The New Microsoft Cortana – Is She Still Useful?
Microsoft Cortana switches from virtual assistant to productivity tool with the May 2020 update. Find out if she’s still useful or not.
How to Automatically Delete Pagefile.sys on Shutdown in Windows 10
Pagefile.sys can take up a lot of storage space on your hard disk. Here is a way for it to automatically delete the pagefile.sys file on shutdown in Windows 10.
How to Enable Copy-Paste in Windows 10 Command Prompt
The Windows Command prompt doesn’t let you copy-paste by default. Learn how to enable copy and paste functionality in the command prompt in Windows 10
How to Type Special Characters, Emojis, and Accents on Windows 10
There are times when you may find yourself in need of some less common symbols in your document. Here is how you can type special characters in Windows 10.
How to Increase Microphone Volume in Windows 10
If you find that people often complain of not being able to hear you during meetings, learn how you can easily increase the microphone volume in Windows 10.
Windows 10 Features Gone in the May 2020 Update
The May 2020 update has arrived. While it’s bringing some new features, find out what Windows 10 is losing and what’s being replaced in the new version.
How to Set the Default Apps for Windows Activities and Extensions
Have you ever tried to open a file only to get a message asking what app you want to use to open it? Learn here how to set default apps in Windows 10.
Can You Change Your Motherboard without Reinstalling Windows 10?
When changing motherboards, many people found that have to reinstall their OS. Can you change the motherboard without reinstalling Windows 10?
How to Hide OneDrive from File Explorer in Windows 10
If you don’t use OneDrive, you can use this trick to hide OneDrive from File Explorer in Windows 10. Here is how you can do so.
How to Continue Using Windows 7 Safely with No More Updates
Since Microsoft cut support for Windows 7, can you still use it? Yes. Find out how to continue using Windows 7 safely even without new security updates.
Can You (and Should You) Continue to Use Windows 7 in 2020?
Microsoft ended support for Windows 7 on January 14, 2020, Can you continue to use Windows 7? If yes, what are the security measurements you should take?
How Windows 10 1903 Update Breaks Chromium Browsers
Microsoft’s Windows updates don’t always go smoothly. Find out what to do about the Windows 10 1903 update that breaks Chromium. browsers.
How to Create a Virtual Machine from Your Existing Windows 10 PC
To set up a virtual environment of your current PC, create a virtual machine from your existing Windows 10 setup. Read on to learn how to set it up.
How to Change Your Display Name on Windows 10
Windows 10 users are familiar with the sign-in screen that displays your name. Learn how you can change the display name on Windows 10’s login screen.
How to Skip the Login Screen in Windows 10
If you want to be able to hit the power button and boot straight to Windows 10, this will show you how to skip the login screen in Windows 10.
How to Fix TaskSchedulerHelper.dll Not Found Issue in Windows 10
Sometimes during a Windows 10 startup, you may run into a TaskSchedulerHelper.dll not found issue. Follow the steps here to fix this issue in Windows 10.
How to Limit Screen Time in Windows 10 with a Microsoft Account
Want to control how long your kids use a computer? Limit screen time in Windows using your Microsoft account. It’s a quick and easy way to monitor usage.
How to Look Up Words by Definition in Windows 10
Whether you’re browsing the Internet, reading a PDF or working in a document, it’s actually quite easy to look up words by definition on your PC.
3 Ways to Replace and Reduce Your Windows Desktop Shortcuts Clutter
Cluttering your desktop makes it difficult to find what you want. Here are a few ways you can replace and reduce your Windows desktop shortcut clutter.
How to Make Windows Easier to Use If You’re Colorblind
Accessibility is a big part of Windows 10. Find out how to use the Windows colorblind filter to make Windows easier to use if you’re colorblind.
How to Use SetupDiag to Fix Windows 10 Update Problems
SetupDiag is a free Microsoft utility for diagnosing any Windows 10 problem. Learn how to use this tool to fix Windows 10 update problems.
Adding Functionality to Windows 10 with PowerToys
PowerToys adds a few small but helpful functions to your Windows system. PowerToys will probably change the way you interact with your computer.
16 Quick Shortcuts to Work Faster in Windows 10
Want to boost your productivity in Windows? Here are some of the best quick shortcuts that make use of both the mouse and keyboard to help you work faster.
How to Install and Manage Fonts in Windows 10
With so many fonts available, it can be daunting to install and manage them in Windows 10. Learn how to download new fonts, or delete those you never use, in Windows.
