NOTE: This guide applies to all versions of Windows, from Windows 7 to Windows 10.
The problem: too many icons in the notification area After using Windows for a while, installing and uninstalling apps, you end up with a long list of icons showing up in the notification area, on the taskbar. Just look at the screenshot below. Too many icons, right? One way to get rid of them is to uninstall the apps that you do not use.
What you need to be able to provide Windows remote support with Windows Remote Assistance Windows Remote Assistance requires two parties: one who requests help via this tool and another who accepts the invitation to provide remote support. For it to work, the party receiving assistance must have Windows Remote Assistance enabled in the System Properties of his or her Windows 10 PC. If you don’t know how to do that, or if you want to double-check, you can find all the details here: How to enable Remote Desktop in Windows 10 (or Windows 7).
realme C51: Who is it good for? You should take the realme C51 smartphone into account if:
You’re looking for an affordable Android phone You’re an undemanding user, and all you want is a decent level of performance in daily activities You want a smartphone with a large battery and fast charging
Pros and cons These are the things I consider pros about the realme C51:
Attractive design Big screen that’s easy on the eyes Excellent battery life Supports fast charging, and the box includes the appropriate charger Affordable price
Unboxing the ASUS ROG GR8 II ASUS ROG GR8 II comes in a good looking box with all the visual elements that are classic to the Republic of Gamers brand. However, you don’t get a picture of this mini gaming PC or information about its hardware configuration. Inside the box you will get the mini PC itself, the power adapter (which is quite large, typical of a gaming laptop, as you can see in the picture below), the warranty, the user manual and the quick start guide.
Unboxing the ASUS PCE-AC68 Wireless Adapter The packaging for the ASUS PCE-AC68 focuses a lot on communicating the capabilities of this wireless adapter. Just by reading its box, you will learn a lot about what you are about to get from the device. The unboxing process is easy and fast. Inside the box you will find the PCI-Express card, three antennas, the magnetic antenna base, the setup disc, some manuals and a bracket.
Unboxing the ASUS RP-N14 Range Extender The packaging of the ASUS RP-N14 is simple and straightforward. It is made so that you can see the device before purchasing it and so that you can unpack it with ease. Inside the box, you will find the range extender itself, the warranty and a quick-setup manual. That’s it!
Hardware Specifications for the ASUS RP-N14 Range Extender The ASUS RP-N14 range extender is the most affordable device in ASUS’s family of range extenders.
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+: Who is it good for? This tablet is a suitable choice for:
People with a limited budget who don’t need high performance Families with children Users who want lengthier software support Those who want to use their tablet as a mini productivity tool
Pros and cons These are the things I like most about the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+:
Affordable price Good software support Decent performance It has a headphone jack You can opt for 5G mobile connectivity You can use Samsung Dex on it
What is the right-click menu? What does right-clicking do in Windows 11? The right-click menu is a pop-up menu that provides shortcuts for actions the user might wish to take. You access it by pressing the right button on your mouse once or by pressing and holding on the item you want the menu for, if you’re using a touch screen. Because the action list changes depending on the item that you right-click, it’s also called context (or contextual) menu.
Unboxing the Toshiba Encore There’s nothing special about the Toshiba Encore and the way it is packaged. Inside the box you will find the basics you need and nothing else: the tablet itself, a micro-USB cable, the charger, the manuals, the warranty and the product key for your Windows 8.1 license which is also used to activate your copy of Microsoft Office 2013 Home & Student. Depending on where you buy this tablet, you might also find a leaflet with apps recommended by Microsoft for this tablet.
Step 1. Learn the Basics about Windows 8 First, you must get the basics right and learn the core features of Windows 8. The biggest novelty in Windows 8 is the Start screen - a glorified full-screen Start Menu. One of the things you should know is how to launch it: Introducing Windows 8: Six Ways to Access the Start Screen. To completely understand how the Start screen works, you should know what a tile is and how it works.
TP-Link Tapo C500: Who is it good for? This outdoor Wi-Fi security camera is a good choice if:
You want to keep an eye on your home, garage, garden, or some other location You need a camera capable of filming during the night You want an affordable wireless camera You’d like to be able to integrate it with other smart devices
Pros and cons These are the things I like about the Tapo C500:
It all started with IBM and CGA IBM was the company that developed color graphics technology. First came CGA (Color Graphics Adapter), followed by EGA (Enhanced Graphics Adapter) and VGA (Video Graphics Array). Regardless of the capability of your monitor, you would still have to choose from one of the few options available through your graphics card’s drivers. For nostalgia’s sake, here’s how things looked on a once well-known CGA display.
What does NKRO mean? The definition! Usually, only one key is pressed on a keyboard at a time. However, in some situations, more than just one key can be pushed at the same time. For instance, if you are a gamer, you might have to press two, three, or even more keys at the same time, because your character must run and shoot at the same time, or maybe you have to cast a few different spells concurrently.
What is the Public Folder in Windows? The Public folder is located in “C:\Users\Public”, in all Windows versions. All user accounts registered in Windows have access to it. That’s why it is named Public. Any file and folder found in “C:\Users\Public” is completely accessible to all users. Depending on your network sharing settings, this folder and its content can also be accessed by all other computers and devices that are part of the same network.
What is the Terminal from Windows 11 and Windows 10? Windows Terminal is a multi-tabbed command-line user interface designed to open and run any command-line application. In other words, the Terminal is itself an app that can load other command-line apps or shells such as Command Prompt or PowerShell.
What shells can the Windows Terminal open by default? You know now that the Windows Terminal allows you to open multiple command-line applications simultaneously using multiple tabs.
NOTE: This guide applies to both Windows 10 and Windows 8.1.
How to access the File History from the Control Panel Open the Control Panel, and click the link that says “Save backup copies of your files with File History.” Alternatively, you can click on System and Security and then on File History. Now you should see the File History window. If there is no usable storage drive found, the window should look similar to the screenshot below.
Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10: Who is it good for? Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10 is a good choice if:
You have a large apartment or multi-level house You want a vacuum that can be controlled remotely and synced with other smart devices Your space requires regular mopping You don’t have many carpets
Pros and cons These are the things I like about the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10:
The dust collection dock increases your comfort Excellent suction power in Turbo mode It handles obstacles very well It can vacuum and mop at the same time The mopping feature is useful for cleaning lighter stains The level of control provided by the Mi Home app is excellent
Why you don’t need to safely remove USB drives in Windows In older Microsoft operating systems, such as Windows 7 or Windows 8.1, you had to use the “Safely Remove Hardware” feature. Although you could simply ignore it, reconnecting an unsafely removed USB drive might have alerted you that the files stored on it had a problem. Sometimes, there was nothing actually wrong with the files on that drive, and you could use them without issues.
What is Windows 10 Fall Creators Update? In April 2017, Microsoft released Windows 10 Creators Update to all Windows 10 users, for free. It was a new version that had quite a few new features to offer. We presented them here: What is Windows 10 Creators Update and why should you install it?. Microsoft did not manage to finish and release all the features they wanted at the time. That is why the company decided to continue their work and release the Fall Creators Update.
1. Start Disk Management from the WinX menu The fastest way to open Disk Management is to use the WinX menu. Right-click or press and hold on the Start button and, in the menu that opens, choose Disk Management.
Press Windows + X followed by K If you want to achieve the same result using only the keyboard, press Windows + X, followed by K. The Disk Management window opens immediately.