https://www.tipsdotcom.com/computer-tips-blog.html The TipsDotCom News and Updates section is where you get an overview of the latest articles. en-us computer tips Sat, 28 Oct 2023 11:30:18 -0400 Sat, 28 Oct 2023 11:30:18 -0400 tipsdotcom.com https://www.tipsdotcom.com/allow-my-organization-to-manage-my-device.htmlca2d291e67440f323663064b4f0c1c8aOk to allow my organization to manage my device? Here are my recommendations from an IT pro on how to deal with this. Spoiler alert: most get it wrong. Sat, 28 Oct 2023 11:30:11 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/destination-path-too-long.htmlb2c60275ea9a87cee6ba6311db94eabcA destination path too long error when copying files or folders is pretty annoying. Now it doesn't have to be with this proven solution. Sun, 10 Jul 2022 12:22:36 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/change-the-rdp-listening-port-in-windows.htmlcfb51572ea38de96a9291463471cb74bYou can change the RDP listening port in Windows via this setting in the registry. Don't forget to make changes in Windows Defender firewall too. Mon, 4 Jul 2022 08:29:36 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/share-onedrive-files-with-external-users.html43d67561bdb97c0d1c032f4d3f9ecad7Here's how I share OneDrive files with external users, even if they don't have a Microsoft account. Modern file sharing makes it easy. Fri, 1 Jul 2022 08:39:39 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/windows-11-file-history.html23216539b22e1a8b00ed2873258c1af7Using Windows 11 file history to automatically backup your files. Learn about backup frequency, retention period and common mistakes. Tue, 28 Jun 2022 09:44:04 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/windows-11-device-manager.htmld501e234b3d9022399ad5faaf54a27e8Using Windows 11 device manager to fix problems with faulty devices. Updating device drivers and manually loading drivers to solve problems. Sat, 25 Jun 2022 12:59:40 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/mfp-gmail-settings.htmlba88421f0b3a79f18b82caa06b854322MFP Gmail settings need to be adjusted. Google's security requirements have changed and you will now need an app password for scan to email. Thu, 23 Jun 2022 06:12:26 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/google-2-step-verification.html9a54a09209c6bf68db70560799712b75Boost your Google 2 step verification skills and learn about the Google Athenticator app, app passwords and more in this useful guide. Thu, 16 Jun 2022 08:38:48 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/gmail-calendar-in-outlook.html58d362c82a862d5d9400bab97023a44aYou can see your Gmail calendar in Outlook by adding account settings in Outlook with the correct secret ical address for your calendar. Thu, 9 Jun 2022 08:21:31 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/gmail-block-sender.htmlddf3cab9d77de338ddf07513c7e4cdfeAre you using the Gmail block sender feature? It's not prominently placed in the Gmail interface, but a great tool to keep your inbox tidy. Tue, 7 Jun 2022 09:56:56 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/the-specified-procedure-could-not-be-found.html26951b5ed6600b07499b661724a18b8cThe message that the specified procedure could not be found when opening photos in Windows indicates that there is a problem with the app. Wed, 1 Jun 2022 09:22:25 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/microsoft-edge-quick-links.html8cf6687b83db074b70494c55bfeff411Working with Microsoft Edge quick links feels intuitive. You can rearrange, display more than one row, pin or hide quick links. Tue, 31 May 2022 10:50:13 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/your-mailbox-has-reached-its-maximum-size-limit.html6adc57441bc0c07ca0ea3d83cc8b98fdWhen your mailbox has reached its maximum size limit you won't be able to send or receive any more messages. Here's what to do. Tue, 24 May 2022 10:39:35 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/outlook-search-is-not-working.html42ada378df5bbb37c1df725b42c9a613Outlook search is not working properly and shows only partial results or no results at all even when it should. This is a known issue. Sun, 22 May 2022 10:55:36 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/windows-11-taskbar.htmlf5c3b6c2b457faadaa664a6c290de456The Windows 11 taskbar now comes with widgets and many other customizable options. Are you missing out on things? Thu, 19 May 2022 09:46:49 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/automatically-run-an-elevated-task-at-startup.htmlf4fbd66d023bd60f725db3f76a9db5c7How to automatically run an elevated task at startup and circumvent the UAC prompt, with Task Scheduler and the schtasks command. Fri, 13 May 2022 10:21:51 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/windows-11-start-menu-folders.htmlbe2bece6b860b1d5a0cc5c2cbc37002dLearn about Windows 11 start menu folders to