Microsoft Windows has changed a lot in the past 20 years, but there are many areas where it hasn’t. There are still a few visible features in Windows 11 that date back to Windows XP from 2001, or even earlier….
Microsoft already released the big Windows 11 update for the year, 22H2, but the company isn’t slowing down on development. A new feature is now in testing that aims to improve VPNs on Windows.
You can reduce the time it takes to manage your files by selecting multiple files on your Windows PC. It’s easy using a keyboard shortcut or your mouse in File Explorer. We’ll show you the various methods here….
Microsoft released the Windows Subsystem for Linux on the Microsoft Store over a year ago, but so far, it has only been available as a “preview” there. Now, it’s now generally available for all Windows 10 and Windows 11 user…
Microsoft overhauled the Start Menu in Windows 11, giving it a new center-aligned grid design and better organization. There’s another change on the way: suggested links to websites.
Typically, Windows 11 plays audio through one device at a time—whether that be USB speakers or wireless headphones. What if you want to hear sound from multiple devices at the same time? With a little tinkering, it can be d…
Wondering how to disable OneDrive? You can pause OneDrive’s file sync, quit the app, prevent it from opening at startup, or get rid of the app from your machine for good. We’ll show you how to do all of that on your Windows …
Does the sound you hear when you press a key on your screen’s keyboard sound like nails on a chalkboard to you? If so, you can turn the keyboard sound off on your iPhone and iPad, as well as your Windows and Android devices. …
The Task Manager is how you can see what’s running on a PC, and Microsoft gave it a much-needed overhaul in the recent Windows 11 22H2 update. Now, there are even more improvements on the way.
As videoconferencing apps keep become more common, you need to keep your computer’s camera feed looking sharp. Now, you can quickly change your camera’s settings with a new, handy toggle on Windows 11….
The copyright symbol (©) hints to others that something is protected by copyright law. While neither Windows nor Mac keyboards have a dedicated key to quickly insert the copyright symbol, there’s a keyboard shortcut for both…
Windows 11 introduced an all-new taskbar and Start Menu, which was one of the update’s most controversial changes. Now there’s another change coming to the taskbar: old-fashioned floating tooltips.
Internet Explorer 11 was officially retired on June 15, 2022, with Microsoft asking people to use IE Mode in Microsoft Edge if they still need access to older pages. Microsoft has now confirmed when the regular Internet Explo…
Although JFIF files are very similar to those in JPG format, JPG files are more widely used. If you find yourself with a JFIF file that you need to convert, the process is simple to complete. Here, we’ll explain how to go fro…
Uninstalling your display drivers allows you to fix driver issues or install your own. You can use your display adapter’s own tool to complete the process. Or, you can use your Settings or Windows Device Manager. We’ll show …
Tired of Windows switching audio inputs to the small speakers in your monitor? Here’s how to put a stop to that.
As language and communication have evolved, emoji have become a part of our daily conversations. One of the most commonly-used emoji is the heart. Want to insert a heart emoji on Windows or Mac using just your keyboard? We’ll…
If your PC never leaves your home and you don’t really need a password, automatically logging in will save you the trouble of typing in your password every single time you turn on or restart your PC. Here’s everything you nee…
Many cleaner-type apps have been available for Windows over the years, but nowadays, Windows can take care of most cache cleanup and other functions without external software. However, that isn’t stopping Microsoft from worki…
Windows 11 introduced the Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA), a way for Android apps to run on top of Windows PCs, usually downloaded through the Amazon Appstore. Microsoft now has a public plan for making the feature even …
Do you get a “Network discovery is turned off” error when trying to browse your network on your Windows PC? If so, you’ll need to start Network Discovery’s dependency services, allow the feature into your firewall, and enable…
Occasionally programs will recommend or require a specific version of Java to function. The problem gets worse if you’ve installed multiple versions of Java. How do you know which version you’re using? Luckily, one command is…
The big Windows 11 22H2 update arrived last month, but Microsoft isn’t done adding features to Windows 11 this year. Tabs in the File Explorer are now rolling out, as well as another feature called “Suggested Actions.”…
Microsoft has been working on tabs in the Windows File Explorer off and on for years, but the company never fully rolled out the feature Finally, at long last, everyone (on Windows 11) is getting tabs in the File Explorer….
Microsoft released Windows 11 22H2 last month, as the first major upgrade for the latest version of Windows. The company has also been working on a 22H2 update for everyone still using Windows 10, and now it’s rolling out….
