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Practical tips and tricks to take your tech gear and computing skills to the next level.

by Melanie Pinola

Melanie Pinola is a freelance writer covering all things tech-related. A former IT admin and occasional web developer, she is also the author of LinkedIn in 30 Minutes, a Lifehacker editor, and the Guide to Mobile Office Tech at About.com.

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Turn off Windows 8's default sharing of your location, name, and web content usage

Posted Nov 07, 2012 - 02:05 pm

By default, Windows 8 lets apps use your name, location, and more. Head to the settings if you want to protect your privacy
Consumerization of IT, privacy, windows 8
Find what you need today: gas, your polling place, a free ride to the polls

Posted Nov 06, 2012 - 01:06 pm

These timely tools and services can help you through the fuel shortage and where you need to be to cast your vote
Consumerization of IT, gas, Hurricane Sandy
Download Windows 8 for Dummies and nearly a hundred other Microsoft e-books for free

Posted Nov 05, 2012 - 12:36 pm

Dozens of free e-books from Microsoft will teach you how to use Windows 8, Microsoft Office, SQL Server, SharePoint, and lots more
Consumerization of IT, e-books, ebooks
Learn how to navigate Windows 8 and use touch and gestures (Care of MSDN)

Posted Nov 02, 2012 - 02:07 pm

Windows 8 offers new ways to interact with your system. From swiping to tapping, here's guidance from Microsoft on getting around Windows 8.
Consumerization of IT, MSDN, navigating windows 8
How to get your most important emails as text messages

Posted Nov 01, 2012 - 04:07 pm

By automatically forwarding certain emails to SMS, you can skip constantly monitoring your inbox and still never miss an important email.
Consumerization of IT, email, email filters
Last-minute tech checklist for emergencies

Posted Oct 29, 2012 - 11:28 am

Use technology to stay safe and informed no matter what Hurricane Sandy brings
Consumerization of IT, hurricane, mobile apps
Why you should definitely upgrade to Windows 8 (or not)

Posted Oct 25, 2012 - 04:33 pm

Forget what you’ve heard. Microsoft’s most radically redesigned version of Windows is often brilliant and improves upon Windows 7--even if you don’t own a touchscreen. But, still, it’s not for everyone.
Consumerization of IT, Windows, windows 8
Java exploits threaten billions of Macs and PCs. Here's how to protect against them.

Posted Oct 24, 2012 - 03:01 pm

Find out if your computer is vulnerable to Java exploits, and how to remove Java to protect yourself from these security risks
Consumerization of IT, exploits, java
Where to sell your iPad or MacBook for the most money

Posted Oct 23, 2012 - 04:35 pm

Sell your now-obsolete iPad or MacBook Pro laptop for the most cash
Consumerization of IT, Apple, ipad
5 taskbar tricks to make Windows more usable (including Windows 8)

Posted Oct 22, 2012 - 12:36 pm

Customize the taskbar to get to everything faster in both Windows 7 and, especially, the hard-to-navigate Windows 8
Consumerization of IT, shortcuts, Windows

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