I swore after the last edition that there would be no Windows 8 or Windows RT stories today. I’ve already saturated you with any number of stories about Microsoft’s newest products. And I would have kept that promise had I not read one review that really summed up how each of us should approach Windows 8 (I did keep my promise about Windows RT reviews…none here).
I’ve mentioned here before how much I enjoy reading Windows expert Paul Thurrott’s commentaries and books…as well as his podcast appearances. To me, he is the foremost writer/expert in Windows who will give you his honest feelings and opinions about Microsoft products.
He recently published over several days a complete review and how-to tutorial on using Windows 8. Today, he published Part 8, his conclusions. It is the most honest assessment of the new operating system as I have read. And, understand, he is a strong proponent of Windows 8. He loves it. But if you are thinking about upgrading or buying a new computer, you need to read this article. Actually, if you use any version of Windows, you should read it.
It’s not often I publish a non-tech article, but I thought an article I read about 99 ways to make everyday living easier was wonderful and very helpful, so I have included it here. Be sure and take a look.
OK, let’s get going. - JRC
Security Firm labels more than 290,000 Google Android apps as 'high-risk'
Security vendor Bit9 categorized these Android apps as "questionable" or "suspicious" because they could gain access to personal information to collect GPS data, phone calls, or phone numbers and much more after the user granted "permission" to the app.
Apple iOS 6.0.1 Update Now Available
Apple released an update to iOS 6.0, a fix that quashes a few bugs and gives the iPhone 5 the ability to receive wireless software updates.
iPad mini review round up: What the experts say about Apple's 7.9in tablet
A selection of tech journalist have got their hands on the iPad mini ahead of its release on Friday, and here's what they have to say about Apple's new 7.9in tablet.
iTunes 11 delayed into 'end of November'
Apple says it needs a little longer to finish up work on iTunes 11. The software, which adds a handful of new features and a facelift, was previewed at an event last month, and was originally due by the end of October.
Windows 8 Review, Part 8: The Verdict
I don’t honestly think that most people will dislike Windows 8 on traditional computers. But I also have a hard time believing that any normal person—that is, any non-enthusiast—would want to, or should, go through the time, effort, and potential disaster of upgrading a perfectly good Windows 7-based PC to Windows 8.
Office 2013 review: we go in-depth
Do you feel modern? The next version of Microsoft Office – Office 2013 – gets the Windows 8 treatment, with a touch-friendly interface as well as new features, and goes to the cloud, with subscription pricing, on-demand installation and automatic syncing of settings and documents you save in the cloud – if you want to pay for it that way.
99 Life Hacks to make your life easier!
Only a few of these are tech related, but there are some fabulous tips here that make you wonder why you didn't think of it. Definitely worth a look.
Free online tutorials can teach you almost anything
You can learn just about anything on the Internet these days, thanks to the broad availability of short, free, online video tutorials.
Why is an ebook ever riddled with typos?
Though I’ve only had the Kindle for three weeks, I’ve noticed that the book I’ve been reading, Foucault’s Pendulum, has many typos. This isn’t an out-of-copyright, cheaply made book from a fly-by-night press.
How to Get a Report of the Health of Your Windows 7 PC
Is your PC healthy? Or has it seemed a little under the weather lately? A little-known tool in Windows 7 can give you a report on what is ailing your system. It can also give you a wealth of information about what goes on in a perfectly healthy computer. It’s called the System Health Report. There are several ways to access it and here is one way to open it from the Control Panel:
Wise Disk Cleaner (Free)
Downloading files, installing and uninstalling software, and other daily activities create messes that take up space and impact performance. Wise Disk Cleaner is a housekeeper of sorts, making sure that things are tidy and functioning at their best.
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