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How to Configure Anti-Malware Boot-Start Driver Policy in Windows 10

Windows 10 comes with an Early Launch Anti-Malware feature that scans your drives during boot time. This shows how to configure it to allow/block a particular driver.

How to Turn Windows 10 into a Wi-Fi Mobile Hotspot

Windows 10 allows you to create a Wi-Fi hotspot and share your wireless connection with several devices. Here’s how to create it and switch it on.

How to Disable Cortana on Lock Screen in Windows 10

Cortana in Windows is enabled on the lock screen by default. If you are not using Cortanta, here’s how you can disable Cortana on the Windows lock screen.

How to Fix Missing .dll Files Error in Windows

It can be frustrating to see the missing dll files error in Windows, and it can cause an app to malfunction. Luckily, Windows has a few built-in ways to handle this issue.

5 of the Best Wi-Fi Analyzers for Windows to Find Out Which Wi-Fi Signal Is Most Reliable

Using a Wi-Fi analyzer can help you find out which signal is most reliable and fastest. Here are five of the best Wi-Fi analyzers for Windows you should check out.

How to Access Apps from the Windows 10 Lock Screen

The Ease of Access button on the Windows 10 lock screen can be repurposed to access another app. Learn how you can pin and access apps to the Windows 10 lock screen.

How to Perform a Video Screen Capture on Windows PC

Doing a screen capture is easy but what about a video screen capture? Find out how you can perform a video screen capture on a Windows PC with these free tools.

How to Fix the Wi-Fi Connected No Internet Issue in Windows

There are times when you are connected to Wi-Fi but can’t connect to the Internet. Here’s a thorough guide to resolve this issue in Windows.

How to Use Clipboard History in Windows 10

The latest Windows 10 October update comes with a new clipboard history feature. Learn how you can enable and use the clipboard history in Windows 10.

How to Improve the Recycle Bin Performance in Windows 10

The Recycle Bin has been around in Windows for a long time. What you may not know is that you can tweak the Recycle Bin settings to improve its performance.

Linux vs. Windows: An Objective Look at Both Operating Systems

Linux vs. Windows, the age-old battle of the operating systems that caused many flame wars. Let’s take an objective look at how both OSes perform against each other.

Are Automatic Windows 10 Updates Necessarily a Good Thing?

With the issues plaguing the Windows 10 update, it’s time we have another look at Windows’ automatic updates and question if they’re the best course of action.

How to Disable Video Auto Play in Microsoft Edge

It can be very annoying when a video with audio autoplays on a website. Here is how you can disable video autoplay in Microsoft Edge.

How to Uninstall Pre-Installed Apps in Windows 10 Using PowerShell

Windows 10 comes with pre-installed apps, but there’s no direct way to remove them. Luckily, you can uninstall pre-installed apps with the Powershell command.

How to Fix the Disk Signature Collision Error on Windows

A disk collision can occur when you run two or more disks with the same disk signatures together. Here’s how you can fix the disk collision error in Windows.

How to Remote Wipe Your Windows PC

None of your data is considered secured anymore once your laptop is stolen. Here are some methods you can use to remote wipe your Windows PC and make it useless.

7 Ways to Make Windows 10 Run Faster

Do you wish you could make Windows 10 run faster? Windows is notorious for slowing down with time. Here are seven tips to make your Windows 10 run faster.

How to Create a Wi-Fi History or WLAN Report in Windows 10

Are you having trouble accessing the Internet? Learn how you can get Windows 10 to create a WLAN report to diagnose your Internet connection issues.

How to Install Microsoft Store Apps on Windows 10 Remotely

Microsoft now lets you install Microsoft apps remotely on its web store. All of your your devices will need to be connected to the same Microsoft account.

The Features Being Removed and Stopped In Windows 10 in October 2018

In October 2018 Windows 10 will receive a major update. This update will remove, move, or stop development on some of the features currently within Windows 10.

5 Free and Useful AntiVirus Software for Windows

You don’t have to pay for expensive software to protect your computer. Here is some free and useful antivirus software for your Windows computer.

How to Use Multiple Monitors in Windows 10

These days it’s almost impossible to be productive on a single monitor. Learn how to set up multiple monitors in Windows 10 to maximize your productivity.

10 Ways to Customize the Taskbar in Windows

The taskbar is one of the most useful features in Windows 10. Here’s how you can further customize the taskbar’s look and feel and functionality.

How to Disable Shared Experience Feature in Windows 10

If you don’t want your Windows 10 machine to be discoverable by other devices, one way to set that is to disable the shared experience feature in Windows 10. Learn how.

How to Fix the Taskbar Not Hiding Issue in Windows 10

There are times when the taskbar doesn’t want to hide in Windows 10. If you have this issue, here are some ways for you to fix the taskbar not hiding issue.

