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How to keep your Microsoft Teams status active

Learn how to keep Microsoft Teams active so you never appear as Away to your boss and are always reachable for calls and messages.
Official render of Apple's M4 chip.

M4 chip: here’s everything we know about Apple’s latest silicon

Chromebook on a table with a mouse and headphones

Do you need antivirus software on a Chromebook?

Running around a Manor Lords village in third-person.

Manor Lords performance guide: best settings, recommended specs, and more

The Blue Screen of Death seen on a laptop.

Blue Screen of Death: What it means and what to do if you get one

Lenovo Legion 9i front view showing RGB lighting.

Gaming laptops vs. desktops: here’s how to decide which to buy in 2024

A delidded Ryzen 7000 CPU.

Delidding your CPU: What it is and why you should do it

AMD Ryzen 9 3900x pins.

Here’s everything to consider when buying a CPU in 2024

Lunar Lake CPU die.

Everything we know about Lunar Lake, Intel’s big next-generation chips

Intel Arc A770 GPU installed in a test bench.

Intel Battlemage graphics cards: release date speculation, price, specs, and more

The Apple iPhone 15 Plus's gallery app.

How to transfer photos from an iPhone to a computer

Halo running on a MacBook Pro.

MacBook Pro OLED: Here’s everything we know so far

Looking down at the keyboard and trackpad on a MacBook Pro.

How to create a Smart Folder on a Mac

Need a little more organization for your Mac’s files? A Smart Folder or two can help tidy up your OS and layout. Here’s how to make one.
A person using 1Password on a MacBook.

How to allow pop-ups on a Mac

Some pop-ups contain important announcements you may not want to miss. Here’s how to allow your Mac to only show you the pop-ups you care to see.
The M3 MacBook Air in front of a window.

How to change the login picture on a Mac

Taking a moment to create a custom login image on your Mac is a great way to differentiate user profiles. Here’s how to do it.
GIF in Google Slides on a MacBook on a table.

How to change theme colors in Google Slides

Want to take your Google Slides presentations to the next level? Why not try customizing the theme colors of your slideshow? Here’s how to do it.
Simon Cohen wearing the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4.

How to connect Bluetooth headphones to PC

It is fairly easy to connect your Bluetooth headphones to PC. Just follow these steps, and they'll be working in no time.
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How to change where screenshots are saved on a Mac

Are screenshots saving to the wrong spot on your Mac? Here's how to customize which folders screenshots show up in and how to keep them from making clutter.
The TP-Link Archer AXE7800 tri-band Wi-Fi 6E router in a room.

How to change your MAC address on Windows and Mac

Want to change the MAC address on your Windows or Mac PC? Here’s a guide to teach you how in just a few simple steps.
Infinix Zero 30 5G Android phone in gold color with ChatGPT virtual assistant.

How to build your own GPT chatbot without coding

As a ChatGPT Plus subscriber, you’ll be able to use OpenAI’s advanced tools to build a custom chatbot all your own. Here’s how.
The About This Mac window showing storage usage, alongside a window offering suggestions on how to save storage spce in MacOS Monterey.

How to check the storage space on your Mac

Want to check how much disk space you have on your Mac? We’re here to help. We can even show you how to find more storage space for your Mac apps and files.
RAM installed in slots.

How to check how much RAM you have on Windows and Mac

Knowing how much memory, or RAM, that your PC has can help you better plan which applications to install and use. Here's how to find out.
Thermal paste application on CPU.

How to apply and clean off thermal paste

If you're building a PC, you'll need to apply thermal paste to keep your CPU running cool. Here's how to apply new and clean off old thermal paste from your PC.
Memoji creation screen in Messages on Mac.

How to create a Memoji on a Mac

Want to add style and personality to your iPhone’s stockpile of emojis? Here’s how to make and use your very own Memojis.
A family using the computer to browse Fios internet together.

How to create a bibliography in Word on Windows and Mac

What’s a college paper without a bibliography? Here’s how to use Microsoft Word to build a quick and easy bibliography for your next assignment or presentation.
Creating a Smart Playlist in Music on a MacBook.

How to create a Smart Playlist in Apple Music

A Smart Playlist is an amazing way to keep your Mac Music app packed with great songs and artists. Here’s how to make one.
A Yahoo mail inbox.

How to change your Yahoo password on desktop and mobile

Updating your Yahoo account password is very easy. Here’s instructions on how to do it on a desktop PC or mobile device.
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D chip.

What is CPU cache, and why is it so important for gaming?

CPU cache can have a big effect on processor and system performance. But what is cache, and what does it do? Read on to find out.
Laptop Working from Home

How to change margins in Google Docs

Adjusting your margins in Google Docs is actually pretty easy once you know how. In this guide, we'll show you how to change margins in Google Docs in two ways.
Microsoft word document.

How to alphabetize lists in Microsoft Word

Microsoft Word can alphabetize lists with just a few quick keystrokes. Here's how to do it.
Microsoft word document.

How to build a table of contents in Microsoft Word

Inserting a table of contents in Microsoft Word provides an overview of the content. Here’s a guide on how to create a table of contents in Microsoft Word.
A Microsoft Excel icon in the dock on a Macbook.

How to alphabetize data in an Excel spreadsheet

Knowing how to alphabetize in Excel can be a real time-saver. Here, we look at how to alphabetize columns (and even rows) in an Excel spreadsheet.
The top corner of Gmail on a laptop screen.

How to delete your Gmail account (and what you need to know)

Whatever the reason for deleting your Gmail account, doing so is not a difficult process. Here’s a guide to help you along the way.
Google Drive in Chrome on a MacBook.

How to delete a file from Google Drive on desktop and mobile

Is it time to delete a file in Google Drive? With this handy guide by your side, you’ll be a deletion guru in five minutes or less!

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