Don’t defragment SSDs – TRIM Them

Defragmenting an SSD does not lead to any performance improvement: it can even reduce the life expectancy of an SSD. This must be avoided either through automatic recognition by the operating system or by a defragmentation software. A regular and automatic run of TRIM commands can substantially increase the performance of an SSD and extend its life expectancy. Read more…

O&O RegEditor! Freeware for editing the Windows Registry

Whether we’re talking about the adept home-user or an administrator, O&O RegEditor makes the job easier and quicker. It comes with an eminently user-friendly application, but it is really it’s portability that makes the life of an administrator much easier. No installation is needed and all settings are saved in the Profile data, so that O&O RegEditor can easily be used on other computers. Read more…

NEW: O&O ShutUp10 Version 1.5.1390 – Now With Language Menu in Help And Improved Interface!

O&O ShutUp10 means you have full control over which comfort functions under Windows 10 you wish to use, and you decide when the passing on of your data goes too far. Using a very simple interface, you decide how Windows 10 should respect your privacy by making recommendations and giving tips for which unwanted functions should be deactivated. Read more…

NEW: O&O ShutUp10 Version 1.5.1389 – Multiple New Settings For The Windows 10 Creators Update!

O&O ShutUp10 means you have full control over which comfort functions under Windows 10 you wish to use, and you decide when the passing on of your data goes too far. Using a very simple interface, you decide how Windows 10 should respect your privacy by making recommendations and giving tips for which unwanted functions should be deactivated. Read more…