Microsoft has simplified editions in the latest iteration of Windows. Windows 8/8.1 comes in four editions: Windows 8/8.1, Windows 8/8.1 Pro, Windows 8/8.1 Enterprise, and Windows 8/8.1 RT. While the first three editions are designed for desktops, notebooks, and netbooks, the last edition runs only on tablets powered by ARM chips. Just like its predecessors, […]
Archives for August 2012
How To Add Scan With Windows Defender Option To Folder Context Menu In Windows 8
To provide better security, the newest version of Windows comes with a solid antivirus program that helps you keep your PC secure from viruses, malware, and other threats. Windows 8 ships with an updated version of Windows Defender program that now includes all features of the Security Essentials program as well as its familiar interface. […]
TaskbarPinner: Pin Documents And Webpages To Taskbar
Looking to pin your favorite folders to the Taskbar? Or may you want to pin one or more websites to the taskbar for quick access in Windows 7 and Windows 8. As you know, both Windows 7 and Windows 8 let you pin applications to the taskbar so that you can launch your favorite software […]
How To Disable Lock Screen In Windows 8
Just like all major mobile platforms, Windows 8 also comes with its own lock screen. The lock screen is one of the new features introduced in Windows 8 and displays date & time by default. Users can customize the lock screen by adding notifications and changing default lock screen background. The lock screen is the […]
How To Always Open Links In Desktop Internet Explorer In Windows 8
Users who are running Windows 8 on a desktop or notebook always prefer using the desktop version of Internet Explorer over the Modern UI (aka Metro-style) browser. Even though the Modern UI IE provides more screen area and works great on netbooks and touch screen devices, it isn’t perfect for big screens. As you might […]
How To Customize Start Screen In Windows 8
It’s a very well known fact that Microsoft has dropped Start menu from Windows 8 and introduced Start screen as replacement. The Start screen is elegant, feature-rich, and highly customizable. You can customize almost everything on the Start screen in a jiffy. We have already shown a number of guides to personalize the Start screen. […]
How To Name Groups On Start Screen In Windows 8
Along with many other small features, Microsoft has dropped the good old Start menu from Windows 8 and has introduced Start screen as replacement. While users can always install third-party programs such as Classic Shell & ViStart to get the Start menu back, the Start screen works much better than these Start menu programs. The […]
How To Legally Install Apps Purchased From Windows 8 Store On Up To Five PCs
As some of you know, when you purchase an app from the Store in Windows 8, you can legally install the same app on up to five Windows 8 machines for free. This is a good option as many of us have multiple PCs at home. Whenever you purchase and install apps on a new […]
How To Purchase Apps From Store In Windows 8
Just like mobile operating systems, Windows 8 also comes with app Store. It’s one of the main features of Windows 8, and lets users browse and safely install thousands of apps. While downloading desktop apps aren’t supported, users can install modern UI (also known as Metro-style) apps. We have previously shown you how to search […]
How To Block Email Addresses In Outlook.com
Microsoft recently released its new webmail service Outlook.com to the public. The new email service from Microsoft includes all the features and options you would expect in a good mail service. The simple, clutter-free interface is probably the highlight of Outlook.com. Outlook.com comes with some cool features to keep your inbox clean from spam messages. […]
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