Windows 10 Spring Creators Update may have been delayed by a security bug which was discovered late in the release process Microsoft has not said anything about the launch date and why it did not release Windows 10 Spring Creators Update yesterday. However, it did launch a new build for Windows insiders, which fixes several security flaws:
Addresses a PDF security issue in Microsoft Edge. Addresses an issue that, in some instances, prevents Internet Explorer from identifying custom controls.
IMPORTANT: If you want to create a Microsoft account, you should use a web browser to set everything up correctly, including the appropriate recovery information, in case you later forget the password. Here are 3 ways to create a Microsoft account from your browser. In this guide, I show you how to add existing Microsoft accounts and how to make and add local user accounts to Windows 11. Note that the instructions in this guide only work if you’re logged into Windows 11 with an administrator account with the permissions required to create new users.
The computers on which we tested Game Mode We tested Game Mode on three different computers. Here’s the specs of the first one:
Operating system: Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Processor: Intel Core i5 4460 @ 3.2GHz RAM: 16GB DDR3 Kingston HyperX DDR3 1600MHz Motherboard: ASUS Z97-AR Video: ASUS R9 270X DirectCU II TOP Storage: Samsung SSD 850 PRO 512GB Display: Acer K272HUL Audio: Creative Sound Blaster Z
In our statistics, we will name this computer “Intel Core i5 4460 & AMD Radeon R9 270X.
Why change the MAC address in Windows? The reasons derive from the use of the MAC address in network management. The MAC address identifies the device connected to a network and allows the network to track, restrict or allow access based on it.
What a MAC address looks like For example, if you need to assign a static IP address, your router identifies and gives the static IP address based on the MAC address.
Important things to know about creating a Windows recovery USB drive You can create a recovery drive on the same computer you intend to use or on a different PC. Furthermore, you can use a USB memory stick or a USB external hard drive. In my tests, the procedure worked well on both types of devices.
You can create a recovery drive on any kind of USB drive Some sites on the internet tell you that you can use the USB recovery drive only on the Windows 10 or Windows 11 PC where you created it.
How to eject a portable HDD, SSD, or USB stick safely Ejecting a portable HDD, SSD, or USB stick safely is essential if you want to prevent data loss or damage. Here are two ways that work for both external hard disk drives, solid-state drives, and USB memory sticks:
1. How to eject an external drive with the “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media” icon The most popular method is also one of the simplest and fastest.
Step 1: Log in to your ASUS ExpertWiFi In order to configure your ASUS ExpertWiFi router or mesh Wi-Fi system, you first need to connect to the network managed by it, open your web browser, and navigate to expertwifi.net. Then, log in using the admin username and password. Type the necessary credentials and click or tap Sign In.
Sign in to your ASUS ExpertWiFi Your ASUS ExpertWiFi networking equipment then displays the Dashboard.
Metered connection? What is it and what does it do? Before showing you how to set a network connection as metered or the other way around, I believe it would be best to first understand what a metered connection is and what happens when you’re using one:
What is a metered connection? A metered connection is a network connection that only allows you to use a certain amount of data every month or every day.
1. How to open Microsoft Edge using its desktop, taskbar, or Start Menu shortcut By default, both Windows 10 and Windows 11 have shortcuts for Microsoft Edge on the desktop, the taskbar, and the Start Menu. You can use any of them to launch this web browser.
1.1. Open Edge from the desktop Look at your desktop: if you see a shortcut that looks like the one in the next screenshot, you can double-click or double-tap it to open Microsoft Edge.
Battery technology is advancing faster than ever With electric vehicles growing in popularity, battery technology has become a focus for many scientists around the world. Current generation smartphone batteries last around 4-500 charging-discharging cycles (from 100% to around 20% and then up again to 100%) under normal circumstances - that’s about two years. However, with such an increased research focus, we could see dramatic changes in the next few years. Xiaomi, for example, will start production of its new and improved batteries (which boast a 10% increase in energy density) in late 2022, and this is already a huge leap forward.
