One or the other
The difference between Windows Notepad and WordPad, and when to use each
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In this guide, we'll show you the difference between Notepad and WordPad, and when you should use them.
Mauro Huculak
Mauro Huculak is technical writer for WindowsCentral.com. His primary focus is to write comprehensive how-tos to help users get the most out of Windows 10 and its many related technologies. He has an IT background with professional certifications from Microsoft, Cisco, and CompTIA, and he's a recognized member of the Microsoft MVP community.
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The best solution for you
Is Office 2019 or Office 365 right for you?
These are the major differences between Office 2019 and Office 365 to help you decide which one to get.
Help shape the experience
Got a Windows 10 suggestion or problem? Here's how to let Microsoft know.
In this guide, we'll show you the steps to report problems and submit new feature requests to make Windows 10 using the Feedback Hub app.
Shop with confidence
Why the Keepa browser extension will be your Cyber Monday 2019 best friend
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In this guide, we show you the steps to get started with the Keepa extension to view the price history for every product in Amazon to make sure you're getting the best deals during the Cyber Monday 2019 sales event.
Networking help
How to get back online after a Windows 10 update breaks your internet
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In this guide, we'll walk you through the troubleshooting steps to fix network connectivity issues after installing an update on Windows 10.
Windows 10 tips for beginners
Need to change your account name on Windows 10? Here's how to do it.
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In this guide, we'll show you three methods to change the account name that appears in the Sign-in screen on Windows 10.
Batch for beginners
Running your first batch script on Windows 10
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In this guide, we show you the steps to get started creating and running your first batch file to automate tasks on your Windows 10 computer.
Troubleshooting
Hardware issues? Device Manager can help — here's how on Windows 10.
In this guide, we'll show you the steps to check the status of the hardware installed on your device and the steps to fix the most common problems.
Networking tip
Don't know the speed of network card? Here's how to find out on Windows 10.
In this guide, we'll show you multiple easy ways to check the connection speed of your device Wi-Fi and Ethernet adapter connected to a network on Windows 10.
Black screen no more
Troubleshoot and fix the black screen problem on Windows 10
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In this guide, we show you several methods to troubleshoot and fix black screen problems on your computer running Windows 10.
Diagnostic Tool
Wi-Fi problems on Windows 10? Use the wireless report to diagnose problems.
In this guide, we'll show you the steps to create and review a wireless report to start troubleshooting connectivity problems on Windows 10.
Info gathering
Need hard drive model, serial, and other info? Here's how on Windows 10.
In this guide, we'll show you the steps to quickly find out essential information about the hard drive on your device, such as manufacturer, model, serial number, firmware version, media type, and many other details using Command Prompt on Windows 10.
The ultimate guide
The ultimate guide to a clean installation of Windows 10
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In this guide, we'll show you the steps that you need to follow to prepare and perform a successful clean installation of Windows 10, whether you're upgrading from an older release or making the leap from Windows 8.1 or Windows 7.
System customization
Running low of virtual memory? Use these steps to increase it on Windows 10
In this guide, we'll show you the steps to change the size of virtual memory to improve system stability and performance on Windows 10.
Clean it Up
Get back lost hard drive space after the latest Windows 10 update
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Although updating Windows 10 version 1903 (May 2019 Update) to version 1909 doesn't take up a lot of space, upgrading from an older release will, but you can use these steps to get most of the storage back.
Seems quicker
You can now create events even faster — here's how on Windows 10
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In this guide, we'll show you the steps to quickly create calendar events and reminders right from the taskbar without the need to open the Calendar app on the Windows 10 19H2 Update (version 1909).
The ultimate guide
This is the ultimate guide to Bluetooth on Windows 10
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In this guide, we'll show you everything you need to know to get started with Bluetooth on Windows 10, from determining if your device supports the technology, to pairing devices, sending data, enabling Bluetooth specific features, and fixing common problems.
Shh...
Annoyed by Windows 10 notifications sounds? Here's how to disable them all.
In this guide, we'll show you the steps to quickly turn off sound for all notifications with a new option available with the Windows 10 November 2019 Update.
Ultimate troubleshoot guide
Issues applying the Windows 10 November 2019 Update? Here are the fixes.
In this guide, we'll show you the steps to troubleshoot and fix problems upgrading to the Windows 10 November 2019 Update, whether you're running version 1903 or an older version, such as the October 2018 Update.
New strategy
These are the PCs expected to get the November 2019 Update TODAY
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The November 2019 Update for Windows 10 will start gradually rolling out on November 12, but Microsoft plans to use a different update approach, and here's how the release is going to happen.