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How to Delete Temporary Files
What are temp files? Your computer uses “temp files” or “temporary files” to temporarily store information that is used by applications and your operating system. The system does this to create a smoother user experience and allowing you to easily remove these files. Temp files can accumulate and take up large quantities…
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How to Change Your Password in Windows 11
In Windows 11, you have the option to choose a password or a four-digit pin to log into your PC. If you set a PIN, you will still need to use a password for certain administrative functions. Read on to find out how to change your password in Windows 11. How to change your password in Windows 11 Click Start ⊞ and…
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How to Find and Set up the Windows Hosts File
Your Windows 11 PC uses hosts files to map hostnames to specific IP addresses. This hosts file can be used to help protect your privacy, block websites or enhance your security by allowing you to block known malicious websites. Each time you open a website the browser checks the Domain Name System (DNS ) server to find the…
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Acer Monitors with HDMI 2.1 Support Higher Refresh Rates for Microsoft Xbox One and Sony PlayStation 5
Which monitors are compatible with the PS5 and Xbox One?You can connect your PS5 or Xbox One to any Acer Monitor with an HDMI input port, however, some Acer monitors are optimized with HDMI 2.1 ports to allow you to achieve higher refresh rates (120Hz) for smoother game play. Both your monitor and HDMI cable will need to…
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How to Track Internet Usage in Windows 11
For those who have limited internet usage, balancing your internet use is critical. Windows 11 comes with a built-in feature to help track your internet data usage so that you can keep track of apps and software that use your internet data. This article will teach you how to track internet usage in Windows 11. How to track…
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Windows 11: How to Enable or Disable Microsoft Security
Windows Security, previously known as Windows Defender, is the default security software in all Windows 11 and 10 devices. This security software is one of the best security software on the market; however, this high performance software may cause issues for users with low-end hardware as Windows Security takes chunks out…
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Windows 11: Change Date and Time settings
The date and time settings on a Windows 11 computer are automatically set up as soon as you connect to the internet. However, you also have the option to change these settings manually if your date and time are not displaying correctly. This article will teach you how to adjust date and time settings in Windows 11. How to…
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How to Connect the Acer USB Type-C Dock D501
Which port do I use to connect my Acer USB Type-C Dock D501 to my computer? The Acer USB Type-C Dock D501 connects to a computer via a USB type C cable. The correct USB type C port on the dock is located on the SIDE of the dock. This is the only USB port that allows the dock to properly connect to the notebook.
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How to Configure a Nitro Notebook so the RTX Series GPU is Used for All Graphic Applications
Some notebooks can be configured so the discrete GPU is the only device used for all graphic applications. This feature is also referred to as a MUX (Multiplexer) switch. A MUX switch allows you to manually enable or disable the integrated GPU. Nitro 5 notebooks made in 2022 have this chip to modify the connection between…
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How to Enable and Use Desktop Stickers in Windows 11
Since its first official release in June 2021, Windows 11 has received several updates from Microsoft. In Windows 11 22H2 a.k.a Sun Valley 2, several new features were introduced to Windows 11 such as Start menu folders, updated touch gestures, and drag and drop for the taskbar. One of the most interesting new features to…
