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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 Remove XBox Completely from Windows 10

How to Remove XBox Completely from Windows 10

Not a gamer? Don’t have any need for the Xbox app in Windows 10? Learn how to remove Xbox completely from Windows 10 even without an uninstall option.

By Crystal Crowder / Jul 7, 2020
How to Run Android Apps on Windows 10 with Genymotion

How to Run Android Apps on Windows 10 with Genymotion

In this tutorial, you will learn how to run Android apps on Windows 10 with Genymotion and play your favorite Android games on desktop.

By Sayak Boral / Jul 2, 2020
Add Cool Visual Effects to Your Video Chats with AlterCam

Add Cool Visual Effects to Your Video Chats with AlterCam

If you are looking to add visual effects to your video chats, AlterCam allows you to add brilliant live video effects like overlays and borders.

By Sayak Boral / Jul 2, 2020
The Top Windows 10 Solitaire Apps For Classic Fun

The Top Windows 10 Solitaire Apps For Classic Fun

Have you always loved playing solitaire? Try out these Windows 10 solitaire apps to play the classic game right on your desktop.

By Crystal Crowder / Jul 1, 2020
How to Disable “Shake to Minimize” in Windows 10

How to Disable “Shake to Minimize” in Windows 10

Some people love the “Shake to MInimize” feature in Windows 10, but if you don’t find it useful, here’s how to disable “Shake to Minimize” in Windows 10.

By Robert Zak / Jun 30, 2020
How to Easily Change Input Languages In Windows 10

How to Easily Change Input Languages In Windows 10

If you’re bilingual, you’ll want to be able to type in each language in Windows. Here is how you can easily install and change input languages in Windows 10.

By Simon Batt / Jun 29, 2020
How to Disable the Startup Delay in Windows 10

How to Disable the Startup Delay in Windows 10

Windows 10 has a 10-second delay during boot before all your apps become accessible. Learn how to disable the startup delay and make your PC start up faster.

By Robert Zak / Jun 28, 2020
How to Add “Open with Notepad” to the Context Menu in Windows 10

How to Add “Open with Notepad” to the Context Menu in Windows 10

With some simple registry tweaks, you can expand the Windows 10 context menu by adding the “open with Notepad” option to it.

By Robert Zak / Jun 27, 2020
How to Uninstall Cortana After May 2020 Update

How to Uninstall Cortana After May 2020 Update

Thanks to the May 2020 update, you can finally uninstall Cortana if you don’t like the changes. Find out how to do this here.

By Crystal Crowder / Jun 25, 2020
How to Enable Last Active Click for Windows 10 Taskbar

How to Enable Last Active Click for Windows 10 Taskbar

Do you want the app icon in the taskbar to automatically open the last active window? Learn here how t enable the last active click in the Windows taskbar.

By Robert Zak / Jun 24, 2020
How to Solve “Could Not Find This Item … ” Deletion Error in Windows 10

How to Solve “Could Not Find This Item … ” Deletion Error in Windows 10

Did you bump into a “could not find this item” error when deleting files, folders, or icons in Windows 10? Here are some ways for you to fix it.

By Sayak Boral / Jun 22, 2020
How to Configure the Boot Menu of Windows with EasyBCD

How to Configure the Boot Menu of Windows with EasyBCD

If you dual-boot Linux and Windows, Grub2 will become the default bootloader. You can configure the boot menu of Windows and return it as the default

By Mike Tee / Jun 21, 2020
The New Microsoft Cortana – Is She Still Useful?

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.

By Crystal Crowder / Jun 18, 2020
How to Automatically Delete Pagefile.sys on Shutdown in Windows 10

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.

By Robert Zak / Jun 17, 2020
How to Increase Microphone Volume 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.

By Ryan Lynch / Jun 8, 2020
Windows 10 Features Gone in the May 2020 Update

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.

