Tina Sieber
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Are You a Windows 10 Upgrade Refugee? Do This First!
Did Microsoft just upgrade your computer to Windows 10? Since February, Windows 10 is being pushed as a Recommended update on Windows 7 and 8.1 computers. This is what you can do after you've been upgraded. → Read More
How You Can Use Microsoft OneNote for Project Management
OneNote is the ideal collaboration tool for managing simple projects in small teams. And it's completely free. See how OneNote can help your projects take off! → Read More
Microsoft Strikes Again – How to NOT Upgrade to Windows 10
Windows 10 is now a recommended update on Windows 7 and 8.1 computers. If you're not yet ready to upgrade, it's time to double-check your Windows Update settings. We show you how. → Read More
Install Google Play & Remove Ads on an Amazon Fire Tablet Without Root
There's no root required for these tweaks. Want to get rid of lockscreen ads and install the Google Play Store on your Amazon Kindle Fire tablet? We show you how to do that! → Read More
Why You Need to Upgrade Windows 8 NOW & Your Options
Eventually, support for every Windows version expires, leaving PCs full of holes, entry points for malware, and opportunities for hackers. Windows 8 recently reached end of support status - we show you why and how to upgrade. → Read More
7 Default Windows 10 Settings You Should Check Immediately
Microsoft made some questionable decisions with Windows 10. Some of its default settings should not be left alone. We show you how to improve privacy, conserve bandwidth, reduce distraction, and lots more. → Read More
Brace Yourself for the Windows News of 2016
What will 2016 bring for Windows users? We have compiled events that are certain, such as aggressive Windows 10 upgrade promotions closer to the summer. And we speculate what surprises Microsoft might have in store. → Read More
How to Block the Aggressive Windows 10 Upgrade on Windows 7 and 8.1
Microsoft ramps up its efforts to make users upgrade to Windows 10. Come 2016, many people will wake up to a new operating system, despite never having consented to the upgrade. Don't be one of them! → Read More
Take Back Control Over Driver Updates in Windows 10
A bad Windows driver can ruin your day. In Windows 10, Windows Update automatically updates hardware drivers. If you suffer the consequences, let us show you how to roll back your driver and block future updates. → Read More
How to Manage Windows Update in Windows 10
For control freaks, Windows Update is a nightmare. It's designed to operate in the background, automatically keeping your system safe and running smoothly. We show you how it works and what you can customize. → Read More
How to Downgrade from Office 2016 to Office 2013 & Block the Upgrade
You don't want to upgrade to Microsoft Office 2016 or you were upgraded automatically? We show you how you can downgrade or stay with Microsoft Office 2013, whether you're a home or business user. → Read More
How to Install Windows 10 for Free on any Windows, Linux, or OS X PC
You don't have to upgrade to Windows 10 to try it. Whether you qualify for the free upgrade or want to try Windows 10 on Linux or OS X, you can evaluate it for free. → Read More
Simple Time & Project Management Strategies You Can Use at Home
Are you longing to make changes in your life? Whatever it is that you would like to achieve, treat it like a project and complement it with our exercises to increase your chance for success. → Read More
How to Ban Windows 10 Ads & NSFW Content from Your Desktop
Windows 10 may be crossing a line with desktop ads and NSFW content. Microsoft and third-party developers can push promotional material directly onto your desktop. We show you how you can defend yourself. → Read More
Migrate to Linux without Leaving Windows Behind with a Virtual Machine Conversion
You can have the best of both worlds: Merge Linux with your Windows setup. We show you how to import your complete Windows system into a virtual machine running in Linux. → Read More
6 Ways to Hack & Customize the Windows 10 Start Menu
The Windows 10 Start Menu combines classic elements with modern tiles. Tiles can add a lot of creative freedom. We'll give you tips and reveal tricks for customizing the entire Start Menu to your preferences. → Read More
5 Google Sheets Settings Essential for Teamwork
Google Sheets has more features to support collective data input and processing than you may think. We'll introduce you to Google Sheets functions and features that are essential for group projects. → Read More
Be the First to Test New Windows 10 Builds as Windows Insider
Windows Insiders are the first to test new Windows 10 builds. They are also the first to suffer from bugs. Here we show you how to join or leave the program and how to share feedback. → Read More
How to Upgrade to Windows 10 Now & Why You Should Wait
Have you been waiting patiently since July 29 for your Windows 10 upgrade? You should probably wait until you receive an official notification, but if you are determined, you can force the Windows 10 upgrade. → Read More
How to Substitute OneDrive Smart Files in Windows 10
Microsoft broke OneDrive on Windows 10 for power users. The removal of placeholders, also known as smart files, has disappointed many users who upgraded from Windows 8.1. We have compiled several workarounds. → Read More