Climb the steps all the way to Windows guru status with our invaluable selection of tips and shortcuts for XP and Vista.

Recover deleted or lost files

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Keep backups of previous file versions

Keep backups of previous file versions

Convert any file into practically any other

Create your own RAR archives

Convert your audio to a ringtone

Recover a lost Outlook password

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Recover lost & deleted files

Safely & securely wipe files from your PC

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