Microsoft Tips, Tricks & Info
2023FEB07
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Not All Windows 11 Default Settings Are Worth Keeping
Change these seven settings to optimize your computer.
Does Your GPU Usage Spike to 100 Percent on Windows? How to Fix It
Random spikes of 100 percent GPU usage can be worrying, but there are plenty of fixes for this issue on Windows.
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5 of my favorite Windows 11 hacks that will make you more productive
We spend a lot of our day multi-tasking between projects involving lots of documents, emails and spreadsheets here at Tom's Guide, and these Windows 11 tricks have helped me get more done with less stress.
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LastPass Hack-Proof: How to Up Your Security Game Instantly
It has been a couple of months since LastPass suffered what is arguably the worst data breach to ever affect the password manager industry. The way the entire scenario was handled by the company, and the lack of transparency circling the aftermath of the attack resulted in many users switching to rival services.
How to Factory Reset a MacBook, Windows Laptop or Chromebook
A full factory reset can help an older laptop run a little faster -- but it's absolutely crucial that you do it before you give a laptop away or take it to be recycled. Even if you're giving it as a gift to a friend or relative, you'll still want to clean out the laptop and give it a fresh start.
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You can’t trust Google results for software downloads right now
As thoughtfully detailed by Ars Technica, the sharp rise in malvertising is a new phenomenon, stemming from Microsoft’s improved blocking of dangerous Word macros.
Further reading:
- Stop looking for free software this way – It’s a malware trap - komando.com
- Researchers track worrying jump in ‘malvertising’ targeting Google ads - scmagazine.com
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Is Your Mouse Scroll Not Working on Windows? Try These Fixes
A common issue that many users face is when the mouse scroll stops working on Windows.
If you're experiencing a similar issue, don't fret. Below, you’ll find several tips and fixes for resolving the mouse scroll not working issue on Windows. So, let's check them out.
If you're experiencing a similar issue, don't fret. Below, you’ll find several tips and fixes for resolving the mouse scroll not working issue on Windows. So, let's check them out.
Quick tip to speed up your PC or Mac
One of the simplest ways to give a PC or Mac a boost is by clearing out some space and removing all the files you don’t need to store locally. Read on for the steps to take.
Why some of your email is disappearing
Kurt 'The CyberGuy' Knutsson shows you the quick fix to bring back missing emails.
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7 Common Android Battery Problems and How to Fix Them
Whether your phone charges too slowly or discharges too quickly, there are ways to fix it. Keep reading to find out more about the seven most common Android battery problems and how to fix them.
