Most Microsoft software products have a "lifecycle" that defines how long they receive support for. This is the case for many offerings like Office and even Windows itself.

If you didn't know, the next item on the chopping block is Windows 7. The end-of-life date for this OS is January 14, 2020. After this date, Microsoft won't provide any updates or support for the platform.

Do you ever feel like your computer desktop is too cluttered? Maybe you keep lots of programs open at once, or use your computer for different kinds of tasks at different times.

It can be hard to keep everything straight while you're busy on your computer.

Searching the web with Google is a part of almost everyone's daily routine. It's easy to find any information you could want in just a few keystrokes. But have you ever wondered just how search engines like Google actually work?

Let's take a look at the inner workings of Google and see how it knows how to find what you're looking for so efficiently.

You probably see terms like "megabyte" and "gigabyte" used pretty often. They show up in everything from the amount of storage your phone has to your monthly data plan and more.

But how exactly do computers arrive as these figures? Let's take a look at how computers count numbers, the most common amounts of storage, and roughly what they equate to.

USB (Universal Serial Bus) is the standard for connecting all sorts of devices today. But the universal in its name can be a bit misleading, as there are many different types of USB connectors and a few different standards.

Let's discuss the various iterations of USB so you know what type of connection to expect with what devices.

We've explained why your business should upgrade to Windows 10 before. The newest version of Windows includes some great features for both business and personal use.

One of them is Cortana, a virtual assistant that lets you set reminders, open files, search, and much more, all with your voice.

If you use Google Chrome, you might notice a small but significant change soon. The browser is now starting to mark certain websites as Not Secure, while you'll no longer see a Secure message on other sites soon.

Why is Chrome doing this, and what does it mean for you? Let's find out.

Junk mail, also known as spam, is a big annoyance. Whether it's advertisements you never signed up for, poorly-worded scams promising you millions, or inappropriate content, nobody wants it in their inbox.

Though both Gmail and Outlook's built-in spam detection is excellent, sometimes junk mail will slip through.

Today, you rarely access email on just one device. If you're like most business employees, you have an email app on your phone for managing your inbox on-the-go.

If you don't already use it, the Outlook app available for Android and iPhone is really solid and worth using.

Microsoft Office is standard software used in a majority of corporate environments. While Microsoft used to primarily sell Office as a one-time purchase, it's now pushing the Office 365 option.

With Office 2019 on the horizon, Microsoft has introduced several new restrictions and changes that might leave you confused.