Why it matters whether your Windows is 32-bit or 64-bit

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new_windows_10_logo_primary-100614151-galleryI have to admit this isn’t something I’ve thought about in a long time, but I peeked around and lo and behold Microsoft’s latest OS—Windows 10—is being offered in a 32-bit version. Microsoft says it has at least 71 million 32-bit users still (as of 2014), and didn’t want to leave them out in the cold, or thrust them into the open arms of Cupertino (headquarters of rival Apple). Given this situation, I figured I’d explain the main difference between the two. Check out this article from PCWorld.com

How to Use Google Photos as the Perfect Vacation Companion

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google-photos-travel-644x373Holidays are a time to remember, where you capture memories that you want to cherish forever. Using Google Photos with your fellow travelers will ensure that your favorite moments are saved for a long time to come. Check out this article in MakeUseOf.com

Google Play Store 6.9 lays the foundation for app streaming, VR purchases

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google-play-store-100655435-largeGoogle promises a bunch of nifty features are coming to the Play Store, like streaming preview versions of apps and offering you virtual reality content. More of this article from PCWorld.com

Microsoft’s Windows 10 Anniversary Update is rolling out, but not to phones—yet

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windows-ink-workspace-new-100673153-largeAs expected, Microsoft said Tuesday that its Windows 10 Anniversary Update is beginning to roll out. Surprisingly, perhaps, Windows phones aren’t on the approved list. Check this out from PCWorld.com

Android Nougat may be coming on August 5

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android-nougat-100669396-largeIt may truly be a happy Friday in the land of Android.

That’s because Android Nougat could arrive on Aug. 5. The word comes from Evan Blass, who has a secret network of elves that feed him (usually accurate) leaks and rumors. More of this latest news from PCWorld.com

How to find your Windows or Office product key

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Most pieces of commercial software come with some form of protection to deter unauthorized copying and installation. Although software makers use different methods to achieve this goal, one common approach involves asking the user to type in a product key or serial number, which is the case for both Microsoft Windows and Office. Check out this article from PCWorld.com

How to Set Multiple Stops on Your Route in Google Maps

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shutterstock_289190822-644x373One of my favorite features of Waze (aside from the newly-added ability to do planned drives), is the ability to add multiple stops along your route. Finally, this feature is available in Google Maps (Google added it to Android in late June), and now it’s available on iOS as well. Check out this article from MakeUseOf.com