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This clever Windows keyboard shortcut saves you a ton of keystrokes
Windows key + H: A Windows 11 feature you won't want to forget.
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22 awesome open source programs that do everything you need
Open source software is available free of charge on the internet. There are solutions for almost every field of application with which you can work comfortably.
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How to use Windows software in Linux
With the release of Wine 8, the Windows replica for Linux has matured again and enables more Windows programs. In most cases, however, additional work is necessary to set up Windows programs.
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Crash course: How do virtual PCs actually work?
Virtualization is a fine thing: it allows you to test programs, settings, and other operating systems without endangering your own PC. We explain what you need to get started with virtual PCs.
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How to format USB sticks and external drives in Windows
If your external hard drive or USB stick is faulty, or you simply want to get rid of all the files on it in one swoop, then formatting is usually the best way, by returning the storage medium to its original operating state.
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Customize Windows Update and seize true control of your PC
Windows 11 offers great opportunities to customise the service to your needs.
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Today I learned Windows can update device drivers
Is your webcam acting up? There is a simple Windows trick that can solve the problem!
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Add Windows 11 features to Windows 10 with these helpful tools
Microsoft had promised annual feature updates for Windows 10, but that's over now. Here's how to add Windows 11's hottest new features to Windows 10 via extra software.
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How to fix audio problems on your Windows PC
If your computer audio abruptly stops working, you can try these simple steps in five minutes or less.
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How to open Windows' awesome Snipping Tool with a single key press
The screenshot app Snipping Tool integrated in Windows 10 and 11 can be set so that it's called up by pressing the print key. We show you how to do this.
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Windows 11: Over 30 hidden new features you probably missed
Windows 11's 22H2 version is almost a year old. In the meantime, Microsoft patched many innovations into the operating system via so-called "Moments."
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Windows: The best tools for maintenance, troubleshooting and analysis
Microsoft Sysinternals provides the best tools you need to analyze and troubleshoot Windows systems.
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Microsoft's free new developer app is handy for PC nerds, too
Microsoft has published a preview of the open source Dev Home app for Windows PCs. It's aimed at developers — but also contains some widgets that are interesting for home users.
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How to save Windows screenshots to OneDrive automatically
OneDrive offers 5GB of free cloud storage for all Microsoft accounts. Screenshots can be automatically saved and synchronized in the OneDrive Sync folder.
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Turn your PC into a voice recorder with this simple free software
With one click, you can record audio using Microsoft's sound recorder.
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How to show seconds on Windows 11's taskbar clock
It's now possible to display seconds in the Windows 11 taskbar. Here's how.
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How to turn on Windows Game Mode (and fine-tune its settings)
Windows has a game mode that optimizes the system for maximum performance while gaming.
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How to change Windows 11’s Start menu layout
In Windows 11 you have the ability to adjust the layout of the start window according to your individual preferences.
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How to change Windows 11's save location for pictures and videos
You can change the default save location for photos and videos in the Windows Camera app to avoid space problems or to use a preferred drive.
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I did not know this ultra-helpful Windows keyboard shortcut until today
Turns out pressing the Ctrl key in Windows Task Manager can make life easier.
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Windows 11: How to activate efficiency mode for specific programs
Windows 11 offers an efficiency mode for specific applications, to reduce your computer's power consumption.
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This deeply hidden Windows 11 feature adds colorful stickers to your desktop
Windows 11 offers a deeply hidden feature for beautifying the desktop with colorful clipart stickers.
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Want more Windows themes? Check out the Microsoft Store
You can beautify your Windows desktop with themes. The Settings app only offers a limited selection of themes, but Microsoft offers a much larger selection in its Store.
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Windows 11: How to improve your security and privacy
We show you how Windows 11 keeps you safe and how to maximize your privacy.
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How to fix common USB connection problems in Windows
Occasionally, problems can occur with USB connections. We offer solutions for fixing them in Windows 10 and 11.
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How to transfer Wi-Fi passwords from one computer to another
Transfer your Wi-Fi profiles on Windows from one computer to another with these easy steps.
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How to empty Windows 11's recycle bin automatically
To optimize the storage space on your Windows partition, you can activate an automatic clean-up of files that are no longer needed.
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How to hide Windows 11's power button
Windows 11's power button in the Start menu can be removed to restrict the ability to shut down a computer. Here's how.
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How to find device drivers when Microsoft Windows can't
What do you do if Windows fails to automatically install device drivers for new PC hardware? Here's your guide.
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How to turn off Sticky Keys in Windows
You might have accidentally turned on Sticky Keys, or maybe you’re tired of the prompt. Here’s how to disable both.
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Perk up your computer with Microsoft's free new PC Manager app
There are many programs that claim to fix and tune Windows. Now Microsoft has its own, PC Manager.
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Smart free software lets you search Windows faster
Windows' own search function is okay, but there are alternatives.
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Use virtual desktops in Windows 10 and 11 to help you stay more organized
Learn how to utilize virtual desktops in Windows 10 and 11 to save precious desktop space and organize your workplaces more efficiently.
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How to save a website as an app
Saving a website as an application makes it faster to open and easier to use. We show you how to do it.
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How to switch off Windows' search history
If you open the Windows 11 search in the taskbar, you'll be bombarded by illustrated advertisements and search suggestions. They are automatically set to default, but you can easily turn them off.
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Windows 11: How to change the size of the taskbar
If you want a narrower or wider taskbar, you'll need to dive into Windows 11's registry.
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Make a detailed list of your installed programs with this free PC tool
Uninstall View's saved program lists make it easy to repopulate your PC after reinstalling Windows.
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Microsoft Windows has a secret emergency restart button
Did you know Microsoft hid an emergency restart option in Windows 10 and Windows 11? Here's where to find it.
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Make Windows easier to use: 5 helpful tips and tricks
We've got the best tips, tricks, and hidden functions to make your everyday life on a Windows PC easier.
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How to find power-hogging software with Windows Task Manager
If you're trying to salvage every last bit of battery life on your laptop, the Windows Task Manager can help you find the programs consuming the most power.
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7 Microsoft Outlook tips everyone should know
Want to become an Outlook power user? Here's how to organize emails perfectly, find information faster, optimize settings, and more.
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The best virtual machine tools for Windows: Run a PC inside your PC
These are the very best VM tools you can use to set up a virtual PC in Windows 10 or 11.
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How to upgrade to Windows 11: Every option explained
We'll show you how to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 using several easy methods, from downloading an ISO to using Windows 10's Windows Update tool.
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Setting up a local account in Windows 11 is tricky. Here's how to do it
Turns out Microsoft didn’t truly kill off local accounts in Windows 11—and thank goodness, because you’d otherwise be out of luck if you have no internet.
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How to tune Windows 10 for laser-focused productivity
Windows 10 is chock full of tools that can eliminate distractions, optimize your workflow, and make you all-around more productive—but they aren't always obvious.
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How to make Windows 11 look like Windows 10
Windows 11 gives Microsoft's operating system a bold new look, but you can still make it feel (mostly) familiar. Here's how.
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Take full control over your keyboard with this handy Windows tool
Hate parts of your keyboard layout? Override those annoyances with Microsoft PowerToys’ Keyboard Manager.
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