Windows Vista desktop shortcuts

[protocol62]

I just right click on pages that I find that I want to get back to quickly without opening explorer and going to favorites. I use the create short cut and it on my desk top. for example, I find a song I like on you tube and create a short cut to my desktop. is that a potential problem?

Remember to talk to me like I'm 4, I'm not that computer savy. Trial and error are the only means of learning I've had. Seems pretty handy to just click on the short cut icon and go to the page I liked. Does this mean I leave the front door open to my computer and anybody can just walk on in and make them selves at home? or is this a safe thing to do.

 

[Taffycat]

Hello Protocol62 and welcome to PC Review.

I too, occasionally make a desktop shortcut to a webpage I want to be able to access quickly. The only real "problem" is that it can cause an untidy-looking desktop eventually.

Providing you are using anti-virus and firewall software, your computer be protected. You will find an excellent list of free applications here: https://www.pcreview.co.uk/forums/essential-pc-software-updated-24th-september-2010-a-t2697599.html