How to Create Different Headers on Each Page in Word

If you are writing long documents with many chapters then a good practice is to have the chapter and title of that chapter in either the header or footer of each page within that chapter. For example, every page in chapter 2 should say chapter 2.

In this tutorial I will show you how you can put a different header on 3 different pages in Microsoft Word.

Step 1 Launch Microsoft Word and start a blank new document. Then go to a website where you can grab some text to follow along in this tutorial. I am going to use the USA today website to grab a few snippets of news. It doesn't matter what the text is as you will soon see.

Step 2 Pick a story from the website and copy some of the text and paste it into your word document and hit the enter key a couple of times to create a couple blank lines.. The first page of your word doc should look similar to mine just with different text.

Step 3 Hit the CTRL+ENTER key to create a new 2nd page.

Step 4 Copy the next paragraph from your news source and paste it on page 2 and hit enter a couple of times to create a couple of blank lines.

Step 5 Hit the CTRL+ENTER key to create a new 3rd page.

Step 6 Copy the next paragraph from your news source and paste it on page 3 and hit enter a couple of times to create a couple of blank lines.

Step 7 Go back to page one and click anywhere on the page to put the cursor there.

Step 8 Click on "view" from the main menu at the top, and then click on "header/footer" in the submenu that appears as shown in the picture associated with this step.

Step 9 In the header section, type in "NEWS SOURCE PAGE 1".

Step 10 Click the "close" button on the header/footer toolbar as shown in the picture.

Step 11 You will now notice the header is the same on every page, we are about to fix that. On the first page put the cursor on the very last blank line. Remember earlier I had you hit enter a few times to create a couple of blanks lines? Put the cursor there.

Step 12 Click on "insert" from the main menu at the top and then click on "break" as shown in the picture.

Step 13 When the "brek" window appears select "continuous" underneath the "section break types" heading.

Step 14 Go to page 2 and double click the header on that page to activate it.

Step 15 Turn off the "link to previous" option by clicking the icon on the header and footer toolbar. The icon is circled in red in the picture and is the 4th icon from to the left of the close button. Doing that gives you the ability to make the header on this page different than the previous.

Step 16 Change the "1" to a "2" in the header text so it now reads "NEWS SOURCE PAGE 2" and click the close button. You will now notice that the page 1 header is different from the page 2 header, however the page 3 header is identical to page 2.

Step 17 In order to change the page 3 header you follow the same steps as above. Put the cursor on the last blank link pn page 2, just like you did on page 1.

Step 18 Then goto "Insert", then "break" and then choose "continuous" when the break window appears.

Step 19 Go to page 3 and double click the header on that page to activate it.

Step 20 Turn off the "link to previous" option by clicking the icon on the header and footer toolbar just like you did earlier in this tutorial.

Step 21 Change the "2" to a "3" in the header text so it now reads "NEWS SOURCE PAGE 3" and click the close button. You will now notice that the page 1 header is different from the page 2 and the page 3 header is different than page 2 creating a different on 3 different pages.

How to Keep Your Laptop Cool and Prevent Your Computer Not Responding

If the fan on your computer always seems to be running you want to take some preventative steps to prolong the life of your investment. Overheating is one of the most common causes of computer crashing and freezing and is completely preventable. If it seems like your system has been non responsive, freezing up, or just crashes without warning, then you will want to read my suggestions.

Step 1 Buy a mesh cookie cooling rack to set your laptop on. Only costing a couple dollars, these rack are excellent to tools to help lower the operating temperatures of your notebook. They allow air to circulate around the entire computer.

Step 2 Remove your laptop's case and clean the dust from the inside. The steps are actually pretty simple and can be found in your computer's manual or by searching online. Some are secured by a couple screws but others may have a single release tab. Just be certain that your computer is unplugged.

Step 3 If you are not comfortable removing the case on your computer, you can still clean the fans. These will be located on the bottom or the sides/back. Run a vacuum attachment over top to clear out large dust particles.

Step 4 Consider purchasing a laptop cooling mat. These are nifty little pads that promote cooling with their internal fans. You can pick them up from most office supple stores or discount retailers around $30. You might even try Ebay where I've seen them go for under $20. A few popular models are the Targus Chillpad or Coolmat and the Antec Coolpad.

Step 5 Make sure that your monitor shuts off when you close the screen of your laptop. If not, the heat from the lit monitor against the keyboard can fry your hardware.

