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Windows 10: Backup data and files
How can I backup files and data in Windows 10? Windows 10 has a backup feature that allows you to backup data to an external drive. Use the following steps to backup important files and data: Click the Start (Windows key) menu and select Settings. Click Update & Security. Select Backup. Insert a USB hard drive, flash…
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Windows 10: Set Default Programs
How do I set which programs Windows uses by default in Windows 10? Additionally, you can use the following steps to set which programs Windows uses by default to open files. Type Control Panel in the search box. Click Control Panel. Click Default Programs. Click Set Default Programs. Choose a program that you want to make…
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Windows 10: Delete a user account
How do I delete an account? You can delete or remove accounts in Windows 10 if you are logged in with an administrator account. Use the following steps to remove or delete an account: Login to your computer with an Administrator account. Click the Start (Windows key) menu and select Settings. Click Accounts. Select Family…
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Windows 10: Adjust Screen Brightness
How do I adjust the brightness on my computer? You can adjust the brightness of your display to make your screen easier to read or to conserve battery power. Click the Start Menu and select Settings. Click System. Move the Brightness level slider bar to the desired setting. Click the X in the upper right corner to close…
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Windows 10: Toggle between tablet and desktop mode
How do I switch my computer to tablet mode? Windows 10 offers a tablet mode that is optimized for use on touchscreen devices. Tablet mode allows you to easily navigate in Windows 10 without a mouse or keyboard. Use the following steps to turn tablet mode on or off. Click on the Action Center icon (Hamburger menu) in the…
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Windows 10: Change Date and Time settings
How do I change the date and time on my computer? Windows 10 will automatically synchronize the date and time with an internet server so you do not have to set it. You can manually set the date and time if you do not have an active internet connection. Click the Start Menu and select Settings. Click Time and Language. Move…
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Windows 10: Change Screen Resolution
How do I adjust the display resolution in Windows 10? You can adjust your screen resolution to control the size and clarity of your display image. Higher resolution settings will yield sharper images but will make items on the screen appear smaller. Lower resolution settings may lead to large icons that appear to have…
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Windows 10: System Protection
How do I use Windows system protection to create restore points? System protection creates and saves information about your drivers, programs, system files, and settings. Windows will automatically create restore points before significant system like software installations or Windows updates. Use the following steps to…
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Windows 10: Restore Windows from a Restore Point
How do I restore Windows from a restore point? You can restore your computer to a previous time if Use the following steps to restore Windows from a restore point: Type Control Panel in the search box. Click Control Panel. Click System. Click System protection. Click System Restore. Click Next. Select your restore point…
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Windows 10: Connect to a Wireless Network
How do I connect to a wireless network? Use the following method to connect to a wireless network: Click the Start (Windows Key) menu and select Settings. Click Network & Internet. Make sure Wi-Fi is set to On. Select the wireless network you wish to join and click Connect. Enter your network security key if prompted and…
