Microsoft Silverlight is a competing product from Microsoft for Adobe Flash Player. This enables interactive elements to be displayed on websites, so-called RIAs (Rich Internet Applications). Microsoft Silverlight can do that Silverlight is available for all common browsers: Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, Chrome and Opera...

If you want to clean up your system under Windows 7, you can free up a few GByte by removing old updates from the hard disk. We'll show you how it's done. Windows 7: delete old updates Old Windows updates are always saved on the computer so that an older update can be installed in the event of a problem...

The Windows host process is required to run Windows. If this no longer works, there can be various causes. Find out in this practical tip what you can do about it. Windows host process has stopped working. You can do that First open the "Computer" and then "Windows (C :)". Now change to the "Programs" folder and then to "Common Files"...

Error 797 can occur under Windows due to incorrect network configurations. Your PC tries to connect to the Internet via a modem, but it doesn't work. Here we show you how to fix the error message and get back on the Internet without any problems. Windows error message 797 - this is how you remove the error code To fix the problem, you need to change your computer's network settings: Click on "Start" and then on "Control Panel"...

In this practical tip, we will show you how to add an icon when it has disappeared from your Apps view in Windows 8. Windows 8: Add the missing icon in the Apps view Go to the Apps view and right-click on an empty part of the interface (not on an icon). The "All apps" icon appears at the bottom right...

In this practical tip, we explain how to change the network type in Windows 8. Change Windows 8 network type: Public or private If your PC is in a public network, you should select the network value type option "Select for public networks". If the network changes later, you can also adjust the type: Click the network icon in the lower right of the taskbar...

Even before the official release of Windows 10, users could test the beta versions of the operating system through the Insider program. However, you have to leave this insider status manually - otherwise Windows 10 will continue to download trial versions as system updates. How to exit Windows 10 Insider Program If you have updated directly from the Windows 10 preview to the final version, the call for insider builds is probably still activated in your settings...

If the boot manager is missing or damaged on your Windows 7 PC, the error message "bootmgr is missing" or "bootmgr is missing" appears. To solve the problem, you need a Windows 7 DVD or a USB stick with Windows 7. Create Windows 7 installation media If you do not have a Windows 7 DVD, you can download an image of the operating system and use it to create a bootable USB stick...

In this practical tip, we explain how to protect a folder with a password in Windows 10. There is currently no function directly integrated in Windows 10 to assign a password to folders. However, you can use the WinRar program, which works perfectly on Windows 10. Windows 10: No internal function available Download and install the program...

If you want to move your own files under Windows 7, you should not use the simple copy function. We show you in our practical tip how the move works properly. Move your own files on Windows 7, 8, and 10 Note: The following instructions work under Windows 7 as well as under Windows Vista, Windows 8 and Windows 10...

Those who frequently work with Windows Live applications can use the Windows Live ID Sign-in Assistant to simplify the registration process in the individual programs. The exchange of files is also made easier. The Windows Live Sign-in Assistant can do that The Windows Live Sign-in Assistant works with all applications that are part of Windows Live Essentials 2011...

In this guide, we show you how to restore deleted files in Windows 8. Recover files on Windows 8 To restore files in Windows 8, we recommend the free tool Recuva. After installation, an assistant will guide you through the recovery process. Select the desired file type and the path. When the search is finished, you will see all recoverable files in a list...

Although a lot has changed in Windows 10, the folder options have stayed in place. We show you how to access the settings and which options you should definitely adjust. Open folder options in Windows 10 As in previous versions of Windows, start the folder options in the latest Microsoft system via the control panel: To do this, click on the Windows logo at the bottom left and start the "Control Panel"...

Every time the program crashes, Windows 7 sends a report to Microsoft. You can also deactivate this error reporting. We'll show you exactly how it works. Disable Windows error reporting in the registry Error reporting starts automatically with Windows. In order to deactivate the service, a small intervention in the registry is therefore necessary...

With the command prompt you can quickly find out the number of CPU cores under Windows. This also allows you to differentiate between physical and logical CPUs. Determine the number of processors under Windows 7 Click on "Start" and enter "cmd" in the search line. Select the search result of the same name and open the command prompt...

The context menu in Windows 8 contains few useful commands. We show you in our practical tip how you can edit this. How to expand the context menu in Windows 8 Download and install the free "Right Click Enhancer" tool. Start the program and click on the "Right Click Tweaker" option at the top to edit the context menu options...

You can arrange files and folders in a library under Windows 7. We show you how to delete them again in our practical tip. How to delete the libraries in Windows 7 Open the start menu and enter "regedit" in the search field below. Start the registry editor of the same name. If necessary, you have to confirm this step with the user account control...

If your mouse pointer changes independently again and again, this can have several reasons. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Change mouse pointer manually - this is how you undo the change Open the Control Panel and select the category "Hardware and Sound". You will now find the "Mouse" option under the "Devices and Printers" category...

Windows also annoyed in earlier versions with the automatic restart after the update installation, which could at least be prevented and delayed. Windows 8 initially leaves you with no choice and after 15 minutes it will restart. You only have enough time to save the current work. In the case of urgent tasks, this takes time...

How to change the standard action for "Exit" or "Shutdown" under Windows 7 can be read in the following practical tip. Change default action for "Exit" on Windows 7 If you do not want to switch off your PC by clicking the shutdown button in the start menu, you can also set other actions as standard...

The error 0x80004005 when connecting to a network in Windows 7 can have numerous causes. We'll show you how to fix it. Fix error 0x80004005 on Windows 7 In most cases, non-activated services lead to this error. To fix the problem, just activate or install these services: Click on the Windows icon at the bottom left and select "Control Panel" in the Start menu...

You can decide for yourself whether your laptop should switch off when it is closed. We explain how this works in this practical tip. Set the action when the laptop is closed In just a few steps, you can specify that Windows should switch off when you close your laptop. The individual steps are illustrated in the picture gallery...

Do you want to delete your Windows Live ID but fail because of the Microsoft menus? We'll show you how it's done. Delete Windows Live ID Deleting a Windows Live ID takes a lot of patience. First log in to login.live.com with your Windows Live ID. You will then see an "Account overview" on the left...

If the entry "Windows Cardspace" appears in the control panel, ask yourself what this is. We'll tell you. Windows Cardspace - what can the service do? Windows Cardspace comes to your computer together with the Microsoft .NET Framework program. It is a service for creating, managing and publishing digital identities...

In this practical tip you will read what you have to do if the Catalyst Control Center is running Windows 8.1. does not start and you receive an error message instead. Catalyst Control Center does not start under Windows 8.1 - it works again! Go to the AMD support and driver page. Click on "Find your driver"...

The on-screen keyboard in Windows 8 can be deactivated permanently by changing a registry entry. We show you the exact procedure in 5 steps. Deactivate on-screen keyboard via registry Click the [Windows] key + [R] and enter "regedit". Alternatively, you can drag your mouse into the left corner of the screen and type "regedit" in the app view...

The easiest way to install a RAID driver in Windows is surely directly with a new installation. Especially if you want to install Windows on a RAID volume, there are hardly any alternatives. It gets tricky if you want to equip your system with an additional RAID, but your system should be on its own hard drive...

