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Use Startup Repair to fix problems that keep Windows from loading

Use Startup Repair to fix problems that keep Windows from loading

Is your Windows 10 or Windows 11 computer or device unable to load the operating system successfully? Is Windows reporting missing or damaged system files? If that's the case, you should try to boot from a recovery drive and use the Startup Repair tool. It’s a very helpful tool that can repair your system and save you from having to reset or reinstall the operating
How to test and use your webcam in Windows with the Camera app

How to test and use your webcam in Windows with the Camera app

Many modern devices with Windows 10 or Windows 11 include a webcam, and to use it, you need an app that helps you take pictures, record videos, or stream video while video chatting. For this purpose, Microsoft has built an app called Camera, which is available by default in both Windows 10 and Windows 11. This guide shows you everything you need to know on
How to make OneDrive expiring links: All you need to know

How to make OneDrive expiring links: All you need to know

Ever since 2017, Microsoft has allowed us to share files and folders with others using temporary links that expire at the dates of our choosing. How long do OneDrive links last? By default, they’re going to last forever. But, if you choose to set an expiration date on such a link, that link will become unavailable on that exact date. If you have a Microsoft
How to configure app notification settings in Windows 11

How to configure app notification settings in Windows 11

Some decisions, like choosing to enable or disable notifications in Windows 11 are easy. Others not so much, like when you want notifications but there are too many of them and you need to find a way to filter what and how you get them. Although we can’t help you decide what apps should be allowed to send you notifications, we can show you how
How to turn off emergency and government alerts on Android and iPhone

How to turn off emergency and government alerts on Android and iPhone

Most smartphones today, regardless of whether they’re Apple iPhones, Samsung Galaxy smartphones, or other Android devices, can receive emergency and government-issued alerts. These alerts can be quite helpful, as they can raise awareness of important things happening in your area, but they can also become disturbing for some people. That’s why, in this guide, we’re going to show you how to turn off AMBER alerts,
How to use version history in Excel, OneDrive, and Microsoft 365 products

How to use version history in Excel, OneDrive, and Microsoft 365 products

Microsoft offers a version history service for OneDrive, OneDrive for Business, and SharePoint Server. How long older versions are stored, depends on whether you’re using a personal Microsoft 365 subscription or a business one. If you want to restore previous versions of your Excel, Word, or PowerPoint work files, as well as PDFs and other types of files, read this guide: How to use
How to hide or unhide a partition in Windows

How to hide or unhide a partition in Windows

If you work with Windows computers and devices that have multiple partitions and drives, you may need to hide a particular partition. For instance, many computer manufacturers create hidden recovery partitions on their devices. However, in certain situations, the recovery partitions might start showing up in File Explorer and elsewhere on your device. While helpful in restoring your PC, you might not always want to
Samsung Galaxy A53 5G review: A jack-of-all-trades!

Samsung Galaxy A53 5G review: A jack-of-all-trades!

The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G is an interesting proposition from the well-known Korean manufacturer. We’re talking about a mid-range device running the latest Android and with some noteworthy choices in terms of hardware. The screen, battery, and camera system are the first things that come to mind if you browse its specs. But is it a good smartphone? Is it worth buying? Read this review
How to remove Weather from the taskbar in Windows

How to remove Weather from the taskbar in Windows

Are you wondering how to remove the Weather from the taskbar in Windows 10 or Windows 11? Over time, Microsoft used Windows updates to introduce several controversial elements to its modern operating systems, and one of these elements is the Weather widget. While some, including yours truly, find it helpful, it does take up precious space, and it does pop up by accident at times,
How to see all the hidden files on a Windows computer

How to see all the hidden files on a Windows computer

By default, both Windows 10 and Windows 11 hide many files and folders from your view. First of all, they hide any items you’ve set as hidden and those set as hidden by other user accounts, certain apps you installed, and the operating system itself. Second, Windows also hides from view the files and folders critical to its operation to ensure users don’t delete them
HUAWEI WATCH GT 3 Pro review: Excellent design and health tracking!

HUAWEI WATCH GT 3 Pro review: Excellent design and health tracking!

Huawei is investing heavily in expanding its product ecosystem outside the smartphone market, and smartwatches and fitness devices are a strong focus area for them. The company recently announced their HUAWEI WATCH GT 3 Pro. It is an elegant product with excellent build quality and many features, available for both men and women. After testing it for several days, I can say that the WATCH
ASUS ROG Strix RX 6650 XT Gaming 8GB OC Edition review

ASUS ROG Strix RX 6650 XT Gaming 8GB OC Edition review

During the last months, AMD launched a couple of new graphics cards based on the RDNA2 architecture, with fairly good retail recommended prices. In an attempt to match Nvidia’s propositions, the current AMD gaming GPUs sometimes amaze with their specs, while sometimes not so much. One of the newest AMD graphics cards is the Radeon RX 6650 XT, which comes with slightly higher clocks than
How to unhide files and folders in Windows

How to unhide files and folders in Windows

Hiding important files or folders on your Windows PC can be useful if you want to keep them relatively safe. However, there comes a point when you’ll probably want to unhide those files and/or folders. Fortunately, you can do it just as easily as hiding them. Whatever your reasons are, in this tutorial, I’m going to show you how to unhide files and folders in
What is XMP? How to enable XMP to speed up your RAM

What is XMP? How to enable XMP to speed up your RAM

Ever wondered what XMP means and does? Did you read about memory modules that support XMP? Or maybe you’ve heard a friend talk about RAM SPD, JEDEC, overclocking, and XMP? Read on if you want to know more about XMP, what it is, and how to use XMP profiles on your computer. In this guide, we’re explaining everything, including how to check whether your RAM
Intel Core i9-12900K review: A beast in every way!

Intel Core i9-12900K review: A beast in every way!

The 12th generation of Intel processors proved to be a significant leap forward for the silicon giant. After a couple of years of lagging behind AMD, the company is back on track and back in pole position. Its Alder Lake processors are powerful and fast, and all of them seem to outmatch their direct competitors. Except for Intel’s Core i9-12900K, a high-end proposition that doesn’t
Synology RT6600ax review: Exceptional in many ways!

Synology RT6600ax review: Exceptional in many ways!

Synology is a less known brand in the world of consumer electronics and some people know the company only for its advanced Network Attached Storage (NAS) solutions. However, Synology also manufactures wireless routers for consumers and small businesses. It has a few models, accompanied by outstanding firmware and software support, and they just launched their first Wi-Fi 6 router - Synology RT6600ax. Yes, it’s late
How to handle Windows 11 notifications like a Pro

How to handle Windows 11 notifications like a Pro

Although intended to aid and increase productivity, Windows notifications can easily get overwhelming. What starts as a way to be alerted about important emails, meetings you shouldn’t miss, or messages from friends and family can easily descend into an overwhelming distraction. Too many notifications in too short a time, paired with disrupting sounds that sometimes instill a false sense of urgency, can easily pull you
Repair the EFI Bootloader or the MBR (Master Boot Record) for Windows

Repair the EFI Bootloader or the MBR (Master Boot Record) for Windows

You can use system recovery tools to fix most of your computer problems. However, there are times when you'll need to address such issues manually, for example, when your Windows computer won't boot. In these cases, you can use a tool named Bootrec.exe. It can help you troubleshoot and repair things like the EFI Bootloader, master boot record (MBR), the boot sector, or the Boot