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How to Make Windows and Mac OS Play Nicely Together All of the PCs in my house run Windows, but I carry a Macbook Air on the road. Here’s how you can integrate the disparate worlds of Microsoft and Apple.
Remove Unchecked Items from MSConfig After reading Windows Takes Too Long to Boot, Mark Fraleigh went to MSConfig and unchecked several programs. Now he wants to remove them from MSConfig, altogether.
Remove a Program That Lacks an Uninstaller Billiebong wants to remove a program that lacks an uninstaller, and turned to the Utilities forum for help.
Run XP Software in Windows 7 SIUC asked the Windows forum about running software intended for Windows XP in Windows 7
How to Decide When It's Time to Reformat and Reinstall Windows Have you started cursing at your PC? Pulling out your own hair? Now may be the time to wipe and restore your system. It's a hassle, but well worth it.

Windows News

How to Download and Install the Microsoft Windows 8 Release Preview The latest fine-tuned beta version of Window 8 is now available for your testing pleasure. It's free.
Windows 8 Release Preview Impressions Microsoft's Windows 8 Release Preview demonstrates just how far the company has come with its new OS. Will it be enough to convert the naysayers?
Don't Expect Deals Before Windows 8 Debuts Microsoft is unlikely to offer price cuts for Windows 8 upgrades, as it did before the release of Windows 7, analyst says.
Microsoft Envisions 80-Inch Windows 8 Tablets CEO Ballmer uses an 80-inch touchscreen running Windows 8 for communications and productivity in his office, and the technology will hit the market "eventually."
What Windows 8? Microsoft Pushes XP-to-Win 7 Migration Microsoft is pushing businesses to move from XP to Windows 7, with little mention of Windows 8.

Windows Playing in PCW Video

3G and 4G Wireless Speed Tests, Windows 8 Editions, and Google Drive on PCWorld Podcast #136 Can Google Drive compete with Dropbox? Which wireless carrier has the best real-world speeds? How many editions of Windows 8 will you really have to choose from?
The New iPad, Mobile World Congress Recap, and Windows 8 Consumer Preview on PCWorld Podcast #133 The third-generation iPad with Retina display is here, plus we wrap up the cool announces at Mobile World and talk about life with Microsoft's downloadable Windows 8 Consumer Preview.
Mobile World Congress Preview, Windows 8, and PlayStation Vita on PCWorld Podcast #132 With Mobile World Congress and the Windows 8 Consumer Preview both hitting next week, we have a lot to look forward to. Oh, and the PlayStation Vita is too expensive.

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Windows Reviews

Super Win Menu Puts All Your Programs in One Place Handy, if pricey, Super Win Menu eliminates all that tunneling through submenus required by the Windows Start Menu.
Windows 8 vs. Mountain Lion: Which OS Succeeds at Bringing Mobile to the Desktop? Apple and Microsoft are both trying to bring mobile features to their new desktop operating systems, but their approaches differ greatly.
Put Some Funky Flowers on Your Desktop With Psychedelic Spring This free Windows 7 theme puts flower power on your desktop, just in time for spring.

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Downloads: Freeware, Shareware and Software to Buy

Avira AntiVir Personal - Free Antivirus Avira AntiVir Personal - Free Antivirus is a reliable free antivirus solution, that constantly and rapidly scans your computer for malicious programs such as viruses, Trojans, backdoor programs, hoaxes, worms, dialers etc. Monitoring every action executed by the user or by the operating system and being able to react promptly when a malicious program is detected. Actions include repair, delete, block, rename and quarantine programs or files.
AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition Free program protects against viruses and hackers.
3D Desktop This free Windows 7 theme includes dozens of gorgeous 3D images.

Windows 8 Release Preview Impressions