Windows 7’s End Is Near. How Are Businesses Faring?
Windows 7 will reach the end of its supported life in January 2020. Many companies still use Windows 7 to run their businesses. How will this affect them?
How You Can Still Get Windows 10 for Free
While Microsoft no longer offers free upgrade to Windows 10, there are still a few workarounds to get Windows 10 for free if you’re running an older version.
Latest Windows 10 Security Threats and Vulnerabilities (2019)
Staying aware of the security threats in Windows 10 is the best way to avoid them. Here are some of the most severe Windows 10 security vulnerabilities that continue to affect users today.
How to Use Rufus to Create a Bootable Flash Drive
Rufus is one of the best free applications to create a bootable drive. Here is how you can use Rufus to create a bootable flash drive in Windows.
How to Run Automatic Commands at Command Prompt/Powershell Start
You might find yourself running the same few commands every time you launch PowerShell or the command prompt. Why not save some time and run them automatically on launch?
How to Use the Optical (S/PDIF) Port on Windows 10
Here we will show you how to get the optical (S/PDIF) port working, with the caveat that it’s become rather clunky to properly utilize on Windows 10 in recent years.
How to Stop Background Apps from Running in Windows 10
The apps that are running in the background can affect your PC’s performance. Learn how you can stop background apps from running in Windows 10.
5 of the Best Screen-Sharing Apps for Windows
A screen-sharing software is a life saver when you need external help to troubleshoot your PC. Here are some well-tested screen-sharing apps for Windows.
How to Open DAT Files in Windows 10
There are times when you find a bunch of dat files and want to know what is contained within. Here we’ll show you how to open dat files in Windows 10.
How to Clone Windows 10 to an SSD
So you bought an SSD drive, and you want to move your Windows 10 OS to the new drive. Here are a few ways you can clone and swap the OS install to an SSD.
How to Control Your Mouse Cursor with a Keyboard in Windows 10
There are times when your mouse stops working, and you need to navigate around the screen. Here’s how to configure your keyboard to use as a mouse in Windows 10.
How to Reformat an External Hard Drive without Losing Your Data
There are times where your external hard drive become corrupted and you need to reformat it. Here is how you retrieve your data after reformatting your disk
How to Transfer Files Between Linux and Windows via LAN
For sharing files between different operating systems, it can easily be done with Network Share. Here’s how you can transfer files between Linux and Windows.
4 Tweaks to Speed Up Any Web Browser in Windows 10
Other than Internet speed, there are also ways to make your browser run faster. Here are some tweaks to speed up your browser performance in Windows 10.
4 Stretch Reminder Apps for Windows to Remind You to Take a Break
It is very unhealthy to sit behind s computer all day long. These stretch reminder applications can force you to take regular stretch breaks.
How to Enable Enhanced Search Mode in Windows 10
It can be frustrating when you can’t find the files you need. That’s why the Enhanced Search Mode in Windows 10 is useful. It helps you find the files you need faster.
Trim and Edit Your Videos Easily with Joyoshare Media Cutter for Windows
If you are looking for a tool that allows you to easily trim and edit videos, Joyoshare Media Cutter might be the one for you. Check it out to see how it performs.
How to Edit Your Videos with Microsoft Photos App
Unknown to many, the Microsoft Photos app can also be used to edit videos. Learn how you can use Microsoft Photos as a video editor.
How to Block Microsoft Edge from Running in the Background
Microsoft Edge is preinstalled in Windows 10, and now it can start up on its own. Here is how you can block Microsoft Edge from running in the background.
How to Install the Android SDK on Windows 10
The Android SDK bundle for Windows doesn’t come with a regular installer and can be confusing for new users. Here’s how to install Android SDK in Windows.
5 Useful Tools to Manage Telemetry Settings and Improve Privacy in Windows 10
Windows 10 collects a lot of data about you with its telemetry gathering options. These five tools allow you to configure privacy options in Windows.
Windows 10 Will Soon Be Able to Access Linux WSL Files
Do you want to transfer files between your Linux in WSL and Windows 10? Microsoft is now planning to add compatibility between the two!
How to Update and Reinstall Realtek HD Audio Manager
The Realtek HD Audio Manager is the default sound driver for the majority of PC sound cards. Learn how you can update and reinstall the Realtek drivers.
7 Things that Suck About Windows 10
Windows 10 gets plenty of flack. Does it deserve it? Here’s our abridged list of things in Windows 10 that are as bad as stepping on a Lego.
Why You Should Never Accept a Call from a “Microsoft Technician”
When someone calls you pretending to be a “Microsoft technician,” don’t be fooled – they’re anything but a professional! Here’s how you should deal with it.
