What you need to install Windows 11 If you’re using Windows 10 and want to check whether your computer is compatible with Windows 11, open Settings and go to Update & Security > Windows Update. If you see a banner recommending you get the latest version of Windows, like the one in the screenshot below, your computer is compatible with Windows 11. If you don’t want to make a clean installation of Windows 11, simply click or tap Download and install, and then follow the instructions in the personalization wizard....

NOTE: This guide covers Windows PCs, Android devices, iPhones, and any computers or gadgets with a web browser. How to share OneDrive expiring links from Windows If you are using Windows 11 or Windows 10 and you have installed the OneDrive desktop app, you can share straight from File Explorer. First, open File Explorer and then go to the OneDrive folder. Find the file(s) and/or folder(s) you want to share, select, and right-click on it or them....

What is a precision touchpad? Precision touchpads are touchpads with touch-sensitive surfaces that conform to Microsoft’s criteria for precision, speed, and fluidity. Such a touchpad can detect multiple fingers and enable sophisticated gestures. For example, on a precision touchpad, you can zoom in or out with two fingers, swipe with three fingers, and tap with four fingers. These modern touchpads also come with an integrated palm rejection feature, which helps avoid unintended clicks or motions when your hand touches the touchpad....

NOTE: This guide is about opening Notepad in Windows 11 or Windows 10. If you don’t know what Notepad is and what’s its purpose, read this guide first: What is Notepad? 9 things you can use it for. And, if you don’t know what Windows version you’re using, this tutorial will give you some insight: How to tell what Windows I have (11 ways). 1. How to open Notepad using search Regardless of whether you’re using Windows 11 or Windows 10, probably the fastest way to launch Notepad is by using search....

NOTE: This guide works for computers with Windows and Linux, as long as you use Google Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, or Opera as your browser. How to post on Instagram from a PC with Google Chrome Open Google Chrome, visit instagram.com and log in with your account. Then, you need to enable Developer Tools, emulate a mobile browser, and access the tools required to post to Instagram. To do that, click the three vertical dots in the top-right corner to open the “Customize and control Google Chrome” menu....

NOTE: The methods illustrated in this tutorial require the use of an Administrator account. The basic idea is to use an account with administrator permissions to remove another account. For a list of all the accounts on your computer (including hidden ones), check out our guide on viewing all the users in Windows. 1. How to delete a user account from Windows 11 using the Settings app The Settings app offers, in our opinion, the most straightforward way to delete a user account from Windows 11....

NOTE: To create this guide, we used an iPhone 11 running on iOS 16.3.1. If you’re running a different iOS version, things might look a bit different, but the basics should remain the same. Step 1: How to add screen record on the iPhone Control Center The built-in iPhone Screen Recording feature has been around since iOS 11. In order to use it, the first step is to add it to the Control Center - luckily, you only need to do this once....

Step 1. Select the file that you want to share and start the Share wizard Open File Explorer and go to the file that you want to share. To start the sharing wizard, you have two choices: one is to click or tap on the file, then on the Share tab on the ribbon and then on the Share button. The second is to right-click (or press and hold) on the file that you want to share, and then choose Share in the contextual menu....

1. How to shut down a laptop or desktop PC running Windows 10 using its Start Menu The simplest and most basic method of closing down Windows 10 is by using the Start Menu, which is also the standard option in this operating system: Open the Start Menu by clicking or tapping the Windows button in the bottom-left corner of the screen. Then, click or tap the Power button. From the options that appear, choose Shut down to shut the device down totally....

Viewing Sync Partnerships First, you need to access the network folders synchronized by Offline Files and the Sync Center. Open the Sync Center and click on “View sync partnerships”. Now, you see a list with the partnerships that have been set so far: the network folders being synchronized and where those folders are found. Select the network folder for which you want to create a schedule and press the Schedule button....

