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What Is the .GamingRoot File on Windows?

The .GamingRoot file is created by Microsoft’s Xbox app on Windows 10 and Windows 11. This is a real file—not a virus—and you shouldn’t delete it. The Xbox app uses this file to identify drives it can install games on….

Marques Brownlee Is Right: 5G Sucks Right Now

5G was going to be amazing. Do you remember the hype? 5G was supposed to be faster than many home internet connections and available basically everywhere. The reality is that 5G often seems to be worse than 4G LTE….

What Is the Latest Version of Windows 11?

The latest version of Windows 11 is the 2022 Update, version “22H2,” which was named “Sun Valley 2” during development. Microsoft says it will release major updates once per year, and this is the first major update Microsoft …

How to Install Windows 11’s 2022 Update (22H2)

Windows 11’s 2022 Update arrived on September 20, 2022. Named 22H2 during development, this update is packed with features like File Explorer tabs (coming soon), automatically generated captions for any audio content, enhance…

Fix: Surface Laptop Keyboard Not Working

If the keyboard isn’t responding on your Surface Laptop, don’t worry—there’s a secret handshake that will fix it. Here’s what to do if your Surface Laptop keyboard isn’t working, whether or not the touchpad is also working….

Google Chrome Is Under Attack: Update Right Now

Google Chrome is under attack on Windows and Android. The latest security hole in WebRTC has an exploit that’s circulating in the wild, so you don’t want to browse without installing the patch. Here’s what you need to know….

How to Use Face ID With a Mask on iPhone

You can now use Face ID with a mask. This is true Face ID: Your iPhone will look at the physical features around your eyes to authenticate you, so it’ll work if you’re wearing a mask. Here’s how to use it….
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