User Accounts and Family Safety

How to manage user accounts, user groups, parental controls, and other settings. We cover Windows, Android, iOS, macOS, and other platforms.

HUAWEI WiFi Mesh 3 parental controls for getting back to school

tutorial
Ciprian Adrian Rusen
16.08.2022

Soon, the summer holiday will be over, and the “Back To School” season will start, with its usual stress, emotions, and occasional arguments. However, if you’re a parent and you have HUAWEI WiFi Mesh 3 managing your home network, this system can be configured to...

What is a Microsoft account? The pros and cons of Microsoft accounts

misc
Ciprian Adrian Rusen
31.03.2022

Are you using a laptop with Windows 10 or a gaming PC with Windows 11? Are you editing documents with Microsoft 365 or synchronizing your files with OneDrive? Do you own an Xbox Series X console? Are you still video conferencing on Skype? If the...

5 ways to sign in to Windows 11

tutorial
Codrut Neagu
17.03.2022

Most people sign into Windows 11 using a PIN code or a password. But there are other ways to log in to Windows 11, some faster than others, some more secure, and even some that even Microsoft doesn’t recommend. Windows 11 offers you many ways...

Review ESET Parental Control: Protecting your children on Android!

review
Codrut Neagu
11.03.2022

The children of today use smartphones and tablets to browse the internet, play games, access all kinds of apps and even chat online. They have access to an entire, albeit virtual, new world. Unfortunately, this also makes them susceptible to stumble upon inappropriate content for...

How to use the Microsoft Store in Windows without a Microsoft account

tutorial
Tudor Dan
25.01.2022

Back when Windows 10 was released, Microsoft used to force users to sign into their Microsoft accounts before they could download and install apps and games from the Microsoft Store. Luckily, that is a thing of the past. Do you want to download apps from...

How to install and use Windows 11 with a local account

tutorial
Ciprian Adrian Rusen
15.11.2021

Do you have Windows 10 Home, and you want to use it without a Microsoft account? Do you want to install Windows 11 (Home or Pro) using a local account? Luckily, you can do these things, even though Microsoft makes things too complicated. Our guide...

7 ways in which ASUS Parental Controls protect your children

misc
Ciprian Adrian Rusen
01.11.2021

All manufacturers of consumer wireless routers and mesh Wi-Fi systems brag about offering some form of parental controls on their products. However, most approaches are very dated and inefficient. As a result, very few vendors provide truly useful parental controls on their routers, and ASUS...

7 ways to lock a Windows 11 PC

tutorial
Diana Ann Roe
26.10.2021

If you want to make sure others can’t access your data when you step away from your PC, it’s a good idea to learn how to lock the screen in Windows 11. This also saves battery while keeping your Windows session active in the background,...

How to remove an account from Windows (7 ways)

tutorial
Codrut Neagu
20.10.2021

Do you need to delete a user account from your Windows 11 or Windows 10 computer or device? Maybe a specific user became corrupted, or perhaps you want to block someone’s access to your PC. Well, regardless of whether you want to remove a Microsoft...

How to face unlock Windows 11 with Windows Hello

tutorial
Tudor Dan
20.10.2021

Unlocking your device using face recognition is a super-easy way of accessing your tablet, laptop, or PC. With Windows Hello Face, Microsoft has refined this type of authentication and has enhanced its security. This article explains what Windows Hello Face is and how to enable...

How to switch to a Windows 11 local account from a Microsoft one

tutorial
Codrut Neagu
15.10.2021

Windows 11, just like Windows 10, wants you to use a Microsoft account on your computers and devices. It’s true that such accounts come with certain advantages like synchronization and built-in support for a wide range of Microsoft services. However, it also means that you...

6 ways to sign out of Windows 11

tutorial
Tudor Dan
28.09.2021

Signing out of Windows is useful when you need to sign in with another user, apply various settings, and even troubleshoot applications. As opposed to switching users, this action completely shuts down all processes associated with the current user, freeing up resources and preparing Windows...

How do I reset my Microsoft account password?

tutorial
Codrut Neagu
30.07.2021

If you are using Windows 10, Windows 11, Outlook, Microsoft 365, Xbox, Azure, or most of the other products and services offered by Microsoft, it’s almost a given that you also own a Microsoft account for logging in. You might call it your email account,...

How to change or remove the SIM PIN code on Android

tutorial
Diana Ann Roe
06.05.2021

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...

Microsoft Authenticator on Android: Sign into an MS account

tutorial
Diana Ann Roe
09.03.2021

Did you know you can get into your Microsoft account without inserting a password? The Microsoft Authenticator app lets you enable two-step verification for your Microsoft account. You can then use your Android smartphone or tablet to approve or deny sign-in requests. Read our guide...

How to change the Microsoft password: 2 different ways

tutorial
Diana Ann Roe
03.03.2021

Besides logging into Windows 10 PCs, you also use your Microsoft account password to connect on Xbox, Skype, Outlook, and OneDrive. Therefore, it’s a good idea to regularly change the Microsoft password in order to keep your data safe. If you suspect someone has gained...

How to set up Parental Controls on an ASUS router

tutorial
Ciprian Adrian Rusen
25.02.2021

Are you working a lot, and your children are stuck attending classes from home? Do you need help making sure that they don’t access inappropriate content online while you work and can’t monitor their activity? If you need easy-to-use parental controls for all your home...

How to control your child's internet time on your ASUS router

tutorial
Ciprian Adrian Rusen
23.02.2021

Many families are now spending a lot of time at home, and children are spending considerably more time online than a couple of years ago. If you are a concerned parent who wants to make sure that his child doesn’t spend unhealthy amounts of time...

How to create a phone wallpaper with Galaxy AI on a Samsung Galaxy S23

tutorial
Ciprian Adrian Rusen
12.04.2024

When I went to the Samsung Galaxy S24 launch event, I loved the demos of the Galaxy AI features and wished I could use them on my Samsung Galaxy S23 smartphone. Fortunately, Samsung has recently released the One UI 6.1...

How to setup Dynamic Lighting on Razer gaming accessories

tutorial
Codrut Neagu
11.04.2024

Dynamic Lighting is a feature introduced in Windows 11’s 2023 Update (23H2), allowing us to control RGB lighting effects on compatible devices directly from the operating system’s settings. This feature makes it easier to customize lighting effects on a variety...

17 differences between iPhones and Android smartphones

misc
Codrut Neagu
08.04.2024

Which are better: iPhones or Android smartphones? The debate never ends, and most people choose to be either iOS or Android fans, no matter what. I’ve owned several iPhones and at least ten Android smartphones in the last decade, and...

Samsung Galaxy A55 review: Do minor upgrades make for a better phone?

review
Codrut Neagu
09.04.2024

The smartphone mid-range sector has become very competitive in recent years, and Samsung managed to be one of the main players in this market too, with its Galaxy A5x line-up. However, in 2024, the competition is tougher than ever and...

Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro review: Everything big and then some!

review
Codrut Neagu
05.04.2024

Having the right keyboard can make all the difference when playing your favorite games. Enter the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro — the latest evolution in Razer’s renowned BlackWidow series. This isn't just any keyboard; it is a high-end product equipped...

realme 12 Pro review: Elegant phone with potential for photography

review
Codrut Neagu
20.03.2024

Last year, I reviewed realme’s 11 Pro and Pro+ Android smartphones, which impressed me with what they offered for their price range. As 2024 ushered in a fresh lineup from the same brand, I was able to test the brand-new...