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How to switch off Windows' search history
If you open the Windows 11 search in the taskbar, you'll be bombarded by illustrated advertisements and search suggestions. They are automatically set to default, but you can easily turn them off.
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Xbox Game Pass Ultimate tip: Get 3 years of access for dirt cheap
You can save hundreds on an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription with this method. And if your timing is lucky, you'll pay even less to pull it off!
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5 ways to get a better Wi-Fi signal outside
Need a better wireless signal in your backyard or garden? Here are 5 ways to get a strong Wi-Fi signal outdoors.
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Windows 11: How to change the size of the taskbar
If you want a narrower or wider taskbar, you'll need to dive into Windows 11's registry.
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Make a detailed list of your installed programs with this free PC tool
Uninstall View's saved program lists make it easy to repopulate your PC after reinstalling Windows.
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Microsoft Windows has a secret emergency restart button
Did you know Microsoft hid an emergency restart option in Windows 10 and Windows 11? Here's where to find it.
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Make Windows easier to use: 5 helpful tips and tricks
We've got the best tips, tricks, and hidden functions to make your everyday life on a Windows PC easier.
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How to find power-hogging software with Windows Task Manager
If you're trying to salvage every last bit of battery life on your laptop, the Windows Task Manager can help you find the programs consuming the most power.
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7 Microsoft Outlook tips everyone should know
Want to become an Outlook power user? Here's how to organize emails perfectly, find information faster, optimize settings, and more.
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6 big PC hardware myths, exposed
No longer the stuff of legend, we're shedding light on the biggest myths surrounding PC hardware.
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Share your Wi-Fi password in seconds with Android QR codes
Need to share your Wi-Fi password? It's easy if you have an Android phone.
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The best virtual machine tools for Windows: Run a PC inside your PC
These are the very best VM tools you can use to set up a virtual PC in Windows 10 or 11.
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This Gmail trick reveals which companies sell your data
If you want to know which companies are selling your data use this Gmail trick. It also works with Outlook and iCloud, too.
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This free Adobe Acrobat alternative rocks for basic PDF editing
iLovePDF: A free site for PDF merge, split, sign, and editing.
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See your SSD’s health and other hidden stats with this free tool
CrystalDiskInfo is a free tool that can provide deeper insight into your SSD's health and other hidden stats. Here's how to use it.
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How to get Microsoft Office 365 for cheap
Office 365 discounts: How to get Microsoft's subscription for less.
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3 tweaks that help your laptop battery last longer
If you're trying to help your laptop's battery survive until the end of the day, these three settings tweaks help substantially.
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How to upgrade to Windows 11: Every option explained
We'll show you how to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 using several easy methods, from downloading an ISO to using Windows 10's Windows Update tool.
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Setting up a local account in Windows 11 is tricky. Here's how to do it
Turns out Microsoft didn’t truly kill off local accounts in Windows 11—and thank goodness, because you’d otherwise be out of luck if you have no internet.