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Reasons Windows 7 is Better
Microsoft has recently developed its new operating system, Windows 7 and has released its beta version for public testing. There have been certain changes and improvements made based on its predecessor, the Windows Vista. Many of them have dealt with the security features that will make Windows 7 a more secure and stable OS. Here are some of those security changes found. User Account Control Chang... [Read More]
Transitioning to Linux
Many computer users are intrigued about using Linux operating systems, but are afraid to do so because they thought it is too complicated. However, they just cannot resist the many benefits of using a Linux: it is a very reliable operating system that can perform multiple tasks at once, and most especially it is free. Learning Linux does not have to be a whole new boot camp training, as you can tr... [Read More]
Windows XP Tips
Even with the introduction of the more recent versions of Microsoft Windows such as Windows Vista and the upcoming Windows 7, many PC users still prefer to stick to their Windows XP mainly because of its ease of usage. However, as many users may have noticed, Windows XP can make your computer perform slowly or automatically load your computer with unnecessary updates. Here are some eas... [Read More]
What Makes Linux Different from Windows
More and more people are beginning to get curious about Linux operating system, especially when it comes to its performance. Imagine, your hard drive would only need a fraction of virtual memory for the same work you do while performing on Windows. What are the other differences that Linux is superior at compared to Windows? Let us find out.Linux uses smaller components than WindowsBeing a UNIX cl... [Read More]
How to Move from Windows to Linux
For a newbie in computer, when all you know about computers are about browsing the Net and watching videos on YouTube, changing your operating system may seem a little bit farfetched. However, there are several reasons why ditching your Windows away in favor of Linux may work wonders for you. For one, Linux is compatible for people who multitask in their computers all the time and tend to express ... [Read More]
Fixes for Vista's Worst Features
When the new Windows Vista operating system came out, it had its share of complaints and problem points that seem to annoy a lot of its users. Of course every new software product, especially one as big as an operating system, can have its shares of flaws and glitches in the initial stages. Here are some ways to fix some of Vista's most annoying problem areas. One-Way FirewallPrevious Windows oper... [Read More]
Windows Vista vs. Windows XP
Windows Vista is the latest operating systems from Microsoft, an update of its Windows XP. Since it is the longest time that Microsoft introduced a new operational system after its predecessor, many users were a little taken aback because of its major changes, especially among those who have become used to Windows XP. Here we illustrate the differences between Windows XP and its latest... [Read More]
The Evolution of Microsoft Windows
In the beginning of 1983, Microsoft started developing Windows, an application system to extend the capability of its own MS-DOS system. This article highlights some of the most important developments in the history of Microsoft Windows: Windows 1.0, Windows 3.0, Windows 3.1 and NT, Windows 95, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows Millennium Edition (Me), Windows XP, Windows Server 20... [Read More]
What Is Windows Live OneCare?
Windows Live OneCare or Windows OneCare Live is a computer and performance enhancement service that was developed by Microsoft for PC's that uses its proprietary Windows operating systems. What it does is help check PC's for viruses and removes them. Windows Live OneCare can also help improve PC performance by getting rid of unwanted items on the computer's hard disk. Windows Live OneCare debuted ... [Read More]
Linux for Beginners
Even though Linux has been around for some time now. But it seems that there are still a lot of people who may have heard but do not really know what it is. Linux is a type of operating system for computers that is patterned after Unix. What has made it quite popular in the computing world is that it is a notable example of an open source software, a program that is offered and used for free and c... [Read More]