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Tutorials and how to guides about using gadgets, hardware, and software.

2 ways to block Android apps from accessing the internet

2 ways to block Android apps from accessing the internet

  • tutorial
  • Tudor Dan
  • 17.03.2022
Some Android apps access the internet too often, and you might not want that. Whether it's because they consume your data plan faster or they end up using too much battery, you might want to know how to turn off cellular access, Wi-Fi access, or...
How to install custom mouse cursors in Windows

How to install custom mouse cursors in Windows

  • tutorial
  • Tudor Dan
  • 14.03.2022
If you want to change the way your mouse cursors look, you have two options. The easy one is to install a mouse cursor scheme that changes all the pointers from Windows. The other one is to set a specific pointer for each mouse cursor...
5 ways to set the default printer in Windows (all versions)

5 ways to set the default printer in Windows (all versions)

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 09.03.2022
The default printer is the one to which all print jobs are sent (unless otherwise specified by the user or the apps sending the print jobs). If you’re using Windows, there’s a high chance that your operating system is set to automatically select your default...
The Recycle Bin in Windows 10 and Windows 11

The Recycle Bin in Windows 10 and Windows 11

  • misc
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 04.03.2022
Regardless of your operating system, using the Recycle Bin in Windows 10 or Windows 11 is unavoidable. If you remove something either on purpose or by accident from your Windows computer or device, you can easily get it back from the Recycle Bin. This tutorial...
How to find and lock your lost or stolen Windows device

How to find and lock your lost or stolen Windows device

  • tutorial
  • Tudor Dan
  • 03.03.2022
Both Windows 10 and Windows 11 have a locating feature that makes it easier to find your computers and devices when they get lost. It is called Find My Device and, when it is turned on, it allows Windows to regularly check and store your...
How to download PC games from the Microsoft Store

How to download PC games from the Microsoft Store

  • tutorial
  • Tudor Dan
  • 25.02.2022
In Windows 10, Microsoft has finally managed to bring all their distribution platforms together in one place, in the Microsoft Store, making it a centralized distribution point for both PC and console games. This trend continues with Windows 11: you can purchase (some) games once,...
How to view and install fonts in Windows 11 and Windows 10

How to view and install fonts in Windows 11 and Windows 10

  • tutorial
  • Tudor Dan
  • 22.02.2022
Windows has more than just a few preinstalled fonts. However, at some point, you might want more. What if you find a beautiful font online and want it on your computer? How do you install free fonts in Windows 11 and Windows 10? Moreover, how...
How to uninstall Windows from your PC

How to uninstall Windows from your PC

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 21.02.2022
Some of our readers have asked us how to remove Windows from their computers. Some of them want to remove Windows 10 or Windows 11 and empty their drives. Some have dual-boot configurations and want to keep only one Windows version. Others have Windows and...
How to show the battery percentage on Android smartphones

How to show the battery percentage on Android smartphones

  • tutorial
  • Tudor Dan
  • 21.02.2022
If, like us, you check the battery level on your Android smartphone very often, displaying the battery percentage on the home screen and the lock screen is a must. Luckily, the steps involved to always display the remaining battery life are not complicated. This tutorial...
How to create a link to a file or folder in Windows (2 ways)

How to create a link to a file or folder in Windows (2 ways)

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 14.02.2022
When you work with shared resources on a network, you may need to quickly get the link to a shared network folder and paste it into a chat window. Or, for example, you might want to know how to create a hyperlink to a file...
How to dual boot Windows 10 and Windows 11

How to dual boot Windows 10 and Windows 11

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 11.02.2022
Can we dual-boot Windows 10 and Windows 11? Yes, we can! And dual-booting Windows 10 and Windows 11 can be quite helpful if you need to work with both operating systems. It’s also a good choice if you want to see what Windows 11 is...
How to allow BitLocker without a compatible TPM chip on Windows

How to allow BitLocker without a compatible TPM chip on Windows

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 09.02.2022
BitLocker is an encryption tool included in Windows that you can use to secure your data on any drive. Although by default, BitLocker requires the presence of a TPM chip in your computer to be able to encrypt the system drive, you can still use...
11 things you can do in the Microsoft Store for Windows

11 things you can do in the Microsoft Store for Windows

  • misc
  • Tudor Dan
  • 08.02.2022
The Windows environment is evolving every day, and the Microsoft Store is too. From it, you can purchase games, apps, movies, game passes and subscriptions, Windows themes, fonts, and even devices such as gaming consoles or laptops. Did you know that your purchases are synchronized...
How to set an Android proxy server for Wi-Fi networks

How to set an Android proxy server for Wi-Fi networks

  • tutorial
  • Tudor Dan
  • 07.02.2022
Do you have to use a Wi-Fi proxy server for Android to access the internet at school or work? Or maybe you decided to configure an Android proxy server to protect your online privacy? Proxy servers are practical tools that act as intermediaries between you...
7 ways to find your MAC address in Windows

7 ways to find your MAC address in Windows

  • tutorial
  • Tudor Dan
  • 02.02.2022
Do you want to know the MAC address of your Windows computer or device? To help you, this article describes seven different methods to get the MAC address of your network adapter. Some of them are quick, like the getmac command. Others, like the one...
How to manually update apps and games from the Microsoft Store

How to manually update apps and games from the Microsoft Store

  • tutorial
  • Tudor Dan
  • 31.01.2022
Microsoft Store handles updating apps and games automatically, as long as they are downloaded from it, and not from other distribution channels like Steam, websites, or other third-party apps. However, sometimes there’s a delay between the release of the updates and the moment they show...
11 ways to open Event Viewer in Windows 10 and Windows 11

11 ways to open Event Viewer in Windows 10 and Windows 11

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 31.01.2022
The Windows Event Viewer is a powerful tool that logs everything happening on your PC from the moment it starts up to shutdown. You can use it to see details about app errors, warnings generated by different system services, information about the state of drivers...