Computer & Electronics

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This article explains how to start a computer running Windows 7 with a USB memory drive. This operation allows you to use the "live" image of an operating system other than the one already present (for example Linux) without the need to perform the installation or to use command line programs such as Clonezilla.

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The "Command Prompt" is a very powerful tool that allows, among other things, to navigate between files and folders stored on a Windows computer. If you need to level up from the current workbook (i.e. revert to the previous directory), the process to follow is very simple.

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Especially if you use Windows 8, the resolution adopted by the computer screen is one of the most important aspects, as it determines how much information can be displayed on the screen by the system. Changing the video resolution can be used to reduce the size of the information to be able to see as much of it as possible, or to enlarge it so that the elements occupying the screen are much more visible.

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This article shows you how to change the desktop background image of a computer running Windows. Read on to find out how. Steps Method 1 of 4: Windows 10 Step 1. Select an empty spot on the desktop with the right mouse button A small context menu will appear.

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This article shows you how to compare the contents and size of two folders using the Windows "File Explorer" window. Steps Step 1. Press the key combination ⊞ Win + E The Windows "File Explorer" dialog will be displayed.

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This article shows you how to open a disk image file (or an image file with the extension IMG) on a Windows computer or Mac. An IMG file contains the exact copy of the file system of a storage device and can be opened using a application such as WinZip or by mounting and using it as if it were a real memory unit of the system.

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This article shows you how to safely remove an external hard drive or any USB memory drive from a computer running Windows 10. Steps Method 1 of 3: Using the Taskbar Step 1. Save any files in use that reside on the USB drive The easiest way to do this is to activate the program window that is using the file and press the hotkey combination Ctrl + S.

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A DVD can be created (burned) from files that contain the ISO, also known as a "disc image", and using the Windows 7 "Windows Disc Image Burner". An ISO file contains all the elements of an entire DVD and it can be burned to any writable DVD, it will then depend on the burner, the supported disc type and the size of the disc image file.

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This article shows the steps to follow to install Windows 10 on a computer. To do this, you must press the correct key during the system boot phase, in order to have access to the menu that allows you to select the drive from which to load the operating system (USB drive or CD / DVD player) and allowing, in fact, the installation of Windows 10.

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This article shows you how to print any document as a PDF file. In this way it will be available on any device equipped with a reader of this type of content, such as Adobe Acrobat or Microsoft Edge. Steps Step 1. Open the document you want to print in PDF format Double-click the file name.

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Windows 'Safe Mode' is a useful tool to fix problems that limit system functionality during repair. Being optimized for touch-screen devices, the new Windows 8 operating system starts up very quickly compared to previous versions of Windows, which is why the procedure for booting into safe mode has changed.

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This wikiHow teaches you how to disable the Windows 8 demo activation notification messages. Read on to find out how. Steps Part 1 of 2: Disabling Messages Manually Step 1. Log in to the Windows "Action Center" This step can be completed in two different ways:

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When you connect two monitors to a PC running Windows 10 PC, each of the displays is automatically assigned a numeric identification code, 1 and 2, based on the port they are connected to. Although it is possible to set which should be the main screen, it is not possible to swap the identification codes "

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This article explains how to access the BIOS of both a Lenovo desktop and laptop computer. Steps Method 1 of 4: Use the Windows 10 Advanced Options Menu Step 1. Access the "Start" menu by clicking on the icon It features the Windows logo and is located in the lower left corner of the desktop.

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If your laptop comes with the Windows 7 Starter edition operating system, not being able to change your desktop wallpaper can be frustrating. Unfortunately, there is no native operating system functionality to change this feature; however, there are a couple of methods by which this restriction can be circumvented.

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This article explains how to use the "Stamp" key to take a screenshot using a Windows computer. You will learn how to use key combinations that will allow you to quickly and very easily take a screenshot of the entire screen or a single window.

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Do you want to play a video game that requires a vertical screen? Do you want to install an unusual screen for your computer? Are you planning a retro-looking arcade? Rotating a monitor is not a common procedure, but with the right equipment you can set up your monitor however you like.

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This article teaches how to force quit an unresponsive program on the Windows operating system. To proceed, you need to use the "Task Manager" function (or Task Manager). Steps Step 1. Open the "Task Manager" window Right-click on an empty field on the taskbar and select the Task Manager or Task Manager option.

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The easiest and fastest way to grant access to shared folders on Windows 7 is to add folders to the Homegroup. Homegroup is a special networking feature designed to make it easier for you to access shared files without having to type in the file path or have extensive knowledge of computer networks.

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Comparing two texts to find differences can be useful when, for example, you do not remember changes made to one or more later versions of a writing. This can be true for both literary texts and programming codes. In this type of situation it can be useful Notepad ++ , a particularly advanced text and programming code editor for Windows.

