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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

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

MTE Explains: Why You Shouldn’t Download Missing .dll Files from External Websites

When you have a .dll error in Windows, don’t ever download missing .dll files from external website or unknown sources. Here’s the reason why.

By Vamsi Krishna – Sep 15, 2014

Easily Customize iTunes on Windows with Skins and Sorting

The default design of iTunes doesn’t seem to be customizable. In actual fact, you can easily customize iTunes to suit your needs. Here’s how

By Paul Ferson – Sep 11, 2014

How to Read Windows Command Line Syntax

Using command lines in Windows is easy if you understand its syntax. Here is a quick guide to show you how to read Windows command line syntax.

By Vamsi Krishna – Sep 11, 2014

Share Your Mouse and Keyboard Between Windows and a Raspberry Pi Using Synergy

Do you have multiple computers, but only have one set of mouse and keyboard? Here is how you can share mouse and keyboard between Windows and a Raspberri Pi.

By Gary Sims – Sep 11, 2014

Manage All Your Hardware Controls from a Single Dashboard in Windows

The Windows Mobility Center allows you to control your hardware from a single place, but is only enabled in laptop. Learn how to activate it on a desktop PC.

By Vamsi Krishna – Sep 10, 2014

How to Install and Play Old DOS Games in Windows

Remember all that old school DOS games like Dave, Doom, PacMan, etc? Let’s see how you can install and play these old DOS games in Windows.

By Vamsi Krishna – Sep 9, 2014

IM-Magic Partition Resizer Professional Review

Magic Partition Resizer allows you to easily partition your hard disk without any data loss or hiccups. Check it out for the giveaway. 10 license keys to be won.

By Vamsi Krishna – Sep 8, 2014

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Windows Live Photo Gallery: Free Microsoft Office Picture Manager Alternative

Are you looking for a Microsoft Office Picture Manager alternative? Windows Live Photo Gallery has similar features and has syncing/publishing features.

By Maria Krisette Capati – Sep 6, 2014

4 Common Windows Network Utilities Explained

Windows comes with a set of windows network utilities that allows you to troubleshoot your network. Let check out what these commands can do for you.

By Vamsi Krishna – Sep 6, 2014

5 Windows-Tweaking Myths Debunked

Over the years, we have seen many Windows tweaking myths circulating around in the Internet, so it is time for us to clear the air.

By Vamsi Krishna – Sep 5, 2014

How to Find Drivers for Unknown Devices in Windows

Sometimes, Windows will fail to recognize the new hardware you added to your machine. Here is how you can find drivers for unknown devices in Windows.

By Vamsi Krishna – Aug 29, 2014

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