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Most new laptops are configured to automatically reduce power output to the wireless card when running from battery.  This is great if you’re wanting to extend battery life, but it slows down your wireless connection.
The steps below will show you how to maximize wireless performance by disabling this feature:

Windows Home Server can be extended with add-ins developed by commercial and community software developers. Listed below are some community developed (free) add-ins for WHS.
Add Web Site lets you add and maintain a list of web sites on your Windows Home Server remote access page.
Advanced Admin Console gives you easy access to WHS settings.

PortableApps.com offers a collection of programs specifically configured to run from portable USB devices like pen drives, external hard drives, and MP3 players.
The PortableApps.com Standard Suite includes:

Mozilla Firefox Portable Edition (web browser)
Mozilla Sunbird Portable Edition (calendar/task manager)
Mozilla Thunderbird Portable Edition (email client)
OpenOffice.org Portable (office suite compatible with Microsoft Word files)

Most wireless routers, when using default settings, are designed to provide wireless access for anyone who requests it.   Have you secured your wireless network?   If not, you could have bigger problems than the occasional freeloader. Someone with ill intent could also obtain passwords, credit card numbers, your private photos, and other personal information if not properly secured. 
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Windows XP PowerToys are a collection of 14 free Microsoft programs which add functionality to Windows XP.

The location of your router has a big impact on wireless performance.  A good location is one which reduces the distance between client and router, and also minimizes signal interference and obstructions.  
When deciding where to position your wireless router, consider the following:

Router needs to be as close to the center of your coverage area as possible.

Check out these keyboard shortcuts, all of which use the Windows Logo key:
Windows Key:                  Display or hide the Start menu Windows Key+TAB:        Cycle through taskbar buttons Windows Key+Break:    System Properties dialog box Windows Key+R:             Run Prompt Windows Key+U:             Utility Manager […]