UX Matters: Controlled Folder Access
Windows Defender Controlled Folder Access is promising protection from ransomware, but implementation can put users in a panic.
Run Cleanup to Allow for Fall Creators Update
No sign of the Fall Creators Update on your Windows 10 PC? You may have an old install that needs cleaned up.
Workaround for Delayed Notifications on Galaxy S8
An unlucky group of Samsung Galaxy S8 users are experiencing significantly delayed or missed notifications. Here’s one workaround that has proven successful so far.
Thanks from Logitech Customer Care
Last night I plugged a USB hub into a new computer for the first time. Numerous notifications offering to open discovered drives, and install device drivers ensued without incident. Today I restarted the computer and was greeted with a vague prompt from Logitech.
Control the Windows Update Download Time Window
Today’s tip allows you to control the time window for downloading Windows Updates.
UX Matters: The Modern Web Experience
Another case where Windows seemingly goes out of its way to punish mobile users is with responsive websites.
UX Matters: The Windows 10 Unlock Experience
Whether you swipe to unlock, drag out a pattern, touch your fingerprint, or any other magical incantation, you do it as much as a hundred times a day or more.
UX Matters: Small Things Matter
Windows Ink Workspace is a compelling reason to use the slate form factor, but tablet mode’s user hostility ruins the experience.
Windows Desktop Topology
Did you know that Windows remembers your current and historical display topography? Did you even know such a thing existed?
Surface Dock Transformed How I Use Surface
I never owned the original Surface Docking Station, and I’m glad I held out. The Surface Dock, as the new brick is known, absolutely changed how I use Surface.
Skip Logon Password in Windows 10 or 8
Tired of typing your password every time you open your laptop? Today we’ll be taking a look existing and new logon options in Windows 10, including how to avoid the prompt entirely.
Storage Spaces Upgraded in Windows 10
Storage Spaces have an upgrade available for Windows 10, including some very badly needed functionality. Here’s what’s new and what it means to you.
Tame the Windows 10 Action Center [Video]
The Windows 10 Action Center recycles its name from a former feature in the Control Panel, but is opened up to all notifications and is more customizable than you might notice at first.
The Lumia 950 Super Review
Today, Lumia launched their Home Trials campaign, centered on the new Lumia 950, and I received a kit to test it out and let you know what I think!