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Note: As we announced here the past couple of weeks, we'll soon relaunch a greatly improved PCWorld.com. As part of that process, this is the last issue of Desktop Essentials before it becomes part of the new Power Tips newsletter in a couple of weeks. We hope you'll enjoy the broadened scope you'll find in your newsletters after this change. In the meantime, if you'd like to review or change your PCWorld newsletter subscription, you can do that by visiting this page. How to Extend Your Wi-Fi Network Tips and tricks to boost your wireless network range at home or in the office. - Eric Geier, PCWorld Desktop Gear Reviews & News Windows 8: Hate It Already? Why Waiting for Windows 9 Won't Help We take a speculative look at the future of Microsoft's operating system. 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