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article Windows 11 system requirements: Can you run it?

Windows 11 system requirements: Can you run it?

Windows 11 introduced much stricter hardware requirements than its predecessor, Windows 10, and those have also increased slightly with recent updates. As of the Windows 11 version 24H2 release (the “2024 Update”), Microsoft adjusted the minimum specs required to run this operating system. In this article, I will show you the Windows 11 minimum requirements (including the changes introduced by version 24H2), detail the
article Do iPhones have NFC? How do you use NFC on an iPhone?

Do iPhones have NFC? How do you use NFC on an iPhone?

Near Field Communication (NFC) has become very popular over recent years. You can find NFC technology everywhere, from payment terminals to portable speakers, wearables, and even smart home devices. If you’re asking questions like “Does the iPhone have NFC?” or “Does iPhone 15 have NFC?”, you'll find all your answers here. As you’re about to find out, not all iPhones have this technology built
tutorial How to download Google Chrome (32-bit, 64-bit, MSI, PKG/DMG, etc.)

How to download Google Chrome (32-bit, 64-bit, MSI, PKG/DMG, etc.)

If you download Google Chrome from places other than its official website, you might download the wrong version, with bundled extras you might not want. For example, you may have Windows 10 on 64-bit and install Chrome on 32-bit, which won’t deliver you as good performance as the 64-bit version. In case you’re using an older version of Windows, like Windows 7, you probably
tutorial Do not disturb in Windows 11: How to turn it on or off

Do not disturb in Windows 11: How to turn it on or off

Whether you’re working, attending a virtual meeting, gaming, or simply trying to focus, constant notifications can distract you and interrupt your workflow. Luckily, Windows 11 provides a built-in Do not disturb mode to help you manage notifications effectively by silencing alerts while still keeping them accessible in the notification center for later review. This guide provides information about Do not disturb in Windows 11,
tutorial Screen Distance on iPhone: How to turn it on or off

Screen Distance on iPhone: How to turn it on or off

The iPhone Screen Distance feature, introduced in iOS 17, is designed to help users maintain a healthier viewing distance from their devices. This feature detects when you hold your iPhone too close to your face and prompts you to move it further away. However, the frequent reminders are inconvenient, so you may wonder how to turn off Screen Distance on an iPhone. Read this
tutorial How to open Settings in Windows 11 (17 ways)

How to open Settings in Windows 11 (17 ways)

When you want to change how Windows 11 looks and how your computer or device works, you must use the Settings app. Knowing how to open it is important, and many people prefer the easiest and/or fastest methods that allow them to be more productive, like using a keyboard shortcut, or a command they can run in the app they’re already using (such as
tutorial How to share your location on Android (including Samsung Galaxy)

How to share your location on Android (including Samsung Galaxy)

Do you need to know how to share your location from an Android smartphone? Are you lost somewhere in need of a friend to pick you up and have no idea how to share your location with someone? Fortunately, that’s easy to do on Android. For example, you can use Google Maps to quickly share your location through any messaging app, and you can
tutorial How to change the mouse and touchpad scroll direction in Windows 10

How to change the mouse and touchpad scroll direction in Windows 10

When you scroll on a Windows 10 laptop or desktop computer, the active window moves up or down by three lines. If you keep rotating the scroll wheel, Windows 10 continues scrolling by three lines in the direction you’re using. However, some people are uncomfortable with the default scroll direction offered by Windows 10 and want to invert it and make it similar to
tutorial How to change the mouse and touchpad scroll direction in Windows 11

How to change the mouse and touchpad scroll direction in Windows 11

By default, a computer mouse scrolls down three lines at a time in Windows 11. Therefore, the active app window goes three lines lower each time you roll the mouse scroll wheel downward. When you use a Windows 11 laptop with a touchpad, scrolling on the touchpad reverses the direction. Dragging down two fingers on the touchpad scrolls the active window upwards. If you
tutorial How to turn Find My Device Off or On on Android (Samsung Galaxy included)

