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If you have a lot of bookmarks, you probably want to transfer them if you decide to switch browsers. While most browsers will ask to do this automatically when you run them for the first time, it can be useful to have a bookmarks file handy in case things don’t go as planned, or if you want to transfer your bookmarks to a friend. [ 84 more words. ]

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How to Export Bookmarks from Chrome If you have a lot of bookmarks, you probably want to transfer them if you decide to switch browsers. While most browsers will ask to do this automatically when you run them for the first time, it c...

Top 10 Portable Charger External Battery Power Banks For Smartphones And Tablets Smartphones have become a very important part of our life so much so that we can’t even imagine living an hour without our smartphones. Most of us have already been in a situation when our smartphone has gone dead when we need it the most. This situation can be easily avoided by carrying an external battery/portable charger/power bank along with your smartphone. [ 89 more words. ]

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Power Banks For Smartphones And Tablets Top 10 Portable Charger External Battery Power Banks For Smartphones And Tablets Smartphones have become a very important part of our life so much so that we can’t even imagine living an hour witho...

If you’re going to be away from mains power for a few days or your phone or tablet simply won’t last a full working day, a power bank can be invaluable. Able to keep your USB-powered mobile devices going as long as you do, these portable chargers let you top up your battery wherever you are, ensuring that you always stay connected. [ 262 more words. ]

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Best Portable Chargers For Smartphones and Tablets If you’re going to be away from mains power for a few days or your phone or tablet simply won’t last a full working day, a power bank can be invaluable. Able to keep your USB-powered mobile devices...

Nothing is ever deleted on a computer. Even though delete functions exist the data still remains somewhere in the computer, whether on the hard drive or in obscure files tucked away deep in the operating system. Recovering deleted internet history is quite straightforward if you know what you’re doing. And if you do want to know what you’re doing, read on. [ 188 more words. ]

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5 ways to recover deleted internet history data easily Nothing is ever deleted on a computer. Even though delete functions exist the data still remains somewhere in the computer, whether on the hard drive or in obscure files tucked away deep in the ope...

Windows: Programs that “freeze” Windows are great for testing new software without risking your system or simply protecting a family member from infecting their computer. Each time you reboot, all the changes (including viruses) are erased. Tool-Wiz is another system restore utility, but this free program adds password protection. Read More...

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Tollway Time freeze protects your PCs state with a password Windows: Programs that “freeze” Windows are great for testing new software without risking your system or simply protecting a family member from infecting their computer. Each time you reboot, all ...

If you’re looking for a space-saving, powerful PC, and you either don’t want to build or you’re buying for someone else, an all-in-one computer is a decent bet. They come with everything you need to get to work, are easy to set up, and can be just as good as traditional desktops. This week, we’re looking at five of the best, based on your nominations. [ 147 more words. ]

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Five Best All-In-One Computers If you’re looking for a space-saving, powerful PC, and you either don’t want to build or you’re buying for someone else, an all-in-one computer is a decent bet. They come with everything you need t...

Microsoft released a preview of their update to Windows 8 today, and we’ve got all the details, starting with how to get your hands on it. Give Me the Info! Before we give you the download link, there are a couple of things you should keep in mind: Windows 8.1 will be a Free update to Windows 8. Windows 8.1 will be offered through the Windows App Store today, though you’ll need a small update to trigger it. [ 101 more words. ]

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Windows 8.1 Preview Released: What it Means and How to Get It Microsoft released a preview of their update to Windows 8 today, and we’ve got all the details, starting with how to get your hands on it. Give Me the Info! Before we give you the download link, th...

One of the biggest changes in Windows 8.1 is Sky Drive integration. In Windows 8, Sky Drive was available as a Modern app and a desktop app that you could install. In Windows 8.1, Sky Drive is integrated at the system level. Sky Drive integration doesn’t just apply to Modern apps. It’s also available in File Explorer on the desktop, so this change matters to desktop users, too. [ 115 more words. ]

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How Windows 8.1 Integrates Sky Drive Everywhere One of the biggest changes in Windows 8.1 is Sky Drive integration. In Windows 8, Sky Drive was available as a Modern app and a desktop app that you could install. In Windows 8.1, Sky Drive is inte...

Apple’s new MacBook is pushing the notebook’s future closer toward wireless everything — Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirDrop, Continuity and Handoff all play crucial parts in this mobile dream — but you’re most likely going to have to pay up for extra cables and adapters/dongles to hook up all of your other existing wired accessories. See also: Gold standard: Hands on with Apple’s new MacBook… [ 340 more words. ]

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Dongles For New MacBook Apple’s new MacBook is pushing the notebook’s future closer toward wireless everything — Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirDrop, Continuity and Handoff all play crucial parts in this mobile dream — but you’re m...

The latest Apple MacBook is just 13.1mm thin, and you’ll want to carry it with you everywhere. Apple on Tuesday announced its new MacBook, which slots in as the middle step between the entry-level Apple MacBook Air and the high-end Apple MacBook Pro. Highlights include a 13.1mm thick chassis, 2-pound weight, and all-day battery life thanks to a Intel Core M processor and batteries that fill the slender case. [ 141 more words. ]

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Hands On: Apple’s New 12-Inch MacBook The latest Apple MacBook is just 13.1mm thin, and you’ll want to carry it with you everywhere. Apple on Tuesday announced its new MacBook, which slots in as the middle step between the entry-level ...

Windows users have long known the pain of viruses and other malware, but the good news is it’s pretty easy to avoid. First, we recommend learning the difference between viruses, trojans, and other kinds of attacks, as well as the myths surrounding them. Then, install some good antivirus software to protect yourself (Avast is our current favorite). You can even get antivirus for your Android phone, if you so choose. [ 69 more words. ]

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protect your computer from viruses Top 10 Simple Things Every Computer User Should Know How to Do Windows users have long known the pain of viruses and other malware, but the good news is it’s pretty easy to avoid. First, we recomme...

Access Your Home Computer From Anywhere Ever go out with your laptop and realize you left something important on your computer at home? One way to solve this problem is to use a service like Dropbox, so your files are with you everywhere you go. However, it’s also handy to know how to use your home computer from anywhere. With a simple app, you can log into your home computer from another machine and use it as if you were sitting right at your desk—whether you just need to grab a quick file or access a program you don’t have elsewhere. Read More...

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btechwire.wordpress.com Access Your Home Computer From Anywhere Ever go out with your laptop and realize you left something important on your computer at home? One way to solve this problem is to use a service like Dropbo...