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How to Customize LightDM with Themes and Backgrounds

LightDM is a simple, yet highly versatile display manager for Linux desktops. Learn how you can modify it with custom themes and backgrounds.

How to Fix Microsoft Edge Not Responding

Does the Edge browser freeze or stop working suddenly? Read on to learn what to do if Microsoft Edge is not responding.

How to Fix the Disk is Write Protected USB Error on Windows

Are you getting frustrated when seeing the error “The disk is write protected” while trying to copy files to a USB drive? Learn how to fix it.

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How to Fix “USB Device Not Recognized” Error in Windows

Did you encounter a “USB device not recognized” error in Windows? These top fixes will get your USB drive working again.

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What Causes the Video Scheduler Internal Error and How to Fix It

Getting the “Video scheduler internal” error on Windows? Learn how to fix this Blue Screen of Death using multiple methods.

9 Ways to Optimize Mouse Settings for Gaming

Wondering about the best mouse settings to boost your gameplay performance? Check out this guide to optimize your gaming mouse settings.

How to Use Launchd to Schedule Run Scripts on Mac

Discover how to make your Mac work harder for you with automation by scheduling run scripts using launchd.

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Run Your Own Pastebin with Stikked

Stikked is a lightweight yet powerful online paste manager for Linux. Learn how you can host your own Pastebin through this simple service.

How to Create a Desktop Shortcut in Windows

Shortcuts can make life easier for you on Windows. Learn how to create a Windows desktop shortcut for apps, files, folders, and more.

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How to Activate a Super Administrator Account in Windows

Windows comes with a Super administrator account that has more privileges than the normal admin account. Learn how to activate it.

How to Fix the “User Profile Service Failed the Sign-in” Error for Windows

This tutorial helps solve the “User Profile Service failed the sign-in. User profile cannot be loaded” error message on Windows.

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8 Fixes for the “Some Settings Are Managed by Your Organization” Error in Windows

Did you encounter the “Some of these settings are managed by your organization” error in Windows? Follow these solutions to fix it.

Is the Brightness Slider Not Working in Windows? Try These Fixes!

Is the brightness slider not working in Windows? Try these 5 fixes to get the brightness feature back up and running for good.

Windows Update Service Gone Missing? Here’s How to Fix It

When Windows Update Service is missing, it can be impossible to update your computer. Learn how to fix it and start updating again.

How to Set a Static IP Address on Windows

Do you need to configure a static IP address? Read more to learn how to easily set up a static IP address on your Windows PC.

How to Show Hidden Files and Folders in Windows

Whether you’ve manually hidden files, or your system automatically hid them, learn how to show hidden files in Windows.

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How to Create Your Own VPN in Linux With OpenVPN

OpenVPN is a free and open source VPN server and client setup for Linux. Learn how you can create your own VPN cluster with OpenVPN today.

Customize Your Windows Desktop With Rainmeter

Rainmeter is a Windows application that can breathe new life into your desktop. This guide shows how to install and use Rainmeter skins.

How to Easily Copy, Cut, and Paste on Windows

Wondering what the easiest way is to move your files and folders on your Windows PC? Learn how to copy and paste on Windows efficiently.

How to Fix “TPM Device Not Detected” on Windows

The “TPM device not detected” error can leave your computer vulnerable. Try these fixes to rectify the Windows error.

How to Fix the “DDE Server Window” Error Preventing Shutdown on Windows

The “DDE server window” error can pop up when you’re shutting down your Windows PC. Fortunately, there’s an easy fix.

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How to Install the Telegram Desktop App in Linux

Want to switch to Telegram for messaging in Linux? Learn how to install the Telegram Desktop app in Linux using multiple methods.

How to Fix Bootrec /Fixboot Access Is Denied Error in Windows

The “bootrec /fixboot access is denied” error can leave you feeling helpless. This guide shows quick fixes to get the command up and running.

How to Fix Winget Is Not Recognized on Windows

The Winget is not recognized error can make it hard to install apps and packages through command-line Interfaces. Learn how to fix it.

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12 of the Best Terminal Emulators for Windows

Windows doesn’t come with a great command-line interface, but this list includes some of the best terminal emulators for Windows.

