More Windows How-To

• 15 April 2013

• How-Tos: How to delete or remove Windows 8 apps for PC, laptop and tablet

  If you're running Windows 8 then you'll have no doubt tried out a few Modern UI apps. Not all of them are worth keeping so here's how to delete Windows 8 apps you don't like.

• 09 April 2013

• How-Tos: How to use a Windows Phone as a Wi-Fi hotspot

  Connect to the internet when you're on the go by learning how to use your Windows Phone as a Wi-Fi hotspot.

• How-Tos: How to use Windows 8 File History: Time Machine backup for Windows

  We all need to back up our important files, and Windows 8 makes that task easier than ever with its new File History feature. Here's our step-by-step guide which explains how to set it up.

• 05 April 2013

• How-Tos: Give computer mouse the correct level of accuracy; laser mouse or optical mouse?

  Our Helproom Editor explains how to ensure your PC or laptop's mouse has the correct level of accuracy.

• How-Tos: How to retrieve VPN settings from an old PC or laptop to make your new PC work for you

  Our Helproom Editor explains how to get back all the VPN settings you had on your old PC or laptop.

• 04 April 2013

• How-Tos: How to thoroughly wipe all data from your devices

  Nothing lasts forever – especially not in the realm of hardware. If your Smartphone, Tablet or hard drive has long passed its prime and you plan on selling it, you should make sure to permanently erase your data from it. Here's how to do so for each individual device.

• 29 March 2013

• How-Tos: How to use Stardock Fences to tidy up your desktop shortcuts

  Fed up with a messy Windows desktop where you can't find anything? We explain how to use Stardock Fences to keep similar icons, program shortcuts, files and folders together and easy to find

• 27 March 2013

• How-Tos: How to convert a dynamic disk to basic, to create a bootable disk

  Our Helproom Editor explains how to convert a dynamic disk to a basic disk so you can create a bootable disk.

• 26 March 2013

• How-Tos: How to track lost Laptops and Smartphones with Prey

  Few situations are quite as terrifying as having to leave your laptop at a café table for a quick visit to the restroom – and with good reason. Theft is a nasty, but ubiquitous risk. Luckily, by installing Prey, you can track, control and find lost devices if should ever come to that. Here's how.

• How-Tos: Reuse several old hard disks by setting up a Storage Space in Windows 8

  Our Helproom Editor explains how to reuse old hard drives and create a Storage Space - combining multiple disks so they appear to be a single drive.

• 25 March 2013

• How-Tos: How to troubleshoot unrecognized USB sticks

  Almost every PC user has probably been in a situation where they needed to copy files on an USB stick for quick transport, only to be stopped dead in their tracks by the plain lack of the latter in the Explorer. But why does Windows fail to recognize USB sticks? Here's how you can solve the problem.

• 21 March 2013

• How-Tos: How to downgrade to Windows 7 from Windows 8

  Our Helproom Editor explains how to run Windows 7 on your Windows 8 PC or laptop.

• How-Tos: How to personalize Firefox to suit your needs

  Surprisingly few users know that Firefox is highly customizable – even without the help of add-ons. Here's how you can tailor the browser to your own preferences with 10 convenient configuration tweaks.

• 20 March 2013

• How-Tos: Speed up your PC with an SSD – and the right tweaks

  If you are still using a conventional hard drive, there has never been a better time to upgrade. Prices for SSDs have finally dropped to under £1 per Gigabyte, making them one of the best hardware investments at your disposal. In this How-To, we'll tell you how to prepare and what to keep in mind for the upgrade to an SSD.

• How-Tos: How to install a Windows 8 upgrade on an empty hard drive

  If you have bought the Windows 8 upgrade, you will need at least Windows XP to apply it. What seems like a small nuisance at first, can quickly get bothersome and time-consuming if you tend to reinstall Windows at a regular basis. Here’s how you can install the upgrade without any previous versions whatsoever.

• 18 March 2013

• How-Tos: Make Windows start faster with Autoruns

  We show you how to use Autoruns to discover which apps are auto-starting with Windows and disable those which are unnecessarily slowing down your computer.

• 15 March 2013

• How-Tos: How to delete or rename files "in use"

  Every experienced PC user is likely familiar with error messages along the lines of „This file is still in use“. Unfortunately, while Windows is quite keen on educating users on their lack of access, it doesn't always tell which program is to blame for the dilemma. Here's how to successfully deal with locked files.

• How-Tos: How to check if your old USB sticks are faulty

  Every once in a while, a long thought lost USB stick might pop up from a dusty drawer, the underbelly of your couch or your car's glove compartment. This typically begs the question of whether or not it sill works as it should. Here's how you can test the integrity of your USB sticks with checksums.

• 13 March 2013

• How-Tos: How to share folders without homegroups in Windows 7

  The homegroup function of Windows 7, while convenient, is by far not everybody's cup of tea. It is neither compatible with older Windows versions or Linux, nor does it give access to certain system-wide folders. Here's how you can share folders with the old, but trusty Network Sharing Settings.

• 07 March 2013

• How-Tos: How to gain access to your Windows account if you lose your password

  If you're using a single account, it's surprisingly easy to lock yourself out of your own computer by losing your password. Luckily, its just as easy to get back in again without leaving a trace – so long as you haven't misplaced your Windows Installation DVD. Here's how.

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