View Essential System Details with myResources
myResources was designed to quickly provide details about your machine's disk, CPU, memory, and network statuses displayed in either graph or active icons. You will be able to view the above-mentioned resources on a merged graphic chart (SumGraph), providing you with an informative option for monitoring your machine's internal processes. You can adjust the colors of the active icons to suit your taste, and by clicking on a specific resource icon, you will see the associated graph containing the values for the last 30 seconds. These v...

Control When Windows 10 Updates with Kill-Update
Kill-Update allows you to control when updates happen. You can set up active-hours for updates in Windows 10 or by disabling the Group Policy Editor but for novice users and those that want more control; this may be a more straightforward solution. All that you need to do is right-click on the systray icon which will display the menu.

How to Fix There Was a Problem Resetting Your PC Error on Windows 10
Windows 10 now includes "Reset this PC," which can reinstall Windows 10 without losing all of your personal files or if you want to reset your computer to factory fresh. It works well unless you receive a "There was a problem resetting your PC error on Windows 10" error. Here are the steps you can take to fix this.

How to Turn on or off Recommended Troubleshooting in Windows 10
Beginning with Windows 10 version 1903, Microsoft has added Recommended Troubleshooting to fix any problems that arise automatically. Unlike the previous attempts (Microsoft FixIt), the new troubleshooter are very good and can correct many issues or steer you in the right direction. That said, you can turn off Recommended Troubleshooting. Here's how.

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Hey There Geeks! This is as good a place as any to drop a few special offers available only at MajorGeeks.com. As with all sales, they change all the time, so check back often. https://www.idrive.com/idrive/signup/el/majorgeeks90 This one is close to my heart. I have always believed that backups are only slightly less important than your heart beat. However, the only good backup is one you remember to do. This is where iDrive comes in. iDrive is a cloud based, automatic, mutli-platform service that has additional features like versioning and cl...

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How to Set a New Home / Start Page In Edge
How do I change my home page in Edge and get rid of the MSN news page?

How To Remove the Bing Discover Button on Microsoft Edge for Windows, Mac and Linux
With the release of Edge Version 111.xxx Microsoft has added a new ''Discover'' Button, the gateway button, to Microsoft's version of ChatGPT. Clicking the button allows you to type a question and get an annotated answer or even write a few short paragraphs for an email of project. There is more than just a button, though - there's an entire bar taking up a significant amount of screen estate on the right-hand side of your browser with tools like coupons, calculators, and another search icon... If you find this annoy...

How to Block Spam Calls on a Samsung Phone
I have been getting bombarded with SPAM calls this week. Most are just hangups, but all of them are annoying. Looking into it, blocking Spammers is surprisingly easy on a Samsung / Android phone. Admittedly though, I need one of your iPhone users to chime in on how to do this on an Apple device. I won't have one. On your Samsung / Andriod Phone 1. Open the Phone app. 2. Tap the three-dot menu icon on the top right corner and select Settings. 3. Toggle on Caller ID and spam protection. Thats it. If you want to adjust further, tap the words ...

How to Install Threads on Your Windows Desktop
Threads is a new app from Instagram that lets you have closer, more intimate conversations with your close friends. It's currently only available on iOS and Android, but there is a way to install it on your Windows desktop using the Windows Subsystem for Android available in Windows 11. You can install WSA on Windows 10 using https://github.com/cinit/WSAPatchWSAPatch, but it takes a fair bit of know-how and likely outside the scope of the average user. So, if you have Windows 11 installed, here are the steps on how to install Threads on...

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Here's What You Need to Know About LogoFAIL
LogoFAIL is not a virus but rather a set of vulnerabilities in the firmware of many computers that allows attackers to bypass security measures and install malicious software. LogoFAIL affects the firmware when displaying the manufacturer's logo during the boot process. Firmware is software embedded in a hardware device, such as a computer, smartphone, printer, or router. Firmware controls the basic functions and operations of the device, such as booting, loading, and communicating with other components. Specifically, LogoFAIL affects the Unif...

Using AeroShake To Clear Your Desktop
One of the features of Windows 10 / 11 is the ability to use AreoShake to grab an open Window and clear the screen. This means that you can quickly minimize all the other windows on your desktop by shaking the one you want to focus on. Even though this feature was first introduced in Win7, I have never used it until today. Turns out it's wicked handy. To do this, you need to click and hold the title bar of the window you want to keep and then move your mouse back and forth rapidly. This will make all the other windows disappear, leaving on...

