How To Draw A Table In Word
In a previous post, I told you how to insert a table in Word. Now that you have that down pat, I will tell you how to draw a table in Word. Yes, it is possible to manually draw your table in Word. Me? I […]
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Microsoft Copilot Not What I Expected
What Is Copilot Microsoft has released Copilot on both Dev and Beta Insider channels. Usually when a preview is released, I am reluctant to write an article about it because it might not make it to the final version of Windows. But once Microsoft releases
Installing Hyper-V Manager – Part 3
Windows Hyper-V Manager Hyper-V started in 2016 as Windows Server Virtualization and is the only native virtualization platform for Windows. Unlike Oracle’s VM which is a type 2, Hypervisor Hyper-V is a type 1 Hypervisor, which means it runs directly on the host machine’s hardware.
How To Convert Text To Table In Word
Table tools can make lists far easier to customize and reorganize. Let’s say you would like to convert your contact list into a table. Let’s also assume that your list contains names – first, middle, and last. It also contains the city, state, region, and
Installing Oracle VirtualBox VM – Part 2
Using Oracle VirtualBox Oracle VirtualBox VM The VM after its name stands for “Virtual Machine”. It can be installed on your PC and used to install additional Operating Systems. VirtualBox is an open-source program that is free to all users. It allows you to install
Ashampoo WinOptimizer 26 Overview & Giveaway
Ashampoo WinOptimizer 26 Winners Announced! This contest has now expired. Winners will be notified by email. Congratulations to the Winners and Thank You to everyone who participated! Our friends at Ashampoo have given us five licenses for their new version 26 of WinOptimizer. These licenses
How To Use Quick Tables In Word
There are many ways to create custom tables in Word but a lot of folks just want the quickest and easiest method and thankfully we have that. It is called Quick Tables. And what is more, it really is quick and easy! Quick Tables are
How To Fix Problem With External Hard Drive
Macrium Reflect is great backup software. So great that when they discontinued the free version in 2022 I decided to buy the paid version. Currently, the only free Macrium Reflect is the 30-day trial. I’ve had no problems with Macrium Reflect. However, I’ve had problems
How To Auto-Scroll With Your Mouse
I came across this odd trackball mouse that I’ve used on and off over time. I started clicking around with all the buttons to see what they would do. That’s when I discovered this auto-scrolling thing. That is you click on the page and the
Understanding Virtual Drives – Part 1
What Is A Virtual Drive? A Virtual Drive (VD), sometimes called a Virtual Machine (VM), serves the same purpose as a hard drive on your computer. It is used for storing everything from files to complete operating systems. VDs behave like your physical drive but
How To Add Words To Dictionary Using Keyboard
As I have said many times, “Nobody knows everything about Microsoft Office.” And yet, I am always amazed at the things that I do not know! I don’t know why but I am! Thankfully there are folks out there way smarter than me in this
How To Disable Opera Opening At System Start
I didn’t notice this right away because I rarely turn off my main computer. But on one of my backup systems, after one of Opera’s last updates, the Opera browser would start up when I powered on my computer. I don’t know why they did
System Restore: Is It A Cure All?
Many pundits, so-called Windows experts, promote System Restore as the best method for curing PC problems. In my opinion, that is bad advice and System Restore should always be a last resort rather than the first response. If you’re experiencing an issue with your operating
How To Produce A Battery Report In Windows
For those of us who use a Windows laptop, one of our concerns is the battery. A laptop’s lithium-ion battery performance degrades over time and will not hold a charge for as long as it did when it was new. Getting good information on the