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Quickly open files in Windows Explorer
When reviewing files in Windows Explorer, I quite often want to look at the file even though the extension isn't related. Here's how to use the Send To feature to open files. Tip
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Scripting School: Reader requests script to create office inventory
Scripting expert Christa Anderson offers advice for a reader who needs a script to create an inventory of his office's seating plan. Article
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Quick Tips: Removing thumbs.db files
When viewing a folder with the Thumbnail view, WindowsXP creates a thumbs.db file. Find out how to turn this feature off. Tip
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Creating an administrator password reset disk
As an administrator, it's a good idea to create a password reset disk in case you forget your password. This tip explains how to do this. Tip
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How can we allow users to update their AD property sheet?
We use Windows 2003 Standard Edition as our Active Directory server and all of our clients use Windows XP. Is there any way we can allow users to update their AD property sheet (i.e. home address, telephone numbers, department)? Ask the Expert
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How data recovery for NTFS differs from FAT
Data recovery on NTFS file systems differs from data recovery on FAT or FAT-32 partitions, primarily because of cluster remapping and transaction logging. Tip
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Reduce spyware hiding spots
We all know the epidemic spyware has become. But you can significantly reduce the amount places they like to hide on any Windows-based computer. Tip
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How to recover deleted files on FAT via Disk Editor
Recovering deleted files via Norton's Disk Editor on a FAT system is a four-step process. Learn them here. Tip
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IIS security: Configure Web server permissions for better access control
Updating user access controls as business portfolios expand can help protect confidential data. Learn how to secure user access controls and keep your greatest asset under lock and key by configuring IIS Web server permissions, in this tip by SearchS... Tip
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Protection Manager tool helps admins control user privileges
Winternals Protection Manager allows administrators to precisely define how users can (or can't) do things with applications. Tip