This article will show you how to switch from a Microsoft account to a local user account for your Windows 10 PC. Here is how to change this: 1. Right click on the Start button, typically found at the lower left corner of the screen, then click on Settings. 2. From the Windows Settings screen that appears, click on…
This article will show you how to select which icons appear on the taskbar in Windows 10. This can be used to add or remove additional quick shortcuts for some programs and Windows features to your taskbar. Here is how to select this: 1. Right click on the Start button, typically found at the lower left corner of the…
This article will show you how to enable Find My Device, a service for if your computer gets lost or stolen, it can be tracked by the location services used by Windows 10. NOTE: Find My Device does require a Microsoft account. Here is how to enable this: 1. Right click on the Start button, typically found at the lower left…
This article will show you how to change your Windows 10 Account Picture to one of your own. Here is how to change it: 1. Left click on the Start button (1), typically found at the lower left corner of the screen. From the Start Menu, select the Users icon (2). This icon may show your name or username if hovered over, then…
This article will show how to hide the taskbar in Windows 10 so that it does not always appear automatically. Here is how to hide it: 1.) Right click on the Taskbar, typically found at the bottom of the screen, then choose Taskbar Settings. 2. On the right side of the Settings window, under the Taskbar Settings menu, turn…
Sleep mode is typically used when you step away from the computer for a period of time. The system will then enter a lower power state until the power button is pressed to wake it up and all open applications will return to the state you left them. This helps reduce energy consumption, which can save you money on your…
If you are not sure what your Wi-Fi/wireless password is for the network you are currently connected to, that can be found directly within Windows settings. NOTE: This would not allow you to get password information for networks which you do not already have the password for. Here is how to locate the Wi-Fi password in…
This guide will demonstrate how to enable NVIDIA G-Sync on a Windows PC. G-Sync is a feature found in some gaming monitors. G-Sync creates a better gaming experience as it eliminates screen tearing and minimizes display stutter and input lag. 1. Make sure the monitor supports NVIDIA's G-Sync technology - a list of…
Changing your ESET product is only possible if you purchased a license that has the availability to install other versions, like Multi-Device Security or Smart Security Premium. In my example, I am using Smart Security Premium, but that choice is only available when a Smart Security Premium license is purchased. 1. Open…
This guide will give you a overview of the anatomy of a computer motherboard. Looking at a motherboard for the first time could leave you with several questions. This quick guide seeks to identify and explain each of the key parts of a typical motherboard. This article references an ASUS ROG STRIX B450-F Gaming…
