Windows SIG Purpose: Learning the ins and outs, and the tips and tricks of the Microsoft Windows operating system to enhance the use of your computer.

AGENDA
o How to speed up your computer.
o How to make Windows show filename extensions and other useful items.
o Is the automatic file and icon cleaner a good idea, and where do you start or stop it.

o Windows Q&A
If possible, please email questions before the meeting so we can schedule enough time for answers.

See the Windows SIG page for location, contacts, more.

AGENDA

o How to Revive your Computer after a Near Death Experience.
A feature built into Windows can be used to return your computer to an earlier state if you have a system failure or other major problem. This is called a Restore point.
We will look at:
How Restore Points work.
When and why you should use them.
When you should not use them.
A supplemental tool to use as well.

o Power Toys – Not just for kids.
Find out the reasons to use these Microsoft designed, but unsupported, items.

o Windows Q&A
If possible, please email questions before the meeting so we can schedule enough time for answers.

See the Windows SIG page for location, contacts, more.

AGENDA

o Controlling who uses your computer.
    Invited and uninvited guests.
    Passwords: At boot and before boot.
    Handling User accounts
o Keeping your computer safe when others do use it.
o Best way to log on and off.
o Special topic
o Windows Q&A

If possible, please email questions before the meeting so we can schedule enough time for answers.

See the Windows SIG page for location, contacts, more.

AGENDA

o Windows 7 Libraries
New feature with new possibilities

o Windows 7 Imaging, Backup and Partitioning
Versatile new options

o Upgrading to Windows 7
Is your current computer able to make the switch?
More information sites.

o The benefits of changing drive letters
Super neat trick.

o Windows Q&A
If possible, please email questions before the meeting so we can schedule enough time for answers.

See the Windows SIG page for location, contacts, more.

AGENDA
o Windows 7 Orientation
    Basic Navigation, The Desktop and Windows Explorer
    Helpful Tutorials
o Upgrading to Windows 7
    Is your current computer able to make the switch?
    Can I upgrade myself or do I need help?
    What will it cost?
o Windows Q&A
    If possible, please email questions before the meeting
    so we can schedule enough time for answers.

See the Windows SIG page for location, contacts, more.

AGENDA
o Display properties: Issues, Solutions and Tips
o Windows Q&A.
If possible, please email questions before the meeting so we can schedule enough time for answers.

We will be starting with Windows XP and expanding into Windows 7 over the next several meetings.

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AGENDA

A review of the essential components of the Windows XP including:

o What is Windows anyway, and why do I need it?
o Understanding the Desktop
o Terminology and definitions.
o Icons, Start Button, Quick Launch Bar, Task Bar, Systray and more.

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The topic is TBA

See the Windows SIG page for location, contacts, more.

The topic is TBA

See the Windows SIG page for location, contacts, more.

The topic is TBA

See the Windows SIG page for location, contacts, more.