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Microsoft releases a new and improved version of Visual Studio after almost every couple of years. One problem with programs built with a specific version of Visual Studio is that the code can be edited, compiled and debugged in the same version. You have to update your code to compile and run it on a newer Visual Studio version. Like the collection of VC++ redistributables, on this page, we will share the direct download links to all versions of Visual Studio....

What is Media Creation Tool? Windows 10 Media Creation tool has two functions: What is Media Creation Tool? How to use Media Creation Tool 1- Download 2- Running the setup 3- Choose your option 4- Upgrading PC 5- Install Windows 10 Version 20H2 6- Create installation media Windows Update Assistant is another tool which can be used to upgrade the PC seamlessly but I prefer the media creation tool. If you want to upgrade your PC to the latest version of Windows 10, you should select the first option....

Before we dig into the details of what this update offers, we would like to bring to your attention that Microsoft had earlier released KB5019509 to the Release preview channel for the Insiders. However, this stable channel release includes the older improvements, as well as a few new ones. Installing this optional update would upgrade your operating system’s build to 22621.675. It has some interesting features that you can benefit from ahead of these features being publically available in next month’s Patch Tuesday release....

However, there can be a need to install certain applications while offline, such as on a computer with no internet connectivity, or limited access. In that case, what you can do is download the Appx or AppxBundle files for an application, move them to the isolated computer, and then install it there. This process is known as “Sideloading.” In this article, we discuss what an Appx/AppxBundle file is, how you can download the files from Microsoft Store, and then install them on another computer....

While using a Microsoft Store app, the Start menu, or the Settings app, the scrollbar on the right side is only visible when you take your pointer to the right of the window or use the scroll wheel on your mouse. Even then, the scrollbar is not its maximum size as it should be. Thankfully, you can disable the auto-hiding feature on the scroll bar in Windows 10 and Windows 11....

That said, there is a solution to this problem. You may use any following bandwidth limiters on your Windows computer to restrict the bandwidth of certain applications and programs. Many tools can restrict your selected apps to use a certain amount of bandwidth. This is maybe necessary if you are on a limited data plan. Following are some bandwidth limiters for your system that may help you in restricting bandwidth for any app on your PC....

Using different terminals, you can connect to remote computers, transfer large files, execute cmdlets remotely, and even run apps and programs on a remote computer. Other than that, it also enables you to perform complex automation tasks in a few cmdlets which can take a while if performed traditionally using Windows GUI. If you are a system administrator, or just like using the command line, this article lists the best terminal emulators you can run on top of Windows 10 and Windows 11 with maximum command support and ease of use....

Why not Snagit..? Snagit isn’t free and one can never use it free for lifetime. It provides trial for only 15 days. To avail its features you have to go for its Premium version. So it isn’t suitable for students or for non-commercial use as there are lots of many free tools for snap shooting. Why not Snagit..? Free alternatives to Snagit Snipping tool Jing LightShot GreenShot Screeny Conclusion Free alternatives to Snagit There are number of free tools for screen shooting and they also fulfill your needs and desire about capturing and editing of your pictures....

Windows Server 2019 comes with support for hybrid capabilities to manage local and Azure resources, as well as other advanced features that make it superior to Windows Server 2016. This article discusses the salient features of Windows Server 2019 and provides links from where they might download it. Now you can download Windows Server 2022 ISO from Microsoft. System requirements You must have the following minimum resources on a device to be able to install and run Windows Server 2019:...

The Google Chrome 81 Stable version is available for download and installation across all platforms including Windows, Linux, Mac, Android, and iOS. As always, Chrome 81 comes with a few security fixes, some performance enhancements and a few new features. Let’s discuss the changes made in this version of Chrome browser but first some release details and the download part. Release details Complete release build: Google Chrome 81.0.4044.92Release date: 7th April, 2020....

To upgrade to the latest version of Google Chrome, you can follow the method given below, or use one of the direct download links in this post. Let us remind you that Google switched from a 6-week release cycle to a 4-week release cycle. Meaning, a newer version of Google Chrome will be released to the public every 4 weeks. The announcement was made back in March 2021. This approach will keep users more protected than before, allowing the Chrome browser to update its security patch quicker....

Without an internet connection, this file will not be able to install Chrome. While most users do not need to download the Chrome offline installer, if you are preparing a new computer without internet, you will need to do so. TIP: If you are looking for an alternative to Chrome, you may try out the Firefox browser. Download Chrome offline installer for latest stable version Download Google Chrome Automatic Installer Download Chrome without a browser Download Chrome Beta offline installers Google Chrome Dev offline installers Download Googe Chrome Canary/Nightly Build offline installers Check for the installed version of Chrome Update Google Chrome to the latest version Using Google Update Using Installer...

According to Microsoft, Microsoft Edge is the best browser for shopping online. Let’s see what’s new in Edge 87. New features and enhancements in Edge 87 Shopping features enabled by default The shopping features in Edge 87 will alert the user whenever a discount coupon is available for the retail website user is visiting. It will also compare the product you are purchasing with other online stores and will alert you if it is available somewhere else in a cheaper price....

If you want to install Windows 10 Version 21H1 using Windows Update, you will need to press the Download and install link on the Windows Update settings page. This is because initially 21H1 has been released as an optional update. The update will be an enablement package which is relatively small if you are currently on Windows 10 version 2004 or 20H2. Hence, the update should not take more than a few minutes....

A Security Baseline is an additional set of security enhancements that can be added to the original security protocols already in place in Windows. This is especially useful for the companies and organizations that prefer to take more control of their virtual security. If you are a system administrator, installing a Security Baseline on a Windows 11 computer will add additional options to the Group Policy so you can control and push those settings to other devices on the entire network....

If you want to keep using your external screen with the laptop’s lid closed, you will need to change a few settings. In this article, we will discuss two things: When we connect to an external display, we normally use the external display as an extension to the laptop screen. If it is not required and we only use an external display, it would be better to close the laptop lid to save power and extend the laptop battery....

That said, Windows 10 stills come with 2 separate apps for videos and audio and do not support the new Media Player like Windows 11. Since the new Media Player is now available for everyone, you can download it for your Windows 11 PC from the given link below, in case you had uninstalled it: https://apps.microsoft.com/store/detail/windows-media-player/9WZNCRFJ3PT?h1=en-us&gl=us Unfortunately, the method we are about to discuss does not apply to any version of Windows 10, since the app is designed for only the Windows 11 operating system....

If you want to open something that you do not want to add to your browser history, you can use the in-private mode, also known as the “Incognito mode.” However, if multiple users use your computer and you want to keep track of the history of what users are opening in the browser, you should disable in-private browsing in all installed browsers. Disabling the in-private option from the browser will remove the option from its menu, and it will no longer open using the keyboard shortcuts either....

The purpose of this mode is to provide a worry-free internet environment for the kids so that their parents continuously do not have to monitor their child’s activity while on the computer. The convenient part is that not much configuration is required while starting or stopping kids mode in Edge. Let us continue to see the benefits of this mode, what it includes and how you can enable it....

It would be absurd to pay for a new edition of Windows to have this feature. Therefore, we have come up with a way by which you can install the Local Security Policy manager on your system running Windows 10 Home edition. What is SecPol.msc The Local Security Policy Manager is used to manage and administer different security parameters of the host computer. This includes policies like managing a user’s account password....