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Howdy all, A quick question which i'm sure some bright spark on here will know the answer too. Not PC literate at all really. Desktop PC few years old, has a small SSD drive which has Windows installed automatically on it. I purchased a larger SSD drive. So, i want to exchange SSD drives and...

Turning off automatic updates in Windows 11 has become a point of interest among users as they seek to exert more control over their systems. However, it's essential to recognize the inherent risks associated with this action. Updates are critical for maintaining the security and stability of...

Changing the system product name in Windows 11 offers a unique opportunity for users to personalize their devices. Whether you’re using a desktop, laptop, or a custom-built machine, the default product name assigned by the manufacturer may not reflect the true identity of your system. This...

Windows 10 and Windows 11 are celebrated for their stability and versatility, providing users with numerous features and capabilities. However, many users often unknowingly make critical errors that can severely compromise their systems. This article outlines the seven deadliest "sins" that...

As concerns over privacy and data security continue to escalate, it becomes increasingly important for users to take proactive steps in safeguarding their digital identities on all platforms. One effective method in Windows 11 to bolster your privacy is by randomizing your MAC (Media Access...

In a significant move impacting users who have relied on Adobe Type 1 fonts, Microsoft has officially announced that Windows 11 will discontinue support for these legacy PostScript fonts. This decision comes almost eighteen months after Adobe itself marked the retirement of the PostScript Type 1...

As many users grow frustrated with Windows, the allure of exploring alternative operating systems is becoming increasingly popular. One of the top choices among these is Linux Mint 22, a user-friendly Linux distribution that aims to provide a smoother and more efficient user experience compared...

Introduction Microsoft Update Catalog is a valuable resource for Windows users seeking to obtain essential updates for their operating systems. To access these updates, enabling scripting within the website is crucial. It is necessary to adjust security settings to allow ActiveX controls and...

QB Desktop Enterprise 2024 Manufacturering and wholesale. I have 2 PC, 2 workers. .QBW file located in Onedrive folder, synced to both PC. Can both PC have the same .QBW company file open, and being edited simultaneously, through Onedrive? Is QB setup to do that? Is that safe? Should 2 PC edit a...

Is there a document that tells what keys map to the Spanish language characters when the Spanish language keyboard has been enabled in W11?

Hello, I bought a new laptop and I am trying to change the location of windows key + E. Until now I used a method with script.reg with launch.vbs : Script.reg: Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00...

My device: Gateway 2-in-1 notebook, running W11 home. Since I mainly use my notebook computer like a desktop, it is almost always plugged in to the mains. I'd like to be able to set it to stop charging at a desired level, let's say 80%, since i feel that would be better for the battery. I...

Is there a way to remove Outlook? Do I load the uninstaller for Office 2021 and if so, will it give me the choice to remove only Outlook? I take it that this also would remove remove Microsoft Mail. Thanks.

Hi Folks! I want to set remainder into windows 10 calendar e.g. for tomorrow at 12:00. Remainder will show pop-up if a computer turns on before or exactly on that hour. If I turn on computer later (12:05) pop up won't show. Remainder text will not appear! How to set remainder to show me pop ups...

Win10 64bit. I have installed notepad++ and wanted to make it the default app to open .txt files. When trying to change the default editor I am not offered notepad++, only other software I also had installed previously, but most of them are not even editors. How can I make it the default editor?

I deleted a software by deleting it's entire folder and NOT by uninstalling it from installed apps list in settings--->Apps--->Installed apps--->uninstall. But the app still shows up in this installed apps list even though it doesn't exist anymore. If I try to click on uninstall it shows windows...

Are you experiencing print spooler issues on Windows 11 and looking for a solution? Look no further! In this tutorial, we will walk you through some potential fixes for print spooler issues on Windows 11. This guide is suitable for beginner to intermediate users. Restart the print spooler...

Where can I find the power and sleep settings in windows 11? The "Power" settings under "system", with "Screen and Sleep" does nothing. I set them both to 1 minute to test them and got nothing.

I do not understand formatting with different operating systems. An example would be using a flash drive in my computer running windows 11 and formatting it at the default which is fat 32. Then I insert in either a Chromebook or a MacBook or Linux each having different operating systems. When my...

Tech Support Guy System Info Utility version 1.0.0.4 OS Version: Microsoft Windows 10 Home, 64 bit Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-6500U CPU @ 2.50GHz, Intel64 Family 6 Model 78 Stepping 3 Processor Count: 4 RAM: 8101 Mb Graphics Card: Intel(R) HD Graphics 520, 1024 Mb Hard Drives: C: 465 GB...