make your life a little easier than it was yesterday. Small steps that go a long way. Sat, 7 May 2022 10:49:12 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/macrium-reflect-iastorafs-sys-bsod-error.html7861c7c25bc28f8717fd32543ac00e87I was dealing with a Macrium Reflect iastorafs.sys BSOD error after redeploying a successfully restored image to a new laptop. Thu, 5 May 2022 09:43:52 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/windows-11-start-menu-always-show-all-apps.htmlb108e5ba2f42e347dc9833e8c1a0d466Want to make your Windows 11 start menu always show all apps? This and other customizations will make your start menu easier to use. Mon, 2 May 2022 11:03:42 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/windows-11-start-menu-back-to-windows-10.htmlf731f75b5aa1149aa9c37cbb3851d154Want your Windows 11 start menu back to Windows 10? This instant solution has more easy options for your start menu. Thu, 28 Apr 2022 10:27:45 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/windows-11-start-menu-pinned-icons.htmle35beaf0f18e9458c2f599e1c142ffb9Mastering the Windows 11 start menu pinned icons: what everybody thought you already knew about organizing your apps. Wed, 27 Apr 2022 08:47:15 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/windows-11-start-menu.html836752f3a61e35d8d69ccdea027d794bThe Windows 11 start menu has changed. Make sure you don't miss out on these Windows 11 secrets in this free guide. Tue, 26 Apr 2022 10:54:54 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/windows-11-start-menu-recommended-icons.html06ee0a22f199b797d4e5e3325e339c5fRemove or hide Windows 11 start menu recommended icons. Method 2 involves Explorer Patcher which allows full customization. Tue, 26 Apr 2022 10:44:12 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/norton-crypto-mining.html93fc4fa50b478f782829e188783bb5a4With Norton crypto mining as part of a Norton 360 subscription come a bunch of questions. Is it any good, how to disable? I attempt to answer them here. Tue, 25 Jan 2022 08:18:09 -0500 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/password-monitor-securely-checks-your-saved-passwords.html5ac721222d857850c269edc4565fd967Microsoft Edge says that password monitor securely checks your saved passwords. Here's what you need to know and how to double-check for security. Wed, 15 Dec 2021 09:29:13 -0500 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/this-pc-doesnt-currently-meet-all-the-system-requirements-for-windows-11.html60e3099a5ba43d50b044d550469b00dbSolved: this PC doesn’t currently meet all the system requirements for Windows 11. With this registry modification you WILL be able to run Windows 11. Fri, 19 Nov 2021 10:08:18 -0500 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/how-to-create-a-windows-11-sleep-mode-shortcut.htmlb4b693511c359e9495a434b09eafc482Learn how to create a Windows 11 sleep mode shortcut easily so you can invoke sleep mode directly (bonus: sleep mode keyboard shortcut). Thu, 14 Oct 2021 05:30:29 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/how-to-remove-chat-from-the-windows-11-taskbar.html2af2114a8eefd9d6a5cd3150fd386397Learn how to remove chat from the Windows 11 taskbar if you don't use the chat function anyway. Tidy up your Windows 11 taskbar. Mon, 11 Oct 2021 04:25:16 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/will-lastpass-work-with-microsoft-edge.html5466bdbfff68ee63d15863c0d22366afHow will LastPass work with Microsoft Edge? With this mini-tutorial you'll have your central password vault and master password ready in 5 minutes. Tue, 5 Oct 2021 11:13:52 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/how-to-backup-your-computer-to-an-external-hard-drive.html7d3b1bb2caa2f0e02e33739615d1d897In this guide I show you how to backup your computer to an external hard drive like a pro. This will work to backup your laptop or Surface Pro as well. Sat, 2 Oct 2021 08:28:42 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/new-options-for-copying-urls-in-microsoft-edge-settings.html5ad905b0771d7fd0915aee2f0352a516Now we have new options for copying URLs in Microsoft Edge settings. Here I explain how you can put them to use with a practical example. Fri, 24 Sep 2021 10:58:07 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/microsoft-edge-background-image.html7671ec3cef9349d7dca3106e86a074a7You can change your Microsoft Edge background image by using the gear icon to go to the custom page layout settings. Wed, 22 Sep 2021 07:29:29 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/how-to-check-where-your-gmail-is-signed-in.html192c2c54f3d6f0f656d8db2866f2ede2Knowing how to check where your gmail is signed in helps you to keep your Gmail account safe. Now you can also close sessions remotely. Sun, 22 Aug 2021 11:34:34 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/gmail-guest-sign-in.html325bf4c4caeb410a8747a1753a7984b9Gmail