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7 Ways to test the speed of your internet connection on your Android device

Attila Szász
14.06.2016

Are you curious whether your Internet Service Provider (ISP) provides you the bandwidth that it has promised? Do you want to know how fast is your 4G data connection? Are you troubleshooting a problem with your data connection on your Android smartphone or tablet? No matter what your question may be, there are a couple of ways you can test the speed of your

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How to block the internet access of any Windows app, with OneClickFirewall

Codrut Neagu
13.06.2016

Windows Firewall is a good piece of software that does its job very well, even better than many paid firewalls. However, it has always lacked in one area: it's not very easy to access and configure. It's so hidden in the background that many Windows users don't even know that it exists. While you can use the Windows Firewall to block the internet access

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What do users get from games becoming Windows universal apps?

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
10.06.2016

When it comes to games, some people in the gaming industry have said that Microsoft's "Universal Windows Platform can, should, must, and will die". The primary reason for such statements is the fact that, with its vision for universal apps and games, Microsoft will compete with dedicated distribution services like Steam and plans to take a bigger share of the profits that are to

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Test comparison - Which is the best free online antivirus scanner?

Codrut Neagu
01.06.2016

Some of our readers asked us to test the most popular free antivirus scanners found online. Since such scanners are useful in providing a good second opinion, without having to install a fully-featured security product, we thought it is worthwhile to evaluate such products. We've tested the 10 most popular online security scanners and, although it took quite a bit of work, we now

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"Stick to the Google Play store!" says renowned information security expert at ESET

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
31.05.2016

A couple of days ago, I was at a security conference called ESET Security Days. There were quite a few interesting sessions and I've met quite a lot of smart people who work in information security. One of them is Nick FitzGerald, Senior Research Fellow at ESET. He takes care of security in the Android ecosystem and we were lucky to have him as

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Reviewing the iPhone SE or the iFrankenstein!

Tudor Dan
30.05.2016

The iPhone 6 got more than its fair share of criticism for its size and shape: it was too big compared to the iPhone 5 and the rounded edges and the materials used made the smartphone rather slippery. Lots of Apple fans wanted something a bit more conservative and closer to the design of the last generation, and boy, did they get it. By

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The Samsung Galaxy S7 review - Great looks, great software, great hardware!

Attila Szász
28.05.2016

The release of a new Samsung Galaxy smartphone generates such hype that it can only be compared to an iPhone release: everyone's excited about the new features and many want to get the latest installment in the long-running Galaxy series. After owning a Samsung Galaxy S2 for many years, I have been disappointed by the S3-S4-S5 line, so I have completely abandoned Samsung smartphones

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Reviewing ASUS USB-AC68 - The WiFi adapter that looks like a bird

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
26.05.2016

ASUS is increasing its portfolio of networking devices with a new USB dual-band Wi-Fi adapter. It is called ASUS USB-AC68 and it uses a USB 3.0 port in order to deliver fast connections. It also bundles the latest networking chip from Realtek, as well as the multi-user MIMO technologies that are offered by modern premium routers. Couple its impressive specs with some great looks,

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How to copy optical discs (CD, DVD or Blu-Ray) in Windows

Codrut Neagu
19.05.2016

Are you searching for a way to create a disc-to-disc copy of a CD, DVD or Blu-Ray? Then you are in luck. In this guide, we will discuss the steps and principles involved in making a copy of any disc, in any version of Windows. Then, we will cover some of the best tools for the job. If you are interested, don't hesitate to

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The Huawei P8max review - A giant smartphone that walks amongst us

Attila Szász
19.05.2016

They say that tablets are done for: more and more technology professionals forecast a quick end for these devices, as their popularity is on the decline. One of the main reasons for this is the appearance of phablets - smartphones with sizes comparable to tablets. These larger handhelds are basically two-in-one devices that make tablets redundant. Huawei's own P8max is one such smartphone: it's

