Latest articles tagged “windows 8”

VPN stands for Virtual Private Network, and it essentially allows you to connect to another network from your current network. Once connected, you can access services on that network, browse files on the shared drives, and connect to other PCs on the ... Read more

Another way you can customize your desktop in Windows, is by changing the lock screen image. This is the screen where you're prompted to enter a password to log-in to your account. ... Read more

As expected, Microsoft launched their Windows 8.1 August Update (update number 2) for its flagship Windows platform in the last 24 hours. It's available as a self-selected download for either 32-bit or 64-bit versions of Windows 8.1. ... Read more

Ryse: Son of Rome is one of the few next-gen console games that is not cross platform, well, at least for now. ... Read more

Taking screenshots is an extremely useful feature that Windows offers, and it's also very easy to take advantage of -- even though a lot of people don't know where to get started. Learn how now! ... Read more

Looking to improve the efficiency of your battery, and extend its overall lifespan? You may have already looked into the Windows Power Plans, typically broken up into Power Saver, Balanced, and High Performance. ... Read more

One of the most important parts of your computer is the BIOS. This is one of the few places you can turn when your operating system is dead, and it's crucial to setting up a new computer. ... Read more

A common variable in Networking is the MAC Address of a network adapter. There are more advanced definitions of what this address is, but basically, it's the physical address of your NIC (network interface card). ... Read more

If you're ever in a situation where you need to use a computer, but don't have access to a keyboard, it seems pretty hopeless at first. However, by using the built-in Windows On-Screen Keyboard, you can actually get by with just a mouse ... Read more

One of the most controversial elements of the new Windows 8 Operating System, was the Start Screen. A lot of long-time users dread this feature, but some still enjoy it -- and it works great on tablets/touch screen interfaces. ... Read more

Creating desktop shortcuts to your most frequently used programs, websites, and games, is a great way to save time and boost efficiency with your PC. ... Read more

To help you save time and hassle we've created the following review of five of the most popular home media servers available today: ... Read more

Regardless of why you're using private browsing, or something similar like Chrome's incognito mode, there is a way you can access it faster than opening the browser first and then a new private window. ... Read more

Those who use Microsoft Office on a regular basis, may encounter a corrupt database from extended use. It isn't something that you can necessarily prevent, or even for-see, but fixing it isn't too complicated. ... Read more

There is one sure fire way to restore that MAC address to whatever it originally was, and it can be done from Windows Control Panel (although third party software can be used as well). ... Read more