I’ve always been confused by Microsoft’s naming convention, no more so than with its operating systems. Windows versions began with a mixture of numbers and years, then moved to names (e.g. XP and Vista), then back to numbers again. And the Windows 12 that everyone […]
In this article, I’ll be explaining three methods for blocking the Windows 11 24H2 upgrade. I’ve written plenty about Windows 11 24H2 and very recently reported that Microsoft is rolling out 24H2 as an automatic mandatory upgrade. At the same time, I’ve been suggesting that
This article, first published in March 2018, discusses why Linux and Mac have been unable to make inroads into Windows dominant desktop market share, and the reasoning holds as true today as it was back then. According to the well-respected analytic site Net Market Share,
Microsoft recently announced that it has begun rolling out Windows 11 24H2 as a mandatory automatic update. Windows 11 24H2 update has proved to be problematic for many users and, as I’ve pointed out in an earlier article, the update mainly consists of new and/or
AdGuard, mainly known for its ad-blocker, has recently introduced a new free email alias and temporary email service known as AdGuard Mail. AdGuard Mail is available either as a web-based service or an installable app. AdGuard Mail provides both email aliases and temporary/disposable email addresses.
WinXvideo AI is an AI-powered video/image enhancer & converter. A complete toolkit to upscale, stabilize, convert, compress, record, & edit 4K/8K/HDR videos, with cinema-grade quality. WinXvideo AI would normally sell for $69.95 but you can get it for free right now – expires on January
WinX Media Trans is an iPhone/iPad manager software to back up and easily transfer data between iPhone/iPad and PC. Media Trans would normally cost $39.95 but you can get the latest version right now for free – expires on January 31st. Selectively sync files or
I’ve just read an article from a well-known tech site declaring that Windows 11‘s market share is dropping while Windows 10 is gaining market share. An assertion that was based solely on the fact that, during the past month, StatCounter’s desktop operating system market share
Start11 is a popular Windows personalization and customization software from Stardock that includes options to restore classic functionality. One of the most common criticisms of Windows 11 is Microsoft’s crazy decision to do away with the ability to move the Taskbar to the left and
Aomei is currently running a Christmas Giveaway involving 22 premium programs for free – expires January 10th, 2025. Aomei Christmas Giveaway Included among the title are: Aomei Backupper Pro: Excellent imaging software plus file/folder backups Anyviewer Pro: Remote access Wise Care 365: Cleaning and optimization
WonderFox is currently running a Christmas giveaway involving 8 premium programs for free – expires December 30th, 2024. WonderFox 2024 Christmas Giveaway Titles you can get for free include: WonderFox DVD Ripper Pro: Rip DVDs to digital files HD Video Factory Pro: Superior video converter
For some reason software vendors are not offering Christmas giveaways this year, maybe they are waiting for the New Year celebrations. Anyway, in lieu of the missing giveaways both Aomei and WinXDVD are offering a number of excellent discounted Christmas deals. The good news is
Wise Folder Hider Pro is excellent software to hide away sensitive personal data and would normally sell for $29.95US. However, right now you can get Wise Folder Hider Pro for free – expires on 5th January. This includes perpetual use (no time limit) for the
“Phishing” refers to an attempt by criminals to trick people into revealing sensitive personal information, especially banking and financial details. These attempts are delivered mainly either via email or text message. In this article, I’ll be explaining phishing email. In the early days, phishing attempts
