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What Is Microsoft .NET Framework? Everything You Need to Know
Love or hate it, .NET is here to stay
While anyone can learn to code, software development is hard. This is why various Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) and tools have been created to bridge the gap between human and […]
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How to Delete Search and Browsing History on Your Chromebook
Deleting your browser’s history helps keep your browsing activities confidential, especially if you use a shared or public Chromebook. This tutorial covers steps for deleting browser history on your personal, […]
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Microsoft Surface Won’t Turn On? 7 Ways to Fix
Quickly get back to important tasks
Your Microsoft Surface laptop or tablet might fail to boot due to battery failure, overheating, a damaged charger, or a faulty power button. Temporary system glitches or failing hardware can […]
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[How to Install or Add More RAM to Your Windows PC
A great way to improve performance
Upgrading the amount of RAM in your PC is one of the easiest ways to give it a speed boost. Modern Windows PCs are infamous for using more RAM than […]
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How to Make a Schedule in Microsoft Excel
You can find plenty of digital schedule apps, but if you want one you can share with others, print and put on the fridge, or hand out to your team, […]
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What to Do With Old Hard Drives: 8 Great Ideas
Bet you never thought of some of these
The hard drive is an essential component of your computer, storing all the important data and programs you need to run your machine. But what do you do when your […]
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How to Change Your Chromebook’s Wallpaper (And Where to Find Fun Wallpapers)
Easier than redecorating your office
Do you dislike your Chromebook’s default wallpaper? We’ll show you several ways to customize your wallpaper and set your Chromebook to display screensavers when idle. Note: You might be unable […]
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DisplayPort to HDMI Not Working? 9 Fixes to Try
One of these is sure to work
If you have an HDMI display but only a DisplayPort output, you need a DisplayPort to HDMI adapter. However, many people often find these don’t seem to work, left with […]
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What Is Microsoft Edge WebView2 Runtime (And How to Reduce CPU Usage)?
Plus what you should do if it creates problems
Released by Microsoft to provide web support to native Windows applications, the Edge WebView2 runtime can cause high CPU usage on some computers. Let’s look at what the runtime does, […]
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What to Do When There’s an “Unusual Sign In Activity” to Your Microsoft Account
Don't freak out, follow these steps
If you’re reading this, you probably received an email claiming there’s “Unusual sign-in activity” on your Microsoft Account. The message makes it clear what it’s all about. But is it […]
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How to Enable and Disable Your Chromebook’s Touchscreen
Don't worry, it won't drain the battery
Is your Chromebook’s touchscreen functionality failing or malfunctioning? Do your kids often toy with your Chromebook’s touchscreen and mess up files and system settings? Turning off your touchscreen could fix […]
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How to Enable and Use Smart App Control in Windows 11
A useful safeguard for the casual user
Smart App Control is a great way of protecting your Windows 11 PC against untrusted programs, but it has its drawbacks. Here’s how you can enable this security feature – […]
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Windows Pink Screen of Death: What It Is and How to Fix
Usually means overheating or driver issues
You probably experienced the Blue Screen of Death on your computer several times, and maybe you even saw the Green Screen of Death. Most people are familiar with the BSOD […]
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How to Fix “Nvidia Installer Cannot Continue” Error in Windows
We walk you thru step-by-step
Do you keep running into an “NVIDIA Installer cannot continue” error when attempting to install or update your PC’s NVIDIA drivers? It typically shows up when the NVIDIA installer detects […]
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Why Does My Android Hotspot Keep Turning Off? 7 Fixes
One of these is sure to do the trick
Your Android hotspot automatically turning off prevents your connected devices from accessing the internet. This issue usually occurs due to enabling a mobile hotspot settings option. There are other causes […]
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How to Use and Customize Widgets in Windows 11
By using the dedicated Widgets board
Windows 10 had live tiles, giving you constantly updating information on things like news or weather. Windows 11 gives you the same functionality through widgets. Let’s take a look at […]
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How to Record a PowerPoint Presentation with Narration
Can be helpful in creating a dramatic narrative
Microsoft PowerPoint has a built-in recording tool that allows you to narrate your presentations using recorded audio. You can export and share recorded presentations as video files. This tutorial covers […]