To change your display resolution in Windows 98/ME & NT:

1. Click the right mouse button anywhere on the desktop, and then click Properties.
2. On the Display Properties tab, click Settings.
3. In the Colors list, select the best (last) color setting available.
4. Move the Screen area pixel slider as far to the right as possible. Note the number of pixels. You probably won't want less than 800 x 600 for gaming. For best results for this site select 1024 x 768.
5. In the Colors list, select the next lower setting. Move the Screen area slider to the far right and note the pixels available. Determine which setting gives you the best resolution. Remember, the more pixels, the better the resolution.
6. Select the color setting that offers the best resolution. Click Apply.
7. Windows will temporarily change your desktop.
8. If everything appears normal, click Yes when asked if you want to keep these settings. If another message appears asking if you want to restart your computer, click Yes.
9. Should your screen go blank or appear to go wild don’t panic. It will return to its original setting after 15 seconds. When it does, click the next lower selection from the Colors list and continue with the rest of the setup as above.

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