We RescuTechs use keyboard shortcuts a lot!  They save time, and they help get your hand off your mouse for a bit--potentially reducing repetitive motion stress and injury.

Here is the list of our top ten keyboard shortcuts:

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Some exciting features in Microsoft's latest OS.

Microsoft says that Windows 7 was built around feedback from you, the Windows user.  Microsoft also says that you asked them to make everyday tasks faster and easier, to make your PC work the way you want it to, and make doing new things possible.

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Help, my computer is frozen! (not the cold kind)

A frozen computer, or program, is a very common problem.  You'll know it when your computer freezes completely--the screen looks normal, but nothing works.  Often, you won't be able to type, or click on anything.

Most of the time, system freezing isn't caused by a hardware problem, but something is definitely amiss with Windows--your Operating System.
 

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It's not a matter of if your hard drive fails, but when.

This is our review of Carbonite online backup service.

This easy-to-use service gets high marks on ease-of-use, security, tech support, and a great price.  If you are looking for a simple and affordable way to backup your data online, then Carbonite might just be the perfect choice. 

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