system software
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8 Easy Ways to Improve (or Replace) Windows 11’s Start Menu
Every major update since Windows 8 has come with a major redesign of the Start menu, and Windows 11 is no exception. This time, though, Microsoft went rather radical: The taskbar is centered, the Start menu is devoid of live tiles, and there are only two sections — pinned apps, and recommendations.
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The Easiest Way to Stop Your Windows PC From Going to Sleep
Windows PCs and laptops are designed to automatically go to sleep when you aren’t using them. This is a good thing: It helps save battery life and extends the life of your computer. But sometimes, you don’t want it to go to sleep, maybe because you want to run a background scan overnight, or you…
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You Can Now Pin Important Apps to the Screen in Windows
If you’ve ever wished you could keep Microsoft Word pinned to your screen while jotting down notes from a lecture on Zoom or from a YouTube video, you’re in luck. Thanks to Microsoft’s PowerToys for Windows — specifically, the Always On Top utility — you can now pin your most important windows so they stay…
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How to Fix Those Oversized App Icons on Your Mac’s Dock
The dock is one of the most distinguishing aspects of macOS. It offers you an easy way to launch your favourite apps quickly without cluttering up your desktop. However, the dock itself can become a bit of eyesore if the icon sizes don’t match up. If you find yourself staring at an extraordinarily large app…