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How to Convert ESD Files to ISO in Windows

Microsoft uses the ESD image file format to supply Windows upgrades, updates, and other components. Learn how to convert ESD files to ISO in Windows 10.

By Vamsi Krishna – Nov 23, 2018

Understanding and Disabling USOclient.exe in Windows 10

The USOclient.exe runs during startup to check for updates automatically. This shows how to disable the USOclient.exe so it doesn’t interfere with your login.

By Afam Onyimadu – Nov 20, 2018

How to Change, Reset and Replace File Associations in Windows 10

File associations are a vital part of a functioning Windows experience, so making sure the right file types automatically open with the right software is a must.

By Robert Zak – Nov 16, 2018

How to Troubleshoot Critical Structure Corruption in Windows 10

The “critical structure courrption” error is a common cause of the blue screen of death. If you are having this issue, this is how to troubleshoot it.

By Afam Onyimadu – Nov 15, 2018

How to Add or Remove Words to the Dictionary in Windows 10

Windows 10 comes with a dictionary where it used to detect spelling errors on your typed content. Learn how you can add words to the Windows 10 dictionary.

By Vamsi Krishna – Nov 14, 2018

How to Fix “Windows License Will Expire Soon” Error

The “Windows License will expire soon” error is an annoying one, especially if you have an activated Windows license. Here’s how you can fix it.

By Afam Onyimadu – Nov 10, 2018

How to Disable Recent Items and Frequent Places in Windows 10

By default, Windows will show a list of your recent items on the taskbar. Here’s how you can disable recent items and frequent places in Windows 10.

By Vamsi Krishna – Nov 9, 2018

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How to View SVG Thumbnails in Windows Explorer

Windows Explorer doesn’t support the viewing of SVG images by default. Find out how you can view and generate SVG thumbnails in Windows Explorer.

By Comfort Sibisi – Nov 6, 2018

Microsoft Enhances Windows Defender with Its Own Sandbox

Windows Defender comes with a new sandbox feature to prevent virus and malware from hitting the host computer. Learn how to enable sandbox in Windows Defender.

By Simon Batt – Nov 6, 2018

How to Configure Anti-Malware Boot-Start Driver Policy in Windows 10

Windows 10 comes with an Early Launch Anti-Malware feature that scans your drives during boot time. This shows how to configure it to allow/block a particular driver.

By Vamsi Krishna – Nov 5, 2018

How to Disable Cortana on Lock Screen in Windows 10

Cortana in Windows is enabled on the lock screen by default. If you are not using Cortanta, here’s how you can disable Cortana on the Windows lock screen.

By Vamsi Krishna – Nov 3, 2018

How to Fix Missing .dll Files Error in Windows

It can be frustrating to see the missing dll files error in Windows, and it can cause an app to malfunction. Luckily, Windows has a few built-in ways to handle this issue.

By Ryan Lynch – Nov 2, 2018

5 of the Best Wi-Fi Analyzers for Windows to Find Out Which Wi-Fi Signal Is Most Reliable

Using a Wi-Fi analyzer can help you find out which signal is most reliable and fastest. Here are five of the best Wi-Fi analyzers for Windows you should check out.

By Tracey Rosenberger – Nov 1, 2018

How to Access Apps from the Windows 10 Lock Screen

The Ease of Access button on the Windows 10 lock screen can be repurposed to access another app. Learn how you can pin and access apps to the Windows 10 lock screen.

By Robert Zak – Oct 31, 2018

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How to Perform a Video Screen Capture on Windows PC

Doing a screen capture is easy but what about a video screen capture? Find out how you can perform a video screen capture on a Windows PC with these free tools.

By Sayak Boral – Oct 30, 2018

How to Use Clipboard History in Windows 10

The latest Windows 10 October update comes with a new clipboard history feature. Learn how you can enable and use the clipboard history in Windows 10.

By Afam Onyimadu – Oct 26, 2018

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How to Improve the Recycle Bin Performance in Windows 10

The Recycle Bin has been around in Windows for a long time. What you may not know is that you can tweak the Recycle Bin settings to improve its performance.

By Tracey Rosenberger – Oct 24, 2018

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Linux vs. Windows: An Objective Look at Both Operating Systems

Linux vs. Windows, the age-old battle of the operating systems that caused many flame wars. Let’s take an objective look at how both OSes perform against each other.

By Matthew Muller – Oct 24, 2018

Are Automatic Windows 10 Updates Necessarily a Good Thing?

With the issues plaguing the Windows 10 update, it’s time we have another look at Windows’ automatic updates and question if they’re the best course of action.

By Simon Batt – Oct 22, 2018

How to Disable Video Auto Play in Microsoft Edge

It can be very annoying when a video with audio autoplays on a website. Here is how you can disable video autoplay in Microsoft Edge.

By Vamsi Krishna – Oct 21, 2018

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