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There’s no clickbait here! Our thoroughly-tested tips and tricks are a great way to boost your knowledge, your productivity, and even the fun you have with your devices. Whether you want to sharpen your Windows skills, become a Mac genius, or get smarter than your smartphone, these tips can help turn you into your own personal IT department.
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How to Recover Files from External Hard Drive Not Detected
I hope your experience is as low-stress as mine, but I can’t make guarantees. Data recovery is a tricky business.
Can You Have WiFi Without the Internet?
If you want the web without having your own wifi and internet service, you can have that.
How Does Google Know My Location Using a VPN?
Many people report that Google seems to know users’ real locations even when using a VPN.
How to Clone a Virtual Machine
Cloning can be beneficial, especially for those who work in software development.
What is Dual Band WiFi
Let’s take a closer look at what it is, how and why it’s used, and why it’s vital.
How to Speed up iCloud Backup
The first time you back up, all of your data and settings are transferred to iCloud. That part can be time-consuming.
What Does a VPN Hide?
By masking your IP address, a VPN can keep you safe and anonymous, while encryption can keep your sensitive data from getting into the wrong hands.
How to Open MSG Files on Mac
It’s a little ridiculous that Outlook for Mac can’t open files created by Outlook for Windows (it uses EML files instead).
What is a Virtual Machine and Why Use It?
Virtual machines are a cost-efficient, versatile tool that can be used for many applications.
How to Clear Browsing History on Mac
A step-by-step guide on how to delete browsing history on Mac, so you leave no trace after browsing the Internet.
How to Compress Photos on Mac Without Losing Quality
How do you safely reduce the size of a photo on Mac without losing image quality?
How to DM on Instagram on Mac
There is an Instagram app for Windows 10 users, but not for Mac yet. We show you two methods for Instagram DM on your Mac.
How to Delete Backup Files in Windows 10
Backups are helpful, but not when you run out of space. A full drive leads to frustration.
How to Delete Cookies on Windows 10
There are many reasons why you should clear cookies in your web browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, etc.), here’s a detailed guide.
Are Password Managers Safe?
Are password managers safe? The answer is a resounding, “Yes!”
How to Format or Partition an External Hard Drive for Mac
We show you how to format an external drive to a Mac-compatible file system: Mac OS Extended (Journaled).
How to Recover an Unsaved Word Document on Windows 10
Microsoft Office Word got closed but some of your content not saved? You may be able to retrieve the doc. We show you how step by step.
How to Back up iPhone with Broken Screen?
We’ll cover four different backup methods in detail that will help you keep your phone’s contents safe.
How to View Saved Wi-Fi Passwords on Windows 10
Forgot the Wi-Fi password of your computer? Here’s how to find it. All you need is a PC that has connected to that network before.
How Long Does It Take to Back Up iPhone to iCloud?
Expect your first backup to take at least an hour (it’s better to allow for several hours), then 1-10 minutes each day.
How to Use Seagate Backup Plus on Mac?
If you’re a Mac user, do yourself a favor and ignore the software that came with the drive.
How to Find a Saved WiFi Password on Mac
You can’t remember all passwords, especially those aren’t that important such as a WiFi password on your Mac.
How to Play MP4 on Mac When QuickTime Player Can’t Open It
QuickTime player can’t open and won’t play your MP4 videos? Here’s how to fix it with a step-by-step guide.
How to Play MOV Files on Windows 10
A MOV file is a file format created by Apple and compatible with both Windows and macOS platforms.
What is HDR on iPhone Camera?
HDR is a setting within the iPhone camera that automatically blends the best parts of three photos taken quickly at different exposures.
What is an Email Client?
Whether you use email every day or periodically, I’m sure you have heard the term “email client.” So, what exactly does it mean?
How to Forget a Wi-Fi Network on Mac
One macOS feature is that once you connect to a network, your Mac will remember it forever. Here’s how to forget it, step by step.
How to Turn Off a VPN on Your iPhone
There are three main ways to turn off a VPN on an iPhone. Read on to learn the one that works best for you.
Dual Boot vs. Virtual Machine: Which One is Better?
Both methods are great ways to access multiple operating systems and environments without the need for separate computers.
macOS Big Sur Slow? 10 Ways to Gain Speed
If you have an older Mac, installing Big Sur could slow your startup time further. Here are some ways you can speed it up.
How to Fix macOS High Sierra Slow Issues
Is your Mac slow after updating to High Sierra? Does it freeze during installation? Read our findings and observations, learned the hard way!
How to Fix macOS Mojave Slow Performance Issues
Is your Mac running slow or facing performance issues after updating to macOS Mojave? Here are some possible causes and fixes.
How to Fix Wi-Fi Problems with macOS Catalina
Has your Mac’s Wi-Fi frustrated you since upgrading to Catalina? You’re not alone. The release of macOS 10.15 seems to be buggier than usual.
How to Fix macOS Catalina Slow Performance Issues
I successfully installed macOS 10.15 Catalina on my MacBook Air in an hour. Read on to learn about the problems that I and others had.