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The top 10 accessories for your smartphone this Cyber Monday
Get everything you need for your smartphone this Cyber Monday by picking up some extra bargains.
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Buying a monitor on Cyber Monday? You'll need these 10 accessories, too
Use your Cyber Monday monitor from the first day it arrives with these handy monitor accessories.
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Complete your Cyber Monday laptop with these must-have accessories
Make the most of a Cyber Monday laptop deal by adding on these laptop essentials!
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How to create free AI images with Microsoft Designer
Whether you want to generate new images, edit your existing ones, or design documents, Microsoft's AI tool Designer can help you… for free!
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Buying a desktop PC on Cyber Monday? You'll need these accessories too
You will not regret buying accessories for your desktop PC while they're marked down in these Cyber Monday sales!
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The right way to run a laptop with the screen closed
Here's what you'll need to use your laptop with a closed lid, how to get it set up, and a few caveats and best practices to keep in mind.
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Windows 11 demands you use a Microsoft account. Here's how to bypass it
You can also use Windows 11 24H2 in the Home Edition with a local user account without any problems–no additional tools are required. We'll show you how to do this.
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This obscure Windows tool securely and utterly deletes hard drive data
Windows offers the command line tool Diskpart, which you can use to reliably delete an entire hard drive, among other things.
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Did you know Windows 11 has an easy tool for recording screencasts?
The built-in Snipping Tool feature doesn't just take screenshots. It can record screencasts, too!
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These apps turn your flash drive into a portable PC survival kit
Start portable applications directly from the USB stick. We present the best tools for Windows, hardware, internet, multimedia, Office, and security.
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How to permanently erase data on SSDs, hard drives, & USB flash drives
Time and again, cases are reported in which disposed hard drives still contained readable, confidential data. With a few Windows commands and the right tools, this won't happen to you.
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How to delete what's saved in your Windows PC's clipboard
You can delete the contents of the Windows clipboard at any time. We'll show you the various ways you can do it.
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How to transfer files between your phone and PC with Microsoft Edge
There are several ways to transfer files from your smartphone to your PC. Microsoft Edge, Windows' main browser, is also capable of such an exchange.
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3 tips to secure your data in Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Edge offers numerous options for better data protection. However, many settings are difficult to find. Our tips can help here.
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How to extend the life of your hard drive
Under ideal conditions, hard drives can work for many years. However, various factors influence their service life.
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More than Internet: 9 tips to maximize your home network
Your home local area network is useful in more ways than just providing internet access to gadgets.
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How to make an old monitor look more colorful
That old monitor you have tucked away in a back room may not seem as colorful as a brand-new one with a higher resolution and quicker refresh rate, but simply correcting the color may be all that's needed to give it new life.
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How to synchronize Windows 11's clipboard across all your PCs
Did you know that you can synchronize the contents of the clipboard between several Windows PCs? If not, we'll show you how to do it.
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Protect your home network with these essential router tweaks
These must-do router tweaks will protect your gadgets from unwanted attacks.
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Why is the first Windows drive always called C:? Here's the answer
On your Windows PC, the drive designations start with C. Where are A and B? The answer can be found in the history of Windows.
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How to have Microsoft Copilot recap a Teams meeting when you’re late
With Copilot you can get up to speed quickly when you're running late for a Microsoft Teams meeting.
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This Windows 11 File Explorer short-cut is so simple but useful
It's as simple as can be, but many long-time users of Windows File Explorer don't know this simple shortcut that can be a real game changer for locating files.
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How to find your saved passwords in Chrome
If you’re looking for your saved passwords, here’s where to locate them—and all their related settings.
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How to create or convert images to PNG format
Read how you can create a PNG file or convert an image to PNG using simple Windows tools.
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How to easily update Windows Subsystem for Linux 2's kernel
The Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) enables the start of a Linux system and the use of Linux applications under Windows. Performance can also be improved with a new kernel.
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Solve Wi-Fi problems with these smart router settings
Speed up your wireless network and make sure your whole home has good Wi-Fi coverage.
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How (and why) to roll back Windows updates on your PC
If Windows updates are causing problems or the system is not updating properly, then resetting the last update can sometimes help. We show you how to do this.
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This free tool 'purifies' Windows 11 and skips Microsoft account logins
Normally, you need a Microsoft account to use Windows 11. You can bypass that — and more — with a freely available script utility.
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How to make Windows search use Google instead of Bing
Windows searches uses Bing by default. However, you can use the MS Edge Redirect tool to switch the search to Google or other search engines.
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How to move files using Windows Explorer's file paths
Microsoft's latest function makes it easier to copy and move files using drag and drop in the breadcrumb navigation. We'll show you how to use it.
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You're using your USB flash drive wrong. Do this instead
There's more to using a USB flash drive than just plugging it in, at least if you want to get the most out of it.
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Transfer data from your Android phone to your Windows PC: The ultimate guide
There are a whole range of options for exchanging files between Android smartphones and a Windows PC. We present the best and fastest.
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Try fixing your Windows 11 24H2 network issues with these steps
If you're having connectivity problems after updating to Windows 11 24H2, these steps might help.
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Raspberry Pi how-to: Turn any printer into a Wi-Fi printer
Is your old printer working perfectly, but can't be operated on the network or wirelessly via smartphone? Then it's worth investing in a Raspberry Pi. This will give your printer a second lease of life.
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15 obscure Windows 11 tricks for PC power users
Windows 11 offers exciting but hidden features that make working much easier. We reveal these unknown tips.
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How to move Windows default folders to other drives
Windows user folders such as Documents and Music are located on drive C: by default. If space is limited, you can move these folders to another drive. We'll show you how to do it.
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Optimize your home's lighting design using color temperature
Once you understand what color temperature is and why it matters, you can choose the right types of light bulbs to improve the quality of your life at home.
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Windows 11 24H2 causing problems? How to return to a previous version
If Windows 11 is problematic after updating to 24H2, you can roll back to the previous version you had prior to updating.
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How to choose a new router and get started with important settings
Sure, you can make do with the router your internet provider has sent you and get internet without changing any settings at all — if you like low security and slow speed.
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How to make Netflix shows look their best in your browser
If you don't watch Netflix via the app, the choice of browser can impact the quality when streaming. Here's how to avoid the problem.
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How to crack your forgotten passwords
What do you do if you want to view your own data, but you don't have the right password? Fortunately for you, programmer Nir Softer offers a wide range of tools to help with this.
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Buying a graphics card? These are the technical specs you need to know
When buying a new graphics card, there are numerous technical specifications to consider. In order to make the right decision, it's important to know and understand the relevant information.
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How to convert a PDF to JPG
Do you have a PDF and want to turn it into an image? No problem! We'll show you how to convert a PDF to JPG and vice versa using simple tools.
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How to use PowerToys Workspaces to finesse your Windows desktop
PowerToys Workspace is the latest PowerToys app to help you organize your Windows desktop exactly as you like, automatically. Here's how to use it.
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How to resize an image without losing quality
The image size can be changed using simple methods. We show you the best ways and tools for lossless compression.
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How to convert an image to PDF
It's easy to convert images into PDF files — whether on Windows, Mac, or directly on your mobile phone. We'll show you how it works.
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How to turn any SSD into a DIY external drive
Breathe new life into your old flash memory with an external USB enclosure.
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How to auto-lock your PC when you step away (and why you should)
Here's everything you need to know about automatically locking and unlocking your PC just by stepping away and sitting back down.
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9 must-know details about Windows 11's big 2024 update
New Wi-Fi, more AI, more flexible settings, and HDR support: Windows 11 24H2 even offers all of this for free.
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