Software & Apps 2012

Software reviews and deep dives on Windows, productivity tools, creative apps, utilities, and the platforms that shape how we use PC hardware. Browse our comprehensive Software & Apps section, featuring 10 items organized from newest to oldest for 2012. Whether you're after in-depth benchmarks or expert buying advice, it's all here. Also, learn about how TweakTown tests and reviews hardware.

Ask the ExpertsHow can I rebind my keys on my Apple Mac system when using Boot Camp to access Windows?

December 11, 2012 | How can I rebind keys within a Boot Camp installation of Windows on my Mac?

Ask the ExpertsHow do I activate Windows 8 with my TechNet MSDN key, or change my key?

October 30, 2012 | Here's how to activate Windows 8 with just a few easy steps.

Ask the ExpertsHow do I install Windows 8 from a USB pen drive / flash drive?

October 30, 2012 | It's much faster to install Windows 8 from a USB device, we show you how.

ArticleAMD Catalyst 12.11 Windows 7 Driver Analysis

October 25, 2012 | AMD has just released a new Catalyst driver (12.11) for Radeon video cards - we check out performance under Windows 7.

ArticleAMD Catalyst 12.6 Windows 7 Driver Analysis

July 4, 2012 | AMD has just released a new Catalyst driver (12.6) for Radeon graphics cards - we check out performance under Windows 7.

ArticleAMD Catalyst 12.4 Windows 7 Driver Analysis

April 30, 2012 | AMD has just released a new Catalyst driver (12.4) for Radeon graphics cards - we check out performance under Windows 7.

ArticleAMD Catalyst 12.3 Windows 7 Driver Analysis

April 1, 2012 | AMD has just released a new Catalyst 12.3 driver for Radeon graphics cards - we check out performance under Windows 7.

ArticleAMD Catalyst 12.2 Windows 7 Driver Analysis

March 8, 2012 | AMD has just released a new Catalyst 12.2 driver for Radeon graphics cards - we check out performance under Windows 7.

ArticleEnd of the Internet or the beginning of a new-style Internet?

February 5, 2012 | What is going on with MegaUpload? Why have they been targeted? Did the FBI have government-issued spyware on their systems?

ArticleCatalyst 12.1 Windows 7 Driver Analysis

January 27, 2012 | AMD has just released a new Catalyst 12.1 driver for Radeon graphics cards - we check out performance under Windows 7.