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What is a BAK file and how do I open it in Windows?

What is a BAK file and how do I open it in Windows?

October 19, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
What is a BAK file and how do I open it in Windows?

A BAK file is a backup copy an app saves before changing a file. Learn what creates BAK files and how to open or restore them in Windows 11 and 10.

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Settings app open on the Windows Update page listing every update control

Windows Update in Windows 11/10: settings, problems and every 2026 update

October 19, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
Settings app open on the Windows Update page listing every update control

Windows Update in Windows 11/10: check, pause and uninstall updates, fix stuck updates and error codes, and track every 2026 Windows 11 KB and 26H2.

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Windows taskbar with the network and volume icons highlighted

Wi-Fi and network settings in Windows 11/10: setup, fixes and tools

October 19, 2026 by Philip Celasco 2 Comments
Windows taskbar with the network and volume icons highlighted

Wi-Fi settings live in Settings > Network & internet on Windows 11 and 10. Connect, find your IP, change DNS, fix no internet and reset the network.

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Lenovo keyboard diagram highlighting the Esc FnLock key and Fn key locations

Windows keyboard shortcuts, symbols and keyboard fixes

October 19, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
Lenovo keyboard diagram highlighting the Esc FnLock key and Fn key locations

Windows keyboard shortcuts for copy, paste, screenshots and desktops, symbols with Win + . and Alt codes, and fixes for a keyboard, mouse or touchpad that fails.

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Windows 11 Printers & scanners page with the Add device button

Printer settings and problems in Windows 11/10: the complete guide

October 19, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
Windows 11 Printers & scanners page with the Add device button

Printer settings live in Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners on Windows 11. Add, set default, scan, and fix offline or stuck printers.

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Windows 11 Volume mixer with system volume, output and input devices

Sound and microphone settings in Windows 11/10: setup and fixes

October 19, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
Windows 11 Volume mixer with system volume, output and input devices

Sound settings live in Settings > System > Sound on Windows 11 and 10. Change speakers and mics, set app volume, update audio drivers and fix no sound.

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Microsoft Teams keyboard shortcuts panel on Mac

Microsoft Teams keyboard shortcuts

October 19, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
Microsoft Teams keyboard shortcuts panel on Mac

Teams shortcuts for Windows, web and Mac: open the full list with Ctrl+Period, mute with Ctrl+Shift+M, plus messaging, meeting, call and slash command keys.

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What is Discord and how do you use it?

What is Discord and how do you use it?

October 19, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
What is Discord and how do you use it?

Discord is a free voice, video and text chat app built around servers and channels. Learn what Discord is used for, how to join, use it safely and what Nitro adds.

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Sign in and create multiple profiles in Microsoft Edge

Sign in and create multiple profiles in Microsoft Edge

October 19, 2026 by Philip Celasco 1 Comment
Sign in and create multiple profiles in Microsoft Edge

Edge profiles keep separate favorites, passwords and extensions. Sign in, create, switch, remove and set a default profile in Microsoft Edge, step by step.

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The best free PC games for 2026

The best free PC games for 2026

October 19, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
The best free PC games for 2026

The best free PC games for 2026: Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, Fortnite, Marvel Rivals, Genshin Impact and more, with who each suits and PC requirements.

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How to update Google Chrome: A step-by-step guide

How to update Google Chrome: A step-by-step guide

October 19, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
How to update Google Chrome: A step-by-step guide

Update Google Chrome from More > Help > About Google Chrome, then select Relaunch. Steps for Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone and Chromebook, plus fixes.

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How to reset a printer ink pad counter and fix the Epson ink pad error

How to reset a printer ink pad counter and fix the Epson ink pad error

October 19, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
How to reset a printer ink pad counter and fix the Epson ink pad error

Reset an Epson printer ink pad counter the supported way: replace the maintenance box, or use Epson’s pad replacement service or a certified technician.

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