I used to dread Windows updates. Then I took control of them
… From here, you can see what updates you've installed and, if needed, choose to uninstall them. …
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Windows updates aren't always why your PC breaks after patching
… Windows users should make it a habit to restart their computers after every change and before installing Windows updates. Make sure there are no problems prior to installing that new Windows update. It'll make troubleshooting easier. …
6 signs your Windows PC needs a reset right now
… I tried troubleshooting—new drivers, new BIOSes for everything, Windows updates, uninstalled bloatware, unplugged new devices, and rolled back to a System Restore point from a few weeks ago. …
Before you blame Windows, check your BIOS
… Boot settings and Secure Boot If you have installed more than one operating system on different drives or need to boot the computer from an external drive, such as Windows installation media on a USB stick, you can use the UEFI/BIOS settings to select which drive the computer should boot from. …
ESET Home Security Premium review: Simple protection with a complex heart
… Further reading: How to get antivirus for cheap Key features of ESET Home Security Premium Installation and user interface After installation, ESET Home Security Premium drops you into the Overview tab, which is the software’s dashboard. …
I turned a Raspberry Pi 5 into a real SSD-powered PC for less than $200
… Further reading: Raspberry Pi troubleshooting: Helpful fixes to common problems Attach the SSD to the HAT and then carefully install the HAT so that all pins are in the correct position. …
The only PC maintenance checklist I don’t hate
… Manage your storage Modern SSDs are so big, it's easy to mindlessly install new stuff after new stuff until you're suddenly out 2TB. …
I used AI to fix my biggest Windows 11 annoyances in minutes
… To get started, download and install AutoHotkey. …
I'm a PC expert. These are the 8 Windows mistakes I still make
… When I reinstall Windows, I just buy new storage drives This sin is more in the vein of a privileged humblebrag than it is a mistake or bad habit, but it's a great example of the kind of paranoia I have when moving to a fresh, new Windows install. …
Trend Micro Maximum Security review: Better alternatives exist
… After multiple troubleshooting attempts, which included uninstalling and reinstalling the software, running Trend Micro’s diagnostic tool, and trying an older version of the installation file, I reset the laptop…yet still failed to get the app to run. …