Sunday, December 1, 2013

12 10 13 Things to know

Dear Classmates.

Tuesday December 10 at 7 pm at our Windows Class, after questions from our classmates, we will demo:

1. On the Desktop, View, Sort by, Refresh, New, and Personalize.

2. Dragging files and folders into a folder. Name all your files in one fell swoop.

3. Saving Photos and Documents to a CD, DVD. or Flash Drive.

4. Use both Internet Explorer and Chrome.

5. Please do not Defrag and Scan when it is not needed. It just wears out your computer.

6. How to use Programs and features to make it easier for you to find your programs.

7. Microsoft Word: Change your Font, Font Style, and Size.
Also an easy way to find out what a word means.

8. Using the Snipping Tool. Greatest thing since sliced bread.

9. Where to go to find out about your RAM, HARD DRIVE, PROCESSOR CHIP???

Kindest regards,

Joe Isaac
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Kentucky Wildcats Schedule - 2013-14
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From Mira Engle: web site for UK Fans.
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Golden Oldies:
From Wayne Bell & Gene Wheeler: Let me be your first Christmas wisher.
MERRY CHRISTMAS !  & All the Best in 2011
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Ashland College in Ohio always does a beautiful Christmas card and this year they have done another one. This should get you into the Christmas Spirit. Make sure you have your speakers on and enjoy. http://ecard.ashland.edu/index.php?ecardYear=2004adm
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From: Suzanne Hurley     MERRY CHRISTMAS:
 A Christmas Animation Move the Ornament from Less ------ to More and it will do the decorations. Also click on the icons to the Right of More for music, color and snow.
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Q. Joe I just received your email and it is in color. I would like to print it in black rather than using color ink. Is there a quick fix?          

A. Go to File, Print, Preferences, and select Print Color Images in Black and White.   
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Q: What is the difference between hibernate and sleep.

A: Sleep stores your computer's state in its memory. Starting up is fast, but if power is lost, the memory is wiped.

Hibernation stores everything on the hard drive and then shuts down the computer. But it isn't susceptible to a power failure.
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Q. Joe, I have forgotten how to determine what Version of Internet Explorer I have installed. Can you help?  

 A. Open Internet Explorer: at the top click on Help, then click on About Internet Explorer, and it will show you the version. This works for the version of any program you have.
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USB:    Universal Serial Bus
USB 3.0 is 4.8 Gbps (10 times faster.)
USB 2.0 is at 480 Mbps
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Q: When I drag and drop files, how do I know what is happening to them? Are they being moved, copied, or is Windows just creating a short cut?

A: 1.  " + " sign in a little white box, the file is being copied.
2. An arrow, Windows is creating a shortcut .
3. Nothing at all, the file is being moved.

MP3 files are compressed Audio Files.
MP4 files are compressed Video Files
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If you want a current list of Members Helping Members: http://www.ckcs.org/members/private/memhelpmem.html
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BUYING A NEW COMPUTER??
Then click on  WINDOWS 8.1 TIPS ..........you'll be glad you did. 
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Q. What type of anti-virus software do you recommend?

A. I highly recommend Microsoft Security Essentials it provides real-time protection for your home PC that guards against viruses, spyware, and other malicious software.
I’ve been using since its Debut in January 25, 2010. Several people in my computer class have nothing but nice things to say about it.

Window 8 comes with the anti-virus already installed, it is called Windows Defender, it is Microsoft Security Essentials kissing cousin.
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SEE RED BELOW:

Q. Sent: Thursday, November 14, 2013
To: 'Joe Isaac'  Subject: Spam

Joe, 
I seem to be getting an enormous amount of spam (unwanted advertising) in recent months.  Is there something I can do?

At the bottom of the email click on UNSUBSCRIBE.

In Windows Live Mail, your program may be similar.  Click File, Options, Safety Options, then click on the Tab, Phishing, and configure then tab Security and configure. If you make it too strict you will  not receive regular emails with attachments.

All the best and thanks for all the messages.
‘(I need all the help I can get out here in Montana.)

