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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Press this key Assigned Shortcut Key Numbers 0-9 from top of keyboard Ctrl + Alt + <number> Numbers 0-9 or characters / * – + . on numpad Num <number or character> Letters A-Z Ctrl + Alt + <letter> Character…
Checking Wi-Fi signal strength in Windows 11 lets you test how well your computer connects to your wireless router. Strong wireless signals give you faster and more reliable web browsing,…
Network adapter connection speed in Windows 11 shows how fast your computer talks to your router, measuring up to 1000 Mbps or more on most modern home networks. This link…
Microsoft Edge includes a feature called Browse with Copilot. It allows the AI assistant to help you by clicking, typing, or navigating on websites for you. You might want to…
Browse with Copilot in Microsoft Edge lets you automate web tasks using AI directly in your browser. This built-in artificial intelligence tool helps you handle everyday online jobs, like filling…
Local Group Policies in Windows 11 control specific settings that change how your PC works, going beyond its normal defaults. You can view these configured policies using a tool called…
Restarting the Start menu process in Windows 11 fixes a frozen or broken menu in seconds without needing a full computer restart. The background program that runs the menu is…
This guide explains how to show or hide fonts on your Windows 11 computer. Why hide fonts? Your computer can end up with hundreds of fonts over time. This makes…
Windows services are background programs that run important tasks to keep your PC working right, from connecting to the internet to printing documents. You can start, stop, or restart any…
Deleting services in Windows 11 removes background programs that run when your computer starts up and slows down your PC. Windows services are helper apps that manage everyday tasks like…
Touchpad zoom speed in Windows 11 controls how fast web pages and photos get bigger or smaller when you pinch your fingers on your laptop trackpad. This scaling speed works…
Touchpad scroll speed in Windows 11 adjusts how fast pages move when you slide your fingers across your touchpad. Windows 11 uses built-in drivers for touchpads, which are small programs…
Touchpad edge scrolling in Windows 11 lets you slide your finger down the right or left side of your laptop trackpad to move up and down long pages. Many older…
Touchpad automatic scrolling with pressure in Windows 11 lets you scroll through long pages by pressing down firmly on your laptop trackpad instead of swiping constantly. This built-in Precision Touchpad…
Feature Precision Touchpad Legacy Touchpad Gestures Supports advanced multi-finger Limited support Settings Managed in Windows Settings Managed by OEM software Scrolling Smooth, system-level Often jerky or driver-dependent Automatic touchpad scrolling…
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