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Tutorials, how-to guides, and blog posts about using Windows. How to use laptops, tablets, PCs, and other gadgets with Windows.

tutorial What is an IP address and a subnet mask, in simple terms?

What is an IP address and a subnet mask, in simple terms?

IP addresses and subnet masks stand at the core of computer networking. They are not concepts that are easy to understand in their entirety, especially if you do not have a technical background. However, with a bit of help, anybody can understand the basics of IP addresses and subnet masks, what they do, and why they are useful. If you want to know what
article What is Microsoft's OneDrive? How is it used?

What is Microsoft's OneDrive? How is it used?

If you use a PC or a laptop with Windows 10, a Microsoft Surface tablet, or an Xbox One console, you have undoubtedly come across OneDrive, even if you don't use it. The same is true if you are using Office 365. You might have seen OneDrive even on your Android smartphone. Are you asking yourself: What is OneDrive? Do you want to know
tutorial How to share the screen on Skype (Windows, Android, iPhone, Mac)

How to share the screen on Skype (Windows, Android, iPhone, Mac)

Knowing how to share your screen on Skype is useful in a variety of situations. Whether you need help with your computer, want to show a presentation to your colleagues, or feel like getting a loved one's opinion on your dating profile, you can use Skype screen sharing during calls to broadcast what you see on your device. This tutorial shows you how to
tutorial 6 ways to join a Zoom meeting

6 ways to join a Zoom meeting

As more people are starting to work from their homes, online meetings are also becoming a necessity. Fortunately, there are quite a few services that allow you to meet online with your work colleagues, business partners, and friends. One of the best solutions is Zoom. If you need to join a meeting on Zoom, do you know how to do it? Are you wondering
tutorial How to add metadata to photos, in Windows 10

How to add metadata to photos, in Windows 10

Most people are not aware of the fact that every file in your computer stores a set of information about its source, author, and other details, depending on its type. This information is called metadata, and you can say that metadata represents "data about data." Pictures are a particular type of file, not just because they store visual information, but also because they have
tutorial How to get updates about COVID-19 on WhatsApp

How to get updates about COVID-19 on WhatsApp

Did you know that you can get updates about COVID-19 on WhatsApp? During the Coronavirus pandemic, the app has been making the necessary social distancing more bearable by connecting both individuals and communities. Recently, several countries and organizations launched WhatsApp messaging services, in an effort to keep the general population informed and provide reliable data. This article shows you how to get updates about
tutorial How to Fetch Files with OneDrive from a Windows PC

How to Fetch Files with OneDrive from a Windows PC

Storing your files in OneDrive is a great way to access your data conveniently. Once your files are in the cloud, you can view or edit them using any device with internet access. But what happens if there is a file you need from your Windows computer, but it isn't stored in your OneDrive folder? You may think you're out of luck, but that
tutorial 2 ways to host meetings on Zoom

2 ways to host meetings on Zoom

Zoom has become one of the most used online communication tools in the world, partly because its services and apps are of excellent quality and easy to use, partly because many people are working remotely from their homes these days. If you're looking for a communication service that lets you keep in touch with your colleagues, friends, or family, Zoom might be the solution
tutorial 2 ways to create a Zoom Meetings account

2 ways to create a Zoom Meetings account

As the internet access expands and more online work tools emerge, people are starting to work remotely from their homes instead of going into the office. As a consequence, there are many more of us who have come to rely on online meetings and internet audio and video calls on a daily basis. Whether it's for work or keeping in touch with our families,
tutorial How to remote access Windows 10 from Mac

How to remote access Windows 10 from Mac

To remote access Windows 10 from Mac, you can use the Microsoft Remote Desktop 10 app. With it, computers running Windows 10 Professional or Enterprise can be controlled remotely through the Remote Desktop protocol. This allows a remote user using macOS to log in to the Windows 10 computer and control it as if he or she were sitting right in front of it.
tutorial How to use Skype on Windows 10 like a Pro

How to use Skype on Windows 10 like a Pro

Both on Windows 10 and on mobile platforms, Microsoft simplified Skype's user experience, making it look similar and work the same on touch-based devices and regular mouse and keyboard ones. In this tutorial, we show you how to use Skype on Windows 10, in the hope that we can help you understand Skype's main user interface elements. So here's how you can use Skype
article What is DHCP? How does it work?

What is DHCP? How does it work?

Ever heard about DHCP? It is one of those technical things that keeps the internet working every day, and most people have no idea that it exists, let alone know what it does. However, you may have heard a friend or the IT guy from work mentioning terms like DHCP, DHCP servers, or DHCP clients. Were you wondering what all that gibberish was about?
tutorial Windows 10 Tablet mode: Learn all about it and how to use it!

Windows 10 Tablet mode: Learn all about it and how to use it!

The Windows 10 Tablet mode was designed to help you take advantage of your touchscreen device. However, if you enjoy the full-screen Tablet mode environment more than the classic windowed one, you can also use it on your desktop computer. This tutorial explains what the Windows 10 Tablet mode is and how to activate it. See how to configure Tablet mode, and use it
tutorial How to enable Remote Desktop in Windows 10 (or Windows 7)

How to enable Remote Desktop in Windows 10 (or Windows 7)

Remote Desktop connections allow you to connect to a PC or device through the internet or a local network. When you are connecting to a Windows 10 or Windows 7 PC, you see that computer's desktop, and you can access its apps, files, and folders as if you were sitting in front of its screen. This is useful for IT professionals and business users
tutorial How to change your user account name in Windows 10

How to change your user account name in Windows 10

  Changing the name of your user account in Windows 10 can be tricky. The process differs depending on your permissions and the type of your user account, but we try to make it crystal-clear for you. If you ever asked yourself "How do I rename an account in Windows 10?", look no further. In this tutorial we share how to rename both local
tutorial 9 ways to pin shortcuts to the Windows 10 taskbar

9 ways to pin shortcuts to the Windows 10 taskbar

You probably have some apps, programs, or other tools that you use often, and, as such, you want to have speedy access to them. An excellent way to make that happen is to pin those items to the taskbar. Furthermore, that's not everything that you can pin to it. You can also pin special shortcuts and items to the taskbar, such as File Explorer's