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How to find your Microsoft Office product key
A product key is often required to install older versions of Office, but all hope is not lost if you can't find it.
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6 ways to fix a laptop that won't turn on
Here's what to try if you can't get your PC or laptop to boot up
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How to tell if you've been blocked on Android
If your messages and calls aren't reaching someone, they may have blocked your number – here's how to find out if you use an Android phone
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How to download all photos and videos from Google Photos
Here's how you can download everything on Google Photos (including videos) in one go straight to your PC.
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How to remove login password in Windows
Even if you don't have the luxury of fingerprint or face unlock, typing your password each time might not be necessary
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How to get Microsoft Excel for free
Excel is the leading name in spreadsheet software, but you don't need to pay to start using it
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How to fix 'Application Unable to Start Correctly' error (0xc000007b)
Here are seven quick fixes to solve 'The application was unable to start correctly' errors in Windows
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How to get around Zoom's 40 minute limit
The limit applies to both two-person calls and bigger meetings, but the same workaround is still available
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How to get Adobe Photoshop for Free in 2022
Photoshop is the best-known image editor, but there are lots of options depending upon your device. Here's how to get it for free, or at a discounted price.
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How to control WhatsApp 'Last seen' and 'Online' status
WhatsApp already lets you control who sees when you last used the app, and similar options are rolling out for when you're online
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How to download YouTube videos on a laptop, phone or tablet
We explain how to download YouTube videos, including music and playlists on your laptop, PC, phone or tablet using free and paid apps.
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How to fix missing taskbar and Start menu in Windows 11
Windows 11 updates sometimes cause the Start menu and taskbar to disappear – here are two ways to get them back
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How to transfer photos from PC to iPhone
Copying photos between a computer and an iPhone is easy when you know how
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How to downgrade from Windows 11 to Windows 10
Whether it's been a few days or a few months, there are ways to go back to Windows 10 after you've installed Windows 11
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How to use the same WhatsApp account on two phones
It's the one feature WhatsApp doesn't have. But this simple trick lets you use your account on two different phones without logging out on one.
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I forgot my Windows password. How do I log in?
If you can't remember your Windows password and can't log in, here's what to do.
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How to install the Windows 11 2022 Update now
Windows 11's major update for 2022 has only just begun rolling out, but anyone with a compatible device can download a version of it now
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How to set up and use a VPN
If you want the freedom to watch and read whatever you want online without also being tracked you need a VPN. We explain how to set up and use one.
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How to use Windows 11's screen reader
Narrator is the name given to Windows 11’s screen reader feature, which makes it possible to use the OS if you have a visual impairment
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