Slide To Shut Down Windows
I was watching a YouTube video about a unique way to shut down Windows and you know I had to try it. It’s not very practical from my perspective on a desktop (Win10), but it might be worth a shot if you have a Windows […]
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Microsoft Force Feeding Windows 11 24H2
Microsoft recently announced that it has begun rolling out Windows 11 24H2 as a mandatory automatic update. Windows 11 24H2 update has proved to be problematic for many users and, as I’ve pointed out in an earlier article, the update mainly consists of new and/or
StartAllBack VS Start11
A few weeks ago, our own Jim Hillier wrote an article about how Stardock’s Start11 will soon support a vertical taskbar. Start11 is a Windows 11 Start menu replacement utility. It allows a user to personalize the Windows interface and restore functionality that Microsoft has removed.
Is Windows 11 Losing Ground To Windows 10?
I’ve just read an article from a well-known tech site declaring that Windows 11‘s market share is dropping while Windows 10 is gaining market share. An assertion that was based solely on the fact that, during the past month, StatCounter’s desktop operating system market share
Start11 Now Supports Vertical Taskbar
Start11 is a popular Windows personalization and customization software from Stardock that includes options to restore classic functionality. One of the most common criticisms of Windows 11 is Microsoft’s crazy decision to do away with the ability to move the Taskbar to the left and
Data Loss –It Doesn’t Have To Happen– Ever!
Richard’s advice on creating backups to avoid data loss is timeless. First published back in 2017, Richard’s advice is as relevant today as it was back then. Data Loss I must apologize right off the bat for telling you something you already know, but I
Universal Media Server Part 2 – The Execution
Accessing your UMS – Universal Media Server from other devices. Cable Box (ARRIS DCX3635-W) My original intention was to use UMS on my cable system. To access this on my cable system I clicked on the “Menu” button on my remote. Then the “Home Network”
How To Add Xmas Cheer Into Email Messages
You can easily add some Christmas cheer into your holiday email messages and in this article, I’ll show you how. The guide is specifically for Windows 11 but, with a little extra effort, Windows 10 users can achieve the same effect. Visit this guide for
Macrium Reflect Backup Error – 0x8004230f
“Backup aborted! – Failed To Create Volume Snapshot. Failed – 0x8004230f – IDispatch error #8463”. Macrium Reflect free is no longer supported by its company Paramount Software UK Limited but you can still download the last free version from here, a reliable source: Download From
Warning: Installing Windows 11 On Unsupported PCs
Microsoft has recently issued an updated warning about installing Windows 11 on PCs that don’t meet requirements. This isn’t something new, of course, with Microsoft issuing similar warnings periodically since Windows 11’s initial release. However, the language in this latest warning is more forceful, and
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Universal Media Server Part 1 – The Setup
Download UMS current version as I write this is 14.7.0 I installed this on my computer to share videos through my cable box to watch on my TV. My ARRIS cable box already has some media-sharing abilities, but I would like more control of the
How To Record Vinyl Records To MP3
Ripping Music vs Recording Music As promised, I said I would cover the possibility of recording vinyl records that can be converted into MP3 files for use in your favorite music player. Ripping a CD is straightforward and easy. Windows built-in Media Player Legacy will
Everything You Need To Know About Windows 10
200 Windows 10 Tutorials Over his many years at DCT our esteemed Editor, Richard Pedersen, has written an amazing 200 Windows 10 tutorials covering just about every aspect of the operating system. All the titles of Richard’s Windows 10 tutorials begin with “Windows 10 Quick
MusicBee – A Better Music Player
What Is The Best Music Player? I am a bit of a music buff. I have too many CDs and vinyl records. Playing an entire album is no problem but often I just want to hear a few of the tracks. Not every vinyl album