Here's a simple way to rename a file, instead of having to right mouse-click on it and choose "Rename," or double-click on the filename (taking care not to hit the icon, because if you do, you open the file!) Click on the file you wish to rename just once, and then press F2. You can then start re-typing the filename, or use the cursor keys to modify just a character or two.

This WILL work on the "My Computer" icon, but it will not work on the "Recycling Bin", the "MSN" icon, the "Network Neighborhood" icon, etc. These require either editing the Registry, or downloading TweakUI from the PowerToys at Microsoft's Web Site.

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