This may be your face when it happens to you. Every day, 1 in 20 Americans spill something on their laptop (Also, 48% of statistics are made up). So something liquid finds its way onto your laptop or smart phone whether by accident or angry significant other and now you must act, or weep in… Read More
Windows Blue 8.1 Boot To Desktop Feature
Can Windows Blue save us? I’ve tried to be a Windows 8 evangelist. I am an early adopter and one of the few that actually liked Windows Vista, so I’m use to being laughed at and ridiculed for my choice of Operating Systems. Windows 8 has been a hard sell, however. There is simply too… Read More
Because Its Cool: O2 Hurrican Computer Duster
Dust is not only disgusting–it’s a computer killer! Your PC is like a vacuum cleaner, constantly pulling dust, hair and other debris into your computer grills. Your fan speed is affected by dust build-up, and layers of it on your motherboard, video card and CPU can eventually harm your components. We all know this, of… Read More
System Mechanic Pro
System Mechanic Pro is an all-in-one system utility that detects and repairs a multitude of issues your PC might be experiencing. From security exploits, to registry issues, to hard drive and Internet optimization–this one program does everything. Since all computers slow down over time, having a reliable program to perform maintenance is a necessity. While… Read More
Poll | Which Hardware Components Are Most Important To You
This is a hard one. If you had to pick, which top two hardware components do you feel are most important in a computer? Below are the current results of last week’s poll:… Read More
InfoGraphic: How Are You Being Hacked
How are you being hacked? This alarming Infographic reveals various platforms and how hackers are taking advantage of them. The New Threat Landscape infographic… Read More
Stats Revealed: PCTechBytes Users Preference In Technology
Ever wonder what browser, Operating System and version of Windows everyone else is running? I do. So I decided to take our loyal readers behind the scenes and peel back the PCTechBytes stats curtain. This is important information. It helps us see if we’re falling behind in our choice of technology. Where do you fall?… Read More
Use Two Factor Authentication For Added Security
Two factor authentication is an important security technique you should implement whenever possible. While there are many ways to do this, the gist of it means you need to authenticate your identity by using a physical device of some type. This makes it much harder for someone to hack into your email or bank account… Read More
Because It’s Cool: Kinivo Portable Speaker
The speaker(s) in iOS and Android devices stink. There’s no way to sugar coat it. They’re small and have a tinny sound to them. The range is horrible and the bass is non-existent. You really need an external speaker system for these devices if you want to enjoy your music on the back patio or… Read More
Windows 8 Printer Installation For Local And Network
The process for adding a printer in Windows 8 is very similar to adding a printer in any other version of Windows. But with anything like Windows 8, navigating to the proper menus can be a daunting task. You might be able to install your Windows 8 printer simply by plugging in the USB cable… Read More
Portable Apps For Antivirus and Anti-Malware
The invention of USB was one of the greatest achievements in PC history. Ok, maybe I’m gushing a little but with what other connection can you do so many things? Need to install an OS, run some antivirus or anti-malware scans, have an entire pocket Linux computer in one stick, transfer data, backup data, share… Read More
Poll | What Is Your Primary Operating System
Forums member PCS asks, What is your primary Operating System? Have you moved up to Windows 8? If so, why? Was it a calculated move or did you just buy a new PC? There are many reasons why people decide to stick with older Operating Systems, too. For instance, some will stick with older Operating… Read More