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In Windows there is a secret restart function …
In Windows there is a secret restart function for emergencies that almost nobody knows Since Windows Vista, a secret restart button has been hiding right under our noses, which makes a cold start superfluous when in doubt. What do you do when your PC hangs, and the picture is frozen? I’m sure most of you … Read more More
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My notebook is permanently plugged in – will I damage the battery?
Does it hurt my battery if the laptop is always connected to the mains? I did some research and now I can finally sleep soundly again – even if the matter is more complicated. Whether in the office, on the balcony, playing Dungeons and Dragons or on the couch: When I’m not playing on the gaming … Read more More
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You should unplug these devices when you go on vacation
We go on vacation and leave everything unoccupied for a week, sometimes two. The preparations not only include packing your suitcase, but also unplugging most of the electronics. But when should you do that – and when not? Why should technology be taken off the grid at all? There are also three good greens. It saves money. Yes, … Read more More
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Disable Siri on the iPhone: Here’s how
Language assistants: For one blessing, for the other curse. We’ll show you how to muzzle Siri on your phone. Just set a timer, ask about the weather, or have someone tell you a joke: Siri has many useful and less useful uses. And every now and then, the language assistant joins in conversations without having to say … Read more More
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[Win] + [V] is probably the most powerful Windows shortcut that hardly anyone uses
[Ctrl] + [C] and [Ctrl] + [V] are fundamental shortcuts in Windows for copy-pasting – a trick that allows you to unlock even more options. [Ctrl] + [C] to copy, [Ctrl] + [V] to paste, [Ctrl] + [X] to cut – almost everyone should know these elementary shortcuts and use them actively. It doesn’t matter … Read more More
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This is how you protect your WLAN from uninvited guests
We explain how you can tell if someone is using your WiFi without permission, what to do about it, and how to protect yourself from it. Home is where the WiFi connects automatically – but what if you’re not the only one connecting to your home network? It is not as unlikely as one might … Read more More
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This is how you prevent your iPhone from rotating the screen in certain apps
Sometimes you can’t avoid turning on the iPhone’s automatic orientation lock. We’ll show you how to coin them on specific apps. Sometimes you don’t want your phone screen to rotate automatically. Be it because you are lying on your side, or if an app looks different in so-called landscape mode. That’s what orientation or screen lock is for. Switching the … Read more More
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This is how you create an iPhone backup in just a few steps
Backing up the data on the iPhone is an important preventative measure. You can find out here how the backup is created via iCloud, Mac, Windows, and iTunes. Backing up the most important and personal data on iPhone is an essential step to prevent possible data loss. Luckily, Apple offers several ways to back up device data. In this … Read more More
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Android Update: How to install the latest version on your phone
How you update your Android cell phone and what you have to consider – our guide reveals it. If you want to protect yourself from malware, you should keep your Android phone up to date. Especially since the updates not only increase your security but often also add many useful functions and features. Anyone who … Read more More
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Reset iPhone: Factory settings in 3 steps
There are many reasons why you might want to reset your iPhone to factory settings. Our guide tells you how to do it in just a few steps. Whether the iPhone is to be prepared for sale or you inherit the smartphone from friends and family. Before you hand over the cell phone with the expensive … Read more More
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NFC on mobile phones: what it is and how to activate it
With NFC you can easily pay wirelessly and transfer data. Our guide on the topic explains how it works and what is behind it. Nowadays almost every mobile phone has NFC. The technology makes it easy to transfer data over short distances. NFC can make your everyday life a whole lot more pleasant. Our guide tells you exactly … Read more More
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Switch keyboard: How to change the language in Windows
How do you change the keyboard language? We will show you how it can be done quickly and easily. Do you want to switch between languages more often when working with the keyboard? Or maybe you just accidentally switched the language and don’t know how to undo it? That happens more often than you might think. Luckily that’s … Read more More