This comes with a lot of convenience that one can work on the same kind of environment and synchronize across all devices. Right now, Windows 8.1 has quite a lot of differences with Windows Phone 8.1. One difference is the way both Operating Systems are shutdown. Windows 8.1 comes with a lot of ways to shutdown. You can use the command line to shutdown Windows 8.1 or access it from the Charms Bar settings....

A Windows user profile stores your personal preferences, such as files and folders, Windows configurations, background images/ wallpapers, etc. In this article, we will show you how you can delete your user profile while keeping your user account, or if you want, delete a user account entirely. Why Delete User Profile? You may need to properly delete a user profile in case you are getting rid of your PC but want to make sure that all your personal data is wiped off....

Mozilla has just released Firefox 75 fixing a couple of 0-day exploit fixes and some performance enhancements and new features. With this update, Mozilla Firefox continues to improve its user interface. In this article I will cover the latest features and improvements Firefox is now offering along with some important update details. Release Details Release Date: April 7th, 2020Compatibility: Compatible with Windows (32-bit and 64-bit both), Mac and LinuxCorresponding ESR release: 68....

Despite receiving tough competition from counterparts like Edge and Chrome, Firefox has held its own, thanks to its responsive engine, less memory usage, and feature-packed interface. Let’s discuss some aspects of Firefox browser along with the direct download links to the latest version of the browser for all Operating Systems. In the end, you can also select a specific version of Firefox to be downloaded. What is Firefox Quantum? Firefox’s latest version, Firefox Quantum is claimed to be the fastest version of the browser ever....

This update has been released as part of the “Patch Tuesday” releases which does not bring any significant features to the OS but addresses several other issues and security vulnerabilities. You can download and install the update using the direct download links shared below, or through Windows Update. This update applies to Windows 10 versions 21H2 and 21H1. The table below indicates what the build of your OS will be after installing KB5014699: You can check your Windows 10 version and build number by typing in winver in the Run Command box....

With this update, your file copying and transfers will become significantly faster. KB5014697 also addresses one zero-day vulnerability as well as many other critical vulnerabilities regarding Hyper-V, LDAP, and NFS. More importantly, it also addresses an Elevation of Privilege vulnerability for the Microsoft File Server Shadow Copy Agent Service. Other improvements in this update have been discussed below. Let us see what those are and also consider the issues with this flight, then continue to learn how to install this update....

Microsoft has already released a preview version of the cumulative update in August. If you have installed KB5016691, then most of the fixes included in KB5017328 have already been installed on your system. Let’s go through the changelog and see what’s included in this update. Fixes and improvements in KB5017328 Known Issues Download and Install KB5017328 Windows Update Download KB5017328 Offline Installers Rollback/Remove Windows 11 Cumulative Update Cleanup After Installing Windows Update Block KB5017328 from installing Final Analysis...

Microsoft has released KB5026361 for Windows 10 versions 22H2, 21H2, & 20H2 (Enterprise and Education editions). KB5026361 includes some fixes and security patches for the operating system. However, most of the improvements had already been included in last month’s preview cumulative update which was KB5025297, and installing KB5026361 would automatically install those too. To learn more about the security vulnerability fixes with this update, refer to Microsoft’s MSRC vulnerability guide....

If you think that you have the best batteries money can buy and have a significant backup time, your laptop is still prone to losing its backup duration over time. Most modern laptop batteries are made of lithium-ion cells (Li-ion) or lithium-polymer (Li-poly). Even these are prone to slow degradation and eventually you will need to replace them. Fortunately, there is a method to extend your battery’s life before it is too late, especially if you keep it plugged in most of the time....

What is RAM/Memory? Random Access Memory, or RAM, is a type of memory that is used by processors to run the data and information this is currently being used by the system. Examples of these include‌ ‌running‌ ‌operating‌ ‌system‌ ‌files,‌ ‌device‌ ‌drivers,‌ ‌application‌ ‌data,‌ ‌etc. As soon as the computer is powered off, the data in the RAM is erased. This is because the RAM is a volatile memory, which losses its data as soon as it loses power....

This post shows you how to create a bootable ISO image from a folder using just the Windows Command Line Interface (CLI). The method discussed in this post eliminates the use of third-party software, which is why no paid software is needed, nor do you have to watch any advertisements that accompany a free tool. You can apply this method to create a .ISO file on the Windows command line if:...

Disabling Windows Defender Disabling Windows defender can solve your problem and the extra load on your System’s CPU will reduce when you disable the Defender. But for the protection of your System please install another Security Tool. Disabling Windows Defender Using Registry Editor Using Group Policy Editor Adding Anti-malware service to the Windows Defender Exclusion List Using Registry Editor Open your Run dialog and type “regedit.exe”. And go to following Registry entry....

The use of power plans efficiently makes the battery last longer. There are three default power plans in Windows: Maximum Performance, Balanced and Power Saver. Power Saver makes the computer use less battery by compromising performance, while balanced keeps a balance between power consumption and performance. Maximum performance plan does not limit any kind of resource usage on the laptop. Full Throttle is a program that allows maximum performance mode for selected applications only....

Windows comes with preinstalled tools to help fix the OS. Apart from the built-in troubleshooter you can find in the Settings app, Windows also comes with a Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) tool, System File Checker (SFC), and a Check Disk (CHKDSK) utility, where each performs a different scan and attempts to automatically fix any glitches in the OS. Continue reading this post if you are having trouble with your operating system and would like to learn how to perform these scans, and which one you should perform....

You can now translate almost anything you see on your screen in Windows 10 using Google Translate. Be it an image, a file, or something on the web. The most exciting part is that you do not need to be online for the translation! Learn how to do so below in the article. What is Google Translate Google Translate, as the name implies, is a language-translation tool by (drum roll) Google....

Now, Microsoft has re-released the same update (KB5014023) with a minor difference, but this time it upgrades the operating system’s build to 19044.1741. Except for one minor improvement, all the fixes in last week’s update are included in this update. This means that if you installed KB5014023 the last time, only one minor fix will now be implemented on your PC. New Improvements The last KB5014023 release included 27 fixes and improvements for the Windows 10 operating system....

That said, it is important to keep track of your online activities and protect yourself from potential cyber threats. One way to do this is by using an IP tracker software or service that can trace the IP addresses of devices that connect to your network. With the increasing number of options available, it can be challenging to determine which one is the best fit for you. That’s why we have compiled a list of the top IP tracker software and services on the market, each with its unique features and benefits....

There are a few fixes included in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22616 including a fix for the “Show hidden icons” flyout in the system tray not appearing for some users. This build also includes some new features, like the new controller bar feature, that we’ll talk about in a little bit. When we check out the announcement post, it states that the window for switching from Dev channel to the beta channel will end soon....

KB5011563 was earlier released to the Beta and Release Preview channels for the Insiders. The same update has now been flighted for the stable channel. Installing this update on the stable channel will upgrade the operating system’s build to 22000.593. Type C releases are usually made in the third or fourth week of the month as an effort to further test out the new features and improvements and include mostly non-security updates before they are automatically installed in the following month’s “Patch Tuesday” release....

WinRAR 6 is not free but it comes with a 40-day free trial. After the trial, you will keep getting registration popups but you can keep using the program without any limitations. Download WinRAR 6 To install or upgrade to WinRAR 6, simply download the installer from below and run the setup file. Download WinRAR 6 WinRAR 6 changelog Conclusion Download WinRAR 6 for Windows 64-bit Download WinRAR 6 for Windows 32-bit Download WinRAR 6 for MacOS For more download options, including languages and platforms, please check out WinRAR download page....