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When the worst-case scenario actually happens, downloading the right rescue disc can save your hide, and your data.
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Answer Line: Tweak System Restore to Perfect Your PC ProtectionOvercome your system's reluctance to create new restore points in XP or Vista; maximize the life of your LCD monitor.
A few simple tweaks to the BIOS and to Windows' power settings can cut your PC power bill by more than half.
Windows Tips: Vanquish Still More Windows AnnoyancesThese eight tricks should improve your Windows experience.
Swift and easy cures for unwieldy Start menus, virus-infected USB drives, and five other PC problems.
15 Undocumented Firefox TipsThe increasingly popular Firefox browser offers much more customizability than Internet Explorer does. Here are some tweaks you might not know about.
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Looking for the ultimate high-def experience? With these outstanding components, you can build the HD computer of your dreams. 13-May-2008
Tips for a successful XP Service Pack 3 installation, plus some terrific physics simulations. 13-May-2008
Use a new tool in Photoshop Elements 6 to perfect the brightness and contrast in your photos. 12-May-2008
Plus: Step on Vista and IE bugs; block QuickTime and Flash Player risks. 11-May-2008
Restore Windows' picture viewer, hibernate your PC instantly, and turn off indexing to crank up your system's performance. 09-May-2008
Camcorder technologies are changing fast. Here's how to pick the right camera for you--and ensure that your video memories will stand the test of time. 07-May-2008
When the worst-case scenario actually happens, downloading the right rescue disc can save your hide, and your data. 07-May-2008
When purchasing a laptop you want to make sure to get a good value as well as a purchase that you can maximize for as long as possible. 07-May-2008
How to set Restore Points in Windows XP, troubleshoot them, and remove them. Plus a handful of fun videos and quirky sites. 06-May-2008
Even when Windows routinely gives you the Blue Screen of Death, all may not be lost. We'll show you how to restore both your data and your sanity. 05-May-2008
Blur the background for attractive portraits--long after the photo was taken. 05-May-2008
Phones are off the radar for most hackers today. But Google's Android OS and the iPhone could make them more of a target. 04-May-2008
Running a virtual business is easier (and cheaper) than ever, if you have the right tools. 02-May-2008
Don't let hooligans handle your hardware. Here are eight ways to keep your notebook from being pinched--or to get it back if it is stolen. 01-May-2008
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A PDF Download from the PC World EditorsLearn to organize and manage your music files, import music, download podcats, video blogs, TV shows and more. Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned pro, every chapter is filled with smart ideas and time-saving strategies so you can spend less time managing your music more time enjoying it.

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