Computers

TECH July 10

5-minute tech fix: Finally speed up your PC

When your computer slows to a crawl, it's frustrating, and you want to fix it as fast as possible. Occasionally, your internet is actually to blame. Tap or click for the best ways to fix a pokey Wi-Fi connection.

Computers July 9

Clever tech hack: How to text from your PC or Mac

If you’re working on your computer or don’t want to use your thumbs to message, send messages straight from your PC or Mac. It’s simple to set up.

Computers May 8

Tech tip: Speed up your Windows or Mac's startup the easy way

Remember back when you bought your computer? It was blazing fast, started up as soon as you hit the power button, and everything was clean and tidy.

Smart and Safe Tech May 1

The best way to clean all the dirt and grime off your tech

Maybe you’ve set aside your stash of pandemic disinfectant wipes, but that doesn't mean you should ignore your tech.

Smart and Safe Tech April 24

15 tech tips you won’t find in a user manual

Most gadgets don't come with a user manual that spells out every single feature. We learn them by doing, when someone spills the beans, or asking, "How'd you do that?"

Smart and Safe Tech April 17

7 useful tools for a quick and easy digital spring cleaning

After a year mostly spent at home channeling Marie Kondo, I bet you're like me, and every drawer, closet, and room is organized. Now, let’s tackle your digital life.

Privacy April 10

Quick privacy fixes: 3 changes to make ASAP before it’s too late

There are countless hackers, data-hungry companies, developers, advertisers, and snoops on the hunt for your information.

Computers April 10

5 new Windows 10 tricks you’ll wish you knew before now

These clever tricks will help keep your computer fast and uncluttered.

Microsoft April 6

How to get rid of all the junk in your Windows 10 Start menu

The Start menu is a Windows mainstay, introduced with Windows 95.

Computers March 13

5 smart Windows 10 tricks to save time and space

Microsoft says more than 1 billion devices are running Windows 10.