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How to Check Your Computer's Specifications
Sep 15, 2023 · Using just the built-in tools on Windows 10 and Windows 11, you can check your PC's specs, like the processor type, RAM, graphics card model, storage type (SSD or HDD), …
How to Open the Command Prompt as Administrator in Windows 10
Sep 25, 2025 · For when regular Command Prompt isn't enough.Run Command Prompt as Admin with the Run Box If you're used to using the "Run" box to open apps, you can use that to …
How to Get Gmail as a Desktop App on Windows
Aug 6, 2023 · Do you want to use Gmail as a desktop app, much like how you use other email clients like Outlook? Does Google officially offer a Gmail app for computer users? As a Gmail …
How to Change Your Screen Brightness on Windows 11
Sep 18, 2023 · You cdjust your Windows 11 device's screen brightness through the Quick Settings menu or the Settings app. Click Quick Settings menu in the bottom right corner of the …
How to Add a Signature in Outlook
Nov 7, 2022 · To add a signature in Outlook, visit the Mail settings. For example, in Windows, select File > Options > Mail > Signatures, then click the "Email Signature" tab. You can also …
How to Update Audio Drivers on Windows
Nov 20, 2023 · To update your Windows audio drivers, open Device Manager, right-click your sound card, and choose "Update Driver." Other update methods include using Windows …
How to Mass Delete Emails in Gmail
Nov 14, 2024 · From here it's a simple case of using the "Select All" button to select everything (remember to click on the "Select all conversations that match this search" button to include all …
How to Turn on Dark Mode in Google Docs
Oct 7, 2023 · To enable Dark Mode in Google Docs on Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge, you must use an experimental flag. Enter “chrome://flags” into your address bar, search for “dark …