Aero Snap was a really handy and often-used feature of Windows 7 that’s been left out of Windows 8. But there’s a way to bring it back.
Adjust Virtual Memory in Any Version of Windows
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Virtual memory is when your PC uses your hard drive as temporary RAM. Adjusting virtual memory can speed up your PC significantly.
Activate System Protection in Windows 7
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There’s a feature in Windows 7 called System Protection that saves older versions of files and folders, and lets you restore to them easily in case of a problem.
Access the Rest of your Memory in 32-bit Windows
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Normally, 32-bit Windows can only see about 3.5 gigabytes of RAM. However, there’s a way to access the rest of your memory. Here’s how to do that.
Disable Automatic Restart
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Sometimes your PC will update overnight and restart your PC, causing you to lose your files. Here’s how to disable Automatic Restart.
12 Great Reasons to Upgrade to Windows 8
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We’ve got 12 good reasons why you should upgrade to Windows 8 when it goes on sale in October 2012.
Disable Windows Sidebar & Gadgets
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The Windows Sidebar and Windows Gadgets can not only take up valuable system resources, but they’re also a security risk. Here’s how to turn this feature off.
Understanding the Windows Experience Index Score
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Windows Vista and Windows 7 introduced a new score built in to Windows, called the Windows Experience Index.
Boot in Safe Mode
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Whenever you have a problem with your PC, booting into Safe Mode, a protected version of Windows, will often stabilize it and let you fix the issue.
How to Reinstall Windows 7 – A Quick Guide
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Often, an operating system will become corrupted, slow or unstable over time.
Do I Need a Touch Screen for Windows 8?
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Do you need a touchscreen PC, especially with the advent of Windows 8? We run down the pluses and minuses of owning one.
How to Fix PC Freezes in Windows Quickly
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Everyone’s PC locks up sometime. Doesn’t matter if you’re using Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7 — freezes happen.
How to Upgrade from XP to Windows 7 the Right Way
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Just like Captain America, you too can upgrade to a stronger, faster and better form: Windows XP to Windows 7.
Adjust Volume for Individual Applications
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It’s pretty easy to change the volume for your PC overall. But sometimes you’d like to turn up or down a specific app. Here’s how you do that.
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