Elena OprisSoftpedia editor profile and review archive

The interesting thing about working at Softpedia in the Windows Software Review division is that you get to see what the big names in software development are trying to come up with, in order to conquer the digital world. It gets more exciting when a newcomer rises above all expectations and takes the lead (at least temporary). The best part is getting to sit in the front row and judge the players.

When I'm not working with my awesome colleagues, I try to finish grad school (Computer Science and American Studies), travel as much as possible, develop super powers (currently aiming for time-travel), get together with my friends, play video games - while desperately waiting for winter every year to exercise my suicidal moves on the snowboard slope.

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Use Launchers to Access Apps, Other Files and Websites from a Single Spot

Instead of wasting time navigating your computer to find programs, use these applications that provide shortcuts
by Elena Opris, June 23rd, 2016
 

Windows Firewall Control Explained: Usage, Video and Download

If you prefer Windows Firewall and Defender to a third-party security tool, use this app to easily control the firewall
by Elena Opris, June 23rd, 2016
 

Vivaldi Web Browser Explained: Usage, Video and Download

Take a look at this fully customizable web browser that adapts to your needs and brings back old Opera features
by Elena Opris, June 23rd, 2016
Customize Your Computer's Startup Options with These Boot Managers

Customize Your Computer's Startup Options with These Boot Managers

by Elena Opris, June 22nd, 2016
If you have multiple operating systems installed on your computer, use these tools to control their startup order
 

How to Replace Useless Context Menu Entries with Helpful Ones

Customize your Windows Explorer context menu to speed up your tasks and gain more control when right-clicking
by Elena Opris, June 22nd, 2016
 

Quickly Juggle Multiple Network Configurations Using These Tools

If you have multiple network cards with different settings, use these Windows apps to create and toggle profiles easily
by Elena Opris, June 22nd, 2016
 

AVG Antivirus Free 2016 Explained: Usage, Video and Download

We're showing you how to run scans and protect your computer from malware using AVG's free security product
by Elena Opris, June 21st, 2016
 

Don't Reinstall Windows, Make Better Use of the System Restore Feature

Use these tools to effortlessly create, manage and schedule system restore points on Windows computers
by Elena Opris, June 21st, 2016
 

Windscribe VPN Tool Explained: Usage, Video and Download

Professional VPN tool that can protect your online privacy and help you access geographically blocked content
by Elena Opris, June 20th, 2016
Replace and Customize Your Start Menu in Windows 10

Replace and Customize Your Start Menu in Windows 10

by Elena Opris, June 17th, 2016
Change the face of the Start Menu in Windows 10, go back to Windows 7 style, or personalize all aspects
 

Google Drive Explained: Usage, Video and Download

Explore Google Drive to learn how to sync your files on all your devices and share them with friends
by Elena Opris, June 17th, 2016
 

WHDownloader Windows Update Manager Explained: Usage, Video and Download

Choose what Windows Updates to download, get files with the latest hotfixes, and install updates on offline computers
by Elena Opris, June 16th, 2016
 

Monitor Network Connections on Your PC to Detect Rogue Applications

Find out which running processes established Internet connections and which ports are vulnerable to malware attacks
by Elena Opris, June 15th, 2016
 

Fix "File Access Denied" Errors by Taking Ownership

Learn how to take ownership to view, edit and delete files and folders, even if you are the PC Administrator
by Elena Opris, June 15th, 2016
 

FileZilla Explained: Usage, Video and Download

How to connect to remote PCs via FTP, queue downloads and uploads, limit speed, resume tasks on interruption, and more
by Elena Opris, June 15th, 2016
Beyond Folders: Tag Your Files to Organize, Group and Find Them Easily

Beyond Folders: Tag Your Files to Organize, Group and Find Them Easily

by Elena Opris, June 14th, 2016
Create a unique system of managing and quickly finding important files using tags, play our video guide
 

Avoid Distractions, Focus on Writing and Be More Productive with These Tools

Become a more productive writer by immersing yourself in work and staying off social websites or other distractions
by Elena Opris, June 14th, 2016
 
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