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Are you frustrated that your fingerprint works to log into Windows 11/10, but gets rejected by the UAC when trying to install an app or make any changes? If so, we understand how bothersome it can be, ...

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If you've encountered a problem with a Windows upgrade, you know how maddeningly unhelpful Windows error messages can be. These are my favorite troubleshooting tricks.

The leaner your Windows system is, the faster your PC is. We show you how to free up memory with simple commands and tools.

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Windows 11 is testing a network speed test that you run from the taskbar.

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