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Did you know archives
A look back on yesterday's Did You Knows... Q: Need directions? ............originally from June 2005
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Google now offers a mapping service!
Check it out, its amazing! Q: Looking for that Email, .jpg, or Word Document? Where is it? The C drive? My Documents? ............originally from May 2005
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Don't hassle, Search!
A new wave of Desktop Search programs* may make your life a little easier! These programs index the files on your computer to help you find what you need! * Please Note: CSInet does not provide support for any of the above listed programs. Questions regarding this applications will need to be directed to the responsible companies. Q: Collecting Lots of Music? ............originally from April 2005
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There are several programs out there that may help you organize your collection! Many programs offer you the ability to edit the track titles and artists, create your own playlists, and burn CDs. Turn your computer into your very own JukeBox!
You may wish to investigate the following programs*: Each of these has features that may make your multimedia experience better! * Please Note: CSInet does not provide support for any of the above listed programs. Questions regarding this applications will need to be directed to the responsible companies. Q: Are you filling out long forms online? ............originally from March 2005
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Make it easier! Pressing Tab will progress most forms, and pressing Shift+Tab will step backwards!
Q: Did you know not all the email you get in your inbox is legitimate? ............originally from February 2005
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Phishing is another one of the dangers of the Internet! Sometimes legitimate looking email and webpages can be used for dastardly deeds! Quiz your email-scam wit here at MailFrontier! Learn more about phishing here, and signup for a newsletter here. Q: Did you know that there are laws written specifically for music and movie downloaders? ............originally from January 2005
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The DMCA (Digital Millenium Copyright Act) of 1998 defines many of the Dos and Don'ts of the file sharing world. Read about it here!
Q: Are you squinting to view everything on your webpages? Are you scrolling left and right--up and down--because there's more on your favorite web pages than you can see? ............originally from December 2004
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Internet Explorer offers a full screen viewing mode! Just hit the F11 key on your keyboard!
Q: Stuck Email? ............originally from November 2004
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Having trouble receiving your email because it's stuck download message 3 of 139? That 3rd email could have a large attachment. You can see what the email is before downloading it by using our Web Based email solution.
Click on the Check Email button at the top. Log in using your 'username' and 'password'. You can remove those large emails that are blocking the rest from coming through. Q: Do you know if your is PC protected? ............originally from October 2004
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Even though you may have an antivirus program installed, is it current? If not, it won't protect your PC from the latest viruses. CompuTech can install the latest, greatest antivirus protection to keep your computer safe!
Q: Trying to figure out who that phone number is? ............originally from September 2004
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Google it!, and you might just find your answer.
Q: Leaving the CSInet coverage area, but still want to keep your email address? ............originally from July 2004
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CSInet offers personal email services, too!
Q: Isn't there an easier way to navigate to a new webpage? ............originally from June 2004
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Never leave the keyboard--hitting F6 will jump your cursor right into the address bar!
Q: Is your copy of Windows Lacking Something? ............originally from May 2004
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Try Microsoft's PowerToys!*
These tools released directly by Microsoft provide additional enhancements to your Windows Experience! * Please Note: CSInet does not provide support for PowerToys, and neither does Microsoft. Please use these applications with appropriate caution. Q: Doing a Little Research? ............originally from April 2004
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There are several free online Encyclopedias!
Try them out! You might be able to find the information for which you're looking.
Q: Isn't there an easier way to Refresh this webpage? ............originally from March 2004
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Scrolling and clicking, scrolling and clicking, scrolling and clicking... How tiring! Learn the keyboard shortcut... F5!
Q: Worried about your privacy? ............originally from February 2004
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In Internet Explorer click View --> Privacy Report to learn about the files being used by the webpage you're currently visiting!
Q: Taking a road trip? ............originally from January 2004
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Take your Internet with you! CSInet has Dial-Up Access Numbers Nationwide--Call us today for more details.
Q: Did you know you can go back to sites that you liked without typing out the address everytime? ............originally from December 2003
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When you're at a particular website that you like and may frequent again, go up to your Favorites list and select 'Add to Favorites'.
Q: Did you know you can save images you find on websites to your computer? ............originally from November 2003
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Right-click on the image you want to save and select 'Save Image As' from the list that comes up.
Q: Have you been receiving questionable emails about installing Microsoft patch updates or changing your account information on eBay? ............originally from October 2003
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Delete these at once! These are not legit emails. Microsoft and eBay would not send emails such as these that require action. These are ways to acquire a virus or allow people access to your personal information.
Q: Is your PC up to date with the latest Internet Security & Service Packs updates? ............originally from September 2003
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To stay up to date, in Internet Explorer click on the Tools menu then click Windows Update. Click 'Yes' on the pop-up box that appears. Click on 'Scan for updates'. Click on 'Review and install updates'. Follow the prompts and download all of the 'Critical Updates' to update your PC.
Q: Are you being watched online? Is your computer protected from 'Spyware'? ............originally from August 2003
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Also called adware, spyware is any software that covertly gathers user information through the user's Internet connection without his or her knowledge, usually for advertising purposes. See www.webopedia.comFor more info click here. For free software to scan and protect your PC click here. *Note: CSInet does not support the download and/or usage of 3rd party software. Q: Can't 'back' out of a website? ............originally from July 2003
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Click the down-arrow on the back button. That will let you select from a list of sites and pages your were at before the current one.
Q: Did you know you can block unwanted email in Outlook Express? ............originally from June 2003
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In Outlook Express, click on Tools/Message Rules then click on Mail. Place a check in the 3rd line 'Block by specific words' then place a check in 'Delete' in the next section. Then click on 'contains specific words' in the 3rd section. Add in what you would like to block there.
Q: Are you having trouble finding what you are looking for in the search engines online? ............originally from May 2003
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When using any search engine, put "quotes" around what you are searching for. This will help you find specifically what you are looking for.
Q: You can set pictures you see on websites as your wallpaper? ............originally from April 2003
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Right click on the image you want to set as your wallpaper and then select: 'Set as Background'
Q: You can open a web page in a new window? ............originally from March 2003
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Press and hold down the SHIFT key while you click a link. The page will open in a new Internet Explorer window.
Q: You can save sound files and MP3s? ............originally from February 2003
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Right-click on the link to the sound file then goto 'Save Target As'.
Q: Did you know you can scan your PC for viruses online for FREE? ............originally from January 2003
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Check out Trend Micro's Free Online Virus Scan here.
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