The drop shadow effect is a feature in Windows systems that allow users to make icons and texts more visible on the wallpaper. Applying this effect, results in easier to read icon and texts on wallpapers that have both dark and light spots such as nature inspired or urban landscapes. […]
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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 […]
Ringing Up The Danger: Is Your Mobile Phone Killing You? [Infographic]
Mobile phones have become an integral part in today's lifestyle. While it conveniently offers a great way to connect and communicate, along with all its other features, it also can be a source of serious health problems. In this infographic, your readers will see the many practices that can lead […]
How to Modify the Taskbar Icon Sizes in Windows 8 and 8.1
If you want to customize the icon size in your taskbar if you own let's say a laptop with a small screen size, this tutorial is for you. You may want to make room for other elements on your display. Large icons usually fit better on large screens such as […]
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 […]
Easy Tutorial to Enable PIN Logon in Windows 8
Windows 8 allows users to login using a PIN code (4 digits). It is the easiest and quickest method. Instead of typing a password you just enter the 4 digits and will be logged in instantly. Here is how to setup the PIN login option on Windows 8: 1. On […]
Ten Easy Steps to Setup a Picture Password on Windows 8
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65_K9pwXWSg] Windows 8 features a new innovative method of logging on or unlocking your computer without using the keyboard: to set touch points on an image as account password. You can choose which image you want to use and, by clicking parts of that image such as hands, face, […]
How to Change the Default Color Scheme in Windows 8
If you no longer like the default color scheme of the logoff and logon screens, you can modify it by changing a value in the Windows registry. When Windows starts up, it reads this value from the registry and sets it as default color scheme. In order to change the […]
How to Enable Num Lock at Startup in Windows 8
Num Lock is a keyboard feature which cancels the cursor-moving and scrolling abilities of keys on the numeric keypad allowing it to be used to input numbers. In case you have an external keyboard and you frequently use numbers in your daily tasks, then this article is for you. There […]
How to Change the User Picture in Windows 8
The process of setting up or changing user picture in Windows 8 is very simple. When you setup the computer, Windows allows you to associate an image that shows up along with your name on the lock screen and the start screen. You are provided with two main options. You […]
How to Restore a System Image in Windows 8
In case of a fully damaged Windows installation, you need to restore it from a backup image. In a previous article I covered how to make a backup image. To restore a system image in Windows 8, the first thing is to start the computer in System Recovery Console mode. […]
How to Create a Backup Image in Windows 8
Backing up you Windows installation is useful in case of OS failure where no repair options are available. In Windows 8, creating an image of you drive is very easy to do. The OS includes specialized tools that will help you with this task. Once a backup image is created, […]