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Question from Vince: Hi, Rick. I need a little info and advice about Windows 11 if you don’t mind.
I’ve been using Geek Uninstaller to delete programs ever since I read your post explaining how Windows leaves bits and pieces of a program behind when it deletes it.
I updated my Windows 10 computer to Windows 11 and I was wondering if Windows 11 leaves traces of deleted programs behind too. I’m hoping Microsoft has finally fixed this?
Every modern version of Microsoft Windows allows you to create two types of local user accounts.
In my opinion every PC should have one account of each type installed even if only one person will be using the computer. [Read more…]
It’s no secret that Microsoft wants every Windows 11 user to sign into their PC with a Microsoft account.
In fact, they have even designed Windows 11 in a way that prevents a few of its most useful features from even working if you’re signed in with a local account.
But guess what? I don’t really like the idea of signing in to my computer with an Internet-based account, for two reasons: [Read more…]
Question from Kandi: I bought my 9 year old son a new laptop for his birthday. He loves it and uses it every day.
The problem is I have already had to take it to the Geek Squad twice to fix issues he caused by changing some system settings.
I know that’s what he’s doing because I saw him using the Settings app.
Is there a way to disable the Settings app on his computer to prevent that from happening again? I really need to preserve my sanity! [Read more…]
Question from Kyle: I used the Clipboard History for a while with no problems whatsoever, but the last round of Windows Updates broke it.
Now when I press the Windows+V key nothing happens. The box with the stored Clipboard items doesn’t even pop up.
How can I fix this? [Read more…]