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How to fix a touchpad that’s not working in Windows 11
If your touchpad isn't working, here are some things you can do to troubleshoot it.
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How to build your own air quality meter with a Raspberry Pi and CO2 sensor
In winter, it’s important to ventilate living and working spaces regularly. Here’s how to make a homemade measuring station on the Raspberry Pi to know when to do it.
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Create a system restore point as an insurance policy against corruption
You can create a system restore point and return Windows back to it in the case something goes wrong.
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Windows search not finding your PDF text? Here's how to fix it
The Windows search function is also able to include the content of PDF files in its index. Unfortunately, the subsequent search does not always work reliably.
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Share your calendar in Outlook to cut down on scheduling emails
Instead of going back and forth over email about your availability, you can simply share your calendar in Microsoft Outlook.
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How to digitize VHS tapes the cheap way
A guide to digitizing VHS tapes using a USB capture card and OBS.
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Use Microsoft Excel data types to save unnecessary typing
You can use Microsoft Excel data types to save you manually typing out stats.
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How to set up your new computer the right way
Set up your new Windows computer the right way by performing these crucial tasks.
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From media centers to Kali Linux: How to dual boot on Raspberry Pi
A Raspberry Pi multiboot lets you pick Raspberry Pi OS, Ubuntu, or MX Linux at startup without changing SD cards.
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Two free websites I actually use to work faster on my PC
Here we show you two practical and helpful websites to make your life easier.
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Meet Upscayl: This free AI tool turns blurry photos into high-detail images
Upscayl uses AI technology to scale images to a larger format. The open source tool adds sharpness and brings details to light. There are several modes and models to choose from.
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Your USB-C cables aren't broken. This $14 tester shows what's really going on
Which USB-C cable can do what? It's often not that easy to find out. A clever cable tester helps to sort cables according to their capabilities.
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Set up automatic replies in Outlook so your contacts never miss a beat
How to set up out of office replies in Microsoft Outlook.
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Social media is being slammed by deceptive AI videos. Here's how to spot them
Sora2 floods YouTube with AI videos. We show you how to recognize deepfakes.
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This Windows utility fixes errors on my hard drive
If your hard drive is getting errors, you can scan for bad sectors and try to fix them with the Check Disk Utility.
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Windows 11 tip: Open PowerShell or CMD in any folder with one click
Want to quickly execute a command in a specific folder in File Explorer? Use this handy little trick!
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Incognito mode is not enough: How to truly delete all browsing traces
Incognito mode does not protect you from being tracked. This allows you to see hidden surfing traces and remove them completely.
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What to do if your PC won’t shutdown properly
If your PC won't shutdown properly try these easy fixes.
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Should you buy PC software once or subscribe forever? Let's break it down
More and more software is being offered on a subscription basis, while the sale of individual licences is declining. This has many advantages for manufacturers. Can customers also benefit?
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How to save Word files locally by default (instead of OneDrive)
Microsoft Word presents OneDrive by default when saving new documents. One setting can make it so "This PC" shows by default.
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How to turn your Raspberry Pi into the ultimate chess trainer
Picochess is a chess program for the Raspberry Pi that you can use to carry out analyses, train openings, and master games.
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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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Your monitor's USB ports are hiding secret powers
Many modern monitors include fast USB hubs that often go unused, though they can enhance your setup.
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I added a Bluetooth toggle to Windows 11's taskbar and wish I did sooner
Here's how to make the Bluetooth icon visible on the taskbar in Windows 11.
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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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How to detect a fake SSD or flash drive before you get burned
A lot of capacity for little money? With every generation of flash data carriers, counterfeit cheat packs also come onto the market. Even renowned hard disk manufacturers are not always completely honest.
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These hardware hacks turn your gaming mouse into a whole new beast
With careful tweaks, a gaming mouse can be optimized for better precision and comfort.
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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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Is your laptop battery any good? This secret Windows tool gives hard numbers
If you want a detailed measure of your laptop's battery life, you can simply generate a battery report in Windows. Here's how.
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Level up your gaming with peripherals that make a real difference
Not every upgrade noticeably enhances gaming fun, but some hardware improvements deliver immediate impact and stay impressive over time.
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Faced with a corrupted Windows 11 app? Try this
If your Windows 11 apps won't open or are corrupted, try these fixes.
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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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Get your PC 2026-ready with these 9 key upgrades
How to get more performance out of your PC in the new year: The best upgrade tips for SSD, RAM, CPU, graphics card and more.
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How to use your security camera's 2-way audio (without being weird about it)
Being able to speak to the people on the other end of those connections is indispensable to my home security.
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Windows 11's live captions makes understanding videos so much easier
Windows live captions can help make videos easier to understand, provide useful translations, and even work offline as well.
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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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Want faster PC shutdowns? Master these Windows commands and tricks
This guide shows how to shut down Windows using shutdown.exe and PowerShell, including options for timers, restarts, hibernation, shortcuts, and remote control.
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How to turn a USB flash drive into a portable games console
Here's how to turn a USB flash drive into a portable game console for next to nothing.
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How to tell what kind of RAM you have
There are several easy ways to learn more about your system's memory.
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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 two SSDs are better than one in your PC
Most Windows PCs come with just one SSD. That may work for most people, but if you're really looking to boost your speed and free up bandwidth, then you should consider using two SSDs instead of one.
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Upgrading to Windows 11 on an old PC might be easier than you think
Even if your old PC is no longer officially suitable for Windows 11, it does not have to become electronic waste. For many PCs, an upgrade of the processor and motherboard is sufficient to continue using it with Windows 11.
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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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How to make Windows 11 look like Windows 10
Windows 11 gives Microsoft's operating system a bold new look, but you can still make it feel (mostly) familiar. Here's how.
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How to set up additional clocks in Windows 11
You can set up additional clocks in Windows 11 in just a few easy steps.
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Black Friday deal tip: Activate your credit card's cashback offers!
You can stack your bank’s cashback offers on top of store discounts for major savings—but only if you enroll in them!
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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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