Windows 7: the 5 most annoying functions
With this practical tip, we introduce you to the five most annoying functions and solutions from Windows 7.
1. Nerve killer: Boring Windows 7 design
Like the previous operating systems from Microsoft, Windows 7 is not particularly attractive. You could almost describe it as boring, which is why we will tell you how much hidden design potential there is in Windows 7.
- Clearly: With Windows 7 you can change the background image and thus tailor the desktop to your personal wishes.
- In addition, the background images of folders can be changed, so that you also get a more personal touch here.
- With Windows 7 you also have the option to change the start button.
- However, this is only a selection of the change options under Windows 7. You can find extensive practical tips to find out what is possible with Windows 7. If your design can no longer be changed, you will also learn which settings you have to make in order to be able to set up the operating system again individually.
2. Nerve slayer: Automatic updates
Windows 7 has set automatic updates by default. This is particularly annoying if, for example, you have slow Internet access or you often surf on the go with limited data volume. We will therefore show you how you can prevent the problem.
- It's best to disable your automatic updates. However, remember to do the updates when you have the time or a better internet connection. Otherwise it could be that your system is no longer optimally secured.
- In addition, Windows usually restarts after an update has been carried out. This is particularly nerve-wracking when you are working on the computer under time pressure. We therefore show you how to deactivate the restart after an update.
3. Nerve killer: desktop overloaded
If you work a lot with the computer, you may have a rather overloaded desktop. However, this makes working confusing and also doesn't look nice. Therefore, read what you can do in such a case.
- It is possible to temporarily hide the desktop icons. All you have to do is deactivate the symbols under Windows 7.
- If your desktop is very cluttered, you may be wondering if that won't slow down the whole computer. You can find out whether this is the case in our practical tip "Do files on the desktop slow down the PC?"
4. Nerve killer: Small script
Windows 7 is also often criticized that the font is particularly small. Many users find it difficult to read everything correctly. Fortunately, it is possible to adapt the small font of the operating system. We'll show you how.
- With Windows 7 you have the option of changing the text size. If the font is still too small for you, there are magnifiers. We explain how to set up the magnifying glass function in Windows 7.
5. Nerve killer: Unnecessary start sound
If you shut down the PC frequently and then restart it again, you will hear the familiar start sound. Especially when you switch the computer on and off often, the noise often starts to get annoying. But you can avoid that.
- It is best if you deactivate the start sound under Windows 7. This is possible with just a few simple steps and can be quickly undone.
Tip: If you have made too many settings under Windows 7 and would like to undo them, you can reset the operating system to the factory settings. In another practical tip, we will show you how to reset Windows 7 to the factory settings without a CD.