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Microsoft Surface Camera Not Working? 7 Fixes to Try
Before taking it to the repair shop
Are you having trouble using your Microsoft Surface built-in camera(s)? This tutorial covers several troubleshooting solutions for camera issues on Surface devices. Before you proceed, check that nothing is covering […]
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How to Kill a Linux Process Using a Port Number
But be very careful when doing it
Have you ever encountered a situation where you need to stop a process that’s running on a specific port on your Linux machine? You might be worried that an application […]
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How to Alphabetize a List in Microsoft Word (Windows, Mac, and Web)
Much easier than doing it manually
Have you made a list in Microsoft Word that you need to alphabetize? You don’t need to do it manually — Microsoft Office has built-in tools you can use to […]
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How to Sync a Notebook in OneNote for Windows
Always online? You don’t need to worry about losing your important notes in OneNote, but only if OneNote syncs properly. Syncing means your changes are saved online and updated across […]
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Microsoft Teams Stuck on Loading Screen? 6 Ways to Fix
Don't keep your co-workers waiting
Microsoft Teams gets stuck on the loading screen for various reasons. If you’re experiencing this problem, your app may be incompatible with your operating system version, the app’s cache files […]
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How to Check the Full Health of Your Windows PC or Laptop
No need for stethescope or medical degree
Your computer has lots of components and software that, over time, can become negatively affected by use, software bugs, outdated drivers, and more. That’s why it’s smart to regularly monitor […]
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How to Set Status Timeout in Microsoft Teams
Help manage availablity and productivity better
Microsoft Teams is a popular collaboration tool that lets you chat, call, and share files with your colleagues. What happens when you’re not available to chat, however? Rather than leave […]
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How to Update iTunes on Your Windows PC
Get new features, security, and stability
Keeping iTunes up-to-date on your Windows PC is the best way to have a seamless experience while backing up or syncing data with your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad. Newer […]
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How to Update Microsoft PowerPoint (Windows and Mac)
Get the best experience from the software
Keeping software up-to-date ensures access to new features, performance enhancements, and bug fixes. Microsoft PowerPoint is no exception to this, and it’s important to update it regularly to get the […]
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What to Do if You Forget Your Chromebook PIN or Password
Instead of smacking yourself in the head
You can’t unlock your Chromebook without a password or PIN. ChromeOS also requests your account password before changing your Chromebook’s security and privacy settings. But what happens if you forget […]
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How to Fix the “err_internet_disconnected” Error
It's not too hard to do
When you try to launch a site and your web browser displays an “err_internet_disconnected” error, your browser is facing issues connecting to the internet. This error can occur in Chrome, […]
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How to Add and Use Blind Carbon Copy (BCC) in Outlook Messages
Plus, we explain what the heck it is
Has a coworker asked you to blind carbon copy (BCC) them into an email, but you don’t know what they’re talking about? Don’t worry — you’ve come to the right […]
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How to Fix the “pr_end_of_file_error” Error in Firefox
Open all your sites without issues again
Mozilla Firefox’s “pr_end_of_file_error” error occurs when your browser has an SSL security issue. Usually, items like proxies and VPNs are the causes of this problem. You can follow a few […]
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Microsoft Surface Not Charging? 7 Ways to Fix
Try before calling up Microsoft Support
The LED on your Microsoft Surface charging connector is solid white when connected to a power source. If the LED blinks white, your power connector or charger could be damaged, […]
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How to Select Multiple or All Slides in Your PowerPoint Presentation
Musch easier to make big changes
When you’re creating a slideshow in Microsoft PowerPoint, you may want to take an action on more than one slide. We’ll show you how to select all slides in PowerPoint, […]
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How to Connect AirPods to Your Microsoft Surface
But not all features will work
AirPods work on Apple and non-Apple devices. You can connect and use AirPods on Windows devices just like regular Bluetooth headphones. This tutorial shows you how to connect AirPods to […]
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How to Turn Off Sticky Keys in Windows
In case you accidentally turned it on
Sticky Keys is a Microsoft Windows accessibility feature that makes keyboard shortcuts easier. Instead of having to press all shortcut keys at once, Sticky Keys keeps modifier keys such as […]