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6 ways to sign in to Windows 10

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 10.28.2020
Most people sign into Windows 10 using their password or the PIN they’ve created for their user accounts However, there are other ways in which you can log in to Windows 10 You can do it using your face, your fingerprint, or a security key, if your computer offers support for such...

How to set up and add Google Drive to File Explorer

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 10.28.2020
If you use Windows 10, you know that it adds a separate and distinct shortcut for OneDrive to File Explorer, one that you can't remove The same happens with Dropbox if you install it on your Windows 10 computer or device However, this doesn't happen with Google Drive, at least not by...

6 ways to add a local (non-Microsoft) user to Windows 10

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 10.26.2020
There are times when you need to know how to add a non-Microsoft account to Windows 10 Microsoft accounts come with the advantage of syncing your settings across multiple devices However, some users prefer giving that up, in exchange for the more secure and private experience of a...

How to delay Windows 10 updates like October 2020 Update

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 10.23.2020
Microsoft has started the rollout of Windows 10 October 2020 Update (version 20H2) It is going to be a slow rollout through Windows Update Microsoft decided to throttle availability over the coming weeks to ensure a reliable download experience, so the update may not be offered to...

Windows 10 Update Assistant: Upgrade to October 2020 Update today!

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 10.22.2020
On October 20, 2020, Microsoft began distributing the October 2020 Update for Windows 10 through Windows Update and the Media Creation Tool The update, also known as Windows 10 version 2009 or 20H2, is also available through the Windows 10 Update Assistant - a small file that acts as...

How to switch to a Windows 10 local account from a Microsoft one

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 10.21.2020
If you already gave the Microsoft experience a shot and you're not impressed, switching to a Windows 10 local account from a Microsoft one is a simple process While logging in with Microsoft has the advantage of cross-device synchronization, some users choose the security and privacy...

How to check the Android version on your device: All you need to know

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 10.20.2020
  If you're not passionate about technology, you probably don't know how to check the Android version on your smartphone or tablet It seems like your Android is getting a new update every day, and it's hard to keep up However, when you need help using your device or want to...

How to use the Windows 10 Your Phone app with Android smartphones

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 10.19.2020
Microsoft is actively working on an ecosystem of apps that allows Windows 10 users to interact with their smartphones from their PCs For example, with the Your Phone app for Windows 10, you can get notifications, view the pictures from your Android smartphone, and interact with them...

How to make Windows 10’s File Explorer show thumbnails for all media files

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 10.14.2020
File Explorer normally shows thumbnail previews for all kinds of files, like AVI, MKV, and even FLV video files However, on some systems that have special configurations, as well as in older versions of Windows 10, File Explorer might be unable to display thumbnails for some media...

How to screenshot on iPhone 11: All you need to know

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 10.14.2020
Figuring out how to screenshot on iPhone 11 is not an easy task if you're switching from Android or even if you used an older iPhone before To screenshot, iPhone 11 does, however, offer two different options: this can be done using the device's physical buttons, or you can learn how...

7 ways to take a screenshot on Android (including Samsung Galaxy)

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 10.09.2020
When you take a screenshot on your smartphone or tablet, your Android captures your screen's content at that exact moment This comes in handy if you want to brag about your latest high score or need to show someone what your boss had the audacity to say :) Whatever your reasons, this...

How to do a Windows System Restore from boot, without reaching the desktop

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 10.08.2020
System Restore is a great tool that allows you to revert Windows and its settings to a previous working state This is useful when you encounter problems with drivers that destabilize the system or software that malfunctions However, at times, some of the changes you make may affect...

Provide remote support to Windows 10 users with Windows Remote Assistance

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 10.07.2020
There aren't many people who know about Windows Remote Assistance and how to use it to provide remote technical support to other Windows 10 users Therefore, in this tutorial, we're going to cover this tool in detail It's an app that works smoothly for quick assist sessions and does...

How to make a Windows 10 hotspot: All you need to know

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 10.06.2020
If you have a Windows 10 PC, laptop, or tablet, one of the best features you have at hand is the ability to transform it into a mobile hotspot In other words, you can share your internet connection with other devices over Wi-Fi or even Bluetooth Also, it doesn't even matter whether...

3 ways to create a Microsoft account from your browser

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 10.02.2020
Do you want to use Microsoft products and services like Windows 10, Xbox, Skype, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office, or OneDrive Well, to get access to all their features and benefits, you need a Microsoft account Creating a Microsoft account is free and can easily be done from your...