It’s a good idea to disable access to Settings on shared or network PCs. There are two methods for disabling access: Local Group Editor and Registry. You’ll need to have Administrator privileges to make these changes. Not every user should have or needs access to Windows settings that could potentially damage the software. This is especially true for multiple Windows users on a network. Think of the havoc a random, untrained user could do if they altered Settings for an entire network....

You can use the keyboard shortcut Alt + W + O to enable Focus Mode on Microsoft Word. Alternatively, you can enable it from the toolbar, or you can go to the View tab in the ribbon and enable Focus . To disable the Focus Mode, click on the three-dots icon on the top, go to the View tab in the ribbon, and click on Focus . How to Enable Focus Mode in Microsoft Word Focus Mode hides the Ribbon and Taskbar on your document to reduce distractions and let you work only on the document’s text and other elements....

Windows 10 packs multiple safety and security features to help you save your data from deleting due to accidental clicks and presses. That’s why the moment you hit the Delete button on the keyboard after selecting a file/folder, you will view a pop-up to confirm the deletion. Well, how to disable this confirmation dialogue? The pop-up always asks, ‘Are you sure you want to move this file/folder/shortcut to the Recycle Bin?...

Most newer motherboards will have the option to enable TPM via firmware, but you may need to consult the manufacturer manual to find how the feature is called. While mostly unnecessary in this case, try to backup your data before modifying the BIOS. If you can’t update your TPM, you might still be able to update Windows. When Windows 11 updates first rolled out, many users with kitted-out desktops were stumped to receive a notification that they couldn’t get the new Windows version....

Most music discovery software like Shazam, Beatfind, Musixmatch, etc. can only recognize music or sound clips and support humming. The best place to search for a song by Humming is Google. Its Hum to Search feature is quite effective and easy to use. Open the Google app on your mobile > Voice Search (mic icon) > Search a song > hum the tune. Although the market is brimming with music discovery software like Shazam , Beatfind, Musixmatch, etc....

Like any other messaging app, Telegram allows you to meet and keep in touch with other people. So, if you have recently switched to a new device or have lost data on your current device, you can find someone’s phone number on Telegram to ensure you don’t abruptly get disconnected from your friends and family. To create a Telegram account, a user must have a mobile number. This can be helpful to find someone’s phone number on Telegram....

Syncing iCloud Keychain helps save time when typing passwords and payment info every time on your Apple device. Enable iCloud Keychain again on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. The iCloud Keychain will merge your passwords and credit card details with the latest changes regardless of the order you enable it. Enable iCloud Keychain Again If iCloud Keychain doesn’t sync your data between your devices, there’s a simple fix to solve the problem....

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Leave a group without notifying everyone. Tap the group info > scroll down > select Exit Group. Only admins will be alerted. Don’t want to fully commit to leaving? Archive the chat. This removes it from your main list but keeps you silently in the group. How to Exit a WhatsApp Group Silently Note: The steps remain the same regardless of which platform you use. Before starting, ensure that you’re running the latest version of the app....

The good thing about Apple devices is that it’s easy to link them . For instance, linking iPhone to Mac is a child’s job, but when it comes to other platforms such as Windows, Apple devices start throwing tantrums. However, there is an an app that lets you link your iPhone to Windows. Let’s see how to connect Microsoft’s Your Phone app on Windows to iPhone. You must have heard about Microsoft Your Phone app from your Android friends....

Microsoft Edge has emerged as a strong contender, offering users many features in the Chromium version. However, the default search engine setting might not always align with your preferences. In this article, we will guide you on how to make Google the default search engine on Edge. With its lightning-fast results, comprehensive information, and intuitive search algorithms, Google has established itself as a search giant. Setting Google as your default search engine on Edge ensures a familiar and efficient search experience....

To quickly mute a specific participant , hover over their name in the participant’s list, click More options, and choose Mute participant . You can prevent attendee mic mayhem by disabling the Allow attendees to unmute option in the participant list under Manage audio and video. How to Mute All and Individual Participants On Desktop Step 1 : When on a call, click on the participants’ icon at the bottom....

Are you tired of unwanted noise or constant disruptions on your Discord server? Muting someone on Discord can be the perfect solution to maintain a peaceful and enjoyable community. By muting an individual, you can temporarily silence their messages, ensuring a more focused and harmonious environment for everyone involved. This article will guide you on how to mute someone on Discord Server quickly and easily. The ability to mute someone is valuable in various scenarios....

Types of Dump Files: Complete, Kernel, Small, and Automatic Memory Dumps. Locate the dump file (usually C:\Windows\MiniDump), choose your tool, and analyze the crash data. Two tools for the job : WinDbg and BlueScreenView. Types of Dump Files on Windows Complete Memory Dump : This memory dump records all the contents of system memory when your system hits a BSOD error. This dump contains data from the processes running when the memory dump was collected....

Smartwatches have been around for the longest time now. They help you monitor important health metrics like heart rate, steps walked, and even sleep quality. While that’s certainly useful, smartwatches can get big and bulky so you may not want to wear one all the time. That’s where a smart ring like the Galaxy Ring comes into the picture. It’s tiny, doesn’t cause discomfort, and has basic health-tracking features. It costs $399, though, so if you decide to pick one up, you would want to get the maximum benefit out of it....

Disable GPU Hardware Acceleration from the Teams app settings > General. Turn off Animations in the Teams app from the three-dot menu > Settings > Appearance and accessibility. Common Fixes Update or reinstall the Microsoft Teams app : Open the Microsoft Store, search Microsoft Teams, and click Update (if available). Alternatively, head to Windows Settings > Apps > Installed Apps to uninstall Teams and reinstall it from the Microsoft Store....

I know. You are quite irritated at the moment. Every time you unlock your phone, you are greeted by weird ads (and that’s what led to you this article). Right? I know the feeling. It seems ads have hijacked our Android phones. First, let me clear the air by saying that no, your device isn’t infected by the virus. However, yes, it’s infected by an adware. Although it’s disturbing, you don’t need to worry....

The Catroot2 folder contains signatures needed to facilitate the update process on your PC. The SoftwareDistribution folder contains temporary files required to install the update. Deleting or renaming both of these folders can help you fix issues and problems with Windows Update. What Happens When You Reset SoftwareDistribution and Catroot2 Folders Catroot2 folder contains catalog files (.cat) that are cryptographic hashes and digital signatures for system files. If these files become corrupted, it can lead to problems with Windows Update....

Windows Defender often quarantines files and executables that were developed and distributed independently, which can impact game mods or even entire applications. Windows Defender requires an account with administrator permissions to access it. While you can turn off Windows Defender and prevent it from quarantining files, this is not recommended as a long-term solution. If you decide to restore Windows Defender quarantined items that include executables, create a Windows Restore point beforehand (since Windows Restore is no longer automatically enabled)....

Use the Query formula to filter out data from the primary sheet to multiple sheets. Where and Like clause allows you to filter comments further, but they do an exact match. Sheets only understands the yyyy-mm-dd format for dates. How to use Query Function to Extract data from any sheet This method uses Google Sheets’ Query function. For those unaware, this function uses simple SQL-like queries to sort through the table data according to your preference....