How to Recover Deleted Files in Windows

Every once in a while you need to recover a deleted file that was trashed in error. Even though you have removed the file from your desktop or personal files, it will still remain on your hard drive. There are several areas from which you can locate the file and, if you need to, there are software programs to help you recover the deleted file.

Step 1 Open the Recycle Bin on your computer desktop. Check the folder to locate the deleted file if you have not emptied your recycle bin since you deleted the file. If you do not have an icon for the Recycle Bin on the desktop, go to the Start menu or the Control Panel. Select the file in your Recycle Bin and copy it back to your active files.

Step 2 Download an online file recovery program (see Resources) and install the program on your computer. Some of these downloads are free while others will charge you for the program. If you are worried about getting a virus with your download, check the program reviews or install a reputable virus blocker.

Step 3 Click on the recovery program icon on your desktop and open the program. Choose what type of recovery you would like to do. You can do anything from a complete disk recovery to a fast file search. You also have the ability to customize your search and set whatever search results you want to see.

Step 4 Run the recovery program under the parameters that you have set and allow the computer to complete the search. Depending on the type of search you are running, it may take a while to complete. Searches can take anywhere from a couple minutes to several hours.

Step 5 Double-click on the found file when the recovery program finishes to open the file. Confirm that it is the file you were searching for. Copy it or move it back to your active files.

How to Undelete and Recover Deleted Files From Windows Operating System

This article provides tips on how to recover deleted files.

Step 1 Have you ever deleted a file only to discover later that you need it? Most of us have done this. There are ways to recover deleted files. Below a few tips and tricks for successful file recovery.

Step 2 The first step in file recover is DON'T PANIC! In most cases a deleted file can be recovered. When you delete a file it is relocated not actually removed. It is taken from the directory of files but is still in your system.

Step 3 The first place to begin your search for a deleted file is in the recycle bin. When a file is deleted it is sent to the trash folder. As long as you have not emptied the recycle bin you can retrieve your file from it.

Step 4 If you have emptied the recycle bin you can most likely still recover the deleted file. A deleted file is never actually "deleted" it is only placed in a different location. This means you may have to work a bit harder to find it but certainly does not mean you can't recover the file. Your computer recognizes a deleted file as space that is no longer needed. It prepares to reuse the space but takes a long time in doing so. So as long as you don't wait an extended period of time before trying to retrieve the file it can be done.

Step 5 You will most likely need the use of file recovery software to recover your deleted files. This type of software can perform a deep system search. It can search all areas of your PC to find the lost data. There are some wonderful options as far as recovery software. You can choose from programs such as Windows Data Recovery Software, NTFS Data Recovery Software, and FAT Data Recovery Software. There are several others on the market. These just seem to be some of the top choices.

Step 6If you search around you can also locate free versions of file recovery software. Just do your research and choose the one that you feel most comfortable with. Which ever you choose you can rest easier now, knowing that there is a way to recover your lost data.

How to Retrieve Lost Information Following an HP PC System Recovery

Each time you purchase a new Hewlett Packard (HP) computer, you are asked to create a user account name. If you have to perform a system recovery on your personal computer (PC), the nondestructive recovery will store all files you created in the account. After you access your account by logging into your personal computer with your user name and password, you can retrieve lost files easily.

Step 1 Use the Search feature to search your hard drive. Type the user name and password you created when you first purchased your computer into the dialogue box that pops up after you restart your HP PC.

Step 2 Click "Start." In the "Start Search" field at the bottom of the screen, type the name of the document you want to retrieve. Review the documents that pop up in the search box that have your search words in the title.

Step 3 Broaden the words you type into the search box until you locate the documents you are searching for. For example, if you are looking for a file that you created and labeled "Summer Silver Fish Hooks Used in Maryland" but you cannot recall the exact file name, you could type "Fish, Hook, Summer" in the search box.

Step 4 Check recent items. Click "Start." On the right side of the screen select "Recent Items." Search through the list of the last items that you worked on.

Step 5 Double-click on the file name you want to retrieve to restore the document. Save the file using an easy-to-remember name in a folder on your HP PC. Back up all files regularly on a removable disk, which you can purchase from a computer store or office superstore for about $24 for 4 GB of space.

