Saturday, September 7, 2024

MS_Tips Tricks & Info_2024SEP10

 


Microsoft Tips, Tricks & Info


2024SEP10


Table of Contents / Source:

If You Use OneDrive, Don't Overlook These 6 Features - howtogeek.com
How to clear the cache on Windows 11 - xda-developers.com
How to Completely Remove Apps and Programs on Windows - howtogeek.com
How to Wipe a Dell Laptop - lifewire.com
How and Where to Recycle Your Old Computers and Printers for Free - cnet.com
The world's largest laptop company will help you fix your computer from home — or pay you to recycle it - thecooldown.com
How to Clean Your Laptop Without Damaging It - lifewire.com
Here's five great uses for your YubiKey - xda-developers.com
How To Format A USB Drive To FAT32 On Windows And Mac - slashgear.com
Google Announces 5 New Android Features, Including Earthquake Warnings and Improved Circle to Search - cnet.com


If You Use OneDrive, Don't Overlook These 6 Features

OneDrive is a widely popular cloud storage service, but it can do more than just save your important data. If you use OneDrive as your primary cloud storage solution, it's worth exploring these features to make the most of it.



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How to clear the cache on Windows 11

Essentially, cached files can speed up certain processes by allowing you to load those files locally without having to download them again.
But many times, cache files are no longer needed after a while, so it's a good idea to clean them up every now and then. Here's how to do that.


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How to Completely Remove Apps and Programs on Windows

Removing unneeded apps from your computer frees resources, but some don't do a good job of tidying after themselves when uninstalled. Here's how to remove any remnants they might have left behind.




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How to Wipe a Dell Laptop

Access ‘Reset This PC’ in Settings, or use the ASO menu.


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How and Where to Recycle Your Old Computers and Printers for Free

Instead of throwing away your old laptops, desktops and printers, you can do your part to ease the burden on our landfill. There are many ways you can responsibly recycle them for free and sometimes even for store credit. 
Here's what you need to know about recycling your old tech.


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The world's largest laptop company will help you fix your computer from home — or pay you to recycle it

The world's largest laptop company is rolling out new ways to make it easier to repair your devices — even from home — and it'll reward you for recycling your old tech, too.


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How to Clean Your Laptop Without Damaging It

A simple cleanup can save you a trip to the service center.



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Here's five great uses for your YubiKey

Here are some great ways to make use of your YubiKey that you might not be taking advantage of yet.


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How To Format A USB Drive To FAT32 On Windows And Mac

While most modern hard drives make use of the NTFS file system on Windows and APFS on macOS, both of which offer a wide array of features — when it comes to compatibility, FAT32 reigns supreme. 
Despite its limitations, it is the go-to format for smaller capacity USB drives, and is relied heavily upon for various applications, including firmware upgrades, or quick file transfers.


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Google Announces 5 New Android Features, Including Earthquake Warnings and Improved Circle to Search

These new features are coming to your Android phone and tablet and WearOS watch.


Further reading:

  • 5 new (and handy) Android features to look forward to this month - zdnet.com
  • Google just launched these 5 new features for your Android phone - digitaltrends.com