Here are handy tutorials from Computer Cops, BleepingComputer and other sites which will help you learn how to do many of the functions for all Windows platforms. We may ask you, for example, to Show Hidden Files or to do something in Safemode? Here are clear instructions for you.

1. How to start Windows in Safe Mode: All Platforms

2. How to Show Hidden Files in Windows: All Platforms

3. Removing Programs from the Add/Remove Programs List

4. Managing your Internet Explorer Temporary Internet Files or
Safely Delete the Temporary Internet Files or use CrapCleaner: http://www.ccleaner.com/

5. How to Format a Floppy in Windows

6. Deleting Temp Files 101 or use CrapCleaner: http://www.ccleaner.com/

7. Disabling System Restore in WinME/XP

8. Safe Internet Explorer Settings

9. Make sure you have ALL the Windows Critical Security Updates. Go to the Microsoft Windows Update, scan and apply all patches recommended for your system and IE. This is essential to fixing and preventing security problems on your machines.

10. Free online antivirus scanners:

Panda Active Scan

RAV Antivirus Online Scan

eTrust AV web scanner (Computer Associates)

HouseCall Free Online Virus Scanner

Note: Be sure to disable any resident AV scanners before using these as it can cause conflicts and errors.

11. Using System File Checker:

For Windows XP

For Windows 98, 98se and ME

System File Checker watches over critical system files; if any are moved, overwritten or deleted, lets you restore them from the CD. Start->Programs->Accessories->System Tools->System Information->Tools menu or WINDOWS\SYSTEM\SFC.EXE

12. Backing Up Your System Registry

Windows 95/98/se/ME

Windows NT 4.0

Windows 2000

Windows XP