What are Sticky Keys? Are you wondering what Sticky Keys are and what they do? It’s an accessibility feature found in both Windows 11 and Windows 10, designed to help people who have difficulty holding down two or more keys at the same time. In other words, Sticky Keys enable you to press keyboard shortcuts one key at a time instead of simultaneously. For example, to write an uppercase letter, you must hold down the SHIFT key simultaneously with the letter you want to type....

NOTE: Since December 31, 2020, Adobe stopped supporting Flash Player, and starting with January 12, 2021, the company also started blocking Flash content from running. According to the Adobe Flash Player EOL General Information Page, the company also strongly recommends you to uninstall Flash Player from your computers and devices to remove the security issues that came with having this software installed. Adobe Flash Player is blocked and officially dead....

NOTE: If you don’t know what a Windows recovery drive is and how to make one, read this guide first: How to create a USB recovery flash drive for Windows 10. Even if your computer can’t start, a Windows 10 recovery drive can help you troubleshoot problems and even reinstall Windows. How to start the recovery USB drive for Windows 10 To take advantage of the Windows 10 recovery USB drive, you first have to boot your system from the drive you created....

What is StandBy on your iPhone? The new StandBy feature in iOS 17 is what I’d call an iPhone nightstand mode. I say that because StandBy allows you to turn your iPhone into a smart display that shows useful information while you charge and place it on a side in landscape mode. When these criteria are met, your iPhone will automatically show you different widgets, photos, or clock screens. An iPhone in StandBy mode So, would you like to have your iPhone transform into a smart display whenever you put it on your nightstand?...

First things first: How to use Zoom on an iPhone with two fingers The iPhone Zoom has been around for a while, allowing you to magnify your screen’s content. Inside some apps, like browsers or the Photos app, you just need two fingers to zoom on an iPhone. Just put your fingers together on the screen and move them away from each other to zoom in. How to zoom in on iPhone using two fingers in Safari You probably guessed how to undo Zoom on an iPhone after using two fingers to magnify: pinch the screen with two fingers to zoom out and minimize the content back to how it was....

HUAWEI WATCH GT 4: Who is it good for? The HUAWEI WATCH GT 4 is a great choice for: Those who want an elegant watch at a reasonable price Fitness enthusiasts who want to track their sporting activities People who want to keep an eye on their health Users who want a smartwatch with good battery life Pros and cons There are many things to like about the HUAWEI WATCH GT 4:...

1. Activate NFC on your smartphone The first step is to activate NFC on your smartphone. If you have a smartphone with Android, unlock it and swipe from the top of the screen to see your Quick Settings. If you need to, expand them to see the NFC button and tap on it if it isn’t activated. Activate NFC on your smartphone or tablet If you need help, read: Does your Android have NFC?...

Where to Find the Settings for Quiet Hours in Windows 8.1 The settings related to Quiet Hours can be found only in PC Settings. To learn how to open PC Settings, read this article: Five Ways to Access PC Settings. Then, go to Search and apps. There are several sections available, each with its own set of settings. Click or tap Notifications. Here you will find all Windows 8.1 settings related to how Windows Store apps display notifications....

Logitech C270 HD Webcam: Who is it good for? The Logitech C270 HD Webcam is an excellent choice for: People who need a webcam for video conferencing Students who are learning from home Anyone who is looking for an affordable webcam Pros and cons There quite a few good things to say about the Logitech C270 HD Webcam: It’s a good webcam for a very affordable price It captures video at good quality in bright light Decent image quality in low light It’s simple to use and easy to install The noise-canceling microphone is excellent Thanks to its foldable stand, you can mount it both on a computer screen and flat surfaces...

The differences between AMD Ryzen 5 3600X and AMD Ryzen 5 3600 Both the AMD Ryzen 5 3600X and the Ryzen 5 3600 are impressive mid-range processors that offer incredible performance at a reasonable price. With its 4.4 GHz boost clock and 3.8 GHz base frequency, the Ryzen 5 3600X is the fastest of the two. However, the Ryzen 5 3600 sits very close to its more powerful brother, with boost and base clocks that are only 200 MHz slower....