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Does Having a Lot of Stuff on Your Desktop Slow Down Your Computer?
As a computer owner, you want a device that is performing optimally at all times. Whether it is work, studies, or entertainment, running into random crashes and overall sluggish speed is not fun. The frustration builds over time, and unless you get to the bottom of the problem and solve it, you can expect to…
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Challenges of Azure Cloud Security and How to Meet Them
Microsoft Azure is amongst the top three cloud service providers. With cloud adoption come the risks of cyber threats, data breaches, and other security risks. No cloud platform is 100% safe, and there are many security issues with every platform. In this article, you will learn about the challenges of Azure cloud security and how…
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How to disable ads on uTorrent
Let’s admit it, one of the first softwares we install on a PC is a torrent client. It is either uTorrent or bitTorrent. We always look for the easiest method to obtain files. uTorrent has for long had options hidden deep into the settings menu that lets the end user get rid of ads without…
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The Free Software Foundation’s Statement On Windows 10
The Free Software Foundation (FSF), a non-profit organisation, which actively supports the free software movement has put out a statement on Windows 10. They have urged everyone to reject windows 10 amind growing privacy concerns. The entire statement is as follows The Free Software Foundation urges everyone to reject Windows 10 and join us in…
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Microsoft gives a good reason to buy Xbox One over Playstation 4
Earlier this week, Microsoft had announced the partnership with EA which would allow gamers to buy a subscription for EA games. It would cost $5 a month or $30 a year and it includes games like Battlefield 4, Fifa 14 and Peggle 2. Microsoft also promised subscribers more games will be added soon and the titles will…
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Choose between OS X or Windows for your next desktop
So you’re planning on buying a new desktop ? Stuck with confusion to choose between OS X or Windows? We’ve decided to take a look at both of the operating systems so that you can decide what you’d want to buy. Interface Mac OS X Yosemite Apple unveiled its new version of Mac OS X…
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Windows Powered Smartphone Launched by Micromax
Little over a week, Xolo launched its first windows mobile based smartphone. Micromax has now followed suite and has launched two devices priced under 10,000 INR. Microsoft made the announcement on the launch of two devices powered by its Windows Phone 8.1 OS. The reason for such cheap priced Windows Phone is because Microsoft removed…
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Everything Microsoft at E3 2014
What does Microsoft at E3 2014 have to offer the gaming community ? Let’s have a look. At E3 2013, it was a massive downfall for Microsoft in promoting Xbox One. It was Sony’s Playstation 4 which had taken all the fame and trust overthrowing Microsoft’s Xbox One. The question still remains, has Xbox One…
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Enable Cortana in Windows Phone 8.1 Outside US
If you are outside of the US you probably don’t have Cortana after you updated to Windows 8.1. The majority of the Windows Phone features work worldwide but Cortana is restricted to US Windows Phone’s because most of the features are restricted to the US environment. Well there is always a workaround, This simple trick…
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What’s new in Windows 8.1 Update ?
Windows 8 has undoubtedly been a milestone in terms of change but not success. Microsoft has been patiently listening to the community and fixing everything possible to please its customers. The windows 8.1 update did manage to please few but much more was expected from the redmond based company. It has been no surprise that Windows…
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Microsoft Goes Desperate; Waives Off Licensing Fee Of Windows Mobile For Indian OEM’s
Microsoft’s windows mobile OS has definitely failed to make any impact globally. It has literally crumbled to the volume of phones running either iOS or Android. Especially in India, It has been miserable and failed to pierce the market. Microsoft has undoubtedly been trying to lure various OEM’s to produce windows phones but talks with Indian OEM’s who…
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Satya Nadella is the new Microsoft CEO
Microsoft finally named Satya Nadella as their new CEO to replace Steve Ballmer who had announced his retirement few months ago. Nadella will take in charge as the CEO immediately allowing Ballmer to retire early. The announcement also included that Bill Gates is stepping down as the Chairman of Microsoft and Microsoft’s lead independent director…
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Vine for Windows Phone Finally Released
Vine which was demoed during Nokia World 2013 event in Abu Dhabi last month has finally been released to the public on the Windows Phone Store.It’s a moment of relief for the Windows Phone users at last as the popular applications from iOS and Android get Windows Phone versions.The Windows Phone version of Vine supports…
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Nokia Announces a Windows Tablet Lumia 2520
Nokia announced their first tablet Lumia 2520 at Abu Dhabi and it is powered by Windows. It has a 10.1 inch display and the same finish like other Lumia phones from Nokia. Has a 1920 x 1080 display with good brightness and viewing angles. It runs on the 2.2 Ghz quad Core Snapdragon 800 processor.…
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Windows 8.1 Available For Pre Orders, Set To Launch On 18th October
Microsoft has officially confirmed that Windows 8.1 code named “Windows Blue” would be launched officially across the globe on 18th October. Development was completed at the end of August and since then everyone was waiting for the launch date from Microsoft. Availability and Pricing The Current Windows 8 users will be able to upgrade to…