By Crystal Crowder / Jun 6, 2020
How to Set the Default Apps for Windows Activities and Extensions

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.

By Tracey Rosenberger / Jun 4, 2020
Can You Change Your Motherboard without Reinstalling 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?

By Miguel Leiva-Gomez / May 27, 2020
How to Hide OneDrive from File Explorer in 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.

By Robert Zak / May 16, 2020
Can You (and Should You) Continue to Use Windows 7 in 2020?

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?

By Sayak Boral / May 14, 2020
How Windows 10 1903 Update Breaks Chromium Browsers

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.

By Crystal Crowder / May 13, 2020
How to Create a Virtual Machine from Your Existing Windows 10 PC

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.

By Robert Zak / May 11, 2020
How to Change Your Display Name on Windows 10

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.

By Tracey Rosenberger / May 9, 2020
How to Skip the Login Screen in Windows 10

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.

By Robert Zak / May 8, 2020
How to Fix TaskSchedulerHelper.dll Not Found Issue 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.

By Sayak Boral / May 6, 2020
How to Limit Screen Time in Windows 10 with a Microsoft Account

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.

By Crystal Crowder / May 5, 2020
How to Look Up Words by Definition in Windows 10

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.

By Robert Zak / May 4, 2020
3 Ways to Replace and Reduce Your Windows Desktop Shortcuts Clutter

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.

By Tracey Rosenberger / May 1, 2020
How to Make Windows Easier to Use If You’re Colorblind

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.

By Crystal Crowder / Apr 29, 2020
Adding Functionality to Windows 10 with PowerToys

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.

By Andrew Braun / Apr 20, 2020
16 Quick Shortcuts to Work Faster in Windows 10

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.

By Mike Tee / Apr 17, 2020
How to Install and Manage Fonts in Windows 10

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.

By Elsie Biage / Apr 8, 2020
How to Factory Reset Windows 10 to Its Default Settings

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.

By Sayak Boral / Mar 26, 2020
How to Create Self-extracting Archives Without Installing Additional Software

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.

By Damien / Mar 25, 2020
How to Password-Protect Files and Folders in Windows 10

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.

By Elsie Biage / Mar 24, 2020
5 Useful Software to Restore Deleted Files in Windows

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.

By Sayak Boral / Mar 19, 2020
How to Set Up a New Windows 10 PC

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.

By Simon Batt / Mar 18, 2020
How to Monitor Your Internet Usage in Windows 10

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.

By Robert Zak / Mar 16, 2020
How to Pin Websites on Your Windows PC for Easy Access

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.

By Tracey Rosenberger / Mar 5, 2020
How to Keep Windows Running When Laptop Lid Is Closed

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.

By Neeraj Chand / Feb 28, 2020
How to Resize Desktop Icons, Fonts and Other Display Items in Windows 10

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.

By Sayak Boral / Feb 28, 2020
Is Windows Defender Good Enough in 2021?

Is Windows Defender Good Enough in 2021?

Windows Defender is free and comes with every Windows installation, but is it good enough in 2021?

By Robert Zak / Feb 22, 2020
Mac Had More Malware Detections than PC in 2019

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.

By Simon Batt / Feb 17, 2020
How to View Pictures as a Slideshow in Windows 10

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.

By Sayak Boral / Feb 16, 2020
How to Free Up your Hard Disk Space with CompactGUI

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.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Feb 15, 2020
How to Find and Delete Duplicate Files in Windows 10

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.

By Sayak Boral / Feb 12, 2020
Why Users Aren’t Migrating From Windows 7

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.

By Simon Batt / Feb 11, 2020
How to Encrypt a USB Drive in Windows 10

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.

By Elsie Biage / Feb 10, 2020
How to Control Your Startup Items With Startup Delayer [Windows]

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.

By Odysseas Kourafalos / Feb 8, 2020
How to Move Windows Programs to Another Drive

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.

By Tracey Rosenberger / Feb 7, 2020

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