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Windows 8 Hybrid – Its All About the Apps or Lack of Them

October 4, 2013July 17, 2013 by Guest Blogger

The fact that major personal computer vendors are launching high–end laptop-cum-tablets in two different types of operating systems on the same device is proof that they are trying to cover the shortcomings of one operating system by launching the device with another operating system. This not only increases the target group for the mobile manufacturing companies but majorly gives users a choice to select the device with the operating system that they are comfortable with. It has long been a fact that the Windows 8 operating system has a lot of shortcomings that are faced by the users and many of the users still prefer to use Windows 7.

Whatever advantages the Windows system brings to the table for a desktop, automatically gets neutralized, when it is used as a tablet. As an operating system for a smartphone or tablet, the Windows system lacks the availability of good apps, which in turn is a great advantage for Android. Android runs on the fact that it is easy to use and at the same time carries a lot of applications in its Play Store.

How to Fix Windows Update Error 0x80073712 Or 80073712

May 31, 2013 by Paul Salmon

One important aspect of using Windows is to keep it updated at all times. Microsoft releases security fixes on the second Tuesday of every month, so it is important to ensure you install those security updates to keep your system safe.

Of course, as with anything software, you may encounter errors from time-to-time that prevent you from installing updates. There are many different errors you can receive, but this post will explain what you can do if you get a 0x80073712 or 80073712 error when updating Windows.

Top 5 Touch Enabled Windows 8 Laptops

September 29, 2014April 26, 2013 by Guest Blogger

Windows 8 is all about touch; it’s the next big thing in technology (if you care to ignore the incredibly awesome retina displays and the super-fast processors that Apple brings to its line of products) and many users have taken to the new way of working on computers. The keyboard remains but the screens are now touch-enabled.

Depending on what you are doing on the computer, you now have more options than ever. There are many users who swear by the responsive touch-screens that somehow found their way from smartphones to tablets and now straight to laptop screens.

While we wonder what else would get a touch screen, here are some of the best touch-enabled Windows 8-loaded laptops available today.

What New Windows 8 Features Pose Potential Internet Security Risks?

May 28, 2013February 4, 2013 by Guest Blogger

Windows 8 was developed and released to meet two goals. The first is to make the Windows operating system a legitimate contender on mobile devices. The second is to create a more consistent user interface and experience across all Windows devices. There have been a variety of improvements which will enhance the overall level of security provided to users; however there are still serious internet security risks which must be taken into consideration.

Can a Microsoft Windows 8 Tablet Compete?

July 17, 2012June 15, 2012 by Paul Salmon

There is a lot of talk online about Microsoft’s announcement next Monday. Everything regarding this announcement is to be in secret, but many or speculating that Microsoft is going to announce their own tablet running the Windows 8 operating system.

While Microsoft has attempted to enter the tablet market in the past – even before Apple’s iPad – this will be their first tablet in an era where tablets are very popular. The question is whether a Microsoft Windows 9 tablet can compete in a market dominated by the iPad, or will it just be a blip on the tablet sales radar?

Will Windows 8 be Compatible with Mobile Devices?

August 16, 2013September 19, 2011 by Paul Salmon

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The expected release of Windows 8 has made the market so jittery that Apple admitted to setting up a Web site to download a fake one. So, what’s so special about this new operating system from Microsoft? The company is expected to unveil some details about Windows 8 at a Build conference scheduled between September 13 and 16, 2011 in Anaheim, Calif., which will bring together software developers from all parts of the world.