You Can Defrag Your Hard Drive In Windows 11. Here's How
As files become increasingly fragmented on a hard drive, the machine's overall performance can take a hit. That's where Windows' defragging comes in.
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Here's How To Use Discord On The PS5
Discord and PlayStation are finally rolling out Discord Voice integration to PS5 consoles via beta. Here's how to sign up for the program and use Discord Voice.
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How To Encrypt A Hard Drive On Windows, And Why You Might Need To
Whether it's an old hard drive fished out of the trash, or your computer gets stolen, encrypting your drive on Windows can help protect your sensitive data.
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How To Fix A Missing Safari Icon On iPhone Or iPad
There are a couple reasons why your Safari app may be missing from your iPhone/iPad app list, but luckily, it should be particularly easy to bring it back.
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Here's How To Hide Apps On Your Samsung Galaxy
Whether you want to keep work apps separate from personal apps or you want to keep your online dating apps locked away from snoops, Samsung has some options.
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How To Choose The Best Android Phone For Your Budget (2023)
There are so many Android phones available, it can be hard to figure out which one to buy. Our helpful guide can get you pointed in the right direction.
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Why Google Chrome Is Defaulting To Bing Search And How To Fix It
Google Chrome usually uses its own search engine, but you may find yourself getting results from Bing. We'll tell you why that's happening, and how to fix it.
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How To Retrieve Deleted Files From iCloud
If you delete something on iCloud, you have a 30-day window to restore it. After 30 days, the file is gone forever.
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How To Force Reset An Apple Watch If It's Not Responding
If your Apple Watch is having problems or you'd just like to wipe it clean and start over again, it's easy to do. Get your watch back to the factory defaults.
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What Does Clearing Cookies On iPhone Actually Do?
Sometimes cookies are good, and sometimes they're bad. You can clear out your cookies in Safari on your iPhone at any time, but what does that actually do?
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How To Access And Use The Privacy Dashboard On Your Android Phone
Sandboxing is designed to keep your device secure and your sensitive data private, and Privacy Dashboard offers a detailed overview of Android permissions.
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How To Activate Windows 10 Or Windows 11
Windows remains functional without activation, but you'll be locked out of personalization and other non-essential features until it's addressed.
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The Reason Why The Apple Watch Has A Red Flashlight Feature
The Apple Watch doesn't have an LED, but it can still function as a flashlight by displaying white or red light on its screen. Why a red flashlight, though?
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The Reason Why The iPad Still Doesn't Come With A Calculator App
iPadOS 17 has arrived, yet Apple's tablet still lacks a native calculator app, forcing iPad owners to install third-party options. Here's why.
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How To Sync Up Multi-Room Music On Apple HomePod Minis
Setting up HomePod Minis for a smart home audio system is pretty straightforward, and can quickly enhance any music, podcast, or audiobook listening at home.
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How To Install The Android APK On Windows Or Mac
Microsoft Windows 11 provides native support for running Android apps, but installing and running APK files on a Mac is much less streamlined.
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Why Your Samsung Galaxy Camera Isn't Working, And How To Fix It
Camera issues on your Galaxy device can be a hassle to diagnose, but there are steps to resolve the most common software issues to get you back to shooting.
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This Is The Most Expensive Graphics Card In The World
Graphics cards and GPUs are in demand by gamers and for use in AI applications. We have all the details on the most expensive GPU we could find.
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How To Take Incredible Astrophotography Pictures With Your iPhone
Paired with a stabilizing device and some tricks, your iPhone 14 could help you take stunning night sky photos.
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How To Enable Noise Canceling On Bose Headphones
Bose noise cancelling headphones let you enable noise cancellation without enveloping you in an audio cocoon.
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How To Make Custom App Icons On Android Phones
It's easy to install or even create custom icons for your Android phone. We'll show you how and recommend some great icon packs to go along with it.
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What To Do If Your Android Phone Has Been Hacked
Mobile devices are a huge part of our lives today. Here's what to do if you suspect someone or something is up to no good on your Android device.
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How To Open The SIM Card Slot On Your Android Phone Without The Ejector Tool
Need to access your Android device's SIM tray but can't find the ejector tool that came in the box? All hope is not lost. There are a few things you can try.
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How To Change Your Signature In Outlook, And Why You Should
Your email signature is your chance to leave a lasting impression at the end of an email you send. We'll show you how to let Outlook do the hard work for you.
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The Easiest Way To Set Up A Guest Wi-Fi Network
Setting up a guest Wi-Fi network is a great way to offer internet connectivity to friends and family while keeping your devices safe. Here's how to do it.
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The Easiest Way To Transfer Data To Your New Samsung Galaxy
Samsung's Smart Switch Mobile allows seamless data transfer from Samsung to Samsung, Android to Samsung, and iPhone to Samsung devices.
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Photoshop Keyboard Shortcuts You Should Know On Mac
Adobe Photoshop offers its designers an extremely advanced user experience, complete with an intense list of shortcuts and tricks.
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