Guide to Microsoft Windows

windows logo Microsoft Windows is the most popular operating system. It holds more than 80% marketshare and has the highest number of applications and games written for it. It is the only serious gaming platform for computer gamers. In this guide, you will find everything you need to know about Microsoft Windows. We have tutorials which will show you how to install, upgrade or repair Windows 7, Vista or XP on your PC. We also show you the best applications and games for Windows users as well as tips and tricks to speed up your PC. You can also find the best antiviruses and firewalls to protect you from security threats and learn how to troubleshoot your Microsoft Windows errors and installation.

Creating a Partition on an External Hard Drive

External hard drives require partitioning. And, just like internal hard drives, the Windows Disk Management partitioning utility can be used to create new partitions. If you don't...

How to Install Device Manager in Ubuntu

Is there an Ubuntu equivalent for the Windows Device Manager application? Yes, there IS a similar application, but it's not installed by default, and the focus of the program...

Creating a Partition on an External Hard Drive

External hard drives require partitioning. And, just like internal hard drives, the Windows Disk Management partitioning utility can be used to create new partitions. If you don't have any unpartitioned...

How to Install Device Manager in Ubuntu

Is there an Ubuntu equivalent for the Windows Device Manager application? Yes, there IS a similar application, but it's not installed by default, and the focus of the program has less to do with...

Run Windows Programs on Linux with WINE Running Ubuntu

Many users are hesitant to make a switch to Linux because they fear that they will not be able to run their Windows programs. Don't believe this as 100% right unless you try Wine....

Total Cost of Computer Ownership for Home Users

Commercial industries often consider the total cost of purchasing an asset beyond the sticker price. Home users can learn from Total Cost of Ownership analysis when buying a computer....

How to Use the Puppy Linux Bookmark File

Learn the basics of working with a Puppy Linux bookmark file. This file can be used to capture your favorite web sites within the Internet Explorer web browser under Microsoft Windows....

Run Windows Programs on Linux with WINE Running Ubuntu

Many users are hesitant to make a switch to Linux because they fear that they will not be able to run their Windows programs. Don't believe this as 100% right unless you try...

Total Cost of Computer Ownership for Home Users

Commercial industries often consider the total cost of purchasing an asset beyond the sticker price. Home users can learn from Total Cost of Ownership analysis when buying a computer...