1. Operating System
Dealing with a bad sign-in
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Doing a Windows checkup
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Recovering a deleted file
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Locating a lost file
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Rolling back an update
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Fixing a full hard drive
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Controlling the taskbar
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Speeding up a slow computer
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Uninstalling software
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Mapping a network drive
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Managing desktop icons
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Configuring system updates
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Formatting media
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Setting laptop power options
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Setting desktop power options
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Dealing with an unknown file type
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Restarting the operating system
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Renaming a group of files
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Opening an unknown file attachment
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Knowing when to call for help
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2. Networking
Finding the PC's IP address
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Understanding networking terms
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Reviewing network layout
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Troubleshooting the network connection
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Managing Wi-Fi networks
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Restarting the network
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Checking network privacy
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Accessing a shared folder
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Sharing a folder
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Updating the Wi-Fi password
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Checking your internet speed
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Mapping a network drive
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Working with a flakey Wi-Fi connection
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3. Security
Being password smart
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Updating your password
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Spotting a secure website
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Recognizing a phishing attack email
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Clearing the browser history
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Reviewing Wi-Fi security options
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Managing online passwords
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Disabling Windows remote desktop access
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Running Windows Defender
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Understanding website certificates
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4. Hardware
Checking a bad keyboard or mouse
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Understanding PC sound connections
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Turning off a stubborn computer
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Identifying odd computer noises
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5. Microsoft Office
Disabling the backstage
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Showing (and hiding) the ribbon
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Selecting another printer
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Repairing an Office installation
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Updating the Quick Access Toolbar
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Excel: Freezing rows or columns
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Excel: Understanding hash errors
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Excel: Using the single quote
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PowerPoint: Starting a presentation
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PowerPoint: Move around a presentation
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PowerPoint: Create a slideshow video
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PowerPoint: Slideshow tips
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Word: Centering a page
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Word: Adding a page border
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Word: Changing the default font
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Word: Removing the last blank page
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Word: Rotating a single page
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Word: Restoring the Save All command
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Word: Setting tab stops
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6. Windows 10
Creating a new task view
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Changing AutoPlay behavior
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Pruning recent file lists
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Reviewing keyboard shortcuts
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Configuring Windows 10 sync
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Arranging windows
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Saving your eyes with dark mode
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Using night light
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Ratcheting up privacy protection
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Understanding Quick Access
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7. Troubleshooting
Accepting why things go wrong
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Checking the hardware
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Locating troubleshooting tools
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Using the Task Manager
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Activating File History
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Reviewing events
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Recovering an earlier version of a file
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Restoring files from a backup
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Setting a restore point
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Using system restore
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8. Laptop Assistance
Preparing for a road trip
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Going on the road
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Configuring the power buttons
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Adding a full-size monitor and keyboard
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Entering tablet mode
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Connecting to a projector
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Exploring keyboard secrets
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Working with the touch keyboard
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Protecting your laptop
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Connecting to a VPN
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9. Shortcuts and Time-Savers
Pinning items to the taskbar
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Adding the address bar
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Sending favorites to the desktop
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Changing file association
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Safely removing external storag
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Recognizing USB colors
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Launching a program at startup
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Using pins for popular files
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Useful keyboard and mouse shortcuts
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Panic-driven keyboard shortcuts
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10. Images and Graphics
Fixing a photo
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Changing image file formats
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11. PC Performance
Monitoring performance
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Disabling Windows background services
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Understanding memory leaks
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Stopping a stuck program
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Using file and drive compression
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Adding a second hard drive
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Adding more memory
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Disabling startup programs
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Improving hard drive performance
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Reviewing system performance
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12. Storage Management
Looking at storage
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Visiting the Disk Management console
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Preparing a new drive
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Partitioning a new drive
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Repartitioning a drive
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Extending and shrinking partitions
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Creating a mirrored volume
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Formatting and reformatting media
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Reassigning drive letters
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Mounting an external drive
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13. File Management
Creating files, rules, and limitations
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Organizing files in folders
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Moving and duplicating files
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Working with removable storage
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Archiving files and folders
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Deleting and recovering files
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Creating a shortcut
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Starting a new item
