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How to Tell if Someone Was Snooping on Your PC: 4 Ways

Suspect that your computer isn't how you left it? Think someone is checking on your computer? Learn how to tell if someone was snooping on your PC!

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How to Hide the Task View Button From the Windows 11 Taskbar

Don't want the Task View button crowding your Windows taskbar? Here's how to get rid of it.

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Why You Should Regularly Back Up Your Windows Data

Still on the fence about making regular Windows backups? These pointers will convince you to think otherwise.

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How to Reset the Winsock Catalog in Windows 10

Is your Winsock catalog acting strange? Here's how to reset it, plus some extra tricks to try if that doesn't work.

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How to Fix the “Display Driver Failed to Start” Error on Windows 10 & 11

This error message commonly plagues PC gamers trying to play graphically-intensive games. Here's how to fix it.

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How to Install Microsoft PowerToys on Windows 11

The standard Windows experience is not enough for power users. Here's how you can install Microsoft PowerToys for enhanced productivity.

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How to Fix a Black Screen of Death Error in Windows 10

What causes the black screen of death on Windows? Here's how to fix this Windows 10 error with several tips and solutions.

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6 Ways to Fix the "SSD Not Recognized" Error in Windows 10

Just bought a new SSD, but Windows 10 won't play ball? Here's how you fix the Windows 10 "SSD not recognized" error.

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How to Customize the Alt + Tab Switcher in Windows 10

You likely use the Alt + Tab switcher on a daily basis, but did you know that you can customize it on Windows 10?

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How to Resolve Windows 10 Network Stack Issues

Follow this guide to fix network stack problems on Windows 10 and get your connection back on track.

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Is Your Laptop Touchpad Not Working? Here's the Fix

Try these touchpad troubleshooting tips to get your laptop's mouse cursor working again in no time.

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How to Fix the "Problem With This Windows Installer Package" Error on Windows 10 & 11

Fix this annoying error and get installing apps again on Windows.

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What's Included in the Enhanced Windows 11 Settings App?

Microsoft has revamped the Windows 11 Settings app, but what does it do and how do you get it? Here are all the details.

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8 Ways to Check Which Intel Processor Generation You Have on Windows

Do you know what generation your Intel processor comes from? Here's how to check on Windows.

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How to Set or Reset the Default Terminal App on Windows

If you've got a new terminal app you enjoy using, or you just want to go back to the default Windows options, here's how to do it.

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How to Check if Your Storage Disk Is HDD or SSD on Windows

Don't crack open your device just yet! Here's how to check whether it's running an HDD or SSD on Windows.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Resolving USB Device Recognition Issues in Windows 10

If your Windows 10 machine struggles to make out which USB device you just plugged in, here are all the ways to fix it.

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How to Fix the “There Are No More Files” Error on Windows 10 & 11

This worrying error message can prevent you from saving files on Windows, but don't fret; it's a quick fix.

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3 Ways to Make the Windows Terminal Your Default Terminal App

There's a lot to love about the Windows Terminal, so here's how to make it the default terminal app for your PC.

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What Is Hardware-Accelerated GPU Scheduling on Windows? Here's How to Disable It

Hardware-accelerated GPU scheduling is handy, but it's not perfect by any means. Here's how to turn it off on Windows.

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