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Dropbox for Extended Families
Rarely does a program come along that is so simple yet so powerful that it changes the way that you use your computer. Dropbox is such an application. You probably have heard of Dropbox and have read about its many, many, many uses. It’s a fantastic automatic sync utility that keeps a copy of whatever [...]
Why I Like Windows 8
When the Windows 8 Consumer Preview was released, I immediately wiped off Windows 7 and installed the new operating system. I did intend to continue using this beta version until the Release Preview came out; the only reason I went back to Windows 7 was that Adobe products continuously crashed. However, I am certain this [...]
The Seven Things I Hate About Windows 8
I have been running Windows 8 as my primary operating system for quite a few months now and I have had mixed feelings over it. There are a number of new features that I absolutely love, like the new task manager and lock screen. However, there are a few things that I think need to [...]
How to Type Spanish Characters on a US Keyboard
From time to time, I need to write an essay or a letter in a language that isn’t English — namely Spanish. I’ve always thought that this was a pain, seeing as there was no easy way to insert the accents that are so integral to the Spanish language: It was either dig through the [...]
Five Differences Between Windows 7 and Windows 8
As Windows 8 comes closer to its release date, there are still several people unsure of whether or not they should upgrade from Windows 7. One of the most frequently asked question regarding Windows 8 is: How is Windows 8 different from Windows 7? Well, here is a list of five new features in Windows [...]
BitLocker Vs. Encrypting File System (EFS)
BitLocker and Encrypting File System (EFS) are both features being made available to Windows 8 Pro users. They each allow you to secure your data by way of encryption, and are both baked right in to the operating system. Their differences, however, make each program individually useful with its own set of pros and cons. [...]
Windows 8 Vs. Windows 8 Pro
Windows 8 is coming soon, with a release candidate scheduled for sometime in June and Microsoft has divulged a little more information about its expected lineup of products including Windows 8, Windows 8 Pro, and Windows RT. Windows 8 is the basic consumer version of the operating system, appealing in large part to current Windows [...]
Windows 8 Vs. Windows RT
Microsoft Windows 8 is the highly anticipated latest addition to the Windows family. Expected to launch either late this year or early 2013, Windows 8 brings with it the most substantial user experience change since Windows 95. The Start menu, perhaps the most well-known and universally recognizable feature of Windows, has been replaced with an [...]
Why Windows 8 Tablets Will Succeed
Guest blogger Zuhair of MrTechz writes: It is a well-known fact that Microsoft has struggled to make a mark in the tablet market. Unfortunately for Microsoft, consumer interest in Windows-based tablets has gradually declined as a result of a string of failed attempts by Microsoft to enter this market. This may all be about to [...]
How to Add a Taskbar to Multiple Monitors in Windows 7
Windows is a great operating system for productive environments. Having multiple monitors allows you a level of freedom to get more done across a larger space. This enables you to keep more windows open, giving you access to more data at any given time. Many users take full advantage of the taskbar, and would benefit [...]
