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jump to registry01 Jump Directly to Registry Keys in IE & Firefox [How To]

There are quite a few registry hacks on this website that help you get the most out of your computer. Sometimes the keys are buried deep in the registry, so in this guide, you’ll learn how to put a ‘Jump to registry’ item on the context menu in IE or Firefox. The IE version is inspired by WinhelpOnline. Thanks Ramesh.

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magnifier tool 00 Windows 7: Use the Magnifier Tool for Access [How To]

If you would like to increase the size of small text or inspect an image more closely, on your computer, you should use Windows 7’s Magnifier tool. This tool is also available in Windows Vista.

Learn how to use the Magnifier tool in this guide.

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Windows 7: Run Memory Diagnostic Tool [How To]

Posted by Rich On January - 13 - 200910 COMMENTS

memory diagnostic 00 Windows 7: Run Memory Diagnostic Tool [How To]

Memory (RAM) can become corrupted and not work properly. Usually, a replacement is needed to fix the problem, but before you replace your hardware, you should use the Windows Memory Diagnostic tool. This tool is available in both Windows Vista and Seven.

Learn, in this guide, how to run the Windows Memory Diagnostic tool in Windows 7 or Vista.

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Easy Ways to Boost PC Performance

Posted by Guest Post On January - 12 - 200910 COMMENTS

In this guest post, James Ricketts explores how to boost  PC performance. Learn more about James at the conclusion of this post.

Computer owners are always on the lookout for ways to boost their PC performance. Anything that will keep their computer running as efficiently as it did when it was brand new. If you stop for a moment and ponder the reasons why the performance of a new PC is so good, you will recall that a new PC is devoid of any unnecessary information and programs. Another reason for its efficiency is that the data residing in it is uncluttered.

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Dual Boot Windows 7 with Vista or XP [How To]

Posted by Rich On January - 12 - 20096 COMMENTS

Hunky Dork has the following question:

I run only one PC. I have Vista and am very happy with it.
I’d love to try 7 but I fear a lot of progams game etc would not work yet on it.
Is there a way to install Windows 7 on dual boot as a second OS ? ? ?

Keep up the good work

Hunky Dork

Thanks for the question. In this guide, you’ll learn how to dual boot Windows 7 with Vista or XP. I’ve decided to link to Lifehacker’s guide on the procedure as it’s very clear and easy to follow.

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5 Free Screenshot Capture Utility Programs

Posted by Rich On December - 22 - 200835 COMMENTS

screenshot utilities 5 Free Screenshot Capture Utility Programs

I’ve tried a number of screen capture utilities and use some of them to create screenshots for www.mintywhite.com. I’ve compiled a list of the five best free screen capture utilities.

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