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Tutorials and how to guides about using gadgets, hardware, and software. Our tutorials cover all major operating systems: Windows, Android, iOS and others.

tutorial What is a BSOD? How to find and troubleshoot BSOD error codes

What is a BSOD? How to find and troubleshoot BSOD error codes

The Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) is one of the most infamous things in Windows operating systems. It appears when your Windows machine encounters a critical error from which it cannot recover. BSOD errors have various causes, including hardware failures, driver issues, memory corruption, or even system file errors. Fortunately, each BSOD comes with an error code that can help identify the underlying problem
tutorial How to create a file on a Windows computer

How to create a file on a Windows computer

Creating a file is a basic but important task that any computer user should know how to do. Especially as there are several different ways you can create new files in Windows, and most are quite easy and intuitive. Yes, some are visual and involve using only the operating system’s interface or your installed applications. Others rely on using commands that create files from
tutorial What iPhone do I have? How to check the iPhone model

What iPhone do I have? How to check the iPhone model

After unwrapping it on my birthday, as soon as I was done squealing with delight, one of my first questions was how to tell what iPhone I have. The simple package didn’t really help, so it occurred to me that I might not be the only one wondering “Which iPhone do I have?”. I considered, of course, searching for online images of different iPhones.
tutorial How to enable or turn off battery saver in Windows 10

How to enable or turn off battery saver in Windows 10

The battery saver in Windows 10 is a feature designed to help you get the most out of your laptop or tablet’s battery life. It’s especially useful when your device is running low on power, and you don’t have access to a charger or power outlet. By limiting certain background activities and adjusting settings, battery saver helps extend your laptop’s remaining battery life, giving
tutorial What is Battery Saver? Turn it on or off on Android devices

What is Battery Saver? Turn it on or off on Android devices

All Android smartphones and tablets have a battery-saving feature that you can activate manually or automatically to give you a little more time until the battery discharges completely. Google names it Battery Saver, but it may have different names (Power Saving, Power Saving Mode, etc.), depending on the device you’re using, its Android version, and manufacturer. If you want to save energy on your
tutorial How to remove Channels from the Outlook app for Android and iOS

How to remove Channels from the Outlook app for Android and iOS

Android and iPhone users that install the Outlook app on their devices, may notice that it has a Channels section, which presents them with news, advertisements, and spam content. To make things worse, Microsoft tracks the way you interact with the content shown in Channels building an improved profile about you and your interests to serve you with more targeted adverts in the future.
tutorial How to open the same app twice or multiple times on Windows

How to open the same app twice or multiple times on Windows

On Windows, you can open multiple windows of the same program and use them at the same time. This can be helpful when you’re comparing information, moving files between folders, or working with several documents in Microsoft Word or Excel for a project or report. Running more than one window of the same app can make you more productive. If you’d like to learn
tutorial How to install the YouTube Music app on Windows

How to install the YouTube Music app on Windows

Millions of people use YouTube Music as their streaming service due to its great pricing and generous music portfolio. While Google offers mobile apps for Android and iOS, it doesn’t provide a YouTube Music desktop app like Spotify. This leaves users stuck with streaming their music in their web browser. However, the YouTube Music website is a web app, not just a simple web
tutorial How and where to enter the PUK code on an Android phone

How and where to enter the PUK code on an Android phone

If you’ve forgotten the PIN of the SIM card inside your smartphone, you’ll need to use the PUK code to unlock it. Considering that your SIM card may store personal data, like your contacts, it makes sense that PUK stands for personal unlocking key. In this tutorial, I’ll show you where to enter the PUK code on your Android device and how to reset
tutorial How to get a system health report in Windows

How to get a system health report in Windows

Do you want to know how your Windows PC or device is performing? A built-in system feature, available in both Windows 10 and Windows 11, allows you to generate a system Health report that provides insight into your computer’s performance, potential issues, and overall health. In this tutorial, I show you how to check the PC Health report in Windows 10 or Windows 11.
tutorial How to create dummy files in Windows

How to create dummy files in Windows

While many everyday users might not immediately see the need to create random dummy files of a specific size, tech enthusiasts, software developers, and power users understand how valuable these files can sometimes be. Dummy files are useful for testing purposes, such as identifying bad sectors on a hard drive, measuring network speed, or ensuring that files are securely erased beyond recovery. Whatever your
tutorial How to allow or stop apps from accessing the microphone in Windows

How to allow or stop apps from accessing the microphone in Windows

Are you using a Windows 10 or Windows 11 computer and want to manage which apps can access your microphone? If that’s the case, this tutorial is for you. I’ll guide you through accessing your computer’s microphone privacy settings and show you how to allow or block apps from using your mic. Whether you want to ensure certain apps aren’t listening in or need
tutorial How to turn off Find My iPhone

How to turn off Find My iPhone

Are you wondering how to turn off Find My iPhone? This built-in feature can come in handy when you lose your iPhone, not to mention when someone steals it from you. However, although its benefits are undeniable, some people might want or have to turn Find My iPhone off for various reasons. In this article, I’m looking at some of those reasons. Then, I’m
tutorial How to use and configure the Narrator, Windows’ screen reader

How to use and configure the Narrator, Windows’ screen reader

The Narrator is a built-in screen reader in Windows 10 and Windows 11, designed to read text on your computer out loud, making it easier for people with visual impairments to interact with their PC. With the Narrator, users can hear on-screen text and control their computer with voice commands and keyboard shortcuts. This guide will walk you through the setup, navigation, and customization
tutorial How to set the default microphone in Windows 11

How to set the default microphone in Windows 11

When you plug in a new microphone on Windows 11, it usually becomes the default one. But if you frequently switch between different sound devices, you might notice that your usual mic for Skype or Discord stops working, or the settings don’t get restored properly. In this guide, I’ll show you a couple of simple ways to check and set the default microphone in
tutorial How to change or remove the SIM PIN code on Android

How to change or remove the SIM PIN code on Android

The SIM card PIN code is meant to protect your data against unauthorized access. Each SIM you insert into a smartphone has a PIN code that you need to enter in order to activate the card. Some mobile providers use standard PIN codes, like 0000 or 1234, for all their SIM cards, while others generate unique PIN codes for each SIM. Whatever the case,
tutorial How to enable or turn off the Narrator in Windows

How to enable or turn off the Narrator in Windows

The Narrator in Windows is a built-in screen reader that reads out text and elements on your screen. It’s a tool that can help visually-impaired people interact with their computers. The Narrator can be activated or deactivated easily, using either a simple keyboard shortcut or a switch inside the Settings app. You can even turn it on while on the sign-in screen if you
tutorial How to turn on Bluetooth on an iPhone

How to turn on Bluetooth on an iPhone

It’s important to know how to turn on Bluetooth on an iPhone because it helps you connect to other devices and peripherals in range, like headphones, speakers, and even cars. However, while there are three simple ways to activate Bluetooth on your iPhone, the answer is a bit more complicated if you’re wondering how to disable Bluetooth on an iPhone. That is because Bluetooth
tutorial How to read ebooks with the free Kindle app for PC

How to read ebooks with the free Kindle app for PC

If you enjoy reading on your Windows PC but don’t have a Kindle device, you’re in luck! Amazon offers a free Kindle app for PC that allows you to access over a million books from the Kindle Store, including bestsellers and new releases. With the Kindle reader for PC, you can read your favorite ebooks, as well as bookmark pages, highlight text, and add
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