Thanks, I’m  using Outlook 2010, I’ll try it
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For your Grandkids:

JINGLE BELLS:

SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN:

SILENT NIGHT:
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Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2013
Subject: JOKES ARE ATTACHED

   Always makes me laugh!!  Thanks, Joe!! I'm missing Kentucky!!   Eliz.
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Judge sentences Anonymous hacker to 10 years in prison
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Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Use any of these suggestions at your own risk.10 8 13   Internet Explorer 10, Google Chrome & Windows 8.1*


There will be no more security updates or bug fixes from Microsoft. XP systems will be a prime target for those with bad intentions.
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Dear Classmates,

Jo Stratton will demo Carbonite
Carbonite backs up your irreplaceable files – like photos, documents & more – automatically, to the cloud. Your files are encrypted and backed up safely offsite.

2013-14 U K MEN’S BACKETBALL SCHEDULE AND ROSTER will be attached to my regular email. I print it out, and would not watch a game without it. For regular updates email Gene Wheeler: geno1@twc.com Gene did a lot of work compiling all this data.

Would someone like to give a 15 minute demo of buying and selling on eBay?  If so please email me. joeisaac@twc.com

At our meeting on Tuesday, October 8, 7pm, after class questions, We will Demo Internet Explorer 10 and Google Chrome & Windows 8.1.

We are going to demo Internet Options in Internet Explorer
including:
1. Text Size, Menu Bar, and Status Bar
2. Home Page.
3. Privacy including Pop-up Blocker
4. Content: Auto Complete
5. Advanced: Disable script debugging….

Will demo Google Chrome including:
1. Bookmarks
2. History
3. Settings
4. Advanced Settings.
5. Autofill
6. About Google Chrome

And for the Pièce de résistance
Google voice search: greatest thing I know, click on the microphone and just talk to it and it talks back and gives you the information and web site, or just gives you the information and web site
I switched from IE to Chrome so I could use this.
You don't have to know how to spell, just talk.
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What version of IE do you have?
In the upper right of Internet Explorer, you’ll see an icon that looks like a gear. Click on that, then click on About Internet Explorer.





In Chrome, click on the icon on the far right and select About Google Chrome.
 
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After intermission, we will demo
The main difference between new Microsoft operating system WINDOWS 8. and 8.1. You can buy a Windows 8.1 computer, October 18.

Happy Computing,

Joe Isaac    
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Cloud computing refers to any situation in which computing is done in a remote location, rather than on your desktop or portable device.
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Keyboard Shortcuts That Work in All Web Browsers
Ctrl+9 – Switch to the last tab.
Ctrl+Tab – Switch to the next tab 
Ctrl+Shift+T – Reopen the last closed tab.
Ctrl+T – Open a new tab.
Ctrl+N – Open a new browser window.
Alt+F4 – Close the current window. (Works in all applications.)
F5 – Reload.
Escape – Stop.
Alt+Home – Open homepage.
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Zooming
Ctrl and +, Ctrl + Spin mousewheel  – Zoom in.
Ctrl and -, Ctrl + Spin mousewheel  — Zoom out. 
F11 – Full-screen mode.

Scrolling
Page Down – Scroll down a frame.
Page Up – Scroll up a frame.
Home – Top of page.
End – Bottom of page.

History & Bookmarks
Ctrl + H – Open the browsing history.
Ctrl + D – Bookmark the current website.

Ctrl + P – Print the current page.
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From Myra Engle: This is pretty cool!
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From Raymond Cloyd: Miniature airport This is unbelievable !!!!
This must have required as much planning as the real thing.
Amazing! I love the take offs.
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Sent: Wednesday, September 11, 2013
Q. Attached is a snip.  I want to know if it is legitimate and if I should let it clean my PC. 


A. I never use these types of programs. I am afraid they will mess up my computer.
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Sent: Sunday, September 15, 2013
Hi, Joe,
I've been gradually 'acclimating' myself to Windows 8. Following my initial panic emails to you during the first week with my new laptop, I'm navigating the system reasonably well.