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Reviewing the Razer DeathStalker Essential - Razer's entry level gaming keyboard

Codrut Neagu
16.05.2016

Razer is best known for its BlackWidow mechanical gaming keyboards, but the gaming market is huge and some people, although they love games, do not like mechanical keyboards or they can't afford them. To fill the gap, Razer started building membrane based chiclet gaming keyboards. Even more, the company manufactures an entire lineup of such keyboards and called it DeathStalker, after a real life

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Reviewing the Razer Taipan - A great ambidextrous gaming mouse

Codrut Neagu
13.05.2016

The Razer Taipan is a gaming mouse that is designed and created by Razer's engineers using the feedback they received from professional gamers. They ended up creating a simple ambidextrous mouse, with great hardware and a sleek design. It this mouse a great choice for gamers? It it a great choice for other types of user who want a fast and precise mouse? After

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Reviewing ASUS ROG Spatha - The gaming mouse for MMO warriors

Codrut Neagu
11.05.2016

ASUS has released a new gaming mouse called ASUS ROG Spatha, which promises to be an excellent gaming weapon with tons of features and options. It showcases one of the best laser sensors on the market, both wired and wireless connectivity, replaceable Omron switches, great build quality and also a ton of additional buttons that should delight any fan of online role-playing video games.

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Digital Citizen Awards 2016 - The best Windows security product of the year!

Codrut Neagu
10.05.2016

Computer security is big business these days and can only get bigger, as more and more devices are connected to the internet and more threats are surfacing on the web. As such, antivirus software is invariably getting better each year. However, some products are better than others, some are pricier than others and some are simply not worth spending a dime. We have tested

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The Xiaomi Mi 5 review - Powerful hardware meets elegant design!

Codrut Neagu
06.05.2016

The Chinese mobile devices manufacturer Xiaomi has released their latest flagship Android smartphone: Xiaomi Mi 5. It features impressive hardware specifications and great design that leaves you with a very good first impression. Although it doesn't brag about introducing any " first of their kind" features like being the first water resistant smartphone or the first modular smartphone, or even the first "warp speed"

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The best 5 free programs to mount disc images in Windows

Mihai-Emilian Blaga
05.05.2016

When was the last time you used a CD or a DVD? We recently asked ourselves this question, and the answer was: a long time ago. In order to replace physical discs, the idea of mounting images as virtual drives is quite appealing. In addition, disc images are not limited by the space provided by a physical CD, DVD or Blu-Ray, because they are

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How to make a backup copy of a protected disc (DVD or Blu-Ray)

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
04.05.2016

We all purchase DVDs and Blu-Rays with all kinds of media content: movies, games, music, software, etc. However, as we use those discs, their quality wanes with time and, after a few years, they become unusable. Your only solution is to purchase them again but that costs money one more time and it just isn't fair. You paid for that product already. Isn't there

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How to use a password reset disk to change your Windows password

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
03.05.2016

If you created a password reset disk in Windows as soon as you set up your computer or device, it can be a lifesaver if you manage to forget your user account password later on. As you will see from this guide, using the Password Reset Wizard is very easy and anyone can reset their Windows password in a matter of seconds. Here's how

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Reviewing ASUS PCE-AC88 - The wireless PCI-Express network card that can!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
28.04.2016

ASUS PCE-AC88 is a wireless PCI-Express network adapter that is so new, you will have a hard time finding any information about it. It is a premium network card for people who want to stop using wires in their home network and who want the best network performance possible. It was created with the latest wireless routers and wireless technologies in mind and it

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6 Best free Android apps for quitting smoking

Codrut Neagu
27.04.2016

Smoking cigarettes is one of the best ways to make sure that you will have health problems sooner rather than later. You could develop lung cancer, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), all kinds of heart diseases, stroke, asthma, diabetes and all the other types of cancer you can think of. It's quite a gruesome picture if you think about it. But despite all that,

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