When you create a system restore point in Windows 7 you are, in effect, taking a snapshot of your computer’s settings while everything works correctly. If anything goes pear shaped later on, you can always return to that restore point quite easily. Often when we install new software, things go wrong, so you should always set up a restore point before you make any drastic changes to your system. Read more »
The Aero Theme In Windows
The Aero theme was introduced in Windows Vista and is the default theme in Windows 7 (learn more about Windows themes). Aero is a set of visual enhancements that make your desktop more beautiful and functional. Read more »
Windows 7 Shortcut Keys
One of the first things you should do if you want to streamline your workflow and make your computer operation lightning fast is to learn the shortcut keys for Windows 7. Instead of hunting around your menu system, expending unnecessary clicks, you can perform a particuluar task with just a few keystrokes. Read more »
Change Your Mouse Pointer In Windows 7
You may have noticed that your cursor looks different when you perform different tasks in Windows 7. When Windows is busy working on something it displays one image, and when you are selecting text it appears with another image: Read more »
Backing Up Data – Windows Backup
You can use WIndows Backup to copy important files and folders to a safe place or create a system image that can be used to restore a broken computer. Many people don't even think about making backups until an emergency happens - and then it's too late. Don't be caught out: prepare for the worst before it happens. Read more »
The Color Scheme Has Been Changed To Windows 7 Basic
Running certain programs will cause the informational message The Color Scheme Has Been Changed To Windows 7 Basic to be displayed. Aero themes were introduced in Windows Vista and incorporate an advanced GUI (Grapical User Interface) that makes window borders look transparent (among other things). If you see this message when you start a particular program, it means that that program as it is not designed to be used with the Aero effect as it doesn't recognise the advanced GUI utilised in it's when it's active. Read more »
The Recycle Bin In Windows 7
When you delete a file or folder, it doesn't actually get deleted straight away. Instead, it gets sent to the Recycle Bin. This means that you haven't yet lost it and, should you change your mind, you can get it back. To get stuff back, you need to restore from the Recycle Bin. The Recycle Bin can be thought of as a holding area for unwanted items and is usually found on your desktop: Read more »
Windows Explorer In Windows 7
Windows Explorer is a tool that allows us to navigate the folders and files that exist on our computer. Windows Explorer in Windows 7 is very different to that found in previous versions of Windows. Here are some of the obvious differences, that might help you flow seamlessly to the new version: Read more »
Change Your Desktop Background In Windows 7
To change your desktop background in Windows 7, first of all you need to display your desktop: click the Show desktop button to the far right of the taskbar. Read more »