Richard Kanyoro, Author at Make Tech Easier https://www.maketecheasier.com/author/richardkanyoro/ Uncomplicating the complicated, making life easier Fri, 24 Jun 2022 19:21:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.0.1 https://www.maketecheasier.com/assets/themes/MTE-twelve/images/mtelogo.svghttps://www.maketecheasier.com/assets/themes/MTE-twelve/images/mtelogo.svg337ab7 5 Ways to View Saved Wi-Fi Passwords in Windows https://www.maketecheasier.com/view-saved-wifi-passwords-windows/ https://www.maketecheasier.com/view-saved-wifi-passwords-windows/#respond Fri, 17 Jun 2022 21:25:00 +0000 https://admin.maketecheasier.com/?post_type=pitch&p=490004

Remembering Wi-Fi passwords can be a struggle. Often, you have to track down technicians and sysadmins so you can access a network you’d connected to before. Fortunately, Windows gives you several options to view saved Wi-Fi passwords on your PC.

If you’ve drawn a blank when prompted to enter a password to access a Wi-Fi connection in Windows, these methods should come in handy.

1. Use Control Panel

One way to view saved Wi-Fi passwords on your PC is through the Control Panel. This method only works for active Wi-Fi networks.

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Windows Security Not Opening in Windows? Here are 6 Fixes https://www.maketecheasier.com/fix-windows-security-not-opening/ https://www.maketecheasier.com/fix-windows-security-not-opening/#comments Tue, 14 Jun 2022 21:25:00 +0000 https://admin.maketecheasier.com/?post_type=pitch&p=488171

Windows Security, which also includes an antivirus program known as Windows Defender, is designed to protect your PC from viruses and malware. But just like other Windows apps, it can run into problems.

One of the issues is Windows Security failing to start. Fortunately, we have some quick fixes for you.

1. Reset or Repair Windows Security

Windows 11 comes with a native repair tool that can identify minor issues in apps and resolve them automatically. Windows Security is no exception.... Read more]]> https://www.maketecheasier.com/fix-windows-security-not-opening/feed/ 1 How to Use Nearby Sharing to Share Files on Windows https://www.maketecheasier.com/use-nearby-sharing-windows/ https://www.maketecheasier.com/use-nearby-sharing-windows/#respond Tue, 07 Jun 2022 00:25:00 +0000 https://admin.maketecheasier.com/?post_type=pitch&p=483258

Nearby Sharing makes it easy to share files wirelessly from your Windows PC to other nearby Windows devices. You can send documents, photos, links, and other files without the need for cloud services, network file sharing, USB flash drives, or email attachments.

This nifty feature uses Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Ethernet to transfer files between devices. This guide will show you how to set up, use, and troubleshoot Nearby Sharing.

Is the dual boot menu missing when you boot up Windows? You’re likely dealing with an incorrectly configured boot manager. Luckily, this is a common problem with newly created dual boots and is easy to fix.

We bring you a detailed guide to help sort out this problem by tweaking a few Windows settings.

Why Dual Boot Menu Isn’t Showing

After you install a second OS on your Windows PC, you should be able to switch seamlessly between the two using the boot menu. Unfortunately, the boot menu may not show for one of the following reasons:

  • Fast startup is enabled, so the PC boots directly into the default... Read more]]> https://www.maketecheasier.com/fix-windows-dual-boot-menu-not-showing/feed/ 0 6 Ways to Stop Windows Updates https://www.maketecheasier.com/stop-windows-updates/ https://www.maketecheasier.com/stop-windows-updates/#comments Fri, 27 May 2022 21:25:00 +0000 https://admin.maketecheasier.com/?post_type=pitch&p=487484

    Windows updates bring crucial stability and security improvements to your OS. But they can also be a nuisance. Not only do they disrupt your work by requiring a restart, they can also negatively affect user experience. Case in point, Microsoft has released numerous updates with bugs in recent years.

    Luckily, you can stop or pause Windows updates with a few tweaks to your system, as will be described below.

    1. Pause Windows Updates in Settings

    If you want to pause Windows updates for some time (up to a few weeks),... Read more]]> https://www.maketecheasier.com/stop-windows-updates/feed/ 1 How to Check What Version of Windows You Are Running https://www.maketecheasier.com/check-windows-version/ https://www.maketecheasier.com/check-windows-version/#respond Fri, 20 May 2022 21:25:00 +0000 https://admin.maketecheasier.com/?post_type=pitch&p=477404

    Often, it matters little what version of Windows you’re running on your PC. But if you’re trying to troubleshoot a technical problem or upgrade your system, you need to know.

    This tutorial will show you how to identify most Windows versions at a glance and even get specific details such as the build number using simple commands.

    How to Identify the Windows Version Visually

    The fastest way to identify the version of Windows you’re running is through a visual check. After all, the general appearance of each Windows version is the same as long as you’ve... Read more]]> https://www.maketecheasier.com/check-windows-version/feed/ 0 How to Install Windows 11 on a Raspberry Pi 4 https://www.maketecheasier.com/install-windows-raspberry-pi/ https://www.maketecheasier.com/install-windows-raspberry-pi/#comments Thu, 19 May 2022 15:25:00 +0000 https://admin.maketecheasier.com/?post_type=pitch&p=477353

    Are you looking to install Windows 11 on your Raspberry Pi 4? Not only is this a fun project to try, but it also opens up a world of possibilities if you need a pocket-sized PC.

    With our guide, you’ll learn how to bypass Microsoft’s stringent requirements and install Windows 11 on your Raspberry Pi 4. The best part is that you can do the installation from a Raspberry Pi or a PC without too many commands or technical skills.

    Requirements for Installing Windows 11 on Raspberry Pi

    • Raspberry Pi 4 – Both the 4GB and 8GB Pi versions will work. But for a smoother experience... Read more]]> https://www.maketecheasier.com/install-windows-raspberry-pi/feed/ 1 6 Things You Didn’t Know Telegram for PC Could Do https://www.maketecheasier.com/useful-features-telegram-for-pc/ https://www.maketecheasier.com/useful-features-telegram-for-pc/#respond Mon, 09 May 2022 15:25:00 +0000 https://admin.maketecheasier.com/?post_type=pitch&p=479773

      Telegram for PC is so much more than a messaging app. The service boasts tons of features, some of which you might not even be aware of. With that in mind, in this guide we’ll explore six things you can do with Telegram for PC that have the potential of making your life much easier.

      1. Store Your Files for Free

      Telegram allows you to store an unlimited number of files for free on its cloud servers. You can store audio, videos, documents, and photos, though you’re limited to 2GB per file. Here’s how to set up cloud storage on Telegram:

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      How to Try Windows 11 Without Nuking Windows 10 https://www.maketecheasier.com/try-latest-windows/ https://www.maketecheasier.com/try-latest-windows/#comments Wed, 27 Apr 2022 15:25:00 +0000 https://admin.maketecheasier.com/?post_type=pitch&p=477521

      Windows 11 packs a lot of improvements over Windows 10. Unfortunately, to do a full Windows 11 install, you have to renounce your stable Windows 10.

      The good news is that you can try Windows 11 on your primary machine without messing with Windows 10. You have three options: use a virtual machine, dual booting or a Windows 11 simulator. You can pick the method that works best for you, and we’ll show you how to set each up in what follows.

      Use a Virtual Machine

      A virtual machine (VM) allows you to install Windows 11 on top of your Windows 10 OS. In short, you’ll have... Read more]]> https://www.maketecheasier.com/try-latest-windows/feed/ 1