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How to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 for free

How to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 for free

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 18.04.2024
Microsoft's support for Windows 10 will end on October 14th, 2025. After that date, you have to pay a lot of money to get security updates, and you can do so only for the first three years. Therefore, if you want to avoid paying for...
How to turn off an Android phone

How to turn off an Android phone

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  • Codrut Neagu
  • 17.04.2024
Do you need to shut down your Android phone but aren’t sure how to do it? Rest easy: whether you have a Samsung Galaxy or another Android device, turning it off is a simple process as long as you know how. In this tutorial, I’ll...
7 ways to switch the user in Windows 11

7 ways to switch the user in Windows 11

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 16.04.2024
Having multiple users on a Windows 11 computer is a great way to ensure each person who uses it has a pleasant experience and keeps their files, settings, and apps separate from others. However, this leads to a problem: not everyone knows how to switch...
Windows 10 Media Creation Tool: Create Windows 10 installation media

Windows 10 Media Creation Tool: Create Windows 10 installation media

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 12.04.2024
If you want to install or reinstall Windows 10 on any device, you must create installation media, such as a bootable USB flash drive, a DVD, or an ISO file containing the Windows 10 setup. While there are various tools available for this purpose, Microsoft...
How to create a phone wallpaper with Galaxy AI on a Samsung Galaxy S23

How to create a phone wallpaper with Galaxy AI on a Samsung Galaxy S23

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 12.04.2024
When I went to the Samsung Galaxy S24 launch event, I loved the demos of the Galaxy AI features and wished I could use them on my Samsung Galaxy S23 smartphone. Fortunately, Samsung has recently released the One UI 6.1 update, based on Android 14,...
How to setup Dynamic Lighting on Razer gaming accessories

How to setup Dynamic Lighting on Razer gaming accessories

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  • Codrut Neagu
  • 11.04.2024
Dynamic Lighting is a feature introduced in Windows 11’s 2023 Update (23H2), allowing us to control RGB lighting effects on compatible devices directly from the operating system’s settings. This feature makes it easier to customize lighting effects on a variety of devices, including gaming gear...
How to take a screenshot on an iPhone

How to take a screenshot on an iPhone

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  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 11.04.2024
Figuring out how to take a screenshot on an iPhone 13, iPhone 14, or iPhone 15 is not an easy task if you’re switching from Android or even if you used an older iPhone before. Luckily, there are several options available for taking a screenshot...
8 ways to switch the user in Windows 10

8 ways to switch the user in Windows 10

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 10.04.2024
People often share their computers and devices with others. Whether your little brother or sister or one of your grandparents wants to experience the world of technology, they could cause problems with your PC or your important data because they are unfamiliar with using Windows....
How to show the desktop on a Windows 11 computer

How to show the desktop on a Windows 11 computer

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  • Codrut Neagu
  • 05.04.2024
Are you tackling a long to-do list that translates into countless windows and apps open on your Windows 11 computer? Whether it’s to locate a file, place a shortcut, or simply take a breather, at some point, you may find yourself needing to access the...
How to start Windows 11's Safe Mode with Command Prompt

How to start Windows 11's Safe Mode with Command Prompt

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  • Codrut Neagu
  • 02.04.2024
Being able to work in Safe Mode is essential when you have no other option for troubleshooting Windows 11 issues or boot failures. As Safe Mode loads only the most basic components required for the operating system to start, it can help you a lot...
How to change the keyboard language on iPhone

How to change the keyboard language on iPhone

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  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 02.04.2024
Sometimes, you need to know how to change the keyboard on an iPhone to one you’re comfortable with. Maybe you want a different iPhone keyboard layout, or you’re wondering how to add a language to the keyboard on iPhone to communicate with friends from abroad...
How to open File Explorer in Windows (12 ways)

How to open File Explorer in Windows (12 ways)

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  • Codrut Neagu
  • 01.04.2024
File Explorer is one of the most used apps in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Whether you need to open, copy, delete, or move files, there is always one thing you have to do first: open the File Explorer. So, I thought it would be...
How to schedule a text message (SMS) on Android

How to schedule a text message (SMS) on Android

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 29.03.2024
One of our readers contacted me and told me his girlfriend is traveling somewhere in Asia. Her birthday is coming soon, so he wants to schedule a romantic text message that should be sent when she wakes up. He wanted to know if this was...
How to create a Windows recovery USB drive

How to create a Windows recovery USB drive

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  • Codrut Neagu
  • 28.03.2024
When Windows crashes because of a faulty update or when it doesn’t boot correctly, you can try fixing it with a recovery USB drive. Creating a recovery drive involves plugging a USB memory stick into a working Windows computer and running the Recovery Media Creator...
How to find the Wi-Fi password on iPhone

How to find the Wi-Fi password on iPhone

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  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 26.03.2024
Ever wonder how to find the Wi-Fi password on an iPhone? Maybe you’re trying to connect a new device to your network, or perhaps you want to share the Wi-Fi password on your iPhone with a friend or colleague. Luckily, iOS saves the passwords for...
How to show the desktop on a Windows 10 computer

How to show the desktop on a Windows 10 computer

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  • Codrut Neagu
  • 25.03.2024
The desktop is the home base for many Windows 10 users, and there are several ways to access it. Even if you don’t store files and folders on it, you can switch to the desktop to quickly hide your screen’s contents. All your app windows...
How to turn off Facebook sounds on Android and iPhone

How to turn off Facebook sounds on Android and iPhone

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  • Codrut Neagu
  • 25.03.2024
Is Facebook making sounds on your smartphone that are driving you crazy? How do you turn off Facebook sounds on Android or iOS? It’s no secret that the Facebook app can be noisy, alerting you (and everyone else nearby) with every post or like. Recent...
How to turn off or change the SIM PIN on an iPhone

How to turn off or change the SIM PIN on an iPhone

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  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 22.03.2024
The SIM PIN on your iPhone provides an extra layer of security, preventing unauthorized people from using your SIM card if the device is stolen or lost. Learning how to change the SIM PIN on an iPhone is useful if you have a new SIM...