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Tutorials and how to guides about using gadgets, hardware, and software. Our tutorials cover all major operating systems: Windows, Android, iOS and others.

How to manually update apps and games from the Microsoft Store

How to manually update apps and games from the Microsoft Store

Tudor Dan
31.01.2022

Microsoft Store handles updating apps and games automatically, as long as they are downloaded from it, and not from other distribution channels like Steam, websites, or other third-party apps. However, sometimes there’s a delay between the release of the updates

11 ways to open Event Viewer in Windows 10 and Windows 11

11 ways to open Event Viewer in Windows 10 and Windows 11

Diana Ann Roe
31.01.2022

The Windows Event Viewer is a powerful tool that logs everything happening on your PC from the moment it starts up to shutdown. You can use it to see details about app errors, warnings generated by different system services, information

How to install Windows 11 & Windows 10 on a USB drive (Windows To Go)

How to install Windows 11 & Windows 10 on a USB drive (Windows To Go)

Codrut Neagu
27.01.2022

Did you know that you can install Windows 11 or Windows 10 on a USB drive, like a fast USB solid-state drive or a USB memory stick? Do you want to create a portable Windows To Go installation? If you

How to use the Microsoft Store in Windows without a Microsoft account

How to use the Microsoft Store in Windows without a Microsoft account

Tudor Dan
25.01.2022

Back when Windows 10 was released, Microsoft used to force users to sign into their Microsoft accounts before they could download and install apps and games from the Microsoft Store. Luckily, that is a thing of the past. Do you

How to create a System Repair disc in Windows 10 and Windows 11

How to create a System Repair disc in Windows 10 and Windows 11

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
25.01.2022

If you want to repair a malfunctioning computer with Windows 10 or Windows 11 installed, you need a USB recovery drive or a repair disc. Most people prefer using USB memory sticks to create such drives. However, if you still

How to restore the desktop icons in Windows 10 and Windows 11

How to restore the desktop icons in Windows 10 and Windows 11

Diana Ann Roe
24.01.2022

You could be wondering how to restore the desktop icons in Windows 10 or Windows 11 for several reasons. Maybe all your icons are missing from the Windows desktop, in which case showing them again can be done easily with

9 ways to open the Microsoft Store in Windows

9 ways to open the Microsoft Store in Windows

Tudor Dan
24.01.2022

Whether you’re looking for a game to play with your friends or a program to help you with your job, Microsoft Store is a great place to download or buy apps for your Windows PC or your Xbox. In this

What is the Local Group Policy Editor, and how do I use it?

What is the Local Group Policy Editor, and how do I use it?

Tudor Dan
21.01.2022

The Local Group Policy Editor is a Windows tool most often used by IT administrators to quickly change settings for computers in a network. However, the Local Group Policy Editor also lets you control many settings related to your computer

5 ways to open the Windows Defender Firewall

5 ways to open the Windows Defender Firewall

Tudor Dan
21.01.2022

As part of its built-in security suite, both Windows 11 and Windows 10 offer a powerful firewall application named Windows Defender Firewall. Whether you want to turn off the Windows Firewall or just to make sure it is running to

What is WPS? Where is the WPS button on a router?

What is WPS? Where is the WPS button on a router?

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
20.01.2022

If you have configured a wireless router on your own, you probably encountered the term WPS in its configuration menus, or you might have seen a button marked WPS on the router's back. But do you know what WPS is?

How to change Dual SIM settings on Samsung Galaxy smartphones

How to change Dual SIM settings on Samsung Galaxy smartphones

Diana Ann Roe
20.01.2022

If you’re using a Dual SIM Samsung Galaxy smartphone running Android, you should know how to change its Dual SIM settings according to your needs. You can select a preferred SIM card for mobile data and set which SIM your

How to find and change the MAC address on your iPhone (or iPad)

How to find and change the MAC address on your iPhone (or iPad)

Codrut Neagu
19.01.2022

Do you own an iPhone or an iPad and wondering what’s your MAC address and how to change it? Would you like to spoof your MAC address or, the opposite, disable MAC address randomization on your Apple mobile device? If

How to log out your devices from WhatsApp

How to log out your devices from WhatsApp

Diana Ann Roe
18.01.2022

WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging apps at the moment. You can use it on your iPhone or Android smartphone and your PC with WhatsApp Web and WhatsApp Desktop. However, there are times when it comes in handy

How to reset an app on iPhone

How to reset an app on iPhone

Codrut Neagu
17.01.2022

If you’re an iPhone user and use it daily, you might have installed more than just a few apps on it. At a certain point in time, some of them might not work as you want them to, or maybe

How to tell what Windows I have (11 ways)

How to tell what Windows I have (11 ways)

Codrut Neagu
14.01.2022

How do you tell which Windows you have? The answer to this question is not rocket science. It is not even a complicated thing to do. However, it is a question you may have to answer so that you receive

How to open the Local Group Policy Editor in Windows

How to open the Local Group Policy Editor in Windows

Tudor Dan
13.01.2022

The Local Group Policy Editor enables a power user to control a large number of settings in Windows. You can control the sign-in and shutdown processes, the features and the apps that users are allowed to access, and you can

How to set Windows and app permissions in Windows 11

How to set Windows and app permissions in Windows 11

Codrut Neagu
12.01.2022

Windows 11 includes many features and settings, and some of them can be looked upon as intrusive by privacy-concerned folks. The good news is that Windows 11 also provides us with plenty of switches and settings that let us control

6 ways to restore the original MAC address of your network card

6 ways to restore the original MAC address of your network card

Tudor Dan
11.01.2022

There are times when you might want or have to change the MAC address of your network adapter so that you can connect to certain networks. However, what do you do when you have to restore the original MAC address,

Do iPhones have NFC? How do you use NFC on an iPhone?

Do iPhones have NFC? How do you use NFC on an iPhone?

Codrut Neagu
11.01.2022

NFC is a popular technology that’s been available for more than just a couple of years. It’s used everywhere, from portable speakers to payment systems, and for all kinds of things, ranging from transferring contacts or files to pairing your

How to add or remove desktop icons (shortcuts) in Windows

How to add or remove desktop icons (shortcuts) in Windows

Diana Ann Roe
10.01.2022

While shortcuts are useful, knowing how to add and how to remove icons from your desktop helps you avoid clutter and keep everything tidy. Showing only one icon by default, Windows 10 and Windows 11 appear to encourage a “clean”