Tech Writer, IT Professional
Richard, a writer for Geek Rewind, is a tech enthusiast who loves breaking down complex IT topics into simple, easy-to-understand ideas. With years of hands-on experience in system administration and enterprise IT operations, he’s developed a knack for offering practical tips and solutions. Richard aims to make technology more accessible and actionable. He's deeply committed to the Geek Rewind community, always ready to answer questions and engage in discussions.
Writes about: Windows 11, Ubuntu Linux, CMS, Apps and Browsers
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A hard page refresh in Microsoft Edge on Windows 11 forces your browser to download a website’s newest files instead of loading old data from your saved cache. Standard reloads…
Internet Explorer Mode in Microsoft Edge is a built-in feature that lets you run old websites inside the modern browser without breaking them. It uses technology from Internet Explorer 11…
Microsoft Edge updates bring new tools and security fixes to your Windows 11 PC every 4 weeks. Microsoft Edge is the built-in web browser for Windows 11 that lets you…
A Microsoft Edge profile is a separate space inside your web browser that keeps your bookmarks, passwords, and history saved by itself. You can set up multiple profiles in Microsoft…
Hiding recent files in the Windows 11 Start menu stops other people from seeing the documents and pictures you opened last. This setting controls the “Recommended” section at the bottom…
The Pinned section on your Windows 11 Start menu is the grid of shortcuts at the top that gives you fast access to your favorite apps. Windows 11 updates, starting…
Hiding your account name and profile picture on the Windows 11 Start menu removes your personal details from view whenever you open the menu. This privacy tweak stops people nearby…
Resizing the Start menu in Windows 11 gives you an easy way to see more or fewer apps at once. The Start menu contains three main sections for pinned apps,…
Making text bigger in Microsoft Edge helps you read small words on web pages without straining your eyes. You can set a default zoom level, like 125% or 150%, so…
Phone Link location sharing permissions let your Windows PC track and find your Android phone when it goes missing. The Phone Link app requires exact GPS access on your phone…
The “All File Access” setting in the Windows Phone Link app controls whether your computer can open and view photos, videos, and documents stored on your Android phone. Phone Link…
Remote locking in Windows 11 lets you protect your files if your PC gets lost or stolen. This built-in safety switch works through your Microsoft account to track your device…
The built-in password generator in Microsoft Edge creates strong, random passwords that keep your online accounts safe from hackers. It makes tough-to-guess logins that are at least 12 characters long…
Starting Microsoft Edge automatically when you turn on Windows 11 happens because the operating system reopens apps that were running before your last shutdown. Microsoft Edge is the default web…
Find my device in Windows 11 is a built-in tracking tool that shows your lost laptop or desktop on a map using your Microsoft account. You must turn on this…
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