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How to set aside tabs in Microsoft Edge, and use them later

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
13.04.2018

Microsoft Edge has a neat little feature that allows users to store their opened tabs for later so that they can quickly get back to them in the future. This may be useful when you work on something, you need to go somewhere, and want to resume your work later, as quickly as possible. Here is how to set tabs aside in Microsoft Edge,

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Windows 10 Spring Creators Update has been silently delayed by Microsoft

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
11.04.2018

Microsoft has never said anything publicly about the next release of Windows 10: it did not communicate an exact launch date, and it did not even confirm the name - Windows 10 Spring Creators Update. That name only showed up on several occasions to users that are members of the Windows Insider program. Most Windows insiders assumed from the little information that was available

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12+ reasons why you should get Windows 10 April 2018 Update

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
06.04.2018

On April 30th, 2018, Microsoft releases the next major update to Windows 10: April 2018 Update, which has the codename Redstone 4. The upgrade brings several new features and many quality-of-life improvements to the previous Fall Creators Update. If you want to know what is new, and whether it is worth installing, for free, on your Windows 10 computers and devices, read this article:

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Review HyperX Alloy Elite RGB: Advanced lighting, great typing and gaming!

Codrut Neagu
30.03.2018

HyperX recently launched a new gaming keyboard called HyperX Alloy Elite RGB. In the past, we reviewed their first keyboard ever, the HyperX Alloy FPS and we were impressed by what it had to offer, at an excellent price. This time, HyperX created a mechanical keyboard that is rated as being even better than the previous model. The HyperX Alloy Elite RGB is a

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FAT32, exFAT or NTFS? How to format SD cards, memory sticks and hard drives

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
29.03.2018

How should I format my SD card, my USB memory stick, USB external hard disk or my new SSD drive? Should I use the old FAT32 file format or the newer NTFS file format? Or should I try exFAT? It is a tough question for most people, and the right answer differs depending on the type of device that you need to format, as

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Simple questions: What is FAT32 and why is it useful?

Codrut Neagu
28.03.2018

If you ever used a Windows PC or a storage device like a USB memory stick or an SD card, it is almost impossible that you have not heard about FAT32. It is one of the most popular file systems ever used on storage devices of all kinds. If you want to learn more about its history, its purpose and uses, read on. In

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MIO MiVue 786 WiFi review: A premium dash cam with high-end specs

Codrut Neagu
26.03.2018

Dash cams have grown in popularity in the last few years, and drivers are becoming more critical about their hardware specs and features. Recently, we had the opportunity to use and test one of the latest high-end dash cams manufactured by MIO, the MiVue 786 WiFi. It is an elegant dash cam that can record videos in 1080p, transmit them over WiFi and even

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Fix problem: Google Chrome uses a lot of processor (CPU) when I visit a website

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
21.03.2018

A new trend on the internet is that of using websites to mine cryptocurrencies without the knowledge of their visitors. As a result, the visitor's web browser gets slow, and the web browsing experience becomes incredibly frustrating. If you use Google Chrome and your computer's processor usage goes up a lot, when visiting a specific website, then you must read this article. We explain

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9 important criteria to use when choosing your antivirus software

Codrut Neagu
19.03.2018

Are you searching for the best antivirus or the best security solution for your Windows computer or device? There are so many options on the market that you may not know which to choose. You know that you need an antivirus, but you do not know which criteria it should meet. All security companies market their products as being the best, having the greatest

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Should you buy an Antivirus, an Internet Security suite or a Total Security suite?

Codrut Neagu
16.03.2018

Back in the 1990's, antivirus software was all you needed to get adequate protection for your Windows computer. However, times have changed and so have the cyber threats that we face. We do not have to fight only against old-school viruses, but also against rootkits, spyware, ransomware, adware, network attacks, phishing attempts and so on and so forth. The magnitude of the malware that

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Reviewing the Kingston KC1000 NVMe SSD: Upgrade your storage with excellent performance!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
15.03.2018

Kingston is a well-known provider of storage and memory products for computer users. Last year they decided to launch their first NVMe SSD storage device: the Kingston KC1000. We were curious to see how fast it is and how much it can enhance the performance of any modern-day computer. If you are curious to know whether this SSD drive is worth buying, read our

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Top 5 annoying practices of antivirus vendors

Codrut Neagu
14.03.2018

Do you remember the good old days when security vendors used to sell what you asked for? When you wanted to buy antivirus or a security suite, the vendor would sell you precisely that: an antivirus or a security suite. However, times have changed, and many companies do not do that anymore. Instead, they charge for the product you buy, but they also make

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What is SSD TRIM, why is it useful, and how to check whether it is turned on

Codrut Neagu
07.03.2018

In the last couple of years, solid state drives have increasingly gained popularity. It is also probable that you have read or at least heard someone else talking about how fast an SSD (Solid State Drive) is compared to traditional hard drives. If you are already using one or you want to buy an SSD to improve your computer's performance, you should know that

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What are libraries in Windows, and how to use them for organizing your files

Codrut Neagu
06.03.2018

Libraries are one of the most misunderstood and, at the same time, the most useful features in Windows. They can help users organize their files and folders efficiently. By using libraries, you can build a system so that you can always find what you want in seconds. Not only that, but you can also sort, tag or edit files and folders with just a

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Security for everyone - Review Kaspersky Free Antivirus

Codrut Neagu
05.03.2018

The market for free antivirus solutions includes many choices, but not many of them genuinely offer what they promise. Kaspersky is a newcomer on this market, and since last year, they have offered their antivirus engine for free, to anyone who wants to use it. It is distributed under the name of Kaspersky Free Antivirus, and you can download and start using right away,

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Reviewing Xiaomi Mi Router 3: The most beautiful affordable wireless router!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
28.02.2018

Xiaomi is famous for its smartphones and very few western users know that the company makes many other products, including a couple of wireless routers. We recently got our hands on a Xiaomi Mi Router 3. This WiFi router costs less than 40 USD, and it looks like a premium device. But is it any good at networking? To find out the answer to

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Security for everyone - Review Webroot Internet Security Complete

Codrut Neagu
26.02.2018

Webroot is an IT company which specializes in creating and delivering security products that rely on cloud-based intelligence. That means that their security products are minimal, with little regarding system requirements, and rely on your internet connection to protect you. But do their antivirus products manage to efficiently protect you against malware, phishing attempts, and network attacks? In this review, we assess the company's

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How to work with custom views in Event Viewer (all Windows versions)

Codrut Neagu
23.02.2018

Event Viewer is one of those tools in Windows that are hidden treasures. It can show logs about pretty much everything that happened on your computer, and it can help you troubleshoot any problems your computer might have. However, the information it shows can often be overwhelming in amount and details. Fortunately, it also offers ways of sorting and filtering all that information so

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Fitbit Charge 2 review: One of the best fitness trackers money can buy!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
23.02.2018

Many fitness trackers tend to be bulky, with a lackluster design that is lacking in elegance. Fitbit is one of the companies that has understood this problem and their latest generation of devices tends to be better looking than their competitors'. Fitbit Charge 2 is one of their most popular devices - a fitness wristband with heart rate monitoring, multi-sport modes, guided breathing sessions,

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Set up two-step verification for your Microsoft account with Google Authenticator

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
22.02.2018

Microsoft offers two-step verification for your Microsoft account. However, when you try to enable it, the company tries to force you into using their Microsoft Authenticator app. While using this app has some benefits, some users might prefer using another two-step verification app, like Google Authenticator. Here is how to enable two-step verification for your Microsoft account and use any third-party authenticator app you

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