Windows | - Part 9

This Hack Brings Windows 7 Updates to Kaby Lake and Ryzen PCs

It’s obvious that Microsoft is pushing Windows 10 really hard. Even though it was free to upgrade from Windows 7 or 8 for a year after Windows 10 launched, many people refused to do so. Of course, while Windows 10 is getting new feature updates, Windows 7 and 8.1 are still supported and receiving security… read more »

Microsoft Unveils a Streamlined Version of Windows 10

Microsoft has unveiled a new version of Windows 10 called Windows 10 S. This is Microsoft’s answer to Chrome OS, and the new streamlined version of Windows 10 is being targeted mainly at students. Can Windows 10 S take a serious slice out of Google’s share of the education market? Chromebooks aren’t for everyone, but… read more »

Microsoft: Don’t Install the Windows 10 Creators Update!

Microsoft is currently rolling out the Creators Update to Windows 10 users. The Windows 10 Creators Update adds a host of new features, which could mean you’re keen to get your hands on it. However, Microsoft is warning users not to install the Windows 10 Creators Update manually. You’ve probably heard quite a lot about… read more »

The 6 Best Parental Control Apps for Windows

As the world continues its relentless charge into the digital age, it’s more important than ever to ensure your children are protected from some of the web’s more mature content. It’s impossible to know just how much of the internet is devoted to adult material, but estimates suggest pornography alone accounts for anywhere from 5–35… read more »

Privacy and Windows 10: Your Guide to Windows Telemetry

Windows 10 was a huge success after it launched in 2015. As of March 2017, it was running on over a quarter of Desktop computers worldwide, only trailing Windows 7, which was released six years prior. Microsoft appeared to have listened to feedback about Windows 8 and sought to mix the best of Windows 7… read more »

How to 1-Click Reinstall Windows 10 Without Losing Personal Data

Reinstalling Windows is a lot easier than it once was. In the days of Windows XP, you didn’t have much choice aside from erasing everything and restoring from a backup. Fast-forward to Windows 10 and Microsoft has added plenty of options for getting a fresh start. Coming in the imminent Creators Update (which you can… read more »

7 Must-Use Netflix Tips and Tweaks for Windows Users

I only watch Netflix in two ways: on my smart TV and on my Windows PC. While the big-screen-and-couch combo is nicer for movies, I prefer watching TV shows on the computer because smart TV interfaces are often terrible. And while I used to watch Netflix solely in my browser, I recently switched to using… read more »

Regret Updating Windows 10? How to Revert to an Earlier Version

The Windows 10 Creators Update is now available. Microsoft is slowly rolling out the launch to all Windows 10 users in batches. This reduces strain on Microsoft’s servers, while also allowing it to catch bugs before they spread to the general public. Maybe you were one of the first to get the Creators Update, or… read more »

This Free Tool Can Help You Save a Lot of Disk Space on Windows

Those on tiny hard drives know the daily struggle of juggling your files to avoid low storage space warnings. When you barely have enough hard drive space to run Windows, you need to save space in any way possible. If you’ve already deleted all the excess data on your PC but need more space, there’s… read more »

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