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How to start Windows 10 in safe mode

How to start Windows 10 in safe mode

Starting your Windows 10 computer in Safe Mode can help diagnose and fix various system issues by loading only the most essential drivers and services. Although the traditional methods to access Safe Mode have changed in Windows 10, you can still enter it using alternative steps. Booting Windows 10 into...

How to create a zip file on Windows 10

Compressing files into a zip format is a convenient way to package multiple files or folders into a single file for easier sharing or storage. While Windows 10 natively supports zip files, the process of creating one might not be immediately apparent to all users. This guide will walk you...

How to check Windows 10 version

Knowing your Windows 10 version is essential for troubleshooting, installing new software, or ensuring compatibility with updates. It provides specific details about the build and edition of Windows running on your computer. Step 1: Click on the Start menu located at the bottom-left corner of your screen, then select the...

How to fix Windows 10 update error 0x80242008

How to fix Windows 10 update error 0x80242008

If you've encountered the Windows 10 update error 0x80242008, you're not alone. This error can disrupt the update process, preventing your system from downloading and installing essential updates. Fortunately, resolving this issue is straightforward. Error 0x80242008 often occurs when the Windows Update handler cancels the operation....

How to turn on bluetooth on Windows 10

How to turn on bluetooth on Windows 10

Enabling Bluetooth on your Windows 10 system allows you to connect wireless devices like headphones, keyboards, and mice. If your device has the necessary Bluetooth hardware, activating it through the Windows settings is a straightforward process. Most laptops come with built-in Bluetooth functionality. However, desktop computers often lack this feature...

How to transfer MKV file to iPhone and iPad
iOS

How to transfer MKV file to iPhone and iPad

It’s no surprise how restricted the iPhones and iPads are when it comes to file sharing. The devices only accept formats which they can play with the inbuilt media libraries. However, third-party apps allow you to play almost any media format on your device, which includes MKV video file...

How to download iOS beta updates on your iPhone and iPad
iOS

How to download iOS beta updates on your iPhone and iPad

Ever wanted to get your hands on the new iOS software before everyone else does? Well, Apple has a beta software program where you can enroll your supported iPhone and iPad devices to get public beta builds before anyone else does. The Apple Beta Software Program lets you install pre-release...

Can't find HomeGroup setting in Windows 10?

Can't find HomeGroup setting in Windows 10?

Microsoft recently released the April 2018 update for Windows 10. The new release brings with it a handful lot of new features, but it also leaves some behind. Windows HomeGroup feature, which let users connect multiple computers under the same network to share files and stuff, has now been removed...

How to fix a stuck iPhone 8 or 8 Plus
iOS

How to fix a stuck iPhone 8 or 8 Plus

There are many reasons your iPhone 8 could get stuck for, the most prominent being an OS update which went wrong and left your iPhone 8 stuck on the Apple logo at startup. This kind of freeze can only be fixed by restoring your phone using iTunes. But for reasons...

How to set custom ringtones on an iPhone running iOS 11
iOS

How to set custom ringtones on an iPhone running iOS 11

Apple’s iPhone comes pre-loaded with some good ringtones. The default ringtone (Opening) and its slightly mixed variant (Reflection) sound great but having your own song or tune set as ringtone on your phone is a different joy. While it’s pretty easy to set a downloaded third-party tune as...

How to share files with nearby devices on Windows 10

How to share files with nearby devices on Windows 10

Windows 10 offers a convenient feature called Nearby Sharing, which allows you to effortlessly share files with other Windows 10 devices that are physically close by. This feature uses Bluetooth or Wi-Fi to transfer files, making it simple to share documents, photos, and links without the need for emails or...

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