Category: Windows 7

Every time you format and reinstall your PC, you have to activate Windows again, which can sometimes be a pain once you’ve done it too many times. Here’s how to backup and then restore the activation status. Note: we aren’t going to cover how to reinstall Windows, since you should know how to do that already. This article just covers […]

If you’ve forgotten your Windows password and you don’t have an install CD laying around, there’s no need to worry. Not only are there half a dozen complicated ways to reset the password, you can do it easily with the Offline Windows Password editor. Of course, if you do have a Windows CD, you can reset your password the easy […]

If the thought of reinstalling Windows and all your favorite apps has kept you from upgrading to a Solid State Drive (SSD), we’re here to help. Read on as we show you how to migrate Windows 7 to a speedy new SSD without reinstalling everything. Why Migrate and What Do I Need? A casual Google search will reveal that geeks […]

This problem occurs if the current user’s profile was accidentally deleted from the system. Note: This section, method, or task contains steps that tell you how to modify the registry. However, serious problems might occur if you modify the registry incorrectly. Therefore, make sure that you follow these steps carefully. For added protection, back up the registry before you modify […]