Category Archives: Windows 8

Have You Noticed Windows 8 Has No COA?

The Certificate of Authentication is a common sight for any Windows OS users. But users of Windows 8 may be puzzled to notice that there is no COA sticker to prove their computer has an authentic legal operating licence. Don’t … Continue reading

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Windows 8.1 is Coming

Ever since the launch of Windows 8, users have been patiently waiting for the update that will, hopefully, iron out all the niggles that have blighted their user experience. Well, it would appear that Windows 8.1, or Blue, will be … Continue reading

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The Windows 8.1 Free Upgrade

The following is brought to you by Misco who report that the Windows 8.1 (and update) will be available free of charge to Windows 8 users through the Windows Store. They go on to say that: The announcement was made … Continue reading

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Do You Have Skype Issues?

Skype has probably saved most of us a lot of petrol and car miles. It is a fantastic tool that keeps us in touch with customers, colleagues, friends and family all over the world. But what happens when it won’t … Continue reading

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Windows 8 – Microsoft U-turn

Were you seduced by Microsoft’s shiny new operating system? Did you rush out and go mad for Windows 8 as soon as it hit the shelves? Do you now regret that? If you do, you’re not alone. According to an … Continue reading

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A Couple of Windows 8 Tips For You

Over the past few months, we’ve been offering various tips on getting the most out of Windows 8. It’s so frustrating isn’t it, when you move from an operating system you know well to one that you’re all at sea … Continue reading

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Windows 8 Tips – From Boot to Desktop

Are you using Windows 8? Are you loving it, or is it leaving you rather frustrated? According to http://www.PCworld.com, one of the biggest complaints about Microsoft’s new Operating System is that fact that it boots straight to the Start screen. … Continue reading

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How to Adjust Your Privacy Settings in Windows 8

Following on from our other recent posts on Windows 8, this time around we want to focus on an issue that’s close to everyone’s heart – privacy. The advent of the internet has thrown up numerous issues with user privacy … Continue reading

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How to Use Windows 8 Apps and Your Desktop at the Same Time

Hooray for Windows 8. At last Microsoft have brought out a truly innovative operating system that takes Windows into the 21st century. Is it perfect? No, but then again what is? But for every little foible it may have, there’s … Continue reading

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