Step 1. Download Network Password Recovery, for free First, you need an app that knows where Windows stores passwords and reads them for you. One of the best apps for this task is Network Password Recovery. It is available for free, without bloatware of any kind, both in portable and installable forms. Another positive is the fact that it is available in dozens of languages, not just English. Download the netpass.
Before you begin When you try to recover deleted files, it is essential to use as little as possible the partition or device where the deleted files were found. That is because when a file has been deleted, the reference to it has been taken away, but the file itself is still there. If new files are created on the drive, partition, or folder where the deleted files were stored, there is a high risk that these new files will overwrite the existing data, making it impossible for you to recover the old files.
Should you reset Windows 11? There are a couple of situations when you should reset Windows 11. Let’s go through them:
Corrupt or malfunctioning system files, drivers, or apps: If your Windows 11 computer is having trouble running normally, resetting your PC can repair the issues by restoring the system files. Slow performance: When Windows 11 or your apps run unbearably slow, resetting can restore the original system files, remove unnecessary apps, and clean out services running in the background.
NOTE: In this guide, I show you how to sync your Windows 11 clipboard with other Windows computers and Android devices. Unfortunately, syncing the clipboard between a PC and an iPhone isn’t possible with Windows 11’s built-in features or official Microsoft apps.
How to share Windows 11’s clipboard If you want to enable clipboard syncing in Windows 11, first, open the Settings app (Windows + I), and select System in the left sidebar.
What is Focus assist in Windows 10? Focus assist is a Windows 10 feature that helps you choose which notifications you want to see and hear, and when. It is an improved version of the Windows 10 Quiet hours, which was a feature available in Windows 10 up until Fall Creators Update. In Windows 10 April 2018 Update, Quiet hours was massively improved and renamed Focus assist, and in May 2019 Update it got even better.
NOTE: Since the Clock app is identical on both operating systems, the Windows 11 and Windows 10 Stopwatch are the same, so most of the screenshots featured in this guide are from Windows 11.
How to access the Stopwatch in Windows 10 and Windows 11 To access the Windows Stopwatch you first need to access the Clock app. Type clock in the Search field on Windows 10’s taskbar or inside the Windows 11 Search window (use the magnifying glass Search icon on your taskbar to open it).
How to Launch the People App To launch this app, or to launch any app for that matter, you’ll need to get to the Windows 8 Start screen. If you don’t know where that is or how to get to it, read this article before moving forward: Introducing Windows 8: Seven Ways to Access the Start Screen. Once there, look for the bright orange tile…it’s hard to miss. Click or tap to launch People.
Razer Basilisk V3 Pro gaming mouse: Who is it good for? This mouse is an excellent choice for:
Gamers seeking a high-performance mouse with premium build quality Those in search of an ergonomic, right-handed gaming mouse People who are interested in an all-rounder that suits most types of games
Pros and cons These are the main pros of the Razer Basilisk V3 Pro gaming mouse:
Ergonomic design for comfortable use A high-resolution sensor that provides incredible precision Beautiful RGB lighting Tilting scroll wheel that can work in free-spin mode Wireless charging capability This mouse is super-fast (with an 8000 Hz polling rate)
Packaging, design and build quality of the iPhone SE Minimalism is the trademark of Apple and the packaging of the iPhone SE is no exception: a white, simple box, with the contents carefully and tightly packaged. The smartphone is the first thing you will see when opening the box, with the rest of the accessories tucked away beneath it. No, it’s not an iPhone 5S. We promise. The package contents are: the charger, the charger cable (of course, with the Lightning connector, not micro USB), the earphones and a smaller package with the manuals.
Unboxing the Toshiba Encore 2 Unfortunately, there’s nothing special about the way the Toshiba Encore 2 is packaged. It uses a rather plain box with very few details about what’s inside. You will find the following items: the tablet itself, a micro-USB cable, the charger, the manuals, the warranty and the product key for your Office 365 Personal subscription that is valid for one year. If you would like to learn more about the unboxing experience, view the video embedded below.