107, 2016

Windows puts bloatware in the crosshairs

By |July 1, 2016|Categories: Windows|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Even an IT novice can recognize the scourge of ‘bloatware’ on new hardware. It doesn’t matter what type of new gadget you’ve purchased, it’s bound to come loaded with unnecessary apps and software that the manufacturer believes will drive you to purchase more of their products. And while they aren’t [...]

706, 2016

Why Microsoft is putting down the phone

By |June 7, 2016|Categories: Windows|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Microsoft smartphones have always seemed to pale in comparison to Android and Apple devices. Perhaps one of the largest reasons why is because it entered the smartphone game too late. And the recent “strategic retreat” from the consumer market only suggests that Microsoft is far from reaching their initial goals [...]

1605, 2016

Microsoft’s more secure Office web service

By |May 16, 2016|Categories: Windows|Tags: , , , , , |

Earlier this month, Microsoft made a huge announcement regarding Office that hasn’t received much attention. While there is a lot of interest in web-based versions of Microsoft Office, many organizations avoided the Office Online services for fear of compromising their privacy and security. However, they’ve announced a new version that [...]

405, 2016

Microsoft’s new app strategy: will it work?

By |May 4, 2016|Categories: Windows|Tags: , , , , , , , |

When it comes to smartphones, Windows phones have largely gone unnoticed. Some say iOS and Android phones are just better. While some experts claim that Windows phones entered the market too late to make a lasting impact. However, one of the big reasons why Windows phones are not as successful [...]

1504, 2016

Windows 10 updates: what to expect

By |April 15, 2016|Categories: Windows|Tags: , , , , , , , |

During Microsoft’s Build 2016, new innovations were announced to the public. But what you should really keep your eye on are the changes made with the Windows 10 Anniversary Update. With the new updates many are expecting features that help manage your business and personal life. So what were the [...]

2503, 2016

Personalize your Windows 10

By |March 25, 2016|Categories: Windows|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

You’ve just logged into your PC and you’re greeted with an incredibly plain desktop background and an equally drab Start Menu. What could be worse? The pinging noise of that notification tab on the bottom right of your screen is also telling you that an application you barely use is [...]

303, 2016

How to speed up your Windows 10 computer

By |March 3, 2016|Categories: Windows|Tags: , , , , , , |

A slow computer is a headache. You want it to move as fast as possible so you can accomplish your tasks and get on with your life. So if you’ve recently upgraded to Microsoft’s new Windows 10, you may be wondering if there’s anything you can do to speed up [...]

1802, 2016

Tips on Windows 10 privacy protection

By |February 18, 2016|Categories: Windows|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Long gone are the days where private information (like vault combinations and the name of your high school crush) are kept confined within a padlocked journal. Speculation has been circulating that Windows 10 gathers more info than it should. Whether or not you think privacy lines have been breached, here [...]

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