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Windows 10: These Four Annoying Windows 8 Features Are Gone Now
Windows 8.x wasn't bad so much as it was annoying. Here are four Windows 8 features that now are fixed in Windows 10. Gallery.
How to Upgrade Windows 8.1 to Windows 10 [Gallery]
Brian Burgess shows how to upgrade Windows 8.1 to Windows 10. Troubleshooting and images included. Gallery.
How To Upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10 [gallery]
If you've been stubbornly sticking to Windows 7, now may be the time to move on. Here's how to upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10. How To Gallery.
How to Disable Startup Programs in Windows 10
Windows 10 loads fast. But it'll slow down with the more apps you install. Here's how to disable startup programs in Windows 10 and speed things up...
Mobile Tips: Android 5.0 Lollipop Encryption
Android 5.0 Lollipop encryption is important to keeping your device secure. Brian Burgess explains how.
How to Transfer iTunes to HTC One M8
Brian Burgess explains how to transfer iTunes to the HTC One M8. Find out how to move your Windows files, too.
Mobile Tips: HTC One M8 Battery Tips And Tricks [How To]
Brian Burgess gives you simple tips and tricks for saving battery life on an HTC One M8.
How to Make Adobe Flash Work in Android Lollipop
Annoyed by those Adobe Flash videos you can't watch on Android? Brian Burgess shows you how to make Adobe Flash work in Android Lollipop.
How To Find Windows Media Player in Windows 8.1
Yes, Virginia, Windows Media Player still lives. Here's Brian Burgess with the easiest way to find WMP in Windows 8.1 -- and set it as your default...
How To Enable Multifactor Authentication in LastPass [gallery]
First, NSA. Now, Heartbleed. It's time to enable two-factor or multifactor authentication in LastPass, Google or other systems you use. Here's how...
Heartbleed Detectors for Android, Apple iOS, Windows Phone
There’s a lot of concern about the Heartbleed bug using your computer. But what about mobile devices? Here's how to keep your device safe while on...
Protect Yourself from Heartbleed (How To gallery, guide)
Changed your passwords? Check. Now here's how to protect yourself from Heartbleed -- in every way. How To guide/analysis.
Here’s What’s New in Windows 8.1 Update (gallery tour)
On the same day it halted support of Windows XP, Microsoft released Windows 8.1 Update. Here's what's new -- a gallery tour showing what's changed...
Amazon Fire TV First Look: Hands-On Review
Our Brian Burgess provides an Amazon Fire TV first look. Check out this hands-on review.
Sleep! How To Make Windows Stay Asleep All Night Long (tip)
A cat jostles your mouse or keyboard and, boom, your sleeping Windows PC wakes up and stays up. Here's How To make Windows stay asleep all night long...
How To: Hide Apple TV Channels You Never Use
Apple TV set top box users, you'll like this. Clean up that messy UI. Here's a sneaky tip for How To hide Apple TV channels you never use from Brian...
How To Make Windows 8.1 Slide to Shutdown Like Windows Phone
It's easy to add the Slide to Shutdown capability you have in Windows Phone to Windows 8.1. All you need to do is move a few files. Here's how.
Windows 8.1 Update 1: What to Expect (gallery)
Our Brian Burgess previews Windows 8.1 Update 1. Here's what it's got. And what it's missing.
How To Use Chrome to Download Facebook Videos
Here's how to use Google Chrome to manually download Facebook video and video mash ups the manual way. How To gallery.
How to Upgrade Windows 8 to Windows 8.1 (gallery)
In advance of the Windows 8.1 upgrade coming soon, definitely update Windows 8 first. Then do the upgrade to 8.1. Here's how to do both. Gallery.
How to Install Dropbox On Amazon Kindle Fire Tablets (gallery)
You don't need to root your Amazon Kindle Fire to install Dropbox or other apps not on Amazon Appstore. It's easy just to sideload them. Step-by-step...
How To Make Microsoft Word 2013 Publish to Blogs — Easily ( gallery)
The latest from our Brian Burgess. Here's the Microsoft Word 2013 Publish to Blog ultimate guide -- made easy. How To Gallery.
Windows Experience Index: Utilities That Bring It Back in Windows 8.1
Microsoft removed the handy Windows Experience index utility in Windows 8.1. Here are three utilities that bring the functionality back. How To...
How To Install the Amazon Appstore on Android — and Why
Here's how to install Amazon Appstore on Android. There's a good reason to do it. How To gallery.
Apple iOS 7: How to Enable Five Key Privacy Settings in Safari (gallery)
Got a new Apple iOS 7-based Apple iPad, iPad Mini or iPhone? Make sure you've set all your privacy settings in Safari. Here's a quick and dirty guide...
Log In Much? Windows 8.1 Tips for Faster, Safer Access
Logging in to Windows has always been tedious. Here are more Windows 8.1 tips from our Brian Burgess to help you set your system for faster, safer...
