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Finding your Computer Specs

January 30, 2012 by Sue Huckle

Before installing Microsoft Office, make sure your computer specs meet the system requirements. Checking specs first helps you avoid installation problems that occur when your system does not meet the recommended or minimum requirements. Even if the software installs on an inadequate system, it may not function properly. Determining software requirements Most stores do not … [Read more...]

Windows Disk Defrag Utility

January 27, 2012 by Sue Huckle

If your computer is operating as slow as a snail, it's time to run the Windows disk defrag utility. If you find that Microsoft Word is running slowly, this simple task can significantly speed up your PCs performance. What is "defragging" a hard drive? If your computer gets slower and slower over time, the most likely cause is file fragmentation. Opening, closing, … [Read more...]

Basic Microsoft Windows Help for Word 2007 Users

October 24, 2011 by Sue Huckle

This section offers Microsoft Windows help for topics that I am asked about most often by Word users. Knowing Windows basics will help you be a more efficient Microsoft Word user! Software is dependent on the operating system to function, and Microsoft Office programs are no exception. The Windows operating system is software that works as a middleman between the user, … [Read more...]

How to Show File Extensions in Microsoft Word

December 22, 2010 by Sue Huckle

example of file saved with four different file extensions

After you install Microsoft Word, it is a good idea to show file extensions to make it easier to work with the different file types. You may need to save a file with several different file name extensions. Even though the icons look different, it is easier to tell the files apart if you can see the whole file name. What is a File Extension? A file extension is … [Read more...]

Use the Windows Backup Utility to Protect Your MS Word Docs

December 19, 2010 by Sue Huckle

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The Microsoft Windows backup utility won't prevent disaster from striking, but it can sure help you recover. Nothing is more important than backing up your valuable Microsoft Word documents. This Windows tutorial shows you how. To be effective, always save computer backups to an alternate location, not on your computer. Storing backups offsite is the safest way to … [Read more...]

How to Uninstall Microsoft Office

October 31, 2010 by Sue Huckle

Do you want to uninstall Microsoft Office software? If so, here is how to do it the right way and what to do if your uninstallation goes awry. This article covers uninstalling software such as old Office suites and expired free trial or beta software. Troubleshooting tips are included just in case your software won't uninstall. Upgrade the Free Trial without … [Read more...]

Microsoft Windows Update – How to use automatic update

September 21, 2010 by Sue Huckle

Microsoft Windows update protects your computer and your valuable data by downloading and installing critical security patches and bug fixes. You can get automatic security updates by enabling the Automatic Update tool in Windows. Each month, the latest Microsoft security patches, critical updates, and hot fixes are released to the general public on the 2nd Tuesday of … [Read more...]

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