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How to Remove Password from Windows 10

Some people want to keep everything private and behind the fences, such as passwords and encryptions, while others prefer a more fluid approach and feel stiff when they are constantly faced with this type of security protocol. Depending on the settings, Windows 10 might or might not ask for credentials to log in and let you use your data. If you installed Windows yourself, you had the opportunity…
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How to Delete Backup Files in Windows 10

As large as your PC drive capacity might be, it is almost inevitable it will be full one day. Simply, when you have a situation where the size of movies, photos, and generally files, is increasing with time, it is no wonder you will eventually end up without a space on your drive. However, that isn’t the only reason you are running out of your precious gigabytes. Another important reason is…
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How to Clean a Laptop Keyboard

According to so-called experts who never played World of Warcraft for 16 hours straight, a computer keyboard is one of the filthiest things on Earth, and the same goes for a laptop keyboard. And by filthy, we mean dirtier than the toilet seat; now, that would make sense if you’re the type of person who takes his laptop to the bathroom on a regular basis, but we’re not judging here. Today’s…
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How to Fix Intel Optane Memory Pinning Error

Intel Optane Memory is a form of non-volatile memory that you can add to your computer’s hardware to boost the speed of your HDD or SSD. As far as the concept of memory pinning goes, this is essentially how Intel Optane can pick specific files, programs, and applications for acceleration and this is the function that Intel Optane Memory Pinning Error meddles in. Intel Optane Memory Pinning Error…
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How to Reset CMOS

Short for Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor, CMOS is a small portion of memory whose function is to store your PC’s BIOS or UEFI settings. There is an array of reasons based on which you might need to reset your CMOS; you might be experiencing troubleshooting or hardware compatibility issues, maybe your PC’s doesn’t boot properly, or it hangs a lot. Being in a similar situation to the…
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How to Choose a Filesystem for Your USB Drive

Whenever you are in the process of formatting your newly-bought USB flash drive, you will come across something called a file system. Since your primary concern for getting a USB is to transfer files, images, and videos, etc., you probably won’t think twice about which file system to select. However, choosing the right file system can have a major impact on your overall experience of the USB…
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How to Clean Camera Lens

If you’re looking for the best way to take care of your expensive camera, you’ve landed in the right place, as today’s article will teach you how to clean camera lens in a safe and efficient manner. The thing about camera lenses is that they require a bit of regular maintenance if you want to get the most out of it DSLR, smartphone or whatever device you’re using. Why Clean Camera…
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How to Clean a Laptop Screen. Everything You Need to Know

If you’re reading this article, it’s very probable you’re already having a problem with your filthy laptop. The good news is that today’s “how to” also works for TV owners, i.e. the same theory/practice goes to laptops and TV sets, as both are LCD screens (the vast majority of them anyway). So, what you have here is a “two for the price of one” kind of a deal. Tips and Tricks for…
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How to Use a Router as a Repeater

Have you ever experienced a Wi-Fi No Access Zone within your own house? If your answer is yes, then you can use your router as a repeater and solve this problem. Using a repeater will allow you to extend the range of your Wi-Fi network and make sure that you have access to your network in a larger radius. Turn Router into a Repeater – the Whole Process! First things first, for setting up a…
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How to Protect Your Webcam from Being Hacked

“Camfecting” is a form of Cybercrime in which a hacker attacks your PC’s webcam and gains remote control access to it. Camfecting has skyrocketed in the last few years or so. The fact that it centers around invading your privacy and using it for blackmailing you into handing over a specific amount of money makes it all the more important to steer clear of it. There are many signs that you…
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How to Tell if Your Webcam is Hacked

Hacking into someone’s webcam, or in simple words, “Camfecting”, is getting more common day by day. What happens is that the hacker uses the webcam on your PC to retrieve your private data. He can then use this data for all sorts of nefarious purposes. To make sure your PC never falls prey to Camfecting, you should have a high-quality anti-malware software installed on your PC. Regardless of…
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Why and How to Digitize VHS Tapes

The 2020 lockdown brought with it a lot of pressure and tighter deadlines for most, but spending more time at home also gave way to a renewed nostalgic interest in all the stuff people had laying around the house – old photos, home movies, books collecting dust, and all those long-forgotten VHS tapes. With the great retro resurgence, people have begun looking for advice on how to play old tapes…
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