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How to Find Your Windows 11 or 10 Product Key

Can't find your Windows product key? Locate it easily with these methods.

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5 Ways to Get Cheap Microsoft Office and Microsoft Word Licenses

Want to buy Microsoft Office for the lowest price? Use these tips to get the productivity suite at a fraction of the cost.

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Client Access Licenses: What Are CALs and Do I Need Them?

Windows Servers require CALS (Client Access Licenses)--here's who needs to use them.

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What Is Software Cracking, and What Are the Risks of Using Cracked Software?

Using cracked software can sound like a tempting way to get paid software for free, but aside from being illegal, it's also dangerous.

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How to Add an Open-Source Licence to Your Projects on GitHub

Make sure others can benefit from your open-source work by selecting an appropriate license.

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The 10 Most Optimized SaaS Tools for Remote Workers

There are a lot of great SaaS tools out there for remote workers, but here are some of the best ones for productivity and effectiveness.

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Buy Genuine Office and Windows Licenses From $6.14 With Keysfan’s Software Sale

Get Windows 10 without breaking the bank, and enjoy a free upgrade to Windows 11, too.

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Open-Source vs. Closed-Source Software: What's the Difference?

As a software enthusiast, you must've read the terms "open-source" and "proprietary" used on the internet. Is there a difference between these two?

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What Is Windows Activation and How Does It Work?

Is it necessary to activate Windows? Use this guide to learn more about the Windows activation process.

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What Is Creative Commons and Non-Commercial Use?

What is Creative Commons? What does "non-commercial use" mean? We explain Creative Commons licenses and how they work.

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How to Get Free Microsoft Office for Students

If you're a student, you might be eligible for a free Microsoft Office subscription. Here's how to get it.

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What Are the 3 Types of Windows Licensing?

Microsoft has three types of licenses for its products. Let's learn what they are and how they impact your licensing rights.

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How to Easily Identify Risky End User License Agreements (EULAs)

Here are 5 simple tips to secure yourself from dangerous End User License Agreements (EULAs).

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What Is Desktop as a Service (DaaS)?

Cloud computing infrastructure makes it easier to use remote software, or even an entire remote desktop setup.

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How to Remove the Activate Windows 10 Watermark: 8 Methods to Try

Wondering how to remove the "activate Windows 10" watermark? Here's how to activate Windows or use a workaround to remove it.

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IaaS vs PaaS vs SaaS: What Is the Difference?

IaaS. PaaS. SaaS. What do all of these "as a service" acronyms actually mean?

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Software as a Service: What Is SaaS and How Has it Changed Productivity?

SaaS isn't just another boring techy acronym. It is something you probably use everyday. So, what does SaaS stand for?

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How to Get Windows 10 for Free or Cheap

Windows is expensive. Here's how to buy a Windows product key cheaply or get a license for free legally without breaking the bank.

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8 Ridiculous EULA Clauses You May Have Already Agreed To

Here are some of the most ridiculous terms and conditions in the EULAs of popular services. You may have already agreed to them!

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The Latest Windows 10 Version Won't Be the Last One

What is the latest Windows 10 version? How long is it supported? And why did Microsoft switch to a service model? Answers within!

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