Using the Microsoft Store to Install and Run Apps

How to Install and Manage Apps from the Microsoft Store

Starting with Windows 8, Microsoft decided to standardize their operating system between desktop computers and tablets. They started releasing apps that run on both PCs and mobile devices to unify the ecosystem.… Read More
Restore the Windows 10 Style Right Click Context Menu to Windows 11

Restore the Windows 10 Style Right Click Context Menu to Windows 11

If you have been using Windows 10 for some time and then made the switch to Windows 11, you might have noticed that there are several things that are different when it… Read More
The Updated Windows Task Manager App

The Updated Windows Task Manager App

If you are a Windows power user, then you have most likely used the Task Manager tool to view running programs and processes as well as end them when they are misbehaving… Read More
Add the Quick Launch Toolbar to the Taskbar in Windows 11

Add the Quick Launch Toolbar to the Taskbar in Windows 11

As Windows progresses with newer versions, Microsoft tends to add and remove features in an effort to keep the operating system feeling fresh and modern. However, for many long-time Windows power users,… Read More
Windows Credential Manager Overview

Windows Credential Manager Overview

Credential Manager is a built-in feature that comes with modern operating systems like Windows 10 and Windows 11. It stores the private credentials for your various user accounts all in one secure… Read More
Add Commonly Accessed User Folders to the Windows 11 Start Menu

Add Commonly Accessed User Folders to the Windows 11 Start Menu

One nice feature that Microsoft added to Windows 11 is the ability to add commonly accessed folders and other items right to the Start Menu so you don’t need to have a… Read More
Making Your Programs Open Maximized (Full Screen) By Default

Making Your Programs Open Maximized (Full Screen) By Default

Most people enjoy working with applications that fill the entire screen because it makes everything easier to see and helps reduce distractions. When a program is already running you can simply click… Read More
Add a Google, Yahoo, iCloud, Outlook or Other Account to Windows 11 for Email & Calendar Access

Add a Google, Yahoo, iCloud, Outlook or Other Account to Windows 11 for Email & Calendar Access

**Update – If you are running Windows 11 25H2 or higher, there is no longer an Email & accounts section or the Mail app, so you need to do it right from… Read More
Turning Off or Changing Windows Sounds

Turning Off or Changing Windows Sounds

I’m sure you may have noticed that with most default Windows installations or when you buy a computer with Windows already installed that there are sound effects for just about everything you… Read More
Change your Windows 10 Privacy Settings

Change your Windows 10 Privacy Settings

Find out how much information Microsoft is gathering from you If you are just your average computer user you might not know too much about how so much we do on our… Read More
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