5 Simple Ways To Make Windows 8 Metro UI Free
Not every user is a fan of Windows 8’s Metro UI. Users who are upgrading from previous versions of Windows aren’t happy with the new UI. The new Metro-style Start screen helps you search and…
Internet Explorer Metro Tile Missing From Start Screen In Windows 8
Windows 8 ships with Internet Explorer (IE) in two flavors – Metro (aka Windows 8 style) and desktop. While the Metro-style Internet Explorer v10 is designed for tablets and touch screens (for x86, x64, and…
How To Open Metro Control Panel (PC Settings) Using keyboard Shortcut In Windows 8
Maybe you want to personalize the lock screen background, or perhaps you want to change the default privacy settings, or perhaps you want to add a new user account. In Windows 8, you will need…
Run Program As Administrator Without Prompt
In Vista, Windows 7, and Windows 8 operating systems, we often need to run certain applications with administrator privileges to perform advanced tasks. For instance, to check and repair system files using sfc /scannow command,…
Move Applications, Files & Settings From Windows 7 To Windows 8
Computer users who have been anxiously waiting to install and experience the next version of Windows can download the recently released Windows 8 Consumer Preview (build 8250) with the product key. Use this link to…
How To Create All Programs Shortcut On Desktop In Windows 8
Even though Microsoft has dropped the Start menu from Windows 8, launching an app or desktop program is fairly simple in the latest version of Windows operating system. Switch to the newly introduced Start screen,…
How To Upgrade Windows 8.1 To Windows 8.1 Pro
Microsoft has simplified editions in the latest iteration of Windows. Windows 8 comes in four editions: Windows 8, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Enterprise, and Windows 8 RT. While the first three editions are designed…
Add Scan With Windows Defender Option To Folder Context Menu In Windows 8
To provide better security, the newest version of Windows comes with a solid antivirus program that helps you keep your PC secure from viruses, malware, and other threats. Windows 8 ships with an updated version…
Manually Update Windows Defender Offline In Windows 10/8.1
The Windows Defender program in Windows 8 and Windows 10 versions of Windows helps you protect your data from viruses, malware and various other threats. As you likely know, the Defender in Windows 10/8 is…
Troubleshooter To Get “Get Windows 10” App In System Tray
Ever since Microsoft started sending desktop notifications to Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 PCs to allow users register for the free Windows 10 upgrade, users have been complaining about that the desktop notification or the…
How To Upgrade Windows 8 To Windows 8.1 Preview
Software giant Microsoft today at BUILD 2013 conference in San Francisco released one of the most awaited software of the year – Windows 8.1 Preview. The 8.1 update is completely free to all existing Windows…
How To Sync Internet Explorer Tabs Across Windows 8.1 PCs
Google Chrome, Firefox and Safari web browsers have been offering tab syncing for a couple of years now. While tab syncing might not be a deciding factor for many, users who constantly switch between multiple…