How to Edit Audio in Your Videos Using Shotcut
This is a quick example of how to edit the audio volume in your video using Shotcut. In this example, you can also see how to split the video into usable sections to increase or decrease volume as desired in each setion. Added bonus is you get to see how handsome my dog is. Shotcut is an Open Source, cross-platform video editor capable of converting and editing video files in various formats. You can download the latest version here: https://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/shotcut.html...

How to Diagnose RAM Issues with Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool: A Step-by-Step Guide
Is your computer experiencing random crashes, freezes, or unexpected blue screens? Don't panic! Before tossing your machine out the window (figuratively), consider your RAM (Random Access Memory). A bad bit of RAM is like that one unreliable friend in a group project. Everyone else is pulling their weight, contributing their parts flawlessly, but this one friend needs to remember their task, mixing up details, or just randomly dropping out of the conversation. The result? A project (or computer operation) that's unexpectedly quirky, some...

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Unlock Google's Hidden Powers: Search Tricks Every Geek Should Know
Hey Geeks! Let's talk search. You might think you've mastered Google, tossing in a few keywords and getting your results. Not anymore the recent Helpful Content Update from Google was supposed to prioritize content that genuinely serves users, but for many, it hasn't lived up to the promise. Instead, search results are often cluttered with low-quality, keyword-stuffed pages or AI-generated content that doesn't fully address real user needs or dominated by user-generated content from sites like Reddit, TikTok and Quora, which,...

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Here's a list of Black Friday Deals sent to us for geeks, by geeks -- that you probably won't see anywhere else. We will keep this updated as they come in. Fortect, one of the most complete system repair and maintenance programs on the market, has given MajorGeeks readers https://secure.fortect.com/?trackid=24285680an exclusive 65% off!for up to 5 PCs with a 60-day money-back guarantee. You could get a license and repair all your family's PCs for the year as their Christmas gift -- and never have to touch their PCs! What more co...

TikTok Ban: What Happens If the Supreme Court Upholds It?
The Supreme Court is deliberating a potential nationwide ban on TikTok, a move stemming from the US government's security concern over its Chinese parent company, ByteDance. The ban is set to take effect January 19, 2025. With 170 million US users and thousands of creators, this decision has far-reaching implications not just for TikTok itself but for what this means regarding speech on the internet and how users might adapt to law and to change platforms. Here's what the ruling could mean for TikTok users and the broader social media lan...

3 Ways To Add Everything Search To Total Commander
https://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/total_commander_for_android.htmlTotal Commander and https://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/everything.htmlEverything Search have been our two top fan favorites for -- well, probably forever. Total Commander is one of the single best file managers on the planet, highly configurable, and a joy to use. Everything Search is quite simply the fastest way to search your Windows. In a recent video we did on https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6sFtIaL_A2gEverything Search UberGeek DavidHolmes167 mentioned the posibility...

Two Solid Freebies from Ashampoo Grab WinOptimizer & Backup for Free with Registration!
Hey Geeks, we've got a solid freebie alert for you. Actually, make that two! Subscribers to our newsletter already know this, but Ashampoo is offering WinOptimizer 26 and Backup 25 completely free to the MajorGeeks Army. Yep, 100% free of charge as long as you register. That's it. No trials, no sneaky ''only free for 7 days'' nonsense. Just real professional software that is really free. What's the Catch? None really. Well, you need to do a quick registration wth your email. Ashampoo will need your email to sen...

Power Plan vs Power Mode in Windows 11 - What's the Difference?
Learn the difference between Power Plan and Power Mode in Windows 11, how each setting works, and how to change them for better performance or battery life.

How To Transfer Your Settings and Files to a New Windows 11 PC
Transfer your files, settings, photos, and preferences to a new Windows 11 PC using Microsoft's built-in backup and transfer tools with this step-by-step guide.

4 Ways To Add/Remove Optional Windows Features
Learn 4 easy ways to add or remove optional Windows features in Windows 11 using Settings, Windows Features, PowerShell, or DISM commands.

