Great Software Bargains Still in Gear Online after Cyber Monday

By Jacqueline Emigh | 11/27/2012

Even though Cyber Monday 2012 is over, big Windows & Mac software makers keep offering large price breaks online. Here are some examples of where to find bargains.

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Black Friday Tips: Hot Software Deals and Freebies

By Jacqueline Emigh | 11/21/2012

UPDATED: Here's an update to our list of tips on where to find PC and Mac software deals this week on Windows 8, MS Office, music, movies, security, and much more.

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Iolo Releases Winspresso Windows 8 App, Plans System Mechanic 11.5

By Jacqueline Emigh | 11/20/2012

After releasing a Windows 8 app called Winspresso this week, Iolo is finishing up System Mechanic 11.5, a new PC tuneup package for Windows 8, 7, Vista and XP.

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McAfee Expands All Access Security for PCs, Macs, Tablets & Phones

By Jacqueline Emigh | 11/15/2012

With security threats always on the rise, McAfee All Access 2013 adds new safeguards specific to Windows PCs, Macs, and Android and BlackBerry mobile devices.

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Holiday Hits in Windows Productivity Software

By Jacqueline Emigh | 11/12/2012

Business productivity software makes a great gift for almost anyone. Maybe you want to get some for yourself. Here are ten cool picks for the 2012 holiday season.

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Fun & Useful Software for Windows 8 & Earlier PCs

By Jacqueline Emigh | 11/9/2012

For people stepping to Windows 8, and those still using Win7 or XP, here are ten fun and useful applications for making life merrier in the 2012 holiday season.

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Windows 8 Tips: How To Play Back Movies & Music

By Ted Needleman | 10/31/2012

While Microsoft's new Windows 8 Media Center lets you play back DVDs and Blu-rays, it won't necessarily solve all of your multimedia woes. Here are some tips.

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SugarSync Unveils App for Windows 8 & RT, Plans One for Windows Phone

By Jacqueline Emigh | 10/29/2012

As an addition or an alternative to Microsoft SkyDrive, SugarSync has released a free file sharing and storage app specifically designed for Windows 8 and RT.

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Windows 8 Pro Upgrades for Existing PCs Bring DVD Playback

By Jacqueline Emigh | 10/26/2012

Looking at running Windows 8 on your existing PC? Microsoft is now offering Windows 8 Pro upgrades (that includes Media Center Pro for DVD and Blu-ray disc playback) at special introductory pricing.

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Windows 8 PCs Available on Friday, But Windows Store Is Still Lightweight

By Jacqueline Emigh | 10/25/2012

At the Windows 8 launch in New York City, a look at the latest additions to the Windows Store showed most of the new Win8/RT PC/tablet apps to be lightweight fare.

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Tips: Using the New Tiles in Windows 8

By Ted Needleman | 10/24/2012

Windows 8's missing start button is only one change in a long list. Here are tips on how to cope with the tile-based user interface (UI) in Microsoft's latest OS.

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Hulu To Roll Out Windows 8 TV Viewing App on Oct. 26

By Jacqueline Emigh | 10/23/2012

On Microsoft's Windows 8 launch date this Friday, Hulu will roll out Hulu Plus for Windows 8, a TV viewing app optimized for the new touch-enabled, tile-based OS.

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