Microsoft Continues Open Source Move with Live Writer

Many users regarded the original Windows Live Writer as one of the best programs Microsoft ever built. Sadly, it hasn’t been updated since August 2012. Turns out this wasn’t its death knell after all. Check this article from MakeUseOf.com

Reminders Make Google Calendar an Incredible To-Do List

Your calendar is meant for scheduling, your to-do app is meant for listing tasks, right? But given how interdependent these two activities are, that segregation just doesn’t make sense. Google is now integrating Google Calendar and to-do lists by introducing Reminders. Check out this article from MakeUseOf.com

Can’t See Yourself in Skype? Fix Webcam Problems Fast!

Nothing is more infuriating than when you’re trying to make a video call, and your webcam refuses to work. This week, Kannon Yamada will explore how to diagnose webcam problems in both Windows and Skype, and how to resolve them. Check this article from MakeUseOf.com

The Only Google Drive Guide You’ll Ever Need to Read

Google Drive is a fantastic resource for those who need free (or cheap) online storage space. It synchronizes beautifully with Google’s own suite of products, as well as several third-party services such as desktop email client Mailbird, productivity and organization software Evernote, and online communication tool Slack. More from this article on MakeUseOf.com

Meet Excel 2016: 9 of its best new features, from databases to handwriting tools

As one of the tentpole applications for the new Office 2016, it has a raft of new features for lucky upgraders. Take a closer look with me and see what you think. Check out this article from PCWorld.com

8 Effective Evernote Apps for Painless Productivity

Evernote helps you increase your productivity with only a little effort.

One of the best things about Evernote is being able to integrate it with other web apps. So apart from it being an excellent note-taking app, Evernote can do an IFTTT manoeuvre and sync up with your favorite web app (assuming it is supported). Check this article from MakeUseOf.com

A Simple Trick for Cleaning Under Your Keyboard’s Keys

Do you clean your keyboard regularly? Whether you’re the type of person who snacks in front of the computer, thus getting crumbs everywhere, or you’re a neat freak who never puts anything dirty near their keyboard, stuff always gets in there. More information from MakeUseOf.com