How to Access Windows Remote Desktop Over the Internet - How-To Geek

How to Access Windows Remote Desktop Over the Internet - How-To Geek: "We’ve covered several solutions for accessing your desktop remotely over the Internet, including TeamViewer and VNC. However, if you have a Professional edition of Windows, you already have Windows Remote Desktop installed."

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How to Create and Use a Recovery Drive or System Repair Disc in Windows 8 - How-To Geek

How to Create and Use a Recovery Drive or System Repair Disc in Windows 8 - How-To Geek: "Windows 8 allows you to create a recovery drive (USB) or system repair disc (CD or DVD) that can be used to troubleshoot and restore your computer. Each type of recovery media gives you access to Windows’ advanced startup options."

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Your New Kindle: What You Need to Know | PCMag.com

Your New Kindle: What You Need to Know | PCMag.com: "Welcome to the digital book revolution. The latest Amazon Kindle and Kindle Paperwhite are Amazon's best ebook readers yet. They're also pretty easy to use. But Amazon doesn't pack a printed manual, and Amazon's Web site doesn't necessarily emphasize the simplest way to do things, either."

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2012 Year in Review: Google | News & Opinion | PCMag.com

2012 Year in Review: Google | News & Opinion | PCMag.com: "t's been years since Google could be pigeon-holed as a mere search engine. This past year did nothing to change that—in fact, Google accelerated its positioning in a variety of established and cutting-edge markets that range far afield from its origins as a company."

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The 10 Best Kindle Fire Games | PCMag.com

The 10 Best Kindle Fire Games | PCMag.com: "Your new Amazon Kindle Fire$159.00 at Amazon, Kindle Fire HD$199.00 at Amazon, or Kindle Fire HD 8.9$499.00 at Amazon tablet isn't just for reading books and watching movies. Amazon's Appstore also has thousands of games, and it's easy to while away the hours playing well-known titles on your inexpensive tablet. We played a slew of them to pick out the best."

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Acer: Touch-screen laptops will be everywhere soon | Microsoft - CNET News

Acer: Touch-screen laptops will be everywhere soon | Microsoft - CNET News: "Touch-screen laptops are going to take over the market, Acer's president said in an interview with Taipei-based Digitimes. But he noted that Apple is so far a no-show on this front."

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What’s The Best File Compression Method? MakeUseOf Tests Zip, RAR & More

What’s The Best File Compression Method? MakeUseOf Tests Zip, RAR & More: "File compression is an important and common task users frequently ask of their computers. Reducing a file’s size makes it easier to email or place on a flash drive. It also reduces bandwidth usage and the time required to move a file between PCs."

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The Ultimate Guide to Technology Buying | PCMag.com

The Ultimate Guide to Technology Buying | PCMag.com: "There's nothing like a fresh new year to make your aging tech look even older. Didn't get that iPhone 5 on your holiday wish list?"

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Why You Should Pay for Apps | News & Opinion | PCMag.com

Why You Should Pay for Apps | News & Opinion | PCMag.com: "So you just got a smartphone or tablet for Christmas. Great! Now buy some apps. No, not free apps. You, or a special someone, just spent, what, $200-plus on your new gadget? Plunk down $10 for some apps."

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The Biggest Tech Failures of 2012 - Slideshow from PCMag.com

The Biggest Tech Failures of 2012 - Slideshow from PCMag.com: "Remember how in 2010, digital picture frames were all the rage? (PCMag published a buyer's guide, in case you’re still looking.)"

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