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Sep 25, 2025 · For when regular Command Prompt isn't enough.Run Command Prompt as Admin with the Run Box If you're used to using the "Run" box to open apps, you can use that to …

Aug 6, 2023 · Do you want to use Gmail as a desktop app, much like how you use other email clients like Outlook? Does Google officially offer a Gmail app for computer users? As a Gmail …

Nov 20, 2023 · To update your Windows audio drivers, open Device Manager, right-click your sound card, and choose "Update Driver." Other update methods include using Windows …

Oct 1, 2023 · In Windows 11, you usually don't need to update drivers unless you're facing specific issues or updating a graphics card driver. Windows Update automatically keeps many …

Nov 9, 2022 · To create a contact group (distribution list) in Outlook on Windows, click the "People" icon and Contacts > New Contact Group. Enter a name for the group, add your …

Dec 4, 2023 · You can find your Windows 10 PC name by right-clicking the Start menu, choosing "System," and checking the value next to "Device Name." You can also bring it up with the …

Aug 14, 2022 · The process to tweak screen saver settings is the same for both Windows 10 and Windows 11 PCs. We use a Windows 10 PC in the guide below.

Mar 29, 2022 · Microsoft made it easier to change your default web browser on Windows 11 in March 2022. Specifically, the change was made in the KB5011563 update, which was …