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Think you know Windows inside out? Make use of these tutorials to learn more about Windows, or fix it when it is not working.

How to Use ShadowExplorer to Restore Files from System Restore

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.

By Crystal Crowder / May 26, 2021
10 Ways to Open the Task Manager 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.

By Sayak Boral / May 26, 2021
How to Disable USB Ports in Windows 10

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.

By Robert Zak / May 25, 2021
How to Run a Java Program from the Command Prompt

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.

By Tom Rankin / May 22, 2021
5 of the Best Windows File Explorer Alternatives

5 of the Best Windows File Explorer Alternatives

Here are some of the best Windows File Explorer alternatives that have additional features, customization options, and much more.

By Sagar Naresh / May 21, 2021
How to Set Up Windows 10 Taskbar News and Interests Widget

How to Set Up Windows 10 Taskbar News and Interests Widget

Want to keep up with news, weather, and more from the taskbar? Find out more about the Windows 10 taskbar widget for news and interests.

By Crystal Crowder / May 20, 2021
How to Install Git Bash on Windows 10

How to Install Git Bash on Windows 10

Git Bash is a terminal emulator for Windows used for a Git command line experience. Learn how you can install Git Bash on Windows 10.

By Sayak Boral / May 20, 2021
How to Connect a PS5 Controller to Your PC

How to Connect a PS5 Controller to Your PC

With the release of PS5, many gamers want to use the controller on their PC. Here is how you can connect your PS5 controller to your PC.

By Miguel Leiva-Gomez / May 13, 2021
How to Check If a USB Drive Is Bootable or Not in Windows 10

How to Check If a USB Drive Is Bootable or Not in Windows 10

If you have created a bootable USB drive, you can find out whether the USB drive is bootable in Windows 10 without having to restart the computer.

By Sayak Boral / May 11, 2021
4 Quick Ways to Disable the Keyboard in Windows 10

4 Quick Ways to Disable the Keyboard in Windows 10

Don’t want anyone accidentally typing when you’re away? Learn multiple ways to quickly disable the keyboard in Windows 10.

By Crystal Crowder / May 6, 2021
How to Fix “VCRUNTIME140.dll Is Missing” Error in Windows 10

How to Fix “VCRUNTIME140.dll Is Missing” Error in Windows 10

If your Windows 10 PC is showing a VCRUNTIME140.dll error, then check out this guide that includes multiple methods to fix the issue.

By Sagar Naresh / Apr 28, 2021
How to Fix Issues with Windows Audio Device Graph Isolation

How to Fix Issues with Windows Audio Device Graph Isolation

If you notice Windows Audio Device Graph Isolation is causing a consistently high CPU usage, here are the fixes for the problem.

By Crystal Crowder / Apr 26, 2021
What is the Microsoft Update Catalog and How to Use it

What is the Microsoft Update Catalog and How to Use it

Need to manually download Windows Updates? Learn how to use the Microsoft Update Catalog to find exactly what you need.

By Crystal Crowder / Apr 23, 2021
How to Boot into UEFI Directly from Windows 10

How to Boot into UEFI Directly from Windows 10

Need to access the BIOS? Learn the different methods you can use to enter the UEFI or Legacy BIOS boot menu in Windows 10.

By Sagar Naresh / Apr 22, 2021
How to Check Whether Windows 10 Is Activated

How to Check Whether Windows 10 Is Activated

Are you seeing the activation watermark on your Windows desktop? Here we show how to check whether your Windows 10 is activated.

By Sagar Naresh / Apr 20, 2021
How to Use the Optical Out  (S/PDIF) Port on Your PC

How to Use the Optical Out (S/PDIF) Port on Your PC

Learn how to make use of the Optical Out (S/PDIF) port on your PC to set up an audio connection and enjoy the best your audio system can offer.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Apr 19, 2021
How to Connect Two Computers Using a LAN Cable in Windows 10

How to Connect Two Computers Using a LAN Cable in Windows 10

Are you looking to transfer files between computers? Learn how you can connect two Windows 10 PCs with LAN cable to transfer files.

By Sagar Naresh / Apr 18, 2021
8 Ways to Open the Control Panel in Windows 10

8 Ways to Open the Control Panel in Windows 10

Trying to open the Control Panel in Windows 10? Learn a variety of ways to get to the Control Panel options and choose your favorite.

