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Some might say Windows 7 has brought new life to the Microsoft operating system. We are regularly bringing you free Windows 7 training videos and articles, from IT pro interests like MCTS exams and network configuration, to the basics of hot keys and home networking.

Two Windows Phone 7 Handsets Offer a Competitive Edge

By Mike Lata May 19, 2012 Post a comment

This article talks about the hardware side of Windows Phone 7, and two smartphones that represent the “cream of the crop” of the platform. These two smartphones include the Lumia 900 and the HTC Titan II.

What the Windows Phone OS Offers Mobile Users

By Mike Lata May 12, 2012 Post a comment

What separates Windows Phone 7 OS from competing mobile operating systems? What sort of features and software does Microsoft offer end users? These questions are answered here as we focus on the software side of Microsoft’s mobile strategy.

Getting Familiar with iSCSI Part 2: Configuring the Microsoft iSCSI Initiator

By Tony Bieda March 21, 2012 Post a comment

In Part 2 of Getting Familiar with iSCSI, Tony gives a step by step tutorial on how to configure iSCSI initiator. Once the iSCSI target has been installed according to Part 1, you can configure the client on a separate machine and test snapshots.

Getting Familiar with iSCSI Part 1: How to Install the iSCSI Target

By Tony Bieda March 14, 2012 Post a comment

Explore your storage options by learning how to use iSCSI to transmit data independent of physical location. This first of a two-part series will go step by step on how to install the free Microsoft iSCSI target using Windows Server 2008 R2.

Top 7 Things to Hate About Windows 7

By Brian Nelson February 29, 2012 2 comments

Windows 7 has been on the market for quite some time now. While Windows 7 is considered by many to be a huge improvement from the loathed Vista, here are some long dues criticisms of the Microsoft operating system.

Protect Your USB Drives with BitLocker To Go

Protect Your USB Drives with BitLocker To Go

By Mike Danseglio February 23, 2012 15:16 Post a comment

Why should you protect the data stored on your USB drives? How can you quickly and easily implement strong data protection on your USB devices? These are the questions we’ll cover in this video and how-to tutorial from security expert Mike Danseglio.

Free Book Chapter: Priceless Computer Tips at Your Fingertips

By Kasia Lorenc January 17, 2012 3 comments

Want to work smarter (not harder) and get more done? Check out this free book chapter from Priceless Computer Tips at Your Fingertips and enter to win a signed copy of the book today!

Book Giveaway: Priceless Computer Tips at Your Fingertips

By Kasia Lorenc December 29, 2011 11 comments

Are you addicted to computer shortcuts, tips and tricks? Then Priceless Computer Tips at Your Fingertips is a book for you. It will help you work smarter and get more done. See how you can win a copy signed by the author!

TrainSignal’s 2011 Fall Book Giveaway

By Chris Magiet October 13, 2011 251 comments

We’re giving away prizes of autographed IT books! Enter to win everyday through October 21 to win great Windows 7, PowerShell, and Server 2008 titles signed by the authors. Post a comment here about your favorite tech innovation of 2011 and you could be a winner.

Windows Thin PC: What is WinTPC and How Does it Work

By Brian Nelson July 12, 2011 Post a comment

Microsoft’s Windows Thin PC (WinTPC) is a locked down version of Windows 7 that allows companies to take existing computers within the organization and turn them into thin clients. Learn more about WinTPC and how it works.

From XP to Windows 7 Training: The Taskbar

From XP to Windows 7 Training: The Taskbar

By Eric Munn May 19, 2011 2 comments

Learn how to customize your Windows 7 taskbar by pinning and unpinning documents and programs, selecting different shutdown options, and changing your default programs for certain file types.

From XP to Windows 7 Training: The Control Panel

From XP to Windows 7 Training: The Control Panel

By Eric Munn May 19, 2011 One comment

See how the control panel in Windows 7 is different from the control panel in Windows XP. In this video you’ll learn how to access your Windows 7 control panel and how to change its view.

From XP to Windows 7 Training: Mapping Network Drives

From XP to Windows 7 Training: Mapping Network Drives

By Eric Munn April 28, 2011 Post a comment

Mapping a network drive allows you to access and share files and folders with other computers that are in your network, at home or at work. In this video you’ll learn step-by-step how to map a new network drive on your Windows 7 PC.

From XP to Windows 7 Training: Libraries

From XP to Windows 7 Training: Libraries

By Eric Munn April 28, 2011 Post a comment

Libraries are a new feature in Windows 7 that allows you to find and organize your files much easier. In this video you’ll learn how Windows 7 Libraries work and how you can take advantage of this new feature in Windows 7.

Interview with Setup and Deployment MVP Rhonda Layfield at Connections 2011

Interview with Setup and Deployment MVP Rhonda Layfield at Connections 2011

By Kasia Lorenc April 19, 2011 6:51 Post a comment

Rhonda Layfield is known around the world for her expertise in Windows deployment. At this year’s Connections conference, Rhonda presented on a number of deployment related topics and in this interview shares her latest deployment news.

Using Application Compatibility Toolkit (ACT) to Help with Windows 7 Deployment

By Mike Rodriguez April 13, 2011 Post a comment

Microsoft’s Application Compatibility Toolkit (ACT) allows you to easily verify compatibility between applications, devices and system hardware and new versions of Widows OS. ACT is a valuable tool and can be extremely helpful during your Windows 7 deployment.

Swapping Heads with Windows Live Photo Gallery 2011

By Bill Kulterman March 30, 2011 3 comments

Windows Live Photo Gallery is a free tool available through Windows Live Essentials 2011 that allows you to edit photos and swap heads with a feature called Photo Fuse. This article shows you step-by-step how to download and install Windows Live Photo Gallery and user Photo Fuse with your own photos.

From XP to Windows 7 Training: Hot Keys

From XP to Windows 7 Training: Hot Keys

By Eric Munn March 17, 2011 Post a comment

See how you can improve your day to day productivity when working on your Windows 7 PC with some easy to remember hot keys. Microsoft introduced a number of new hot keys in Windows 7 and in this video I’ll show you how to use a few useful ones to help you get more done.

From XP to Windows 7 Training: Connecting to Wireless Networks

From XP to Windows 7 Training: Connecting to Wireless Networks

By Eric Munn March 17, 2011 Post a comment

Learn how to setup a wireless connection on your Windows 7 PC by first enabling Wi-Fi on your computer, finding the wireless network you want to connect to and setting up automatic connection so your computer will connect automatically the next time it detects the same wireless network.

How to Install and Use Windows XP Mode on Windows 7

How to Install and Use Windows XP Mode on Windows 7

By Kasia Lorenc March 3, 2011 One comment

Windows XP Mode on Windows 7 allows you to run many older Windows XP programs that are not natively compatible with Windows 7. In this video, Setup and Deployment MVP Rhonda Layfield shows you how to install, setup and use Windows XP More on Windows 7.

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