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tutorial 10 Best Windows 11 Outlook Cleanup Tools

10 Best Windows 11 Outlook Cleanup Tools

If your Outlook on Windows 11 feels slow or bloated, start with Microsoft’s built-in cleanup tools, then add a focused add-in for duplicates and (optionally) one for attachment bloat. Your choice depends on whether you’re using the new Outlook for Windows (web-based, limited to web add-ins) or classic Outlook desktop (Microsoft 365/2019/2021, supports COM add-ins). Quick answer New Outlook users: Built-in Clean Up,
tutorial How to restore desktop icons in Windows 10

How to restore desktop icons in Windows 10

Did your Windows 10 desktop icons disappear, or do they look different from the way they used to? In most cases, it takes just a few clicks to bring them back. Sometimes, the problem is that all your desktop icons are hidden, and you need to make them visible again. Other times, you may want to restore the default Windows 10 shortcuts like This

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review HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 2026 PaperMatte Edition review

HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 2026 PaperMatte Edition review

HUAWEI just updated its mid-range tablet lineup with the new MatePad 11.5 (2025) PaperMatte Edition. This model is made to be flexible and budget-friendly. It’s also meant to be a tablet you can use for both work and fun, whether you want to watch a movie, take notes, draw, or even do some typing with a keyboard. The PaperMatte display promises to be gentle
tutorial 25 best Command Prompt (CMD) commands you should know

25 best Command Prompt (CMD) commands you should know

If you like working in a command-line environment and you're just starting to explore Command Prompt, there are some commands you should get to know right away. CMD has commands for almost everything, from working with files and directories to managing your system and network connections. Some are faster than using the graphical interface, while others unlock tools you won't easily find anywhere else.
tutorial Windows 11: How to Change Time Zone (Quick Guide)

Windows 11: How to Change Time Zone (Quick Guide)

If your Windows 11 clock shows the wrong time, your time zone might be set incorrectly. This can happen after traveling, using a VPN, or when syncing fails. Use the steps below to change your time zone quickly - either automatically or manually - and fix common issues. 1) Change Time Zone via Settings Press Win + I to open Settings. Go to
tutorial What model is my Windows PC, laptop, or tablet? 8 ways to find out

What model is my Windows PC, laptop, or tablet? 8 ways to find out

Knowing the make and model of your laptop, computer, or tablet can be useful in a variety of situations. You might need it when searching for the right drivers for your device, when you want to upgrade some of its hardware components, when you contact technical support, or even when you decide to sell it. Do you know what model your Windows 10 PC,
tutorial SafeSearch Settings: How to Turn Off or On

SafeSearch Settings: How to Turn Off or On

SafeSearch filters explicit results from web search. With the latest Windows 11 updates, SafeSearch is no longer a toggle you manage inside the Windows Settings app. Instead, you control it per Bing account (for your browser searches) or you force Strict mode for a whole PC or network using simple DNS/hosts rules. Below are the fastest methods that work today, plus fixes when SafeSearch
tutorial How to remove Copilot from Microsoft Edge

How to remove Copilot from Microsoft Edge

Microsoft is one of the first companies to invest in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and promote it aggressively in all its products. Therefore, it’s not surprising that Copilot, the Microsoft AI assistant, is baked into almost every software created by this company, including Microsoft Edge. If you don’t like Copilot or are simply not interested in using it, you may want to remove it from
review BenQ MA270U review: Productivity-focused design for Mac users

BenQ MA270U review: Productivity-focused design for Mac users

If you spend most of your day in front of a screen, working from home, coding, or handling productivity tasks, the BenQ MA270U could be a good fit, especially if you’re on a Mac. BenQ designed this monitor to integrate tightly with macOS, offering features like M‑book mode, keyboard-based brightness and volume control, and color matching with Apple’s displays. That said, Windows and Linux
article What do the CrystalDiskMark metrics mean?

What do the CrystalDiskMark metrics mean?

If you’ve ever used CrystalDiskMark to test a storage drive like a USB memory stick, SSD, or portable hard disk, you’ve probably seen a bunch of numbers next to labels like SEQ1M Q8T1 or RND4K Q1T1. It might look a little technical at first, but once you understand what each test does, you’ll know exactly how fast your solid-state drive (or hard-disk drive) is
review Samsung T5 Evo portable SSD review: Plenty of capacity, modest speeds

Samsung T5 Evo portable SSD review: Plenty of capacity, modest speeds

If you carry lots of data, be that video files, photos, archives, or even game backups, the Samsung T5 Evo may be just what you need. It doesn’t aim to break speed records, and it almost certainly won’t impress you with its benchmark results. Instead, this drive focuses on giving you a generous amount of space in a compact form, making it an excellent
tutorial How to restore desktop icons in Windows 11

How to restore desktop icons in Windows 11

You could be wondering how to restore the desktop icons in Windows 11 for several reasons. If all your Windows desktop icons are missing, you can get them back easily with just a couple of clicks or taps. Or maybe you want to restore your operating system’s classic default shortcuts to your desktop, which can be helpful if you need faster access to specific
tutorial 12 ways to open Resource Monitor (resmon) in Windows 11

12 ways to open Resource Monitor (resmon) in Windows 11

Resource Monitor is a tool built into Windows 11 that gives you real-time details on how your system uses its CPU, memory, storage, and network resources. While the Task Manager offers a general overview, the Windows Resource Monitor (resmon) provides more in-depth information, which makes it ideal for diagnosing performance issues. If you want to know how to open Resource Monitor in Windows 11,
review Samsung T7 Shield review: Rugged and reliable

Samsung T7 Shield review: Rugged and reliable

Portable SSDs are an excellent solution for fast external storage, especially if you need something small, secure, and durable. Samsung’s T7 Shield aims to deliver all that. It’s an upgraded version of the popular T7, wrapped in a rugged shell that protects it against drops, dust, and water. It also offers hardware encryption and excellent performance (I got speeds of over 1000 MB/s in
tutorial How to set up and use PPPoE internet connections in Windows 11

How to set up and use PPPoE internet connections in Windows 11

While many people are not familiar with PPPoE, or Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet, this protocol is used by some internet service providers to connect their customers. To use this protocol, your provider will assign you a unique username and password for the connection. If you have this information and need to connect your Windows 11 computer or device directly through PPPoE, without a router
tutorial How to change where Microsoft Edge downloads files

How to change where Microsoft Edge downloads files

When you download files on your Windows PC, Microsoft Edge saves them by default in a folder called Downloads. However, it’s easy to change the Microsoft Edge download location to another folder of your choosing. Furthermore, you can also enable an option that allows you to save files in specific locations and rename them. Read this guide to learn more about accessing your downloads,
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