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SysAdmin Corner: Getting More From Windows

by Brett Thomas on November 26, 2012 in Software, Windows

As a non-Windows user who’s forced to use Windows on regular occasion, there can often be problems or limitations about the OS that can cause you to throw your hands up in frustration. I’ve been there. But in this quick article, I’m going to talk about some free apps that will help you introduce some new-found power to the OS.

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Windows 8 Review – Part Two: The Things I Love

by Rob Williams on November 6, 2012 in Windows

As difficult as it may be to tell sometimes, Windows 8 does in fact offer a lot to love. I’ve already had my say about what frustrates me with the OS, so now, I’m taking a look at the other side of the coin. What is it that makes Windows 8 pleasant to use? Select highlights include aesthetic improvements, the improved transfer dialog and the new syncing capabilities.

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Windows 8 Review – Part One: The Things I Hate

by Rob Williams on October 25, 2012 in Windows

You’ve heard it here first: Microsoft is about to release a new version of Windows. Called “Windows 8″, the OS aims to change the way we use our computers, and it’s been built from the ground up with touch in mind. Like all other OS releases, there’s both things to admire and things to complain about. First, we’ll tackle the latter.

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A Quick Review of Acronis True Image 2013

by Rob Williams on September 28, 2012 in Windows

Acronis has just followed-up to its award-winning PC backup software True Image, and as we’re big fans of the previous versions at TG, we’re taking a quick look 2013 here. This time around, Windows 8 support is introduced along with a major emphasis on cloud storage – and if nothing else, its pricing per GB is bound to entice you.

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Uniblue Powersuite Pro 2013 Review

by Rob Williams on August 2, 2012 in Windows

Is your PC in need of a tune-up? If so, you’re in luck, as there are at least a million ‘PC Optimizer’ tools out there. Uniblue’s Powersuite looks to be one of the better ones, however, in terms of both features and aesthetics. We’ve been using the latest ‘Pro’ version for the past couple of weeks, so read on for our thoughts.

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