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article The Recycle Bin in Windows 10 and Windows 11

The Recycle Bin in Windows 10 and Windows 11

Regardless of your operating system, using the Recycle Bin in Windows 10 or Windows 11 is unavoidable. If you remove something either on purpose or by accident from your Windows computer or device, you can easily get it back from the Recycle Bin. This tutorial illustrates all you need to know about the Windows 11 and Windows 10 Recycle Bin, answering questions like “What
news Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro & Pro 360: Portability & promising specs!

Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro & Pro 360: Portability & promising specs!

At Mobile World Congress 2022 in Barcelona, Samsung showcased their new Galaxy Book 2 Pro series, a flagship lineup of ultraportable Windows laptops featuring the Galaxy Book 2 Pro 360 with S Pen functionality and Galaxy Book 2 Pro with (or without) 5G. Both are available in 13.3-inch and 15.6-inch sizes; they look great and have some exciting features. To learn more about these
review Intel Core i5-12600K review: This year’s best mid-range gaming CPU?

Intel Core i5-12600K review: This year’s best mid-range gaming CPU?

Intel’s Alder Lake architecture is the one that finally brought the company’s processors back in the spotlight. They are now able to compete with AMD’s once again, and people are noticing. Traditionally, Intel’s mid-range processors are the Core i5 models - the ones most of us, at least those who care about price per performance aspect, look for. The latest model, called Intel Core
tutorial How to view and install fonts in Windows 11 and Windows 10

How to view and install fonts in Windows 11 and Windows 10

Windows has more than just a few preinstalled fonts. However, at some point, you might want more. What if you find a beautiful font online and want it on your computer? How do you install free fonts in Windows 11 and Windows 10? Moreover, how do you see what fonts are on your computer? These are a few of the questions we’re going to
tutorial How to uninstall Windows from your PC

How to uninstall Windows from your PC

Some of our readers have asked us how to remove Windows from their computers. Some of them want to remove Windows 10 or Windows 11 and empty their drives. Some have dual-boot configurations and want to keep only one Windows version. Others have Windows and Linux running alongside and prefer to delete Windows. We want to help, so here are all the steps you
tutorial How to create a link to a file or folder in Windows (2 ways)

How to create a link to a file or folder in Windows (2 ways)

When you work with shared resources on a network, you may need to quickly get the link to a shared network folder and paste it into a chat window. Or, for example, you might want to know how to create a hyperlink to a file stored locally on your computer and use it to share that file with other users of your PC. Although
tutorial How to dual boot Windows 10 and Windows 11

How to dual boot Windows 10 and Windows 11

Can we dual-boot Windows 10 and Windows 11? Yes, we can! And dual-booting Windows 10 and Windows 11 can be quite helpful if you need to work with both operating systems. It’s also a good choice if you want to see what Windows 11 is all about, but you don’t want to let go of your old Windows 10 setup. Whatever your reasons are,
tutorial How to manually update apps and games from the Microsoft Store

How to manually update apps and games from the Microsoft Store

Microsoft Store handles updating apps and games automatically, as long as they are downloaded from it, and not from other distribution channels like Steam, websites, or other third-party apps. However, sometimes there’s a delay between the release of the updates and the moment they show up as available on your Windows PC or device. To solve this, you can force a manual check for
tutorial Open Event Viewer in Windows 11 & 10 in 11 ways

Open Event Viewer in Windows 11 & 10 in 11 ways

The Windows Event Viewer is a powerful tool that logs everything happening on your PC from the moment it starts up to shutdown. You can use it to see details about app errors, warnings generated by different system services, information about the state of drivers and services. That is why the Windows 11 and Windows 10 Event Viewer features are the go-to utilities when
tutorial How to use the Microsoft Store in Windows without a Microsoft account

How to use the Microsoft Store in Windows without a Microsoft account

Back when Windows 10 was released, Microsoft used to force users to sign into their Microsoft accounts before they could download and install apps and games from the Microsoft Store. Luckily, that is a thing of the past. Do you want to download apps from Microsoft Store without an account? Read this simple guide: NOTE: This guide applies to both Windows 11 and
tutorial How to create a System Repair disc in Windows 10 and Windows 11

How to create a System Repair disc in Windows 10 and Windows 11

If you want to repair a malfunctioning computer with Windows 10 or Windows 11 installed, you need a USB recovery drive or a repair disc. Most people prefer using USB memory sticks to create such drives. However, if you still have a computer laying around with a DVD or Blu-Ray drive that can burn discs, in this guide, we show you how to create
tutorial 9 ways to open the Microsoft Store in Windows

9 ways to open the Microsoft Store in Windows

Whether you’re looking for a game to play with your friends or a program to help you with your job, Microsoft Store is a great place to download or buy apps for your Windows PC or your Xbox. In this article, we show you nine ways to access Microsoft Store in Windows 11 and Windows 10. Let’s start with the easiest method: 1.
tutorial What is the Local Group Policy Editor, and how do I use it?

What is the Local Group Policy Editor, and how do I use it?

The Local Group Policy Editor is a Windows tool most often used by IT administrators to quickly change settings for computers in a network. However, the Local Group Policy Editor also lets you control many settings related to your computer and the local user accounts. This article explores its functions, layout, and use cases. Read on to find out what the Local Group Policy
tutorial How to tell what Windows I have (11 ways)

How to tell what Windows I have (11 ways)

How do you tell which Windows you have? The answer to this question is not rocket science. It is not even a complicated thing to do. However, it is a question you may have to answer so that you receive technical support with a problem you have. If you have handled Windows devices before, the answer is only a couple of clicks away. On
tutorial How to open the Local Group Policy Editor in Windows

How to open the Local Group Policy Editor in Windows

The Local Group Policy Editor enables a power user to control a large number of settings in Windows. You can control the sign-in and shutdown processes, the features and the apps that users are allowed to access, and you can do so using a simple interface that offers lots of information. The tool itself is rather hidden from view and before using it, you
article How much is Windows 10? Where to buy Windows 10 Pro or Home?

How much is Windows 10? Where to buy Windows 10 Pro or Home?

Do you want to buy Windows 10 and to know its price? Do you need help deciding whether to buy Windows 10 Pro or Home? Do you want to purchase a Windows 10 product key or an upgrade code? If the answer is yes to any of these questions, you’ve arrived at the right article. To help you out, we did some research, and
review Thermaltake A700 TG review: A larger-than-life computer case

Thermaltake A700 TG review: A larger-than-life computer case

We recently found ourselves needing a new computer case that would be larger than average, with great ventilation, and, preferably, a nice design. After a couple of weeks of researching, we stumbled upon a slightly older model from Thermaltake, namely the A700 TG. The company advertises it as having an elegant design, good cooling, and modular interior. We decided to buy one and, after
review Kingston XS2000 portable SSD review: Fast and reliable!

Kingston XS2000 portable SSD review: Fast and reliable!

Nowadays, there are more and more portable solid-state drives coming out on the market. And Kingston is one of the major players in this niche. Recently, they launched a fast model called the XS2000, an external SSD that promises speeds of up to 2000MBps, small size and lightweight, and also IP55 certification against water and dust. Does it manage to offer everything it promises?
tutorial 9 ways to open PowerShell in Windows (including as administrator)

9 ways to open PowerShell in Windows (including as administrator)

Many IT professionals use PowerShell to manage Windows computers and devices and to execute administrative tasks of all kinds. Before you can use PowerShell in Windows 11 and Windows 10, you first need to know how to start it. That's why we made a list of all the methods available for starting Windows PowerShell, including running it with admin rights. Read on to learn
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