Preparing for Windows 11 Insider Preview It’s tempting to put Windows 11 on our main computers to see how it’ll run, but please don’t do that. If possible, put it on a PC that isn’t one you depend on daily or install it in a virtual machine like Hyper-V. The Windows 11 Insider Preview is not fully baked. It’s just there to let us know what to expect and for us to provide feedback....
Note: This process is for Microsoft Windows 11 users. It will not work on Apple macOS systems. Operating System: Windows 11 RAM: 8 GB (minimum) Processor: Intel Core i3 (8th Gen), AMD Ryzen 3000, or Qualcomm Snapdragon 8c CPU: x64 or ARM64 Windows Virtualization: Must be enabled Hard Drive: SSD Country & Region: United States In addition to these minimum requirements, you’ll also need to be signed up for the Windows Insider Beta Channel....
In many cases, it’s easier to load a program off a USB stick than off a CD. Useful utility applications and sometimes even entire operating systems like Linux can be booted directly from a flash drive. If you need to create a portable version of an application, here’s how. Check for a Portable Version The most useful applications usually have a portable option—you just have to know where to look....
That said, cumbersome and unnecessary section breaks can cause formatting nightmares as well as create extra steps when editing your documents. So we’re going to show you how to remove section breaks in Word in no time. Removing a Section Break in Microsoft Word for Windows and Mac If you’re a Windows or Mac OS user, deleting section breaks in MS Word is easy. You can use the same method on both operating systems, though the MS Word menu layout might be slightly different....
These drivers are subject to occasional bug fixes and feature upgrades that can improve the overall stability of your Windows PC. Unfortunately, like any man-made code, driver updates can be as problematic as the drivers they replace. You’ll need to know how to roll back a driver in Windows 10 if an update causes you issues. Why Should You Roll Back a Driver in Windows 10? New driver updates are quite common, especially for devices like graphics cards....
There are several methods you can use to back up your work emails. One of them is to save it as a PDF. If it’s a work email, you’ll need to check with your supervisor or IT department before making archives of your email just to avoid any legal ramifications. Whatever your reason, we’ll show you how to save an email as a PDF in a few easy steps....
There’s indeed a way to see all the posts that you’ve ever liked on Facebook. The site has something called Activity Log that logs each and every activity of yours on the site. One of the sections in the log is for all of your likes and reactions, and accessing it should let you find all your likes on the Facebook platform. Activity Log is accessible from both the web version and the mobile app of Facebook and so you can view all your Facebook likes regardless of what device you use....
It’s great for people who want to keep their personal and business apps and data separate, for dedicating space to specific tasks and in organizing groups of related jobs. This article will explain how to: Create a new virtual desktop.Switch between desktops.Work with apps and windows on virtual desktops.Close virtual desktop windows.Customize multiple desktops. Create a New Virtual Desktop in Windows 10 In your taskbar, look for the Task View button and click on it....
The auto-start feature has valid use cases and benefits, especially for people using the app on a dedicated work computer. If you’d rather not have Microsoft Teams popping up on your personal computer (Windows or Mac), we’ll show you how to stop Microsoft Teams from opening below. How to Stop Microsoft Teams from Opening on Windows There are multiple ways to prevent Microsoft Teams from opening automatically when you boot your Windows› computer....
Either way, if you want to turn off automatic updates on your Android device, we’ll teach you how to do that. However, you should first learn why disabling all automatic updates on your Android smartphone isn’t recommended. Why Disabling Automatic Updates on Android Isn’t Recommended Generally, it’s not recommended to turn off automatic updates on your Android device. Here are some reasons why. Security: Regular updates from the developer strengthen your smartphone’s security and privacy....
If you’re looking to record some gameplay, share it with others, or stream, NVIDIA Shadowplay can do it all. Before using this feature, there are some things you’ll want to know in order to get the most out of it. In this article you’ll learn how to download NVIDIA Shadowplay if you haven’t already, how to use it, and some pros and cons of using this free feature. Opening NVIDIA Shadowplay Even if you have a NVIDIA graphics card, it’s possible you may not have NVIDIA Shadowplay available....
Sending support technicians a Steps Recorder report can help them accurately diagnose computer malfunctions and recommend appropriate troubleshooting solutions. This tutorial covers everything you need to know about the Steps Recorder app. The Steps Recorder app was formerly known as Problem Steps Recorder (PSR) in Windows 7 and 8.1. It’s still the same app, but the interface and some features are slightly different. This tutorial focuses on using Steps Recorder in the Windows 10 and 11 operating systems....
The Look and Feel of Microsoft Word Microsoft’s recent switch from a menu interface to the Ribbon left many users of Word puzzled and confused. With no way to revert back to the menu interface, many users either opted to keep working with an older release of the word processor or look to alternatives like OpenOffice Writer. There’s no way to simulate the Ribbon in OpenOffice Writer but there are other things you can do to make Writer look and function more like Microsoft Word....
We have a guide detailing how you can fix Microsoft Store slow download issues. In this tutorial, however, we’ll walk you through 11 things to do when Microsoft Store isn’t downloading apps on your Windows 10 computer. 1. Check Internet Connection It’s impossible to navigate the Microsoft Store, let alone download apps without an active internet connection. Therefore, if your download is stuck on pending, your first port of call should be to check your PC’s internet connection....
We’ve researched the most common causes of Microsoft Teams not working so you don’t have to. In this guide, you’ll find 6 quick fixes that should get your Teams back up and running again in no time. 1. Try These Basic Fixes The first thing to do if MS Teams isn’t loading is to try these basic fixes. If they don’t work, move on to the specific problems listed below....
MobiMover is one iTunes alternative for Windows users. This free software actually works on both Windows and Mac, but is clearly aimed primarily at Windows users with no other alternative for handling their iPhone data. We decided to try this software and give you our thoughts. Clear Navigation Once you connect your phone to MobiMover, the software makes it easy to navigate and manage your content. On the left side of the screen is a navigation bar that allows you to easily choose between the various options....
For this example, we copied text from an article on the Help Desk Geek website. Highlight the text, right-click on the text, and select Copy from the popup menu. When we pasted the text into Word, the formatting from the article was preserved. Word Paste as Text Only To paste the text only when copied from an outside source, select Options from the File tab. On the Word Options dialog box, click the Advanced button in the left pane....
Back in the days, each term above usually referred to a single device that performed a single function. That is no longer true these days. Your “modem” from your ISP is probably a modem, router, switch and access point all-in-one. You don’t necessarily want an all-in-one device as I’ll explain later, though some ISPs push you that way. In this article, I’ll try to explain the concept behind each of these terms without getting too technical....
What is SmartByte Telemetry? This is a perfect example of, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Believe it or not, the SmartByte service was intended to improve your experience on the internet. SmartByte Telemetry, also known as the SmartByte Network Service, was built by Rivet Networks to give higher priority to activities that require more bandwidth through your Wi-Fi. Yes, the Rivet Networks that created Killer Wireless. Intel owns it now....
If Spotify keeps pausing and interrupts your listening experience, here’s what to do. Also, be sure to check out our YouTube channel from our sister site where we made a short video to go over the different options mentioned in the article. Turn Off Low Power Mode All mobile devices have a low power mode option that reduces background activity in order to conserve battery life. In many cases, low power mode cuts off background refresh for apps, shuts off automatic mail retrieval, and stops downloads....
