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Windows 8 Crashing? How to Easily Troubleshoot Blue Screen & Other Issues
Windows 8 isn't perfect. That said, most blue screens and application crashes aren't Windows' fault. Our tips will help you identify exactly what's wrong with your PC and fix it.
Four Places to Find Your Windows 8 Product Key
With Windows 8, finding the 25-digit product key got harder. But you still need it to download installation media or install on a machine that didn't come pre-installed with Windows 8.
How To Boot Into Safe Mode In Windows 8
In Safe Mode, you can troubleshoot and fix Windows issues. When you enter Safe Mode, Windows loads a minimal environment that ensures a stable system.
Windows XP: What's Happening To It Now?
Windows XP may be dead, but it's not yet gone. Over 27% of computers connected to the Internet still run Windows XP. Here's exactly what "end of support" means for Windows XP systems.
Forget the End of Life Woes: Windows 8 Has an XP Mode
Windows XP mode is restricted to Professional versions of Windows 7. But there's a way to get Windows XP Mode running on Windows 8 anyway. All you need is a computer running Windows 8.
Bypass Georestrictions By Changing Your Smartphone's DNS Settings
Services like UnoDNS and Unblock-Us aren't just for your computer. They'll work on smartphones, tablets, and even game consoles.
5 Reasons Why You Love Windows XP & What You Sacrifice
Nearly 30% of computers are still running Windows XP. It was a stable and reliable system for years, but all good things come to an end. Almost no good reasons to keep using Windows XP remain.
5 Tools To Migrate Your Data From Windows XP
Are you looking for easy ways to migrate your personal data from Windows XP to a modern operating system? It's long past time to upgrade from Windows XP and we have got you covered.
Is It Illegal To Root Your Android or Jailbreak Your iPhone?
Whether you're rooting an Android phones or jailbreaking an iPhone, you're removing the restrictions the manufacturer or cellular carrier placed on the device you own – but is it legal?
Compress PDFs & Reduce File Size With Free Windows Tools & Tricks
PDFs can be very large. If you ever need to compress a PDF file to email or upload it somewhere, you have multiple options. This article offers a summary.
Does Your Mac Really Need Tools Like MacKeeper?
System cleaning tools and utility suites aren't just for Windows PCs. But what do these tools do, exactly? And should you use them?
3 Browsers With Cool Touch Features For Windows 8
The last thing you want on a touch-enabled Windows 8 device is a desktop browser that's poorly designed for touch screens. Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Chrome all have modern interfaces optimized for touch input.
Should You Buy A Smartwatch Now, Or Wait?
Everyone is talking about smartwatches and other wearables as "the next big thing." So, should you buy a smartwatch today, or wait for the smartwatches to come?
Troubleshoot and Share Your Wireless Internet in Windows 8
Wi-Fi problems can be obnoxious, but most can be fixed without a degree in computer networking. Your Windows 8 wireless Internet connection can be shared via cellular data, Ethernet, or even another Wi-Fi connection.
Native Security and Privacy Options For Windows 8.1 Explained
Windows 8.1 security and privacy features include anti-malware, automatic device encryption, or built-in fingerprint reader support. We show you how to make your touch-first tablet, traditional PC, or other Windows 8.1 device more secure.
How Easy Is It To Sync Google Mail, Contacts & Calendar To Your iPad?
You can use Apple's iCloud for email and contacts on your iPad, but there's a good chance you already use Gmail and Google Calendar.
7 Useful and Fun Tricks Hidden in Hearthstone
Hearthstone is easy to start playing, but the game is full of hidden little tricks that you might not notice.
6 Tips for Getting More Gold, Cards, and Dust in Hearthstone
Blizzard wants you to spend real money on it, but it's easy to play the game without ever spending a cent. Follow these tips to have an easier time earning gold, cards, and arcane dust in the game.
3 Free Ways to Play DVDs and Blu-Ray in Windows 8.1
Windows 8.1 still can't play DVD and Blu-ray movies out of the box. What to do if you have a bunch of movies on discs? Luckily, free programs have you covered.
How to Disable Forced Restarts After a Windows Update
Are you tired of Windows hassling you to reboot your computer after updates were installed? Miss a pop-up and it reboots automatically. Stop this madness and reboot at your leisure.