Top 5 Windows 8 Security Features That Are Missing In Windows 7

Microsoft's latest operating system - Windows 8 come up with a lot of new features, especially the change in interface is the most significant one. Besides the other new features, Windows 8 is out with some new and improved security mechanism against virus and malware that makes the Windows most secured operating system of the Microsoft family.

Top 10 Windows 8 Hotkeys

Keyboard always allows you to make tasks easier in contrast to mouse. More specifically keyboard shortcuts or hotkeys provide much more convenience and saves time too, thus you can simply and easily perform that task without the need to drag the mouse to some position to click. Windows 8 provides a more touch friendly interface, but still peripheral devices remain a top choice for most of the users and especially for the professionals. Therefore, I'm going to share top 10 Windows 8 hotkeys that will ease your daily routine work up to a great deal.

How To Delete Search History In Windows 8

Microsoft Windows 8 Search Charm not only allows easy and improved searching, but it also shows search history that is quite useful. Although if you are sharing your PC with someone else or going to sell it, then you should like to delete your search history because of the privacy concerns. In this post I’m going to share how to delete or disable the search history in Windows 8.

How To Make Windows 8 Faster

New look of Windows 8 can definitely put an average user in a state of shock at its first use. The traditional start up button at the bottom menu certainly would be missed by many of the Windows fans but the efforts behind reviving the whole UI is quite commendable.

Windows Vs Apple OS X, Which One Is More Secure?

An average computer user does not fell into technicalities and deepness of significance of IT security. All he wants is an attractive, user-friendly operating environment filled up with heaps of features. However, it is a harmful perception to Steve Santorelli.

How To Create A Restore Point In Windows 8

Creating restore point for your system is one of the significant measures that you can do in order to assure backup for your important files. Traditional versions of Windows provided an ease to restore these points. However, with the arrival of new Windows 8 to the market, one may encounter problems to navigate through new locations and menus to make restore points. An easy way to do this has been published right here, to save your time and efforts.

Key Differences Between Windows RT And Windows 8 Pro

Knowing about some huge changes in Microsoft’s latest piece of creation Windows 8, many protagonists are eager to know about Surface tablet by the famous player of IT industry. Many people were expecting Windows 8 Pro as the running source for the latest tablet invention, however, it has been revealed now that Windows RT has been chosen as the operating environment for Surface.

How To Add Flash Support To IE 10 On Windows 8 And RT

Internet Explorer 10 is undeniably one of the best browsing tools that people have experienced so far. However, the powerful browser offers some limitations employed by Microsoft for its newest piece of creation Windows 8 and RT. IE fans didn’t expected it to restrict Flash content other than approved websites by Microsoft. This may be kept as a security measure for users however, it has now turned as a major drawback of IE 10. Still Microsoft is good at supporting users need and therefore there is a simple way to add flash support to metro styled IE 10.

Top 10 Tips And Tweaks For Windows 8

Microsoft has certainly employed some big changes in its hottest Windows 8 edition that bring really nice and cool features. Geeky Portal has sort out some interesting and useful tricks to personalize your new desktop settings of Windows 8.

Top 10 Reasons Why Windows RT Sucks

Despite of the growing success of Windows 8, Microsoft is being talked about for its another operating system Windows RT which is designed for Microsoft’s another exciting produce Surface tablet. The Windows RT is said to have similar UI features and is somewhat similar to Windows Lite. Windows RT can be seen as Microsoft’s way to develop a controlled environment like Apple’s iOS as it has some big pitfalls that diminish the excitement. Let us share top 10 biggest flaws of Windows RT.

How To Get Windows Media Center On Windows 8 Pro For Free

Microsoft Windows 8 is already out with several new top-notch features and receiving quite positive response from the users. New Windows 8 users who recently upgraded their PCs to Windows 8 might unable to play DVD movies because of the missing Windows Media Center. With Windows 8, Windows Media Center is not coming as a pre-installed item and guess what it isn't free anymore, therefore, you need to purchase the Windows Media Center in order to use it. But, wait Microsoft is giving away Windows Media Center to Windows 8 Pro users until the 31st of January, 2013.

