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How to Clear Browser Cache
Many web errors can be resolved simply by clearing your browser’s cache. Below, we have included the steps on how to do this for the most popular browsers used on campus: Internet Explorer, Chrome, Firefox, and Safari. Keyboard shortcut for Windows: CTRL+SHIFT+DEL INTERNET EXPLORER 1. Click TOOLS in the upper right corner of the browser […]
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Map a Network Drive
You may want to create a shortcut to any folders you frequently access. In Windows 7, you can do this by mapping the network drive. Here’s how: Click Start Click Computer Click Map Network Drive Select any drive letter that is not already in use. Type the folder path in the Folder field. If you […]
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Office 365 Tip – How to Create a Contact List
Do you find yourself frequently sending multiple emails to the same group of people? If so, this tip is for you! Save time by creating a contact list, also known as a distribution list. Once the contact list is created, you only have to enter the name of the contact list in the “To” field […]
Office 365 Tip – How to Open a Group Mailbox
If you’re like me, you have access to mailboxes other than your own, but how do you access them in Office 365? Here are two easy ways: If you are already logged into your own account online, simply click your picture in the upper right corner, then select “Open another mailbox…” Type in the name […]
How to Create a Secure and Memorable Password
$ecure&M3m0raB!3_P^$$W0RD$ It’s that time that we all dread — time to change your password. Just like that, an otherwise perfectly good day becomes sour. Sure we all understand the need for a password, but most of us would never change our password if it wasn’t required. That’s because creating a new password and remembering […]
Simple Password Reset for your Cmail and Google Apps Accounts
Are you having trouble accessing your Google Apps or Cmail account? Did you know you can reset your password to be the same as your MyCharleston password? Just follow these simple steps: Log into your MyCharleston account Go to the My Accounts tab Look for the link to Sync Your Google Apps Account Password Click […]
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Helpful tips on how to create a screen shot
Helpful tips on how to create a screen shot Often times when you run into a computer problem it is easier to send a picture of the issue than it is to try and explain it over email or the phone. Below are some simple instructions on how to do this on Windows, Mac, […]
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Outlook 2007 Mailbox Help
Outlook 2007 How to make a new folder for your Outlook Inbox (If you have more than one Mailbox, make sure you select the mailbox where you want that folder located.) · Select the desired Inbox · Click on the down arrow by the word “new” and then folder · Type in […]
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Power Saving Tips
Power Saving Tips Save power & money: check the sleep setting on your computer. Even LCD monitors use power and when they are sitting idle they can be set to power down automatically. Here’s how you do it: On Windows XP computers: Right click anywhere on your wallpaper and choose “properties” from the pop-up menu […]
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