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Windows 10: Action Center and notifications
How do I adjust Windows 10 notification settings? Windows 10 action center lets you view app notifications and gives you quick access to commonly used settings and apps. Use the following steps to change notification settings: * Click the Start menu and select Settings. * Click System. * Select Notifications and actions…
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Windows 10: Save Applications to external storage
Can I save Windows 10 Applications to SD cards or USB drives? Microsoft has announced plans to allow applications to save to locations other than your computer hard drive. Unfortunately, this feature will not be available in the initial Windows 10 release. If you go to Settings & System & Storage, the New apps will save…
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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 menu and select Settings. * Click Update & Security. * Select Backup. * Insert a USB hard drive, flash drive, or…
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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 menu and select Settings. * Click Accounts. * Select Family &…
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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 in the task bar. * Click…
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Keyboard does not work after you log in to Windows
Why is my keyboard not working after I log in to Windows? You may have the filter keys feature enabled if you can type your Windows password but your keyboard will not work after you log in to Windows. You can test this by holding down a key on the keyboard for five seconds and then releasing it. If the character you…
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Windows update may cause erratic touchpad, lagging video, slow performance, or a buzzing sound.
Why does video slow down and speakers make a buzzing sound when I use the touchpad? SYMPTOMS When you use the touchpad, your system reacts slow, or makes a buzzing sound when playing video. This behaviour started after installation of updates from Windows Update. SOLUTION Uninstall the Intel Technology Access program to…
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How to take a screenshot on a Windows tablet
How can I take a screenshot on my Windows tablet? Use the following steps to take a screenshot of your current display:* Press the Windows ( ) key and Volume Down button at the same time and hold for one second. * The image is automatically stored in your clipboard. * Paste the image into Paint or another image-editing…
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Disable Signed Driver Enforcement in Windows 8
How can I install non-digitally signed drivers in Windows 8? Windows 8 enforces driver signatures by default. This can be disabled so non-digitally signed drivers can be installed. Use the following steps to disable driver signature enforcement. * Press the Windows ( ) key + C, or swipe in from the right edge of the screen…
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How can I change the size of the text and icons in Windows?
This article only applies to: Windows 7 and Windows 8 You can adjust the size of text and icons in Windows to make them larger or smaller, according to your preferences. Use the following steps to to change the icons and text size. * Press the Windows ( ) key + D to switch to your desktop. * Right click on the desktop. *…