How to Add the Hibernate Option to the Windows 8.1 Power Button
Microsoft has made Windows 8.1 easier to shut down, but there still a glaring omission -- the absence of the Hibernate option. Here's how you get it...
Apple iOS 7: How To Secure Your Apple iPad and iPhone Now
Keeping your Apple iPhone and Apple iPad secure is a must. Here's a rundown of Apple iOS 7 security features and how to use them right away. Step by...
How To Get Your Google+ Vanity URL (gallery)
Google is slowly rolling out vanity URLs for its Google+ users. You likely have an invite already. Here's how to get your Google+ vanity URL.
Gmail Redesign, Missing Email? How To Get It Back
A funny thing happened after the Gmail redesign.The promotions tab came and the No Agenda newsletter vanished. Here's how our Brian Burgess got it...
How to Enable .NET Framework 2.0 And 3.5 in Windows 8.1 for Older Programs
In Windows 8.1 the .NET Framework 4.5 is included, but some older programs require a specific version like 2.0 or 3.5. Installing it is easy, here's...
How to Enable The Emoji Keyboard in Android 4.1 And Higher
There are a ton of Emoji apps available to amp up your emoticons. But devices like the Google Nexus 7 have the capability built right into the OS...
Missed it? Apple iTunes 11.1, iTunes Radio, iCloud News Explained
So focused on the Apple iOS 7 release details today that you missed key news about Apple iTunes 11.1, iTunes Radio and more? Here's a deep dive ...
Freeware Friday: How To Use EULAlyzer and Stop Lying to Yourself
Don't lie. You never read the EULA. You just click YES to accept the legalese terms. Quit it. Don't blindly accept terms that could compromise your...
How To Create a USB Recovery Drive in Windows 8.1
You never know when you'll be unable to boot up your Windows system. Here's how to create a USB recovery drive in Windows 8.1 ... all you need is a...
How To Install Adobe Flash Player on Android 4.1 and Higher
Adobe Flash Player is no longer supported by Android 4.1 and higher devices like the Google Nexus. Here's how to install Adobe Flasher on Android 4.1...
How To Use Windows Phone 8: Tips for Starting Out (gallery)
New to Microsoft's mobile operating system Windows Phone 8? Here are some tips you need for starting out. First remove the useless apps ..
How To Add the Hibernate Option to the Power Menu in Windows 8.1
Our Brian Burgess has been digging deep into Windows 8.1.. Here's the latest Burgess How To -- he shows how to add the Hibernate Option to the Power...
How To Use BitLocker to Encrypt Flash Drives in Windows 8.X, Win 7
How to use BitLocker to encrypt flash drives in Win 8, Win 7, Vista ... How To gallery.
How To Sync IE 11 Tabs Across Windows 8.1 PCs and Tablets
Better late than never. Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 now allows syncing of tabs across devices. Here's how to sync IE 11 tabs on Windows 8.1 PCs...
Windows 8.1: Five Key Windows 8.1 Tips for New Users
New to Windows 8.1?. Now that the RTM is out to manufacturers, you need to know your way around. Here are five key Windows 8.1 tips to get you...
How To Add Files to VLC via WiFi on Apple iPhone (gallery)
Here's how to add files to VLC via WiFi using your Apple iPhone. It's the latest How To gallery from our Brian Burgess.
How to Set up Netflix Profiles for Multiple Viewers And Manage Them (gallery)
There's a cool new feature in Netflix that lets you deal with multiple viewers and their viewing habits.
How to Run Unified Search in Windows 8.1, Gallery
aNewDomain.net – Windows 8.1 comes with a new, exceptional version of unified search that easily outperforms previous iterations. Here’s how to...
How To Optimize Your Hard Disk in Windows 8 (gallery)
In Windows 8 and 8.1, it's easier than ever to improve system performance. Here's how to optimize your hard disk drive in Windows 8 and 8.1. How To...
Windows 8.1: New Built-in Apps for Bing, Utilities, Reading (preview)
aNewDomain.net -- Windows 8 launched last year with a lame rundown of built-in apps. From the look of it, the Windows 8.1 built-in apps are much...
How To Change File Associations in Windows 8.1, Open Files from The Desktop
Irritated with not being able to open files from the desktop the way you used to? Our Brian Burgess was. In his latest How To gallery, he shows how...
Windows 8.1 Navigation Essentials: How to Get Around
Windows 8,1 brings back the Start button, the sorely missed boot to desktop function and other classic features. Here's our Brian Burgess' How To...
Gmail Fun: Play the Classic Snake Game in Gmail
Email gets boring. So I play the classic version of Snake while I'm slogging through my mail. It's a Gmail Labs feature that really breaks up the...
Apple iCloud: Before Buying More Space, Here’s How to Optimize What You Already Use
When Apple introduced its iOS 5 it also included 5GB of free storage on iCloud. If you fill up the allotted 5GB, you’ll receive a message that...
Windows: How To Turn Off Keyboard and Mouse Wakeup During Sleep Mode
This feature is handy if you want to easily get your system out of Sleep Mode. But, the slightest movement of the mouse or even a cat walking on the...