GMX is not available as an app in the Windows Store. Nevertheless, you can set up your email account comfortably on your Windows Phone. We show you how to do this. Set up GMX mailbox on Windows Phone without app You can quickly set up the GMX email account on your Windows Phone: Open Settings and then select "Email Accounts & Others"...

In this practical tip, we will show you what to do if you receive error number 0x800ccc0e in Windows Live Mail. 1. Windows Live Mail blocking by firewall or Antivir Windows Live Mail may have been blocked by the installed firewall or antivirus system. Check your firewall settings. If Windows Live Mail isn't listed there, add it as an exception...

Every now and then it can happen that an app on your Windows Phone 8 does not open. We'll tell you how to get the program up and running. App does not start - so you solve the problem Sometimes it happens that, for example, the messaging app "WhatsApp" cannot be opened. These tips could help you...

Windows 7 usually starts with all available cores. However, you can also set the number of processors manually. You can read how this works in this practical tip. Manually change CPU cores Enter the command "msconfig" in the search bar of the start menu. In the "Start" tab, click on "Advanced Options"...

It is rare for your Windows Phone 8 to freeze. Then often only the soft reset helps. You can find out how to do this correctly here. Reboot Windows Phones correctly If your smartphone stops responding or you start your phone and it hangs, only the soft reset can help. Most smartphones have built-in batteries, so that a battery pull is not possible...

With the right setting, you can put your PC to sleep using the power button. In this tip we show you what you have to do. Power button: How to change the command Open the "Control Panel" using the Windows button. Alternatively, enter "Control Panel" in the Windows search bar and confirm with [Enter]...

If you always want to start Internet Explorer 11 in InPrivate mode, it is not sufficient to activate the entry "Start InPrivate Browsing" on the IE start page. In this case, you only use the private mode in the browser window that opens. If you surf in a second window or open the Internet Explorer after a restart, you are no longer on the web in private mode...

If you use Windows 8, you can install the video chat software "Skype" as an app. Here we show you how to get the program onto your tile surface. Different versions of the chat software The app described here is aimed at users of all Windows 8 versions. If you use Windows RT, this app is the only way to use "Skype" on your device...

As of Windows 7, you can quickly and easily create shared folders or share existing folders with individual users. Moving individual files from PC to PC via USB stick is no longer necessary - practical. Sharing folders in Windows Select an existing folder or create a new one and open the "Properties" by right-clicking on the folder...

There are numerous mini-applications for Windows, such as a translator. You can easily integrate these gadgets - we show you exactly how to get and set up the translater here. Integrate Leo translators into Windows Right-click on an empty space on your desktop and select the context command "Gadgets"...

If you don't want to do without XP in times of Windows 7 and Windows 8, you can set up a dual-boot system with both operating systems. Depending on the application, you can decide which OS you want to start and use. Preparation for the dual boot system This tip describes in-depth system interventions...

You do not necessarily need additional software to create a backup image in Windows 7. We show you how you can back up your system with on-board equipment and restore it if necessary. Create Windows 7 image Windows 7 offers you its own tools for creating system images: Open the "Control Panel"...

Not every program has its own print preview. In Windows 7 you can still activate the feature anywhere. We show you how to do this. Activate print view for each program Windows 7 lets you save every document before printing. You can take advantage of this feature: This means that perfect print previews can be generated in no time - regardless of the program used...

This practical guide shows you how to set up a system restore manually in Windows 8. Perform system restore in Windows 8 Even if Windows 8 sets certain system restore points automatically, you can also set system restore points yourself. Proceed as follows: First click on the gear icon in the Charms bar to open the settings menu...

Read this practical tip on how to change your mouse pointer in Windows 7. Change mouse pointer visually in Windows 7 Click on the "Start" or "Windows" icon and then on "Control Panel". Now select the category "Hardware and Sounds". Under "Devices and Printers" click on "Mouse" to open the mouse settings...

If you do not want to be disturbed by your smartphone, you can put your Windows Phone into silent mode. We show you how to do this in this article. Set silent mode in Windows Phone You turn off the sound on your Windows Phone by pressing the volume button down until the control is set to "0/10"...

Windows Phone 8 gives you a choice of 20 different color accents. These change both the tile color and the color of your background. Change tile color in Windows Phone 8 First open the settings. You can find them by switching from the start page to the right to the list of all applications. Now tap on "Home + Design"...

In this guide, we explain what you can do if Windows 8 does not shut down. Windows 8: Shutdown not possible - you can do that Before trying to shutdown your Windows 8 PC, you should first close all programs manually. Some programs may be idle or create invisible processes in the background. Check this using the Task Manager and end the relevant processes and applications...

If you have a good virus protection program installed, it is usually better to deactivate the Antivir Windows Defender. This prevents the programs from interfering with each other. We'll show you how to turn off Windows Defender. Deactivate Windows Defender To get to the Defender program first, enter "Defender" in the search field of the start menu and then open the program...

You will always find the "savservice.exe" process in the Task Manager. In this practical tip, we clarify exactly what that is and which function the file fulfills. SavService.exe - that is behind the process SavService.exe is the background process of the anti-virus software "Sophos Antivirus"...

In this practical tip you can read what the pdfcreatehook.exe process is. pdfcreatehook.exe: PDF create process from Nuance The process pdfcreatehook.exe belongs to a software product by Nuance called "PDF Create" or "Nuance PDF Professional (Version 5)". The process hardly affects your computer's performance...

In this guide, we explain how to change your Microsoft account to a local account under Windows 8.1. Windows 8.1: Change Microsoft account to local account Press the [Windows] key and the [i] key simultaneously. Then click on "Change PC settings". In the left display, go to "Accounts"...

If you always want to run a batch file as an administrator, you have to do it differently than with programs. In this practical tip, we present two simple solutions. Way 1: Start the batch file via link as administrator Unfortunately, unlike EXE files, you cannot run batch files via the compatibility properties as an administrator...

This guide shows you what you can do if Winamp crashes regularly. Winamp crashes: you can do that Note: This practical tip is based on Winamp 5.666 under Microsoft Windows 7. Install the latest version of Winamp and make sure that the program is not blocked by a firewall or antivirus software. Try to run the program as administrator...

In this guide, we show you how you can calculate with the Windows calculator in percent. Windows calculator: percent calculation After opening the Windows calculator, first enter the amount from which the percentages should be deducted. Then click on the minus sign and enter the corresponding percentage...

This guide shows you how to solve problems with the Windows Store. Windows Store problems: Clear cache To solve problems with the Windows Store, you need to clear the cache. Enter "wsreset" in the Windows Start menu. Right-click the function found. Select "Run as administrator". Confirm with OK"...

There are several reasons why your mouse may no longer appear. With this practical tip, we present possible causes and show you how you can solve this problem. Wired mice are not displayed correctly If a wired mouse is not displayed correctly, it may be due to the cable connection. We show you what you should try...

If your Windows 8 App Store can no longer be opened, there can be many reasons. In this practical tip we show you some possible solutions. Current Windows updates Download the latest Windows 8 update and install it. Alternatively: Press the Windows key and [W]. Enter "Updates" in the search field and then click on the result "Windows Updates"...

