There are multiple ways to launch apps and programs in Windows 11. For example, users can use the search, the Run command (for classic desktop programs), the All apps view in the Start, the Cortana, or the app’s icon on the taskbar to launch apps. The fastest way to launch an app is to pin the app to the taskbar and then click on its taskbar icon whenever you … [Read more...] about 4 Ways To Add Apps To Taskbar In Windows 11
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Apple iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max rumours, news and features
The annual refresh of the iPhone is one of the biggest events in tech: it's the phone that many aspire to own, one that sets trends and the phone that all others are looking to better. While leaks and rumours are nothing new to the world of tech, getting full information about new Apple devices is fairly rare. They don't tend to leak as comprehensively as a Samsung or Google … [Read more...] about Apple iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max rumours, news and features
Windows 11 22H2: Microsoft is secretly testing multiple new taskbar animations
Microsoft has a tendency to test multiple different animations and designs at once, and it looks like the company is secretly working on a new ‘animation’ for the taskbar. In Windows 11 version 22H2 and newer, Microsoft seems to be testing different new loading animations for the taskbar. The new animations all vary in design, but they’re identical. The animations appear on … [Read more...] about Windows 11 22H2: Microsoft is secretly testing multiple new taskbar animations
How to change encryption for File sharing connections in Windows 11/10
In Windows 11/10 OS, there is a built-in feature to share local files (to read and write) and attached printers with other systems connected over a network on the same connection. The feature is quite useful and we can easily turn on the file and printer sharing feature in Windows 11/10. But 128-bit encryption is used by Windows by default for file sharing connections. On the … [Read more...] about How to change encryption for File sharing connections in Windows 11/10
Windows 11 build 22000.917 lets IT admins install lanuages remotely
Microsoft is rolling out a new cumulative update for Windows 11 to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview channel, particularly those who haven’t opted to begin testing Windows 11 version 22H2. This new cumulative update, labeled as KB5016691, brings the build number of Windows 11 to 22000.917, and as per usual, the focus is mostly on fixes and minor improvements. The most … [Read more...] about Windows 11 build 22000.917 lets IT admins install lanuages remotely
How to disable notifications for all or individual Apps in Windows 11
Windows 11 is the latest operating system by Microsoft that runs on billions of devices today. It has a high adoption rate and users are slowly upgrading from Windows 10 to Windows 11 considering the several new features it offers. Most of its features boil down to visual changes. The new start menu, out-of-the-box Dark mode with the ability to automatically switch layouts, and … [Read more...] about How to disable notifications for all or individual Apps in Windows 11
Recover deleted files for free
When you realise you’ve accidentally deleted an important file from your PC, it’s worth trying a file-recovery program to restore it. But many ‘free’ tools put a limit on the amount of data or recently deleted files you can recover without upgrading to their paid-for versions – essentially charging you to get back your own content. WinfrGUI has no such restrictions … [Read more...] about Recover deleted files for free
How to Move a Lost, Off-Screen Window Back to Your Desktop
If you’ve ever had a window somehow get moved off your screen, you know it can be frustrating not being able to drag it back. We’ve got a couple of ways you can move these rogue windows back to your desktop, though. This little problem can happen for a couple of different reasons. The most common is if you have a secondary monitor that is sometimes hooked up and sometimes … [Read more...] about How to Move a Lost, Off-Screen Window Back to Your Desktop
The differences between Windows account PINs and passwords
Microsoft's Windows 10 and 11 operating systems support several different account authentication options. There is the classic local user account and password option, the Microsoft account and password option, and options provided by Windows Hello. Use of a PIN is the most common one, as Microsoft is pushing it specifically. Some Windows users might wonder which option … [Read more...] about The differences between Windows account PINs and passwords
How to upgrade to Linux Mint 21 using the Upgrade Tool
Last week, the Linux Mint team released Linux Mint 21, a new base version of the popular Linux distribution. Today, instructions have been published on updating existing installations of Linux Mint to the new release. One of the main differences to previous upgrades to new base versions is that the new Upgrade Tool is now available. Released earlier this year, the … [Read more...] about How to upgrade to Linux Mint 21 using the Upgrade Tool