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How to Repair Corrupted Word Documents: Tips to Recover Text
Learn how to repair a corrupted Word document and recover lost textDo you have a damaged Word document? Microsoft Word has a built-in document repair feature that can help you recover lost information and restore corrup...
How to Easily Connect a Wireless Mouse to Your Computer
Setup instructions for your wireless mouseWant to use a wireless mouse with your laptop or desktop computer? Whether you have a Bluetooth mouse or a radio frequency (RF) mouse with a receiver, connecting it to your co...
How to
Connect One Router to Another to Expand a Network
Do you need to add more computers or devices to your network but have no available ports? Adding a second router is a great way to expand your network capacity, as well as the reach of your wireless signal in weak or "bl...
How to Disable Hardware Acceleration in Windows & Chrome
Troubleshoot many types of issues in Windows by turning off hardware acceleration Hardware acceleration is a process that occurs when software hands off certain tasks to your computer's hardware—usually your graphics a...
How to
Connect PC Internet to Mobile via WiFi
This How.com.vn teaches you how to broadcast your Windows computer's Wi-Fi connection to your smartphone. You can do this on any computer that has a network hosting-enabled Wi-Fi adapter installed, meaning that you won't be...
How to
Set a Windows Password
Setting a password on a Windows computer is a relatively quick and easy process that will greatly increase the security of your files. Security is important, and now you can learn to safeguard your files.
How to
See All Open Tabs in Chrome
Do you have a lot of open tabs on Chrome that are hard to keep track of? There is a fast, easy, and simple way to view all of your tabs. Try using the Search Tabs feature on a computer, or the Switch Tabs page on the mob...
6 Effective Ways to Recover Word Documents
A step-by-step guide to recover unsaved or damaged documents and restore previous versions Did you close Microsoft Word without saving your document? You're definitely not alone! Don't panic—Microsoft Word has plenty o...
How to
Check Your Laptop’s Battery Health in Windows 10
It is normal for batteries to wear down over time. Overtime, the repeated charge and discharge cycles slowly decrease a batteries life. It might seem hard to tell your batteries health on Windows 10, but it's actually qu...
How to
Uninstall Windows
You might be tired of using Microsoft's desktop and laptop operating system. This guide will help you purge it from your computer. There are three methods you can use: use the first option if you don't have a chance when...
How to
Connect to the Internet On Your Laptop Through Your Cell Phone
This How.com.vn teaches you how to use your iPhone's or Android's cellular data to connect to the Internet on a computer. This process is called "tethering". Not all service providers support tethering; if your service prov...
How to Install a Different Operating System on a PC
A simple guide to choosing and installing a different operating system on your computerIs it time to upgrade the operating system on your PC? Do you want to try a new operating system, such as Linux? Maybe you want to ...
How Much RAM Do You Have? Easily Check PC & Mac Memory
Are you wondering how much RAM is installed on your PC or Mac? Random Access Memory (RAM) determines, in large part, how fast your computer runs and how well it performs multiple tasks. If your computer is running slowly...
2 Ways to Pair a Logitech Mouse to a Unifying Receiver
Easily connect multiple compatible Logitech devices to a Unifying receiver The Logitech Unifying receiver is a USB dongle that allows you to connect up to 6 compatible Logitech devices (mouses, trackballs, keyboards) at ...
How are Renewed and Refurbished Products Different?
Your guide to renewed, refurbished, pre-owned, and used products (and what to look for when buying second-hand)You’re deciding between two products that look pretty much the same: one is labeled refurbished and the ot...
Effective Ways to Solve Why Chrome Crashes
Learn ways to troubleshoot Chrome when it crashesChrome can look many ways when it crashes—the app may display an error that begins with "err_connection," display a folder icon with a sad face and the words "Aw, snap,"...
How to Disable Password Login on Mac (Plus Troubleshooting)
Log in to your Mac automatically without entering a password To disable password login in macOS, simply open your System Settings and make a few changes to your Users & Groups settings. If FileVault is turned on, you mus...
How to
Lock a Computer
Locking your computer is a good way to protect your computer from unwanted users when stepping away for a moment. In order for a lock to be effective, you will have to make sure that your computer is configured to prompt...
How to
Add an Extra Hard Drive
This How.com.vn teaches you how to install a second hard drive in a desktop computer. Keep in mind that installing a second hard drive in modern laptops or Mac computers is not possible, though you can replace the current h...
How to
Use a Computer Mouse
Using a computer mouse is one of the first steps to properly operating a computer. The mouse allows you to move the cursor and click programs. These steps will show you how to use a PC and MAC computer mouse, whether it ...