A bit of theory: what are promoted apps on Windows 10’s Start menu? In Windows 10, Microsoft also introduced advertised or promoted apps on your Start menu, under the guise of suggestions meant to enhance the user’s experience. These apps are not installed on your Windows 10 computer or device, and clicking on any of the ad tiles takes you to their respective download pages on the Microsoft Store. While I would like to give Microsoft the benefit of the doubt, I am pretty sure that Bubble Witch 3 Saga would not make me a more efficient worker in any foreseeable way, so I am suspecting clear financial motives for including it in the Productivity section of the so-called suggestions in the Start menu.
Synology RT2600ac: Who is it good for? The Synology RT2600ac wireless router is an excellent choice for the following types of users:
Users who want the best security for their smart home People who desire to remote control their router from a mobile app Users who want the best possible privacy People who desire advanced firmware that offers complete control and many features Users who want to use fast USB 3.
Where is the Quick Access Toolbar in Windows 10? By default, the Quick Access Toolbar is present on the extreme left of the File Explorer title bar. Open a File Explorer window in Windows 10 and look at the top. You can see the Quick Access Toolbar in all of its minimalistic glory in the upper-left corner. NOTE: The Quick Access Toolbar should not be confused with the Quick access location from File Explorer’s Navigation pane, seen below.
What is RGB, what’s its meaning, and what does RGB stand for? The definition of RGB is found in its name, which is an acronym: RGB stands for “Red Green Blue.” As you’ve guessed, this isn’t slang but a term that refers to colors and how colors are composed. Why red, green, and blue, you might ask? The answer is that red, green, and blue are primary colors that can be combined in various amounts to get any other color from the visible spectrum that the human eye can see.
What is Microsoft Lists? Microsoft Lists is a new app by the Redmond-based company that allows you to create, share, and track lists of information across your team or organization, as well as within your family or a group of friends.
Microsoft Lists is a tool for creating powerful lists
What are Microsoft Lists used for? For instance, if you need to stay on top of your work, Microsoft Lists can help you manage projects, track inventories, monitor issues, and any other tasks that require, well, lists.
NOTE: At the time of writing, the latest version of PowerPoint was 2302 (Build 16130.20332).
You can no longer tell the PowerPoint version you’re using from the loading screen If you’re using a Microsoft 365 subscription or a Microsoft Office 2021 retail version, the loading screen for PowerPoint is awfully similar. For example, take a look at the loading screen below. It only tells you that you’re starting Microsoft PowerPoint and promotes Microsoft 365.
Systems Being Tested The tests were made on two computers: a desktop and a laptop. The desktop has the following configuration: AMD Phenom II X4 905 (2.5 GHz) processor, a Gigabyte GA-MA785GT-UD3H motherboard, the memory is Corsair XMS3 DHX 6GB DDR3 1600 MHz, a Gigabyte Radeon HD6870 OC 1GB DDR5 video card and a 120GB RunCore Pro V 2.5" SATA III SSD drive. Unlike the desktop, the laptop doesn’t have an SSD.
What is Wi-Fi 6E? Wi-Fi 6E is the same standard as Wi-Fi 6 (or 802.11x) with one key difference: it enables wireless networks and networking products, such as routers, to operate on a new 6 GHz frequency band. The previous Wi-Fi 6 standard on which Wi-Fi 6E is based delivers the same features but only on the traditional 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands. The E in Wi-Fi 6E comes from Extended, outlining that this standard only extends the available frequencies that can be used to transmit Wi-Fi 6 signals.
IMPORTANT NOTE: As of January 30, 2013, Google decided to drop Google Sync support for their free Gmail accounts. This means that you will be able to use the Mail app to sync your email only via IMAP and you won’t be able to sync your calendar and contacts at all. Not unless Microsoft decides to update these apps and provide support for other protocols that could allow this synchronization.
