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Philip Celasco
Philip is a Texas-based technology writer and IT administrator at Techdows.com with more than 10 years of experience creating practical content for everyday users and professionals.
He specializes in web browsers, particularly Chromium-based platforms such as Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Brave, and Opera. Through his work as an IT administrator, Philip has hands-on experience managing devices, configuring browser policies, troubleshooting software and network issues, and helping people resolve problems that affect productivity and security.
His articles are based on practical testing and real-world technical experience. He covers browser settings, extensions, performance problems, privacy controls, security features, and Windows troubleshooting.
Outside work, Philip enjoys the quieter side of life in Texas and stepping away from the screen when he can. He has two kids, two cats and loves to play golf with his mother during the weekends.
View installed updates in Windows 11 and 10 from Settings > Update history, Control Panel, PowerShell Get-HotFix or DISM, and fix updates missing from the list.
Fix STATUS_ACCESS_VIOLATION in Chrome or Edge: test the site, update the browser, turn off extensions, clear site data, reset Chrome and repair Edge on Windows.
Who owns TikTok in 2026? In the US, a majority-American joint venture led by Silver Lake, Oracle and MGX. Elsewhere, TikTok’s global companies run the app.
Help with Paint in Windows 11/10: open it, crop, resize, add text, use layers, remove backgrounds, Image Creator, save as PNG or JPG, and fix a missing Paint app.
iPhone plugged in but not charging? Restart it, clear the port, try another cable and wall outlet, then check Charge Limit, heat, liquid alerts and battery health.
Get Spotify Premium for free with the official 1-month trial, Premium Student, or a Family or Duo invite. Eligibility, how to avoid a charge, and fixes.
Turn off an alarm on iPhone in Clock > Alarms by tapping its switch. Stop a ringing alarm, delete alarms, skip Sleep Schedule wake-ups and fix repeat alarms.
Manage multiple Microsoft 365 accounts on one device: add accounts in Office, Outlook, OneDrive and Teams, separate them with Edge profiles, and fix sign-in clashes.
Cancel YouTube TV in Settings > Membership > Manage, or pause it for 4 weeks to 6 months. Steps for computer, Android and iPhone, plus trial and billing fixes.
Where is my Outbox in Outlook? Find it in the Folder pane in new and classic Outlook, the Mac sidebar and Outlook.com, plus fixes for email stuck in the Outbox.