In Windows 8, settings are located in two places: in the Control Panel and PC settings. While the traditional Control Panel houses settings that existed from previous Windows versions, the new PC settings includes settings for features introduced with Windows 8. For instance, you can launch language settings, troubleshooting tools, mouse settings, device manager, and […]
Check If Your PC Is Ready For Windows 8 Using Windows 8 Upgrade Assistant
With the general availability of Windows 8 is just a few weeks way, this is the right time to start preparing your computers for Windows 8. Existing Windows XP, Vista, and Windows 7 users who have plans to upgrade to the newest version of Windows may want to check their hardware and software for any […]
How To Pin Internet Explorer To Start Screen In Windows 8
By default, in Windows 8, Internet Explorer and Paint programs are pinned to the Taskbar for the quick access. Users who want to open the newly introduced Metro-UI style Internet Explorer can launch the same by clicking on the Internet Explorer tile on the Start screen. The problem is that one can’t launch the desktop […]
How To Create Your Own Tiles On Start Screen To Launch Programs
The new Start screen in Windows 8 lets you pin folders, webpages, programs and drives as tiles but it doesn’t allow you create your own custom tile to launch programs or files. Not too long ago, we showed you how to add custom tiles to the Start screen with the help of a free tool […]
How To Sync Windows & Account Settings In Windows 8
Apart from the fast and fluid user interface, Windows 8 offers a lot of new features that help you take your computing experience to the next level. One of the coolest features present in Windows 8 is sync settings feature using which one can sync various Windows settings and app settings across multiple Windows 8 […]
How To Sync Internet Explorer History and Favorites In Windows 8
Almost all major web browsers including Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, and Opera lets users sync their bookmarks, passwords, and browsing history across multiple computers. For some reason, Internet Explorer lacks this feature and there aren’t any good tools to do the same. Fortunately, Microsoft has introduced Sync settings feature in Windows 8 and with the […]
How To Disable First Sign-In Animation In Windows 8
Towards the end of Windows 8 RTM installation, the setup displays a small animated tutorial to help users better understand the new features introduced in Windows 8. The guide shows how to bring up the Charms bar using mouse, how to use hot corners, and also how to bring up the Charms bar on a […]
How To Upgrade Windows XP To Windows 8
Computer users who have been using Windows XP for years without upgrading to Windows Vista or Windows 7 may want to upgrade to Windows 8. Microsoft has already announced that Windows XP users will be able to upgrade to Windows 8 Pro for just $39.99 till January 31st, 2013. If you have downloaded ISO file […]
How To Upgrade Windows 8.1 To Windows 8.1 Pro
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, […]
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 […]
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