How to Factory Reset Windows 10 to Its Default Settings
Is your Windows 10 PC giving you trouble that you can’t resolve? You might want to reset Windows 10 to its factory settings to eradicate all issues.
How to Create Self-extracting Archives Without Installing Additional Software
While there are lots of applications that allow you to create self-extracting archive, here is how you can do it with the native tool that come in your OS.
How to Password-Protect Files and Folders in Windows 10
One of the best ways to prevent others from accessing your files is to password-protect them. Learn how to password-protect files and folders in Windows 10.
5 Useful Software to Restore Deleted Files in Windows
Here we will show you how to restore your deleted files in Windows. This may happen when you mistakenly format a drive or when your hard disk crashes.
How to Set Up a New Windows 10 PC
When you get a new Windows 10 PC, it is not customized for your use yet. Here are some things you have to do to properly set up your new Windows 10 PC.
How to Monitor Your Internet Usage in Windows 10
There are various reasons you may want to keep track of your Internet usage in Windows 10, and this aticle shows you how to do it.
How to Pin Websites on Your Windows PC for Easy Access
One way to keep your favorite sites within easy access is to pin them to your desktop. Learn how to pin websites to the Windows desktop, taskbar or the Start Menu.
How to Keep Windows Running When Laptop Lid Is Closed
By default, Windows will go into Sleep mode when the laptop lid is closed. Here is how you can configure Windows to continue running when the lid is closed.
How to Resize Desktop Icons, Fonts and Other Display Items in Windows 10
You can customize the desktop icon and the system in Windows 10. Learn how you can resize desktop icons, fonts, and a few other display items in Windows.
Is Windows Defender Good Enough in 2021?
Windows Defender is free and comes with every Windows installation, but is it good enough in 2021?
Mac Had More Malware Detections than PC in 2019
Malwarebytes keeps a log on how many infections it detects per operating system, and for the first time ever, Macs saw a higher infection rate than PCs.
How to View Pictures as a Slideshow in Windows 10
You can easily view your pictures as slideshow in Windows 10, either from a native Windows app or by using a slideshow-maker app. Find out how.
How to Free Up your Hard Disk Space with CompactGUI
Wouldn’t it be great if there was a way to increase your HDD’s space for free? CompactGUI makes use of transparent compression to compress your files and free up spaces.
How to Find and Delete Duplicate Files in Windows 10
Duplicate files can easily choke your hard drive and make your system slow. Here are a few apps to help you find and delete duplicate files in Windows 10.
Why Users Aren’t Migrating From Windows 7
Microsoft has stopped supporting Windows 7, but there is still a considerable chunk of users still holding on to it. Why is this so? Let’s check it out.
How to Encrypt a USB Drive in Windows 10
If you are storing confidential data on your USB drive, you might want to encrypt it. Here’s how you can encrypt your USB drive in Windows 10.
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How to Control Your Startup Items With Startup Delayer [Windows]
Startup Delayer allows us to control the startup items in Windows and delay the loading of all applications that auto-start when we login to our desktop.
How to Move Windows Programs to Another Drive
If your main Windows drive is running out of space, you can fix it by moving the Windows apps you have installed to a different drive. Here’s how.
What Will Windows 10X Contain?
More details on Windows 10X has surfaced, and it’s looking to be different from the base Windows 10 experience. Let’s look at some of the more interesting changes.
How to Identify the Graphics Card in Your Windows 10 PC
If you want to play a graphics-intensive game, you need to know if your graphics card can support it. Here’s how to identify the graphics card in Windows 10.
Windows 10 Your Phone Will Possibly Add File Transfer Feature
The most recent build of the Your Phone app in Windows 10 shows a possibility of a file transfer feature, much like the Airdrop feature in iOS.
How to Perfectly Defragment Your Hard Disks with MyDefrag
MyDefrag is the only program that can defragment your hard disks precisely the way you want it. You can set up zones and place your most important files in the faster region of the HDD.
How to Run Chromium OS in Windows 10
If you want to test Chrome OS for development or personal purposes on Windows 10, learn how you can run Chromium OS in Windows.
How to Disable Sticky Keys on Your Windows Computer
Anyone can accidentally tap the Shift key too many times and activate the Sticky key feature. Here is how you can disable Sticky keys on your Windows PC.
How to Free Up RAM on a Windows Computer
Before you jump ahead and install new RAM to your machine, make use of the following methods to free up RAM on your Windows computer first.
4 of the Best Free Firewall Software for Windows
There is free firewall software for Windows that you can install on your computer, whose features and options are easier to use than the Windows firewall.