How to Set Up a Windows Computer for Senior Citizens

Windows 10 is a tricky operating system for seniors, and it can become overly complicated. Here’s how you can set up a Windows computer for senior citizens.

Make Google The Default Search Engine for Start Menu Search in Windows 10

Windows 10 uses Bing as the default search engine in your Start menu search field. Learn how you can switch to Google as the default search engine in Windows.

Auslogics BoostSpeed Will Speed Up Your PC as Promised

If your PC is getting slower, and you have no idea what is causing this, Auslogics BoostSpeed 10 is a system optimization tool to boost your PC performance.

5 Cool Things You Never Knew You Could Do with Microsoft Paint

There are plenty of features added to Microsoft Paint in Windows 10. Here is some cool stuff you can do in MS Paint to turn it into proper image-editing software.

How to Set Up Python on Windows 10

If you are a Window user and are new to Python, learn how you can easily set up Python on Windows 10 and have it up and running in a couple of minutes.

How to Transfer Programs from One Windows PC to Another

While changing computers, you can easily move your data but not the installed programs. Here is how to transfer installed programs from one Windows PC to another.

8 Useful Commands to Manage Your Files in Command Prompt

If you prefer to use the command prompt rather than the File Explorer in Windows, these are some useful commands to manage files in the command prompt.

How to Change Windows 10 Wallpaper without Activation

If your Windows is not activated, you can’t set new wallpaper the usual way. This shows how to change wallpaper on Windows 10 without activation.

How to Configure Auto Restart Setting in Windows 10

Windows is good at auto-restarting your PC when you least expect it. Here is how you can change the auto-restart settings in Windows so you don’t get unwanted surprises.

How to Enable HDR in Windows 10

It’s only recently that Windows started supporting HDR display technology. You can now enable HDR in Windows 10 and see the improvement in color depth and accuracy.

How to Add Custom Fonts to Command Prompt in Windows 10

The Command Prompt in Windows comes with only a limited selection of fonts. This shows how you can add your favorite custom fonts to the Command Prompt.

How to Stay Safe in Windows 10 without Using an Antivirus

Antivirus is not a neccessity if you take the proper precautions. This article shows how to stay safe in Windows 10 if you choose not to get antivirus software.

How to Clear the Printer Queue in Windows 10

It can be frustrating when a document gets “stuck” in the printer queue and jams everything up. Let’s look at how to clear the printer queue in Window 10.

How to Fully Customize the Time and Date Format in Windows 10

Windows’ time and date format is pretty basic, but there is a way for you to customize it. Learn how to customize the time and date format in Windows 10.

4 Free Virtualization Software for Windows 10

Virtualization allows you to test your software in a secure environment. These are our favorite free virtualization software for Windows 10.

Start Menu Not Working in Windows 10? Here’s How to Fix It

There are times when the Start menu refuses to work and has a “Critical Error” message. Learn how to fix the Start menu not working in Windows 10 issue.

How to Play DVDs in Windows 10 for Free

DVDs are a medium on the decline, and Microsoft removed the ability to play DVDs in Windows 10. Here is a workaround to play your DVDs in Windows 10.

How to View and Delete Diagnostic Data on Windows 10

A recent update in Windows 10 has allowed users to view and delete the diagnostic data Microsoft has been collecting about your usage habits and PC hardware.

How to Reset Windows Password with iSunshare Windows Password Genius

When you lose your Windows password, you can’t easily reset it. iSunshare Windows Password Genius makes resetting your Windows password a simple task.

11 of the Best Free Windows 10 Store Apps You Should Try

The number of useful apps in the Microsoft Store has increased over the years. These are some of the best free apps you can download from Microsoft Store.

How to Turn on Dark Mode for Your Most Used Apps in Windows

Many of your favorite apps have a “dark mode” that is easy on your eyes. Find out how you can turn on dark mode for some of your most used apps in Windows.

What Windows’ “Microsoft Managed Desktop” Will (And Won’t!) Do

Microsoft is planning a new “Microsoft Managed Desktop” service. Learn more about this and find out how this new “desktop as a service” will affect you.

How to Make Windows 10 Timeline Work on FireFox and Chrome

Windows 10’s new Timeline feature is great, but it only works for Microsoft Edge. This article shows how to make the Timeline feature work on Firefox and Chrome.

How to Edit Another User’s Registry in Windows 10

If you’ve made changes to the registry, and it froze your system, here is how you can restore the registry from another user account in Windows.

How to Disable App Launch Tracking in Windows 10

Windows 10 tracks your app launch activities so as to show your most used apps in the Start menu. Here’s how to disable it and prevent Windows from tracking.