The Windows default Snipping Tool gets the job done but leaves a lot to be desired. With limited annotation features and a lack of options, you may be looking for alternatives that will suit you better. You’re in luck, as we’ve compiled a list of several Windows screenshot tools that may have the features you … Read more
If you’re planning to upgrade your RAM or test its performance, it’s important to know your RAM type. This means evaluating your laptop or PC for the DDR module it supports, as well as other particulars, such as RAM form factor, speed, and capacity. This tutorial shows how to check the RAM type in Windows, … Read more
Windows 11 does have some stringent installation requirements. However, it isn’t too difficult to install Windows 11 on an unsupported device. If you managed to pull it off, don’t celebrate just yet. You still need to get rid of the “System Requirements Not Met” watermark on your desktop that Microsoft introduced to deter installation on … Read more
Beyond just typing text, the Windows Command Prompt can also be used to search for and open any files on your PC. Even if you can only recall part of the file name, the Command Prompt can find out where it is, and you can open it from within the cmd window. This approach is … Read more
If you have a fairly high-end laptop but it is running slow, it could be that the manufacturers have throttled its performance in favor of longer battery life and lower heat generation. I had this issue recently when I bought a laptop with dedicated graphics for working and gaming. While using it for work is … Read more
Traditional hard disk drives (HDDs) have all but gone out of fashion in favor of significantly faster and affordable solid state drives (SSDs). An SSD can easily boost your system’s responsiveness, especially if you’re running Windows on it. If you’ve recently bought a new SSD and want to migrate your Windows 10 installation to your … Read more
System Restore is one of the most reliable ways to solve Windows problems without deleting data. Since you need to access it when things go south, it’s important to know different ways to access System Restore. You never know when a problem may limit your Windows functionality and prevent you from accessing System Restore. Here … Read more
Testing RAM performance on a computer involves two aspects of system memory: speed and stability. The former tells you how quickly your RAM can access and transfer data between the CPU and other components. The latter determines how reliably the RAM can function without running into errors, crashes, or freezes. This guide will explore how … Read more
If you’ve finally switched to an SSD or bought a new one for more high-speed storage, for some inexplicable reason, your new SSD may not be showing up in Windows. You’re fairly certain the SSD isn’t at fault, so what else could be going on? There can be many reasons a new SSD would not … Read more
Miss that nostalgic Windows 95 startup sound? Add the creation of the great Brian Eno to Windows 11. Then, enjoy the happy little jingle every time your OS starts up. You can even change other system sounds if you want. Content Switch Off Fast Boot Enable Windows 95 Startup Sound Downloading the Windows 95 Startup … Read more