Category: Windows

This tutorial instructs users on how to access and review recent updates installed on their Windows computers. Microsoft releases updates monthly, but their installation times might not be clear. The tutorial outlines steps to view update history, categorized by feature, quality, drivers, definitions, and others, using both Windows settings and Control Panel. Consequentially, users can…

This is a tutorial on renaming a printer in Windows 10. When installing a new printer, Windows assigns an automatic name which might be too long. To change this, navigate to Settings > Devices > Printers & Scanners and select the printer. Click Manage, go to the General page, rename the printer, and hit Apply…

The article provides a tutorial on customizing the Windows 10 taskbar. It explains how users can personalize the taskbar by changing its color, size, and location, and instructs on pinning frequently used apps for quicker access. The tutorial also notes the need to unlock the taskbar before making any changes.

This tutorial guides students and newcomers on personalizing the Windows 10 lock screen. The lock screen can be customized with personally chosen photos or a slideshow, with system notifications about upcoming events. Options for displaying images are Windows Spotlight, Picture, and Slideshow. Troubleshooting advice is also provided in case the chosen display feature is not…

This tutorial guides students or new users on how to install or upgrade printer drivers in Windows 10. Printers require the latest drivers from the manufacturer to function efficiently. Users can update drivers through Windows updates, downloads from the manufacturer’s website, or manually. This is particularly important for those who recently migrated from earlier Windows…

This tutorial details how to select the default microphone in Windows 10. It explains that one can choose a system-wide default microphone for all apps via the Settings menu. Additionally, the tutorial informs how to quickly switch between different input devices using the taskbar. The post is especially useful for beginners and students getting started…

The tutorial guides students and new users on how to install a printer in Windows 10, mostly done automatically upon connection. The directions include installing a local printer via USB and a network or wireless printer. Manual installation steps are provided if automatic setup doesn’t work. The tutorial also advises users to consult the printer’s…

This text provides a tutorial on how to stop Windows 10 from automatically setting the most recently used printer as the default one. The process involves navigating to ‘Devices’ under ‘Settings’, selecting ‘Printers & Scanners’, and unchecking the ‘Let Windows manage my default printer’ option. Once done, the user can freely set the default printer.

The tutorial provides a guide on how to set up auto-login on Windows 10 without requiring a password each time. The procedure involves using the Run app, typing “netplwiz”, selecting a user, unchecking a box indicating password necessity, and finalizing the changes. The steps are only recommended for private computer setups as it bypasses the…

This tutorial outlines how to set and switch default speakers in Windows 10 when using multiple sound output devices. It also highlights that some apps can override the system’s default settings. The tutorial gives detailed steps on how to choose Windows default speakers through the settings and taskbar.