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How do I... Change the Product Key in Windows XP? (Updated)

In 2003, TechRepublic first published the procedure for changing the Product Key in Microsoft Windows XP. Since then, Microsoft has made the process easier and safer by providing an applet for just that purpose. Mark Kaelin shows you the applet and the updated process.

Tags: Product Key, Applet, Mark W. Kaelin, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Software

Download resources 2009-07-15

IT professionals will not drop Windows XP quietly (if ever)

A couple of weeks ago, I asked a series of poll questions about Microsoft Windows XP. The poll results are very informative and definitely give us an indication about where the TechRepublic membership stands with regard to a potential operating system migration. To put it politely and succinctly -- most...

Tags: Operating System, IT Professional, Mark W. Kaelin, Poll Result, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Software

Download resources 2009-07-01

How do I... Use System Restore in Windows Vista?

The Windows Vista System Restore applet is actually much easier to use than it was in Windows XP. Mark Kaelin shows you how to use it to create a restoration point and then return to that point when necessary.

Tags: System Restore, Microsoft Windows Vista, Mark W. Kaelin, Windows Vista System Restore Applet, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Operating Systems, Software

Download resources 2009-04-08

Get the facts on what geeks really want for the holidays

In October, in preparation for TechRepublic's 2008 Geek Gift Guide, we asked the TechRepublic community several questions regarding their shopping, gift-giving, and gift-wishing plans for the holidays. The results of our survey provide an insight into the geek gift-giving psyche in an uncertain economic period. This download...

Tags: TechRepublic Inc., Mark W. Kaelin, Blogging, Marketing Research, Internet, Marketing

Download resources 2008-12-11

How do I... Tweak Windows Explorer to open in a directory of my choosing?

Because Microsoft Windows XP has been around for a fairly long time now, there are numerous tweaks you can make to how it works. Tweaks that make XP bend to your will. Mark Kaelin shows you one tweak he uses all the time to help him get where he is...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Explorer, Mark W. Kaelin, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows XP, Operating Systems, Software

Download resources 2008-12-03

Geek Gifts 2008: The Acer Aspire One netbook

2008 is the year of the netbook ultraportable computer. These small computer devices have become all the rage with consumers. But off all of the netbooks TechRepublic has looked at so far, the Acer Aspire One is the only one to get high marks for usability. Mark Kaelin explains why...

Tags: TechRepublic Inc., Acer Inc., Computer, Mark W. Kaelin, Productivity

Download resources 2008-11-05

Geek Gifts 2008: The 2nd generation Apple iPod Touch

The Apple iPod Touch is more than just a media player. With built-in GPS and WiFi capability this media player can keep you connected to your social network. And with the additional benefit of downloadable third-party applications, the iPod Touch is capable of much more than merely playing MP3s. ...

Tags: Apple iPod, Apple Inc., Apple iPod Touch, Media Player, Mark W. Kaelin, Digital Music, Digital Media, Media Players, Personal Technology, Consumer Electronics

Download resources 2008-10-24

Geek Gifts 2008: The 2GoPC ultra-portable Classmate netbook

The 2GoPC from Computer Technology Link CTL is a ruggedized ultra-portable computer designed to be carried around and used on the go. TechRepublic Senior Editor Mark Kaelin files this review for the Geek Gift Guide 2008. This download is also available in the TechRepublic Geekend Blog. ...

Tags: TechRepublic Inc., Computer, Mark W. Kaelin, Productivity, Blogging, Internet

Download resources 2008-09-26

How do I... Stop Windows XP from nagging me about updates?

TechRepublic member Riggy001 decided not to apply Windows XP SP3, but the operating system continued to nag him about it. After much wrangling, Riggy001 was given a procedure that removed that yellow nagging shield in the system tray. This download is also available as an entry in...

Tags: TechRepublic Inc., Mark W. Kaelin, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows XP, Operating Systems, Software

Download resources 2008-09-17

Geek Gifts 2008: The RC Battle Tank Type 90

Think Geek sent us the RC Battle Tank Type 90 to review for our annual Geek Gift Guide. The tank is obviously based on the U.S. battle tank the M1 Abrams. We took our battle tank for a little field testing and came away more than a little disappointed. ...

Tags: Tank, Mark W. Kaelin, Blogging, Internet

Download resources 2008-08-14

Geek Gifts 2008: The Roku Netflix Player fulfills the promise of streaming video

Sometimes simple design and small packages can deliver a knockout. This is the case with the Roku Netflix Player. This small set top box delivers streaming video over the Internet into your living room in a manner so easy even your grandparents could understand it. This download...

