Ask the Experts
Ask the Experts
Web browsers and applications
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Which Chrome browser management settings should IT deploy?
Organizations that allow the use of Google Chrome should ensure that their IT departments understand the different settings that shape Chrome browser management practices. Continue Reading
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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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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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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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Limiting access to Web sites with IE's Content Advisor
It's possible give limited Internet access to other users on your Windows XP system. Site expert Kevin Beaver recommends using Internet Explorer's Content Advisor function to do this. Continue Reading
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Why can I access some Web sites and not others?
I have Windows XP and Internet Explorer 6 with all the latest updates. I use Wi-Fi to connect to a wireless router. Everything connects to the Internet, but I cannot connect to certain Web sites. For example, I can connect to eBay, ARRL.org and ... Continue Reading
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How can I restore my search engine to its default?
I keep getting unwanted search engines appearing as a default when looking for a site. How can I set my default search engine and keep it set that way? Continue Reading
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Finding the CLSID for ActiveX controls in IE
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Recovering from corrupt IE settings
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How can I prevent users from uploading files using IE?
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I can't access any online antivirus sites