By Crystal Crowder / Apr 15, 2021
What Is Groove Music and How to Use It

What Is Groove Music and How to Use It

Need an easy to use music player on Windows 10? Learn what Groove Music is, how to use it, and how it compares to Windows Media Player.

By Crystal Crowder / Apr 14, 2021
How to Take a Screenshot with Mouse Cursor on Windows

How to Take a Screenshot with Mouse Cursor on Windows

Here is our list of some of the best software available for Windows that allows you to take a screenshot with a mouse cursor.

By Sagar Naresh / Apr 12, 2021
How to Fix a Monitor Not Waking Up After Sleep

How to Fix a Monitor Not Waking Up After Sleep

There are times your monitor fails to wake up after sleep. If you are having this issue, here is how to fix a monitor not waking up after sleep in Windows.

By Robert Zak / Apr 11, 2021
How to Fix Windows Applications Not Responding

How to Fix Windows Applications Not Responding

When Window stops responding, everything stops. Here are some methods to fix the “Microsoft Windows application is not responding” message.

By Mike Tee / Apr 10, 2021
How to Use Nvidia Ansel – The Best In-Game Screenshot Tool

How to Use Nvidia Ansel – The Best In-Game Screenshot Tool

Nvidia Ansel is arguably the best in-game screenshot tool. Here we show you how to best use it to capture your gaming experiences.

By Christopher Harper / Apr 7, 2021
How to Create App and Site-Specific Shortcuts with AutoHotkey

How to Create App and Site-Specific Shortcuts with AutoHotkey

Not all apps come with the shortcut keys for you to do the things you want. Learn how to use AutoHotkey to create app-specific shortcut keys.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Apr 6, 2021
How to Check for Ports in Use in Windows 10

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.

By Robert Zak / Apr 3, 2021
How to Set Different Wallpapers on a Dual-Screen Setup

How to Set Different Wallpapers on a Dual-Screen Setup

Bored of the same wallpapers on your dual-screen setup? Here is a simple method to apply different wallpapers on different monitors.

By Sagar Naresh / Apr 1, 2021
How to Update your NVIDIA Graphic Drivers

How to Update your NVIDIA Graphic Drivers

Here we will provide you some of the best methods that you can follow to update your NVIDIA graphic drivers installed on your PC.

By Sagar Naresh / Mar 24, 2021
7 Beautiful Rainmeter Skins You Have to Try

7 Beautiful Rainmeter Skins You Have to Try

Want to give your Windows home screen an overhaul? You should try out our list of the best Rainmeter skins that will suit every taste.

By Sagar Naresh / Mar 23, 2021
How to Easily Upgrade to Windows 10

How to Easily Upgrade to Windows 10

If you own an older Windows OS, Microsoft is no longer providing support for it. Here are some of the ways to easily upgrade to Windows 10.

By Don Sharpe / Mar 22, 2021
How to Find the IP Address of a Network Printer

How to Find the IP Address of a Network Printer

Do you need to find the IP address of your network printer? Here we show you a few ways to find the IP address of a printer on your network.

By Robert Zak / Mar 21, 2021
How to Fix “No Internet, Secured” Message on Windows 10

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.

By Robert Zak / Mar 21, 2021
How to Open WIM files in Windows 10

How to Open WIM files in Windows 10

Have you ever encountered a WIM file in Windows 10 and didn’t know what to do with it? Learn how you can open a WIM file in Windows 10.

By Don Sharpe / Mar 18, 2021
Troubleshooting Windows 10 Update Installation Problems

Troubleshooting Windows 10 Update Installation Problems

Windows 10 updates can mess up at times. Here are a few ways to troubleshoot Windows 10 update installation problems to fix your PC.

By Crystal Crowder / Mar 17, 2021
How to Take Screenshots in Windows 10

How to Take Screenshots in Windows 10

Taking a screenshot of your computer can be incredibly useful. Luckily, there are a variety of ways to take screenshots in Windows 10.

By Ryan Lynch / Mar 14, 2021
How to Open Local Files on Your Browser in Windows

How to Open Local Files on Your Browser in Windows

While working on your browser, you may have to access some local files on your computer. Learn how you can open local files on various browsers in Windows.

