Software Tips Links

Creating forms in Word.  This July 12, 2002 talks about what forms are used for and why you should use them.

Shortcut keys.  The May 15, 2001 discussion covers what some of the keyboard shortcuts for Word and Windows.

XP is here to stay.  From November 16, 2002, this discussion is about Windows XP. 

Should I update my programs?  This May 15, 2004 discussion covers questions on updating programs.

Word Tips.  From the June 14, 2004 discussion, you'll find these tips for using Microsoft Word to be helpful in your every day use.

Windows XP Service Pack 2.  This August 23, 2004 discussion explains the patch and why you need it. 

More SP2 Information.  An October26,2004 follow up to the previous discussion about SP2.

What is The Recycle Bin?  A February 1, 2005 discussion on what the recycle bin is and how to use it.

Going Back In Time.  March 2, 2005 we discuss the system restore feature.

Going back again.  April 6, 2006 discussion going into detail on how to use system restore.

Program Updates.  This June 3, 2005 discussion covers the importance of updating programs.

Changing Word Preferences.  This October 20, 2005 discussion explains how to change some of the most common Microsoft Word preferences.

Using XP's Remote Access.  A January 4, 2006 discussion on how to use the Remote Access feature in Windows XP.

Free Software.  From the February 7, 2006 discussion about whether free software is worth considering.

Windows Vista Progress Report.  March 1, 2006 discussion of the progress of Microsoft's new operating system.

Toolbars & Add-On Programs.  June 3, 2006 discussion on spyware caused problems from add on programs like toolbars, search programs, and misc. type programs.

Ready for Windows Vista?  This December 15, 2006 discussion will help you decide whether to upgrade your system to Vista, or purchase a new computer.

Tips for setting up your new Vista computer.  After going through the aggravation with my new computer, these March 15, 2007 tips may help you with your new computer setup.

Office 2007 - This new version of Office offers challenges for the power users, as discussed on April 15, 2007.

Acronis Restore - July 11, 2007 discussion on how to perform a true image restore.

Acronis Image Mounting - Instructions for mounting a True Image file for viewing or copying files.

Manually Run An Acronis Task - Instructions for manually running a created task in True Image.

To Change An Acronis Task Schedule - Instructions for changing the task schedule.

Replacing Software - September 4, 2007 discussion on how to replace antivirus and utility programs.

Windows Vista Service Pack Update - October 1, 2007 discussion about the service pack for Vista.

Vista System Restore Issues - On April 8, 2008 we discuss Windows Vista System Restore problems.

XP is no more! - The July 1, 2008 discussion on Microsoft no longer offering Windows XP.

Security Suites - August 1, 2008 discussion of using security suites.

Windows 7 beta - November 10, 2008 discussion on Windows 7 beta release.

Windows 7 beta test - February 3, 2009 discussion on my beta test of Windows 7.

Windows 7 Release Candidate test - June 1, 2009 discussion on my beta test of Windows 7 Release Candidate.

Internet Explorer 8 - On August 1, 2009 I explain some of the new features of Internet Explorer 8.

Windows 7 Release - October 1, 2009, Windows 7 will be released the end of the month.

Watch out for Windows 64-bit - December 1, 2009 discussion on the drawbacks of purchasing a computer with a 64-bit operating system.

Internet Explorer 8 features - This March 4, 2010 discussion is a follow up to the initial discussion on IE8.

Office Genuine Advantage Update Issues - The problems created from Microsoft's OGA update have caused a lot of problems, which I discuss in this June 1, 2010 discussion.