Windows 10’s November 2019 Update Is the Best Yet
Windows 10’s November 2019 Update, also known as version 1909, is the best update to Windows 10 yet. It’s a small update that’s quick to install, doesn’t add any crazy new features, and isn’t bre...
How to Use OneDrive’s “Personal Vault” to Secure Your Files
Microsoft’s OneDrive cloud storage service now includes a “Personal Vault” for your sensitive files. These files are encrypted and protected with additional two-factor verification, even when they’re s...
How to Scan a Document in Windows 10
A great way to preserve sensitive, written documents like W9s, contracts, and living wills is to store them digitally. This guide shows you how to scan a document in Windows 10 without installing third-party tools....
It’s About Time: Microsoft Is Finally Killing My People
Microsoft is killing My People, as predicted. The “My People” feature on the taskbar is still here for now, but Microsoft has revealed it’s “no longer being developed” and “may be removed i...
What to Do if Your Windows 10 Keyboard or Mouse Aren’t Working
Keyboard and mouse failures aren’t uncommon, especially with regular usage. If your keyboard or mouse has stopped working on your Windows 10 PC, here are a few steps you can follow to resolve the issue....
How to Play Unsupported Video Formats on Windows 10
Windows apps like Movies & TV and Windows Media Player allow the playback of certain types of video only. If you’re struggling to play unsupported video formats, you’ll need to use a third-party video player ...
How to Check Your Printed Document History in Windows 10
Checking the history of a printer to see what was printed can be somewhat difficult to monitor. As your toner level doesn’t convey how much the accessory has been used, you’ll need to enable logging within Windows...
Will Windows 10 Update If My Computer Is in Sleep Mode?
Windows 10 will keep you safe and secure by applying updates automatically. Typically, users schedule “active hours,” so Windows 10 doesn’t install updates at inconvenient times. Will Windows 10 update if a PC i...
How to Save Favorite Places in Windows 10 Maps
With offline maps and traffic data, Windows 10 Maps is the perfect companion for mapping out long journeys. To help you get from point A to B, you can save your favorite locations to quickly bring up directions. Here’s ...
6 Ways to Improve Battery Life on Windows Laptops
Laptop owners have a critical enemy: a drained battery. Sure, you can plug it in, but only if there’s an outlet nearby. Here are some ways you can improve the battery life of your Windows laptop....
How to Use Caps Lock as a Modifier Key on Windows
The Caps Lock key takes up prime keyboard real estate, and it isn’t pulling its weight. This easy AutoHotkey script will turn Caps Lock into a modifier key so you can use it for customizable shortcuts....
Free Download: Microsoft’s Batch Rename PowerToy
Microsoft is on a roll with Windows 10’s open-source PowerToys. The latest free tool is PowerRename, a bulk renaming tool that will let you rename many files at once right from File Explorer.
How to Reactivate Windows 10 After a Hardware Change
Did your PC suffer a catastrophic failure requiring new hardware? Have you upgraded to better components and Windows 10 just doesn’t recognize your PC? This guide shows you how to reactivate Windows 10 after a hardware ...
How to Save Office Documents to This PC by Default
Microsoft Office wants you to save your documents to online locations like OneDrive or SharePoint. That’s the default in applications like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Here’s how to change the default save locatio...
6 Ways to Bookmark Your Favorite Folders in Windows 10
If you organize your Windows 10 folders now, you won’t struggle to find your most important files later. You can bookmark your favorite folders in Windows for easy access. Here are a few ways you can do it....
How to Remove Your PIN and Other Sign-In Options from Windows 10
Windows 10 boasts a suite of security features to keep your PC safe. But what if you need to remove a password or security key? This guide shows how to remove your PIN and other sign-in options from Windows 10....
How to View a Slideshow on Windows 10
You downloaded pictures from your camera, phone, or USB drive. Now you want to share these galleries with friends and family in a nice presentation. This guide shows you how to view a slideshow on Windows 10 using native tool...
How Windows 10’s “Reset This PC” Has Gotten More Powerful
The “Reset This PC” feature has been around since Windows 8, but it’s changed a lot since then. Microsoft keeps making it better and better, and it’s easy to miss all the improvements. Cloud Download i...
How to Fix Sound Problems in Windows 10
You launch a PC game or stream a movie, but you don’t hear any sound. On the surface, there’s no apparent reason for the lack of audio. This guide shows you how to fix sound problems in Windows 10....
How to Enable or Disable Secure Sign-In for Windows 10
Windows is the most targeted operating system on the planet. That means you should fortify your PC’s defenses to stay safe both online and offline. This guide shows you how to enable or disable Secure Sign-In for Window...
Windows 10 Is Getting Built-In Support for Network Cameras
Network cameras have existed since before the Wyze Cam and Nest Cam. They send their data over your local network rather than relying on a cloud service. Now, Insider builds of Windows 10 20H1 have built-in support for these...
How to Change Your Windows Password
Your Windows account password may be a local user account password or the same password as your Microsoft account. Whichever you’re using, you can change it from the Settings app and sign in with a different password....
Windows 10’s Phone Calls Will Support All Android 7+ Phones
Microsoft announced Calls on stage at a Samsung event in August, but this feature is coming for all phones with Android 7 or newer. Part of the Your Phone app, “Calling” is now rolling out to Windows Insiders....
What Is Patch Tuesday for Windows, and When Is It?
Microsoft’s “Patch Tuesday” occurs on the second Tuesday of each month. This is the day when, like clockwork, Microsoft releases large update packages for Windows 10, Windows 7, Microsoft Office, and its oth...
Does Your Computer Have a Virus? Here’s How to Check
Windows computers sometimes do get viruses and other malware, but not every slow or misbehaving PC is infected by malware. Here’s how to check if you actually have a virus—and whether that suspicious process is da...
