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I like to think of myself as a fairly knowledgeable Windows user, with all kinds of shortcuts and tweaks at my fingertips. So I wasn't expecting to be particularly enlightened by Rick Broida's "7 Quick Windows 7 Fixes." Wrong again. Turns out, Rick had me from tip #1, which shows how to open any app without having to touch the mouse. Take a look at these seven tips--I'm guessing even you Windows 7 ninjas out there will find something new to experiment with. --Editorial Director Steve Fox Top Stories 7 Quick Windows 7 Fixes These tips and tricks can improve how you work in Windows. The Next Big Thing(s) in Tech" Goodbye, desktop PCs--hello, flexible cell phone screens and living rooms with endless entertainment and gaming possibilities! 10 Tech Research Projects to Watch In corporate and academic labs around the world, researchers dream up and design the tools, technology, and products that will make up the everyday life of tomorrow. Here's a peek. For the latest tech news from CES, visit PCWorld.com. Top Tweets From @PCWPluggedIn When will LG's 84-inch 4K TV go mainstream? Just as soon as 85-inch doorways do. Hackers to launch own satellites to combat censorship: Wouldn't it be easier to just jailbreak someone else's satellite? Scientists report finding hybrid sharks: Species discovered in submerged courtroom. Follow us every day on Twitter: @PCWPluggedIn News Anatomy of an ATM Skimmer Scam Skimmers could steal your financial information at the ATM--or even at your local supermarket. Here's how to protect yourself. Google Takes a Step Toward Fighting Android Fragmentation Support for the Android's "Holo" theme will be mandatory for phones and tablets that have the Android Market installed. AT&T Expands 4G LTE Network to 11 New Cities The carrier's "real" 4G service, which can hit speeds ten times faster than 3G service, has now gone live in a batch of new large markets, including New York, San Francisco and Los Angeles. For the latest reports, visit our News page . PCW Business Center Work Faster in Microsoft Word: 10 Secrets These hidden Word tricks and techniques will add punch to your documents and speed up your workflow. Visit the PCW Business Center. Blogs CES 2012: 5 Trends to Watch From mobile handsets and ultrabooks up to huge OLED TVs, here are a few expected highlights of the Consumer Electronics Show next week. CES 2012: Top Rumors, Leaks, and Teases (So Far) With only days before the kickoff of CES 2012, new product buzz is reaching a fevered pitch with news of tablets, phones, and cameras leaking out ahead of next week's official gadget announcements. LG's Flashy 55-Inch OLED Challenged by Dropping TV Prices How much are you willing to pay for this beautiful, bleeding-edge OLED display? Is eight times the price of an LCD TV too much? For the latest news and opinion, visit our Blogs page . Reviews The Buzz on Bluetooth: The Top Mono and Stereo Headsets, and Car Kits Too We test the best Bluetooth products to pair with your phone, tablet, or media player--some of which come with nifty toolsWe test the best Bluetooth products to pair with your phone, tablet, or media player--some of which come with nifty tools. Camera and Camera-Phone Trends to Expect in 2012 Both smartphone cameras and stand-alone cameras will become much more versatile next year, and it should be fun to watch. Here are the major photography trends to expect in 2012. Compare prices on cameras. For more reviews, visit PCWorld.com. How-To How to Get Free or Cheap Tech Support When one of your tech devices goes awry, you can get expert answers at low cost or even for free, if you know where to look. Work Smarter in Office Your Windows PC may be running smoothly, but if Microsoft Office is acting up it can still ruin your day. Here are a few popular Office fixes. For more tips, visit PCWorld.com. Downloads PCWorld's Favorite Downloads of 2011 At the end of another year, PCWorld reviewers name downloads and Web programs we liked so much we just kept on using them. For more free and trial software, visit PCWorld.com. PC World Community Need to Disable Start-up Programs Slowing System Join the discussion. Visit the PC World Community CES 2012: PCWorld's In-Depth Coverage See which new gadgets are turning heads at the 2012 International CES in Las Vegas. Click here. Advertisement Lenovo ThinkPads & IdeaPads Click thru to shop the bestselling ThinkPads & IdeaPads! 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