guest sign in explained: use guest browsing mode if you need to access your Gmail account from another computer. Fri, 20 Aug 2021 08:25:58 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/microsoft-edge-alt-tab-settings.html5d7264befb8574e4ee15254150bffe2cChange your Microsoft Edge Alt Tab settings to stop individual Edge tabs from appearing in your alt tab items Wed, 18 Aug 2021 11:36:11 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/a-onedrive-folder-already-exists-on-this-pc.htmlbd914da0171c773aad3088cc2358a359What to do if a OneDrive folder already exists on this pc? Learn how to save storage space on your hard drive. Tue, 17 Aug 2021 05:55:04 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/shadow-a-remote-desktop-session-in-windows-10.htmlbc01fd6e3863d836431545157e1e9692In this example I shadow a remote desktop session in Windows 10 without user's permission. Other options are available as well. Wed, 4 Aug 2021 09:41:33 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/how-do-you-find-archived-emails-in-gmail.html60ec274415cb274aa3d0ada8af6a0278While we learn how to find archived emails in Gmail we also take a look at some other interesting Gmail tips and techniques. Wed, 28 Jul 2021 09:11:18 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/will-gmail-delete-old-emails.htmlfab445c80868bceef6f56fe0c95bc226So will Gmail delete old emails automatically to free up storage? Learn all there is to know about deleting mails in Gmail. Mon, 26 Jul 2021 09:15:37 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/how-to-enable-gmail-desktop-notifications.htmlc6276ff88e3fa13045d403c018aac099Let's go find out how to enable Gmail desktop notifications, filter important messages and more. A helpful guide with screenshots. Tue, 20 Jul 2021 10:26:33 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/how-to-transfer-windows-10-from-hdd-to-ssd.htmlc92b2c8b32e32995691154b1f68e7227Learn how to transfer Windows 10 from HDD to SSD by following my step by step DIY guide with extra pictures. Mon, 19 Jul 2021 16:28:27 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/can-i-move-windows-10-to-another-computer.html93d2ab959395885ce6903201c08df009You can transfer Windows 10 to a new computer without reinstalling. I've put together this guide to help you transfer everything. Thu, 15 Jul 2021 04:13:56 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/what-size-external-hard-drive-do-i-need-to-backup-my-computer.html5ed65316b5d36dfc0ee16f93f346ed93The size of external hard drive that you need to backup your computer depends on the amount of data you need to backup and how many copies you need. Tue, 13 Jul 2021 08:10:37 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/get-the-most-out-of-drive-for-desktop.html16faee5bfc4a5dbda4357417ebc73318Being nudged to get the most out of Drive for Desktop? Google Drive is changing. I set my preferences accordingly. Thu, 8 Jul 2021 08:56:39 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/google-chrome-profiles.html37060e9a1510054b11b7f9b18a84188cAre you using Google Chrome profiles? Please remember that separate profiles for multiple users on one computer may not be your best option. Wed, 7 Jul 2021 14:44:23 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/how-to-connect-three-monitors-to-a-laptop.html1ec0693ecc511bd4f47200db06ee075fLet's see how to connect three monitors to a laptop for your perfect trading station setup or extended workplace configuration. Wed, 30 Jun 2021 14:47:11 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/how-to-protect-against-ransomware.htmla05b3671256498fd9e6f724f7278dbefI've been thinking a lot about how to protect my computer against ransomware. The reliable solution is crazy-simple. Wed, 23 Jun 2021 14:11:19 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/google-keeps-stopping-on-your-phone.htmlf6800501c104ef8e4da1baf8559514eeIf Google keeps stopping on your phone, you're on of the millions of people worldwide who is affected. Here's how you can fix it. Tue, 22 Jun 2021 07:07:56 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/smartscreen-cant-be-reached-right-now.html5201412db373589cf5dd454caf3c9fb2Defender says that SmartScreen can't be reached right now. May very well be true, but how do you fix that? I checked my settings. Tue, 22 Jun 2021 04:17:47 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/how-to-use-chrome-remote-desktop.html403f319b7fa7878764db821cc0d7d590A lot of questions on how to use Chrome remote desktop are answered in this convenient guide, based upon the official documentation. Mon, 21 Jun 2021 10:01:35 -0400 https://www.tipsdotcom.com/deleted-files-are-removed-everywhere.html6cbc89cf2435a6f47bce4f9e05daefeeYour deleted files are removed everywhere. So what is OneDrive trying to warn you about? Let's find the complete answer. Sun, 20 Jun 2021 09:55:14 -0400