Windows 7 represents a significant improvement over previous Windows operating systems. However, if you don't know how to use this latest version of Windows properly, you'll miss out on a host of goodies that'll allow you to work more proficiently.
By mastering a few simple tricks, you can get the most out of Windows 7.
- If you want to move images to outside disks, you can now achieve this quickly with Windows 7. The operating system permits you to burn ISO images onto CDs or DVDs. To do this, you merely have to double-click on the ISO image, tell Windows 7 the drive that holds your blank disc, and then click the "burn" option. Windows 7 will do the rest.
- Finding issues and repairing them is also simple with Windows 7. To do this select the “Control Panel” and select the “troubleshooting” option. This will give you usage of a number of wizards that look for and fix common OS issues. For example cleaning up adware and eliminating clutter.
- What if you have younger members of the household who insist upon installing cumbersome software onto your computer? Install too much of this software, and your computer will become a sluggish mess. Thankfully, Windows 7 has the AppLocker feature. This feature enables you to run and install only programs with your pre-approval. For example, you can tell AppLocker to only run programs created by reputable companies such as Microsoft. If your kids attempt to install a program from an unknown publisher, AppLocker will block it.
- One great feature for individuals that work remotely is its power efficiency service. It’s simple to get information about the amount of power your laptop is using, which may be important if you are working on a project and are far from a power source.