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USB-C not charging? Try these tricks
Here are a few tips to try when your USB-C device isn't charging.
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How to use an external monitor with a gaming laptop
If your gaming laptop screen feels too cramped, hook up an external monitor! Here's how to do it and what you need to know.
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Here's why the F and J keys on keyboards have bumps on them
The F and J keys on the keyboard have small bumps on them. There's a practical reason for it.
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How to speed up your laptop without spending a dime
There's nothing more disappointing than an agonizingly slow laptop. If you're looking to speed things up, here's how to do it without spending your hard-earned cash.
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How to work on your laptop with a migraine
My wife, a migraine sufferer, offers her tips to get through the day while using a laptop. Try them — they may help you!
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How to turn your laptop into a desktop workstation
If you're not going anywhere for a while with your laptop, why not kick back and get the full desktop experience? Here's how.
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How to use a laptop with multiple monitors: The ultimate guide
If you work exclusively with your laptop, and enjoy media or play games, a second or third screen is a must. You can find suitable solutions here.
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How to repair USB 3.0 ports in Windows 11
USB 3.0 is still one of the most popular USB standards. However, it can happen that the USB 3.0 ports on the Windows 11 PC no longer work for no apparent reason. Fortunately, they can be repaired in most cases.
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How to fix audio problems on your Windows PC
If your computer audio abruptly stops working, you can try these simple steps in five minutes or less.
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Windows 11: How to improve your security and privacy
We show you how Windows 11 keeps you safe and how to maximize your privacy.
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Don't be fooled by back-to-school Chromebook trap deals
Amazon vendors are selling Chromebooks whose support runs out soon. It's a trap! Here's how to pick the best Chromebook deals for back-to-school.
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9 tips for preventing laptop theft
With this guide and the right tools, you can protect your laptop from theft—and that's especially important when you're distracted or on vacation.
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How to find power-hogging software with Windows Task Manager
If you're trying to salvage every last bit of battery life on your laptop, the Windows Task Manager can help you find the programs consuming the most power.
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3 tweaks that help your laptop battery last longer
If you're trying to help your laptop's battery survive until the end of the day, these three settings tweaks help substantially.
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Is your laptop slow? Try these 9 things before you give up
Don't ditch that aging laptop until you try these speed-boosting tricks first.
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How to factory reset your Windows 11 laptop
If you're dealing with a slow laptop, a factory reset may be in order. Here's how to do it.
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How to take a screenshot on your Windows 11 laptop
Need to take a screenshot on your Windows 11 laptop? We've got you covered.
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How to update your laptop’s Nvidia graphics driver
To get the best experience out of your gaming laptop, you should always make sure your Nvidia graphics driver is up to date.
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How to change the default browser on your laptop
Switching to a different browser is shockingly easy. Here's how to do it.
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