Tag: Windows 10

  • Windows 10 troubleshooting — common things to try

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    So, you upgraded from Windows 7 or 8.1 to Windows 10. Good move. But out of the blue something weird happens. Maybe the Desktop does not look normal, the Task Bar is missing, the Start button does not work properly, etc. What to do? Well, assuming that your system is free of malware, if a

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  • New PC ? — what to do first

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    If you got a new PC for the holidays, congrats. What’s next? Windows 10, Cortana, customization, updates, privacy settings, another browser, Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Free, backup, … fun. As for prior years, PC World posted several articles about what to do first with a new PC. 1. “Windows 10: The best tricks, tips, and tweaks” Here

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  • Creepy aspects of Windows 10’s privacy settings — more from PC World

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    Windows 10 is a “winner” in most ways, especially for those moving from older Windows versions (and who invest the time to prep and complete a successful upgrade). However, as I’ve noted in prior posts, news about its “out-of-the-box” settings persists. And that’s a good thing. For many people, those settings may pose privacy issues.

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  • Best anti-virus app for your new Windows 10 PC?

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    Now that you’ve upgraded to Windows 10, you might want to review what computer security apps (programs, software) you’re using. If you’ve followed my blog, you already checked that your previous anti-virus / anti-malware apps are running okay. And you’re also using two apps: a top branded app and Malwarebytes Anti-Malware (free or premium). Just

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  • Getting Started with Windows 10 — Microsoft’s “Welcome to Windows 10” email

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    After upgrading to Windows 10, you should get an email message from windows@communication.microsoft.com with the subject “Getting started with Windows 10.” This might take a few days. Here’s a summary. Lots of smiles (see the linked pdf for photos in their message). This is the first in a series of emails designed to help you

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