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7 Signs You Are a Seasoned Windows User
Windows has been around since 1985, making it positively ancient. Have you been there since the beginning? Here's some fun trivia about early Windows.
Why You Shouldn't Use an Old Version of Windows
If you've been putting off that Windows 10 upgrade, you should consider updating. Here's why you shouldn't use old versions of Windows.
The Most Hated Windows Versions (And Why They Were So Bad)
The rule of thumb is that every other version of Windows is awesome. Why were the "bad" versions of Windows so hated?
How to Best Use Your Old Windows XP or Vista Computer
Windows XP has not received security patches since 2014. As of April 11, Windows Vista is following suite. We show you five ways to safely use your unsupported XP or Vista computer.
Microsoft Is Finally Killing Windows Vista
Microsoft will soon consign Windows Vista to the dustbin of history. So if you're running Vista the time has come to upgrade to a newer version of Windows. Pick your poison!
The 12 Most Ridiculous Windows Errors of All Time
You probably see plenty of boring Windows error messages every day. Come enjoy some ridiculous ones, just for laughs.
Home Network Tip: How to Share Files & Folders Between Windows User Accounts
Sometimes computer can be physically very close together, but seem miles apart when you try transfer a file. Use this guide to help you fling files from PC to PC with the greatest of ease.
The Forgotten Retro Sounds of the Early Windows Era
This year marks the release of the final Windows version. 20 years earlier, Windows 95 was born. Do you remember how it sounded? Join us on a nostalgic audio trip down memory lane.
How to Get a Cheap Windows 7 or 8 License Now to Upgrade to Windows 10 for Free
Worried about the future of your old or pirated Windows copy? Now is the time to snatch a cheap Windows 7 or 8 license to secure yourself that free upgrade to Windows 10. We show you where.
System Restore On Reboot - Deep Freeze Your Windows Installation With Free Tools
If you've ever wanted to maintain a system state to keep it secure and not allow any changes, then you might want to try deep freezing your Windows computer.
How To Add Programs To Your Startup On Windows Vista, 7 & 8
It recently came to my attention that there are people who are under the impression that to allow a program to run at startup, you'll need to either enable it in the included program's options or preferences or expect it to be shown on your System Configuration page (for those of you using Vista or 7, as it doesn't exist in 8). That's just not the case. Anything and everything can be launched on your Windows startup.
What Is The Windows Experience Index, And How To Maximize It
The average user doesn't have a clue what type of hardware they really need. To them, hardware specifications are a jungle and figuring out what they should upgrade if they experience performance issues is a daunting adventure. To make all of this a little easier, Microsoft introduced the Windows Experience Index with Windows Vista. The index was designed as a benchmark tool that scores your estimated Windows experience based on your system hardware. But what exactly is the Windows Experience Index?
Which Windows Version Is The Best Of All Time? [MakeUseOf Poll]
Sorry Mac and Linux users, this week’s poll is all about Windows, but even if you don’t currently use the most popular OS in the world, you’re bound to have an opinion in the matter. This week we want to find out which is your favorite Windows version of all times.
5 Simple Ways To Keep Selected Windows On Top [Windows]
Computers are made to multitask. As a result, we all have to juggle with multiple open windows to jump back and forth between various tasks. Sometimes, however, you just want to keep one window in your view regardless of what else happens on your screen. Surprisingly, Windows does not offer a native feature for this task. In this article I will introduce five tools that fill this niche.
