Windows 10 Articles
ESC Key Not Working in Windows? 15 Ways to Fix
Plus how to tell if it's a hardware issue
8 Ways to Tell the Age of Your Windows Computer
Plus how to do it with Macs
How to Burn CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs in Windows 11/10
For those still rockin' a burner
How to Share Wi-Fi Network Connections in Windows 11
Plus how to set up and use a mobile hotspot
When someone asks you to share your PC’s Wi-Fi connection, what do you do? You can hand them the Wi-Fi password so they connect their device directly to the network. […]
How to Add Shortcuts to the Windows Taskbar
Get to the stuff you need faster
The taskbar in Windows 10 and 11 is always visible, giving you quick access to anything you add to it. But how do you create shortcuts to the Windows taskbar? […]
What Is the Latest Version of Windows?
Plus where you can buy it
Microsoft Windows 11’s release date to the public was October 5th, 2021. This latest version is known as “21H2”, but there have been several minor updates to Microsoft’s latest operating […]
How to Add Shortcuts to the Windows Desktop
Every single method that there is
Do you want to open apps, files, folders, and websites faster? Try creating desktop shortcuts. This tutorial shows how to do that on your Windows 10 or 11 PC. Although […]
How to Add Shortcuts to the Windows Start Menu
Works on Windows 11 or 10
The Windows Start Menu is the central area for launching applications, finding content, and performing other system activities. It has a space to “pin” frequently-used items for quick access, including […]
How to Connect Your Windows Laptop to a Mobile Hotspot
Great for cafes or surveillance vans
If your internet connection drops in and out or your service provider is down for the day, don’t worry. It’s easy to connect your laptop to a mobile hotspot and […]
How to Set Up Recurring Reminders On Windows
Better than relying on your mom
Setting up one-time reminders is easy. You can mark the date on your calendar, create an alarm, etc. But what if you want to be reminded periodically about the same […]
Do You Really Need Antivirus Software on Your Windows or Mac Computer?
Plus we answer the question for smartphones
Do you still need third-party antivirus software on modern systems? There are tradeoffs, so make sure you know what you’re getting into before clicking that download button. How Dangerous Are […]
How To Remove Default Microsoft Apps in Windows 11/10
Speed up your system, get rid of bloatware
Microsoft continues its long history of including a lot of apps we don’t need in Windows 11. It’s sometimes called bloatware. So enterprising people continue their long history of finding […]
Can’t Remove a Printer in Windows 10/11? How To Force Remove It
Without resorting to using a crowbar
Are you experiencing an issue where you can’t remove a printer from your Windows 10 or 11 PC? Chances are something is wrong with your system’s configuration. Luckily, you can […]
8 Simple Ways To Clean Up Your Windows 11/10 PC
The magical art of tidying up
To ensure your Windows 10 or 11 PC continues to run smoothly, you should clean up your PC on a regular basis. Cleaning a PC basically involves getting rid of […]
How To Fix Windows 10 Memory Leaks
A common problem with simple solutions
A Windows 10 memory leak occurs when an app you were using didn’t return the resources to your system when you finished using that app. When this happens, you can’t […]
Run Older Programs in Compatibility Mode in Windows 11/10
You don't have to downgrade to the stone age
Like any other software, the Windows operating system keeps getting updated to new versions. And while the transitions maintain program compatibility during direct upgrades, things start getting murkier across multiple […]
How to Fix Thumbnail Previews Not Showing in Windows 11/10 Explorer
Essential feature worth taking the time to fix
Thumbnail previews play an important role in helping you identify content within image and video files. However, Windows 11 and Windows 10 can stop displaying them for several reasons. Older […]
How to Assign a Static IP Address to a Windows 11/10 PC
Makes establishing a remote connection easier
Usually, your network router assigns a dynamic IP address to your devices, including your Windows 10 and 11 PCs. If you need a static IP address for your PC, you […]
How to Change the Default Web Browser in Windows 11/10
Trickier than it really should be
Although Microsoft’s Chromium-powered Edge browser is a significant step up from its older EdgeHTML counterpart on Windows, third-party alternatives—such as Chrome and Opera—continue to overshadow it in terms of polish […]
How to Boot to Windows 11/10 System Recovery Options
There are several different ways to do it
Whenever you experience moderate to severe issues in Windows 11 or Windows 10, you can rely on the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) to fix them. It provides several recovery options […]