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Windows legacy operating systems
From where is Windows update disabled?
What to do when Windows updates freeze Internet Explorer
What to do when updates fail on Windows XP Pro Continue Reading
Manually create Setup folders during Windows XP upgrade
You may receive a Setup folder error message when you try to upgrade from Windows 98 or Windows Millennium Edition to Windows XP. This tip explains how to fix this. Continue Reading
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Vanishing D: and E: drives
How can I boot up WinXP from a CD if it only boots in safe mode?
Why is our mapped drive reverting to previous mapping?
Tool takes away privileges -- when you don't want them
If you need to log on as an admin but want a way to run crucial processes with fewer privileges, Microsoft has the tool for you: DropMyRights.Continue Reading
Dual-booting Win2k and FedoraCore2
How can I recover my Win98 desktop and task bar?
No separate Windows license required for this Ultimate Boot CD
Check out the Ultimate Boot CD. Unlike the Ultimate Boot CD for Windows, this free diagnostic software doesn't require a separately licensed version of Windows.Continue Reading
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Prevent Windows Messenger from running
If you don't want Windows Messenger to run, there is a feature in SP1 that lets you remove it from the Start menu, the desktop and other locations.Continue Reading
XP SP2 slows down gigabit network performance
Plummeting network throughput rates have been reported on systems with installed Windows XP Service Pack 2. The culprit is a combination of factors.Continue Reading
Use VBScript to monitor drive space
Use this script to monitor free space on systems or shares.Continue Reading
One script creates directory, permissions
This tip offers a script that creates a user and home directory and also sets the necessary permissions on that directory.Continue Reading
Write scripts fast with Rexx
Need to write scripts in a hurry? Try the free Rexx interpreters for Windows.Continue Reading