Dec 6, 2015 | Box, Dropbox, file_sharing, Microsoft, Office 365, OneDrive, web_services, Windows10
Let’s get caught up on the latest news about OneDrive, Microsoft’s service for storing files online and syncing them to your computers and mobile devices. If you’re new to OneDrive, it’s a free service tied to your Microsoft account that’s similar to Dropbox. It...
Dec 2, 2015 | Windows tips, Windows10, Windows7, Windows8
When you open File Explorer in Windows 10, you see many things designed to make life simpler. There are so many, in fact, that the navigation pane on the left has become cluttered and confusing, exactly the opposite of what you need. Here are some tips about how to...
Nov 27, 2015 | Apple, phone, software, web_services, Windows10, Windows7, Windows8
myEcho is an iPhone app that can take your dictation and insert it into any Windows program. It’s remarkably accurate, it’s easy to use, and, oh yes, it only costs $1.99. If you’ve spent any time trying to set up dictation in Windows, you might appreciate the...
Nov 18, 2015 | Windows tips, Windows10
Many of you are finding your way around Windows 10 on your newly upgraded computers. It’s a blend of the best of Windows 7 and Windows 8, with some new features that show lots of promise: Cortana talks to you! The notification center sends messages to you! The Edge...
Nov 11, 2015 | updates, Windows10, Windows7, Windows8
Microsoft has released its long-awaited major update for Windows 10. If you are going to upgrade, it’s now safer to do that. The update contains four months of bug fixes, driver improvements, and updates to improve the upgrade experience. Windows 10 is now closer to...
Nov 4, 2015 | Cortana, Microsoft, Outlook, security, Windows tips, Windows10
Finally! Next week, you’ll do your backups and you’ll upgrade to Windows 10 and everything will go smoothly and you’ll log in and everything will work perfectly and you’ll love it. It’s absolutely guaranteed – subject to my Standard Disclaimer, of course. Here...