If your computer hangs, restarting Windows Explorer can help. We'll show you how it's done. Restart Windows Explorer on Windows 7 Open the task manager with the key combination [Ctrl] + [Alt] + [Del]. Switch to the "Processes" tab and right-click on the "explorer.exe" process...

In this practical tip, we explain how to change users in the Windows Store. Windows Store: Log in with a different user account Click the "Store" tile in the Start menu. If it does not exist, type "Store" in the Windows search and click on the app found. In the top right of the store, select the "Account" option and then "Your account"...

Profile pictures cannot be deleted from the Start menu in Windows 8.1. Even old pictures that you have tried as a profile picture cannot be removed. With a little trick it works ... Delete profile pictures in Windows 8.1 - how it works Open the file explorer. Click on the "View" tab and check under "Show / Hide" whether you have ticked "Hidden items"...

In this practical tip, we explain how to add a payment method in the Windows Store in Windows 8. There are two payment options to choose from: PayPal or credit card. Add payment method in the Windows Store: PayPal or credit card Go to the start menu and click on the store tile. If you don't see a store tile, type "Store" in the start menu and select the app found...

You can't always start Safe Mode on Windows. We'll show you what you can do if it doesn't start. Start Safe Mode properly Start your computer and from now on press the [F8] key at the top of the keyboard again and again. Some computers require the F5 key instead. When the right time is reached, you will be taken to the advanced start options...

This guide shows you what you can do if Windows does not recognize your printer. Windows does not recognize printers - you can do that First, make sure the printer is properly connected to power and your PC. If necessary, select a different USB port that works with other devices (such as the mouse). Install the appropriate drivers for your device...

If the task manager stops working, it is in most cases due to a defective entry in the registry. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Windows 7: Repair Task Manager Click on the start menu and enter "regedit". Run the program found. Open the path "HKEY_CURRENT_USER \ Software \ Microsoft \ Windows \ CurrentVersion \ Policies \ System" in the registry...

In this practical tip, we will show you what you can do if the Windows Store is no longer available. Windows Store not available: You can do that You can reactivate the Windows Store using the registry. To do this, follow the steps below. Change to the "Windows" folder or "Winnt"...

If the apps do not have an internet connection under Windows 8.1, the wrong settings are usually to blame. We'll show you exactly what you need to do now. Windows 8.1: Apps do not get an internet connection Installation: If only one app does not receive a connection, simply reinstall it. Small problems are usually solved this way...

In this guide, we explain how to set up your Windows Phone to be childproof. With our tips, you can let your children play with their smartphone with confidence. Child lock on the Windows Phone - the "children's corner" Smartphones magically attract children and they love to play with them...

If the Windows Store has suddenly disappeared, you do not have to despair: With these instructions you will get the Store back. You can do that when the Windows Store disappears This problem occurs frequently - follow these steps to restore the store: First press the key combination [Windows] + [Q]. Enter "cmd" there and open it as administrator...

In this practical tip, we show you what you can do if no driver is found. No drivers found - there are these options Drivers are an important part of your computer. But what to do if your computer doesn't recognize you? Open Windows Update. The updater also searches for driver software and updates for all installed programs...

WKS files were created using Microsoft Works. We'll show you how to open WKS files. Open the WKS file The easiest way to open the file is with Works and then save it in another format such as "XLS" or "DOC". If you only have Word, you can convert the file differently. First, download the Microsoft Works 6–9 file converter from the Microsoft website. ...

If you have any doubts about the correct operation of your working memory, you can check it for errors. These instructions show you the individual steps. Windows 8: Check memory for errors Press the [Windows] and [R] keys simultaneously so that the "Execute" command opens. Enter "mdsched...

In this practical tip we will show you how to backup WhatsApp on your Windows Phone. This is how you can restore your WhatsApp messages when you reset your smartphone or reinstall the app. How to backup WhatsApp on Windows Phone Open WhatsApp and tap the three small dots at the bottom right. Select the "Settings" option and then "Chat settings"...

There are several programs for merging two AVI files. In this practical tip, we will show you how it works with Windows Movie Maker and VirtualDub. Windows Movie Maker: Merge two AVI files The Movie Maker is already preinstalled under Windows XP. Windows Live Movie Maker 2011 is suitable for Windows Vista, Windows Movie Maker 2012 for Windows 7 and 8...

If folders and files appear blue in Windows, don't worry. In this guide you will find out where the blue font comes from and how to deactivate it. Windows folder in blue letters If a folder, a file or an entire drive is displayed in blue in Windows, this means that the corresponding files are saved in compressed form...

If you no longer use WhatsApp, you can delete your account. We'll show you how to remove the chat app from your Windows Phone. How to delete your WhatsApp account on Windows Phone You quickly deleted your WhatsApp account. We show you step-by-step how to do it: Open WhatsApp and click on the three small dots at the bottom right...

Protecting a normal folder in Windows 8 with a password is not immediately possible. But not impossible either - we will show you exactly how this works. Windows 8: Provide folder with password The "WinRAR" program is suitable for this. Download this and install it on your computer. Then right-click on the folder to open the context menu...

With this practical tip, we will show you how to connect 2 laptops under Windows 8 via WLAN. Step by step: How to create an ad hoc network in Windows 8 In order to be able to connect 2 laptops under Windows 8 via WLAN, you must first set up a so-called ad hoc network. You can do this with the following steps: Move the mouse into the upper left corner of the screen and click on the "Search" field...

Programs can be created as services under Windows Server 2003 so that they are executed permanently and every time the system is started. This even works without a user being logged on. You can read about how to set up an application in this practical tip. Windows Server 2003: Create a service using the Resource Kit Tools It is relatively easy with the Windows Server 2003 Resource Kit Tools, which you can download here from CHIP: Resource Kit Tools Download...

If the automatic playback of USB sticks and other external devices interferes with Windows 8, you can deactivate them. In this guide, we will show you how this works. Windows 8: Disable auto play At the beginning open the control panel. This practical tip shows you how this works under Windows 8. Open the "Hardware and Sound" category and select "Automatic playback"...

If your fans suddenly start, Windows performance monitoring may be to blame. This practical tip explains how to deactivate the performance index. Process "WinSAT.exe" - shutdown performance index in Windows 7 Open the Control Panel on your PC. In the category view click on "System and Security" in the area "Administration" on "Schedule tasks"...

In this practical tip, we will show you how you can change the font and font size in the Windows 8 Mail app. How to change font and font size in Windows 8 If you want to make an email more individual, you can change the font and the font size in the Windows 8 Mail app: Open the new email in which you want to adjust the font and size...

With the snipping tool for Windows 7, you can quickly and easily take screenshots from your screen. We explain to you exactly how this works in the following practical tip. Take screenshots with the Windows snipping tool The snipping tool is preinstalled as standard in Windows 7 Home Premium. If it is not already pinned in the taskbar, you can find it via the Windows search in the Start menu...

Hiding a user account under Windows 7 is a little time-consuming but feasible. We show you in our instructions how to do this. Hide user account: 1. Create new keys under Windows 7 To ensure that you don't make any annoying mistakes when hiding your user account, you can also find the individual steps in our picture gallery...