By Don Sharpe / Mar 11, 2021
Use Steam Library Manager to Quickly Move Steam Games to Another Drive

Use Steam Library Manager to Quickly Move Steam Games to Another Drive

Steam Library Manager allows users to move Steam games between drives much more quickly than the Steam client. Here’s how it works and how you can use it.

By Christopher Harper / Mar 9, 2021
How to Format Your USB Drives in Windows 10

How to Format Your USB Drives in Windows 10

If you have a malfunctioning USB drive, formatting it may be the best way to get it working again. Here are some ways to format a USB drive on Windows.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Mar 8, 2021
How to Fix CTF Loader Errors on Windows 10

How to Fix CTF Loader Errors on Windows 10

Faced with annoying CTF loader errors on Windows 10? Learn the causes and several possible ways to stop the errors from occurring.

By Crystal Crowder / Mar 5, 2021
What Is an .ASPX File and How to Open One in Windows 10

What Is an .ASPX File and How to Open One in Windows 10

Did you encounter an ASPX file and not know what to do with it? Find out what an ASPX file is and how to open it in Windows 10.

By Robert Zak / Mar 4, 2021
How to Clone Windows 10 to an SSD

How to Clone Windows 10 to an SSD

If you just bought a new SSD and don’t want to reinstall Windows 10, follow the instructions here to clone your Windows 10 from existing HDD to the SSD.

By Don Sharpe / Mar 3, 2021
How to Fix the “Driver Power State Failure” Error in Windows 10

How to Fix the “Driver Power State Failure” Error in Windows 10

Dealing with a sudden BSoD in Windows 10? If it’s a driver power state failure error, learn what’s causing it and how to fix it to prevent this issue from happening again.

By Crystal Crowder / Feb 24, 2021
What Does Ctrl+Z Do? More Than You Think

What Does Ctrl+Z Do? More Than You Think

One keyboard shortcut that you should learn is Ctrl+Z, as It’s pretty much the perfect keyboard shortcut, letting you undo mistakes on all areas of your PC.

By Robert Zak / Feb 16, 2021
How to Quickly Open Multiple Sites in Windows 10

How to Quickly Open Multiple Sites in Windows 10

Want a super-quick way to open multiple sites in Windows 10 in one click? Learn how to save valuable time with this shortcut.

By Crystal Crowder / Feb 15, 2021
How to Connect a PS4 Controller to Windows 10

How to Connect a PS4 Controller to Windows 10

The PS4 Controller is probably one of the best gamepads in the world. Learn how you can connect a PS4 controller to your Windows PC to play PC games.

By Robert Zak / Feb 14, 2021
How to Send Windows 10 Programs to the System Tray

How to Send Windows 10 Programs to the System Tray

Want to quickly minimize a program to the system tray? Learn about several tools that let you send Windows 10 programs to the system tray.

By Crystal Crowder / Feb 12, 2021
How to Do Multi-Monitor Gaming in Windows 10

How to Do Multi-Monitor Gaming in Windows 10

Spreading your gaming across multiple monitors does wonders for your experience. Here we show you how to do multiple-monitor gaming on Windows 10.

By Robert Zak / Feb 9, 2021
13 Cool 4K Desktop Backgrounds for Windows 10

13 Cool 4K Desktop Backgrounds for Windows 10

A beautiful 4K wallpaper can liven up your boring day. Here are the coolest 4K desktop backgrounds you can add to your Windows 10 desktop.

By Sayak Boral / Feb 3, 2021
8 Ways to Quickly Turn Off Your Screen in Windows 10

8 Ways to Quickly Turn Off Your Screen in Windows 10

Need to quickly turn off your screen in Windows 10? Learn about 8 incredibly quick ways to turn off the screen, protecting your work when you’re away.

By Crystal Crowder / Feb 2, 2021
How to Calibrate a Controller in Windows 10

How to Calibrate a Controller in Windows 10

If your gaming controller starts to become out of sync and unresponsive, it is time to recalibrate it. Learn how to calibrate a gaming controller in Windows 10.

By Robert Zak / Feb 1, 2021
How to Set a Windows 10 Default Printer

How to Set a Windows 10 Default Printer

Tired of always choosing your printer each time you print something? Learn how to set a Windows 10 default printer instead and save time.

By Crystal Crowder / Jan 29, 2021

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