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Windows

Fixes, guides and reviews from a jack of all IT trades. Written right after the fix worked.

Paint 3D Is Gone: What Still Works and the Best Free Alternatives

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Paint 3D Is Gone: What Still Works and the Best Free Alternatives

Microsoft removed Paint 3D from the Store in November 2024. What that means if you still have it, and the free apps that replace it.

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How to Install, Uninstall or Block a Specific Windows Update (KB)

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How to Install, Uninstall or Block a Specific Windows Update (KB)

Install, remove and block individual Windows updates by KB number on Windows 11, 10 and Server: Settings, wusa, DISM, recovery mode and PSWindowsUpdate.

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How to Install Microsoft PC Manager (Online and Offline) in 2026

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How to Install Microsoft PC Manager (Online and Offline) in 2026

Every way to install Microsoft PC Manager on Windows 10 and 11: Microsoft Store, winget and the honest truth about offline installers.

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The 5 Best Free Programs to Remap Mouse Buttons (Windows, Mac and Linux)

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The 5 Best Free Programs to Remap Mouse Buttons (Windows, Mac and Linux)

Turn your mouse’s side buttons into copy, paste, media keys or macros. The five free tools I recommend for Windows, macOS and Linux, with setup tips.

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Activate Windows 11 for Free Using KMS

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How to Activate Windows 11 with KMS (and When It’s Actually Legal)

The honest guide to Windows 11 KMS activation: official GVLKs, the commands, error fixes, and which options are legal for home users.

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How to Activate Windows 10 with KMS: Official Keys, Commands and Error Fixes

How KMS activation really works for Windows 10, the official Microsoft keys, the commands IT teams use, fixes for common errors, and the legal options for home users.

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Unveiling the Mysteries of Active Directory and Azure AD: A Comprehensive Guide

Dive deep into the world of Microsoft Active Directory and Azure Active Directory, exploring their features, services, and vital roles in network management.

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Understanding Active Directory Default Security Groups: A Guide to Enhanced IT Management

Dive deep into the world of Active Directory and its 20 essential security groups, providing enhanced management for users and computers

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