By Richard Hay at SuperSite for Windows…
Having the ability to use biometrics to validate my identity for access to my Windows 10 devices is not only a whiz bang neat feature but it is also very secure. By providing my fingerprint or face for scanning I associate those unique personal features to my Windows 10 log in account for an added level of security whether I am on my machines at home or on the road for work.
By Mitch Tulloch at WindowsNetworking.com…
This is the second and final part of a two-part article that walks through steps for using third-party tools to create a Windows 7 image for deployment that incorporates all available software updates for the operating system.
By Tim Brookes at MakeUseOf.com…
Sick of dragging files into email messages whenever you want to share something? There might be a better way. Whether you want to share a single file with another Mac in the vicinity, a folder with a Windows PC on the same network, or several gigabytes of video with a friend on the other side of the world, we’ve got you covered.
Don’t let the weak and questionable intro sentence discourage your interest. This is worth reviewing. By Brad Jones at MakeUseOf.com…
Of all the programs included in Microsoft’s Office suite, Excel is perhaps the most intimidating. There’s an enormous scope to what you can accomplish with the software, and that can be overwhelming. Even finding the desired function from a packed toolbar can be a challenge — unless you know the right keyboard shortcuts.
Source: 35 Everyday Microsoft Excel Keyboard Shortcuts for Windows & Mac
And I thought we could get by with Windows 7 until 2020.
By Matthew Hughes at MakeUseOf.com…
If you intend to use Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 in the foreseeable future, you should know that Microsoft plans to make it harder for you.If you’ve got a current generation Intel Skylake processor, they’re going to stop issuing security updates for these older supported versions of Windows in about eighteen months. Furthermore, Microsoft is refusing to support anything less than Windows 10 on Intel’s upcoming Kaby Lake processors, period.
Source: Why Windows 7 Won’t Work On Intel’s Current & Next Gen CPUs
By Joel Lee at MakeUseOf.com…
We call these features “superpowers”, and they’re worth knowing about if you consider yourself to be a power user. In fact, you don’t even have to be a power user. Anyone who wants more control over Windows will love these tricks and tips.
Source: 10 Neglected Windows Superpowers & How to Access Them
By Tina Sieber at MakeUseOf.com…
Windows 10 is very different from previous Windows versions. If you have used Windows 8 or Windows Phone, you will recognize commonalities, but Microsoft has been changing options and adding features. Here, we point out default settings you will want to customize right away.
Source: 7 Default Windows 10 Settings You Should Check Immediately
This is a pretty thorough overview. By Tina Sieber at MakeUseOf.com…
How to Install Windows 10 for Free on any Windows, Linux, or OS X
PCSource: How to Install Windows 10 for Free on any Windows, Linux, or OS X PC