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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Microsoft Edge in another language lets you read foreign websites and use the browser menus in over 100 different tongues. This built-in translation tool swaps all browser text and web…
Drowning in open windows makes finding a specific document frustrating. Windows 11 includes a built-in feature called Task view on the taskbar to help manage active applications and virtual workspaces.…
The Windows 11 search feature on the taskbar is a built-in tool that lets you quickly find apps, files, settings, and web results right from your desktop. Pressing the Windows…
The Start feature in Windows 11 acts as the main launchpad for your apps, settings, and files, sitting right in the center of the taskbar by default. Clicking the Windows…
The Windows 11 Widgets feature is a pop-up info board on your taskbar that shows live updates like weather, news, sports scores, and stock prices at a glance. Introduced by…
Camera settings in Windows 11 let you fix video quality, change privacy permissions, and turn your webcam on or off without downloading extra software. You can open these controls in…
App permissions in Windows 11 control what personal data and device hardware programs can use. These settings let you block apps from checking your location, reading your contacts, or turning…
Website location access in Microsoft Edge on Windows 11 lets you control whether online pages can find out your physical location. About 85% of websites ask for this data to…
Language preference sharing in Windows 11 lets websites automatically display content in your native tongue by reading the preferred language list set on your PC. Available since Windows 11 version…
The Advertising ID in Windows 11 is a unique tracking code that apps use to show you targeted ads based on your activity. Windows creates this random ID for your…
The Windows 11 Start menu and search bar track the files and apps you open most often to put your favorite items right at the top. This tracking feature monitors…
A custom high contrast theme in Windows 11 changes screen colors so text and buttons stand out clearly against the background. Built-in settings let you pick your own background and…
The On-Screen Keyboard in Windows 11 is a built-in virtual keyboard that lets you type using your mouse, touch screen, or other pointing device instead of a physical keyboard. You…
The on-screen keyboard in Windows 11 is a built-in virtual keyboard that lets you type by clicking with your mouse, using a trackpad, or tapping a touchscreen. Pressing the Win…
Windows 11 search indexing creates a hidden map of your computer so you can find documents, photos, and apps almost instantly. When you type in the taskbar search box, Windows…
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