If you need quick access to the desktop, you can display it with one click. In this practical tip, we will show you how. Reach the Windows desktop quickly The desktop is just a click away when you click the desktop icon in the quick launch bar (Windows Vista). With Windows 7 and newer you can click on the task bar in the lower right corner to get to the desktop (see picture)...

In this practical tip, we will show you how to shutdown your PC with a shortcut on your desktop. Shut down PC with shortcut There are several ways to shutdown your PC, but only a really quick and convenient solution: With a shortcut on your desktop, you can shutdown your computer directly with just a double click...

For security reasons, you should change your password for Windows 8.1 regularly. We show you how it works. Windows 8.1 change password - how it works Move the mouse into the lower right corner of your screen and click on Settings in the flyout menu. Click on "Change PC settings" at the bottom...

By default, Windows starts with all available processor cores. If you'd rather set yourself how many cores Windows should start with, this practical tip shows you how it's done. Start Windows - set the number of cores If you suspect problems with some cores, you can, for example, set how many cores Windows should start with...

With the following tips you can easily print screenshots on your PC. Tips for printing screenshots By default, screenshots cannot be printed using a key combination. If you want to print a screenshot quickly and with little effort, Paint is the best choice. You can find the tool by pressing the Windows button under "All Programs -> Accessories"...

You don't have to be a professional to change the name of your computer in Windows 8.1. We'll show you how to do this in no time. Set a new computer name in Windows 8.1 You need administrator rights to change the name of your computer under Windows 8.1. Make sure that the account you are logged in with has these rights...

To change the administrator in Windows 8.1, you only have to make a few settings. We'll show you how this works in no time. Windows 8.1 account as administrator You need administrator rights for some tasks in Windows 8.1. To change the administrator: Move the mouse into the lower left corner of the screen and open the context menu with the right mouse button...

If you create a restore point in Windows 8, you can reset your computer to this point in the event of serious problems. This way, most of the data is saved. Create recovery point on Windows 8 - in 5 steps To create a restore point under Windows 8, open the settings search with the key combination [Windows] key + [W]...

Windows 7 automatically restarts the computer after an update. In this practical tip, you can read how exactly you can deactivate this and continue working directly. Deactivate restart after update under Windows 7 You can deactivate the restart after an update in the "Registry Editor": Press the Windows key + [R] to open the command prompt...

We show you how to set up a network for a LAN party in the instructions below. LAN party: Set up the network Connect all computers that are to be used at the LAN party to a switch using a network cable. Open the Control Panel on one of the connected computers and select "Network and Internet"...

Thanks to Plug and Play, your computer can automatically recognize and set up newly connected hardware. We explain how you can deactivate this function here. Disable the plug-and-play service - in 3 steps You can completely switch off Plug and Play for your computer by deactivating the corresponding service...

This practical guide shows you how to create new favorites in Windows Explorer. This is done quickly and will make your work much easier later. Create favorites in Windows Explorer Open Windows Explorer: To do this, click the [Windows] button and select "Computer". Alternatively, you can also use the key combination [Windows] + [E]...

With an animated GIF file as a desktop background you bring a breath of fresh air to your PC. The Dreamscene software makes it possible. We'll show you how to use this program to decorate your desktop with a GIF file. 1) Prepare GIF image as desktop background Since Dreamscene has some problems with GIF files, it is best if you convert them to a WMV video file...

The system time is relatively easy to change under Windows and with just a few clicks. You can find out exactly how to do this in these instructions. Change system time in Windows Make sure that you are logged on to your PC as an administrator. Right-click the time or date on the right side of the taskbar...

In this practical tip we will explain what is behind the "jusched.exe" process. Jusched.exe - that is behind it The name "jusched.exe" stands for "Java Update Scheduler". The service usually starts automatically when your PC starts up and is not dangerous. It is not a virus...

If you want to convert units to another, you can do that with the Windows calculator. There is a whole range of unit types available and the result is displayed very clearly. Convert units with the Windows computer Click on "Start" and search for "Computer". Select the first search entry...

If the texts in Windows 7 are too small for you, you can easily change the font size of the system. We show you how to do this. Windows 7: Adjust font size Right-click on an empty space on the desktop and select the "Customize" entry. In the left column click on "Display". Here you can choose between three font sizes...

We'll show you how to set up your iCloud mail in Windows 8 quickly and easily with the right settings. Requirement: iCloud Mail settings Before the setup can start, we will show you the correct iCloud mail settings you need in advance. Account type: IMAP Username: " " - note that you have to enter your entire email address here...

If you want to increase the icon cache in Windows, you can do this via an entry in the registry file. We show you how it works. Increase icon cache via the registry If you increase the icon cache, you don't have problems with white icons as often. However, you have to make a change in the registry...

In Windows 7 you do not have to remember the WiFi passwords - you can easily save them on a USB stick. All you need is a USB stick that is formatted in FAT-32 format. Windows 7: Save WLAN passwords on USB stick First of all, insert the stick into a USB port on your computer. Now you have to find your WLAN networks in the Control Panel...

In our instructions, we show you how to move your library to another location in Windows 8. Move library under Windows 8 Select a new location to which you want to move your library and create a new folder there, eg "New Library". Now create subfolders for all the data you want to move, such as "Music", "Documents" and "Images"...

The fastest way to get to important folders is from the Windows Start menu. In Windows 7, you can even add your downloads. We'll show you how it works. Show downloads in the Windows start menu Open the Windows start menu and right-click on an empty space. Select "Properties" and then the "Customize" button...

If you do not want to automatically log on to Windows 7 every time, you can also interrupt it. We show you how to do this. Windows: Interrupt automatic registration To stop the automatic login, you simply have to press the [Shift] key while Windows is starting up. You will then be taken to the login screen as usual...

SpotifyHelper.exe is often in Task Manager, but what is it exactly? We answer this question. SpotifyHelper.exe - what is it used for? The .exe extension is a file that can be executed in Windows. SpotifyHelper.exe is an add-on program from Spotify that helps the music service to display certain things...

In this guide, we show you how to delete a library under Windows 8 in three simple steps. Delete library in Windows 8 To delete a library under Windows 8, first open the Explorer with the key combination [Windows] + [E]. Right-click the library you want to delete in the "Libraries" column. Select the "Delete" option in the context menu...

Why are updates necessary? Or are they not that important? We deal with these questions in this practical tip. Windows Update: Necessary for security Windows updates are usually intended to close security holes. This applies in particular to protection against viruses. However, there are other good reasons for an update...

If you switch to the desktop in Windows 8, it is empty by default. You can display the "Own files". We'll show you exactly how it works. Bring my own files back to the Windows 8 desktop Open the "Control Panel" and select the entry "Customization". Alternatively, right-click on the desktop and then click on "Customize"...

If you don't want everyone to see a Windows account, you can simply hide it. We show you how to do this. Hide Windows account - so go ahead Note: Before you make changes to the registry, you should make a backup of the Windows registry. Simultaneously press the [Windows] + [R] keys so that the "Execute" command opens...

