A powerful trick to fix an unstable computer | Komando.com

A powerful trick to fix an unstable computer | Komando.com: "I'm going to start by admitting this isn't the most exciting topic in the world. We're going to be exploring the inner workings of Windows, which any tech will tell you is far from a bundle of laughs."



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You can securely wipe your files, hard drive or SSD with one of these free utilities | PCWorld

You can securely wipe your files, hard drive or SSD with one of these free utilities | PCWorld: "Stoqn Tochev asked about securely erasing sensitive files without destroying everything on his hard drive. I'll discuss SSDs, as well."



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When the time comes, you'll be able to make Windows 10 look like Windows 7 | PCWorld

When the time comes, you'll be able to make Windows 10 look like Windows 7 | PCWorld: "Tom Corbett is considering moving to Windows 10 when the time comes, “but I do want the desktop to look like Windows 7.”"



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HTG Explains: Should You Pay More For a Faster Internet Connection?

HTG Explains: Should You Pay More For a Faster Internet Connection?: "Your Internet service provider probably wants to sell you a faster Internet connection. Pay more money every month and you’ll get faster Internet speeds — sounds simple. But do you even need those speeds, and when would you notice them?"



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Wi-Fi vs. Ethernet: How Much Better is a Wired Connection?

Wi-Fi vs. Ethernet: How Much Better is a Wired Connection?: "Wi-Fi is obviously more convenient than wired Ethernet cables. But Ethernet still offers advantages — faster speeds, lower latency, and no wireless interference problems."



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15 Can't-Miss Chrome Extensions for Productivity

15 Can't-Miss Chrome Extensions for Productivity: "More Google gold for you! You listed some of your favorite Chrome extensions in one of our recent polls and Dave turned them into a handy list. Today we bring you a few more essential extensions geared toward helping you work better online."



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The Best Games You Can Play with One Hand on Your iPhone

The Best Games You Can Play with One Hand on Your iPhone: "We live in a busy world, one where the luxury of using both your hands to beat the last boss may not always be immediately available. Today we’re showcasing some great games that you can play while you’re busy holding a baby or just trying to stand in the subway without falling over."



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HTG Reviews The Wink Hub: Give Your Smarthome a Brain without Breaking the Bank

HTG Reviews The Wink Hub: Give Your Smarthome a Brain without Breaking the Bank: "Having a home packed with smart devices is great but managing them all in a smooth and unified fashion can be a nightmare: enter the home automation hub. Read on as we field test the Wink Hub and show you how to get your devices working together."



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How to Get a Chrome OS-like Operating System on Any PC

How to Get a Chrome OS-like Operating System on Any PC: "Want to turn any old computer into a Chromebook? Google doesn’t provide official builds of Chrome OS for any old computer, but there are ways you can install the open-source Chromium OS software or a similar operating system."



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3+ Myths Told about Windows that Aren't True (Anymore)

3+ Myths Told about Windows that Aren't True (Anymore): "While the authors at MakeUseOf carry diverse preferences on computer OSes, we’ve written in defense of Windows, explaining why it’s still a viable option in the world of Mac OS X and Chromebooks. Of course, people continue to hate things they don’t prefer using and so stereotypes about Windows persist."



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Wi-Fi vs Ethernet: Which Should You Use and Why?

Wi-Fi vs Ethernet: Which Should You Use and Why?: "The world is going wireless. The lack of clutter and the convenience of being able to connect to the Internet almost anywhere means Wi-Fi is the first choice for anyone who is looking to go online."



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Is an Octa-Core Better than a Quad-Core? Not Always! Android Processors Explained

Is an Octa-Core Better than a Quad-Core? Not Always! Android Processors Explained: "Buying an Android phone can be overwhelming. As if the sheer variety of choices on offer wasn’t difficult enough, manufacturers use jargon that confuses the buyer."



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How Facebook is Killing the Open Web

How Facebook is Killing the Open Web: "The way we use the web is changing. The rise of social networks and apps have created closed silos where people are spending increasing amounts of time, at the expense of the open web."



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What To Do When Your iPhone or iPad Runs Out of Space

What To Do When Your iPhone or iPad Runs Out of Space: "Run out of space and your iPhone will inform you your storage is almost full. You won’t be able to install new apps, take photos, sync media files, install operating system updates, or do anything else that requires space until you make some."



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What to Do When Your Android Phone or Tablet Won’t Turn On

What to Do When Your Android Phone or Tablet Won’t Turn On: "You turn on your Android phone or tablet by pressing its power button — simple. If that button won’t work, your device isn’t necessarily broken — there are ways to bring it back to life."



