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Revitalize your slow Windows PC

Two of the first things you should do if your Windows desktop is running slow is to clean up the hard drive and free up some disk space. One of the best ways to do this is to use the Disk Cleanup tool.

Declutter your desktop and get more work done

Anything that hinders productivity is considered detrimental to profit, and a cluttered computer is one of them. Even a little time spent looking for files and applications in a crowded desktop can eventually add up to hours of downtime. Worse, it can mean losing critical data like important reports. Here are some tips to help… Continue reading Declutter your desktop and get more work done

Clean your desktop to optimize your PC

Have your computers slowed down? As a business owner, you rely on your PC to get work done and keep productivity up. But a cluttered desktop can lead to lagging systems. Here are simple fixes to get you back on track. 1. Before you begin, do a bit of recon Before you go about deleting… Continue reading Clean your desktop to optimize your PC

Boost productivity with a clean desktop

If you’re like many users, you’ve probably found it convenient to pile up your desktop with a lot of files.. Over time though, this method creates a confusing display screen that can give anyone a headache.. What started as a way to quickly grab files becomes the opposite and you waste time wading through a… Continue reading Boost productivity with a clean desktop

Hey Cortana! Windows 10’s new feature

Ever wondered what the Cortana thing that keeps showing up on Windows 10 is? It’s actually a digital voice assistant similar to Siri or Google Now. While you might be apprehensive about talking to your laptop, utilizing Cortana is easier and cooler than you might think. Here’s all you need to know about getting Cortana… Continue reading Hey Cortana! Windows 10’s new feature

Cortana is changing Windows 10

One of the most underrated aspects of Windows 10 is Cortana. This do-it-all personal assistant is going to revolutionize the way you use your computer. Cortana operates in the same manner as Siri and other digital voice assistants, but on your laptop or PC. We’ll dig a little deeper to show you how to set… Continue reading Cortana is changing Windows 10

Meet Cortana, your PA for Windows 10

Hey Cortana! Saying this phrase to your Windows 10-installed laptop or PC will bring up your very own digital voice assistant. While you might not think much of it, utilizing Cortana can help you save valuable time and energy. Whether you’re looking for a specific file or wanting to send an e-mail, Cortana can assist… Continue reading Meet Cortana, your PA for Windows 10

Dealing with desktop clutter

A common problem that develops over time with people who have been using their computers for a number of years is that their desktops often become littered with files, shortcuts, folders, and icons. The result is a cluttered look that not only looks messy but can make it harder to find files and can even… Continue reading Dealing with desktop clutter

Reducing desktop clutter

Have you ever gone to talk with a colleague and gotten a look at their computer’s desktop only to notice that they have files, apps, and folders strewn about in a seemingly random fashion? Or maybe you are guilty of a cluttered desktop. Many people tend to have somewhat unorganized desktops, especially if they have… Continue reading Reducing desktop clutter

De-clutter your desktop

Have you ever seen a colleague’s desktop that is covered in icons, shortcuts, files, and folders? Or maybe it’s you that is disorganized. It’s not uncommon for desktops to get cluttered, especially if you have been using your computer for a number of years. The issue with this however, is that desktop clutter can make… Continue reading De-clutter your desktop