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Desktop wallpapers are a brilliant way to express your admiration for famous people you like and to showcase your collection of your favorite quotes. The new features even let you switch between wallpapers to help you swap them. Sometimes, however, we overdo it and end up with too many files crowding the desktop wallpaper list.

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This article explains how to use a free application for Windows computers, called, 7-Zip to open files in the GZ format (ie with the extension ".gz"). Steps Part 1 of 2: Install 7-Zip Step 1. Visit this website using your computer browser 7-Zip is a free program that allows you to open a wide variety of compressed files, for example GZ or TAR archives.

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This article shows you how to delete temporary files and data generated by a Windows 7 system during normal use. Read on to find out how. Steps Method 1 of 4: Empty the System Cache Step 1. Access the "Start" menu by clicking the icon It features the Windows color logo and is located in the lower left corner of the desktop.

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Do you need to install Windows 7? You don't necessarily have to be an experienced professional or follow complicated instructions from a manual. You can install Windows 7 on a computer using the appropriate installation disc or a properly configured USB key.

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This article shows you how to disable the Windows data encryption feature called BitLocker. BitLocker is a feature built into most Pro, Education, and Enterprise versions of Windows 10. If you are unable to decrypt your computer's hard drive, you will need to enter the BitLocker recovery key first in order to disable this Windows feature.

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This article explains how to change the audio output in Windows. You can make this simple change directly from the Windows "Control Panel" or by using the volume controls displayed in the notification area of the taskbar. Steps Step 1.

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In Windows, you can use a second screen to extend the surface of your desktop. To do this, your desktop computer must have two VGA ports. Most laptops are equipped with a VGA port. This method is very useful for increasing the size of your desktop in order to be able to work on multiple applications at the same time, such as a text document and a spreadsheet.

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This article explains how to view the contents of the event log generated by the IIS service (from the English "Internet Information Services") of a Windows computer in order to analyze individual events. Steps Step 1. Click on the "

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This article shows you how to change the appearance of the desktop icons that are used by Windows. You can do this by using the selection of icons offered by the operating system, by downloading new ones directly from the web or by creating them from scratch with an image editor.

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The Windows "Command Prompt" is a shell, just like the "Terminal" window of Apple's macOS operating system. It is a very powerful tool that allows you to issue commands directly to the machine's operating system. Most of the actions that are usually performed by users using the graphical interface of the operating system (for example accessing a folder) can also be performed through the use of specific commands.

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If you've lost or forgotten the password to log into your Windows 7-based computer, you can use the password reset disk you created earlier and regain access to your Windows account in minutes. If you don't have the password reset disk available, don't panic, you can use the Windows installation DVD or a system repair disc.

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This article explains how to open a file with the extension ".OBJ" (related to a 3D image) on a Windows or macOS computer. Systems using Windows already have a native program capable of opening files in OBJ format, but if you are using a Mac you will need to install a special program such as MeshLab.

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The DLL files (from the English Dynamic-Linked Library) represent Windows dynamic libraries created and managed through the C ++ programming language. The purpose of DLLs is to simplify the sharing and management of programming code. This article explains how to create a DLL file using Visual Studio, a Windows app, or Visual Studio for Mac.

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This article explains how to find Telegram channels on an iPhone or iPad using a bot in the application itself or a directory found online. There is no official list or method to search for channels on Telegram, as all the bots and websites that list them are directories managed by third parties and not associated with the app itself.

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Discord is a well-known VoIP program that is widely used and widespread among gamers. Users can create channels for free and invite others to join. Some people use bots to listen to music, greet new users who have joined their channel, and so much more.

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Adding stickers, GIFs and emojis to images just got easier with the most popular social networking applications. In addition to using apps like Instagram and Snapchat, you can employ many other online programs and services that help edit photos.

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This wikiHow teaches you how to tag a user in a Discord group chat or channel using a computer. Steps Method 1 of 2: Tag a User in a Channel Step 1. Visit https://www.discordapp.com using a browser You can use any browser you want, such as Safari or Chrome, to access Discord.

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This article explains how to change your name on Facebook in order to also change it on the linked Tinder account. The only way to change your name on Tinder is to change your username on Facebook . If the Tinder account has not been connected to Facebook, the only way is to delete the account and create a new one from scratch, but this will also reset your profile information and your matches.

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This wikiHow teaches you how to upload a video to your Twitch account from a computer and post it to your channel. The uploaded videos will be available in the "Videos" tab of your channel. Uploading videos is a feature available only to affiliate and partner accounts.

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This wikiHow teaches you how to upload a photo or video to a Discord channel from an iPhone or iPad. Steps Method 1 of 2: Upload an Existing File Step 1. Open Discord The icon looks like a white joystick on a purple or blue background and is usually found on the Home screen.