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How can I tell how much space my Recycle Bin consumes?

Q: How can I tell how much space I’ll free up by emptying my Recycle Bin? A: When your computer runs low on storage space, most people tell you to empty your Recycle Bin. Like taking out the trash, it permanently deletes your recently deleted files, freeing up storage space. To empty your Recycle Bin, […]

Adjusting your keyboard’s repeat rate

Why does a held-down key or cursor whiz across the screen? And other times it simply crawls? Here’s how to adjust the speed, known as “repeat rate,” to your liking.

Seeing Bcc recipients on e-mails you’ve sent

When you’ve added a group of people to your email’s Bcc line, how can you remember all the recipients? Here’s how…

How do I search my files by date in Windows 7?

In Windows 7, how do you find that file you created last week? Or last year, for that matter? The secret lies in Date Search, explained here.

How do I close all currently running programs?

Q: I was reading a manual on a printer I received recently. One of the installation steps was “Close all currently running programs.” I’m not sure how to do this. What do I do? Help! A: Whether you’re reading steps from a printer’s manual or installing a new program, you’ll almost certainly spot this phrase: […]