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Smart Computing Table Of Contents
March 2010 - Vol. 21 Issue 3
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Upgrade Your Notebook
Troubleshoot Windows 7
New Operating System, New Problems

Solve Error Messages
Clear The Confusion In Windows 7

Get Rid Of Annoyances
Resolve Common Windows 7 Issues

System Restore
New Twists On An Old Favorite

Windows 7 Remote Assistance
Get Help From Afar


Windows Central

xboxWindows News, Views & Tips
Microsoft Releases Windows Experience Pack

Windows XP: Explore Optional Updates
Find Device Drivers & Other Tools

Windows Vista: Hardware Management
Solve PC Problems

Windows 7: Make The Start Menu
& Taskbar Work For You

New Tools, New Tricks


Computers & Electronics

DIY Project: Transfer Files To A New PC

Encrypt Your Documents
Don't Let Private Data Fall Into The Wrong Hands

Readers' Tips
Our readers win very cool (OK, moderately cool) Smart Computing T-shirts by sharing great ways to solve problems and accomplish PC-related tasks.

A Slice Of Apple: Chinks In The Armor?
Smart Computing columnist-and Mac guru-Seth Colaner provides tips, tricks, and commentary for the Mac fanatics among us.

Mac Corner
When All Else Fails, Reinstall
 

Plugged In

Find It Online

Web Tips

Microsoft Bing
The New Kid In Web Search

Mr. Modem's Desktop:
Going Open Source
In which Mr. Modem, author of several books-none of which has won the Pulitzer Prize-and co-host of the weekly "Gutsy Geeks" radio show, unpacks his new Linux-based PC.


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Tidbits

Portable Media Players

Ovation
This month, we feature these products:
  • Actiontec Wireless N USB Network Adapter
  • FSP ION C2200 USB Mobile Power Pack
  • Warpia Wireless Audio/Video Display Adapter Set

News & Notes

Tech News & Notes
News From The Help Desk:
Our Most Common Tech Calls
We tell you the most common problems we're hearing about each month and provide straightforward solutions for
each one.
Reviews

Tech Diaries
Our Smart Computing columnists spent some quality time with computer and computer-related hardware and software to get beyond the benchmark scores, statistics, and marketing hype. Find out what they liked and disliked about their choices.
Tara Simmons Bantam:
TV TrickleSaver


Marty Sems:
SSDs, Portable Drives & More


Blaine Flamig: Archos 5 Internet Tablet

Linne Ourada: Brother Labelers

Head-To-Head:
Digital Photo Frames

We review the latest from Aluratek, Kodak, Pandigital, Samsung, and Sony.
Software Reviews
Track Contacts
Intuit Customer Manager
Share Files Online
TechSmith Screencast
Edit, Convert & More
IrFanView

Tech Support
What To Do Before . . .
You Give Away An Old PC
Giving away your old PC? We show you how to permanently remove your old files.

How To Fix Problems With
Email Services


How To Install A Linux
Operating System


Examining Errors

Pest Control

Fast Fixes

FAQs

Q&A

Action Editor
Can't seem to get a response from a vendor or manufacturer? If you need help, we're here for you.

Tales From The Trenches:
The Best Laid Plans

Real-world tech support advice from PC guru Gregory Anderson. This month, he organizes his data-mostly.
Quick Studies
Online
Find & Review Local Businesses With Yelp

Excel 2007
Headers & Footers

Adobe Photoshop Elements 7
Make The Most Of Map View

Email
Keep Up With Social Networks Through AOL Mail
Web Only

Personal Finance
New Leadership At The Quicken Controls
Web Only

Browsers
Privacy Modes Hide Your History

PowerPoint 2007
Troubleshoot Hard-To-Read Slides

Security
Manage IE8 Privacy
Web Only

Word 2007
Create Forms To Gather
Information: Part III

Quick Tips



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