NOTE: I used Windows 11 Pro Version 23H2 build 22631 and Windows 10 Pro Version 22H2 build 19045 for this article. If you have another version or edition of Windows, you may get a different number of optional features than the ones listed below.
Optional Features: What are they & What do they do? I’ll show you all the Optional features (available to install or installed by default) in Windows 11 and Windows 10.
Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 4: Who is it good for? The Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 4 is an excellent choice for people who want:
To track and improve their fitness A fitness band that can track the heart rate accurately To use their fitness bands while swimming A good fitness band with a small price
Pros and cons There are quite a few things to like about the Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 4:
1. Uninstall Windows 10 updates from the Settings app Start the Settings app by clicking or tapping on its button from the Start Menu. In the Settings app, go to Update & Security. On the Windows Update page, click or tap “View update history.” Now you see the “View update history” window. The first link on this page is called “Uninstall updates” - click or tap on it. Windows 10 opens the Control Panel and shows you the list of “Installed Updates.
1. Clean, touch-friendly design The latest iteration of the Settings app, found in Windows 10 with Anniversary Update is much better designed than all its previous versions. Microsoft invested a lot of effort into making the Settings app very usable, by using a clean and simple design, based mostly on using switches for turning the available settings On or Off. You’ll find the app easy to use both on touch and non-touch devices, due to the switches available everywhere and due to the fact that there are no useless visual adornments and all the major sections are logically organized.
NOTE: This guide covers macOS Catalina or newer. The features shared in our guide may not work on older versions of macOS. To check your macOS version, read What version of macOS do I have?
First things first: Select one or more files and folders The first thing you need to do if you are trying to either copy or move content to another location is to select the file(s) and/or folder(s) in question.
ADATA XPG Gammix S11 Pro SSD: Who is it good for? The ADATA XPG Gammix S11 Pro SSD is an excellent choice for:
Gamers who want great performance at a reasonable price People who want a fast M2 2280 NVMe 1.3 SSD that uses that ultra-fast PCIe Gen 3 x4 interface Users who appreciate a good looking SSD drive
Pros and cons There are quite a few good things about the ADATA XPG Gammix S11 Pro SSD:
ASUS ROG Strix RX 6650 XT Gaming 8GB OC Edition: Who is it good for? This graphics card is an excellent choice if:
You’re a gamer who wants top-notch performance when using the 1080p resolution You want to build a reasonably-priced gaming PC You’re looking for an AMD graphics card that’s similar to an Nvidia Geforce RTX 3060
Pros and cons There are a lot of good things to say about the ASUS ROG Strix RX 6650 XT OC:
ASUS RT-AX57 Go: Who is it good for? This wireless router is a smart choice for:
People who travel and need a capable router they can take with them Families with children who want to protect their kids when online Business users who need advanced VPN features on their router: VPN server, VPN Fusion, Instant Guard, etc. Knowledgeable users who want a travel router that can do many things
Pros and cons Here are the things I like about ASUS RT-AX57 Go:
BenQ EW2780Q: Who is it good for? This monitor is a suitable choice for the following types of users:
Users who want a 27" monitor with 1440p resolution at a reasonable price Home users who watch lots of multimedia content Gamers with mid-range gaming PCs Users who want a better than average audio system on their monitor
Pros and cons The BenQ EW2780Q has more than a few good things about it:
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G: A capable mid-ranger My first suggestion is the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G - a sturdy mid-ranger with protection against dust and water. This smartphone has a rather classic design and is relatively large in size. Its 6.4-inch AMOLED screen looks great, has a 120Hz refresh rate, and is HDR+ compatible. Its hardware is also very powerful and can run anything you want, offering excellent performance, including in the latest Android games.
NOTE: This tutorial applies to the desktop versions of Microsoft Word, found in Microsoft Office, and Office 365. It does not apply to the mobile versions of Word, like those found for free, on Windows 10 tablets, or on devices with Android and iOS.
How to create a checklist in Microsoft Word, for printing A checklist for printing means you print the resulting document and mark the items on paper.