last Known Good Configuration.
I Forgot My Windows 7 Password! How Can I Find My Windows 7 Password?
Forgot your Windows 7 password? Hey, it happens. Luckily there are several ways to find a Windows 7 password that you forgot.
Remove Your Windows 7 Password
You can remove your Windows 7 password as long as you're the only person with access to your PC. While it isn't a very security-minded thing to do, removing your Windows 7 password might be something to consider.
Roll Back a Driver in Windows 7
The Driver Roll Back feature in Windows 7 is used to automatically install the previously used driver for a particular device. Follow these steps to roll back a driver in Windows 7.
How To Show Hidden Files and Folders in Windows 7
Steps to take to configure Windows 7 to show files and folders with the "hidden" attribute.
Step by Step Guide to Updating Drivers in Windows 7
A step by step tutorial to updating drivers in Windows 7 with screenshots and details on each step.
Update Drivers in Windows 7
Instructions on updating drivers in Windows 7.
How To Use System Restore in Windows 7
A complete tutorial on using the System Restore tool in Windows 7.
View a Device's Status in Device Manager in Windows 7
Viewing the status of a hardware device in Windows 7 is necessary if it's not working properly or if you were warned of an issue by a yellow exclamation point in Device Manager.
What Is the Default Administrator Password For Windows 7?
Knowing a default administrator password for Windows 7 would be very useful when your computer prompts you for the administrator password and you have no idea what to put!
Where Can I Download Windows 7?
There are many places to download Windows 7. You'll usually want to download Windows 7 so you can reinstall it after losing your original Windows 7 Setup DVD.
Windows 7: The Definitive Guide
My review of the book "Windows 7: The Definitive Guide" by William Stanek.
How To Use Problem Steps Recorder
A completely tutorial on using Problem Steps Recorder (PSR) in Windows 7.
How To Properly Reinstall a Program in Windows 7
A tutorial on how to reinstall a program, the right way, in Windows 7.