Top 10 Windows 8 Features That iPad Doesn't Have

Apple lovers tend to get biased when they see other rivalry widgets getting acclaimed for their better services. Microsoft – the most conventional rival of Apple has recently come into vision with its new creation Windows 8. To be honest, Apple fans should accept that new changes are worth praising and it is logical to compare them with what Apple’s iPad 3 is offering. Here are the top 10 reasons detailing why Windows 8 beats iPad.

Top 10 Windows 8 Apps, Let's Give Them A Try

Microsoft never stays behind and has always maintained its share in market place. Now when Google and Apple are already giving each other a tough time, Microsoft has also entered the battle with its new weapon Windows 8. With a brand new look and dynamic interface Windows 8 offers you thousands of exciting features and apps that can take your breath away! Here’s a list of top 10 Windows 8 apps.

How To Set Picture Password As Sign-In Option In Windows 8

The upcoming Windows 8 is expected to be another hit for Microsoft just like Windows 7 as user are still quite happy with the Windows 7 because of the available features, performance, security measures, and more importantly its easiness. However, there is always room for the improvement and this is what Microsoft is doing.

Top 10 Best Features Of The Windows 8

The latest version of the Microsoft Windows OS - Windows 8 is expected to release on the 26th of October in a special event at the New York City. At the moment several Beta versions of Windows 8 are available that allow the users to taste the new operating system before its final release. Overall the users and experts' reviews about the Windows 8 are quite pleasant, which is a really healthy sign for the Microsoft. In this post I'm going to share top 10 features of the Windows 8 that helps you understand the new features of the Windows 8 that we are missing in the Windows 7.

How To Add Shutdown Button To Windows 8

Windows 8 is entirely a fresh look of Microsoft Windows Operating system comprising vibrant themes and dynamic user interface, best of what Microsoft has provided by far.  Subsisting tiles allow users to have a sneak peek of their apps without needing them to be launched. This surprising change would take some time to be recognized by the users but that is quite adoptable when the features are giving bigger than the expectations.

How To Refresh/Reset Your Windows 8 PC

New Microsoft Windows PC 8 provides you two useful and instant methods for cleaning up your disk and refreshing your OS. One of these features allows you to refresh your system without causing any harm to your personal belongings. On the other hand, the second option allows your system to go back to the default condition.

Windows 8 RTM Keyboard Shortcuts

Windows 8 RTM is quite in nowadays, and mostly people are appreciating it except someone who are blaming the Metro interface (like me) as it is not responded well with pointing devices like Mouse, Keyboard, etc, but for touch devices it working absolutely perfect. The picture above has containing all the super keyboard shortcuts that you will need to work with Windows 8 RTM in your daily routine work.

How To Make Ethernet Primary Choice Instead In Wi-Fi On Windows

Nowadays Wi-Fi networks are so much common and convenient that everyone prefers to use wireless internet connection instead of wired connection. One of the most prominent factor that forces the users to use Wi-Fi is the mobility, as you can easily move around in a limited area by keeping your connection on, but when it comes to speed then there are so many glitches in Wi-Fi as compared to Ethernet - wired connection. Thus, Ethernet is the more suitable option than Wi-Fi, in terms of speed. In Windows when you are using both connections at the same time then actually you are using Wi-Fi. This is by default settings of the Windows, but you can change it quite easily by going through the simple procedure listed below:

How To: Change Metro UI Color, Account Picture, And Lock Screen Picture In Windows 8

Microsoft released a consumer preview of the Windows 8 a few days ago, which is quite hot among the computer geeks because of its Metro User Interface. Some technology enthusiasts mentioning Metro UI as a very bold step from the Microsoft, as the company total focus is now for the devices that have touch functionality, and to me this is quite a good move from the Microsoft because our future is touch devices and there is no ambiguity in it. Although some users are finding Metro UI and Windows 8 tough to use, so I thought that why don't give users some basic tips about the Windows 8 to enhance the functionality level while using Windows 8. This post will show some basics tips that include how to change user image, lock screen image, and Metro UI color in Windows 8.