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Add hidden international desktop themes to Windows 7

May 24, 2013 1:18am PDT

There are several hidden international themes in Windows 7 that are not visible through the normal personalization section of the Control Panel. Mark Kaelin shows you how to add them to your...

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Five apps that provide more performance using less resources

May 7, 2013 12:31pm PDT

With the right app you can get high performance without taking up a large amount of resources.

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Data centers in the 21st Century

April 22, 2013 9:29am PDT

Here are some snapshots of data centers from around the world that take advantage of the newest designs and technological advancements to achieve better security, performance, efficiency, and...

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Five network management tools for admins

January 29, 2013 8:21am PST

Solid information leads to a strong and worry-free network. Jack Wallen lists five tools that can get you that solid information for free.

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Zeiss Cinemizer OLED 3D glasses (pictures)

November 26, 2012 5:00pm PST

Zeiss Cinemizer OLED 3D glasses may look futuristic, but despite their portability, their performance is far below expectations given the price.

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Slideshow: Detailed performance troubleshooting with the Windows 8 Task Manager Processes tab

July 12, 2012 12:37pm PDT

Delve deeper into the many layers of performance information available in the Windows 8 Task Manager Processes tab.

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Add a link to a remote FTP server using the Add Network Location Wizard

June 14, 2012 12:50am PDT

The Add Network Location Wizard will create a link under Computer in the navigation pane.

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Get the Quick Launch Bar back in Windows 7

June 14, 2012 12:35am PDT

Although it is not obvious, you can get the Quick Launch Bar so loved by many users of Windows XP back in Windows 7. Mark Kaelin shows you how.

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Motorola MotoActv (photos)

March 16, 2012 2:00pm PDT

An uber-fitness tool powered by Android, the Motorola MotoActv tracks workout performance using GPS, motion, and other compatible sensors. Oh yes, it's a high-tech and wearable music player, too.

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LaCie 2big Thunderbolt Series (photos)

March 8, 2012 4:10pm PST

The LaCie 2big Thunderbolt Series strikes a balance between storage space, performance, and price and would make a very good partner for any Thunderbolt-enabled Mac.

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Silicon Power Armor A80 (photos)

February 15, 2012 1:00pm PST

The Silicon Power Armor A80 is a compact, rugged, waterproof portable hard drive that offers very fast performance.

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RunCore Pro V Max SSD (photos)

February 6, 2012 4:00pm PST

RunCore's latest Pro V Max SSD is the company's first SSD offered in the U.S. market. The drive comes with rugged and sleek aluminum casing and support SATA 3 to offer very good performance. Check...

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Top apps for network monitoring

December 20, 2011 9:46am PST

You can prevent a lot of performance issues by keeping a close watch on your network with the right tools. Scott Lowe recommends these five apps to simplify the job.

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The hidden gems found in the Windows 7 calculator

December 19, 2011 1:49am PST

Check out some of the new features found hidden in the menu tree of the Microsoft Windows 7 calculator applet, you may be surprised.

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Slideshow: Create shutdown shortcuts in Windows 7

November 21, 2011 12:59am PST

Creating shortcuts to shutdown or power down a PC running Microsoft Windows 7 is easy but does require specific commands. Mark Kaelin shows you how.

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Motorola Admiral (Sprint)

November 17, 2011 5:00pm PST

The Motorola Admiral from Sprint offer great design, performance, features, and decent photo quality.

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Select files in Windows Explorer with checkboxes

November 14, 2011 12:35am PST

With one little tweak, you can change the behavior of Microsoft Windows Explorer to allow multiple file selection with checkboxes.

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HTC Rezound (photos)

November 11, 2011 6:10pm PST

While it may have a hefty build, the HTC Rezound's beautiful display, commendable performance, and multimedia-rich features make it a top phone for Verizon customers.