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How to unlock a phone on every carrier in 2024

Want to break your smartphone out of carrier jail? Here's a guide on how to unlock your phone so you can change carriers or use it while traveling abroad.
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How to check ink levels on an HP, Canon, Epson, or Brother printer

Staying on top of your printer’s ink levels is a great way to prevent a nasty shock when it comes time to print that 300-page document. Here’s a guide to help.
Cleaning a laptop fan with air blower.

How to clean a laptop fan

Cleaning your laptop fan is an important step in maintaining your machine for the best performance. Here, we provide a simple guide to get you started.
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How to find your Windows 11 product key

Your Windows 11 product key is an important piece of information that you’ll be able to access in a few different ways. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help.
How to play Fortnite on Mac

You can play almost any Windows game on Mac — here’s how

With tools like CrossOver and the new Game Porting Toolkit, it's now possible play almost any Windows game on Mac. Here's how.
Windows 10 Home vs. Pro

How to factory reset Windows 10 or Windows 11

If your PC is being sold or has serious errors, then your best option is to factory reset Windows. We'll walk you through the entire process, step by step.
A close-up image of Nvidia's RTX 3080 Ti graphics card.

How to undervolt a GPU: The ultimate guide to undervolting

Undervolting a GPU is a process that may lower the temperatures of your graphics card while maintaining performance. Check our guide to learn how to do it.
YouTube Premium on iPhone.

How to play YouTube in the background on iPhone and Android

Mobile YouTube is great for when you want to watch stuff on the go, but you may just want to listen to YouTube while browsing elsewhere. We'll show you how.
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How to play Fortnite on a Mac: all methods, explained

Want to play Fortnite on your Mac? Despite some hurdles, it can be done. Here are the best ways to get your favorite game running smoothly on your Mac.
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How to deactivate your Instagram account (or delete it)

Need to shut down your Instagram account for a spell? We’ll teach you how to complete your account’s deactivation.
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How to change your Google background in Chrome

Make Chrome more interesting! Here's how to change your Google background in a new tab using themes provided in the Chrome Web Store or using a custom image.
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How to fix a keyboard that won’t type

If your keyboard won't type, it can be extremely frustrating. Fortunately, the fix is probably straightforward. Here's how to do it.
A master ball in a lab in Pokemon GO.

How to get a Master Ball in Pokemon GO

The Master Ball takes all the challenge out of catching a Pokemon in Pokemon GO, but they're extremely rare. Here's what you need to know to get one yourself.
Gameplay action from Animal Crossing: New Horizons for Nintendo Switch.

How to visit Treasure Islands in Animal Crossing

Animal Crossing New Horizons is all about living that island life, but treasure islands are something special. This is how you can find these rare islands.
A person holds up a PS5 controller.

How to turn off adaptive triggers on PS5

Adaptive triggers can make a game feel more immersive, or be an annoying hindrance. If you find it to be more of the latter, here is how you can disable them.

How to block a website

Need to learn how to block a particular website from your kids? Here are multiple ways to do so, using both first- and third-party software on Windows and Macs.
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How to fix it when one of your AirPods isn’t working

AirPods are great — until they don't work. If you find that one of your AirPods isn't working, there are troubleshooting steps you can perform to fix the issue.
Intel Core i9-12900K in a motherboard.

How to undervolt a CPU: Complete guide to undervolting

Undervolting your processor (CPU) can bring huge benefits but it has to be done correctly for your PC to function well. Check out our guide to CPU undervolting.
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How to move games to another SSD on a PlayStation 5

If you've installed another SSD into your PlayStation 5, you can move your games onto that storage device to clean up space on your main SSD. Here's how.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 inside their charging case.

How to charge AirPods wirelessly or with a power cable

Your Apple AirPods or AirPods Pro are only useful if they're charged! This guide will show you how to charge AirPods with a power cable or wirelessly.
A character holding a gun in the left hand in Counter Strike 2.

How to play left-handed in Counter-Strike 2

Southpaws, your cries have been heard! Counter-Strike 2 now lets you play as a leftie, and all it takes is a few small steps in the settings menu to set it up.
On-screen volume adjustment for AirPods using Spotify.

How to make AirPods and AirPods Pro louder and adjust volume settings

Are your new AirPods too quiet for your liking? Here are the best ways to turn up that volume to ensure your AirPods or AirPods Pro are as loud as you want.
AMD RX 7800 XT and RX 7700 XT graphics cards.

How to update AMD drivers to keep your PC running well

Updating your AMD GPU and chipset drivers is simple. Follow our step-by-step guide to get it done in no time.
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How to delete save data on PS5

Sometimes you just want to clean out all of the clutter on your PS5. If you want to get rid of some old save data you'll never need again, here's how to do so.
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How to change bot difficulty in Counter-Strike 2

Practicing against bots is a great way to hone your skills in Counter-Strike 2, but the default setting may not be right for you. Here's how to adjust the bots.
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How to keep your Microsoft Teams status active

Learn how to keep Microsoft Teams active so you never appear as Away to your boss and are always reachable for calls and messages.
Apple Music Sing on an iPhone.

How to use Apple Music Sing

Apple Music Sing is a new sing-along feature that turns your Apple Music app into a karaoke machine. Here's what you need to know and how to use it.
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How to remove a home from your Yale account Keychain

There are a few different ways to remove a lock or property from your Yale Keychain. Here's a look at how it works for both lock owners and guests.
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How to mine Silver in Hades 2

If you're going to get far in Hades 2, you'll need to mine for silver. But unlocking the tool to do so is a little odd — here's what you need to do.
A medieval market in Manor Lords.

How to trade in Manor Lords

Trading is essential in Manor Lords for making sure your early town has adequate supplies, but other traders will be scarce until you do a few things first.
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How to fix iMessage activation errors on your iPhone

Are you having activation errors with iMessage on your iPhone? Here are some fixes for the problem.
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How to fix an Apple Watch that won’t turn on

If your Apple Watch won't power up, there are different things you can try to get it back online. Some of these possible solutions are more obvious than others.
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How to get to Monkey Island in Sea of Thieves

Getting to Monkey Island in Sea of Thieves can feel just as difficult as the classic puzzles. Let us walk you through this tall tale to help you get your prize.
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How to find your phone number on iPhone or Android

Ever forget your own mobile phone number? Whether you're using an iPhone or an Android device, finding your number is easy. Here's how.