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How to Automate and Schedule Tasks In Windows

Scheduling a task in Windows is a good way to carry out repetitive actions. Here is how to use Task Scheduler to create tasks in Windows.

How to Set Daily Bing Wallpaper as Your Windows Desktop Background

Bing uses a beautiful new high-resolution background every day. Learn how to set the Bing wallpaper as your Windows Desktop background.

How to Map a WebDAV Drive in Windows

WebDAV allows you to access your files on a remote server. Learn how you can map a WebDAV drive in Windows 10 from File Explorer.

Can (and Should) You Continue to Use Windows 8 or 8.1?

With Windows 8 and 8.1 beginning to show their age, can you still use them? Let’s see if you should continue to use Windows 8 and 8.1 after they expire.

How to Hide Updates Using PowerShell in Windows 10

Microsoft made it harder to manage updates in Windows 10, including hiding updates. Here’s how to hide updates using PowerShell.

How to Fix Windows 10 Stuck in Airplane Mode Error

Is your Windows laptop stuck in Airplane mode, and you can’t disable it? Here are some ways to disable Airplane Mode in Windows.

Here’s How to Center Windows 10 Taskbar Icons Like Windows 11

Do you like how Windows 11 looks? Learn how you can center the Windows 10 Taskbar icons to imitate the Windows 11 Taskbar style.

How to Connect an Xbox Series S/X Controller to Windows

The Xbox Series S/X controller is a joy to use. Learn how you can connect the Xbox Series S/X controller to Windows and use it for PC gaming.

10 Windows 10 Apps You Should Uninstall Immediately

There are plenty of popular Windows apps that are useless now. Check out this list of Windows apps you should uninstall right now.

The Ultimate Guide to Check Windows 11 Compatibility with Your PC

Do you want to know whether Windows 11 will run on your PC? Use this ultimate guide to check Windows 11 compatibility with your PC and laptop.

Enable Standard Users to Run a Program with Admin Rights in Windows

Want to allow a standard user to run a program with admin rights? You can easily do so with a custom desktop shortcut.

Photos App Not Working in Windows 10? Here Are the Fixes

If you have a Photos app not working issue, these fixes can be implemented, as can this alternative that’s built right into Windows.

How to Capture a Scrolling Screenshot in Windows 10

Want to capture a screenshot of a webpage beyond the viewing area? Here are screenshot tools that capture a scrolling screenshot in Windows.

How to Use Your Smartphone As A Microphone in Windows

Do you need a better microphone during your conference calls? Here we show you how to use your smartphone as a microphone in Windows.

How to Format a Drive in FAT32 in Windows 10

Do you need to format your hard drive to the FAT32 format in Windows 10? Use these methods to work around the limitation of the formatting tool.

How to Use Google Authenticator on a Windows PC

While Google Authenticator is only available for mobile, you can use it on your PC too. Learn how to use Google Authenticator on Windows.

How to Roll Back a Driver in Windows 10

Are you having a driver issue in Windows? Learn how you can roll back a driver to its previous version in Windows 10 to fix issues.

8 Windows 10 Easter Eggs and Secrets You Can Seek Out

Everyone loves Easter eggs, and there are a few hidden in Windows 10. Here are our favorite Windows 10 Easter eggs you can seek out and play.

How to See PC Startup and Shutdown History in Windows 10

Want to track when your PC started and shut down? Learn how to see the Windows 10 startup and shutdown history.

How to Install Android Studio and SDK Tools in Windows 10

The Android SDK doesn’t come with a regular installer and can be confusing for new users. Here’s how to install Android SDK in Windows.

How to Remove Bloatware from Windows 10

Don’t you hate it when your shiny new computer comes with plenty of bloatware? Here are some ways to remove bloatware from Windows 10.

How to Convert HEIC to JPG on Windows 10

iOS’s HEIC image format is not natively supported in Windows. Here is how you can convert HEIC to JPG in Windows and view it in your image viewer.

4 Easy Ways to Copy a Large Number of Files Quickly in Windows

Trying to copy a large number of files in Windows can be flimsy. Thankfully, there are ways to speed up this process.

How to Solve “File Is Open in Another Program” Error in Windows 10

You may have encountered the “The File is Open in Another Program” error even though you have not opened the file. Here are a few ways to solve it.

