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The 'rookie' tag on WindowsForum.com groups questions from users who are new to Windows or specific tasks. Topics include system backup on Windows 8.1, where a user compares Dell backup, File History, and third-party software, and maximizing Internet Explorer shortcuts on Windows 7. These threads focus on basic troubleshooting and guidance for less experienced users, covering fundamental Windows operations and built-in tools. The tag reflects common beginner challenges such as understanding backup options and configuring desktop shortcuts.
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    Windows 8 Backup-system backup question from a Win8.1 rookie

    I would like to do a complete system backup including the OS system since I have all my programs installed and working the way I like them. Looking around there is the Dell backup/restore, Win 8.1 in control panel under file history, and the provided software on my new Seagate external 3 TB-HD...
    • PA WOODCHUCK
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    • backup control panel data recovery dell software external drive file history programs rookie seagate windows 8.1
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 How to Maximize IE Shortcut on Desktop

    Probably simple but being a rookie; Bought a new computer with Win7 - on old XP computer, when I opened an IE shortcut to go to a specific website, the window opened maximized automatically. Now it opens in a small window. I can't figure out how to make it open maximized. I created a shortcut...
    • tlh
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    • desktop help internet explorer maximize new computer rookie shortcuts solitaire window size windows 7
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Desktop Customization
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