How to turn Find My Device Off or On on Android (Samsung Galaxy included)

Google's Find My Device tracking service allows users to remotely trace, locate, and wipe devices that are part of the company’s crowdsourced network of Android devices. Users can locate their missing Android phones, tablets, earphones, Wear OS-powered smartwatches, and other devices. While this feature is helpful, it also regularly sends location information to Google’s servers, and privacy-conscious users may want to turn it off.
tutorial How to type using your voice in Windows 11

How to type using your voice in Windows 11

Did you know you can type in Windows 11 using your voice and turn your words into text? This feature, called Voice Typing, is available for free in all editions of Windows 11. It works with any app you can use to type text (Word, Notepad, PowerPoint) or any web-based app for text editing, including Google Docs. If you want to try it out,
tutorial How to unblock a number on an iPhone

How to unblock a number on an iPhone

Do you want to know how to unblock numbers on an iPhone and get back in touch with people? Maybe you’ve blocked a friend’s new number by accident or decided to reconnect with someone, so you’re wondering how to unblock a contact on an iPhone. Or perhaps you’re trying to learn how to unblock unknown numbers on an iPhone because circumstances have changed, and
tutorial How to change the Administrator account in Windows 11 (6 ways)

How to change the Administrator account in Windows 11 (6 ways)

When you create a new user account in Windows 11, the operating system sets it as a Standard account without Administrator permissions. If you want to make that user an Administrator, you can, but only from another account with Administrator permissions. Does this sound complicated? Then, you’re in the right place, as this guide shares all the ways to change the Administrator in Windows
article What is Ctrl Alt Delete? What does Ctrl Alt Del do?

What is Ctrl Alt Delete? What does Ctrl Alt Del do?

Most Windows users have heard about Ctrl Alt Delete, or Ctrl + Alt + Del if you prefer. It’s one of the most famous keyboard shortcuts in the world. But what does Ctrl Alt Delete do, exactly? When would you use the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keyboard shortcut? And if you’re on a touchscreen device or using a remote desktop connection, how do you press it? In
tutorial How to check your iPhone’s battery health, peak performance & optimized charging

How to check your iPhone’s battery health, peak performance & optimized charging

Did you know that your iPhone automatically manages its performance to prevent unexpected shutdowns? This system is known as Peak Performance Capability, and it first made headlines back in late 2017, when it sparked controversy among users and tech experts. Apple responded to the backlash by adding detailed battery health information and controls in iOS 11.3. Today, you can check your battery’s Maximum Capacity,
tutorial 44 keyboard shortcuts for Command Prompt (Windows 10 & Windows 11)

44 keyboard shortcuts for Command Prompt (Windows 10 & Windows 11)

Most power users love the Command Prompt because it’s a straightforward way to run text-based commands and administrative tasks. Fortunately, over time, Microsoft improved the Command Prompt by adding many handy keyboard shortcuts in both Windows 10 and Windows 11. In this article, I’ll show you some of the best keyboard shortcuts for CMD so that you can work faster and more efficiently. Without
tutorial How to block a number on an iPhone

How to block a number on an iPhone

Knowing how to block on an iPhone can be useful when you’re dealing with unwanted calls and messages. Are you wondering how to block spam calls on an iPhone? Is someone bothering you, so you need to know how to block a contact on an iPhone? Or perhaps you want to cut off all communication with a certain person, so you’re also curious how
tutorial How to move your user folders to another drive in Windows 10 & Windows 11

How to move your user folders to another drive in Windows 10 & Windows 11

All user accounts in Windows get their separate user folder, which contains other subfolders like the ones you see in File Explorer: Downloads, Documents, Pictures, Videos, Music, and so on. These user folders are stored on the C drive by default, but their location can be changed. Transferring them may be useful on PCs with multiple drives or on laptops that don’t have a
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