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Free app’s — where’s the profit? AVG kicks the hornets’ nest

The “freemium” model for products and services dominates the digital landscape. Many companies use a free version (freeware) to promote their paid-for full version (and in some cases as a goodwill gesture to promote some public good). “Try before buy” is quite useful and these companies sometimes also provide free trial versions (user licenses for… Continue reading Free app’s — where’s the profit? AVG kicks the hornets’ nest

Best anti-virus app for your new Windows 10 PC?

Now that you’ve upgraded to Windows 10, you might want to review what computer security apps (programs, software) you’re using. If you’ve followed my blog, you already checked that your previous anti-virus / anti-malware apps are running okay. And you’re also using two apps: a top branded app and Malwarebytes Anti-Malware (free or premium). Just… Continue reading Best anti-virus app for your new Windows 10 PC?

Getting Started with Windows 10 — Microsoft’s “Welcome to Windows 10” email

After upgrading to Windows 10, you should get an email message from windows@communication.microsoft.com with the subject “Getting started with Windows 10.” This might take a few days. Here’s a summary. Lots of smiles (see the linked pdf for photos in their message). This is the first in a series of emails designed to help you… Continue reading Getting Started with Windows 10 — Microsoft’s “Welcome to Windows 10” email

Windows 10 Feedback Part 2 — Pros & Cons, Likes & Dislikes, Hits & Misses

So, you generally like Windows 10. Good start, eh. But there are some things that bother you. Well, you’re not alone. PC World’s “How to cure Windows 10’s worst headaches” article summarizes some common tips. Despite the many highlights of Windows 10—Cortana, virtual desktops, windowed Windows Store apps, the revamped Start menu, DirectX 12, among… Continue reading Windows 10 Feedback Part 2 — Pros & Cons, Likes & Dislikes, Hits & Misses

Windows 10 Feedback Part 1 — Pros & Cons, Likes & Dislikes, Hits & Misses

So, you’ve been using Windows 10 for awhile. What do you think? What do you like or dislike? Although released less than a month ago (as of today, August 17), the commentary is underway. For example, this “10 Things You’ll Hate in Windows 10” article: There are some features that do need some work though.… Continue reading Windows 10 Feedback Part 1 — Pros & Cons, Likes & Dislikes, Hits & Misses