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article How does Microsoft make money from Windows?

How does Microsoft make money from Windows?

You might ask yourself: how does Microsoft make money from Windows 10 and Windows 11? Although some means, like selling licenses, are obvious, others aren’t, and the ways the company generates revenue from Windows may be quite surprising. Starting with Windows 10 and continuing with Windows 11, Microsoft delivered not only new operating systems but also a different business model. Here’s how Microsoft makes
tutorial How to change DNS settings in Windows

How to change DNS settings in Windows

Are the DNS servers offered by your Internet Service Provider (ISP) too slow? Are you concerned about online security? Or maybe you want to protect your children from inappropriate websites? Whatever the reason, changing your computer’s DNS servers to something new, like the public DNS servers maintained by Cloudflare, Google, or OpenDNS, can be helpful. Here are three ways to set DNS servers in
review Samsung The Freestyle review: A beautiful, smart Wi-Fi projector

Samsung The Freestyle review: A beautiful, smart Wi-Fi projector

Samsung The Freestyle is a new type of projector, different from the majority of options on the market. Featuring a beautiful design and created by the company to make it very easy to use, The Freestyle doesn’t just project things. It can run streaming apps by itself, and it can be the only thing you need to transform your living room into a home
tutorial 3 ways to find your public IP address

3 ways to find your public IP address

Every device that is connected to the internet in one way or another has an IP address. That’s the unique identifier used by your device to be recognized by other devices on the internet or in your local network. If you’re using a device like a smartphone or a tablet connected directly to the internet, your public IP address is assigned directly by your
tutorial 8 ways to open the Run command window in Windows

8 ways to open the Run command window in Windows

The Run command window allows you to start programs, open files and folders, and access internet resources in all Windows versions. Type a path, a quick command, or environment variable into Windows’ Run, and then click OK or press Enter, and you execute a Run command. Although the Run shortcut is not as easy to find in modern Windows versions, the tool still exists
news Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4, Z Fold4, Buds2 Pro, Watch5, and Watch5 Pro are here!

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4, Z Fold4, Buds2 Pro, Watch5, and Watch5 Pro are here!

Today, Samsung has launched several exciting devices. First, we have the Galaxy Z Flip4 and Galaxy Z Fold4, which are available for pre-order and will be shipped starting August 26th. We also have Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro, promising to deliver better audio quality and active noise cancellation, and Samsung Galaxy Watch5 and Watch5 Pro - the first wearables to feature the new Wear OS
review LG UltraGear 24GN650 review: Small monitor for entry-level gaming!

LG UltraGear 24GN650 review: Small monitor for entry-level gaming!

LG has a tradition of making excellent displays, both for TVs and monitors. And that’s also reflected in their gaming monitors series. I’ve had the chance to test some of them, and the last one on my desk was a 24” model called the UltraGear 24GN650. If you’re curious to know more about it and wonder whether you should get one, read this review
tutorial How to change your PC name in Windows (4 ways)

How to change your PC name in Windows (4 ways)

Many people don’t know this, but all computers have a unique name they received either from Microsoft (when installing Windows), their manufacturer, or their users. A computer’s name is useful mostly when inside a network to separate and identify itself from other computers and devices. By default, Windows computers have boring names like DESKTOP-3Q67JPL, but they can be changed if you know how. If
article ASUS Prime AP201 looks like a promising MicroATX Case

ASUS Prime AP201 looks like a promising MicroATX Case

At the beginning of June, ASUS revealed a new compact computer case specially designed for MicroATX motherboards. Available in either black or white, it’s large enough to fit a standard ATX power supply unit, large processor AIO coolers, and massive graphics cards. If you’re interested in building a powerful yet compact computer for gaming or any other demanding workloads, this PC case might be
tutorial What is Wi-Fi calling? How do I enable VoWiFi?

What is Wi-Fi calling? How do I enable VoWiFi?

Wi-Fi calling for phones, also dubbed VoWifi, is a technology that has been around for a long time. However, its adoption by mobile carriers is slow, and even today, Voice over Wi-Fi is not supported by all mobile operators and smartphones. Do you want to know what Wi-Fi calling is, its benefits, and how to use it? If you do, read our guide to
tutorial 8 ways to open Disk Management (diskmgmt.msc) in Windows

8 ways to open Disk Management (diskmgmt.msc) in Windows

Disk Management or diskmgmt.msc is one of the oldest tools in Windows. Although Microsoft hasn’t updated it for many many years, you can still find it in Windows 11 and Windows 10. It’s relatively easy to use and helpful when you need to manage the drives and partitions inside your computer without installing more advanced third-party applications. But, before using it, you need to
tutorial How to add clocks to the taskbar in Windows 10 and Windows 11

How to add clocks to the taskbar in Windows 10 and Windows 11

If you need to keep in touch with people from different time zones, you can add two additional clocks to the Windows taskbar to quickly check the time in their part of the world. Having multiple clocks available also comes in handy if you are traveling, as it allows you to schedule calls, meetings, and tasks without having to remember or search for the
review Mi Smart Air Fryer review: Smart cooking with less oil!

Mi Smart Air Fryer review: Smart cooking with less oil!

Cooking appliances are witnessing a major revolution these days. They now integrate with our home network, communicate with each other, and help us cook faster, tastier, and healthier than ever before. If you have a busy schedule and not enough time to cook meals every day, you may want to try Xiaomi's Mi Smart Air Fryer. It’s an interesting device that helps you cook
review ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 3070 OC Edition review: Mid-range gaming!

ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 3070 OC Edition review: Mid-range gaming!

Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 3070 is one of the most popular GPUs in 2022, with many manufacturers implementing it in their customized graphics cards. One of the best cards on the market is the ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 3070 OC Edition. Featuring an excellent cooling system, a beautiful design, and an overclocking mode that you can turn on with a simple switch, this graphics card
tutorial What is your device name or computer name in Windows?

What is your device name or computer name in Windows?

When you install Windows and set up a computer for the first time, the operating system asks you to assign it a name that should be no longer than 15 characters. Since we all have names, our pets have names, and some enthusiasts even name their cars, why not name our computers too? However, you might ask yourself: What is the purpose of a
article Windows 11 and Windows 10 bloatware list (2022 update)

Windows 11 and Windows 10 bloatware list (2022 update)

Since their first versions, both Windows 11 and Windows 10 had bundled apps that Microsoft wanted us to use, even if we had other ideas. That still holds true today, in 2022. Some of the apps included by default in these operating systems are bloatware: software that we don’t want or need but is preinstalled on all Windows computers and devices. Unfortunately, there are
review LG UltraGear 27GP850-B review: High-performance monitor for gamers

LG UltraGear 27GP850-B review: High-performance monitor for gamers

LG recently released a couple of new monitors for gamers. Among them, one caught my interest: the LG UltraGear 27GP850-B. It’s a 27” monitor with an IPS screen, quick response rate, and fast refresh rate that goes up to 180 Hz. And it’s also available for a reasonable price that many can afford. I’ve asked the company whether I could test it, and they