Amazon Kindle Fire: How To Save Images You Find Online
Here's how to save images to your Amazon Kindle Fire -- and view them via its Gallery app.
Apple Mobile Safari: How to Save Images To Your iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch
Want to save that image you're viewing on your Apple iOS 5 device? Nothing to it. Here's how to do it via Mobile Safari.
Amazon Kindle Fire: How To Change Your Email Signature
It's easy to change the default email signature on your Amazon Kindle Fire. Here's how.
Apple iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch: Delete Multiple Emails at Once in iOS
It's tedious deleting emails one at a time in the Mail app on your Apple iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. Here's how to batch delete multiple emails at...
How To Make Outlook 2010 Your RSS Reader
If you live in Outlook, you'd might as well go ahead and do it. Here's how to make Outlook 2012 your RSS reader.
Windows 7: How To Display Downloads on the Start Menu
Windows 7 puts all your downloads into your Downloads directory, so why not add the Downloads option to your Start menu? Here's how.
Windows 7: How To Pin Windows Update Utility to the Taskbar
Windows 7 by default makes you either pin programs to the taskbar or hunt for them via Start. Our Brian Burgess says that is too annoying. Here's how...
Windows 7: How To Bring Back the Quick Launch Taskbar
One of my favorite features in XP was the Quick Launch taskbar. This toolbar made it so much easier to launch programs than doing it via the Start...
Windows Vista, 7 and 8: How To Disable User Account Control (UAC)
When using programs like Ninite or other bulk install programs, turning off UAC is something you'll probably wish you learned about sooner. Our Brian...
Windows: Stop Programs from Running During Boot Up
Having programs autoload during bootup really slows down WIndows XP, Vista and Windows 7 PCs, our aNewDomain benchmark shows. Brian Burgess shows you...
Super Bowl XLVI: How To Watch It Live Online
For the first time this Sunday the NFL is streaming the Super Bowl live online. Here's how to access and optimize your viewing experience.
Windows 7, Vista and XP: Disable Highlighting New Programs on Start Menu
By default, when you install a new program on Windows, the system highlights it on the Start menu. If you like a clean Start menu or are annoyed by...
Facebook Pre IPO Value: In Color
This excellent infographic portrays Facebook pre Initial Public Offering. The company is making an IPO this morning -- at an estimated valuation of...
Windows: How To Show Hidden Files and Folders
Our Brian Burgess shows you how to show hidden files and folders in any version of Windows XP and up -- all the way to Windows 8.
Windows 7: How To Create a System Restore Point
If your Windows 7 ever goes awry after you installed new software or hardware, you are going to wish you created a Restore Point. Do it. Its easy...
MS Windows: How To Free Up Hard Disk Space for 2012
Blown your resolutions. It's not too late to start to better maintain your Windows PC -- our How To specialist Brian Burgess shows you how to free up...
Apple iOS & Android Preview: Everything
Check out Executive Editor Brian Burgess's first look at the mobile-only search engine Everything.
Apple Designer Jonathan Ive: UK Grants Him Knighthood
Call him Sir. The UK is knighting its native son, Apple design guru Jonnny Ive. Don't know much about Sir Ive? Check this video out to see him wax...
Apple OS X Lion: How to Exit Full Screen Mode
Here's how to easily exit full screen mode in Apple OS X Lion and how to toggle in and out of it with a handy keystroke combo. Nice..
Apple iPad: How to Use Join.Me to Remotely Share Screens Among Desktops and iOS Devices
It's Freeware Freitag for some of us. Here's how to use the most excellent app, Join.Me for iOS to share screens with desktop-bound colleagues and...
John C. Dvorak X3: Budget Airline to Offer In Flight Porn
John and the boys talk about budget airline RyanAir's upcoming offering of in flight porn. [Videocast: 2:54]
Zite: App of the Day
My app of the day is Zite. It’s a free personalized news magazine for the Apple iPad. To start out, begin adding feeds from Twitter, Google...
Google YouTube: How To Delete Videos From Your YouTube Channel
Too much information? A little too zealous with that webcam? Here's how to remove your videos on your YouTube channel.
FoxIt PDF Reader: Freeware Freitag
If you deal with a lot of PDF files, you know Adobe Reader is big, clunky and slow. There’s a more efficient way to read your PDFs. It’s...
Flexible Smartphone & Tablet Displays the Future of Mobile
Nokia made the news last week at Nokia World 2011 – unveiling the affordable line of Asha feature phones, and the Lumina 710 and 800...
Tech News Today: Merritt, Howell & Co Tackle Silicone Glacier
Hosts: Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Iyaz Akhtar and Jason Howell. Topics: Were Nokia Windows phones worth the wait? RIM pleads reliability, Apple...
Apple iOS 5: How To Change Your Default Email Signature
If you have an Apple iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch, Apple makes your default signature generic and an ad, basically, for the device you're using...