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How Do You Know When It’s Time to Replace Your Battery?

How Do You Know When It’s Time to Replace Your Battery?: "Batteries don’t last forever — they only have so many charge cycles. As you use your battery, it will degrade over time and you’ll get less and less battery life from it. Eventually, you’ll want to replace a device’s battery — or get a new device with a new battery."



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▶ 3 surprisingly easy PC repairs you should do yourself | PCWorld

▶ 3 surprisingly easy PC repairs you should do yourself | PCWorld: "PCs can be confusing, even scary at times, but the truth is they shouldn't be. That's especially true when it comes to simple hardware upgrades, repairs, or software fixes.

Sure, you could pay the overpriced techies at Geek Squad to fix your Windows system for you, but why bother? Tech support is often hiding a dirty secret: You could easily do most of this stuff on your own and save yourself some serious money in the process.

To get you started, here are three fixes you should almost never pay someone else to do."



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Bloatware Banished: Windows 10 Eliminates the Need to Ever Reinstall Windows on New PCs

Bloatware Banished: Windows 10 Eliminates the Need to Ever Reinstall Windows on New PCs: "Geeks often immediately reinstall Windows on their new PCs to get a completely clean system. Thanks to a change in Windows 10, you can get a fresh copy of Windows on any PC without downloading an ISO file and reinstalling Windows."



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Microsoft reveals all the editions of Windows 10 | The Verge

Microsoft reveals all the editions of Windows 10 | The Verge: "While Microsoft has not yet revealed an exact date for the Windows 10 launch (other than summer), the software giant is revealing all the editions today that will be made available when the operating system is finalized. Windows 10 Home is what Microsoft calls the "consumer-focused desktop edition."



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Samsung takes another step into Internet of Things

Samsung takes another step into Internet of Things: "SAN FRANCISCO — Four months ago, Samsung Electronics vowed to make the Internet of Things a staple of its $211 billion business. Today, it delivered a key piece."



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Jawbone Up3 review: a feature-packed disappointment

Jawbone Up3 review: a feature-packed disappointment: "Is there room for a $180 health band today that doesn't have a built-in display and is totally reliant on your smartphone? "



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For Venom security flaw, the fix is in: Patch your VM today | ZDNet

For Venom security flaw, the fix is in: Patch your VM today | ZDNet: "That's the good news. The bad news is many of you, even though you may use a QEMU-based hypervisor on your server or for your cloud, think you've nothing to worry about. You do."



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The Best Security Suites for 2015 | PCMag.com

The Best Security Suites for 2015 | PCMag.com: "When you sit down at your computer, security is probably the last thing on your mind. You want to check your email, catch up with friends on social networks, play some games, or maybe buy some goodies online. The problem here is that you actually need security"



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23 Hidden Chrome Features That Will Make Your Life Easier - Slideshow from PCMag.com

23 Hidden Chrome Features That Will Make Your Life Easier - Slideshow from PCMag.com: "Browsers have evolved far beyond their original mission of providing one-way windows into the world wide webosphere. Indeed, as more services migrate to the cloud, browsers only reinforce their new role as multi-function boxes of digital magic."



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How to Create a Drop Cap in Word 2013

How to Create a Drop Cap in Word 2013: "A drop cap is a decorative element typically used in documents at the start of a section or chapter. It’s a large capital letter at the beginning or a paragraph or text block that has the depth of two or more lines of normal text."



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Intel Compute Stick Review & Rating | PCMag.com

Intel Compute Stick Review & Rating | PCMag.com: "BY JOEL SANTO DOMINGO
A PC you can fit into the palm of your hand? That's been a pipe dream for most computer manufacturers. But it looks like Intel is setting up to change the technology landscape with its Compute Stick ($150 as tested), a complete Windows 8.1 small-form-factor (SFF) desktop PC that's not that much bigger than a USB flash drive."



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How to Add Hidden Private Channels to Your Roku

How to Add Hidden Private Channels to Your Roku: "Not every Roku channel appears in the channel store. There are quite a few hidden “private channels” you have to go out of your way to find."



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How to Test Your Internet Connection Speed or Cellular Data Speed

How to Test Your Internet Connection Speed or Cellular Data Speed: "How fast is your Internet connection? Sure, your Internet service provider has given you some numbers, and your cellular provider probably says you get blazing fast 4G LTE. But how fast is it, actually?"



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