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How to Completely Wipe a Hard Drive on Windows
If you plan to sell or donate your hard drive, you must wipe it completely to remove personal data. This might also be necessary if you wish to use...
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8 things to do if your PC isn’t booting when you turn it on after a while
After using Windows for more than a decade, I switched to a Mac five years ago. As a result, my good 'ol gaming PC didn't get any attention for sev...
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How to Control Windows Update Settings to Avoid Forced Restarts
While Windows updates are essential for security and performance, you wouldn't want them to interrupt your workflow with unexpected restarts. Thank...
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How to lower CPU usage: 6 reliable ways to keep performance in check
Even the best CPUs out there in 2024 could fall to their knees when they're overwhelmed by either a resource-intensive task or the operating system...
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How to match CPU and motherboard
Getting the right central processing unit (CPU) and motherboard working together is vital to avoid hardware damage and system instability. AMD and ...
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6 Ways to Speed Up Your Word Document
Heavy Word documents can quickly become sluggish, especially if you have used lots of images, formatting, and tables. If you're getting close to yo...
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The Easy Way to Convert Word to Excel (and Vice-Versa)
If you're dealing with data-heavy reports or handling information in various formats, you may need to convert a Word document to an Excel spreadshe...
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9 ways to maximize your productivity in Excel
Microsoft Excel is more than just a spreadsheet tool, it's a productivity powerhouse. Whether you're crunching numbers, organizing data, or creatin...
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How to check if your computer is slowing down over time
Even the most powerful computers don't last forever—otherwise we'd all still be running the PCs we had decades ago. But trying to figure out when a...
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Customize the Start Menu to Navigate Windows 11 Better
Windows 11 offers a simplified Start Menu layout. However, it might not be the easiest to navigate right out of the box. Luckily, you can easily cu...
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The Simple Trick to Make Sure Your Home’s Wi-Fi Is as Fast as It Can Be
Your router does a vitally important job, especially if you’re working from home or video chatting. But it’s not always reliable. Blanketing your ...
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7 Quick Fixes to Boost Your Android Phone's Performance
If you're running an older Android phone, it's natural to wonder if you should go ahead and upgrade or if your device has some life left in it. It'...
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