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How to Disable Bing in the Windows 10 Start Menu

Tired of those web searches in the Start menu? Here's how to get rid of them.

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How to Access Your Linux (WSL) Files in Windows 10

Windows 10 lets you access your Linux (WSL) files from a special path in File Explorer.

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How to Make Your Windows 11 PC Never Go To Sleep

Give your PC a 24-hour work day.

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How to Block App Installation on Windows PCs

It's one way of avoiding malware and keeping your PC secure.

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How to Wipe a Drive on Windows 10 or Windows 11

Windows can securely erase your drives, no third-party software necessary.

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6 Important Elements for Gaming Setups (That Aren’t Your PC)

Doesn't matter if you play casually or are a hardcore gamer, optimizing your setup can help you win more—and have more fun

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How to Format USB Drives Larger Than 32GB With FAT32 on Windows

FAT32 supports drives larger than 32 gigabytes, but the Windows format tool doesn't let you do it.

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6 Computer Noises You Should Never Ignore

Your computer is not meant to go bump in the night

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How to Boot Into Safe Mode on Windows 11

Help troubleshoot and recover from errors using this special mode.

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Windows Task Manager: The Complete Guide

Here's a 5500+ word guide explaining each and every feature and technical term in Windows 10's Task Manager

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Where to Download the Windows 8 and Windows 10 ISO

You can also download Windows 8.1 ISOs!

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Do I Need a New Motherboard? 7 Things to Consider

On the market for new PC parts? Better make sure your current motherboard is up for the task!

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How to Remap Any Key or Shortcut on Windows 10

Swapping the keycaps between keys doesn't count as "Remapping."

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How to Uninstall an Application on Windows 11

If you uninstall an app in the woods, does it make a sound?

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How to Install a DEB File in Linux

Not to be confused with an EXE file.

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How to Turn Your Windows PC Into a Wi-Fi Hotspot

Got spotty Wi-Fi at your desk but a blazing fast Ethernet connection? No problem.

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How to Make Windows Show File Extensions

Windows really shouldn't hide them.

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