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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 dual boot Windows 10 and Windows 11

How to dual boot Windows 10 and Windows 11

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 11.02.2022
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...
11 things you can do in the Microsoft Store for Windows

11 things you can do in the Microsoft Store for Windows

  • misc
  • Tudor Dan
  • 08.02.2022
The Windows environment is evolving every day, and the Microsoft Store is too. From it, you can purchase games, apps, movies, game passes and subscriptions, Windows themes, fonts, and even devices such as gaming consoles or laptops. Did you know that your purchases are synchronized...
How to manually update apps and games from the Microsoft Store

How to manually update apps and games from the Microsoft Store

  • tutorial
  • Tudor Dan
  • 31.01.2022
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...
11 ways to open Event Viewer in Windows 10 and Windows 11

11 ways to open Event Viewer in Windows 10 and Windows 11

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 31.01.2022
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...
Where is the Recycle Bin in Windows 10 and Windows 11?

Where is the Recycle Bin in Windows 10 and Windows 11?

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 27.01.2022
The Windows Recycle Bin is a second chance to recover files or folders you previously deleted from your computer or device. But to locate any discarded items in Windows 10 or Windows 11, you first need to open the Recycle Bin folder. This tutorial answers...
How to use the Microsoft Store in Windows without a Microsoft account

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

  • tutorial
  • Tudor Dan
  • 25.01.2022
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...
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

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 25.01.2022
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...
How to restore the desktop icons in Windows 10 and Windows 11

How to restore the desktop icons in Windows 10 and Windows 11

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 24.01.2022
You could be wondering how to restore the desktop icons in Windows 10 or Windows 11 for several reasons. Maybe all your icons are missing from the Windows desktop, in which case showing them again can be done easily with a couple of clicks or...
9 ways to open the Microsoft Store in Windows

9 ways to open the Microsoft Store in Windows

  • tutorial
  • Tudor Dan
  • 24.01.2022
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...
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?

  • tutorial
  • Tudor Dan
  • 21.01.2022
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....
How to tell what Windows I have (11 ways)

How to tell what Windows I have (11 ways)

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 14.01.2022
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...
How to open the Local Group Policy Editor in Windows

How to open the Local Group Policy Editor in Windows

  • tutorial
  • Tudor Dan
  • 13.01.2022
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...
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?

  • misc
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 13.01.2022
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...
Thermaltake A700 TG review: A larger-than-life computer case

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

  • review
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 12.01.2022
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...
How to add or remove desktop icons (shortcuts) in Windows

How to add or remove desktop icons (shortcuts) in Windows

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 10.01.2022
While shortcuts are useful, knowing how to add and how to remove icons from your desktop helps you avoid clutter and keep everything tidy. Showing only one icon by default, Windows 10 and Windows 11 appear to encourage a “clean” desktop, but you can add...
How to open Command Prompt when Windows doesn't boot (3 ways)

How to open Command Prompt when Windows doesn't boot (3 ways)

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 06.01.2022
The Command Prompt is a powerful tool that you can use for various purposes, including troubleshooting and fixing problems with Windows. Starting it is easy if Windows is working correctly, but what do you do when Windows refuses to load? How do you "boot" to...
Kingston XS2000 portable SSD review: Fast and reliable!

Kingston XS2000 portable SSD review: Fast and reliable!

  • review
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 05.01.2022
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...