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Outlook’s oft-forgotten Quick Steps lets me manage my email in a flash
This feature of Microsoft Outlook lets me manage my email in a fraction of the time I would normally spend.
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Bye, Windows: Which Linux distribution should I use?
There are many reasons to switch to Linux, such as security, free software, and data protection. We compare the distributions.
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From prompt to picture: Proven tips for better ChatGPT images
With AI, you don't need to be a Photoshop whiz to work with images.
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How to bypass an online account requirement and manage your data locally
More and more services require an online account, but in many cases you can do without one. We show you how you can easily manage your personal data locally and say goodbye to the cloud.
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How to get special characters using Alt key codes or the Word Symbols library
Alt key codes give you access to hundreds of special ASCII characters, from accent marks to tiny icons. We show you how to use the Alt codes and also Word's Symbol library.
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Give ordinary pictures a 'wow factor' with Google Photos' AI editing
Google Photos has long offered AI-powered editing tools. Here’s a look at what’s available and how to use them on your PC and phone.
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You should never, ever delete your spam email. Here's why
Instead of deleting spam emails, you should consider marking them, which teaches the spam filter to better recognize and catch unwanted emails.
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Why I choose Microsoft Word's Translate feature over other translators
Did you know Microsoft Word has a language translator? It's a darn good one, too.
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This free app plays music better than Windows Media Player
Foobar2000 is a lightweight media player that is an excellent alternative to Windows Media Player.
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Hacked email? How to protect your account before attackers take over
These steps will show you what to do in the event of a hacked email account and which support centers are available to you.
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3 fun, free websites that instantly cure boredom
If you're looking for websites to cure your boredom, then you should try these gems.
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How to store and share encrypted cloud backups for free
Internxt is a GDPR-compliant cloud storage with AES-256 encryption. It offers a free 1 GB plan and enables encrypted sharing of sensitive data.
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Turn your browser into a full-blown PC with Puter
Puter is a web service that provides a complete operating system with a desktop and apps that run directly in the browser.
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Google's new AI service turns into your own private tutor
AI isn’t only for cheating. With Guided Learning, Google Gemini turns into your own educational tutor.
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Beware! How AI is writing phishing emails that look real
Criminals are increasingly using AI tools to perfect their phishing emails and even attaching PC viruses.
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How to use ChatGPT to boost your writing
Become a more efficient and better writer with the help of AI.
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Is Chrome being sluggish? Tweak this setting for a quick fix
Google's Chrome browser is popular, but quickly becomes sluggish and memory-hungry with many open tabs. This can be easily improved with a quick setting's tweak.
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A beginner's guide to ChatGPT: Make AI work for you
We'll show you how to get started, what you can do, and how to make ChatGPT work for you instead of the other way round.
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Stop using these outdated Linux commands before they cause problems
Linux offers many classic commands, but some are already outdated, insecure, or are now inefficient. We show you which commands you can leave behind and which you can switch to instead.
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DOSBox: Use old software & games on a new PC
Do you still have old applications or games that are no longer supported by current Windows PCs? We'll tell you how to get your antique treasures running on Windows 11.
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7 free apps that let you paint and draw right in your browser
Ditch the brush and easel! Check out these 7 free apps that run directly in your browser.
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Two of my favorite websites to bust your boredom
These two websites can get you off the boredom train.
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This free Chrome extension kills invasive email 'tracking pixels' dead
Gmail, Outlook, and similar services often include tracking pixels in emails. The Chrome extension Trocker prevents this type of spying.
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If you have a home media collection, you need to try Kodi
Kodi is an open-source app that plays your films, music and videos.
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One simple question can stop a deepfake scammer immediately
Deepfake technology has improved so much that you could mistake an imposter for the real person. But this expert tip will catch a fraudster in the act.
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These two websites are guaranteed to cure boredom
We look at two websites guaranteed to cure boredom.
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This website animates my hand-drawn characters in seconds
If you've ever wanted to animate a hand-drawn character, this website can do it for you.
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Word and PowerPoint: How to put photos in a circle
Sometimes you want to add a circular author photo to the last page of a text or presentation. Microsoft Word and PowerPoint provide two simple ways to do it.
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I swear by this free app for adding notes to PDFs
If you're finding it hard to find a free and feature-packed PDF editor, then you need this app.
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Who's on your Wi-Fi? Here's how to see every device on your home network
Angry IP Scanner displays active devices on your LAN or Wi-Fi network, including their IP and MAC addresses.
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Discord’s new Halloween notifications suck. Here's how to turn them off
I like Halloween just fine. I dislike my apps changing my settings without asking me.
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Zoom isn't as private as you think. Here's how to lock it down
Keep your online meetings and the data shared in them more private and secure with these tips.
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Worried about hackers, viruses, and fraud? Ask yourself these 10 questions
New attacks, new security technologies, new questions: In this article, we provide answers to current problems in PC and internet security.
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Veracrypt keeps Windows Recall from snooping on files, but you can turn it off
The Windows Recall feature on Copilot PCs regularly saves screenshots for later searches. Veracrypt can stop this and increase privacy.
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Windows Defender tricks that speed up your PC without sacrificing security
Antivirus software acts as a performance brake, especially on older PCs. However, with a few tricks you can significantly reduce a program's hunger for resources.
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This app can do the one thing I wish Windows Snip could do
For screen captures that are more than just simple screenshots and videos, you need the ShareX app.
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Is that virus warning real? How to spot false alarms
When an antivirus program sounds the alarm, it always triggers a moment of shock in the user. But the warning is not always justified. Because even a virus scanner can make mistakes.
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How to use Instagram anonymously without an account
Simple tricks let you surf Instagram anonymously and see posts without logging in. Here’s everything at a glance.
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This obscure Microsoft Excel tool imports PDF data without mangling it
No more mangled formatting. This is how you should load data from a PDF into Microsoft Excel in Windows.
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Windows 10 support ends in days. Here’s how to switch to Windows 11
It's time to abandon Windows 10. Here's how to install and familiarise yourself with Windows 11.
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The Windows 11 survival guide for Windows 10 refugees
Windows 11 isn't as different from Windows 10 as it might seem at first glance. And what you can't get used to, you can often restore.
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Windows 10 dies next week. Here’s how to keep your older PC alive
On October 14, Microsoft is pulling the plug on Windows 10. Here's how to keep your PC alive when Microsoft stops releasing updates for the operating system.
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How to access your classic Outlook emails in the latest version
The new Outlook can open PST files—you just need an active Microsoft 365 subscription and the classic Outlook version.
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How to organize your browser with Firefox Tab Groups
Mozilla has added a new function to its Firefox browser that allows you to combine several tabs into groups.
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How to set up recovery methods in RoboForm
It takes just a few minutes to avoid a headache later.
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Get rid of AI results in Google Search with this Chrome extension
"Bye Bye, Google AI" strips out the AI Overviews and other annoyances from Google's search results.
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Turning scribbled notes into text on Windows is easier than I thought
You can convert your handwritten notes to text in Windows using this simple method.
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How to turn on dark mode in Microsoft Office
Just like Windows, Microsoft's Office programs offer a dark mode that is easy on the eyes in poor lighting conditions and reduces power consumption.
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How to use CCleaner to free up PC storage and boost performance
CCleaner promises less data waste, more storage space, better performance and fewer PC problems. We show you how to get the most out of this powerful tool.
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