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How to move and delete apps on the Roku home screen
Rearranging apps on the Roku home screen can be done in a few easy steps, but it might not be an obvious process to new users.
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New Outlook: How to use offline mode and save emails locally
In one of the latest Windows updates, Microsoft enabled offline functionality in the new version of Outlook ('Outlook (new)').
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Your PC’s Windows install needs spring cleaning too. Here’s how to do it
It's worth giving Windows a good tidy-up from time to time to dust off the system and restore its old speed. No problem with the right steps and tools.
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Annoyed by the new Plex app? Change these 4 settings
Not a fan of the new bottom tabs or the sudden appearance of user reviews in Plex’s “new experience” mobile app? Here’s how to get rid of them.
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How to use NordVPN’s Meshnet to create a direct, secure link between devices
NordVPN's Meshnet enables the secure connection of multiple devices — like a protected LAN — when activated on PC and mobile device.
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Windows’ 100% volume is a phony limit. Here’s how I boost audio 6x higher
You don't have to settle for Window's 100 percent volume setting. Here's how to break that limit and boost your PC's volume by up to 600 percent.
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How to quickly insert an electronic signature in Word
You no longer want to sign your Word documents by hand, but want to insert an electronic signature into the document quickly and easily. This is how it works.
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This simple USB cable accessory is helping me reclaim hours of my time
If you've been struggling with an indistinguishable heap of USB cables, then you really need this simple USB cable accessory.
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Moving from Windows 10 to Windows 11? What’s different, and how to adapt
Windows 11 isn't as different from Windows 10 as it might seem at first glance. And what you can't get used to, you can often restore.
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Is a hacker logged into your Google account? Here's how to tell
If someone’s lurking within your email, photos, and other files, you can boot them.
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Use this trick to beat shady 'dynamic pricing' when shopping online
Dynamic pricing algorithms adjust prices individually, often not in the customer's favour. Delete cookies to defend yourself against this.
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How to pick the right in-wall smart dimmers and switches
Lighting control is a smart home essential. We'll help you sort through your options to find the best solution, whether that be Wi-Fi, Matter, Zigbee, or Z-Wave.
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More performance for laptops for free: The best tuning tips and tools
Free notebook tuning. Use these tips and tools to get the best possible performance and stability out of your laptop.
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Already using random passwords? Great. It’s still not enough
You should definitely use random passwords. But now they’re only just one part of the best way to bolster your online security.
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Malware can lurk in file conversion tools, FBI warns. Try these instead
Watch out for lesser-known document converters, because they might steal your identity—or hold your PC for ransom.
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I revived this vintage radio and turned it into a desktop music player
With an old radio and a spare phone, you can create a desktop music station that plays your own music around the clock with zero fuss.
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Stopped checking Facebook? How to get email alerts for messages and invites
Worried about missing Facebook messages, invites, and more? Set up email alerts and be notified whenever stuff happens on your Facebook account.
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Is your Windows PC's security firewall good enough? An explainer
Does the Windows firewall protect your computer sufficiently? What contribution does your router make — and who needs additional security software? This article explains.
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Why you should never, ever delete your spam email
Instead of deleting spam emails, you should consider marking them, which teaches the spam filter to better recognize and catch unwanted emails.
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