Below you can find step-by-step instructions for performing various tasks
and functions with the Windows 2000 Operating System.
Autohide the Start Menu
Customize your menu.
Capture Screen Output to a Text File
Isn't it annoying when the text scrolls past the screen when you run
a command? Here is a handy way to capture that output to a text file for
viewing with a text editor such as Notepad.
Change Event Log Size
In order to keep events from dropping off the end of a log and being
lost forever, you may wish to increase the maximum log size from the defaults.
Change Your Password
An important security tip.
Change Your Pointer Scheme
Another fun way to personalize your desktop. Choose from several standard themes, or make up your own.
Change Your Screen Resolution
Find a resolution that takes full advantage of your monitor, and your
applications.
Change Your Screen Saver
Customize your screen, and save your monitor from burn-in.
Change Your Wallpaper
Customize your desktop, and add a little personality to your PC.
Create a New Briefcase
You deleted the New Briefcase icon didn't you? And now you
really want to use briefcase - never fear, instructions are here.
Create a Shortcut
Make menu items of your own.
Defragment Your Hard Drive
Improve your system's performance by keeping your files contiguous.
Encrypt a File
Encrypt a file in Win2000 so that only you can access it - great for
use with laptops or shared computers.
Map A Network Drive
Map a drive letter to a network resource.
Reset a User Password (in Active
Directory)
If you will be working at all with User Accounts, you will definitely
need to be familiar with this one!
Run a Program as Another User
Use someone else's permissions to run a program.
Show Favorites in the Start Menu
Customize your menu.
Smooth the Task Bar Autohide
Customize your menu.
