Windows Tips – Page 6 – Technical Forum

Top 10 Gaming Laptops

As of 2021, the following are some of the top gaming laptops available on the market, in no particular order: It’s worth noting that new models are frequently released, and the market is always changing, so the top gaming laptops may have changed. What to look for when buying a gaming laptop When buying a gaming laptop, there are several factors to consider to ensure that you get the best performance and experience for your money. Some of the key things to look for include: By considering these factors, you… Read More

Who needs a VPN?

How Tos Tips & Tricks Windows Tips March 31, 2023

In today’s digital age, privacy and security have become increasingly important concerns for individuals and businesses alike. One tool that has gained popularity as a way to protect online activity is a VPN, or Virtual Private Network. But who needs a VPN? Let’s explore the answer to that question. First and foremost, anyone who values their privacy online should consider using a VPN. A VPN encrypts all internet traffic, making it difficult for others to intercept and read your data. This is especially important for those who frequently use public… Read More

Can you clear a Windows password by deleting it in the registry?

FAQ Tips & Tricks Windows Tips March 5, 2023

No, deleting entries in the registry will not clear a password. As mentioned is this FAQ entry, the password hash is stored in the registry in a hashed format. Deleting the hash from the registry will not remove the password itself, but will simply remove the ability to authenticate with that password. If you need to clear a password, the correct way to do so is to use the built-in Windows tools to reset the password or remove it entirely. For example, if you have administrative access to the computer,… Read More

How to Secure a Windows 10/11 Computer

How Tos Tips & Tricks Windows Tips March 2, 2023

Did you just unpack your newly delivered computer running the latest Windows 11? Or do you have an older computer that you are actively maintaining? While a brand-new Windows computer may have some built-in security features, it’s not entirely secure out of the box. Here are some reasons why: Therefore, it’s important to take the necessary steps to secure your Windows computer. These same procedures are applicable to older computers as they might be at risk as well. Listed below are practical steps to secure your Windows computer: These tips… Read More

What are the Top Ten Programming Languages in the World?

Tips & Tricks Windows Tips February 28, 2023

A programming language is a set of rules, instructions, and syntax used to communicate with a computer or other computing device. It allows programmers to create software, websites, and applications by providing a way to write code that can be executed by a computer. Programming languages are important in today’s technology because they provide a way for humans to communicate with machines and automate tasks. They allow programmers to create complex software systems, such as operating systems, web applications, and video games. Without programming languages, computers would be limited to… Read More

How to split a large file into several smaller files using WinRar and how to merge them back

How Tos Tips & Tricks Windows Tips July 25, 2022

Sometimes when you need to send a file to a friend or contact through email, the size of the file attachment matters. With Yahoo Mail, you are allowed to attach files not bigger than 25MB. If it is bigger, then Yahoo will prompt you to use its partner service, Dropbox.com. With Gmail and Hotmail, there are also file size limits for attachments. If you have a huge single file that you want to send through email but it is impossible to send because of the file size, there is a… Read More

How to eliminate annoying pop-up adverts in Internet Explorer, Firefox and Chrome

How Tos Tips & Tricks Windows Tips July 22, 2022

There are two (2) types of advertisements that you are viewing in various websites online. First are the legitimate ads placed in designated boxes or blocks in certain web pages. The ads are legitimate since the website owners place them to monetize their site’s traffic. This is common among blogs and other free online services like Yahoo Mail, Gmail, Hotmail and other free email providers. To get rid of these ads among these FREE email providers, you need to subscribe to their PAID version of their email service. The second… Read More

How to view hidden files, folders and drives in your Windows 7

How Tos Tips & Tricks Windows Tips July 13, 2022

By default, system files have “hidden” attributes. This is set by Windows this way for a very obvious reason – hide the file to avoid or prevent accidental deletion of the files. Users specially those with Administrator privileges or those who are members of the Administrator group can set the attribute of a certain file to “hidden” to simply hide the files. However, in troubleshooting a computer system, we normally require access to the system files which are normally set with hidden attributes. In this case, we need to modify… Read More

How to locate Normal.dotm template of Microsoft Word 2007 and 2010

How Tos MS Office Tips Windows Tips July 13, 2022

There are times when MS Word is consistently crashing or showing erratic behavior. There are also some times when you changed your global template in error and that you want to restore its default values. In this case, you need to work with MS Word’s global template, called Normal.dotm file. The template file Normal.dotm is a global template. That is, when you open MS Word 2007 or 2010, everything you see in the blank document, like the Font style and Font size, Text style and Paragraph style, are derived from… Read More