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How to charge your Surface laptop to 100%: Solving the smart charging mystery
Microsoft's latest Surface Pro 8 and Surface Laptop Studio include smart charging, a feature that protects the battery by keeping it from being fully charged. Here's how to turn that off so you can fully charge your laptop.
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How to switch out of Windows 11 S Mode
Windows 11 Home in S Mode may ship by default on PCs like the Surface Go 3, preventing you from installing "unverified" apps that aren't in the Windows Store. Here's how to upgrade from Windows 11 S to Windows 11 Home.
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How to turn on Auto HDR in Windows 11
Windows 11's Auto HDR tech lets you experience eye-popping visuals even in games that don't natively support HDR. Here's how to turn it on.
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How to choose the right RAM for your PC
Picking the right memory for your computer isn't as straightforward as you might think. Here's what you need to know.
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How to get Office 365 on the cheap
Office 365 discounts: How to get Microsoft's subscription for less
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How to check your SSD's health and other stats
CrystalDiskInfo is a free tool that can provide deeper insight into your SSD's health and well-being. Here's how to use it.
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How to check what graphics card you have
Determining what graphics card you have lets you know what sorts of games and applications you can run. Here's how to do that.
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How to check CPU and memory usage
Here's how to see just how hard your processor and RAM are working.
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How to remove the Widgets button from Windows 11
With just a few clicks, you can get rid of the Widgets button (or Search, or the Task View virtual desktops) from Windows 11.
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How to upgrade to Windows 11: Every option explained
We'll show you how to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 through several easy methods, from downloading an ISO to using Windows 10's Windows Update tool.
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How to speed up your laptop with Windows 11's power mode
Windows has an easy way to increase your PC's performance. In Windows 11, it's called the Power Mode. We'll show you how to find Power Mode in Windows 11.
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How to make Windows 11 look like Windows 10
Windows 11 gives Microsoft's operating system a bold new look, but you can still make it feel (mostly) familiar. Here's how.
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Twitch hack: How to change your password and set up two-factor authentication
Here's how to change your Twitch password and set up two-factor authentication in the wake of a massive alleged hack.
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How to move Windows 11's Start menu to the left corner
If you don't like the new, centered look of Windows 11's Start menu and Taskbar icons, here's how to move them back to their familiar left-hand corner.
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How to use Discord: A beginner's guide
Discord has taken the gaming world by storm. Here's how to start using the popular messaging tool.
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How to install memory (RAM) in your PC
Upgrading your PC's RAM is one way to make your computer feel far more snappy. Here's how to do it.
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How to check your PC's CPU temperature
Is your PC's processor too hot? Here's how to monitor your computer's CPU temperature, and lower it if needed.
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Use your TV as a computer monitor: Everything you need to know
Will that big, sexy screen look as good on your desk as it does in your living room? Let's dig into the specifics of using an HDTV with your PC.
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Pick the perfect motherboard with these 5 tips
Choosing the right motherboard might seem confusing, but this guide can help you shop smart.
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