How to Set Up an External Microphone in Windows

If you just got a new, better-quality microphone to use on your computer, learn how to properly set up an external microphone in Windows 10.

How to Change Default Keyboard Shortcuts in Windows 10

Windows doesn’t let you change the default keyboard shortcut. Here’s a trick to change the default keyboard shortcuts in Windows 10.

9 Things You Must Do When Running an SSD in Windows 10

Windows 10 has features to help SSDs operate to their full potential. Here is what you need to do if you have an SSD for your Windows PC.

How to Restore Missing OneDrive Icon on Taskbar in Windows 10

The missing OneDrive icon on the Taskbar in Windows 10 means you can’t access OneDrive easily. Here’s how to restore the missing icon in the taskbar.

The 8 Best Journaling Apps for Windows Desktop

Do you forget half of the interesting stuff you learn? Try journaling. Here are some of the best journaling apps for Windows.

How to Disable Windows Key on Windows 10

In this post, we give you some ways to disable the Windows key on your Windows 10 PC for uninterrupted gaming sessions.

How to Fix “This Setting Is Managed by Your Administrator” in Windows 10

If you are seeing the “this setting is managed by your Administrator” message, here are some methods you can use to fix it.

Customize Your Windows 10 Desktop with Rainmeter

Here’s an in-depth look at Rainmeter, a Windows application that allows you to customize your Windows desktop with a variety of mini-apps and widgets.

What Computer Worms Are and Why They’re Still Dangerous

Computer worms infect computers and networks around the world. But what are computer worms, and why should we pay attention to them?

How to Add Windows 95 (Or Any Other) Startup Sound to Windows 10

Missing that familiar startup sound when booting Windows 10? Learn how to add Windows 95 or another startup sound to Windows 10.

3 Different Ways to Install Windows Terminal

Windows Terminal combines Command Prompt, PowerShell, Azure Cloud Shell, and WSL into one. Here’s how to install Windows Terminal on Windows.

How to Know If Someone Else Is Logging into Your Windows PC

Afraid someone else is logging into your Windows PC? Learn how to track down traces of unauthorized access on your PC.

How to Be More Productive with Hot Corners in Windows 10

Love hot corners in MacOS? Learn how to set up hot corners in Windows 10 for the same productivity benefits.

How to Clear Clipboard History on Windows 10

Here are some of the best, effective ways to clear the clipboard history on your Windows 10 PC to prevent your info from being misused.

6 Ways to Check Hard Disk Health in Windows 10

Want to make sure your hard drive’s healthy? Learn how to check hard disk health in Windows 10 to avoid any nasty surprises.

The 8 Best Sandbox Applications for Windows 10 to Keep You Safe

When you want to test an application without it affecting the host OS, you will want to make use of these sandbox applications for Windows 10.

How to Use Rufus to Create a Bootable Flash Drive

Rufus is a free and open-source application to create a bootable USB drive. Learn how you can use Rufus to create a bootable flash drive in Windows.

How to Convert Legacy BIOS to UEFI in Windows 10

Microsoft introduced an MBR2GPT tool that lets you convert Legacy BIOS to UEFI with just two commands. Here is how you can do so.

How to Get a List of All Software Installed on a Windows System

Need to move to a new PC or reinstall software? Learn how to get a list of all software installed on a Windows system for an easier process.

How to Use ShadowExplorer to Restore Files from System Restore

Want to recover old or deleted files? Learn how to use ShadowExplorer to help restore files from System Restore points in Windows.

10 Ways to Open the Task Manager in Windows

Microsoft provides plenty of ways for you to open the Task Manager in Windows 10. Check them out here. Some of them apply to older Windows versions, too.

How to Disable USB Ports in Windows 10

Disabling USB ports in Windows 10 is easy. Check out the various methods to disable USB ports in Windows 10 and keep yourself safe.

How to Make or Receive Calls on Windows 10 Using an Android Phone

Here we show you the steps involved to make or receive phone calls from your Android device on your Windows 10 PC.

How to Run a Java Program from the Command Prompt

If you have downloaded a Java application and are wondering how you can run it, here’s how to compile and run Java from the command prompt in Windows.