If you are using an SSD hard drive, you should deactivate the Superfetch service. We show you where and how it works. Disable superfetch on an SSD hard drive The Superfetch service loads the most frequently used programs into a buffer so that they load faster when they are started. With SSD hard drives, however, this has no noticeable advantage...

To prevent access to files from outside, you can encrypt files in your Windows account with the EFS certificate. Windows: Apply EFS encryption to files You can apply encryption to any file. To do this, however, you must have a Windows version in the Pro version. With EFS, you can only encrypt files that are not used to start Windows...

If you have an SSD disk, the prefetch has no advantages and you should deactivate it. We'll show you how. Disable prefetch on Windows A prefetcher moves frequently used files on the hard disk in order to enable a faster system start. With an SSD disk, this makes no sense and can even slow down the system start...

In this article, we explain how to view the Windows 7 update history. The update history provides you with additional information, for example, in the event of error messages. How to view the update history in Windows 7 Open the "Control Panel" using the start icon. Then click on "System"...

In this practical tip, we explain how to change the standard apps under Windows 8.1. Change standard apps in Windows 8.1 Click the Windows icon in the lower left of the taskbar. In the Apps view, tap "Settings for standard apps". Click on the app found. On the right you can select the standard apps...

Since Update 1 for Windows 8.1, you can also open apps from the desktop. We'll show you how it's done. Windows 8.1: Open the app in desktop mode Since April 8, 2014, so-called Update 1 for Windows 8.1 apps can also be started from the taskbar. You no longer have to use the unpopular start screen...

In this practical tip, we explain how to change the WiFi password in Windows 8.1. The function is somewhat hidden in the latest Windows, but with our practical tip this is no longer a problem. Windows 8.1 - change WiFi password Click the network icon on the right in the task bar. Alternatively, move the mouse to the right in the corner, select the gear icon and click on the network icon...

You can find spoolsv.exe in the Windows processes, but what is that actually? We explain it to you in this article. Spoolsv.exe - what's behind it? If you see the file spoolsv.exe under active services, it simply means that a print queue is active in the background. Spoolsv.exe is part of Windows...

Windows updates that have already been installed can easily be displayed in a list. In this practical tip we will show you how. Show installed updates in Windows Click "Start" and then "Control Panel". Select "System and Security". Under the "Windows Update" option you will find the "Installed updates" entry in blue letters...

Support for Windows XP has ended - an upgrade to Windows 8 is now recommended. We will show you how to install this in this practical tip. For the easy upgrade, Microsoft provides a downloadable program that does the most work for you. Installation of Windows 8 - step by step With the upgrade wizard from Microsoft it is child's play to switch from an older operating system to the new Windows...

You can use your Windows taskbar to display times from multiple time zones. We show how this works in this practical tip. Call up different time zones via the Windows taskbar Right-click on the digital clock in the lower right of the taskbar. Select the item "Change date / time". Change to the menu item "Additional clocks"...

If you want to determine the computer runtime, you can read out the system runtime using on-board tools under Windows. We'll show you exactly how to do it. Windows: determine computer runtime Press the [Windows] and [R] keys simultaneously so that the "Execute" command opens. Enter "cmd" here and confirm with "OK"...

In this practical tip, we explain how to remove the start button under Windows 8.1. Remove start button in Windows 8.1 Download the StartIsGone tool. Unzip the file by right-clicking on the file and choosing "Extract All". Select the x64 or x86 variant depending on the processor type and click on "StartIsGone"...

In Windows, you can use the "Set program access and computer standards" function to determine the standard programs for the most important functions. Set program access and computer standards in Windows Open the Control Panel and select the "Programs" category. Under "Standard programs" you will find the "Set program access and computer standards" function...

You have probably already discovered the "memory check" in the settings of your Windows Phone 8. We explain what is behind the feature and what you can do there. The memory check on Windows Phone 8 As the name suggests, you can check your internal memory from your smartphone under "Memory check"...

In Windows 7, you can easily open new folders in a separate window. We show you two options in this article. Windows 7: Open the folder in a new window Hold down the [Ctrl] key on your keyboard and double-click the folder. This now opens in a new window. If you want every folder to be opened in this way, follow these instructions: Click on the Windows icon in the lower left so that the start menu opens...

Since Windows 7, the quick launch bar - also called quick launch - is no longer in the task bar. In this practical tip, we will show you how to display them anyway. Windows 7: Show quick launch bar Right click on the taskbar and go to "Toolbars" to the option "New Toolbar". A small window opens...

The easiest way to block individual websites in Windows is to make an entry in the hosts file. We explain how it works. Lock a single website with the hosts file The host file is used to assign host names to specific IP addresses. By linking an Internet address with the local IP address (127.0.0.1), the page views are ineffective...

Here we show you how to change the background quickly on Windows Phone. Change the background of the Windows Phone Microsoft offers you two options to change the background. You can choose between a white and a black background: Go to "Settings" in the "Application List" and select the "Design" option...

The public network is a network profile setting that you can select in the "Network and Sharing Center" of Windows. You can read what exactly is behind the profile in this article. Public network - when and where? This profile is intended for public Internet access, which also includes WLAN hotspots, e...

If you set standard programs for your files under Windows, these will be opened directly in the programs you have defined. This function is very useful, because otherwise you have to select the appropriate program each time you open a file. You can find out how it all works here. Windows 7: Set standard programs In Windows 7, you can quickly and easily set a standard program for your desired file type in just a few steps...

You can set up an inbox for all email accounts on your Windows Phone 8. Read here how it works. Set up an inbox for multiple email accounts A tile is created for each email account you set up on your Windows Phone. If you now manage multiple accounts on your smartphone, it quickly becomes confusing. But you can remedy the situation: Open the email account you want to link to another, such as Hotmail...

Do you want to make room on your desktop? In Windows 7, you can easily hide all desktop icons. We show you how it works. Hide icons on the desktop To hide the icons on the desktop, follow the steps below. Right-click on the desktop. Then select "View" and uncheck "Show desktop icons"...

You can easily reset your Windows Phone to the factory settings. You should definitely do this before reselling. Windows Phone in its original state - Back to the Roots You have restored the original factory settings at lightning speed, but you have not deleted your data. Therefore, you should definitely backup your data in advance before resetting your Windows Phone...

In this practical tip, read three tips on how to search faster in Windows 7 and how to find files and folders. Windows 7 search shorten by modification date You can use search filters to specify your search more precisely. In Windows Explorer, click the search field. The reference to the "modification date" appears directly below...

You can block any EXE files with Windows Firewall. This will prevent the associated programs from connecting to the Internet without your knowledge. You can read how to do this here. Block an EXE file with Windows Firewall If you want to deny an application access to the Internet, you can easily create a corresponding rule in the Windows firewall: Enter "wf...

If the task manager has problems, you should reset it. We'll show you how it's done. Reset task manager Press the "Windows" and "R" keys simultaneously so that the "Execute" command opens. Enter the "taskmgr.exe" command there, but do not click "OK" yet...

If you want to uninstall Microsoft Security Essentials, you can quickly remove it using Control Panel. Here's how it works. Remove Microsoft's virus scanner from the system Make sure that you are logged on to your computer as an administrator. This is the only way to uninstall without problems...

