Even though a Windows user can join a FaceTime call, the call has to be initiated from an Apple device. They don’t have the option to start a call from their computer, which is a little awful, but ...

Have an old computer lying around the house? Don't just throw it away. Improperly disposing of your old Windows computer can lead to significant environmental and security concerns that can have ...

Q: Is there a simple way to manage a single Windows computer that everyone in the family uses? A: The standard way to keep things separate is to create separate user accounts, each with its own ...

Microsoft has invested heavily in increasing the security of Windows. The firewall, the automatically activated antivirus program, various security functions for protection against boot viruses and ...

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Learn how to back up your computer automatically with Windows, OneDrive, and third-party tools while keeping data secure, organized, and easy to restore.

BitLocker is the most common way to encrypt your Windows PC to protect it against data theft in the event that someone steals your PC, but it isn't the only option. If your PC doesn't have BitLocker ...

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This post explains how to find your computer’s username and password in Windows 11. Usernames and passwords are assigned to users when they first set up their Windows account. They are the unique ...

In typical computer systems, the volume level is measured on a scale of 0 to 100, with 100 being the maximum volume. However, if you find that the volume on your computer isn't loud enough, you might ...

Are you still using Windows 10 on your desktop or laptop? If so, you need to know this: As of October 14, Microsoft moved the software to its "end of life" phase. What that means is that while Windows ...