Posts under Windows 8 tag.

UX expert says Windows 8 UI is confusing on a PC

Microsoft may just have released the Windows 8 RTM to TechNet and MSDN subscribers who must be going ga-ga over the final build but not everyone shares the same opinion, notably Raluca Budiu, a User Experience specialist of the Nielsen Norman Group. In an […]

The Improved Disk Defragmentor and Storage Optimizer in Windows 8/10

In Windows 8, the humble defragmentation tool has evolved to carry on other roles, apart from its disk defragmentation role. While in Windows 7 and Windows Vista, the Disk Defragmenter tool did improve, it still continued to only defragment the […]

How to Activate Windows 8/10 Enterprise Edition

We have already seen how to activate Windows 8 or upgrade Windows 8 earlier. But Windows 8 Enterprise Edition does not offer an option to enter your serial number during installation. In my case, when you click on “Activate” it tried […]

Microsoft changes behavior of Windows Defender in Windows 8

In Windows 8, Windows Defender is actually Microsoft Security Essentials. Those who have installed Windows 8 may have noticed that Microsoft has rechristened Microsoft Security Essentials as Windows Defender. In its earlier iterations, while the former offered anti-virus protection, the […]

Download Windows 8 Enterprise Edition Trial Version Free

Microsoft has made available the trial version of Windows 8 Enterprise Edition as a free download for developers and Windows enthusiasts. The download is in the form of ISO images and is available for 32-bit as well as 64-bit platforms. […]

Microsoft’s marrriage and divorce with ‘Metro’ UI

Microsoft has been in the news off late for readying Windows 8, it latest Windows operating system, for commercial availability. It is now already available for TechNet and MSDN subscribers. In other parts of news, it’s been criticized for its failed attempt […]

How to Clean Install Windows 8 RTM Final: Step-by-Step Screenshot Tutorial

You are here, probably because you have decided to upgrade to Microsoft’s latest operating system, Windows 8. If you have downloaded the ISO image from Microsoft, you might want to first read this tutorial on how to burn ISO image […]

Fix: Windows Unable To Set Google Chrome As Default Browser

On my Windows PC, when I try to open a link, it opens in Internet Explorer -even though I have set my default browser as Google Chrome. So how is it possible? You can set Chrome as the default browser while installing […]

What is Folder Merge Conflict in Windows 8

Windows 8 introduces a new feature, which was not available in Windows 7 or earlier. This feature gives you an option, whereby you can prevent or allow the “This destination already contains a folder named” warning dialog box from appearing, […]

What is Fast Startup and how to enable or disable it in Windows 10/8

In Windows 8/10, Microsoft has introduced a way to start your computer. This feature is called as Fast Startup. Currently, in Windows 7, users could either shut down their computers, put it to Sleep or Hibernate. According to usage data it […]

Notable changes in Windows 8 Release Preview

It has been almost a month since Windows 8 Release Preview was released. Obviously, the current release is considered as being more stable than the previous release i.e. Windows 8 Consumer Preview. Today in this article, we’re going to discuss […]

How to Upgrade Windows 7, Vista or XP to Windows 8 Pro

After much speculation Microsoft, the software giant decided to offer Windows 8 Pro for $39.99. What news may uplift the mood of many Windows loyalists even more, is that not only PCs running Windows 7  will be eligible for this […]

The simplest way to boot Windows 8 directly to Desktop … natively!

As much as people may like Windows 8, most just cannot get used to the idea of NOT seeing the desktop, once Windows 8 boots. We have been regularly sharing details and tips about Microsoft’s upcoming operating system, viz. Windows […]

Antimalware apps for Windows 8/10

Microsoft has partnered with several antivirus partners and antimalware app developers to develop high-quality antimalware apps on Windows 8 – some of which are now available for download. Windows Defender is installed as a feature in Windows 8/10 and is […]

Why Windows 8 May Fail !

Yesterday we saw some rather convincing argument about Windows 8, put forth  by my colleague, on why he thinks Windows 8 will succeed. I am however, skeptical about the success of Windows 8 in the near future – and if Windows […]

Why Windows 8 Will Succeed!

Windows 8 is the upcoming operating system from Microsoft –  a much hyped and much awaited version, that intends to change the way people computer. With Windows 8, Microsoft changes the user interface completely and makes it best for operating […]

Disable Sync Settings in Windows 8 for Multiple Users, using Group Policy Editor

In the past we highlighted the steps to configure PC Sync settings using your Microsoft account. But for some reason, if you wish to disable the sync settings for all the users in Windows 8, you can do it either […]

How to set up & use Family Safety in Windows 8 to monitor your kids activities

Windows 8 is not just making PC easier to use, more interactive and social but it’s the most secure and safe computer operating system ever made. Microsoft is very much concerned about the security and safety of their customers and […]

Download Windows 8 Release Preview Product Guide

How Windows 8 will be a boon to Business, has been explained in this new guide released by Microsoft. Titled simply as the Windows 8 Product Guide for Business, this guide how Windows has been reimagined in its 8th avatar […]

Windows 8 Release Preview : Installation Methods and Screenshots

Microsoft is providing different ways to download & install Windows 8 Release Preview – all this for the users’ convenience. In this article we will see various installation methods Microsoft is providing to install Windows 8 Release Preview. 1. Installing Windows […]