By default, your PC is put to sleep when you close the lid, which isn’t ideal if you want your laptop out of sight while it’s docked on your workspace. Here’s how to change that setting. It’s hard to imagine a world in which you can’t fold up your computer, stuff it in a bag, …
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There’s an easy way to recover disk space from greedy Windows apps. I frequently install and uninstall large applications for testing photo and video software, so disk space is something I watch actively. I’m sure the same holds true for gamers or other people who like trying out the latest programs. But I find that …
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With the Windows Storage Spaces tool, you can pair your hard drives together to consolidate data and add redundancies to all your drives. Here’s how to get started. I have built up a rather large collection of movies and TV shows that I’ve ripped from Blu-ray discs. Every few years, I find I need a …
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Why grapple with passwords and PINs to sign into Windows when you can more easily turn to facial or fingerprint recognition? When signing into Windows, a password is the default option. But remembering a strong and complex password can be a hassle. Instead, try biometric technologies through the Windows Hello feature in Windows 10 and …
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If your Windows 10 or Windows 11 PC is struggling, it might be time to restore the computer to its out-of-the-box settings. If your Windows machine is acting up, running Microsoft’s Refresh Windows tool or uninstalling a recent update might do the trick. You can even run your own diagnostic tests to make sure your …
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Part 3 It is time for the 3rd and final installment of Vintage IT Services Windows 10 Tips and Tricks. Below are a few more tips that may prove useful as you work in Windows 10. Uninstall a Program 1. Right-click the Start button. 2. Click “Programs & Features.” 3. Choose the program to uninstall. Edit Your …
Part 2 It is time for the 2nd installment of Vintage IT Services Windows 10 Tips and Tricks. Below are a few more tips that may prove useful as you work in Windows 10. Disable automatic restarts 1. Click the Start button. 2. Click Settings. 3. Click “Update & Security.” 4. Click “Windows update.” 5. Click “Advanced …
Part 1 Windows 10 has been officially released for over 2 years and many companies are now beginning to use it on their business workstations. Because of this, we felt it would be helpful to share some of the tips and tricks that we have learned while supporting our clients. Change the Taskbar Color 1. Right-click …
