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How to Use the Search Tool in Windows 10 File Explorer
In Windows 10, you can search for files and other content using the built-in Search tool on the Taskbar. However, you can also search for files directly through File Explorer. With the Windows 10 November 2019 Update, Microsoft has integrated Windows Search into File Explorer. This means you can click or type a keyword in the search field, and File…
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How to turn on or off the ‘Recommended’ tab on File Explorer for Windows 11
The “Recommended” section on File Explorer’s Home has been designed to provide quick access to files that Windows 11 thinks you’ll need based on your recent activities. To enable the feature, open “Folder Options” on File Explorer, and turn on “Show recommended section” and “Include account-based insights, recent, favorites, and recommended files.” You can also turn off the previously mentioned…
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How to File a Car Insurance Claim
Gather information. Collect details about the accident: names, contact information, and insurance policy information for anyone involved. Take photos of the damage to your car and any other vehicles and property, and write down or photograph license plate numbers. If you can, try to also record the involved cars’ vehicle identification number (VIN), the 17-digit code that can be found…
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The only Android file manager you need – Computerworld
At its core, Google Files makes it painless and almost even pleasant to browse through your phone’s local storage and find, share, or organize any files you’ve downloaded or transferred onto the device. The app lets you look through folders or sort items by type (documents, images, videos, and so on) and optionally move sensitive materials into an encrypted and…
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Windows 11 Is Getting a Better File Search, but Not for All PCs
For the most part, Windows’ search feature has remained unchanged over the past two decades. That’s finally changing, though not everyone will get to try out the improved functionality. Microsoft is significantly upgrading the search experience on Windows 11 with the introduction of semantic indexing for Copilot+ PCs. This will allow you to find files, photos, and settings using natural…
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How to Repair a Microsoft Outlook PST or OST file
You’re running into errors or glitches in Microsoft Outlook and suspect the issue may be due to corruption in your personal folder file, which houses all your email and other content. To help track down the cause of the problem, Microsoft offers the built-in Inbox Repair tool, also known as ScanPST. SEE: Windows, Linux, and Mac Commands Everyone Needs to…
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Scammers file first — Get your IRS Identity Protection PIN now
The IRS relaunched its Identity Protection Personal Identification Number (IP PIN) program this week and all US taxpayers are encouraged to enroll for added security against identity theft and fraudulent returns. An Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) is a six-digit number assigned to a taxpayer that must be used when filing a tax return. This number is only valid for the…
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How to File an Insurance Claim After a Wildfire
The first step is to get in touch with your insurer or the agent who sold you your homeowners insurance. The insurance company will assign an adjuster, who will assess the damage and submit an estimate for review. The amount you’re paid will depend on the kind of coverage you have. Though “replacement cost” coverage should cover the cost of repairing…
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How To Delete a File in Linux
All UNIX-based operating systems, including Linux, follow the structure that “everything is a file.” These systems treat all the regular files, directories, processes, symbolic links, and devices like external hardware as files. You can create, modify, and delete files using the commands or from the File Manager. Deleting files is essential when you accidentally create multiple files that become unnecessary…
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How to Change File Permissions in Linux
Linux works well as a multiuser operating system. Many users can access a single OS simultaneously without interpreting each other. However, if others can access your directories or files, the risk may increase. Hence, from a security perspective, securing the data from others is essential. Linux has features to control access from permissions and ownership. The ownership of files, folders,…
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