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About the EasyLI Done!™ Series Tutorials

All EasyLI Done!™ Series Tutorials are designed to accomplish specific tasks on a step-by-step basis!
From connecting two computers together to share files using a crossover cable to setting up a secured wireless network connection, these online tutorials are extremely easy to follow. Although all tutorials were put together with the novice user (beginner) in mind, advanced users will find a few tricks to put to use also, such as 'How to Force Windows to Shutdown' when it just won't shutdown normally.
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Did you know? The Workgroup name on most new computers is set to MSHOME.

You should change it to a name you can easily recognize, in case you later decide to setup a home network.

Follow the steps below to change the Workgroup name.

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How to Change the Workgroup Name

When you get a new computer, the default 'Workgroup' is usually MSHOME. You can change it by simply renaming it!

Connect your computers together to backup or share your files between them, using a crossover cable.
If you have a router, connect all your computers to the router and share internet connections, as well as file sharing!
It's easy, it's fast, and best of all, it's now free!

Here's how to change the Workgroup name:

Step 1: With the left mouse button, click on the 'Start' button.

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Step 2: With the right mouse button, click on 'My Computer'.

 
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Connect your computers together to backup or share your files between them, using a crossover cable.
If you have a router, connect all your computers to the router and share internet connections, as well as file sharing!
It's easy, it's fast, and best of all, it's now free!
 
 
 
 
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The objective is to show you how to get computer tasks done quickly and easily. Step-by-step!

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