| Getting Started |
| Windows 7 Overview |
Familiarize yourself with the benefits and features of Windows 7 |
2:24 |
| Logging On to Windows 7 |
A look at the options available on the login screen |
1:14 |
| The Start Menu |
Preview the new features on the updated Start Menu |
3:32 |
| Desktop Features |
Touring the Desktop |
Take a guided tour around the new Windows 7 desktop |
2:55 |
| Finding Recently Used Files |
Jump to a recently used file quickly by using Jump Lists |
1:57 |
| Searching from the Start Menu |
Find just about anything right from the Start Menu with Windows Search |
2:50 |
| Arranging Windows |
Automatically size and arrange windows by "snapping" them into place |
1:34 |
| Live TaskBar Preview |
Get a live preview of open programs and documents from the Taskbar |
2:03 |
| Switching Programs |
Flip between programs from the Taskbar or keyboard |
1:25 |
| Clearing the Desktop |
Watch this cool trick to clear the desktop by "shaking" a window |
:46 |
| Managing Files and Folders |
| Using Explorer Windows |
Overview of how to navigate and customize Explorer windows to manage files
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3:47 |
| Navigating My Documents |
Learn how to navigate, adjust the view, and locate files with My Documents |
2:34 |
| Tagging Common Files |
Add tags to files to make them easier to locate |
2:26 |
| Organizing with Libraries |
Discover the benefits of using Libraries to organize common documents |
2:31 |
| Displaying File Extensions |
Take control of how your files and folders display in Windows 7 |
2:02 |
| Adding and Removing Columns |
Display information your way by adding and removing folder columns |
1:42 |
| Sharing a Folder |
Review options for sharing folders and controlling permissions levels |
2:59 |
| Sharing with Public Folders |
Use Public Folders to share files between people on the same computer |
1:25 |
| Associate a Program with a File |
Choose the program that should be associated with common file types |
2:00 |
| Customizing Windows |
| Personalizing Windows |
Switch the theme, desktop background, colors, sound and screen saver |
2:07 |
| Adding Gadgets |
Add a clock, calendar, news feeds and other gadgets to the desktop |
1:52 |
| Making Everything Bigger |
Adjust the screen resolution to make things easier to see |
2:29 |
| Displaying Multiple Time Zones |
Keep track of other time zones and display multiple clocks with this cool feature |
1:26 |
| Customizing the Taskbar |
Choose the appearance, location and how to display buttons on your taskbar |
3:08 |
| Customizing the Start Menu |
Put the items you need right at your fingertips by customizing the Start Menu |
2:18 |
| Shut Down Options |
How to change the Power button's default action |
1:11 |
| Windows Accessories |
| Ease of Access Center |
Examine the Windows 7 accessibility features |
3:13 |
| Snipping Tool |
For screen captures, instead of using Print Screen, look at the Snipping Tool |
1:56 |
| Adding Sticky Notes |
Put a digital sticky note on the desktop instead of the monitor |
1:17 |
| Burning Files to CD/DVD |
Watch how easy it is to burn files to a CD or DVD |
3:08 |
| Devices and Networking |
| Adding New Devices |
Easily install phones, cameras, printers and more using the Device Stage |
1:40 |
| Connecting to a Printer |
A step-by-step guide to installing printers in Windows 7 |
3:09 |
| Connecting to a Projector |
Windows 7 makes it easier than ever to connect to a projector |
1:51 |
| Connect to a Wireless Network |
How to locate, connect to, and manage wireless connections |
2:48 |
| Mapping a Network Drive |
A refresher on how to create a shortcut to a shared folder on a network |
2:36 |
| Connecting to a Domain |
Join a domain quickly and more securely in Windows 7 |
2:16 |
| Laptop and Tablet Features |
| Windows Mobility Center |
Find all the tools and settings you need in one convenient location |
1:23 |
| Optimizing Laptop Power |
Optimize the battery life by switching or adjusting the power plan |
2:27 |
| Configuring the Pen |
Options for adjusting the settings on a stylus or other input device |
2:45 |
| Handwriting with a Pen |
Use the Input Panel to enter or write data instead of a keyboard |
3:00 |
| Writing Math Expressions |
Write mathematical equations the natural way with the Math Input panel |
1:55 |
| Security and Backup |
| User Access Control |
Control settings and security by adjusting the User Access Control (UAC) |
2:33 |
| Setting a Restore Point |
Learn how Windows protects important data by creating restore points |
2:56 |
| Backing Up Files |
Review the steps to back up your files and folders on Windows 7 |
2:28 |
| Creating a System Image |
Protect your computer from a catastrophic crash |
2:47 |
| Internet Explorer 8 |
| Tabbed Browsing |
Learn how to browse multiple pages with tabs instead of separate windows |
1:34 |
| Adding Favorites |
Keep track of frequently visited web pages by adding them to your favorites |
2:07 |
| Setting the Home Page |
How to designate one or more pages to serve as home page tabs |
1:33 |
| Exporting or Importing Favorites |
Tips for exporting your favorites from one computer and importing to another |
1:58 |
| Viewing Browsing History |
Find your way back to recently viewed pages with IE's history feature |
1:00 |
| Search Options |
Add search providers and choose the default you want with IE8 |
1:30 |
| Zooming In |
Get up close and personal with the Zoom tool |
:48 |
| Compatibility View |
Use Compatibility View to see web pages as they were originally intended |
1:39 |
| Sending a Page |
Look at Page options for two different ways to share or send web pages |
:54 |
| Printing Web Pages |
Review the features that help you print exactly what you see on the screen |
1:20 |
| Deleting Browsing History |
Explore the options for deleting history, cookies and other data |
1:15 |
| InPrivate Browsing |
Prevent Internet Explorer from storing data about your browsing session |
1:00 |
| Controlling Pop-up Windows |
Configure the settings to help manage pop-up windows |
1:32 |
| Web Accelerators |
Quickly access services, such as mapping and more, from the web page |
:54 |
| Customizing the Toolbar |
How to add and remove buttons on the Internet Explorer toolbar |
1:13 |
