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3 New Cool Windows 10 Features from Microsoft

Microsoft has recently updated Windows 10 Tech Preview with some new features. Here are the 3 coolest features found in Windows 10.

By Vamsi Krishna – Nov 10, 2014

What Microsoft Did Right With Windows 10

The general impression of Windows 10 is mostly good. What makes Windows 10 so special that it’s starting to change the public’s opinion of Microsoft, if ever so slightly?

By Miguel Leiva-Gomez – Nov 7, 2014

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Windows 10: Core Features of Technical Preview

Microsoft released the Windows 10 Technical Preview for public testing. Here are some of the new features in Windows 10. Check them out.

By Maria Krisette Capati – Nov 6, 2014

iTunes 12 – Has It Changed for the Better?

As part of the overhaul of OS X, there is also a radical redesign of iTunes 12. Let’s check it out and see if it has changed for the better.

By Paul Ferson – Oct 29, 2014

4 Windows Command Line Tools That Every Windows User Should Know

There are some features in Windows that can only be accessed via the command line. Here are some command line tools you can use to troubleshoot Windows PC.

By Vamsi Krishna – Oct 27, 2014

How to Make Windows 8 Look Like Windows XP

Microsoft don’t support Windows XP anymore, but you still can get it in Windows 8. Here is how you can make Windows 8 look like Windows XP.

By Vamsi Krishna – Oct 22, 2014

Sandboxie: Run Windows Applications in Sandboxes and Protect Yourself from Malware

Worried about malware and junkware? Let’s see how you can use Sandboxie to run applications safely in a sandbox and without any fear of infections.

By Vamsi Krishna – Oct 18, 2014

Unchecky – A Freeware to Avoid Installing Junkware in Windows

It’s annoying that many Windows freeware are bundled with junkware. Unchecky is a useful freeware that can help you avoid unwanted junkware installations.

By Vamsi Krishna – Oct 16, 2014

How To Use Autoruns to Manage StartUp Applications in Windows

Too many items in your startup list can slow down your Windows boot up time. Learn how to use Autoruns to effectively manage start up programs and processes.

By Vamsi Krishna – Oct 15, 2014

How to Enable Logon Auditing to Track Logon Activities of Windows Users

Ever wonder if you can track user logon activities in Windows and see who have logged in and out? This is possible with the Logon Auditing feature. Let’s check it out.

By Vamsi Krishna – Oct 7, 2014

3 Tips to Avoid Fake Apps in Windows App Store

While there are plenty of apps in the Windows Store, a good number of them are fake apps that aim to con your money. Follow these 3 tips to avoid fake apps in WIndows Store.

By Vamsi Krishna – Oct 3, 2014

5 Windows Power User Tools That Every User Should Know About

Some of the power tools are hidden in Windows and most people don’t know about them. Here are some of the Windows power tools that you can use.

By Vamsi Krishna – Sep 30, 2014

Top 3 Features That Are Only Available in Windows 8 Enterprise Edition

Microsoft likes to release several edition of their Windows OS. Here are the top 3 features that are only available in Windows 8 Enterprise edition.

By Vamsi Krishna – Sep 29, 2014

How to Install and Configure Cygwin in Windows Environment

For those who are missing the Linux terminal in Windows, you can use Cygwin to do the same task. Learn how to install and configure Cygwin in Windows.

By Vamsi Krishna – Sep 28, 2014

How to Avoid Junkware While Downloading Free Software

Plenty of free Windows software come with junkware packaged into them. Here are some tips to avoid downloading and installing junkware to your Windows PC.

By Vamsi Krishna – Sep 26, 2014

How to Enable Client Hyper-V in Windows 8 to Run Virtual Machines

Windows 8 comes with a client Hyper-V tool for users to run virtual machines in it. Let us see how to enable Client Hyper-V in Windows 8 and run virtual machines.

By Vamsi Krishna – Sep 25, 2014

3 Things You Shouldn’t Do with Solid-State Drives

How well a solid state drive performs is dependent on how you use it. Here is what you shouldn’t do to your SSD on Windows so as to keep it in top shape.

By Vamsi Krishna – Sep 23, 2014

Three Ways to Find Your System Specifications

It can often useful to know the system specifications of your PC, especially when approaching tech support. Here are 3 tools that allow you to do so.

By Paul Ferson – Sep 17, 2014

How to Find your Windows and Linux Computers Uptime and Installation Date

You can easily check if your computer is running 24/7 by checking its uptime. Here is how you can do so in Windows and Linux.

By Vamsi Krishna – Sep 17, 2014

How to Block Users From Accessing NTFS Partitions in Windows

If you share your PC with multiple users, you can easily setup File System Permissions and block other users from accessing NTFS partition in Windows.

By Vamsi Krishna – Sep 16, 2014

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