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Windows 2000 Misc.
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Miscellaneous tips that you can use when running Windows 2000.

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#1: Speed up the Boot Menu
If Windows 2000 Professional or Server takes too long to startup, here's a way to speed it up by configuring the boot menu.
 
#2: Desktop and Explorer Disappearing?
How to get back your Windows 2000 Desktop and Explorer in case of a Windows 2000 program crash.
 
#3: Change Process Priority
Tune your Windows 2000 machine. Speed up or slow down certain applications or processes as needed.
 
#4: Allow Hibernation
Enable hibernation mode in Windows 2000 to save power when not using your computer.
 
#5: Change Your Password
A keyboard shortcut to change your Windows 2000 password.
 
#6: Protect Your Computer While You're Gone
Lock your Windows 2000 machine while you step away from your office.
 
#7: Program Manager is Still Around
How to access the old Windows 3.x Program Manager from Windows 2000.
 
#8: Common Editing Shortcuts
Cut, copy, and paste text with ease in many Windows 2000 software packages.
 
#9: My Documents Folder Missing from Desktop
Make the "My Documents" folder reappear on your Windows 2000 Desktop.
 
#10: Delete the List of Recently Accessed Documents
Cover your tracks by removing the list of recently accessed files in Windows 2000.
 
#11: Stop Accidentally Printing Documents in Color
Stop printing color documents in Windows 2000 when you don't mean to.
 
#12: Test Your Printer
Ensure your printer is correctly connected to your Windows 2000 computer.
 
#13: Disable the Recycle Bin
Stop using Windows 2000's Recycle Bin when deleting software or files.
 


 
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