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tutorial How to search in Windows 10 with File Explorer

How to search in Windows 10 with File Explorer

Did you know you can use File Explorer to search for files and folders in Windows 10? Well, you can, and there's more to it than that: the Search built into File Explorer even comes with its Search Tools on the ribbon, providing surprisingly advanced search features and options. Read this tutorial to learn how to search in Windows 10 using File Explorer:
tutorial How to edit the list of allowed apps in Windows Defender Firewall (and block others)

How to edit the list of allowed apps in Windows Defender Firewall (and block others)

In Windows 10, the old Windows Firewall has been rebranded by Microsoft to Windows Defender Firewall. It is a security feature built into the operating system that helps block unauthorized access to your computer, while permitting authorized communications. This tool can filter both inbound and outbound traffic or set rules and exceptions, depending on the type of network to which you're connected. In this
tutorial Make InPrivate or Incognito shortcuts for Firefox, Chrome, Edge, Opera, or Internet Explorer

Make InPrivate or Incognito shortcuts for Firefox, Chrome, Edge, Opera, or Internet Explorer

If you don't want your web browser to keep your browsing history, your cookies and site data, temporary files, searches, and the information you entered in forms, then you have to use a form of private browsing. Google Chrome calls this mode Incognito, Firefox and Opera calls it Private Browsing, while Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge call it InPrivate. Read this guide and learn
review Antlion Audio ModMic Wireless review: Wireless microphone for any headphones

Antlion Audio ModMic Wireless review: Wireless microphone for any headphones

There are people who own great headphones that don't have a built-in microphone. Others have excellent gaming headsets, but their built-in microphones just broke. What can you do in such a situation? The answer is to look for a good headset microphone that can attach to any type of headphones. If you can find a wireless one, that's even better. That's exactly what Antlion
tutorial 3 ways to enable the Windows 10 libraries

3 ways to enable the Windows 10 libraries

The Windows 10 libraries are virtual collections of folders on your system. Microsoft did not enable the libraries in Windows 10 by default, although many users consider them a must-have when it comes to finding and organizing files. This tutorial illustrates three ways to enable the Windows 10 libraries and show them in File Explorer, as well as the Save As and Open dialogues:
tutorial How to manage BitLocker on a USB memory stick or flash drive

How to manage BitLocker on a USB memory stick or flash drive

If you've taken the time to protect your data using BitLocker To Go, you might want to understand the options you have for managing your encrypted USB memory stick or flash drive. Basic usage includes nothing more than entering your password, but you need to know more for special circumstances. Perhaps you want to change the password, add a smart card as a second
tutorial How to customize the Android Quick Settings menu

How to customize the Android Quick Settings menu

As implied by their name, the Android Quick Settings provide fast access to different features on your smartphone or tablet. Instead of wasting time digging through settings and menus, you can use the switches in the Quick Settings menu to toggle features like Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or the Flashlight on your Android device. And there are so many Android Quick Settings available that you rarely
tutorial How to configure System Restore in Windows 10

How to configure System Restore in Windows 10

While having the ability to restore your system from a restore point is one of Windows' most useful features, it may be that some people will want to turn it off for all or some of their partitions. Others may wish to change how much space is used for System Restore and assign more or less. To help you out, this guide shows you
tutorial How to add a Microsoft account to Windows 10

How to add a Microsoft account to Windows 10

When you install Windows 10 or set it up for the first time, the operating system invites you to create a Microsoft account. However, during the setup process, you only get to configure one Microsoft account. What if you need to use more than one Microsoft account on your Windows 10 PC? What if you want to create another all-new user account on your
review Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G review: Ultra in every way!

Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G review: Ultra in every way!

Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G is a luxury device aimed at people who want the latest innovation in the world of phablets. The premium price tag and colossal size didn't stop it from being preordered by many people online, so much so that Samsung bragged about its preordered performance in select markets, such as the UK. If you want to know what Samsung Galaxy
tutorial The Windows 10 workgroup and how to change it

The Windows 10 workgroup and how to change it

The Windows 10 workgroup is a simple way to link together a small number of computers and devices, which makes it ideal for home networks, as well as small offices and businesses. If you want to facilitate sharing resources (files, printers, etc.) with other devices on the same network, make sure they are part of the same workgroup in Windows 10. Continue reading to
tutorial What is System Restore and 4 ways to use it

What is System Restore and 4 ways to use it

System Restore is one of those Windows apps that can be categorized as being an "oldie but goldie." If something suddenly stops working as it should or if your Windows 10 PC breaks down without notice, you'll want to know about System Restore and how to use it. This system recovery tool can be a lifesaver and a fast one at that, as it
review ASUS AI Noise-Canceling Mic Adapter review: Crystal-clear voice. Always!

ASUS AI Noise-Canceling Mic Adapter review: Crystal-clear voice. Always!

This summer, ASUS launched a series of new devices designed to offer or improve the audio quality of voice communications. The devices we're talking about use AI (Artificial Intelligence) to remove unwanted noise seamlessly, without requiring any software or additional setup from the user, which sounds great. :) One of the most exciting devices of this kind is the ASUS AI Noise-Canceling Mic Adapter.
tutorial How to remove BitLocker To Go from a USB drive

How to remove BitLocker To Go from a USB drive

BitLocker To Go is useful when you want to protect the data on your removable drives (USB memory sticks, external hard disks, etc.). Though it can be helpful, it may not appeal to all users, because it asks you for a password each time you want to use the encrypted drive. If you have encrypted a flash drive, an external hard disk, or another
review Reviewing Trust GXT 258 Fyru: First-class microphone for streaming

Reviewing Trust GXT 258 Fyru: First-class microphone for streaming

Trust is a computer electronics company from the Netherlands that's well-known for manufacturing devices with an excellent price-performance ratio. One of the areas in which they are active is computer microphones, and the latest such product in their portfolio is the new Trust GXT 258 Fyru. Advertised as being a USB 4-in-1 multipurpose microphone, the Fyru sounds like a great choice for home recording.
tutorial 3 ways to create a restore point in Windows 10

3 ways to create a restore point in Windows 10

When your Windows 10 machine breaks and refuses to work, System Restore is one of those lifesaving tools that makes you thankful they exist. That's because you can use it to repair your PC if you've created a system restore point before it started to misbehave. Did you create a system restore point? If you didn't, would you like to learn how to create
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