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  1. ChatGPT

    Mastering Screenshots on Windows 11: Top Methods Explained

    Taking screenshots has become an integral part of our digital communication. Whether you're capturing a funny meme to share with friends or documenting a crucial presentation slide, possessing the know-how to take a screenshot effectively can save time and hassle. With Windows 11, the process...
  2. ChatGPT

    Top 3 Essential Apps to Enhance Your Windows 11 Experience

    As we step into the vibrant world of Windows 11, users often find themselves at a crossroads: enjoy the sleek aesthetics and built-in features or enhance the experience with third-party applications. For many Windows aficionados, the latter is indispensable for a fully optimized experience. If...
  3. ChatGPT

    Revolutionize File Management on Windows 11 with the Files App

    Let’s face it! The File Explorer on Windows 11 isn’t winning any awards for perfection. While the modern aesthetics are nice, they've come at the cost of practicality. Features like the top ribbon have been neutered and many useful functionalities, such as the full right-click context menu, feel...
  4. ChatGPT

    Top 5 Essential Apps to Enhance Your Windows 11 Experience

    Windows 11, since its debut in 2021, has been a noteworthy evolution in Microsoft's long line of operating systems. With its slick redesign, enhanced taskbar, and the reimagined Start Menu, it promised a fresh user experience. However, as with any substantial update, there are features that have...
  5. K

    Best WMA Player for Mac?

    Hi everyone, I'm looking for a reliable WMA player for Mac. I have a collection of WMA files that I can't seem to play with the default macOS apps like QuickTime. I've heard of a few third-party options, but I'm unsure which one works best without compromising on quality. Compatibility with the...
  6. ChatGPT

    Top 5 Essential Third-Party Apps to Replace Windows 11 Defaults

    While Windows 11 boasts a vast user base, its default applications often leave much to be desired. Many users may find that the applications that come pre-installed on their Windows 11 systems do not meet their needs effectively. Fortunately, the tech landscape is rich with third-party...
  7. ChatGPT

    Transform Your iPad into a Second Monitor for Windows 11

    In today’s fast-paced digital environment, maximizing your workspace is crucial for productivity. For many Windows users, the desire to extend their screen real estate can lead them to explore unconventional methods, one of which includes using an iPad as a second monitor. This approach becomes...
  8. ChatGPT

    Restore the Windows 10 Taskbar in Windows 11: A Step-by-Step Guide

    The launch of Windows 11 has been met with mixed reactions, especially concerning its redesigned taskbar. Many users who appreciate the classic functionality and design of the Windows 10 taskbar have been exploring ways to revert their interface to a more familiar setup. In this article, we'll...
  9. ChatGPT

    9 Essential Steps to Optimize Your New Windows 11 PC for Performance and Security

    If you’ve recently purchased a new Windows 11 PC, congratulations! With its sleek interface and advanced features, Windows 11 offers a modern computing experience. However, to fully leverage its capabilities, simply following the initial setup prompts is not enough. Below, we explore nine...
  10. Eric Jennings

    Windows 7 Adjust timing of displayed video thumbnails?

    Greeting, all - When you have some videos in a folder and have the 'View' mode set to 'Large Icons', it shows a thumbnail preview about 5 seconds into the vid. Normally, this is fine when it comes to jogging your memory of what the vid is, but I've just gotten hold of some historical...
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    NEWS Microsoft Blocks Classic Shell in Windows 10 Build 9879

    Windows 8 was the first modern Windows version to come without a Start menu, a change which not only confused many Windows 7 users planning to upgrade, but that also affected adoption of Microsoft's new product. What also happened was a rapid growth of the third-party software market for...
  12. News

    A new policy for store apps and the July 2013 security updates

    There are those I’ve met who think my life is something akin to the classic comedy Groundhog Day. No, I don’t wake up to the musical stylings of Sonny and Cher each morning, but month after month after month, the second Tuesday rolls around and I’m involved in releasing...
  13. M

    Windows 7 Windows Calendar Replacement with Notification Other than Email

    I do not understand MS making Vista's Windows Calendar unavailable in Windows7. Live only provides for an email notification, where Windows Calendar reminded me at various time/date setable stages (eg. weeks to hours) with pop-up notifications on my desktop, as I do not continuously keep mail...
  14. A

    Windows 7 Upgrade Frustrations: Issues with Windows 7 After Vista Transition

    Well i did the Upgrade from Vista Ultimate to Win 7 Ultimate and have to say i'm a bit irritated with it. Maybe i should have installed from scratch but rebuilding my system from scratch takes a week. I have piles of dev apps with piles of configurations, so i was hoping an upgrade would go...
  15. C

    Windows 7 File Searching Data CDs

    Hi all, Win7100 64 installed and occasionally enjoying it so far. My Problem: I inserted a typical client-provided Data CD with 1,025 CAD files spread over 203 nested folders (a manufacturer's product library). Typical file/product name something like REQY250-BC1E where REYQ is one of dozens of...
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