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Microsoft's Windows operating system and Office suite have some built-in file-encryption features. Here's how to use them.

Although Facebook doesn’t make it obvious, there is a way to upload photos to Instagram from a PC or Mac.

If you need to update your drivers on Windows 10 — here's how to do so.

If you need to take a screenshot on Windows 10, here's a step-by-step guide to make it super simple.

if you want to know how to record a screen on Windows 10 — here's how to do so. There's just one catch.

If you need to know how to split the screen on Windows 10, these step-by-step instructions are here to help.

If you need to boot your Windows 10 PC into safe mode, these step-by-step instructions will help.

Here's how to change the password on Windows 10 (and reset it too) — in mere minutes.

With our guide for how to update Windows 10, you'll pull down new features and fixes.

If you need to turn on Bluetooth for Windows 10, here's a guide to make it extremely straight forward.

Our guide for mapping a network drive in Windows 10 will give you all the help you need.

Need Java on your Windows machine? We'll show you where to download it.

Windows 7 reached end-of-life on Jan. 14. Here's what you need to do if you're still running it.

Here is a simple guide on how to update the Chrome web browser on Mac, Windows, Android and iOS.

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Learn how to install the Kodi media player for macOS, Windows, Android and iOS devices.

The WannaCry ransomware is pretty scary, but there simple ways to protect yourself from it. Here are just a few.

Available for free on Windows 10, Halo 5: Forge lets you create and play levels for Microsoft's popular first-person shooter.

You can get the Minecraft: Windows 10 Edition Beta on Microsoft's new OS for free if you've already bought Minecraft for PC or Mac.

Microsoft's upcoming operating system isn't in its final version yet, but the preview build of Windows 10 is good enough to use as your every day OS. Here's how to install it on your PC.

Your Windows PC's firewall is a strong defense against malware, hackers and other sorts of Internet nasties. Here's how to turn it on.

From pricey navigation services to cheesy ringtone stores, these are the worst bloatware apps on Android and Windows Phone.

Follow this advice to keep using Windows XP safely even after Microsoft ends support.

You can block calls and SMS messages from specific numbers on Windows Phone. Here are step by step instructions on how to do it.

When it comes to encrypting your files, you have a lot of options. Here are a few good ways to encrypt your files and folders.

After April 8, Microsoft is yanking support for Windows XP. But what if you can't upgrade? Here's what to do.

Windows 8.1 will make using a 3D printer as easy as sending documents to a paper printer — once 3D printer makers write the required software.