Preston Gralla
Contributing Editor
Preston Gralla is a contributing editor for Computerworld, a blogger for ITworld, and the author of more than 45 books, including NOOK Tablet: The Missing Manual (O'Reilly 2012) and How the Internet Works (Que, 2006).
The coronavirus will change Windows forever
And that’s partly because it’s making it easier for Microsoft to head in a direction it was already taking.
We need to social-distance from the scammers
One economic activity that’s thriving during the coronavirus pandemic is hacking. Hackers always follow the money — and they aren’t about to let a worldwide crisis stop them.
How to handle Windows 10 updates
Step 1: Understand that there are updates, and then there are updates.
Windows 10 cheat sheet
Get to know the interface, features and shortcuts in Microsoft's latest operating system. (Now updated for the Windows 10 November 2019 Update.)
Cortana, say goodbye
The digital assistant isn’t entirely going away, but we’re near the end of the road for another me-too technology from Microsoft that nobody really wanted.
Answering your Windows questions: February 2020
Computerworld contributor Preston Gralla and Executive Editor Ken Mingis answer viewers' questions about the latest Windows 10 release.
How to replace Edge as the default browser in Windows 10 — and why you shouldn’t
Just because Microsoft wants you to use the Edge browser doesn’t mean you have to. Here’s how to make Chrome, Firefox or another your primary browser in Windows 10. (But are you sure you want to?)
Come on, NSA, it’s time to join the fight against Windows hacking
The agency took a step in the right direction in January, but it needs to demonstrate that it has truly abandoned the practices that unleashed WannaCry on the world.
G Suite vs. Office 365: What's the best office suite for business?
Choosing an office suite used to be a no-brainer, but Google’s G Suite is now a powerful, feature-filled alternative to Microsoft Office. We break down the pros and cons of each suite to help you decide which is right for your...
Microsoft’s new Edge browser: Third time's the charm?
With its third major browser launch, Microsoft is taking an “if you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em” approach. Here’s where the new Chromium-based browser stands out.
Answering your Windows questions: January 2020
Computerworld Windows expert Preston Gralla and Executive Editor Ken Mingis answer viewers' questions about the latest Windows 10 release. If you have a question, post it as a comment so it can be answered in a future episode.
Your Windows PC may become collateral damage in any conflict with Iran
Cyberwarfare is almost inevitable, and the most vulnerable PCs are going to get hit.
OneNote vs. Evernote: A personal take on two great note-taking apps
Evernote and Microsoft OneNote have taken different approaches in their quest to be the best note-taking app. Here’s where each one shines.
Answering your Windows questions: December 2019
Computerworld contributor Preston Gralla answers viewers' questions about Windows 10 (and Windows 7) with Executive Editor Ken Mingis.
Microsoft’s JEDI contract move: Those are not the cloud providers you’re looking for
Just like old times, Windows was the company’s secret weapon in winning the Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure contract.
Windows 10: Answers to your most important issues
Computerworld contributor Preston Gralla and Executive Editor Ken Mingis answered viewers' questions about Windows.
Word for Office 365 cheat sheet
Are you getting the most from Microsoft Word for Office 365 in Windows? Learn to use the best new features.
Word for Office 365 cheat sheet: Ribbon quick reference
Our visual guide helps you find the most popular commands on the Ribbon in Word for Office 365 in Windows, along with keyboard shortcuts for performing each action.
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