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Fixed: Discord Is Stuck on a Gray Screen (11 Methods)
Does your Discord app get stuck on the gray screen and won’t go past it? Your app has run into…
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FIX: “Your Device Isn’t Compatible with This Version” on Android
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How to Customize the Right-Click Context Menu in Windows 11
While many like the streamlined right-click context menu of Windows 11, some are less than pleased with the truncated menu.…
Chromebook
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Top 4 Ways to Fix Chromebook White Screen Issues
Does your Chromebook get stuck on a white screen (with or without the Chrome logo) during startup? This post will…
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Chromebook Keeps Turning Off? 9 Fixes to Try
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How to Install and Use VirtualBox on Your Chromebook
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How to Fix Speech Services by Google Waiting for Network Connection Error
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How to Turn Off Google Assistant on Various Platforms
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How to Use Latitude and Longitude in Google Maps
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How to Activate and Use Google Lens
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Linux
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How to Remove Linux from Your Chromebook
Is Linux crashing your low-end or budget Chromebook? Does running Linux apps slow your Chromebook’s performance or cause other glitches?…
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How to Run a Virtual Machine in Linux
Running a virtual machine on Linux allows you to use other operating systems and software without dual boot or partitioning…
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6 Best Linux Emulators for Windows
Linux, the open-source operating system darling, has long captivated the hearts of developers, programmers, and tech enthusiasts alike. Its versatility…
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How to Install KDE Plasma Desktop on Linux Mint
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Microsoft Office
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How to Find Circular References in Microsoft Excel
There’s no point going around in circles with your data. In Excel, any attempt to create a loop with your…
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How to Remove Headers and Footers in Word Documents
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How to Report Phishing Emails in Outlook
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Name Box in Excel: All You Need to Know
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Windows 10
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Preparing for Windows 10 End of Support: Upgrading to Windows 11
The clock is ticking for Windows 10 users! On October 14, 2025, Microsoft will end support for Windows 10, meaning…
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How to Fix a “This file does not have an app associated with it” Error on Windows
Are you trying to launch an app, game, or file but keep getting a “This file does not have an…
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How to Fix an Update Error 0x800705b4 on Windows
Both Windows 11 and Windows 10 display an update error 0x800705b4 when a system update fails to install. If this…
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How to Resolve “A JavaScript error occured in the main process” Error on Windows
If you’ve run into an “A JavaScript error occurred in the main process” notification while installing or launching an app,…
Windows 11
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How to Repair a Corrupted User Profile in Windows 11
Imagine trying to log into your Windows 11 PC only to find your desktop is gone, your files are missing,…
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Preparing for Windows 10 End of Support: Upgrading to Windows 11
The clock is ticking for Windows 10 users! On October 14, 2025, Microsoft will end support for Windows 10, meaning…
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How to Fix a “This file does not have an app associated with it” Error on Windows
Are you trying to launch an app, game, or file but keep getting a “This file does not have an…
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How to Add OneDrive to Windows File Explorer
Microsoft OneDrive is an excellent choice for backing up and syncing your files to the cloud on Windows. It integrates…
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How to Turn On Screen Savers in Windows 11
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Is 8GB RAM Good Enough for a Windows PC?
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How to Fix Spotify’s Local Files Not Showing on Windows
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How to Connect Your Chromebook to an External Monitor
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How to Enable and Use System Restore in Windows 11
System Restore creates restore points for your Windows software. If you’ve made changes to your Windows 11 PC that you…
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How to Stop Windows Update Notifications
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What Is Microsoft XPS Document Writer?
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How to Add a Heading to a Microsoft Word Document
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How to Find Your Computer’s Uptime in Windows 11
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How to Find and Calculate Mean in Microsoft Excel
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How to Draw on PowerPoint Slides During a Presentation
When you’re presenting a slideshow, you may want to highlight certain points on your slides which is a good way…