Tags: NetFlix Inc., Streaming Video, Video, Roku Inc., Mark W. Kaelin, Web Site Development, Web Technology, Digital Video, Corporate Communications, Tv & Home Theater, Internet, Personal Technology, Marketing

Download resources 2008-06-25

How do I... Synchronize a Google calendar with an Outlook 2007 calendar?

Information technology professionals are notorious for being busy all the time. Many try to keep their lives organized by using calendars, task lists and other electronic forms of tracking meetings and events. One way to keep your calendar at your fingertips is to synchronize your Outlook 2007 calendar with your...

Tags: Google Inc., Google Calendar, Calendar, Mark W. Kaelin, Microsoft Outlook, Groupware, Microsoft Office, Office Suites, Software, Enterprise Software

Download resources 2008-03-06

The $6200 HP Blackbird 02 and the case it rode in on

The Blackbird 02 from Hewlett-Packard is designed from the ground up to be the ultimate gaming machine for the ultimate personal computer gamer. Combining both style and function, the Blackbird 02 should serve as a blueprint of what a personal computer for the enthusiast market should look and act like....

Tags: Hewlett-Packard Co., Mark W. Kaelin, Games, Productivity, Desktops, Personal Technology, Hardware

Download resources 2008-02-20

How do I... Receive podcasts from RSS feeds using Outlook 2007?

For IT professionals, acquiring new technical information is the life blood that keeps them ahead of the next crisis. One of the more efficient ways of receiving that new information is through podcasts delivered via RSS feed directly to your Outlook 2007 inbox. TechRepublic Senior Editor Mark Kaelin walks you...

Tags: RSS Feed, TechRepublic Inc., Mark W. Kaelin, RSS, Podcasts, Microsoft Outlook, Internet, Microsoft Office, Office Suites, Software

Download resources 2008-02-11

How do I... Remote desktop to a Windows XP PC from Windows Vista

Microsoft Windows Vista adds several layers of system security above and beyond what was used in Windows XP. In general, that is a good thing. However, those added layers of security sometimes interfere with an end user's experience. Completing a remote desktop connection to a PC running Windows XP from...

Tags: Desktop, PC, Remote Desktop, Microsoft Windows Vista, Mark W. Kaelin, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Microsoft Windows XP, Operating Systems, Software

Download resources 2008-01-08

How do I... Set the default envelope options in Word 2007?

With the introduction of the ribbon interface of Microsoft Office 2007, some long-time users of the office suite have had trouble figuring out how to accomplish some of the most simple of tasks. One TechRepublic member was confused about how to set a default envelope for a document in Word...

Tags: TechRepublic Inc., Microsoft Word 2007, Mark W. Kaelin, Microsoft Word, Word Processors, Microsoft Office, Office Suites, Software

Download resources 2007-10-24

How do I... Configure and use shadow copy in Microsoft Windows Vista?

When it comes to saved files on a hard drive, users have been known to delete, modify, and otherwise render useless important documents and then want them restored to their previous condition. The shadow copy feature in Microsoft Windows Vista goes a long way toward making that restoration just a...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Corp., Mark W. Kaelin, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Mice, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware, Peripherals

Download resources 2007-10-04

How do I... Add and customize sidebar gadgets in Microsoft Windows Vista?

Microsoft added sidebar gadgets to the Windows Vista interface with the intention it would enhance the overall user experience. However, the gadgets that actually ship with Vista do not exactly fill that promise. But once again the user and developer communities have come through with a plethora of gadgets that...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Corp., Gadget, Mark W. Kaelin, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Software

Download resources 2007-09-19

How do I... Create and use a Microsoft CardSpace personal digital identification card?

Digital identification and, more importantly, the ability to exchange certified digital information, is the mantra of many network security strategies. With the proliferation of open communications networks, access to systems and data boils down to they system's ability to recognize who is connected to the network. Denying access altogether is...

Tags: Card, Network, Microsoft Windows CardSpace, Microsoft Corp., Mark W. Kaelin, Networking, Strategy, Security, Management

Download resources 2007-09-14

How do I... Add image thumbnails to Microsoft Windows Explorer?

When you are dealing with a folder in Microsoft Windows containing numerous images, it is often very helpful to see thumbnail representations of those images in the Windows Explorer display. This built-in functionality is available in both Windows XP and Windows Vista, but how you turn the feature off and...

Tags: TechRepublic Inc., Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows Explorer, Mark W. Kaelin, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Software

Download resources 2007-08-22