Quick Tips

Easy Windows 10 Taskbar Customization

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Windows Taskbar settings panel.

It’s easy to overlook the Windows taskbar, but it’s packed with features and settings that can make your life easier. The taskbar is a great feature that allows you to access your most used applications, search, notifications, and system settings. By making a few small changes, you’ll be able to take advantage of hidden features and customize your experience in no time.

The Surprising Impact of Browser Cookies on Your Web Journey

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Cookies list for Microsoft Edge browser.

Ever wondered what browser cookies really are? They’re just small text files that store specific data, and they’re not as scary as you might think. The article breaks down their structure, covering seven key fields like name and domain. It also helps you tell the difference between first-party cookies, which are usually okay, and third-party cookies, which you might want to keep an eye on.

How to Create a Distribution List in Gmail for Efficient Group Emails

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Assign labels to Google Contacts.

Are you tired of manually entering multiple email addresses? Discover how to create and use Gmail distribution lists. This tutorial provides step-by-step instructions on setting up Contact Labels, sending group emails, and managing your lists. Learn time-saving tips and best practices for efficient email communication. Boost your productivity and send group emails like a pro with Gmail distribution lists.

How to Delete Your Phone Data Before Switching

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Google Android panel to delete all data.

Whether you’re itching to get an iPhone or another cell phone, there are certain security precautions you should take when switching phones. Learn how to delete cell phone data before you donate, sell, or trade in your current phone. The last thing you want is to hand over personal information or sensitive data to a stranger or your kids.

How to Type Symbols & Characters With Your Keyboard

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Character Map with Cents Sign

Have you ever wished to craft keyboard symbols and special characters but lacked the know-how? Our guide will instruct you on the nuances of Alt codes, Unicodes, and other ways to make these distinctive symbols. Master the application of special characters across different platforms, including Microsoft Office, email, and web design. Explore the wide array of symbols, from accented letters to currency symbols, and beyond.

Easy Disk Cleanup with Scheduled Tasks

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Windows Task Scheduler.

Windows has some built-in tools that allow you to do scheduled maintenance on your PC. For example, you can automate disk cleanups by using a combination of sagesets and Task Scheduler.

Advantages of Outlook AutoComplete

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outlook autocomplete option

Microsoft Outlook has some nice productivity features for email addresses called AutoComplete and AutoResolve. Each offers conveniences, but there are differences between the two. And if you’re not careful, one of these can cause problems.

Password Protecting USB Drives

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There aren’t too many things that upset me. One item that does is people who put personal data on their USB drives without password protection. They are just waiting for a disaster as sooner or later that thumb drive will vanish. The question is who will get the data next?

PRN Files Fill the Gaps

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A friend sent me an email with an interesting problem. He had a report he needed to share with another team member, but they didn’t have the program that he used to create the report. There also wasn’t a common file format they used. I suggested he try sending a .PRN file or printer text file. This solution also works if you ever lose your printer at work and need to send files elsewhere to print.

Benefits of SIM Cards

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Example of SIM card.

If you’re a cell phone user whose carrier uses the GSM standard such as T-Mobile, AT&T, Vodafone and others, your phone includes a tiny electronic card that offers a lot of value. The card is called a SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card and it can maintain your preferences. Just as important, this removable smart card can secure your data, which makes it much easier to move from one phone carrier to another.

Find Windows Error Messages & More

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Ever feel like the error messages you see are in a different language than the one you speak? Even if you understand the words, you’re often left trying to determine the next step. Although some software programs provide excellent error messages, others leave you wanting more information. In this tutorial, I’ll show how to use some search troubleshooting methods.

Connect to FTP Sites with a Web Browser

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NASA FTP site

The acronym FTP may sound new, but it is a well-established transfer protocol. Webmasters use FTP software to upload files from their computer to a web server. Some companies use FTP to distribute software updates, patches and forms. Although you can use dedicated FTP clients such as CuteFTP, WS_FTP and others, it’s easy to connect to FTP servers using your browser if you know the FTP browser syntax.

How to Add Image to Outlook Signature

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One way to personalize your email or promote your corporate identity is with email signatures. Often I find people either don’t know how to create or edit these signatures in Outlook. This is unfortunate as the Signature area is a useful feature that can be used for many scenarios.

Quick Guide to MAC Addresses & Filtering

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Results of ipconf command and highlighted addresses.

MAC addresses: essential but often overlooked. Learn their format, how to find them, and how to use MAC filtering as a security measure. Want to selectively control network access and consider potential cloning issues? This article has the insights you need.