Windows 8.1 notifies you of the latest news about your apps with practical notifications. We show you here how you can extend their display time and not miss anything. Extend notifications in Windows 8.1 Notifications from Windows apps appear as a notification window at the top right of the screen - a useful function, but unfortunately the messages are displayed briefly by default...

For some Windows 8 devices with little storage space, it would make sense to be able to change the app installation directory. Unfortunately there is currently no way to do this. In this practical tip, we explain what you can do alternatively with a small storage space. Problem with adjusting the installation directory via the registry The Internet is increasingly reporting that you can change the app installation directory by changing the registry...

This practical tip shows you how to change the network order under Windows 7. How to change network order in Windows 7 First open the "Control Panel" by clicking on the "Windows icon" in the lower left of the task bar and then on "Control Panel". Alternatively, enter "Control Panel" in the Windows search and confirm with [Enter]...

On your Windows Phone 8 you can set a separate signature for each email inbox. You can find out how this works in this practical tip. Set personal email signature for each mailbox The default email signature for every account is "Sent from my Windows Phone". For example, you can set a different signature for the business email inbox than for your private email account...

Here we show you how to monitor hard drive activity using the tools built into Windows. In this way you can understand which processes are taking up your hard disk. Monitor disk activity in Task Manager on Windows 8 In Windows 8, hard drive activity can be observed directly in Task Manager. Press the keys Ctrl + Shift + Esc...

Thanks to a shortcut, Windows 7 can be shut down with just one click. You can even create the necessary file yourself. We'll show you what code you need. Shut down Windows 7 using a shortcut Right-click on an empty space on the desktop. Select the entry "New" and in the submenu "Shortcut"...

Programs and tuning tools often manipulate the Windows registry. You should therefore monitor these changes so that you do not miss new or changed registry entries. With this tool you monitor changes to the Windows registry Only one thing helps: logging. Two real-time snapshots of the registry can help to find changed entries...

Did you notice "APSDaemon.exe" while checking the running processes and do not know what that is? We explain to you what the process is all about. APSDeamon.exe - an Apple push service The APSDaemon.exe file is a process that is required for many Apple programs and, in most cases, is not a threat...

On multi-user systems such as Windows, it may be necessary to hide folders and files in order to prevent other users from accessing them. Quickly hide files and folders The simplest solution is to set the so-called hidden attribute. To do this, right-click on the relevant file or folder and go to "Properties"...

When you right-click on a file, you will find a number of destinations in the context menu under "Send to". In this practical tip you will learn how to delete registered destinations or add new destinations. Edit "Send To" context menu With "Send to" you can copy files to a certain path or edit them with a certain software...

For Windows Phone 8 you can now get Microsoft credit of 15, 25 or 50 euros. You can read how to top up your credit here. Top up your Micorsoft credit in just a few steps You open the "Wallet" app. Here you can manage your credit and determine whether the app purchases are paid via mobile phone bill or Microsoft credit...

In this practical tip, we will show you how you can virtually install Windows 8 on your PC using VMware. Windows 8 in VMware - why virtualization? In today's world, virtualization is becoming increasingly important in IT. Virtual work environments are easy to set up, maintain and can be repaired in a few simple steps in the event of an error...

If "DEVOBJ.dll" is missing on your system, your Windows can no longer start properly. With a few tricks, however, you can get your computer up and running again. 1. Register DEVOBJ.dll manually in the system DEVOBJ.dll is normally found in the System32 folder in Windows. If the file is missing or corrupt, you must re-register DEVOBJ...

If it bothers you that the screen saver lights up in Windows 7 after a certain time, you can simply deactivate it. This practical tip shows you where you can find the option for this. Turn off the screensaver in Windows 7 Right-click on an empty space on your desktop. Select "Customize" from the menu...

If you run out of memory, you can edit the swap file in Windows 8. This means that memory-intensive processes are outsourced to the hard disk. This means that your computer has more RAM available for important processes. Enlarge paging file in Windows 8 Windows generally manages the swap file automatically...

You can easily view the file extensions in Windows. Hidden in the "folder and search options" of Windows Explorer, you can make the appropriate setting. We show you this for Windows 7 to 10. Show file extensions in Windows 7 To display the file extensions in Windows 7, proceed as follows: Open a folder...

To organize your data even better, you can also create your own libraries under Windows 7. We'll show you how it's done. Create your own libraries in Windows 7 Open Windows Explorer by clicking "Start" at the bottom left and then "Computer". Alternatively, you can also use the key combination "Windows" and "E"...

Windows Live Mail collects all the important data of your contacts in an address book. Read here how you can back up and restore this information. Windows Live Mail: Back up contacts If you're signed in with a Windows Live ID, your contacts are automatically synced. Otherwise you have to save your contacts manually: Open Windows Live Mail and click "Contacts" in the lower left corner...

The message "Error 1068: The dependency service or the dependency group could not be started" appears under Windows 7 if it is no longer possible to access other computers in the network via the Network and Sharing Center. Like all Windows error messages, this one is not particularly informative...

To change the computer name in Windows 7, you have to find a somewhat hidden function. We'll show you how to rename your computer on Windows 10 as well. This helps, for example, to differentiate your PC from other computers in the home network. Change computer names: how it works on Windows 10 Open the Control Panel and navigate to "System and Security"> "System"...

Since the CharmBar opens automatically in Windows 8, it is useful to deactivate it on a normal desktop PC. Because every time you are with your mouse in the upper right corner, the annoying bar appears. In this practical tip, we explain how to deactivate the CharmBar in just a few steps. Deactivate Windows 8 CharmBar - How it works To prevent the CharmBar from appearing automatically, you have to set a registry entry...

The system file "thumbs.db" can be found in many folders. We'll show you how to delete them without Windows recreating the database. Delete thumbs.db on older versions of Windows Before deleting thumbs.db, you should familiarize yourself with what the file is for. You can find out in this practical tip...

On a smartphone with Windows Phone 8, you can change the font size so that you can read mail, news or SMS more comfortably. In this practical tip, we will show you how to adjust the font size in a few simple steps. Adjust font size in Windows Phone 8 Open the settings and scroll down to the "Ease of use" item...

In this practical tip, we explain what the so-called "monkey grip" is all about. Windows users particularly often use this key combination, which is hidden behind the term from the animal world. This is the monkey grip on Windows and Mac The monkey handle is the emergency solution for all Windows users when nothing works...

With Windows 8.1, the background image of the desktop can finally be displayed on the start screen. We show you how to get the wallpaper on the tile home page. Windows 8.1: Use desktop background also in the start page Right-click (in desktop mode) on the taskbar so that the context menu opens. Select the "Properties" item there...

In Windows 8, you can no longer end apps as usual with a cross. We'll show you how it all works under Windows 8. Close apps in Windows 8 If you have already updated from Windows 8 to Windows 8.1, you can close the apps as usual using the cross in the top right-hand corner of the screen. In Windows 8 it works like this: If you switch to the start screen from an app, it will remain open in the background...

If you want to restore the standard start screen in Windows 8, you only need to delete two files. Especially if you want to have the old arrangement of apps on your desktop again, restoring is the fastest way. We'll show you how it's done. Reset start screen in Windows 8 If more and more apps and applications have accumulated on your start screen over time, this can easily be reset to the standard settings...

