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Ask How-To Geek: Fix Annoying Arrows, Play Old-School DOS games, and Schedule Smart Computer Shutdowns

I don’t remember them being so in-your-face back in earlier versions of Windows.

What can I do to get rid of them?

Sincerely,

Arrow Hatin' in Omaha

Dear Arrow Hatin'–

You’re in luck.

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You’re not the only one that hates the clown-shoe sized arrows.

Check outour guide to disabling the shortcut arrow overlayto get rid of those ridiculous arrows once and for all.

Surely there has to be some way to play old DOS games on a modern machine?

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c’mon tell me I don’t have to actually boot into DOS?

What can I do?

Penny Pinching in Pennsylvania

Dear Penny Pinching,

We hear you loud and clear.

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Check outour guide to setting up a smart shutdown sequence here.

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