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Why Freeware Isn't Free

Many consumers are tempted to download software that is offered free of charge but it can present many risks.

Preventive Care Tips for Keeping Your PC Healthy

Taking care of your PC on an ongoing basis is much easier than dealing with the time, expense and pain of problems that can occur later on. Here are four ways to keep your PC healthy.

Fast PC Boosts Home Office Efficiency

If you’re a home office worker looking to maintain or improve productivity, a faster PC can help.

Streamline Files & Folders: 5 Tips to Avoid Headaches

There are a lot of ways to handle a computer clean up, but creating a method for managing your computer files and folders is a great place to start. Here are some tips for organizing your files and folders.

Computer Problems Cost Small Businesses $24 Billion Annually

Small businesses are becoming ever more reliant on technology to automate business processes, improve efficiency and reduce costs, but as a new study shows when computer problems strike these small businesses without dedicated IT employees are also the hardest hit financially.

Slow Computer Giving You Fits? Research Shows You Aren’t Alone

A recent survey found that respondents were more bothered by a sluggish PC than they were by dirty clothes dropped on the floor, dishes left in the sink or even a leaky faucet.

Rely on OS for PC Performance?

The operating system is the foundation of your PC. While it keeps things running smoothly most of the time, it can’t solve all your PC problems.

3 Password Practices to Avoid

Many PC users end up victims of hacking and identity theft because of poor password management. Developing and maintaining strong passwords is an important part of a PC maintenance routine.

Technology is Blurring the Line Between Work and Home

Small business owners and their employees are taking advantage of technology to work from home or while away from the office. This idea of a remote workforce has been growing over the past few years, which means that a home PC becomes a substitute for a physical office. PC performance is important as this virtual office should be kept clean, secure, well-maintained and running smoothly.

Computer Safety a Growing Concern For Many Parents

Parents are finding that keeping their kids safe gets more complicated when technology is involved. Computer safety is a big issue, and parents are right to worry about children visiting inappropriate sites, becoming victims of cyberbullying, accidentally downloading malware or even coming into contact with a stranger through social networking or chat rooms.

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What is iolo's Whole Home License?

The Whole Home License® is iolo’s licensing policy that allows you to install and keep your software running on all of your compatible devices within the same home. Previously, users were allowed to install and license their iolo software simultaneously on a maximum of three PCs. Under the Whole Home License, a single activation key allows you to use your iolo software on all of your PCs, other than any PCs you use for business purposes. What you need to know about Whole Home Licensing

  • You, your spouse, and your relatives living within the same household may use the same license on any number of PCs that you own which are not used for business.
  • For full legal terms and conditions, see https://www.iolo.com/company/legal/eula/

To install your iolo product on additional PCs:

  1. On the additional computer, download the latest version of your iolo product. Choose from the list of downloads offered here.
  2. Follow the steps in the installation wizard, and enter the same Activation Key that you used to install on your original computer.

You can view the Activation Key on the original computer from within System Mechanic > red menu bar > key icon > Activation Key.