If you use your Windows 8 start screen and therefore want to keep it clear, you can name your tile groups. This creates a heading over a group of tiles to help you find your way around. Name tile groups in Windows 8 Move the mouse pointer to the lower right corner of the start screen. Click on the small minus symbol...

Apps in Windows 8 start automatically in full screen mode. You can also quickly switch between these apps without the taskbar familiar from old Windows versions. Switch between open Windows 8 apps If you are in a Windows 8 app and you have other programs open in the background, drag from the top left corner of the screen to the center of the screen...

If you have found the belt.exe process on your PC, you should remove the program. This practical tip explains exactly what belt.exe is and how to get rid of the program. belt.exe belongs to adware "A Better Internet" Belt.exe is adware. The process belongs to the "A Better Internet" program...

If your keyboard is locked under Windows 8, this can have several reasons. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Windows 8: Unlock keyboard Open the Control Panel and click on the "Ease of Access" category at the bottom left and open the "Ease of Access Center". If you select the "Change login settings" option on the far left, you will get an overview of numerous functions...

You can set up an Active Directory server in various ways, as required. In this article, we'll limit ourselves to setting up a completely new domain using Windows Server 2008 R2. Preparations and dangers when installing Active Directory In order to be able to carry out the installation properly, some preparations are necessary...

In this practical tip, we explain how to change the system sounds in Windows 8. So you can use self-created sound schemes as Windows 8 tones. Change sound scheme in Windows 8 - new sound for your operating system In the Control Panel, go to the "Hardware and Sound" category. In the "Sound" section, select the "Change system sounds" option...

With the Windows 8 on-board tools, you can only create very simple tiles of your own for the start menu. With additional tools, however, you get significantly more options for designing individual tiles - even for Steam games! Create a simple tile using the context menu If you only want quick access to any application on your PC with a tile, you can easily pin the program using the context menu...

Windows Media Player can be personalized with skins. We present the best designs to you here. Unfortunately, only the mini player can be changed. The library always remains in the blue standard look. You can access the equalizer and the current playlist directly in all themes. General: How to change the skin of Windows Media Player Windows Media Player does not take over new skins immediately after downloading...

If you want to use your music from Google Play Music on Windows Phone, you need the right app. Google Play Music for Windows Phone - is there? Unfortunately there is no official Windows Phone app from Google for your own music service. However, third parties have taken advantage of this. The CloudMuzik app currently costs 99 cents, but still has its weaknesses and errors here and there...

We explain step-by-step how to reinstall programs under Windows. Step 1: Uninstall a program under Windows 7 and 8 Step 2 reinstall the program You can obtain and install programs on your Windows PC from various sources: If the program comes from a CD or DVD, an instruction window usually appears in which, depending on the default setting, you are asked to enter the administrator password...

In order to be able to shutdown PCs with installed Windows 8.1 faster, you no longer have to move your mouse into the right corner and click through the shutdown settings. We explain how two clicks are enough! Shutdown Windows 8.1 faster - in 2 clicks! Right-click the Windows Start icon on the left of the taskbar...

You can hide inactive windows under Windows 7 with a key combination. We'll show you how it's done. Minimize inactive windows in Windows 7 Use the key combination [Win] + [Home] or [Win] + [Pos1] to minimize all currently inactive windows in a single step. If you then use the key combination a second time, the operating system brings the windows that have just been hidden back to the desktop...

If you want to cancel an update from Windows, this works in different ways. We'll show you two safe options. Windows: Cancel updates manually Note: To prevent the unwanted installation of updates, you can deactivate the automatic Windows updates. Open the Control Panel and under "System and Security" select the category "Windows Update"...

If your computer runs very slowly under Windows 8, it often helps to empty the working memory. We'll show you how it's done. Clear memory in Windows 8 There are three ways to clear memory in Windows 8: Task Manager: Start the Task Manager by simultaneously pressing the "Ctrl" + "Shift" + "Esc" keys...

The question of how large the swap file for Windows has to be cannot be answered universally. We still give you tips for optimizing virtual memory. Optimally configure the swap file Windows uses the swap file as virtual memory to swap out program and system files for faster access. In many cases it is not necessary to manually set the size of the paging file...

If your children are allowed to use the computer with Windows 8, the protection of minors should always be activated. This not only protects your children, but also your computer from dangers. However, the protection must be switched off again so that your children can move freely on the computer and on the network...

Under Windows 8 it can happen that you come across the system file "twinui.dll". You can find out what it is used for and what a DLL file is at all in this practical tip. What is a dll file? System files in Windows 8 often have the extension ".dll", which is short for "Dynamic Link Library"...

If you are dissatisfied with Windows Vista, you can downgrade to the older Windows XP, which many perceive as more powerful. In the CHIP forum you will find many helpful tips to make the changeover easier - we will introduce the most important of them. The biggest problems when downgrading from Vista to XP - and how to solve them In addition to the actual installation of the "old" Windows XP, the crucial prerequisite for downgrade: compatible drivers...

If you want to encrypt your hard drive under Windows 7, the free program TrueCrypt is available. We'll show you how it works. Step 1: Install TrueCrypt in German If TrueCrypt is already installed on your system in German, you can skip this step. Download TrueCrypt from our CHIP download area and run the EXE file...

If you want to set up your computer with Windows 8.1, you can do this without a Microsoft account. The setup via Microsoft account is desired and set as standard. However, you can still do without it. We'll show you how it's done. Set up Windows 8.1 without a Microsoft account Windows 8.1 prompts you to enter your Microsoft account much more persistently than Windows 8...

With a small command you can run the command line in Windows in full screen mode. In this guide, we show you which command you have to enter. Use command line in Windows in full screen Follow these steps to use the command line in full screen mode on Windows. Open the console by entering "cmd" under "Run" in the start menu and confirming with the Enter key...

With the Cortana wizard integrated in Windows 10, you can control your PC with your voice. We will introduce you to the most important voice commands in this practical tip. Windows 10: the most important voice commands Before you start, you should activate the "Hey Cortana" option so that you can easily use Cortana in the future...

This practical tip shows you how to rename a tile in Windows 8. Rename tiles in Windows 8 The usual way of right-clicking> "Rename" does not work for the tiles. With a little detour you can still rename tiles: Open the tile surface by tapping the Windows icon in the menu bar or pressing the Windows key...

If a certificate has been declared unsafe or has reached your PC unwanted, you can delete the certificates under Windows. Our instructions will help you with this. Delete certificates under Windows Press the [Windows] and [R] keys simultaneously so that the "Execute" command opens. Enter "certmgr...

Safe mode in Windows helps you to solve many problems with your PC. Problems such as forgotten user passwords, faulty programs and drivers as well as some Trojans can be fixed in safe mode. We show you how to get to this mode under Windows. What is Safe Mode? Safe mode is a restricted start mode that you can use for troubleshooting...

Your Windows Phone is also a radio. Here we explain how you can listen to classic FM instead of MP3s. Listen to the radio with Windows Phone 8 You need wired headphones as they act as an antenna. Unfortunately, the radio does not work with wireless headphones. Touch "Music + Videos". Activate "Zune"...

