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Chromebook Not Waking Up from Sleep Mode
What can I do if my Acer Chromebook does not wake up from sleep mode? Some Chromebooks are not resuming from sleep mode. If your Chromebook does not wake up from sleep mode, press the Power + Refresh keys on your keyboard. This will wake up your Chromebook again. We are aware of the issue and are working on a solution for…
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How to Update the BIOS on an Acer Nitro
Updating the BIOS on your Acer Nitro can optimize performance, improve security, and help with hardware compatibility issues. Typically, if your system is functioning well and you're not experiencing any issues, a BIOS update is not necessary. BIOS updates are usually necessary when adding new hardware to a device or if…
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Windows 11 - How to Roll Back Drivers to a Previous Version
Drivers are programs that allow your PC to communicate with hardware devices, both internal and external. Updating drivers can add new features and patch security concerns. Sometimes Windows updates and driver updates may react adversely and result in the device not working as expected. If this issue occurs you are able to…
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How to Forget or Reset a Wi-Fi Connection on Chromebook
If you are having trouble connecting your Chromebook to a network that you've connected to in the past, you may want to forget or reset the Wi-Fi connection. When you forget and re-add a network your network settings will be reset which will allow to reestablish the connection with the network that is giving you trouble.…
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How to Pause Windows Updates in Windows 11
By default, Windows updates are automatically scheduled to install every month. Although updates are tested and verified to work with compatible devices, some applications may not react as well to unexpected updates. In order to prevent application troubles, you may prefer to temporarily pause windows updates and manually…
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Windows - How to Create a User Account Without a Microsoft Account (Local Account)
Typically, when creating a user account on a Windows PC you are prompted to sign in with or create a Microsoft Account. Signing in with a Microsoft Account can provide you with many benefits and make the transition easier if setting up a new PC. But, in a digital world full of users and logins, you may not desire having to…
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Accessibility - How to Control Your Mouse with Your Keyboard in Windows 11 (Mouse Keys)
Mouse keys is an accessibility feature in Windows 11 that allows you to use the number pad on your keyboard to control your mouse pointer. This feature is useful for users who have trouble utilizing an external mouse or trackpad. When using mouse keys, you'll retain all the features that you can normally perform with a…
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How to Disable / Enable Hibernation in Windows 11
Similar to sleep mode, hibernation is a power feature that can significantly save your PC's battery power without having to fully power off your device. Hibernation is typically used when you know that your won't be using your PC for an extended period of time. When waking your PC from hibernation you'll notice that it…
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How to Use Microsoft 365 on a Chromebook
Microsoft 365 is Microsoft's cloud-based version of all of their productivity apps like Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Although Chromebooks use Google's ChromeOS, you are still able to use and enjoy Microsoft 365 products and services on your Chromebook. To Use Microsoft 365 on Your Chromebook: Open your preferred browser…
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How to Customize Touchpad Gestures in Windows 11
Touchpad gestures allow you to use your touchpad for more than just scrolling and selecting. When configured, touchpad gestures can switch between applications and desktops, adjust volume levels, and even perform keyboard shortcuts. To Customize Touchpad Gestures in Windows 11: Open the Settings ⚙️ application, you can do…