Exploring Windows: Spring cleaning for your PC, and your life

Windows Home | Security | Support Volume 104 May 26, 2009 Exploring Windows brings you tips, tricks, downloads, and updates to help you get the most out of Windows. Was this newsletter forwarded to you? Subscribe to Exploring Windows. Spring cleaning for your PC, and your life It's spring: Time to dust off those cobwebs, vacuum under your bed, and put away your winter clothes. These tips will help you get your PC and your life a little more organized and ready for the summer ahead. Isn't it time? Let's start cleaning! • Do a clean sweep of your computer • New ways to find and organize files in Windows Vista • 7 tips for organizing your e-mail • Spring cleaning (and some extra cash) with Windows Mobile Good to know Keep Windows Vista up to date Get the latest set of system updates to make your PC more secure and reliable. Download Windows Vista Service Pack 2. 50 ways to make your PC move faster Here are 50 tips, tweaks, and techniques to clean up your Windows Vista PC and make it run better. Put your photos in order Digital photos won't fade, but they can be hard to find on an unorganized PC. Get tips on how to classify your photos so they are easier to view later. 10 quick ways to clean up your computer's act Avoid the sluggish start-ups, untold pop-ups, and strange glitches that plague your PC's existence. Learn from people like you Windows Explorer: What's new in Windows 7? 4/26/2009, Andre Windows Explorer in Windows 7 features a more refreshing, cleaner design that focuses on simplicity. The cure for update overflow: Keep tabs with a What's New tab 4/17/2009, Jeffrey If you ever lose track of what's going on in your Windows Live network because you haven't logged in for awhile, here is a tip for you. Get pictures off the camera and into Windows Media Center 4/24/2009, Pete This is the time of year when I realize the Christmas pics and such are still on the card in our digital camera. Tips and tricks for tidying up Customize your computer's Start menu Learn how to get your Start menu in shape and make it easier to find your favorite programs and folders. Don't throw it away, give it away Is stuff you no longer use cluttering your closets? Then it's time to start reclaiming your space and, while you're at it, do the environment a favor. Organize your closet with your PC Have you ever hunted through your closet, only to find a piece of clothing that you'd forgotten about? Let technology rescue you from your clothing chaos. Related links • Keep your mobile device data clean and up to date • Clutter-busting secrets from the pros • Easily keep track of your top favorites: sites, RSS feeds, and more Spotlight on Windows 7 Remove clutter by pinning your favorite files to your Jump List, so you can access them in just two clicks. • Using Windows 7 Beta? Install the Release Candidate before July 1 Special offers • Limited time offer: 30% off KICKER ZK500 Digital Stereo System! • Save 30% off Microsoft Press books at Barnes & Noble Featured downloads • Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor • WUGNET shareware pick: PC Tune-Up • Handy to-do list template from Microsoft Office