I look forward to reading your latest tips (am actually printing out the hard copies as I'm typing!). Sharing your knowledge is a gracious and valuable gift to those of us stumbling about the computer world! Thank you!

Response: For those with new Windows 8 computers please go to:

And click on WINDOWS 8 and 8.1 TIPS ..
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From WorldStart:  How does a surge protector work?
Answer:
http://imgsrv.worldstart.net/images/ct-images/2012/10/featureups.jpg
A surge is a term for when the voltage exceeds the standard 120V for longer than 2 nanoseconds. Common causes of surges are lightning strikes, cycling of high energy demand appliances/systems and power delivery system failures.

A surge protector has a circuit design which works normally at regular household voltages but once a surge happens will divert the extra power to the ground plug in the power outlet.
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Q. September 18, 2013
I have just moved to Ohio, Strongsville so Charlie and I can be closer to our family!! 
We were raised in Ohio, Akron, and then Cuyahoga Falls so in a sense we are coming home!
Getting acquainted and making new ones!! 

Can I still get your newsy letters?  I don’t want to miss them!!  Eliz.

A. Hate to see you leave.
You are more than welcome to receive my email.
Thanks for all you did for CKCS.
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From Kay Stivers:   Take a moment to relax. 
     Enjoy the beauty of the world in which we live.
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Q. In Windows 8, how do I find the pie chart that shows the area of the C drive that contains data and the area that is available?

A. Right click the lower left corner of the screen, left click File Explorer, Right click C: Drive, left click Properties
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In computing, a plug-in is a software component that adds a specific feature to an existing software application.
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My HP printer will not work with Windows 8, how do I get the Windows 8 print driver for my HP printer?

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Windows 8.1 ad
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Q. Sent: Tuesday, October 01, 2013
Subject: new computer guide

I always check with you before buying a new computer.  What are your latest guidelines?  Looking @ HP Laptop.@ SAMs.

A. You may want to wait until October 18 when you can buy
a Windows 8.1 computer.

If you buy one now it is Windows 8, and you will have to upgrade,
which is free, but I would wait.

I am waiting until then to buy a Windows 8.1 Desktop

SUGGESTIONS FOR YOUR NEW Windows 8.1 Computer.
           (They go on sale October 18, 2013)
Latest generation Intel core i3 and i5 Processor or AMD equivalent
Memory 6 to 8GB DDR3
Ports: USB3 or if not then USB2
Hard Drive 500GB or 1TB and/or 256GB Solid-State Hard Drive (SSD)
Built in Webcam if a Laptop.
LCD Monitor: 15.6" or more for a Laptop, for a Desktop 24".
DVD-RW Drive To burn CD's or DVD's.
Digital Media Reader: For your Digital Camera memory card.

Response: I can wait for the 8.1! Might as well have the latest version! This will definitely be an upgrade for me!  Thank you!
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If you need some good tips for Windows 8.1
and click on  WINDOWS 8 and 8.1 TIPS
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From Sally Bradford:
Absolutely amazing and worth watching.  Spectacular!
 How to Get to Mars. Very Cool http://www.youtube.com/embed/XRCIzZHpFtY?rel=0

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Tuesday, October 1, 2013

Internet Explorer 10, Google Chrome & Windows 8.1*



There will be no more security updates or bug fixes from Microsoft. XP systems will be a prime target for those with bad intentions.
----------------------------------------

Dear Classmates,

Jo Stratton will demo Carbonite
Carbonite backs up your irreplaceable files – like photos, documents & more – automatically, to the cloud. Your files are encrypted and backed up safely offsite.

2013-14 U K MEN’S BACKETBALL SCHEDULE AND ROSTER will be attached to my regular email. I print it out, and would not watch a game without it. For regular updates email Gene Wheeler: geno1@twc.com Gene did a lot of work compiling all this data.

Would someone like to give a 15 minute demo of buying and selling on eBay?  If so please email me. joeisaac@twc.com

At our meeting on Tuesday, October 8, 7pm, after class questions, We will Demo Internet Explorer 10 and Google Chrome & Windows 8.1.