How to Emulate PlayStation Games on Mac

Experience the nostalgia of classic PlayStation 1 games on your Mac with the power and convenience of emulation.

Top 5 Chromebook Emulators for Apps, Games, and More

Emulators are nifty apps that mimic other operating systems, making it a lot easier to installing apps not usually meant for Chromebooks.

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Fix “The System Cannot Find the Path Specified” Error on Windows With These 17 Solutions

Trying to open a file but keep getting the “The system cannot find the path specified” error? Learn how to solve it and open your file.

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Why Does My Wi-Fi Keep Disconnecting in Windows? Learn How to Fix It

If you’re constantly wondering why your Wi-Fi keeps disconnecting, check out our post on ideas on how to fix it.

How to Play Nintendo Switch Games on Your Mac

Our guide to playing Nintendo Switch games on your Mac explains how to set up and use the excellent Ryujinx emulator.

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How to Create A VPN in Linux with Tailscale

Tailscale is a lightweight VPN daemon and service for Linux. Learn how you can create a personal decentralized network by installing it today.

Wi-Fi Printer Not Working in Windows? Here Are Some Fixes

The reasons behind a Wi-Fi printer not working are plentiful, as are the solutions. Here are some methods you can use to fix a Wi-Fi printer not working.

How to Fix the 0x80010135 Error on Windows

Are you unable to extract .ZIP files and see the 0x80010135 error code? Learn how to fix the archive extraction error on Windows.

How to Reset the Windows Administrator Password

Need to reset your administrator password in Windows? Learn several ways to do it, whether you’re using a Microsoft or local account.

How to Fix “Local Security Authority Protection Is Off” on Windows

If the “Local Security Authority protection is off” error message has you worried, learn how to turn it back on.

Top 8 Ways to Fix “This App Has Been Blocked for Your Protection” in Windows

Check out this guide if you can’t run an app and are seeing the “This app has been blocked for your protection” error on your Windows PC.

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How to Use Windows Defender from the Command Prompt

You can use Windows Defender in Command Prompt to do basic things, like performing scans and removing or updating the virus definitions.

29 Awesome Screensavers for Windows

Changing your screensaver from time to time keeps things fresh and interesting. Here are some of the coolest desktop screensavers for Windows.

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How to Set Up and Use Voice Access Feature in Windows

Voice Access is a new Accessibility feature in the latest Windows version. Learn how to use Voice Access in Windows 11.

How to Fix the “You Do Not Have Sufficient Access to Uninstall” Error in Windows

Unable to uninstall a program on Windows? Check out our guide to fix the “You do not have sufficient access to uninstall” error.

4 Creative Things to Do With an Old Mac

Don’t trade in, sell, or give away your old Mac! Take a look at four effective ways to repurpose your aging Mac.

The Best Windows Search Alternatives You Should Use

Are you frustrated with the slow Windows search? Here are the best Windows Search alternatives to do the perfect desktop search.

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How to Remove Bing Chat Button from Microsoft Edge and Windows Search

The Bing Chat icon made its way to Edge and the Search window on Windows. Learn how to remove Bing Chat from Windows.

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6 Fixes for Touch ID Not Working on Mac

Touch ID not working as expected on your Mac? Try these powerful and effective fixes to get your Mac’s Touch ID sensor up and running again.

How to Disable TCP/IPv6 on Windows

Windows offers various ways to disable IPv6 if you ever need to do so. We walk you through the methods in this guide.

How to Fix Windows Update Error 0x80070643

Is update error 0x80070643 preventing you from installing updates on your Windows system? Try these fixes to handle it.

100% CPU Usage in Windows? Here’s How to Fix it

Even on a newer PC, it is common to see 100% CPU usage in Windows when everything freezes up. Here are several fixes for the 100% CPU usage problem.

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How to Backup Your GPG Key in Linux with paperkey

Paperkey is a simple tool that can create printable GPG private key backups in Linux. Learn how you can install and use it today.

How to Fix Thumbnails Not Showing on Windows

Picture thumbnails not showing on Windows? This tutorial shows you how to fix it when the thumbnails go missing.

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How to Undervolt Your CPU With Throttlestop in Windows

Need to reduce CPU temperature? Learn how to undervolt your CPU using Throttlestop to get cooler, safer CPU temps.