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Best Of: Computer Tips & Tricks Everyone Should Know

Best Of: Computer Tips & Tricks Everyone Should Know
  • Posted June 12, 2013, 2:49 AM by Dave LeClair | Filed in TechSpot, Software
  • Many hardcore computer users might think themselves above learning new tricks, but there's always new things to learn that will help improve your skills. Our bet: you will find at least one useful thing here that you didn't know before.

    We’ve compiled some of the most handy computer tricks you might not be taking advantage of. Our ultimate goal is to help you become more productive by shaving valuable seconds off your workflow. Of course, you can always pass along these tips to your not-so-savvy friends and family to help them become better PC users as well.

Windows 8 tricks, tips and shortcuts: a power user must-read

Windows 8 tricks, tips and shortcuts: a power user must-read
  • Posted March 6, 2012, 2:43 AM by Julio Franco | Filed in TechSpot, Software
  • Windows 8 CP cracked 1 million downloads shortly after launching last Wednesday and I'm sure many of you have tried it already. Whether you went with a dual-boot, upgrade, clean install or virtual machine, if you're coming from Windows 7 you'll notice significant changes immediately, while others may not be as obvious.

    With change comes good and bad -- at least until you learn some tricks that get you back up to speed. Without further ado, here's a shortlist of Windows 8 shortcuts and useful quick tricks I've gathered thus far.

Tech Tip of the Week: Windows 7 Jump Lists Fix and Tricks

Tech Tip of the Week: Windows 7 Jump Lists Fix and Tricks
  • Posted February 8, 2011, 3:10 AM by Julio Franco | Filed in TechSpot, Software
  • When Windows 7 made it out the door reactions were mixed about its revamped taskbar. Now two years later I can personally attest to the improved usability of the new bar and above all else, the magnificent implementation of jump lists.

    Depending on the application jump lists can be used to get 1-click functionality without recalling a minimized window, easily access common tasks or to quickly open pinned and recent documents. In a nutshell, if you are willing to make the most of them, jump lists are a productivity godsend.

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