Windows 7

Windows 7 is Microsoft's newest operating system and its best ever. It is more stable, intuitive and easy to use than any previous version. This is your one-stop shop for learning how to use Windows 7 and getting the most out of it.

1. Learn to Use Windows 7
2. Install Windows 7
3. Secure Windows 7
4. Be More Productive with Windows 7
5. Maintain Windows 7
6. Networking & the Internet

Learn to Use Windows 7

Windows 7 isn't hard to learn, but it does take time. Here you'll find tips, tutorials, step-by-step guides and more.

• Shut it Down, the Right Way
• Learn the Taskbar
• Set Up Parental Controls
• The Windows 7 Action Center
• Uninstall Programs

Install Windows 7

There are a number of ways to install Windows 7, and numerous "gotchas" along the way. Learn about the right way -- and wrong way -- to do it.

• Clean Installs
• Updating Windows 7 Drivers
• Microsoft Installation Advice
• Installation Step-by-Step
• Windows 7 Upgrade Checklist

Secure Windows 7

Windows 7 is Microsoft's most secure operating system ever, but it does require some work from you to make it as bulletproof as possible. Here's some help on doing that.

• The Windows 7 Firewall
• Lock it Down with User Account Control
• iTunes can Damage Windows 7 Security
• Windows vs. Mac: Which is Safer?
• How to Create a New User Account
• How to Enable & Disable Guest Accounts

Be More Productive with Windows 7

Windows 7 has a redesigned interface that includes tons of shortcuts and ways to get stuff done faster. Learn here how to get more done.

• Save Space by Zipping Files
• Make Shortcuts by Using Pins
• Add Gadgets
• Increase Laptop Battery Life
• Save Space by Zipping Files
• Make Shortcuts by Using Pins
• Add Gadgets
• Increase Laptop Battery Life
• Organize Your Stuff
• Take Advantage of Libraries to Organize Files
• How to Relocate the Windows 7 Taskbar

Maintain Windows 7

To keep your Windows 7 PC in tip-top shape, it's important to maintain it, by getting the latest patches and fixes, keeping it clean and tweaking it.

• Troubleshoot with Problem Steps Recorder
• Keep it Current with Automatic Updates
• Be Faster: Defragment Your Hard Drive
• How to Scan for Viruses with Microsoft Security Essentials

Networking & The Internet

In this section we'll cover topics related to networking and the Internet for Windows 7.

• How to Find Your Computer's IP Address
• How to Connect to a Wireless Network