14 Useful Command Prompt Tricks You Should Know
The Command Prompt may be a scary place to be, but it can make your life easier. Here are some useful command prompt tricks to get various things done.
How to Make Windows 10 Look Like Windows 7
Even after upgrading to Windows 10, many users still prefer the look and feel of Windows 7. Here is how you can make Windows 10 look like Windows 7.
How to Check for Ports in Use in Windows 10
It is good to do an audit of your Windows system to find which port is in use and the apps using it. Here’s how to check the ports in use in Windows 10.
Windows 10 to Receive “Gaming Tech” Update
Recently, Microsoft pushed a very interesting “gaming update” to insiders. Here is what you need to know about this “gaming tech update.”
How to Run Ubuntu in Windows 10 Using Hyper-V
You don’t need extra software to run Ubuntu in Windows 10. Here we show you how you can install Ubuntu in Windows using the built-in Hyper-V feature.
How to Use Windows 10’s OpenSSH Client Instead of PuTTY
Windows 10 now comes with an SSH client preinstalled. It’s easier and faster to use this client, rather than installing and configuring PuTTY.
5 of the Best Extensions for Windows File Explorer to Manage your Files
Windows File Explorer comes with support for extensions to improve its functionality. Here are some of the best File Explorer extensions for better file management.
7-Zip vs WinRAR vs WinZIP: The Best Tool for File Compression
WinZip, WinRAR and 7Zip are three of the most popular file compression tools for Windows, but which gives the best compression result? Let’s check it out.
What Is Safe Mode in Windows 10?
When you have an issue with your Windows system, you can boot into Safe mode to safely troubleshoot problems. Learn what Safe mode is in Windows 10 and how it is useful to you.
How to Find Out the Equivalent Registry Values for Group Policy Settings
If you ever want to find out what registry settings are being changed when you modify a policy object, you can do so pretty easily. Let’s learn how.
How to Fix the DNS Server Not Responding Error in Windows
To fix the DNS not responding error, there are several different things you can try. Here are some of the ways you can use to resolve DNS errors in Windows.
How to Boot to Safe Mode in Windows 10
Having difficulty troubleshooting your PC? Find out all about booting to safe mode in Windows 10 to troubleshoot and solve your problems.
All You Need to Know About Group Policy in Windows
The Group Policy in Windows allows you to change and configure a lot of system settings. Here is what the Group Policy is and how to use it.
How to Set Up and Run Android 9 for Development on Your Computer
If you are an app developer, you will have to test your apps on the latest version of Android. Here is how to set up and run Android Pie 9.0 on your computer.
12 Things You Must Do When Running an SSD in Windows 10
Windows 10 has plenty of features that helps SSDs operate to their full potential, but it doesn’t always enable them by default. This will show how to unlock the full potential of your SSD!
How to Personalize Your Windows 10 Notifications
Notifications can be annoying when they are constantly grabbing your attention. Learn how you can customize Windows 10 notifications to only show the things you want.
How to Fix “No Internet, Secured” Message on Windows 10
If you have seen the “No Internet, Secured” message in Windows 10, here are some of the possibilities and solutions you can use to fix it.
How to Lock PC Remotely on Windows 10
Windows 10 has a neat little feature that lets you track your device and lock your PC remotely. This feature is very helpful when your device is stolen.
Windows 10 Will Soon Reserve 7GB Of Space For Updates
Windows 10 has had issues with update space before, and that is why it will now automatically reserve 7GB of space dedicated just for update downloads.
20 Windows 10-Specific Keyboard Shortcuts That Every User Should Know
If you are an avid keyboard user, then you will love all the new keyboard shortcuts that are introduced in Windows 10 to access all the new features easily. Take a look.
How to Change Default Keyboard Shortcuts in Windows 10
Windows doesn’t let you change the default keyboard shortcut, but that doesn’t mean you can’t. Here’s a trick to change the keyboard shortcuts in Windows 10.
4 Windows Sticky Notes Tips For Better Productivity
Windows Sticky Notes is not as feature-rich as Evernote, but that doesn’t mean it’s useless. Here are 4 tips to master Wndows Sticky Notes.
5 Biggest Things to Look for on Windows 10 in 2019
2018 wasn’t the most glamorous year for Windows 10. Here are five major updates and events that are likely to come to Windows 10 in 2019.
How to View and Clean Component Store on Windows 10
You might’ve seen a folder named “WinSxS” that takes up a lot of space. Let’s find out what this WinSxS folder is and how you can clean it up to regain storage space.
Chromebooks Will Soon Be Able to Dual-Boot with Windows 10
Chromebooks don’t naturally support Windows, but that could change after Google announced they will support dual-booting Windows 10 on their Chromebooks.