http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone/ Keep current with all the columns and updates published on the Windows XP Expert Zone. en-us 1440 Fri, 12 Oct 2007 18:00:00 GMT Columnist Barb Bowman showcases devices from the large number of Microsoft Partners that are designed to work with Windows Vista. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/windowsvista/bowman_hardware.mspx Thu, 21 Dec 2006 10:00:00 GMT Columnist Stephanie Krieger has been working extensively with Windows Vista over the past year. In this article, she gives you the facts you need to reap the benefits of the new Windows Experience Index. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/windowsvista/krieger_wei.mspx Mon, 4 Dec 2006 10:00:00 GMT Columnist Derek Torres compares the improved features of Windows Vista to Windows XP so that you can make an informed decision about upgrading. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/windowsvista/torres_duel.mspx Mon, 4 Dec 2006 10:00:00 GMT Columnist Tom Bunzel explains how to enhance productivity by leveraging Windows Vista features in 2007 Office system programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/windowsvista/bunzel_together.mspx Thu, 28 Sep 2006 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Walter Glenn explains how to install and configure Windows Defender to protect your computer from spyware. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/security/expert/glenn_windefender.mspx Thu, 28 Sep 2006 08:00:00 GMT MVP Terri Stratton introduces some of the Microsoft PowerToys available for Tablet PC. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/games/learnmore/stratton_powertoys.mspx Wed, 13 Sep 2006 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Rob Tidrow discusses how to get started with Windows Live services, set up your own Windows Live Space, and participate in the Windows Live Beta experience. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/web/learnmore/tidrow_wls.mspx Tue, 05 Sep 2006 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Joli Ballew explains how to prepare for a clean installation of a new operating system by backing up your software, media, and personal data. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/windowsvista/ballew_upgrade.mspx Mon, 31 Jul 2006 08:00:00 GMT Columnist and MVP Charlie Russel discusses the new Network Diagnostics tool for Windows XP, which should help reduce frustrations caused by networking problems. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/expert/russel_diagnostics.mspx Thurs, 27 Apr 2006 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Charlie Russel shares his new solution to hardware and software compatibility issues in Windows XP Pro x64. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/64bit/russel_virtualmachine.mspx Mon, 11 Apr 2006 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Joli Ballew shares her excitement over her favorite new features in Windows Vista. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/windowsvista/ballew_5winvistatips.mspx Thurs, 30 March 2006 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Justin Harrison explains how to use Windows Media Player to transfer music and movies to portable devices. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/windowsmediaplayer/wmp10/harrison_wmp10.mspx Tues, 31 Jan 2006 08:00:00 GMT Barb Bowman has been beta testing Windows Vista and shares a preview of what's new and visually exciting in the upcoming operating system. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/web/expert/bowman_vistapreview.mspx Tues, 31 Jan 2006 08:00:00 GMT Barb Bowman visited CES 2006 in Las Vegas and highlights new product announcements and explains what was on display. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/web/expert/bowman_ces.mspx Mon, 09 Jan 2005 08:00:00 GMT Joel Durham Jr. is content as a writer, but he dreams of being a professional gamer. It's a possibility, and you might even be qualified! Here's a look at two options: the World Cyber Games and the Cyberathlete Professional League. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/games/expert/durham_progaming.mspx Mon, 19 Dec 2005 08:00:00 GMT Charlie Russel discusses how to protect files during system restore. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/helpandsupport/expert/russel_sysrestore.mspx Mon, 5 Dec 2005 08:00:00 GMT Galan Bridgman explains how to find and use an RSS reader to subscribe to and read RSS syndications. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/web/expert/bridgman_05november21.mspx Tues, 22 Nov 2005 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Barb Bowman explains how to enjoy digital and gaming entertainment throughout your home by setting up a wireless Media Center Extender network. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/mce/expert/bowman_extenders.mspx Mon, 07 Nov 2005 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Barb Bowman explains how she upgraded a AMD64 laptop to a dual boot system. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/64bit/bowman_05nov07.mspx Wed, 19 Oct 2005 08:00:00 GMT Software Test Engineer Nishant Murarka takes you one step closer to having an amazing home theater setup in your living room with your Media Center PC. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/mce/expert/connect_av.mspx Mon, 10 Oct 2005 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Mitch Tulloch identifies common Windows XP SP2–related application compatibility problems and identifies ways to resolve them. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/helpandsupport/compat/tulloch_compatxpsp2.mspx Mon, 03 Sept 2005 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Joli Ballew introduces you to MSN Groups and shows you how to create a group of your own. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/windowsmessenger/ballew_05september26.mspx Mon, 03 Sept 2005 08:00:00 GMT Charlie Russel explains how to troubleshoot problems on your Windows XP network. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/expert/russel_05sept19.mspx Mon, 03 Sept 2005 08:00:00 GMT Tony Northrup explains how a Tablet PC can make your vacation more fun and relaxing and provides tips for taking your Tablet PC on vacation. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/tabletpc/onthego/vacation_tabletpc.mspx Mon, 03 Sept 2005 08:00:00 GMT Barb Bowman introduces you to the latest version of wireless security—WPA2—and shows you how to implement it on your Windows XP SP2–based computers. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/security/expert/bowman_wirelesssecurity.mspx Mon, 03 Sept 2005 08:00:00 GMT MVP Terri Stratton builds her own Media Center PC. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/setup/learnmore/stratton_buildorbuy.mspx Mon, 03 Sept 2005 08:00:00 GMT Gaming writer Joel Durham, Jr. explains how mods add variety and extend the value of your games. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/games/expert/durham_mod.mspx Mon, 03 Sept 2005 08:00:00 GMT Justin Harrison explains what spyware is and how to get rid of it using the new anti-spyware beta software from Microsoft. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/security/expert/harrison_antispyware.mspx Mon, 03 Sept 2005 08:00:00 GMT Jeff Van West explains how to install the Experience Pack for Tablet PC and describes what each program does. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/tabletpc/expert/vanwest_toysandtools.mspx Mon, 03 Sept 2005 08:00:00 GMT Lead Software Developer Scott Sanders enjoys watching and recording movies. He explains how Media Center makes it easier to find, watch, and record more movies than he could possibly watch. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/mce/expert/sanders_find_record.mspx Mon, 03 Sept 2005 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Charlie Russel answers questions about Windows XP Professional x64 Edition that have appeared frequently in the new (and very active) Microsoft Windows 64-bit Newsgroup. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/64bit/russel_x64faq.mspx Thu, 14 Jul 2005 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Galan Bridgman loves how his Roku SoundBridge M1000 works with Windows Media Connect to play digital music over his home theater system. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/windowsmediaplayer/expert/bridgman_mediareceiver.mspx Mon, 11 Jul 2005 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Joli Ballew explains how to install MSN Messenger, set up a webcam and microphone, and have video conversations. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/windowsmessenger/ballew_video.mspx Wed, 29 Jun 2005 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Tony Northrup explains how to set up your own Web page at MSN Spaces and start a regular blog where you can share news, opinions, pictures, and lists of your favorite things. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/windowsmessenger/northrup_msnblogs.mspx Mon, 20 Jun 2005 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Mitch Tulloch explains how to use the tools in the Windows XP Help and Support Center and third-party programs to check your computer's system health. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/setup/learnmore/tulloch_pc_health.mspx Mon, 20 Jun 2005 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Charlie Russel explains how to use FAQs to find answers to frequently asked questions about Windows XP, Windows XP Tablet PC Edition, and Windows XP Media Center Edition. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/helpandsupport/expert/russel_ezhistory.mspx Mon, 13 Jun 2005 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Barb Bowman explains how to use Windows Connect Now to set up a secure wireless network without worrying about complicated network configuration issues. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/learnmore/bowman_05june13.mspx Mon, 13 Jun 2005 08:00:00 GMT Gaming writer Joel Durham, Jr. explains how to get your system to pump out perfect sound. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/games/learnmore/audio.mspx Tue, 7 Jun 2005 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Barb Bowman explains how to use the built-in photo-editing tools in Media Center to make your photos look great on a big screen. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/mce/learnmore/bowman_editing.mspx Tue, 7 Jun 2005 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Mitch Tulloch explains how to choose a disk partitioning scheme that helps you be better organized, more productive, and helps ensure the integrity of your data. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/setup/expert/tulloch_partition.mspx Mon, 23 May 2005 Gaming writer Joel Durham, Jr. explains how to configure game settings so they fit with your hardware configuration and provide the perfect level of detail for gaming. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/games/learnmore/optimize.mspx Mon, 23 May 2005 Columnist Tony Northrup explains how to use Streets and Trips 2005 with a Tablet PC to find your destination when you’re driving or walking. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/helpandsupport/getstarted/ballew_forums.mspx Mon, 16 May 2005 Columnist Joli Ballew explains how to successfully search for solutions and post questions in non-Microsoft discussion groups. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/tabletpc/learnmore/northrup_navigate.mspx Mon, 16 May 2005 Columnist Charlie Russel explains how to recognize malware running on your computer and recommends recovery procedures to help you get rid of it. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/security/expert/russel_infectedpc.mspx Wed, 11 May 2005 Columnist Jeff Van West explains how to use Table PC Input Panel to customize speech recognition profiles and user dictionaries. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/tabletpc/expert/vanwest_lexicon.mspx Mon, 25 April 2005 In this overview of Windows XP Professional x64 Edition, Columnist Charlie Russel explains what hardware and software it supports. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/64bit/russel_exploringx64.mspx Wed, 13 April 2005 Columnist Tony Northrup explains how to use Media Center and Portable Media Center to watch recorded shows when traveling. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/mce/expert/northrup_05february07.mspx Wed, 13 April 2005 Columnist Justin Harrison explains how to schedule TV program recordings for your Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 -based PC over the Web. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/mce/learnmore/harrison_remoterecord.mspx Wed, 13 April 2005 Columnist Jeff Van West suggests you look at performance and range of use requirements when deciding between a Tablet PC and a laptop. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/tabletpc/expert/vanwest_05feb11tabvlap.mspx Tue, 12 April 2005 Columnist Bob Thrasher shares some in-depth strategies for managing and enjoying your digital photos with Media Center. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/mce/learnmore/mcephotos.mspx Thu, 31 March 2005 Columnist Tim Muscott explains how to burn, archive, and share digital videos with friends and family using Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/mce/learnmore/muscott_share.mspx Mon, 21 March 2005 Joel Durham describes how to use the Program Compatibility Wizard, search for user-created fixes, find product updates and patches, and introduces a couple of tools that can help improve your gaming experience. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/games/expert/durham_og.mspx Tuesday, 08 March 2005 Columnist Galan Bridgman discusses the powerful features of the Library, an important Windows Media Player 10 feature that helps you keep track of all your media files. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/windowsmediaplayer/expert/bridgman_05Feb.mspx Tuesday, 08 March 2005 Columnist Joli Ballew explains how to use the new features in Photo Story 3 to create a heartwarming photo story that can be shown on a portable device. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/digitalphotography/learnmore/ballew_photostory3.mspx Tuesday, 08 March 2005 Tablet PC Community Writer Jeff Van West takes his Tablet PC on the road and explains how to back up data, use hot spots, and create a Windows Journal trip book. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/tabletpc/expert/vanwest_20dec04roadwar.mspx Tuesday, 08 March 2005 MVP Charlie Russel will discuss networking questions such as how to use the convenient Remote Desktop technology to access your Windows XP Professional-based computer on your home network. Live March 16th, on demand after that. http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?kbid=895128 Tuesday, 21 Feb. 2005 Columnist Charlie Russel tackles three common questions about home networking that frequently arise when he's helping Windows XP users in the online community with their home networks. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/expert/russel_05Feb.mspx Monday, 14 Feb. 2005 Columnist Barb Bowman explains how to secure a wireless network using the latest wireless security standards. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/learnmore/bowman_05february10.mspx Monday, 14 Feb. 2005 Columnist Joli Ballew offers a detailed description of how to find and install a fast Internet connection that fits your budget. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/expert/ballew_feb2005.mspx Tues, 23 Nov 2004 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Joel Durham ran a series of benchmarks comparing gaming performance on a system running Windows XP SP1 to one running Windows XP SP2. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/games/expert/durham_sp2perf.mspx Tues, 23 Nov 2004 08:00:00 GMT Tom Koch talks about e-mail file corruption, the causes, and how to avoid it. http://www.microsoft.com/windows/IE/community/columns/filecorruption.mspx Tues, 23 Nov 2004 08:00:00 GMT Sandi Hardmeier reviews some of the fun and useful features of browser add-ons for Internet Explorer. http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/community/columns/browseraddons.mspx Thu, 18 Nov 2004 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Barb Bowman explains how to enjoy digital entertainment throughout your home by setting up a wireless Media Center Extender network. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/mce/expert/bowman_extenders.mspx Tues, 23 Nov 2004 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Barb Bowman explains how to enjoy digital entertainment throughout your home by setting up a wireless Media Center Extender network. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/mce/expert/bowman_extenders.mspx Tues, 23 Nov 2004 08:00:00 GMT Windows XP Service Pack 2 includes a free upgrade for your Tablet PC. Columnist Jeff Van West walks you through using the input panel in this on-demand Expert Zone Webcast http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?kbid=888888 Thu, 4 Nov 2004 08:00:00 GMT Jake Ludington discusses how Windows XP users benefit from product reviews and ratings on the Windows Marketplace Web site. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/web/expert/ludington_marketplace.mspx Mon, 1 Nov 2004 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Sharon Crawford explains how to join the photo-sharing community by posting your pictures in a photoblog or gallery. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/digitalphotography/expert/crawford_04photoblog.mspx Thu, 21 Oct 2004 08:00:00 GMT Windows XP Service Pack 2 includes a free upgrade for your Tablet PC. Columnist Jeff Van West discusses how the new Input Panel improves the ink-to-text flow. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/tabletpc/expert/vanwest_newtip.mspx Thu, 21 Oct 2004 08:00:00 GMT Expert Zone Columnist Charlie Russel looks at common home networking problems and provides solutions. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/expert/russel_hni.mspx Tue, 12 Oct 2004 08:00:00 GMT Microsoft's Katrina Schwieterman covers how to get your Media Center ready for HDTV. She explains what hardware an older Media Center needs before you can install the new update to Windows Media Center Edition 2005 that supports HDTV. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/mce/expert/hdtv.mspx Tue, 12 Oct 2004 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Barb Bowman explains how to increase your TV entertainment options by setting up dual set-top boxes when using Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/mce/expert/bowman_dualtuners.mspx Tue, 5 Oct 2004 08:00:00 GMT MVP Tony Northrup tells how to use new features in SP2 for connecting to a wireless network at home or at a public hotspot. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/expert/netwimprovements.mspx Tue, 28 Sep 2004 08:00:00 GMT Joli Ballew resists the do-it-yourself urge and takes a challenging laptop to a tech center to get SP2. It's an option for you or your less-techie friends. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/helpandsupport/ballew_04sept20.mspx Tue, 28 Sep 2004 08:00:00 GMT MVP Charlie Russel has spent the past month answering newsgroup questions and presenting webcasts on SP2. He offers some tips for a trouble-free SP2 upgrade. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/security/expert/russel_installsp2.mspx Tue, 28 Sep 2004 08:00:00 GMT View a live webcast Wednesday by MVP Charlie Russel, and learn how to obtain and install Service Pack 2, and how to find help in the online community. http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?kbid=886358 Tue, 21 Sept 2004 08:00:00 GMT MVP Jerry Honeycutt encourages you to install Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) now to help protect your computer from spyware and other unwanted software. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/security/expert/honeycutt_spyware2.mspx Thu, 9 Sep 2004 08:00:00 GMT Expert Zone Columnist Joel Durham discusses how using SP2 and its new Windows Firewall, you can enjoy multiplayer gaming on the Web without compromising the security of your system. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/games/expert/durham_gamesp2.mspx Mon, 26 Jul 2004 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Tony Northrup explains how to configure Windows XP to use multiple monitors. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/setup/learnmore/northrup_multimon.mspx Mon, 12 Jul 2004 08:00:00 GMT Columnist Sharon Crawford covers everything from recipe sites to setting up a wireless network in your kitchen. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/web/learnmore/crawford_kitchenpc.mspx Wed, 30 Jun 2004 08:00:00 GMT Expert Zone Columnist Tony Northrup tells you how tech enthusiasts can get a jump start on this important new update for the operating system. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/security/expert/northrup_sp2.mspx Wed, 30 Jun 2004 08:00:00 GMT Microsoft Press author Jeff Van West covers the OneNote features he finds most useful when creating and organizing new ideas. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/tabletpc/getstarted/vanwest_brainstorming.mspx