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What does it mean to use technology productively? How do you use devices and computers with Windows, Android, or iOS? Which gadgets make your work easier? How to personalize the operating system and the gadgets that you are using?

How to downgrade Windows 11 and revert back to Windows 10

How to downgrade Windows 11 and revert back to Windows 10

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 24.04.2024
Some people decide to take Microsoft’s advice and upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 using Windows Update or the Windows 11 Installation Assistant. Then, after a couple of days, they discover they don’t might like the new user interface and have trouble adapting, or...
How to check scheduled tasks in Windows

How to check scheduled tasks in Windows

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 23.04.2024
The Task Scheduler is a Windows tool that’s been around for over 20 years. Its main job is to plan when certain tasks should happen on your computer, like running programs or scripts at specific times or in response to certain events. In this guide,...
How to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 for free

How to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 for free

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 18.04.2024
Microsoft's support for Windows 10 will end on October 14th, 2025. After that date, you have to pay a lot of money to get security updates, and you can do so only for the first three years. Therefore, if you want to avoid paying for...
7 ways to switch the user in Windows 11

7 ways to switch the user in Windows 11

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 16.04.2024
Having multiple users on a Windows 11 computer is a great way to ensure each person who uses it has a pleasant experience and keeps their files, settings, and apps separate from others. However, this leads to a problem: not everyone knows how to switch...
Windows 10 Media Creation Tool: Create Windows 10 installation media

Windows 10 Media Creation Tool: Create Windows 10 installation media

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 12.04.2024
If you want to install or reinstall Windows 10 on any device, you must create installation media, such as a bootable USB flash drive, a DVD, or an ISO file containing the Windows 10 setup. While there are various tools available for this purpose, Microsoft...
8 ways to switch the user in Windows 10

8 ways to switch the user in Windows 10

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 10.04.2024
People often share their computers and devices with others. Whether your little brother or sister or one of your grandparents wants to experience the world of technology, they could cause problems with your PC or your important data because they are unfamiliar with using Windows....
How to show the desktop on a Windows 11 computer

How to show the desktop on a Windows 11 computer

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 05.04.2024
Are you tackling a long to-do list that translates into countless windows and apps open on your Windows 11 computer? Whether it’s to locate a file, place a shortcut, or simply take a breather, at some point, you may find yourself needing to access the...
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ review: The tablet for budget users!

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ review: The tablet for budget users!

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 04.04.2024
Buying a good tablet is difficult if you don’t have a generous budget. Luckily, in recent months, some new tablets have been launched, including the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+, which aims to upgrade the user experience in several key areas and offer things like 5G...
Windows 10 in 2024: Reliable and still relevant

Windows 10 in 2024: Reliable and still relevant

  • misc
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 03.04.2024
Although Windows 11 continues to gain attention and slowly but steadily improve its adoption rate, Windows 10 remains widespread in 2024. The reasons for that are simple but important, and even Microsoft seems to have noticed that many people like this operating system more than...
How to start Windows 11's Safe Mode with Command Prompt

How to start Windows 11's Safe Mode with Command Prompt

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 02.04.2024
Being able to work in Safe Mode is essential when you have no other option for troubleshooting Windows 11 issues or boot failures. As Safe Mode loads only the most basic components required for the operating system to start, it can help you a lot...
How to open File Explorer in Windows (12 ways)

How to open File Explorer in Windows (12 ways)

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 01.04.2024
File Explorer is one of the most used apps in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Whether you need to open, copy, delete, or move files, there is always one thing you have to do first: open the File Explorer. So, I thought it would be...
How to create a Windows recovery USB drive

How to create a Windows recovery USB drive

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 28.03.2024
When Windows crashes because of a faulty update or when it doesn’t boot correctly, you can try fixing it with a recovery USB drive. Creating a recovery drive involves plugging a USB memory stick into a working Windows computer and running the Recovery Media Creator...
How to show the desktop on a Windows 10 computer

How to show the desktop on a Windows 10 computer

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 25.03.2024
The desktop is the home base for many Windows 10 users, and there are several ways to access it. Even if you don’t store files and folders on it, you can switch to the desktop to quickly hide your screen’s contents. All your app windows...
Windows 10 Update Assistant: Upgrade Windows 10 to the latest version!

Windows 10 Update Assistant: Upgrade Windows 10 to the latest version!

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 21.03.2024
After ending support for the 21H2 Home and Pro editions of Windows 10 back in January 2023, Microsoft has announced that support for Windows 10 21H2 Enterprise and Education will run out on June 10th, 2024. If, for any reason, you haven’t upgraded to the...
Windows 8.1 settings: How to open PC Settings

Windows 8.1 settings: How to open PC Settings

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 15.03.2024
Windows 8.1 has reached its end of support on January 10th, 2023. However, this doesn’t mean all laptops and devices with this operating system are gone. Many people are still using them, and those that do often ask themselves: How do I get to my...
AMD vs. INTEL in 2024: Which desktop CPUs are better?

AMD vs. INTEL in 2024: Which desktop CPUs are better?

  • misc
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 13.03.2024
If you are looking for a new desktop processor in 2024, you may wonder which brand is better: AMD or Intel? Is a Ryzen better than an Intel? Moreover, who wins in an AMD vs. Intel gaming competition? Both companies offer a wide range of...
What is Safe Mode on a Windows computer?

What is Safe Mode on a Windows computer?

  • misc
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 11.03.2024
You may be familiar with the term Safe Mode in Windows, but do you know what it means and what it does? Do you want to learn more about it and how it differs from regular Windows? What about the differences between the three Safe...