Step 6 Search in Safe mode. Change folder security privileges if you have multiple accounts on your HP computer and are unable to access files located on one of the accounts. To do this click "Start," then "Restart." When the blue HP screen appears, tap the F8 key several times. The "Advanced Options Menu" will appear.

Step 7 Scroll over to "Safe Mode" and press "Enter." A new screen will appear. Click "Yes" when the computer asks if you want to start the HP PC in Safe mode.

Step 8 Click "Start," then "My Computer". Double-click on "Documents and Settings." Right-click on the name of the folder that contains the documents you want to retrieve. Click "Properties," then "Security."

Step 9 Select "Advanced," then "Owner." Check the box titled "Replace Owner on Subcontainers and Objects" to retrieve the documents in the folder.

How to Start a Wireless ISP

Wireless Internet service providers (ISPs) provide Internet to many households that would otherwise use dial-up connections or have none at all. Setting up a wireless ISP is extremely easy and inexpensive when you need to service only a handful of customers.

Step 1 Install the antennas onto the router and place them onto the building. You will have to replace the standard 2dB antennas with something more robust, preferably omnidirectional, weatherproof models with a decibel rating over 12. The connectors on the antenna cables attach to the standardized plugs on the router (N-type or RMS), as well as the extension cable leading to the new antennas. The antennas should be placed as high as possible and vertically oriented. Typical routers will have a stock range of about a quarter mile, but adding these new antennas will boost that range to a half mile or more.

Step 2 Set up the router. Routers are usually accessible through their firmware, which can be viewed through a website. The firmware displays settings and restrictions and must be set up to properly handle the traffic of many computers. Be sure the settings for encryption (WPA or WEP) are enabled and a password is set. Check other settings such as the "lease timeouts" (set for maximum time) and number of users allowed. By default, routers are set to DHCP, which will assign IP addresses to the users' computers automatically. The router will have a place to give it a broadcast name, or SSID. Set this SSID to a simple, recognizable name. Save all setting changes before closing the window.

Step 3 Connect the router to the wired Internet connection with an RJ-45 Ethernet cable.

Step 4 Set up customers' computers to use the wireless router as an access point. In the network settings for the machine's wireless networking hardware, select "obtain IP address automatically" or DHCP. Using the wireless card's software or Windows' built-in wireless configuration, scan for networks. If the router is within range, it will show up on the scan results. Enter in the encryption passcode, and the router will give the machine an address and connect it to the network.

Step 5 Check for Internet connectivity by opening a browser window and attempting to surf the web.

How to Setup a Remote Desktop on a LAN

Windows Remote Desktop (also known as Terminal Services) allows a network user to access a remote PC's Windows desktop as if he were actually sitting in front of that PC. All that is required is network connectivity and the Remote Desktop software. The server portion of Remote Desktop is already installed for Windows XP/Vista machines, and the client can be downloaded free of charge from Microsoft. Remote Desktop is a convenient and time-saving feature for users with multiple PCs. A powerful stationary desktop server is often used to provide files, printer applications, or other services to multiple client PCs, which are usually notebooks. Sometimes problems arise that require configuration or even rebooting of the server PC. With terminal services, users with access on the LAN can quickly remedy such issues without physically working with the server machine.

Step 1 Decide which PC you wish to remotely control and which PC(s) you wish to use as your controllers. The Remote Desktop server will be installed and configured on the controlled box, and the Remote Desktop client will be installed on each of the controlling PCs.

Step 2 For each PC(s) that will be controlling the remote machine, download and install the Windows Terminal Services Client software.

Step 3 On the computer to be remotely controlled, go to My Computer, then to Control Panel, then to Administrative Tools, and then to Services.

Step 4 Select the Terminal Services entry. A new configuration dialog will appear. Select the General tab. For the option that says Startup type, select Automatic. This will ensure remote desktop services will always be running even if you need to reboot your computer. In the option that says Service Status, click the Start button to immediately start the service.

Step 5 As an optional step for advanced users, select the Log On tab. If Local System Account (i.e., the default) is selected, remote users will log in as SYSTEM using whatever password (if any) you have already set for the administrator's account. The option titled This Account causes remote users to log in under another existing account that you specify. To confirm this option, supply and confirm the password for this account.

Step 6 Click OK to close the configuration dialogue.

Step 7 Remote terminal services are now set up for this PC, and other PCs running the Terminal Services Client can now connect to it and run its applications.