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Windows 10 Drive Compression - Yes Or No?

Should You Use Windows%u2019 Full-Drive Compression to Save Space?. Who could have predicted that 128 Gigabytes of storage capacity would be not enough? So, when my computer warned me that I only had 7 Gigs of storage left on the drive, it was time to engage the nuclear option. Compress the sucker. My analytic software told me I could save 57 Gigs of space. But, compressing and decompressing files on the go used to be really slow. Of course, nowadays we have fast SSDs and Core i7 processors. So, after a little research, I realized that modern compression wouldn't be noticeable in my day to day computing. As you you? Much depends on how new your computer is, how fast the processor is, and whether you are still using a mechanical hard drive or a fast SSD. You be the judge. But, a lot of my files are about to get smaller.

15 Windows 10 Secrets That You Need To Know

15 simple, secret Windows tips and tricks designed to save you time | PCWorld. It's Monday, and you need something to engage your brain and get the week started, and get the cobwebs out. So, check out these slides from PCWorld and get started. I hate having to go from slide to slide in these articles; but, ads pay for the content, so I suck it up. From keyboard shortcuts, to using the versatile Shift key, this article is sure to contain at least one tip that will change your Windows experience. Now that your brain is working, go conquer the day.

Windows 10 Call Mirroring Coming

Windows 10 will reportedly bring call mirroring feature - Android Community. Call mirroring, which allows a Windows user to take calls on a laptop or desktop may be a coming feature. However, you can already make and receive calls on your computer. Just install Google Hangouts, or one of a number of applications. The calls are made over the Internet connection; but, they have gotten remarkably good over the years. Since I can take cell phone calls on my wrist, necklace earphones, or the phone itself, it really doesn't matter whether I am sitting in front of the laptop or desktop computer. Would you use call mirroring?

Make Windows 10 Boot Faster

6 Tips to Fix Slow Boot Times in Windows 10. Do you want more time to do productive work? Do you find that, over time, your Windows 10 machine boots slower and slower? These six tips can save a lot of time and speed up the booting process so you can get to work more quickly. My favorite is to disable Fastboot, which is a misnomer if I ever saw one. The next thing you can do is increase virtual memory. But, all of these tips will help. Now, get to work.

Microsoft Brings Android App Mirroring To Windows 10

Microsoft brings Android app mirroring to Windows 10. Most of us use our phones for most photos and texts. But, getting those photos and texts to our windows computers can be a hassle. Since all my photos and texts are in the Google cloud, or are sent to Google Photos in the cloud, I can access them within the Chrome browser. But, for many Windows users, building app mirroring to Windows 10 is the answer. Microsoft promises more robust Android mirroring in the future. But, for now, Microsoft is innovating, and this is a good sign. Sorry, Apple users, you can't do this. Just another reason to switch to Android. Boom.

Why The Odds Are Fifty-Fifty You Are Still Using Windows 7

Windows 7 vs. Windows 10: 5 Reasons Your Old Love Is Still Going Strong. Hey, I get it. I hate the tile interface of Windows 10 also. The first thing I do when I install a new computer is buy a copy of Start 10 for Five bucks, and go back to the Windows 7 desktop interface. But, Windows 10 is 3 years old, and there are many security improvements. There are still some who say that, forced updates, and the tiled interface, and lack of support for some legacy software, keeps many users on Windows 7. And, despite what Microsoft says, older computers can't always handle the load created by Windows 10. So, when it comes to operating systems, as long as you are using one that keeps up with security updates, use what you want. Remember, it's about the software you need to use. Compute that. 

Malwarebytes Review -Is Your Data Worth $39 A Year?

Malwarebytes Review - 2018 Malwareybtes Free And Premium - We Hate Malware. You can try Malwarebytes Premium for 14 days free. But, as Bill Gordon writes here, the anticipatory protection provided by Malwarebytes Premium is worth the $39 a year cost. For $49 a year, you can protect 3 computers. It is light, fast, sits quietly in the background, and blocks nasty websites and viruses. It even provides protection against ransomware, which is becoming a problem in law firms and other organizations. Like Bill, I have tried them all, and I highly recommend this product. It occasionally gives false positives; but, I would rather that and be sure I am getting the bad stuff out. Along with using two factor authentication, you need to do this to protect your computer and your data. If you don't, don't call me when something bad happens. This is the first software I install when I get a new computer. Just set it and forget it. Boom. 

Windows 10 Tips For Opening Websites

Cannot open particular website in Chrome, Firefox, Edge, IE. Is there anything more annoying than going through the routine of sitting down at your browser to get some productive work done, and being unable to open an essential website? Windows is a complex operating system; and, this article has some handy tips for clearing the cache, setting up Trusted sites, and other techniques for making your work browsing experience smooth. Browse on.

Windows 10 Update In October Has A Phone App

Hands-on with Windows 10's new 'Your Phone' Android SMS features. The next big update to Windows 10 will be available for your computer in October, and it includes the new YourPhone app that controls and syncs your smartphone on the desktop. You will be able to send, receive and read SMS text messages as well as sync all the photos on the phone. So far, the app only works with Android phones; so, if you have an iPhone you are out of luck. If you live in Google Chrome, you already have SMS capability in the Android messages browser screen; but, having it available on the Windows desktop will certainly be a nice addition.

Start10 : A More Efficient Windows 10

Start10 : Software from Stardock. Do you miss the start menu in Windows 7? So did I. So, I did something about it. I paid five bucks for Stardock's Start10 software, which restores the Start menu, and saves me time and effort looking for programs. Next to putting icons on the Task Bar, this little program is the second thing I install on any new computer, after Malwarebytes. There is something comforting about never seeing a tiled interface again. Well, you can if you want to. I have never felt the need.