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tutorial Mouse Keys: Click or right-click with the keyboard in Windows

Mouse Keys: Click or right-click with the keyboard in Windows

Did your mouse malfunction, and do you need to use your computer now? Are you a laptop user who doesn’t like the built-in trackpad? Or maybe you have some motor issues that prevent you from using the mouse? In any of these situations, you’ll be happy to know that you can click, right-click, and navigate Windows using the keyboard. The operating system has some
article What is a VPN? What do VPNs do?

What is a VPN? What do VPNs do?

You’ve probably heard about VPNs, but do you know what a VPN is and what VPNs do? If you’re not already using a VPN service, maybe you should start doing so as soon as possible. You might not see its real value right now, but over time, you will likely acknowledge that VPNs are just as important as your internet connection. In this article,
tutorial How to block internet access for certain apps on an iPhone

How to block internet access for certain apps on an iPhone

Most people who own an iPhone use the internet on it, whether it is for apps, games, or just browsing the web. However, you might have some apps on your iPhone that you don’t want to connect to the internet whenever they want to. Unfortunately, if you’re connected to Wi-Fi, it’s not possible to block an app from accessing the internet. However, you can
tutorial How to navigate the Windows Registry

How to navigate the Windows Registry

The Windows Registry is a database that stores configuration settings and options for the operating system and the applications available on it. The Registry contains information like user preferences, file associations, device drivers, and system policies. It is organized into a hierarchical structure of keys and values, where each key can have subkeys, and each value can have data. In order to navigate the
review Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10+ review: Excellent automated cleaning!

Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10+ review: Excellent automated cleaning!

While robot vacuums are similar in terms of looks and general design, they vary greatly in price, technology, features, and usefulness. If you have a large living space or office that needs regular cleaning, you’re better served by the more expensive options, which feature a docking station that removes the dirt for you. And, if you don’t have many carpets, you’ll surely want a
review realme 11 Pro review: Beautiful mid-ranger!

realme 11 Pro review: Beautiful mid-ranger!

While iPhones dominate the charts as the most popular smartphones on the market, many people can’t afford them and are looking for reasonably-priced devices. If you’re not keen on paying a lot of money on a phone, you should take a look at the realme 11 Pro. It’s an Android smartphone with a very good price, a beautiful design, solid performance, and a long
tutorial What is OneDrive's Files On-Demand feature and how to use it

What is OneDrive's Files On-Demand feature and how to use it

One of the best features in OneDrive’s app for Windows 11 and Windows 10 is called Files On-Demand. It helps you save storage space on your computers by downloading and keeping local copies of your OneDrive files only if you access them or manually specify that you want them always available offline. If you want to learn all there is to know about it,
review TP-Link Tapo C225 review: Affordable home surveillance!

TP-Link Tapo C225 review: Affordable home surveillance!

Do you have a child that you need to keep an eye on? Or a pet? Or both? Then you may need a surveillance camera for home use. And if you want features like night vision or the ability to have audio conversations remotely, then TP-Link Tapo C225 might just be what you need. Read this review to see if this Wi-Fi home surveillance

How to use your iPhone on Windows 11 with Phone Link

The Phone Link app for Windows 11 allows you to connect, sync, and use an iPhone directly from the comfort of your Windows computer. Although the app is still a work in progress and still in its infancy when it comes to working with iPhones, it can help you be more productive at times. There are only three features that you can use with an iPhone: notifications, messages, and calls.
tutorial What is and how to edit the Windows Registry

What is and how to edit the Windows Registry

Have you ever heard of the Windows Registry or the Registry Editor tool? Did a geeky friend of yours tell you that you can do certain things in Windows only from the Registry? Did you wonder what the Windows Registry is and what it does? In this article, I’ll try to shed some light on these notions and explain the basics of the Windows
article What is Microsoft Lists? What does it do?

What is Microsoft Lists? What does it do?

Microsoft Lists is a powerful tool designed to help you track information and manage work, events, issues, or even personal tasks. Integrated with other apps and services in Microsoft 365, the Microsoft Lists app can be exactly what you need to streamline workflows and collaborate with your team or friends more efficiently. In this tutorial, I’ll tell you more about what Microsoft Lists is
tutorial How to export a folder tree to a file (including Excel)

How to export a folder tree to a file (including Excel)

Did you ever need to export the entire directory tree from a particular folder? Did you need to get a text or Excel document that lists all the files and folders inside a specific folder from your computer in a hierarchical structure? I needed this when trying to create a document that was supposed to be a summary of all the Word documents and
review Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10 review: Great for large homes!

Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10 review: Great for large homes!

If you have a large home that requires regular cleaning, affordable robot vacuums are usually a poor choice due to multiple reasons. They tend to have batteries with lower capacity, less advanced navigation systems which make them slow at cleaning your home, and dust bins with lower capacity. That’s why, for larger homes, it is a better idea to look for a more powerful

How to connect an iPhone to a Windows PC with Phone Link

If you have an iPhone and a Windows PC, you may be looking for a way to connect, sync, and use them together. One way to do that is to use the Phone Link app made by Microsoft. Although it’s still a work in progress, and there are some limitations regarding what you can do with it, this app offers a couple of interesting features. As long as your iPhone
tutorial How to create and format lists in Word

How to create and format lists in Word

We create, work with, and use lists regularly. We use them in business writing, technical writing, and even for something as trivial as shopping lists or as fun as bucket lists. There are times when you need to create lists in a document. And most people use Microsoft Word for this task. If you need to make lists too, here’s how to create bulleted
tutorial How to use and change quick responses on Android

How to use and change quick responses on Android

A quick response is a short SMS that you can send when rejecting a call on your Android smartphone, and customizing them can save you time. The default quick responses offered by Android let people know you can’t answer right now and how to contact you next. You can customize these quick decline messages to make them more useful for you. This tutorial illustrates
article What is Microsoft Sway? What is it used for?

What is Microsoft Sway? What is it used for?

Microsoft Sway is an app that reflects the way we interact with information in the age of the internet and mobile computing. While Microsoft Word focuses on paper documents and PowerPoint on projector screens, Sway approaches the sharing of information similar to web pages or digital stories. Sway attempts to make digital publishing as easy as Word has made desktop publishing and PowerPoint made
review TP-Link Tapo C500 review: Affordable outdoor surveillance!

TP-Link Tapo C500 review: Affordable outdoor surveillance!

Do you have a home or small company office where you want to install some video surveillance? Would you fancy a wireless camera that can pan and tilt easily to get 360 degrees coverage, with dust and water resistance, as well as infrared vision for night recording? In this case, TP-Link Tapo C500 should be on your shortlist. This camera is affordable, it has
tutorial How to sync Microsoft Sticky Notes on Windows, Android, and iPhone

How to sync Microsoft Sticky Notes on Windows, Android, and iPhone

The Sticky Notes from Windows is one of the apps people use daily to keep their lives organized: it’s simple, fast, and user-friendly. One of its best features is the ability to sync notes in the cloud using your Microsoft account. Furthermore, Microsoft’s Sticky Notes are also available on Android devices and iPhones. If you love Sticky Notes too, and you want to know

How to use the Windows Phone Link app with Android smartphones

Microsoft is actively working on an ecosystem of apps that allows Windows 11 and Windows 10 users to interact with their smartphones from their PCs. The Windows Phone Link app lets you check your Android notifications, see the pictures on your Android smartphone, and even interact with your Android apps directly from your Windows PC. And, of course, you can also use it to make phone calls and send text