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Opening a file with a specific program
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Marking files as read-only or hidden
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14. General Computer
Locking the PC
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Stopping a print job
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Adding more USB devices
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Buying a new PC or laptop
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Using a UPS
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Updating the graphics driver
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Starting the Windows recovery environment
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Entering safe mode
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Using a foreign-language keyboard
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Applying BitLocker protection
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15. Acrobat and PDF Tips
PDF tips and tricks
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Filling in and signing a PDF form
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Working with PDF files on the web
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Creating a PDF
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Creating a PDF form
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Exporting a PDF to Microsoft Office
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Securing a PDF
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PDF troubleshooting
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16. Excel Help
Handy Excel keyboard shortcuts
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Creating an instant table in Excel
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Dealing with cell references in Excel
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Sizing rows and columns in a worksheet
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Naming cells
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Creating a drop-down list
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Working with text
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Using the LOOKUP formulas
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Modifying a chart
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Merging Excel and Word
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17. Web Browser Tips
Selecting the perfect browser
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Choosing a search engine
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Setting site permissions
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Opening a group of bookmarks
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Managing Chrome extensions
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Customizing the browser
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Changing the web page view
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Configuring multiple browser accounts
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Dealing with cookies
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Browsing privately
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18. Windows 11 Upgrade
Qualifying for the Windows 11 upgrade
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Checking for Windows 11 updates
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Clearing a stuck Windows update
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Reviewing Windows 11 changes
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Checking out the widgets
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Exploring files in Windows 11
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Accessing the Windows 11 shortcut menu
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Reviewing the Windows 11 taskbar corner
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Setting display options in Windows 11
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Using Linux in Windows 11
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Discovering Windows 11 backup options
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19. Workplace IT Help Desk
Using the office printer
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Creating an Outlook contact group
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Creating a shared calendar in Outlook
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Sharing a calendar event in Outlook
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Archiving email in Outlook
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Dealing with suspect email in Outlook
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Creating a junk email rule in Outlook
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Keeping your account secure
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Maximizing an online meeting
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20. Microsoft Online
Installing and using OneDrive
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Exploring OneDrive files online
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Sharing a OneDrive file or folder
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Confirming the file is saved to the cloud
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Accessing Microsoft 365
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Using Microsoft Word online
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Working in Excel Online
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Using Microsoft PowerPoint Online
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Exploring the online version of Outlook
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Getting feedback in Office
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Tracking changes in Word
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Comparing document versions
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Reviewing document history in OneDrive
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21. Simple Hardware Upgrades
Replacing a keyboard or mouse
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Adding a second monitor
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Going wireless
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Adding a Wi-Fi adapter
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Connecting and using a webcam
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22. Computer Help and Support
Signing into Windows
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Repairing Windows
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Controlling the taskbar
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Speeding up a slow computer
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Uninstalling software
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Configuring Windows updates
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Setting laptop power options
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Disabling remote desktop access
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Arranging windows
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Reassociating files
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Optimizing the start menu
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Troubleshooting Bluetooth
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Applying a desktop theme
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Scanning a document
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Linking your phone to Windows
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Checking system requirements
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23. Windows Tricks
Saving a web page address
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Using the character map
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Copying text between apps
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Taking a screenshot
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Printing a list of files
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Accessing the character palette
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Typing with your voice
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Using the cloud clipboard
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Exploring calculator features
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Magnifying the screen
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Focusing on your work
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Viewing the desktop
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Changing the input language
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Curtailing Windows notifications
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Finding all your apps
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24. Productivity Tips
Using accelerator keys
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Organizing the desktop
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Setting reminders
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Sticky notes
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Quick launch shortcuts
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Naming files for organization
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Cleaning a crowded folder
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Using templates
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Timing your distractions
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Consolidating app tasks
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25. Help for older computers
Cleaning out the box
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Adding or replacing memory
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Upgrading primary storage
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Adding external storage
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Purging old programs
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Deleting files you no longer need
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Archiving and cleaning storage
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Replacing the computer
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26. Fixing PC Problems
Avoiding interruptions and distractions
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Finding recently opened files
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Missing internet connection
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Dealing with downloads
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Rescuing a dying battery
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Crashing programs
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Vanishing work and disappearing data
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Forgetting passwords
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Hearing silence
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