We are going to demo Internet Options in Internet Explorer
including:
1. Text Size, Menu Bar, and Status Bar
2. Home Page.
3. Privacy including Pop-up Blocker
4. Content: Auto Complete
5. Advanced: Disable script debugging….

Will demo Google Chrome including:
1. Bookmarks
2. History
3. Settings
4. Advanced Settings.
5. Autofill
6. About Google Chrome

And for the Pièce de résistance
Google voice search: greatest thing I know, click on the microphone and just talk to it and it talks back and gives you the information and web site, or just gives you the information and web site


I switched from IE to Chrome so I could use this.
You don't have to know how to spell, just talk.
========================================

After intermission, we will demo
The main difference between new Microsoft operating system WINDOWS 8. and 8.1. You can buy a Windows 8.1 computer, October 18.

Happy Computing,

Joe Isaac    
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Cloud computing refers to any situation in which computing is done in a remote location, rather than on your desktop or portable device.
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Keyboard Shortcuts That Work in All Web Browsers
Ctrl+9 – Switch to the last tab.
Ctrl+Tab – Switch to the next tab 
Ctrl+Shift+T – Reopen the last closed tab.
Ctrl+T – Open a new tab.
Ctrl+N – Open a new browser window.
Alt+F4 – Close the current window. (Works in all applications.)
F5 – Reload.
Escape – Stop.
Alt+Home – Open homepage.
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Zooming
Ctrl and +, Ctrl + Spin mousewheel  – Zoom in.
Ctrl and -, Ctrl + Spin mousewheel  — Zoom out. 
F11 – Full-screen mode.

Scrolling
Page Down – Scroll down a frame.
Page Up – Scroll up a frame.
Home – Top of page.
End – Bottom of page.

History & Bookmarks
Ctrl + H – Open the browsing history.
Ctrl + D – Bookmark the current website.

Ctrl + P – Print the current page.
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From Myra Engle: This is pretty cool!
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From Raymond Cloyd: Miniature airport This is unbelievable !!!!
This must have required as much planning as the real thing.
Amazing! I love the take offs.
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Sent: Wednesday, September 11, 2013
Q. Attached is a snip.  I want to know if it is legitimate and if I should let it clean my PC. 


A. I never use these types of programs. I am afraid they will mess up my computer.
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Sent: Sunday, September 15, 2013
Hi, Joe,
I've been gradually 'acclimating' myself to Windows 8. Following my initial panic emails to you during the first week with my new laptop, I'm navigating the system reasonably well.

I look forward to reading your latest tips (am actually printing out the hard copies as I'm typing!). Sharing your knowledge is a gracious and valuable gift to those of us stumbling about the computer world! Thank you!

Response: For those with new Windows 8 computers please go to:

And click on WINDOWS 8 and 8.1 TIPS ..
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From WorldStart:  How does a surge protector work?

Answer: A surge is a term for when the voltage exceeds the standard 120V for longer than 2 nanoseconds. Common causes of surges are lightning strikes, cycling of high energy demand appliances/systems and power delivery system failures.

A surge protector has a circuit design which works normally at regular household voltages but once a surge happens will divert the extra power to the ground plug in the power outlet.
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Q. September 18, 2013
I have just moved to Ohio, Strongsville so Charlie and I can be closer to our family!! 
We were raised in Ohio, Akron, and then Cuyahoga Falls so in a sense we are coming home!
Getting acquainted and making new ones!! 

Can I still get your newsy letters?  I don’t want to miss them!!  Eliz.

A. Hate to see you leave.
You are more than welcome to receive my email.
Thanks for all you did for CKCS.
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From Kay Stivers:   Take a moment to relax. 
     Enjoy the beauty of the world in which we live.
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Q. In Windows 8, how do I find the pie chart that shows the area of the C drive that contains data and the area that is available?

A. Right click the lower left corner of the screen, left click File Explorer, Right click C: Drive, left click Properties
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In computing, a plug-in is a software component that adds a specific feature to an existing software application.
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My HP printer will not work with Windows 8, how do I get the Windows 8 print driver for my HP printer?

