Safely auto-logon to your computer
1. Start… Run … “control userpasswords2” (without the quotes)
It’s smart to start up your computer and walk away until it’s ready.
But then you have to type your name and password and walk away again.
Then put your email program and your browser in your startup group and everything will be ready for you!
General tips for Blackberry data problems
Is your Blackberry not getting email? See this list of the most common problems that get in the way of your Blackberry talking to your BES server.
(Tech Tip: Outlook) Managing your Mailbox Size
A large Mailbox is both slow and costly. Often the culprit is just a few messages with very large attachments.
Archiving is the process of moving mail items from the Exchange server mailbox into a local file format (Personal Storage file or .PST). Exchange mailboxes are not meant for long-term storage. Using AutoArchive, Outlook will automatically (preserving your folder structure) move your older mail messages into an archive.
Scheduling a resource
A "resource calendar" is a calendar attached to a special mailbox that represents a shared resource (e.g. a conference room). To book the room you invite attendees but also "invite" the conference room.
If your administrator has created a "resource calendar" then here's how to book it.
Sorting and Grouping your Inbox
Sorting
Click on 'Received' to sort your inbox by date (that's what that little triangle means)
- click again to alternate between ascending and descending order
- type the first few letters to jump to that entry
Setting your default printer
Sometimes Windows forgets which printer is your default. Here's how to set it.
1. Click on Start... Printers and Faxes
2. Right-click on the printer you want and choose "Set as default printer"
3. That's it. You might have to close any open programs to have it reset what the default printer is.
Making folders, Copying / Moving files
Create folders and organize your files
(Note: you can do everything mentioned here inside File.. SaveAs or File Open dialog boxes too.)
How to control your keyboard language
If you switch between US, UK, Qwerty, Azerty or other keyboard you will need to use the language bar (standard feature of Windows).
How to Change Your Windows and Email Passwords
There are two passwords you should be aware of
1. Your Windows password controls your logon to your computer. This is the password you use to logon each morning. This is also the Remote Desktop password (if you are using this service).
Keyboard Shortcuts
Outlook
Ctrl-K : Verify and expand a partially typed name in the To, CC boxes.
F7 : Spell check your message
