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SeniorNet Windows XP Course Notes - Pull Out Menu on The Left of the Screen
Scroll Down for Various Resources - Click Here for Tips for Vista
| 1 | Tips
for Using Windows XP |
SeniorNet
Class Resource Center - XP |
Links/Comments |
| 2 | Clear Type | Display Properties - Appearance Tab - Effects - Choose "Clear Type" | It Smooths the View |
| 3 | Optimize Your Desktop Display | Display Properties - Settings - 32 Bit, Hi resolution | Better for Eyesighht |
| 4 | Home Page | Use Google.Com - Faster Load, Less Pop-ups, No Links, Search Engine Included, etc | Better for Eyesight |
| 5 | Use Recent Documents | Add Recent Documents to the start menu - easier and faster access to file | No Searching |
| 6 | Set Up Quick Launch | Right Click on System Tray - Toolbars - Click on Quick Launch | Easier Access To Programs |
| 7 | Microsoft Office Feature | Don't Use Adaptive Menus - Tools - Customize - Uncheck Adaptive Menu | See every choice always |
| 8 | Shut Down Easily Using Keystrokes | Press Windows Logo Key, then the letter U to open the Utility Manager, then U or S for ShutDown or Standby, and then Enter to Logoff, then U and L. | This saves use of the mouse when shutting down late at night. |
| 9 | Limit Startup Programs | Hold down shift key during boot process to keep all start programs from loading | Speeds Machine |
| 10 | Display Multiple Pages | Microsoft Word can print 4 pages on one sheet to save editing paper | Efficiency |
| 11 | Talk to People | IVR (interactive voice resources) Phone Number Cheat Sheet - Fool The Voice Menus | www.paulenglish.com/ivr |
| 12 | System Properties | Use The Windows Key and Pause/Break to See The System Properties Menu | Answer Questions When Asked on the phone |
| 13 | Get Anti-Spy Ware Program | Use the free software "Adaware.Exe" to clean your computer of adware | lavasoft.com |
| 14 | Get Anti-Spy Ware Program | Use the free software "SpyBot S&D" to clean your computer of malware | spybot.safer-networking.de/ |
| 15 | Get Anti-Spy Ware Program | Use the free software from Microsoft | microsoft.com/antispyware |
| 16 | Get Free AntiVirus | Use "Stinger" to find viruses, trojans and worms - the latest 53 for the months | http://vil.nai.com/vil/stinger/ |
| 17 | Daily Kitten | If you like to see a new kitten each day try this site | www.dailykitten.com |
Web Sites for Picture Taking Hints
| 1 Digital Photography Helps and Tips | Malek Tips for Many Camera Topics - Buying, Setting Up, Using |
| 2 More Camera Tips | Tips for Taking PIctures - How to make them better |
| 3 Mac Center Tips | Tips with examples to make your pictures better |
| 4 Kodak | Kodak website for taking great pictures - very helpful site with samples |
| 5 Canon Cameras | Your Canon Site for keeping up to date with Canon Cameras Tech |
| 6 Nikon Cameras | Nikon Site |
| 7 Sony Cameras | Sony Site |
| 8 Fuji Cameras | Fuji Site |
| 9 Depth of Field | Explanation of Depth of Field - Technical |
| 10 File Types and data storage formats | Explanation of File type and data storage chips formats (SD, xD, MS, Smart Media, etc) |
| 11 Shutter Speed | Shutter Speed Explained - and how to use different speeds (Water Flow) |
| 12 White Balance | Color selection setting for taking good indoor pictures and on cloudy days |
| 13 Picasa | Free software for organizing and editing photos |
| 14 Aperture in Photography | Site for understanding aperture on your camera |
| 15 Depth of Field Explained | Depth of Field Technical Analysis |
| 16 Exposure Value | Cart for Exposure Value Coordination |
| 17 Aperture Technical Explanation | Aperture Wikipedia |
| 18 Apple Aperture | New Software from Apple to replace iPhoto |
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