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Top 5 Operating Systems of 2013 According to Number of Users

Posted: 30 Dec 2013 06:26 AM PST

In the technology paced era of today, there is a vast majority of people who are in search for the best top five operating systems of 2013. According to a survey the top five operating systems of 2013 are:

Best OS Rankings 2013This top five ranking is concluded by an overall survey done by various researchers and computer geeks for the help of people who were waiting to know about the best operating system of 2013.

Windows 7

Windows 7People who are using Windows 7 according to them it was better looking graphical user interface as compared to other operating systems from Microsoft. It has the best updated menu bar, start button and eye-catching looks taskbar appearance. The most important reason of the popularity of this operating system made by Microsoft is that it is user-friendly which allows its users to use it more easily as compared to any other operating system.

This operating system is also well-known because of its enhanced stability and protection from outside threats. In this operating system it has security filters which alarm its users when an unauthorized individual attempts to access your system data. Spam protection and Windows defender application also present in this Operating System which protects the system from suspicious programs which could affect the stability of the system. Windows 7 has the best secured firewall protection as compared to any other operating system made by Microsoft.

Windows XP

Windows XPWindows XP the best ever operating system made by Microsoft has completed its 10 years successfully. In these 10 years Windows XP has given its users great compatibility, stability, durability and protection which they wanted to have in these years for their computers and laptops. Most importantly Windows XP was known for its feature to run almost everything on its platform in these years. Users of Windows XP were able to enjoy fast speed as it took very little storage space in its memory.

The Graphical User Interface of Windows XP was very user-friendly as compared to other operating systems in that time. People were able to run all kinds of software smoothly without any issue of system compatibility or memory issues on this well designed operating system made by Microsoft. The sad thing about this operating system is that it will not be able to work in the year 2014 at Microsoft will discontinue its service packs.

Windows 8

Windows 8According to a survey it is said that the Windows 8 made by Microsoft has made its mark in the International market of operating systems after its release in 2012. One hundred million licenses have been sold of Windows 8 till now which makes it more popular than any other operating system in the market. Microsoft made this amazing creation of Windows to give a hard time to its competitors which are Android, Linux and IOS. Windows 8 is widely being used in touch interface mobiles as well as tablets which a modern user of tablets and mobiles wish to have in their systems due to its unique innovative design and features. The Graphical User Interface of Windows 8 is more difficult to use as compared to other operating systems made by Microsoft.

Mac

MacThe Mac operating system is a well-known operating system made by Macintosh. The users who are using this operating system proud to say that they are effectively and securely protected from malware and spyware software which risks to damage your computer. The users who are using this operating system say that its security features are more advanced as compared to Windows made by Microsoft. The main drawback of this operating system is that it can only be used in Apple Computers and devices which is the reason it is less liked by people all over the world. Due to the reason of this operating system only used in Apple computers it is expensive as compared to Windows operating systems made by Microsoft.

Linux

LinuxThe Linux operating system is well-known among operating system users for its stability and durability in terms of long use. The systems which are running on Linux operating system crashes rarely. Most important things about this OS among game and application developers is that they immediately resolve any sort of errors in this machine. The other important reason behind its popularity among computer users all over the world is that it has the best security features which protect the system from getting infected from viruses.

Source: W3shools

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How to Reset App Preferences on HTC One

Posted: 14 Oct 2013 03:51 PM PDT

HTC One is undoubtedly a wonderful Smartphone that brings a lot of smart features and functions for the users who are looking for an easy Smartphone to comfortable feature. It allows you a lot of amazing things including HTC One Sync Manager, the NFC Feature for sharing important pictures, web pages and contacts and to reset app preferences on HTC One, etc. This is an amazing thing HTC One offers you. You can not only reset the preferences, but also can disable the alerts and notifications. It allows you to reset the data restrictions and assign certain actions to the applications. You just need to follow a few steps to reset the application preferences according to your desire. These steps have been discussed below. So, let’s start the process without wasting much time.

Reset Apps Preferences in HTC OneSteps to Reset App Preferences on HTC One

Step 1: Jump to the "Settings" that can be found on the Home Screen of your Smartphone.

Step 2: Now you will find some options where you need to select "Apps" to move ahead.

Step 3: Here in the Apps menu you will see an icon with three dots. This icon can be found on the top of the screen to the right side. You need to click this icon to move ahead.

Step 4: Now you will see the option "Reset App Preferences" that will appear in the next menu to reset the options givens below.

Disabled Apps: Here you can add the apps you do not want to use any more. If you want to enable any app from the list here, you can do it by clicking that app.

Disable App Notifications: This option can be reset if you want to enable or disable the notifications for any app you are currently using.

Default applications for actions: This can be reset if you want to add some apps as your default apps or if you want to remove some apps from this section.

Background Data Restriction for Apps: This option is reset if you want to set any background data restriction for any app you are currently using.

When you reset all these preferences, you do not need to worry about the app data. It will not lose.

Step 5: Now click the option "Reset Apps" to complete the reset.

