I used to dread Windows updates. Then I took control of them
… These are Windows survival skills that every user should know. …
… These are Windows survival skills that every user should know. …
… 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. …
… It's a point of pride, in a way, and I want to fix what I can—but sometimes troubleshooting just becomes too much of a bear. …
… Many manufacturers provide a set of pre-selected settings that have been tested and optimize the computer for the average user. …
… The company does, however, keep troubleshooting logs that include a randomly generated username and an internally assigned IP address for each user. The troubleshooting logs are erased every few hours, according to the privacy policy. …
… AutoHotkey is also powerful enough to create full graphical user interfaces, so you can use AHK to create your own little utilities. …
… Power users will enjoy the control, but users who want a simple experience will likely get lost among the options — even with the handy tooltip explanations. …
… Many users also find higher refresh displays feel more responsive during everyday use. …
… I asked several router makers if rebooting a router actually benefits users. …
… HP Enhanced Lighting HP Enhanced Lighting HP's collection of utility software is surprisingly bad, aligned more toward setting up a new printer and solving troubleshooting issues than providing capabilities that an average user might take advantage of. …