Use Nearby Sharing in Windows 10/11 to Quickly Transfer Files Between PCs
Difficulty: Beginner | Time Required: 10 minutes
Nearby Sharing is a fast, built-in way to send files, photos, and links between nearby Windows PCs without setting up email, a USB drive, or cloud storage. It works over...
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If the Connect app seems to have vanished on your Windows 11 PC, it hasn’t—Microsoft simply moved it behind an optional component called Wireless Display. Reinstalling it takes just a few clicks, and with the right settings and drivers, your computer can again act as a Miracast receiver for...
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If your Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter (MWDA) is misbehaving—no sound, choppy video, failed pairing, or a frozen second screen—you’re far from alone. These tiny HDMI + USB dongles rely on a fragile dance of Wi‑Fi Direct, graphics drivers and HDMI/USB power; when one partner stumbles, the...
Windows 11’s relentless evolution continues to redefine digital convenience, and the latest refinement could soon transform how millions interact with their devices every day: seamless Android screen mirroring, launched straight from the Start menu. For anyone entrenched in both Windows and...
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Microsoft's ongoing evolution of Windows 11 continues to draw attention, particularly with the introduction of new features designed to streamline device setup and management. Of notable interest is the recent appearance of a wireless PC-to-PC transfer tool within the Windows Backup app...
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If you're tired of straining your eyes on your laptop's small screen or frustrated with your cramped keyboard, you're not alone. Many Windows 11 users are discovering the liberating potential of wirelessly projecting their device's screen to larger displays. Let's dive into the thrilling world...
Microsoft has released the August Update for Windows 8.1, formerly anticipated as Windows 8.1 Update 2. The main changes include precision touchpad improvements, out-of-date ActiveX control blocking in IE, Miracast Receive capability, and minimizing login prompts for SharePoint Online...
Fixes an issue in which the "Play To" feature does not work on a computer that is running Windows 7. This issue occurs when you have two network adapters on different subnets or when you enable Wi-Fi Direct concurrent mode on the computer.
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Fixes an issue in which the "Play To" feature does not work on a computer that is running Windows 7. This issue occurs when you have two network adapters on different subnets or when you enable the Wi-Fi Direct concurrent mode on the computer.
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