Which Sleep States Are Available on Your PC?
/content/file/6013_image1.png Your PC supports more power states than just on and off. Some of them are even hybrid and altered versions of existing states. They differ based on how much power the computer uses, when your operating system restarts, how long it takes for your computer to boot to a working state, and other factors. In short, there are six system power states, numbered S0 to S5, with S1, S2, and S3 being sleep states specifically. To see which ones are available/unavailable on your system, do the following: Press Win + X, select Te...

How To Disable Widgets on Lock Screen
Learn how to disable widgets on the Windows 11 lock screen using Settings, Group Policy, or Registry Editor for a cleaner, distraction-free login screen.

How To Manually Enable or Disable Scheduled Maintenance Tasks
Keep Windows maintenance under your control with this step-by-step guide showing how to manually enable or disable Scheduled Maintenance tasks in Windows. Ideal if background maintenance runs at bad times, wakes your PC, or you simply want more control over automatic upkeep and performance.

Change What Closing the Laptop Lid Does
Learn how to change what closing your laptop lid does in Windows using Settings, Power Options, Advanced Power Settings, or Group Policy.

5 Ways To Uninstall Copilot
Learn 5 easy ways to uninstall Copilot from Windows using Start menu, Settings, PowerShell, Group Policy Editor, or Microsoft Edge.

How To Change the Display Refresh Rate in Windows 11
Learn how to change the display refresh rate in Windows 11 using Settings, Display Adapter Properties, or NVIDIA Control Panel for smoother gaming and scrolling.

How To Reset Local Security Policy Settings in Windows 11
Reset Local Security Policy settings in Windows 11 using Command Prompt or PowerShell with simple steps to restore default security configurations.

How To Enable or Disable File and Printer Sharing in Windows 11
Enable or disable file and printer sharing in Windows 11 using Settings or PowerShell, with step-by-step instructions for private, public, and domain networks.

How To Turn On or Off Network Discovery in Windows 11
Turn network discovery on or off in Windows 11 using Settings or PowerShell, with step-by-step instructions and fixes for common issues.

How To Allow or Deny Apps Access to the Camera
Control which apps can access your camera in Windows using Settings, command line, or Group Policy, with step-by-step instructions for managing permissions and improving privacy.

How To Remove Metadata From Photos in Windows
Remove sensitive EXIF metadata from your photos in Windows using built-in tools or ExifTool. Learn how to protect your privacy by stripping location data and personal details.

Location Services - How To Turn On/Off in Windows 11
Control location services in Windows 11 with simple steps using Settings, PowerShell, or Group Policy to protect your privacy and manage app access.

How To Manually Update Microsoft Defender in Windows 11
Manually update Microsoft Defender in Windows 11 using Windows Update, Windows Security, direct downloads, or Command Prompt with this quick step-by-step guide.

What's Your System Type?
Quickly learn how to check your Windows system type (32-bit, 64-bit, or ARM) using Settings, System Information, or Command Prompt so you can install the right apps.

How To Enable or Disable Apps Access to Your Microphone
Learn how to enable or disable microphone access for apps in Windows 11 using Settings, Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Group Policy Editor.

Dynamic Lighting - How To Enable/Disable and Customize It
/content/file/6071_image1.png Dynamic Lighting lets you control your RGB devices in Windows Settings. This includes global settings for all connected compatible devices and adjusting each one individually. Microsoft has partnered with several manufacturers, including Acer, ASUS, Logitech, HP, Razer, and more. Basically, instead of relying on third-party apps and integrations, you can now manage your lights natively. This feature was introduced back in 2023, but I only tried it out recently while messing around with G Hub. Here's how to enable...

How To Turn On/Off Text and Image Generation in Windows 11
Learn how to turn text and image generation features on or off in Windows 11 using Settings, Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Group Policy Editor.

How To End Tasks Right From the Taskbar
Learn how to enable the hidden End Task option in Windows 11 so you can quickly force-close frozen apps directly from the taskbar without opening Task Manager.

4 Quick Ways To Restore Deleted Items From the Recycle Bin
/content/file/6081_image2.png If you accidentally delete a file, you can rely on the Recycle Bin as a safety net. It keeps your deleted items all in one place, waiting for you to restore them or permanently delete them. So, if your hand slips, don't worry - your files are only a couple of clicks away. However, keep in mind these methods will only work if you haven't emptied your Recycle Bin. To bring back permanently deleted files, you'll have to try your luck with data recovery tools or cloud backups. Via Undo Delete This trick w...

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