Yes, when you buy a new computer, it has the Windows 11 OS already installed. However, say the current Windows 10 PC you’re using meets all the necessary requirements to upgrade, why spend money for a whole new machine while Windows 11 is free? Microsoft provides a few different ways to update Windows 10 to Windows 11. If you are not ready to make the switch for the foreseeable future? There is an option to try Windows 11 for 90 days. If you are okay with the permanent upgrade, it can be as easy as updating your PC. Or else,…
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Windows 10 can be considered the best (even in 2022) PC operating system and the update becomes necessary as Microsoft is officially stopping support for Windows 7 and Windows 8. Windows 10 has a powerful Start menu, a UI that can switch between and touch & mouse-friendly modes. The Cortana digital assistant along with a host of improvements. If you are running a legitimate copy of Windows 7 or 8, you could just upgrade to Windows 10 for free. An OS upgrade takes a little time, however, not much effort or expertise is needed. This article will teach you how…
Is your Windows machine acting up? Then running Microsoft’s Refresh Windows tool or uninstalling a recent update should solve the issue. You can run diagnostic tests as well to make sure the hard disk is healthy. However, if your PC is running poorly or you plan to get rid of your current device, it may be time to reset the PC to its factory settings. No matter which OS you’re running, Windows 10 or have upgraded to Windows 11, the steps below are almost the same. This process will wipe your files as well as current settings, depending on what…
You might have built your own PC with a graphics card and processor or have updated your computer for fast speed. Or you might just want to install and activate Windows 10. Don’t worry as this article will help you activate Windows 10. The majority of the top-range laptops these days come with the Windows 11 operating system preinstalled. However, in case you’ve built your own PC with a graphics card and processor or have updated your computer, you can install and activate Windows 10. Activation of the Windows 10 operating system can be done in two ways, either by…
The Windows taskbar is a great feature as it is used for quickly accessing frequently used applications on your computer. However, few users prefer to hide it to save screen space. This article will show you how to hide the taskbar on Windows 10 and 11. How to hide Taskbar in Windows 11? You have the ability to customize the taskbar from the taskbar itself. If you wish to change multiple aspects of the taskbar at one time, you need to use Taskbar settings. First, press and hold or right-click any space on the taskbar, then click on Taskbar settings.…
What is an administrator account? An administration account lets you change security settings, install hardware and software, access all files, and make changes to other user accounts. However, if you don’t remember your password, got locked out of your computer, or if your admin rights have been accidentally revoked, you will not be able to make the changes you wish to. How to change a local user account to an administrator account from the Settings? How to Change Administrator via Control Panel? You also have the ability to change a user account type by opening Control Panel, to do so…
Windows has been a great environment for multitasking since the beginning, as it has the ability to run several applications at once and to switch between them with relative ease. However, one of the many Windows hidden features that most users are not aware of is split-screen. Split screen in Windows 10 versus Windows 11 Both Windows 10 and Windows 11 allow the option of using split screens, and both will let you use a feature known as Snap Assist. So, what is Snap Assist? Snap Assist in simple terms is a Windows feature that suggests ways for you to…
If you have an older computer, a simple keystroke at the right moment while the system is booting will get you into the BIOS. As many of us have a newer Windows computer, maybe one that came with UEFI BIOS, the BIOS can the entered even more easily. How to Enter the BIOS on Windows 11? Navigate to Settings (Win + I) > System > Recovery, then click on Restart now next to the “Advanced startup” option. As soon as this is pressed it will restart your computer. While your computer is restarting in Advanced startup mode, you have the…
AirPods can seamlessly integrate with Apple devices, using which you can listen to podcasts on your iPhone or watch your latest streaming obsession on the iPad without causing external disturbance to anyone. However, if you don’t own just Apple-made gadgets; thanks to Bluetooth, AirPods even have the ability to connect to Android devices, along with your Windows PC. How to connect AirPods to Windows? AirPods will connect to your Windows laptop via Bluetooth, so you have to make sure the functionality is turned on. To do so, navigate to Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices, then flip the…
The Windows operating system has a built-in Get Help app that will offer solutions to problems, using which you can even connect to a human support person. The Get Help app is just one of Windows’s convenient built-in support options. There are multiple ways you can find help for Windows. How to use the “Get Help” App? Windows 11 as well as Windows 10 include a Get Help application that can provide solutions to the majority of your problems. You will be able to find it in your Start menu. Click the Start button, enter “Get Help,” then click the…