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How to Format a Hard Drive or SSD in Windows 11
Formatting a hard drive or SSD will allow you wipe all data on the drive which is useful when you want to fix disk errors or give your computer to someone else. This article will show you how to format a hard drive or SSD using 3 different methods. Note: Formatting your drive will erase all data on the drive and could…
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How to Enable Developer Mode on your Acer Chromebook
Chrome OS Developer Mode allows you to have more control over Chrome OS. In developer mode, you can see Chrome OS advanced settings, install apps from sources other than the Google play store, or completely replace the operating system. Developer mode disables all built-in security features of the operating system so you…
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How to Properly Store your AC Adapter to Prevent Damage
It is important to properly use and store your AC adapter to prolong the life of the adapter and prevent damage. Your AC adapter and power cord are made of copper wire that is protected on the outside with a rubber coating. Excessive bending or tightly wrapping the cords may cause damage to the adapter which could…
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How to Password Protect Files and Folders in Windows 11
Windows 11 has built in encryption that allows you to password protect a file or folder on your computer. This is useful if you want to restrict access to certain files with people who share your computer, or just want an extra layer of security on certain files. In this article you will learn how to password protect a…
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How to Open Task Manager in Windows 11
Windows Task Manager allows you to easily monitor the programs and processes running on your computer, as well as system performance metrics like your CPU, GPU and Memory usage. You can use Windows task manager to force close programs that are not responding, or control which programs startup automatically when Windows…
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How to Change Your Wireless Network Name in Windows 11
Microsoft Windows assigns a default name to each network. You may want to change the name of your network in Windows to personalize it or make it easier for you to identify. This article will help you to locate and change the name of your Wifi Network. How to find the name of your wireless Network Click on Start ⊞ and…
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How to Use Nearby Share in Windows 11
You can use Nearby Share to send and receive photos, files, documents, links to websites to your phone or computer. Nearby share uses WiFi or Bluetooth so your sending and receiving devices need to be within range with the Nearby Share app open. Also, make sure you have installed the latest software updates for your…
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How to Check PC Hardware Specifications in Windows 11
You may want to check your computer hardware specs if you are considering doing upgrades for your computer, or if you want to check if specific games or hardware may be compatible with your system. If you have upgraded your computer to Windows 11, you may need to do a hardware check to troubleshoot or find information for…
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How to Change DNS Settings in Windows 11
The Domain Name System (DNS) translates website domain names from human readable format into numeric IP addresses. This allows you to type a readable domain name like www.microsoft.com, instead of a numeric ip address. Your Internet Service Provider (ISP) automatically connects you to a DNS server when you access the…
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How to Use Function Keys on Chromebook
Where can I find the function keys on my Chromebook? You may have asked "Where are the function keys on a Chromebook?" because the keyboard does not have labeled function keys like a traditional notebook computer. There are two ways to use function keys on your Acer Chromebook. The first method uses the Launcher key to…