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2014 to start off with a Bang – Samsung Galaxy S5

Posted: 11 Oct 2013 02:00 PM PDT

Samsung's devices have been the thrill in the technology market for a long time now. This season marked the release of Galaxy S4, creating a lot of buzz among the media. The air around the device has not even settled yet, that Samsung has announced the release of Galaxy S5 in next January. The device that is being presented in January will be offered to the general public in February – safe to say, 2014 will start off with a bang.

According to a Korean publication Naver, the announcement of 5S has been made due to the sales of S4 not reaching the targeted mark of the device. The news which has been delivered from a very authentic source is under scrutiny as the sales of Galaxy S4 in its Q3 were expected to break all records. But even if Samsung has failed to achieve its high-ended targets, the announcement of S5 in January, seems very dramatic and sudden.

According to the report, there are certain things that can be accepted from Galaxy Note S5. With Samsung publicly proclaiming that it is not interested in building a fingertip sensor, it is testifying the fact that it has no interest in following the Apple. However, it might go with 64-bit octa- core Exynos processor in the upcoming phone. Other than this, it has been confirmed that the OIS camera will reach the ultimate peak of 16-megapixels.

If this news has any truth in it, soon the media will be flooded with Galaxy Not S5 news. So Lets' just wait for the future to unfold and show the surprises it holds for us.

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How to Adjust Finger Touch on HTC One

Posted: 10 Oct 2013 01:50 PM PDT

HTC One is a blessing in disguise for the people who were looking for a Smartphone with the advanced features and functions, but simple in use. It has all of the features you want to see on your mobile phone. You can use it for a long talk time by disabling its vibration and notifications, lessening its brightness. The users can also adjust finger touch on HTC One easily. Though it seems difficult to the users who have recently got it and are using it for the very first time as it has advanced features and the users who have got it now would not be able to understand it immediately. So, here is a guide for such users. The users would be able to adjust finger touch on HTC One by using this helpful guide. So, let’s start the steps without wasting time.

Steps to Adjust Finger Touch for HTC One

Screen Calibration in HTC OneStep 1: To begin, you need to look for the option "Settings" that can be found on the Home Screen of HTC One. Once you get it, click on it for moving further.

Step 2: In the settings menu, you will see various options where you need to select the option "Language and Keyboard". It will take you to the next menu.

Step 3: Now you need to select "HTC Sense Input" to move to the next section.

Step 4: Here, in the next section, you will see an option "Advanced" that should be selected.

Step 5: In the advanced menu there will be some options for you where you need to select "Calibration tool" that will set the calibration of your finger touch for a pleasant experience.

Step 6: Once you select the Calibration option, you will see some options and finally, the system will ask to type a statement that appears on your screen. It is only for verification.

Step 7: Once you have done with it, a message will appear that your Calibration has been completed.

Step 8: Now you need to select the option "Reset Calibration" that appears on your screen. It enables you to reset the screen of your HTC One to factory default.

That’s all. So, guys! You have successfully completed the process of calibrating finger touch on your new HTC One.

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Top 5 Best BitTorrent Clients for Windows

Posted: 09 Oct 2013 01:03 PM PDT

Bit-torrent is a P2P protocol for file sharing that is commonly used by the majority of the people around the world. It was released in 2006 and since that time, it has become a renowned and the most used protocol for the users. It got some copyright issues with the authorities and so, there are some Bit-torrents for the users who are anxiously looking for a source to download or trade the stuff online. Below you will find the list of top ranking best Bit-torrents for Windows.

uTorrent

uTorrentIt is undoubtedly the most popular torrent used by the people around the globe. It is very easy to use and has a very easy interface. It is small sized, but possesses wonderful features for the users. The functions are so easy that it can be considered an ideal torrent for a new user. It makes the starting, pausing, adding and listing torrents easier even with a single click. It works very well on Windows XP, 2000, Windows 7 and Vista. When you start the installation, it tries to install a toolbar named Bing at the start, but after installation everything goes on smoothly.

You can download it from here.

qBittorrent

qBittorrentIf you are looking for an excellent performance, qBittorrent will be your first preference. It is very efficient and stable torrent client that has no compatibility issue with any Windows. It also eats up a lower RAM space. You would love to use this trustworthy and easy to use client for a smoother downloading. It brings you all of the vital features.

You can download qBittorrent from here.

BitTorrent

BitTorrentIts previous version has been upgraded for the mere convenience of the users and now all of the essential and best features have been added to it that were not added earlier. It gives you superb features for downloading such as an easier and quicker downloading. The interface is very friendly. Sometimes it can cause slowing down your system. It works very well on Windows 98, 2000, Me, Vista and XP.

You can download it from here.

BitComet

BitCometThe users who are not satisfied any other download client should use BitComet for once. They will surely prefer it every time while downloading anything from the internet. It supports multiple downloads and gives you the chat facility and bookmarks your desired sites for your convenience. It downloads everything faster and quicker. Your users will surely love to use this stable and efficient downloading client. It has compatibility with Windows 7, Vista, XP and 2000.

You can download it from here.

Tixati

TixatiThis free, but renowned BitTorrent is very easy to use. It has an attractive and easy interface and uses lower space of RAM. It provides the fabulous support with a prompt responsive forum. It gives you a faster downloading. It is compatible for Windows XP, Vista, 2000, 2003 and Windows 7.

You can download it from here.

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