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How to Restore Default File Types in Vista and Windows 7

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How To Sometimes a new application opens up files when you don't want it to. What can you do to change that? You can re-assign the file type to another application, or you can restore the default file type. Read More »

Can You Hide Your Web Browser While Surfing at Work or School?

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Software If you have to sneak around, maybe you shouldn't be doing it, you could get fired/expelled. However, there is at least one way to hide your surfing from others as they walk past your computer. Read More »

How to Speed Up Windows Disk Cleanup

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How To Windows comes with a utility called Disk Cleanup. It helps you get rid of all the temporary files that take up space and slow your system down. Sometimes Disk Cleanup takes a long time to start, but there's an easy way to fix that. Read More »

Find as You Type with Listary

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Software Finding the correct file in a folder with hundreds of other files is a pain. A small free program named Listary now makes this job easier with a "find as you type" feature that helps you quickly select the right file. Read More »

Portable Sticky Notes for Your Desktop – hott notes

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Software Sticky notes are a good way to keep track of small bits of information. Just like the real world sticky notes, this free program named "hott notes" will keep you from forgetting important events or information. Read More »