Tech Tips, Tricks and Guides


How to Insert Checkboxes in Microsoft Word
Great for creating surveys and checklists
Microsoft Word is a versatile application that you can use for more than essays and articles. Along with making a booklet and creating a flyer, you set up your own […]

How to Fix TiWorker.exe High CPU Usage in Windows
Don't worry, it is not malware
TiWorker.exe is the Windows Update Trusted Installer Worker process, a sub-process of the TrustedInstaller system utility. It’s also called the Windows Modules Installer Worker (WMI Worker), and it’s vital in […]

5 Best Ways to Fix “Operation Failed With Error 0x0000011B” in Windows
There is only one permanent solution!
A recent Windows 10 Security update is causing printers shared over the network to throw the 0x0000011B error code. The good news is that the problem is easily fixable, and […]

How to Disable Fast Startup in Windows 11/10 (And Why You Should)
Plus we also explain what it is
Did you know that a Windows 10 or 11 shutdown doesn’t really shut down your computer? That’s because of Fast Startup. Read on to learn about Fast Startup and how […]

6 Ways to Enable Google Chrome’s Dark Mode in Windows
Great for those late-night "research" binges
Google Chrome for Windows comes with native Dark Mode support. However, it’s not straightforward to activate, and you may also have trouble figuring out how it works. This tutorial will […]

13 Ways to Fix Windows 11 Not Connecting to Wi-Fi
One of these will be the lucky one
Does your Windows 11 computer have trouble connecting to a particular Wi-Fi network? Or does the problem extend to all networks? We’ll explain why that happens and what you must […]

Tips to Improve Your Windows 11 PC Battery Life
How many of these have you tried?
Laptops have become incredibly power efficient, but there are plenty of situations where you need to extend the battery life of your computer as much as possible, even if it […]

How to Create a Box Plot in Microsoft Excel
Statistical analysis has never been easier
Microsoft Excel makes it easy for you to organize, present, and analyze data using various charts. A particularly powerful chart is the box and whisker plot (also known as a […]

13 Ways to Fix Windows 11 Drag and Drop Not Working
It's an easy problem to resolve
Do you have trouble using the drag-and-drop gesture on the desktop, in File Explorer, or within a particular program? This troubleshooting guide will show you several ways to fix drag […]

What Is the Difference Between Firmware and Software?
It's not too hard to explain
Technically, Firmware is just a subset of Software, since the latter term includes each and every useful piece of code. In practice, however, the term software refers to a very […]

How to Install and View Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT) In Windows 11
For Professional or Enterprise users only
In Windows 10, you can easily download Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT) from Microsoft’s website. Things are different in Windows 11. Microsoft doesn’t provide a direct RSAT download link for […]

Instagram Filters Not Working? 12 Fixes to Try
One of these is sure to work
Instagram without filters would be like a Mcdonald’s without its Flurry machine, except in both cases, things always seem to be broken when you want them the most. Many Instagram […]

Microsoft Teams Won’t Open on Your Computer? 9 Fixes to Try
Including a list of error codes
Microsoft Teams became the go-to communication tool since Microsoft decided to discontinue Skype for Business. With abundant features, Teams proved a worthy replacement and a solid alternative to Slack. That […]

How to Fix the “ERR_CONNECTION_RESET” Error (10 Methods)
Plus we explain what causes it
The ERR_CONNECTION_RESET error appears when Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge fails to establish a connection to a website. This tutorial explains why this error occurs and shows ten ways to […]

How to Use the Microsoft .NET Framework Repair Tool (and Why)
Get your framework all patched up
The Microsoft .NET Framework helps developers build applications for Windows devices. The framework is also required to run many applications in Windows. The .NET Framework installation can get corrupted and […]

How to Fix “Virus scan failed” in Google Chrome
Just follow the methods outlined below
When Google Chrome’s “Virus scan failed” error occurs, you’ll find that you can’t continue to download your particular file. This happens for various reasons, including security-related ones. There are ways […]

Google Slides vs Microsoft PowerPoint – What Are the Differences?
We give you all the serious deets
PowerPoint has held the position of the best presentation software since 1987. It’s used by millions in schools, workplaces, and homes. But in 2012 Google Slides entered the market as […]