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Windows Media Player Basics in Windows Vista
May 9, 2008
Brian Knittel and Robert Cowart explain how to get the most out of Windows Media Player in Vista.
Programming the Windows Script Host
Feb 8, 2008
Paul McFedries introduces you to the Windows Script Host, shows you how to execute scripts, and runs through the various elements in the Windows Script Host object model.
Windows Batch Files for Fun and Profit
Feb 1, 2008
Brian Knittel discusses useful batch file commands and categories.
Windows XP Under the Hood: An Introduction to VBScript
Feb 1, 2008
Brian Knittel introduces VBScript and its most important features.
Networking Your Vista PC with XP and Mac Machines
Jan 25, 2008
Andy Walker helps make Vista home networking less painful.
How to Network Vista and XP Computers Together
Jan 25, 2008
Jason Kerluck provides a step-by-step guide to connecting your Vista machine to your XP computer.
Setting Up Windows Vista and XP Networks for Multiple Users
Jan 11, 2008
Michael Miller explains the hows and whys of configuring Windows Vista and XP for multiple users.
Life After Vista: Going Back to XP
Jan 4, 2008
Peter Ehm shares a few simple steps to bring back the glory of XP.
Advanced Windows Debugging: Memory Corruption Part II—Heaps
Nov 9, 2007
This chapter discuss security vulnerabilities and stability issues that can surface in an application when the heap is used in a nonconventional fashion.
Virtual Lock Picking of Windows Mobile Password Managers
Nov 2, 2007
Seth Fogie illustrates just how easy it can be for an attacker to "pick open" the security measures used to protect your sensitive data.
Introduction to Windows Presentation Foundation
Oct 19, 2007
This chapter lays out some of the basic principles of WPF and walk through a quick overview of the entire WPF platform.
The Secret Life of GetWindowText
Oct 5, 2007
Raymond Chen describes the the history of this oft-maligned function.
Optimizing a Sluggish Windows Vista System
Sep 28, 2007
Andy Walker provides tips and tweaks to help your improve the performance of your Windows Vista machine.
Adding Devices to the Windows Home Server Network
Sep 21, 2007
Paul McFedries gives you the details on connecting devices to your Windows Home Server network.
IT Management Using C# with WMI
Sep 21, 2007
If you find the acronym-rich area of management one big yawn, you'll be pleased to see how easy it is to get started with WMI.
Managing Files and Folders in Windows Vista
Aug 31, 2007
Learn how Vista handles basic file management.
Working with Files in Microsoft Windows Vista
Jul 6, 2007
Your First WMI/ADSI Script
Jun 1, 2007
Learn the complete design process for a new script using both WMI and ADSI.
Managing Windows Vista Files
May 18, 2007
Have you ever lost your keys? Forgotten where you placed that file you need for a meeting? Learn how Microsoft Windows Vista can aid you in managing and organizing the numerous files on your computer.
Putting It All Together: Your First WMI/ADSI Script
May 14, 2007

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