Windows Tricks

To bypass the Recycle Bin on a one-time basis, when you are deleting a file (or a group of selected files):

· Press and hold down the shift-key while you press the del-key (or use the delete command).

You receive the following confirmation-request message:

Are you sure you want to send to the Recycle Bin?

Identify a 16-bit Program

· Use Windows Explorer to open the folder that contains the program's executable (.exe) file.

· Right-click the .exe file, and then click Properties.

· A 16-bit program does not have a Version tab in this dialog box.