Whether you’re looking to troubleshoot problems or optimize your PC, taking a closer look at your installed drivers often helps. Updating drivers to the latest available version can significantly boost system performance as well. So it’s always advisable to keep all drivers up-to-date. As you know, manually updating drivers or software is a tedious job. […]
Archives for January 2013
ZoneAlarm Free Firewall For Windows 8
Microsoft has shipped all recent versions of Windows operating system with a firewall program. A firewall helps you protect your PC from hackers and malicious software. While the default Windows Firewall is good enough for most users, power users may want to install a third-party firewall program to better protect their PCs. Users who are […]
WindowsAndroid: Run Android On Windows
UPDATE: WindowsAndroid has been renamed to Windroy. Android is probably the most powerful and highly customizable mobile operating system out there. Android, since it’s launch by Google back in 2007, has been powering millions low to mid to high-end smartphones, including the famous Samsung Galaxy series. Users who would like to run Android on Windows […]
Windows Defender Status Manager Adds Defender System Tray Icon & Scan With Windows Defender To Context Menu
Unlike its predecessors, Windows 8 ships with an upgraded version of Windows Defender, which now includes many of the features available in Microsoft Security Essentials. In fact, Windows Defender in Windows 8 is Microsoft Security Essentials in disguise. It provides the same level protection as Security Essentials. Windows Defender in Windows 8 helps protect your […]
Start Menu For Windows RT
Microsoft’s decision to drop the Start menu from its Windows 8 operating system hasn’t gone well with Windows users. The new Start screen has received mixed to negative reactions. While the Start menu replacement works great on both traditional PCs and notebooks, it works simply perfect on touch devices. People who’re using Windows 8 on […]
How To Change Desktop Icons Spacing In Windows 8
Windows 7 and earlier versions of Windows shipped with an option to change the vertical and horizontal spacing of icons on the desktop. In Windows 8, along with many other small features, Microsoft has dropped Advanced Appearance Settings under which the option to change the default spacing of desktop icons was present. In Windows 7, […]
WinAeroGlass: Freeware To Enable Aero Glass In Windows 8
Computer users who have upgraded from Windows Vista and Windows 7 to Windows 8 probably aware of the fact that Aero glass transparency isn’t available in the newest version of Windows operating system. Aero glass, a feature introduced with Windows Vista, was dropped from Windows 8 to improve overall Windows performance and power efficiency. While […]
How To Disable Touch Input In Windows 8
Windows Developer Preview, the first preview version of Windows 8, allowed users to disable touch inputs without altering system files or editing the Registry. In the Developer Preview, one could open up the Pen and Touch in the Control Panel to see disable the touch input option. Microsoft has removed this option from the RTM […]
ESET NOD32 Antivirus 6 and ESET Smart Security 6 Final Released
After testing the beta builds of NOD32 Antivirus 6 and Smart Security 6 for close to seven months, ESET has now released the final versions NOD32 Antivirus 6 and Smart Security 6. Interested users can upgrade to the latest version of the security software to protect their PCs from viruses, malware, and other threats. ESET […]
Adobe Photoshop CS2 Free Download
Adobe Photoshop is, without a doubt, the best image processing software out there for Windows and Mac operating systems. While there are plenty Adobe Photoshop alternatives around, none of them come close to Photoshop as far as ease of use and features are concerned. The latest version of Adobe Photoshop, called Photoshop CS6, is available […]