Microsoft Windows

Adding Folders to My Places [pdf]
Add frequently used folders to My Places. The C:\CKV\Dataxfer and My Pictures folders are used as examples.
Copy CD's with Windows Explorer [pdf]
Windows XP allows files and folders to be copied to a CD-R or CD-RW using Windows Explorer. A separate program is no longer needed to burn a CD.
Customize the Start Menu [pdf]
The Windows XP start menu can be customized to display programs that are used frequently. It can be done with any program installed on the computer and is called pinning. Examples are given for 4HPlus! and Microsoft Word.
Desktop Cleanup Wizard
Describes how to disable the desktop cleanup wizard.
Disk Cleanup and Defragmenter [pdf]
It is a good idea to periodically run the disk cleanup and disk defragmenter. These utilities remove temporary files and improve the performance of the computer's hard drive.
Windows Explorer Settings [pdf]
Describes the setting changes to make Explorer easier to work with.

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Updated 09/15/2006

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