Ask the Experts
Ask the Experts
Web browsers and applications
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How can you improve Google Chrome management?
IT professionals should deploy Group Policies to their browsers to improve the user experience. Check out this step-by-step guide on applying Group Policies to Google Chrome. Continue Reading
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How do I get rid of browser malware?
Browser malware can make it impossible to access websites you might need for work. Luckily, there's a simple way IT and end users can get rid of pesky scam pages. Continue Reading
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How do Web Notes in the Edge browser work?
Workers can use Web Notes in Microsoft's Edge browser to mark up websites, but saving the notes is a little wonky. Continue Reading
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How do I pinpoint the cause of wireless Internet connection problems?
Even established technologies such as Wi-Fi have service interruptions. Fix them quickly by first discerning if the issue is widespread or not. Continue Reading
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When is it OK to run Hyper-V on the desktop in Windows 8?
Running Hyper-V on the desktop is generally not a good idea, but it can be appropriate at times, such as when users must do their Web browsing within a Hyper-V virtual machine for security purposes. Continue Reading
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Why doesn't closing a file return me to Microsoft Windows Explorer?
If you open a Windows document in Windows Explorer rather than in the Microsoft Word interface, closing it launches File Explorer. The file hasn't moved. Continue Reading
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How come Microsoft Internet Explorer collects my data?
Some users have noticed that Microsoft Internet Explorer collects personal information through its AutoComplete feature. There is a way to turn it off. Continue Reading
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Copying Windows Explorer files without slowing down a system
Our expert explains how to avoid overtaxing processors when copying Windows Explorer files. Process priority and a command should do the trick. Continue Reading
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Windows Explorer folders: How to set folder displays
This week, Ask the Expert takes a look at using Windows Explorer to organize files with folders and libraries. Continue Reading
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How can I discover a hacker's IP address?
If you've ever been hacked, chances are you wanted to know who accessed your system and how they broke through your defenses. Check out dnsstuff.com to learn how you can track down a hacker's IP address. Continue Reading
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Pop-ups in IE are hijacking my homepage
Annoying pop-up ads plague Internet users every day. Windows security threats expert Kevin Beaver offers some resources and advice on how to remove the spyware that causes these pop-ups. Continue Reading
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Run a secure IE6 after downgrading from IE7
Windows hardening expert Jonathan Hassell explains the basics on running a secure Internet Explorer after downgrading from its most recent release. Continue Reading
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Security risks in Internet Explorer 6
Windows hardening expert Jonathan Hassell outlines some of the security concerns you need to be aware of when switching from Internet Explorer 7.0 to Internet Explorer 6.0. Continue Reading
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Adjusting security settings in Internet Explorer 6.0
Windows security threats expert Kevin Beaver helps a user adjust their security settings Internet Explorer 6.0. Continue Reading
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Gaining access to blocked Web sites
Windows networking expert Wes Noonan explains how to use public proxy servers to gain access to restricted Web sites. Continue Reading