Search Items frustrations

[G M Strickland]

I like my new computer with Vista, except or one thing, I cannot
search for files and get anywhere . The search bar seldom seems to
bring me any results.


Can anyone recommend a file search (my own PC files, not the web)
freeware I can download, or can I copy the search files from my Win
98SE computer, and if so, which files and where do I save them on my
Vista computer?

- M.

 

[John Hanley]

Vista search works very well for me. I learned a lot by reading the Help
files that are accessible from the Search window. I use the Advanced Search
feature a lot, and am sure to check the box that says "Include non-indexed,
hidden, and system files (might be slow)" when I am doing a thorough search.
Otherwise, I like the 'search ahead' aspect of the regular search; I get
more specific results by using " " marks around my search phrase if it is a
really short one. Hope this helps.