One of the benefits of writing this blog is I get to learn some new things along the way…and passing them along to you. Such is the case today.
As you probably know, I have a fairly new Windows 8 laptop that has given me fits. There are programs that I use on my desktop that I loaded on to my laptop…mostly Windows utility programs. One such program is Revo Uninstaller…and excellent utility that not only deletes unwanted software, but thoroughly removes all remnants of it from your system. It was one of the first programs I put on the laptop to help me get rid of the crapware that always comes with new computers.
On my Windows 7 desktop, Revo can do its job in 2-4 minutes. But on the Windows 8 laptop, it would often take 15-20 minutes to do the same thing. One could leave the room, go have a cup of coffee, and still be waiting for it to finish. Very frustrating.
Then I came across story #6 below about how to run older programs under Windows 8. It turns out one can specify a compatibility setting for each installed Windows programs. So, I changed the compatibility setting on Revo from Windows 8 to Windows 7, then ran it. Boom! It completely wiped out an app in 2-3 minutes. It worked! And it turns out you can change the compatibility settings in Windows 7, Vista, and maybe even XP. To learn more, be sure and read article #6.
There are lots of other interesting computer news, features, and tips in this edition, so I hope you learn something new like I did. -JRC
News and Opinions
Why Apple's 2014 won't be like 2013
It's not just about the next hit product. Apple is preparing for a future beyond phones, tablets, watches and TVs, in which it's the premium brand for life in a fully digital age.
More Than 48 Million Tons Of Gadgets Thrown Away Every Year
What with all of these new and wonderful gadgets out this year, it's no surprise that some of your older tech might end up on the scrap heap.
But not 48.9 million tons of it.
Yahoo forced to acknowledge Yahoo Mail problems in worst failure yet
After a public UI and technical failure with its October redesign, Yahoo Mail miraculously gets worse as it goes. And then, Yahoo acknowledges delivery failures stretching back to November 25.
Microsoft's Windows 8 Is The Perfect OS That Nobody Wants
Windows 8 looks perfect. But new updates may revert its design to appease consumers. What is going on?
ZDNet’s top products and tech trends for 2013
The 13 entries on this list are comprised of two types: tech trends that came into clear focus this year, and products that did something new and have the potential to be disruptive.
Computer Tips and Tricks
How to Run Older Programs under Windows 8 - For Dummies
When a new Windows version, like Windows 8, appears a few years later, some older programs feel threatened by their new environment and refuse to work. If an older program refuses to run under Windows 8, you still have hope because of Windows' secret Compatibility mode.
Accessing God Mode in Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Vista
Here's a great "trick" that will allows you to have ALL the options to control your PC with Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 8 RT, Windows 7, Windows Vista and others in one folder.
Best Free eBooks Online
Some time ago I went looking for some free eBooks and was surprised to find that there are many resources for this. I decided to put together this list of sites that offer free eBooks. Originally, the list was for 50 sites. Today, the list has reached 913 sites.
How to Migrate to a Solid-State Drive Without Reinstalling Windows
Migrating your Windows installation to a small drive can be tricky, because your data won't necessarily all fit on the drive. Here's how to install an SSD without reinstalling Windows from scratch.
Five uninstallers that really work
It never ceases to amaze me how many applications include built-in uninstallers, yet leave fragments behind when you remove them. Fortunately, the are a number of commercial uninstallers that do a good job cleaning up your computer
Tablets and Smartphones
A Quicker Way To Close All Tabs in iOS Safari
Ever find yourself with too many tabs open in Safari on your iPad or another iOS device? They do seem to accumulate pretty quickly for me over the course of a couple days of browsing. Well, here’s a very way for closing all open tabs more quickly.
Can You Really Get Great Shots on an iPhone?
We all understand that, in the right hands, any camera is a good camera (or a good enough camera). So since the iPhone is, at the very least, a very capable camera, perhaps we should be talking about what iPhoneographers can do to maximize their camera’s potential.
Must-Have iPad Apps, 2013 Edition
Another "best of" article, but it is a good one. Worth a look if you own an iPad.
List of 53 New Android Apps you didn’t know about
The only purpose of this article is to share with you new apps which are largely unheard and not so popular...but are worth a look.
List of 35 Best Android HD Games 2013
There are lots of HD Games for Android which you can download straight from Google Play and feel the real experience of High definition gaming.
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