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Microsoft Issues Surprise Security Patches For XP

Posted on June 20, 2017 by cynmackley

Microsoft issues an emergency patch for XP, Vista, and Windows 8. Find out why it was needed and how you can get it.

Posted in Computer Terms, Security Help, Using The Internet, Windows 8Tagged emergency security patch, microsoft, windows 8, windows vista, windows xp4 Comments

3 Things You Must Do To Prevent Crippling Ransomware Attacks

Posted on May 15, 2017 by cynmackley

Most crippling ransomware attacks can be prevented. Here's what you need to know.

Posted in Computer Terms, In The News, Security HelpTagged NHS ransomware, online safety, ransomware, security, windows updates, windows vista, windows xp3 Comments

Google Dropping Drive Support for XP & Vista

Posted on November 5, 2016 by cynmackley

Why Google is cutting of Drive desktop app support for Windows XP and Vista.

Posted in Cloud Storage, Quick TipsTagged end of drive support, google drive, Google drive desktop app, windows vista, windows xpLeave a comment

Readers Speak Out : What OS Are You Using?

Posted on April 28, 2016 by cynmackley

We break down our readers preferred operating systems and find that they stand out from the crowd.

Posted in Computer TermsTagged linux, most popular OS, Operating Sytem, OS, Windows 10, windows 7, Windows 8.1, windows vista, windows xp2 Comments

Reader’s Tip: Save On Windows 10 Upgrade

Posted on April 25, 2016 by cynmackley

How to save some money on upgrading Windows Vista to Windows 10.

Posted in Quick Tips, Uncategorized, Windows 10Tagged quick tip, upgrading to Windows 10, Windows 10, windows 7, windows vistaLeave a comment

Chrome Ends Support For XP, Vista, Older OS X Versions

Posted on April 20, 2016 by cynmackley

With the latest update to Chrome, Google is ending support for several operating systems.

Posted in Quick Tips, Security Help, Using The InternetTagged browsers, Chrome ends support, Google Chrome, os x, windows vista, windows xp2 Comments

Windows 7 Is Still Top Operating System

Posted on April 19, 2016 by cynmackley

Windows 7 still rules the roost, but Windows 10 is coming on strong.

Posted in Quick Tips, Uncategorized, Windows 10, Windows 8Tagged linux, mac, most popular operating systems, operating systems, os x, Windows 10, windows 7, windows vista, windows xpLeave a comment

What About Vista?

Posted on April 18, 2016 by cynmackley

Vista users are feeling left out. Is there anything they can do?

Posted in Quick Tips, Uncategorized, Windows 10Tagged quick tips, Windows 10, windows upgrade, windows vistaLeave a comment

Where Is The Start Button?

Posted on February 6, 2016 by cynmackley

A guide to finding the Start Button in Microsoft Windows 7, 8.1 and 10.

Posted in Computer Terms, Windows 10, Windows 8Tagged microsoft, Start Button, start menu, windows, Windows 10, windows 7, Windows 8.1, windows vista3 Comments

How Long Will Windows 7 Last?

Posted on January 27, 2016 by cynmackley

How long until Microsoft pulls the security support plug on Windows 7? We look at the support lifecycle and how to extend it.

Posted in Computer Terms, Security Help, Windows 10, Windows 8Tagged microsoft, support lifecycle, Windows 10, windows 7, windows 8, Windows 8.1, windows vista, windows xp3 Comments

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