Microsoft Tips, Tricks & Info
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Resurrecting Windows 10 Systems with ChromeOS Flex
A few years ago, Google released ChromeOS Flex, which is compatible with Intel and AMD CPUs. So, you get the ease of use of ChromeOS installed on your "obsolete" Windows 10 system!
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How to Upgrade to Windows 11 from Windows 10: Step-by-Step
Upgrading from Windows 10 to Windows 11 offers a fresh look, enhanced performance, and new features for your PC. The upgrade process is free for eligible Windows 10 devices... Before starting, it’s important to check if your computer meets the minimum system requirements, as Windows 11 has stricter hardware demands than its predecessor.
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15 top Windows 11 tips everyone needs to know
These tips can help you be happier, more comfortable and more productive, making your time on even the best Windows laptops and desktops that much better.
Further reading:
- Microsoft lists seven habits of highly effective Windows 11 users - theregister.com
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Don’t pay more for Windows Pro’s features. Use these free tools instead
Some Windows Pro functions are also interesting for users of the Home edition. However, an expensive upgrade is not necessary because free programs offer the same features.
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Microsoft Windows: How to locate and remove folders
Since Windows 11 is more app-based, finding folders is more complex than in earlier versions. Additionally, once you delete these folders, they don't disappear from the system. We will show you how to clean up and find your file space using the most secure methods.
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6 Hidden Features of VLC Media Player That You Should Be Using
VLC Media Player is an excellent free and open-source media player app. In addition to letting you play your audio and video files, the app offers other useful features that you should be using. I’ll show you what those lesser-known features are.
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Microsoft 365 Will Turn Off ActiveX, Because Hackers Keep Using It
Microsoft is finally starting to turn off ActiveX in the Microsoft 365 apps, following a similar move in last year’s Office 2024 package.
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Google Messages Now Lets You Easily Stop Unwanted Texts
The options given to users are: 'Not signed up,' 'Too many messages,' 'No longer interested,' 'Spam,' or 'Other.'
Further reading:
- Google Messages is finally going to get better at handling your lengthy texts - techradar.com
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5 Android browsers that are better than Chrome (and why I prefer them)
If you're tired of the default Android browser, here are five top picks I always recommend.
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Latest Android Auto update could turn your car’s cameras into a free dash cam
Is this Android Auto's best update yet?
