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Don't restore viruses and malware Add a password to the Guest account Defragment the registry to boost performance View any file type in Notepad Driver signing Check the digital signatures DOS isn't dead DIY startup messages Group Policy Editor Restore hidden updates The Address toolbar Explorer command line switches Create Explorer shortcuts Processor scheduling part 1 Processor scheduling part 2 Use System Restore Adjust System Restore's space requirements Turn off System Restore Create your own font characters Edit Internet Explorer's title Crashed? It's just busy! Disable System Restore for other users Disable the File menu in Explorer Use a Limited account Access the hidden security tab View hidden and system files Get a better firewall Choose the CD/DVD drive letter
Make files read-only Make files hidden Make files system Entering path names at the command prompt Use attributes when searching Check your internet connection Advanced user accounts Reduce IE's cache Troubleshoot shutdown problems (Don't) clean up the clutter Back up the registry Restore the registry Customising folders Controlled shutdown QoS reserved internet bandwidth Force programs to quit Power off Fix email problems Enable/disable Task Manager Explore Task Manager's processes Backup Outlook Express email Avoid Outlook Express timeout errors Show the administrator account Better, faster, more reliable internet Searching with Media Player