Windows 11: 20 tools to help you be productive
Windows 11 is now three years old, and over the years there have been several major updates that have both added new features and changed the look and feel. It’s easy to […]
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How to change what Windows does when you plug in a flash drive
When you connect a USB stick to your computer, a notification with the title “AutoPlay” and the prompt: “Select an action for removable storage devices” appears by default. After clicking on it, […]
How to use Windows Pro’s BitLocker device encryption on any PC
Most people who use the Home Edition of Windows 10 and 11 are unlikely to be aware that their computer also comes with a Microsoft encryption tool. On many computers, it’s even […]
18 tweaks that give Windows 11 a personalized feel
More and more users are switching from previous versions to Windows 11. While upgrading is optional, if you buy a new computer, Windows 11 is increasingly becoming a given. As with previous […]
Windows gets Linux’s sudo superpower: Here’s how to turn it on
The sudo command stands for “superuser do” and is one of the most important commands to know in Unix and Linux-based operating systems. (See the most important Linux commands for beginners.) Sudo […]
14 must-know Windows 11 security and privacy settings
Once upon a time, Windows was notorious for its poor security, with frequent reports of major attacks by viruses and hackers. With the release of Windows 7, Microsoft started to get its […]
22 awesome free apps already installed on your Windows PC
When you install Windows 11, you get a wide variety of programs and apps (in the Windows world, these words get mixed up a lot, and they really mean the same thing). […]
How to update all your Windows PC’s apps with a single click
Both Windows 10 and Windows 11 have a built-in command line tool called WinGet that provides a way for you to find, install, upgrade, and remove software and updates. This tool is […]
Do I need Windows and software licenses for a virtual machine?
A virtual machine (VM) is an operating system that’s emulated within another operating system. You could run Windows within a MacBook as a virtual machine, or even Windows within Windows. Because of […]
How to take smarter screenshots in Windows 11
Whether you’re capturing a snippet of important information or a funny moment in a game, taking a screenshot is something most people do on a day-to-day basis. Taking a screenshot is relatively […]
