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article Eight Windows 10 features that are useful to developers

Eight Windows 10 features that are useful to developers

With Windows 10, Microsoft does not try just to make the lives of home users easier. They also have quite a few features addressed strictly to developers. They allow you to install, run, test and manage apps that were not certified by the Microsoft Store, while also enabling you to track and monitor them both locally and remotely. Here are eight Windows 10 features
tutorial How do I setup and use a VPN on my Android smartphone?

How do I setup and use a VPN on my Android smartphone?

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) are useful to encrypt your traffic, when you connect to public Wi-Fi, or to access your company's network while traveling. Odds are that, besides your Windows devices, you want to use a VPN on your Android smartphone or tablet. Here is how to set up a VPN on your Android device, connect and disconnect from the VPN, and remove the
article 7 better alternatives to the Task Manager from Windows

7 better alternatives to the Task Manager from Windows

The Task Manager app from Windows is an essential feature of the operating system, and nearly everyone has used it on their computers. We also think that the most frequent use of this tool is to close apps that no longer respond to clicks and commands. Besides that, the Task Manager gives you a perspective of the resources available on your devices, how they
article The performance impact of Precision Boost for AMD Ryzen processors

The performance impact of Precision Boost for AMD Ryzen processors

Modern processors come with two stock frequencies, or clocks if you prefer, which tell us their base speed and their boost speed. To be able to adjust their speed on-the-fly, processors need algorithms that tell them when to do that. For AMD's Ryzen processors, those algorithms are called Precision Boost. It is a feature that's built into them and which, theoretically, has a significant
tutorial How to convert a PDF into a Word document that can be edited

How to convert a PDF into a Word document that can be edited

Do you have a PDF file that you want to be able to edit using Microsoft Word? Do you want to learn how to do that without having to buy specialized software or uploading your PDF files to online conversion tools? If you answered yes, then here are two easy and free ways to convert a PDF file into an editable Word document, using
tutorial How do I get the Windows Subsystem for Linux?

How do I get the Windows Subsystem for Linux?

It's been a while since Microsoft declared its love for Linux, and, at first, it felt strange to see Windows 10 embrace the Tux penguin. However, the fact that Windows 10 can run native Linux applications directly, without having to resort to using virtual machines, is proof of Microsoft's new strategy of embracing other ecosystems. Strange times we're living in, right? Were you expecting
article Does AMD's PBO, and AutoOC increase performance?

Does AMD's PBO, and AutoOC increase performance?

One of the features that increases the performance of AMD Ryzen processors is Precision Boost, which raises the frequency of the processor's cores when the workload increases, while keeping both the energy consumption and the temperature in check. If you look into the BIOS of your motherboard, you can also see other terms like PBO (Precision Boost Overdrive) and AutoOC (Auto OverClocking). You may
article What's new in Windows 10 November 2019 Update?

What's new in Windows 10 November 2019 Update?

In November 2019, Microsoft has scheduled the release of the next feature update for Windows 10, bringing it to version 1909. However, this update does not bring significant new features or changes, like previous updates. For November 2019 Update, Microsoft has changed its focus to fixing bugs, and the update comes with smaller fixes and improvements. Most of them are related to fine-tuning how
article What does TDP mean? How should you interpret this term?

What does TDP mean? How should you interpret this term?

You may have come across the term TDP when looking to buy a computer processor, a new laptop, or even a new motherboard. If you read reviews on the internet, you've probably seen some writers mention TDP values as either good or bad. Did you think that TDP is how much electrical power a processor or a similar chip-based hardware part needs? If you
tutorial How do you turn off Autocorrect on Android smartphones?

How do you turn off Autocorrect on Android smartphones?

While some users appreciate having the keyboard on their Android smartphones autocorrect what they write, so their text messages contain fewer mistakes, others hate it. If you want to turn off the Autocorrect feature for your keyboard, be it a Gboard (the Google Keyboard) or SwiftKey Keyboard, read this guide and learn how to do it. Our instructions apply to all smartphones with Android
article Overclocking the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X: What you get and what you lose?

Overclocking the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X: What you get and what you lose?

Ryzen 7 3700X is one of the best processors released by AMD in 2019. With its eight cores and sixteen threads, running at a base clock of 3.6 GHz, and having the ability to boost to a maximum of 4.4 GHz, the Ryzen 7 3700X offers a great balance between price and performance. It is a high performance processor, both in gaming machines, as
tutorial 14 things you can do with the Photos app from Windows 10

14 things you can do with the Photos app from Windows 10

The Photos app is a relatively new app because, although it was first introduced in Windows 8 to replace the old Windows Photo Viewer, it continually evolved with each new iteration of Windows 10. Nowadays, Photos is not just an ordinary picture viewer, but has become a complex app that offers a lot of editing and organizing tools for photographs and videos. Here are
tutorial How to compare two files by content, in Windows

How to compare two files by content, in Windows

There are times when you need to compare two files and check whether their content is different. In some situations, you could just open the two files and look through their contents, like when you want to compare two pictures or two text files. However, that's a rather tedious task to perform, and you might miss small differences, like a slight change in tint
article What is Pantone Validated when it comes to laptops and displays?

What is Pantone Validated when it comes to laptops and displays?

Are you on the lookout for a new laptop or monitor for your computer? Did you hear about novelties such as Pantone Validated electronics? Are you a professional from a design or publishing field who needs to work with accurate colors? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you might be interested to learn more about what Pantone is, and what
tutorial How to configure your touchpad in Windows 10

How to configure your touchpad in Windows 10

If you use a laptop, a 2-in-1 device, or any other kind of mobile computer, you are also probably using a touchpad. Therefore, you should set your touchpad to work the way you want it. Windows 10 gives you many options for handling simple settings like adjusting the touchpad sensitivity, along with advanced settings for configuring touchpad gestures that trigger different actions. Of course,
tutorial The Windows 10 system tray - How to show or hide icons!

The Windows 10 system tray - How to show or hide icons!

  Located on the right side of the taskbar, the system tray, correctly called the Notification area, has been a part of Windows for over 20 years. It kept on improving since it was first introduced with Windows 95, providing easy access to system functions, notifications, and applications. The Windows 10 system tray is more customizable than ever before, as you get to configure
tutorial How to customize the Command Prompt (cmd) in Windows 10

How to customize the Command Prompt (cmd) in Windows 10

The Command Prompt is a powerful tool, and we enjoy using it. However, it does look somewhat boring and unfriendly. The good news is that you can customize Command Prompt aspects according to your needs and preferences, including its appearance and color scheme. This tutorial shows you all the different options you can tweak to make the Command Prompt not only look but also