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Windows 8.1 ad
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Q. Sent: Tuesday, October 01, 2013
Subject: new computer guide

I always check with you before buying a new computer.  What are your latest guidelines?  Looking @ HP Laptop.@ SAMs.

A. You may want to wait until October 18 when you can buy
a Windows 8.1 computer.

If you buy one now it is Windows 8, and you will have to upgrade,
which is free, but I would wait.

I am waiting until then to buy a Windows 8.1 Desktop

SUGGESTIONS FOR YOUR NEW Windows 8.1 Computer.
           (They go on sale October 18, 2013)
Latest generation Intel core i3 and i5 Processor or AMD equivalent
Memory 6 to 8GB DDR3
Ports: USB3 or if not then USB2
Hard Drive 500GB or 1TB and/or 256GB Solid-State Hard Drive (SSD)
Built in Webcam if a Laptop.
LCD Monitor: 15.6" or more for a Laptop, for a Desktop 24".
DVD-RW Drive To burn CD's or DVD's.
Digital Media Reader: For your Digital Camera memory card.
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If you need some good tips for Windows 8.1
and click on  WINDOWS 8 and 8.1 TIPS

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Sunday, September 1, 2013

9 10 13 Control Panel, Fix It, Bing Desktop, Win 8.1.

Windows 8.1 digital download will be released October 17, Windows 8 users can get a free update from the Windows Store. Full retail launch October 18.

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WINDOWS XP DEADLINE APPROACHES

April 8, 2014 Microsoft will end support for Windows XP and Office 2003. No more security updates which will leave you vulnerable. It's time to make your move to Windows 8.1 on October 18.

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Dear Classmates,

Our Windows 7, 8.1, and Vista Workshop will meet Tuesday September 10 at 7 pm. After class questions we will demo the following 4 items.

1. Control Panel.

2 Views of the Windows 7 Control Panel, the Default view of this is by Category. (Shown Below)

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Up on the Right, click on the Down Arrow by Category and click on Small Icons and get the display below or click on Large Icons.

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2. Fix it.

The next time you have trouble you might want to try Fix it.

Download: http://support.microsoft.com/fixit/

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You click on the Icon you are having trouble with and it ask you;

"What are you trying to do?", and gives several options. Once you select an option it will give you several solutions to try.

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The best solutions have a Run Now in Green.

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3. This is the Bing Desktop.

(For Windows 7, 8, XP, and VISTA)

You can search the web with Bing. Under that, the first Icon is the Weather, then News, Trending Stories, Images, Videos, Facebook. Huge amount of information with the Bing Desktop

Download:

http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=35844

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To configure the Weather: click on the first icon, over to the right click on Options, under Add a location type in an area code like 40505, then click on the Magnifying glass, now click on the city to highlight it, then click on the + sign.

If you wish to remove a city, on the right, highlight it and click on the – Sign.

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5 Things you need to know about WINDOWS 8.1:

Bring a friend and share the knowledge.

Kindest regards,

Joe Isaac

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Q. Sent: Wednesday, July 10, 2013 5:28 PM

I really enjoyed your class last night. I still can’t figure out what I am doing about closing screens. Seems I do have the X on some things and not on others. Will try the things everyone suggested. Thanks

A. Glad you enjoyed the class.

If you are in the Desktop area you will have an X at the top right. If you are in the Tiles area you slide your cursor to the top of the page and the arrow will change to a hand, left click and drag it to the bottom and it will close.

Response: Tried it and it works!! Thank you so much.

Have a great day.

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From a Classmate:

I paid $549.99 for my computer at Office Depot on July 29.. When I checked ID online yesterday morning, it was advertised at $499.99. Upon my request, the $50 + tax was refunded to me last night. Are our classmates aware of this policy?

I did this at Staples on another item.

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Q. My speaker symbol is not there.

A. Go to Control Panel and click on Notification Area Icons

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Now click on the down arrow across from Volume, and select what is shown above.

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From Mike Seiler: While watching a recording on your Insight DVR you can advance ahead by exactly 5 minutes by pushing the up arrow key and back it up exactly 5 minutes by pushing the down arrow key.

Operating Systems:

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