Microsoft pulls its August Windows update after users report crashes

Follow:   08.18.2014  View in a Browser Microsoft pulls its August Windows update after users report crashes 08.17.2014 2:58 PM Microsoft has pulled the links to its August update for Windows 8.1 and recommends that users uninstall it. If you've already downloaded the updates, however, there is a fix. Internet Explorer running slow? Dialog boxes could be at fault 08.17.2014 3:00 PM Microsoft has issued a hotfix to most major versions of Internet Explorer. The browser can slow down, or stop working altogether, due to dialog boxes. -ADVERTISEMENT-   PCWorld Superguides Check our Guides packed with practical how-tos, in-depth features, tips and tricks, and more! Laptops on PCWorld Our award-winning editors keep you up to date   10 best Chrome apps for students 08.18.2014 3:30 AM As a new school year approaches, it’s time to start thinking about being productive. Chrome offers compelling apps that help you get things done, and they're all right in your browser. LG to unveil curved, ultrawide monitor at IFA next month 08.18.2014 6:35 AM The screen measures 34 inches diagonally and will work with PCs and Macs Google acquires Jetpac to boost image recognition know-how, killing apps 08.18.2014 6:44 AM Jetpac's technology can be used to find anything on images, but Google is mum on its plans Dell Venue 11 Pro 7139 (Security) review: Supremely powerful and super secure 08.18.2014 3:30 AM This 11-inch tablet boasts an Intel Core i5 processor with vPro and Trusted Platform Module support, a smart card reader, and biometric security. H1Z1 hands-on preview: Streamlined survival meets the zombie apocalypse 08.18.2014 9:46 AM Yes, H1Z1 is like DayZ, but it's much more newbie friendly. Microsoft preps Office 365 document management tool for lawyers 08.18.2014 9:40 AM It's called Matter Center and is available in limited preview to participants of a beta testing program How to use Gmail 2-step verification on multiple devices 08.18.2014 7:14 AM You use Google's security tools to protect your Gmail account in your browser. Here's how to use them with applications and devices. How to hide games in your Steam library 08.18.2014 7:42 AM After years of begging from PC gamers, you can now hide games from your Steam libraryâ€Â"though the secretive feature is hard to find. Here's how to do it. How Verizon's new $60 single line smartphone plan stacks up to the competition 08.18.2014 8:17 AM Forget about shared data plans. If you've got a smartphone and a Wi-Fi only tablet, Verizon has a new offering that may better suit your needs. Full Moto 360 details leaked by premature Best Buy listing 08.18.2014 6:25 AM Was that a Moto 360 price tag we just saw or is Best Buy messing with us? You be the judge.       You are subscribed to this newsletter as: garn14.tech@blogger.com More PCWorld Newsletters / Manage Subscriptions / Unsubscribe IDG Consumer & SMB Privacy Policy © 2014 IDGCSMB, 501 2nd Street, San Francisco, CA 94107