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Electronics

Top Ten Best Gadgets of 2014

2014 came with a lot of significance for different people all over the world. While for some it was a year to look ahead to a brighter economy, the numbers had a symbolic value for others. However, for the tech lovers, 2014 has come with the latest devices that feature […]

IT

Why Employees Should Know Excel?

Most anyone who has utilized a computer equipped with Microsoft Office has at least some familiarity with the program's spreadsheet application Excel. However, while many people have a basic understanding of Excel software, the full capabilities and usefulness of this application, particularly for businesses, is often overlooked. By understanding all that […]

Hardware

History of Pre-PC Microprocessors

The most important part of a PC computer - the brain - is the microprocessor (also called: processor or CPU). Often the most expensive element in a computer (along with graphic cards), the processor performs system calculations and data processing. A single processor can sometimes cost three-four times more than […]

Windows

How to Restore the Classic Start Menu in Windows 8

With Windows 8, Microsoft wanted to make sure the Start screen is the only option for users to navigate thru programs and computer settings and completely removed the Classic Start menu. I can't understand the thinking behind completely removing the start menu in favor of Metro. However, a large majority […]

Windows

How to Create a Restore Point in Windows 8

System Restore is a very useful feature in Microsoft Windows systems. It allows user to revert the computer to a state it was in a previous point in time. The restoration process is needed when, for example, a bad or uncertified software causes problems to the system or a bad […]

Windows

64-bit VS. 32-bit Windows 8 / 8.1-Which Version to Go For?

The very first versions of 64-bit windows operating systems are dating back in 2005 when Microsoft Corporation released Windows XP Professional 64-bit. Unfortunately, the attempt encountered implementation issues because of spotty driver support that widely limited its adoption on a large scale. Requiring 64-bit driver support, the kernel of Windows […]