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Is Microsoft DESTROYING Windows with Windows 11?

I have made no secret of my disdain for changes made in Windows 11. It was a driving force for me  experiment with Linux last March and finally break down and buy a MacBook last October. More recently, my wife’s laptop was “stealth upgraded” to Windows 11, which really ticked her off. Fortunately, there is […]

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Linux Windows

How to Use Linux Mint for Windows Users

This video is from ExplainingComputers is a couple of years old and the latest Linux Mint version is 21.1. However, it is still mostly spot on and a good look at a Linux OS that will “feel like home” to Windows users looking for a new OS instead of Windows 11. Since last year, when […]

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Interesting Windows

What’s inside a .EXE File?

Inkbox explains what’s inside the Windows Executable. Explored also is programming without a compiler, linker, or any kind of processing code before execution. Is programming in raw machine code possible?

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Windows

Cool Free Windows Utilities to Use EVERYDAY

Even though, I am in the middle of de-Windowsization, I predict that I will be using Windows in some capacity for a few more years. Until Windows 10 reaches end of life or the problems with Windows 11 get fixed to my liking. In the meantime, I appreciate this video about Microsoft PowerToys for Windows. […]

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Interesting Windows

10 Free Software You Probably Didn’t Know Existed! 2022

In this video, take a look at the 10 lesser-known free programs that just might be useful for you. Some of which were recommended by viewers in the comments in prior videos. All are available for Windows, with some available for macOS and Linux as well.

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Windows

Windows Ventura – New drop schedule, Cronos device, Netflix ads

Every now and then I check out Windows Weekly to get a feel for happenings in the Windows world. Turns out a lot is going on. I have to admit that I hate being right about the fate of the Surface Duo. And, no, I am not moving to Windows 11 anytime soon.

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Microsoft Security

Hackers Have a New Strategy – How to Defend Against It

The threat landscape is ever changing. Now that MS Office files disable macros by default on files from the internet, malware creators have already begun to adapt. But knowing their plan makes it easy to prevent.

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Windows

FREE Tool to Automate Your Repetitive and Boring Tasks | AutoHotkey

I’m sure you’re familiar with keyboard shortcuts. But how about creating shortcuts that work in any Windows application. AutoHotkey (AHK) is the answer to your customization needs. With AutoHotkey you can create your own shortcuts that apply to all your applications on your computer. If you’ve never used AutoHotkey, don’t worry. In this tutorial I […]

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