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How to Run Windows XP Repair Install [Step-by-Step]

One of the features Windows XP introduced is the Repair Install option which in the event of a major PC crash allows you to keep your personal data while the core Windows files are replaced hopefully allowing the PC to get back up and running.

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Disable AutoRun on CD/DVD Drives in Windows for Better Security

Windows itself doesn't provide a simple way for you to enable or disable automatically running CD-ROMs. Here are 3 methods, including manual and automatic ways to disable autorun on Windows.

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Rundll32.exe – Location & How to Tell if it is a Virus

RunDLL32.exe is a part of Windows found in \Windows\System32 and used to run program code in a DLL file as if it was an actual program. Here's how to identify what DLL files are being loaded in rundll32.exe on Windows XP, Vista and 7.

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No Auto Play Dialog Box Pop Up: How to Fix it

The AutoPlay window will appear when you plug a removable device such as a USB flash drive into your computer. Sometimes this function might not show when you want it to because of a problem in Windows. Here are a list of possible fixes to repair and bring back the Autoplay.

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How to Enable AutoRun on USB in Windows: Step-by-Step

Although it can still be used for automatically launching programs when you insert a CD/DVD, the Autorun feature of Windows has all but been disabled for removable USB devices. If you still want Autorun to work on USB drives, have a look at these 2 tools.

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What is Recycler Folder in Windows? Is it Safe?

Among the many hidden files and folders in Windows, three that you might come across are $Recycle.bin, Recycler and System Volume information. Here we explain what they are and what you can do with them.

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5 Ways to Shutdown Remote PC on LAN

If you manage multiple computers and want to make sure that they are powered off at the end of the day, here are a couple of different methods to shutdown a remote computer without being in front of the machines, each with its own pros and cons.

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