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  1. bruh

    I don't know whether or not to trust this...

    I was trying to install a train driving simulator (because I LOVE trains!) and suddenly my eyes beheld a beautiful sight, every vowel you could ever want in one easy installer. I was so impressed by this that I almost clicked Aaeaa without thinking about it (to install) but after giving it some...
  2. F

    Windows 10 Concerns About Bugs in Windows 10 Version 1909: Is It Safe to Wait?

    An article on Computerworld from Dec 2019 states that this version has bugs that continue to haunt the user. I am hesitant to install this just yet. Can I wait until bugs are worked out? Don't have tech support from Dell anymore so don't need any deep problems. Thanks.
  3. Z

    Windows 7 Windows 7 Extended Security Updates

    I called Microsoft a couple days ago and tried to order the Windows 7 Extended Security Updates. I was told I will be going through a third party to receive my updates. I just received an email message from a tech company in Denver. Is this how it's going to work, then? I have to deal with an...
  4. Axel PC

    How do you balance privacy and security

    For a while now I've been trying to avoid Google and Microsoft services as much as possible. Yet we all know that's not probable if you want to function normally in today's world. Well I've kind of hit a point where the geeky side of me has won over the cautious once bitten twice from the...
  5. Hermitkrab

    Windows 10 Any Concerns Using a Russian Browser?

    With secure browsing in mind, I've been experimenting with various browsers that are advertised to offer good security in the Internet. I'm currently trying Yandex, which is Russian designed. Knowing how adept the Russians are, do you think I should have any concerns about their software, as far...
  6. S

    Windows 10 MicroSSD in Motherboard - HD reformat key Concern

    Hi, Planning to reinstall Windows 10 and I have some questions regarding above Title. In my laptop, it has a MircoSsd built into the motherboard and I would like to know how to use it effectively? ( How is stuff place there? Is it done automatically? Or can I put stuff in there and how?). It...
  7. ragnarok1968

    NEWS European authorities raise fresh concerns over Windows 10 data collection

    European authorities raise fresh concerns over Windows 10 data collection (via neowin.net) A few weeks ago, Microsoft announced changes to Windows 10 to offer users greater control over how it collects data about them from its devices and services. Among the changes were a new web privacy...
  8. I

    Windows 7 Click To Run errors.

    I'm getting the following errors on start up and during shut down. How do I fix this problem? Is the Microsoft Office Home and Student 2010 update legit? My main concern is that it might be a virus trying to gain access to my computer. My Office 2010 is a copy I got from a friend so I fear if I...
  9. poorguy

    Windows 7 or Upgrade to Windows 10

    hey al, would like some input on windows 10. i did the windows 10 preview and it was ok. i went ahead and installed windows 10. my question is should i keep it or should i stay with windows 7. one thing that i really don't like about windows 10 is all of the privacy intrusion and i understand...
  10. J

    Windows 10 Is Windows 10 Really Free?

    I just saw this http://www.forbes.com/sites/gordonkelly/2015/07/10/free-windows-10-charges/?utm_campaign=yahootix&partner=yahootix and thought it interesting since MS is touting free forever. Are they going to pull a fast one on the people who update? Joe
  11. Explodey

    Windows XP Can you unknowingly be a server?

    I recently moved into a new place; it's a roommate situation, and our wifi is in my roommate's name. But my roommate has been threatening to change things so that only he has access to the wifi, and then I'll have to make some other arrangements if I want internet. This is because he's...
  12. N

    Windows 10 Upgrade Process - How Should I Proceed?

    This may not be a question anyone necessarily has an answer for, but would appreciate any opinions. I work at a school and would like to upgrade about 70 computers to W10. Unfortunately, teachers get back around August 5, so it will be a crunch. 1. I have 100 volume licenses for W8. Will these...
  13. P

    MS email re: Aug 1st

    Hello I received an email from MS saying by Aug 1st they wanted privacy and ads etc. done by MS users. I did not see a place to "accept". I do not want to lose my email address especially and other MS feature so what am I supposed to do to maintain them. I really did not understand the email and...
  14. News

    Oh god... screenshots from Windows 10 build 10036 look worryingly like Windows Phone

    OK, I'm starting to get worried now. I've been working my way through each of the public previews of Windows 10 and, on the whole, I've been fairly impressed. Not blown away, but generally satisfied. But some of the recent screenshots that have been leaking out have me a little concerned. --...
  15. News

    Microsoft Works to Fix Security Concerns in Outlook for iOS and Android

    A recent update for Outlook for iOS and Android, should help quell complaints from business users using Microsoft's new email app. read more Continue reading...
  16. News

    Is Cortana a dangerous step towards artificial intelligence?

    'Virtual assistant' software like Cortana is becoming increasingly important, but should we be more concerned about the sort of technology that brings us closer to true artificial intelligence? The post Is Cortana a dangerous step towards artificial intelligence? appeared first on Digital Trends...
  17. M

    Windows 8 Applications and Privacy in the age of Surveillance

    Here I am with a new Windows 8.1 'puter perusing the Windows Store for interesting apps to download. I can't help but to notice that each of them includes a warning which implies your computer might be scanned for private data ("this app has permission to use some features of your computer...
  18. P

    Windows 8 Concerns About Unfamiliar RTF File and Word Document Encoding Issues in Windows 8.1

    Link Removed Link Removed Hello Win 8.1 I am going to upload attachments I found in; file explorer>click on the word Windows disc C: and this file is on the bottom of a list appears. I opened it to show the 2nd prtscn. When opened it looks like Revo was involved as well as Patch...
  19. F

    Windows 8 Debating the Upgrade: Is Windows 8.1 Worth It for a Happy Windows 8 User?

    I suppose I'm one of the rare souls who finds 8 very intuitive and easy to use. I don't have a smartphone, so I have no app habits to break. The common complaints I've encountered haven't been relevant to me, and after 9 months I find myself much more comfortable with 8 than any other operating...
  20. News

    Windows 7 Ping 182: Legos & Robots, Bing search, Xbox One Domain name, Kinect spy? | Ping!

    While Paul is off sewing his wild oats, we had the pleasure of being joined by Mark DeFalco. Enjoy! Link Removed Bing expands auto search The domain name battle Is your Kinect spying on you? Link Removed Link Removed
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