In this practical tip, we explain what the wercon.exe process is. wercon.exe is responsible for information about program crashes wercon.exe is the Windows reporting. In the event of errors or program crashes, this process can be used to forward a report to Microsoft. The process is part of Windows 7 and Windows Vista...

If you discover the malware stij.exe but cannot remove it, you have to use harder guns. We'll show you what helps. Delete malware stij.exe The stij.exe file is not a classic virus, but it does appear in conjunction with various adware and numerous viruses. Uninstalling software: First you should look for unknown and unwanted software in the control panel and uninstall it...

The qone8 virus (quone8) is as persistent and inconspicuous as it is dangerous. This practical tip reveals how to remove the pest. What is the qone8 virus? The qone8 virus is a hijacker, a malware that changes browser settings. qone8 camouflages itself in the Google look and is expressed by the following features: Your browser homepage is replaced by the qone8 page...

Outdated apps pose a high security risk. Therefore, you should also update your programs as soon as possible under Windows 8. We show you how it works. Update Windows apps Windows 8 automatically checks for new updates. You have to install the latest app versions yourself. Proceed as follows: Start the Windows app "Store" via the tile surface...

There are many ways to switch off an internal hard drive. We present three of them to you. Switch off internal hard disk with board means It makes most sense to put the hard drive to sleep after a period of inactivity. This means that the hard drive hardly uses any power, but is immediately available again when needed...

What to do if your PC with Windows 7 suddenly freezes? We have put together solutions for you in this practical tip. PC freezes: Check hard disk space There may not be enough memory available on the system hard drive: Open "Computer" and right click on the hard drive "C". If less than about 5 GB is shown under "Free space", you should find and delete unnecessary programs and files...

With this practical tip, we introduce you to the five most annoying functions and solutions from Windows 7. 1. Nerve killer: Boring Windows 7 design Like the previous operating systems from Microsoft, Windows 7 is not particularly attractive. You could almost describe it as boring, which is why we will tell you how much hidden design potential there is in Windows 7...

Windows 8 has its own virus scanner with "Windows Defender". Read in this practical tip whether this is sufficient. Windows 8 virus scanner: range of functions of Windows Defender Windows Defender not only searches for spyware in Windows 8, but also detects conventional viruses and Trojans...

Don't know what version number your Windows Phone has? We'll show you how to find them. Find Windows Phone version number If you are not sure which version of Windows Phone you have installed on your smartphone, you can find out quickly. Open the settings. Now scroll down until you read "Info"...

This practical tip explains how you can use your keyboard to enter the Pi character on your Windows PC. To enter the pi character using the number pad on your keyboard: First activate the number pad by pressing the [Num] key. Call up the document in which you want to enter the pi character. Now hold down [Alt] and type "960" on the number pad...

If you discover FreeSoftToday on your computer, you should remove the software as soon as possible. It is not a dangerous virus, but rather so-called adware. However, this falsifies the search results in the browser and displays annoying pop-ups. We'll show you how to get rid of the unwanted program...

On many computers you can find the "hkcmd.exe" process in the Task Manager. We'll tell you what it is. hkcmd.exe - good or bad? The process comes from Intel and communicates with your graphics card. This allows you to change settings such as the brightness of the screen using the keyboard, for example...

You can use the Windows calculator to calculate whole formulas. In this practical tip we will show you how. How to calculate formulas with the Windows calculator: First start the Windows computer: Enter "Computer" in the Windows search and confirm with [Enter]. Alternatively, open the program under "Start"> "All Programs"> "Accessories"> "Computer"...

With Windows Phone 8.1, the Notification Center also comes on the devices. We'll show you how to find it. Open Notification Center on Windows Phone 8.1 The Notification Center is a collection point for notifications that you receive. You will find news, such as new mails, WhatsApp or Facebook messages, but also update information in the Notification Center...

If you have installed Windows Phone 8.1, you will find a new item in the settings: The advertising ID. We explain to you exactly what this is in this practical tip. Advertising ID on Windows Phone 8.1 - that's the reason The advertising ID tracks you across Windows apps. For example, Windows can show you personal advertising in apps...

In Windows Phone 8.1 you can not only use the color design, but also use your own photo for the start background. We'll show you how it works. Set your own photo under Windows Phone 8.1 as the start background In addition to the colorful design colors for the start background, you can also select your own photo under Windows Phone 8...

If there is no keyboard available under Windows 8, you can activate the on-screen keyboard. We'll show you how it's done. Activate the on-screen keyboard in Windows 8 Move the mouse down to any free point on the taskbar and right-click on it. A context menu opens in which you select the "On-screen keyboard" under "Toolbars"...

Sometimes the taskbar in Windows 8 takes up too much space. In these cases, you should hide them automatically. We'll show you exactly how it works. Windows 8: automatically hide taskbar - how it works Open the Control Panel in Windows 8. Click "Appearance and Personalization" and select "Taskbar and Navigation"...

The detailed view of Windows Explorer shows the size of the files in a folder. How much space the directories contained next to it is not understandable - and therefore not how much space the folder occupies in total. Folder-Size shows folder size under Windows XP The free addon folder size 2.4 retrofits the function...

If you are not using Windows Messenger under Windows XP, you can safely uninstall it. You have probably noticed that it cannot be uninstalled like any other program. We'll show you how it works. Delete Windows Messenger on Windows XP First try to follow these instructions. If this does not work, carry out the steps in the second paragraph first...

If you want to make your libraries more individual under Windows 7, you can change their symbols. We'll show you how it's done. Change the symbols of the libraries in Windows 7 Open Windows Explorer by simultaneously pressing the "Windows" and "E" keys. Enter the following path in the navigation bar at the top: "C: \ Users \ XXX \ AppData \ Roaming \ Microsoft \ Windows \ Libraries"...

If you click on Windows Explorer in your task bar, the libraries will open automatically. To display the work place instead, you only have to make a small change. We'll show you the trick. Open work place instead of library Right-click the Windows Explorer folder on the taskbar. "Windows Explorer" is displayed as the penultimate point: right-click on it again and select "Properties" from the context menu...

If you want programs to start automatically under Windows 7, you can do this via the Autostart folder. We will show you how to find them and equip them correctly. Adjust the autostart folder in Windows 7 via the start menu You can access the autostart folder either via the Start menu or Windows Explorer: Select the desired file or the program's EXE file and hold down the left mouse button so that you can drag the file across the desktop...

If you are annoyed by the arrow on links, you can remove the icon under Windows 7. So that no important system files are removed, we show you how to delete the arrows without side effects. Remove arrow in shortcuts under Windows 7 - so it'll work First install the free "Vista Shortcut Manager"...

If you want to personalize Windows 8 and make it your own, you can change the image of the lock screen, among other things. We'll show you how it's done. Customize the lock screen image on Windows 8 Move the mouse over the upper or lower right corner of the screen so that the Charm Bar opens...

If you are traveling to a country with a different time zone, it is advisable to change this in Windows. So you don't have to turn the time back and forth yourself. We'll show you how it's done. Change time zone in Windows 8, 7, Vista and XP Click on the time and date in the task bar at the bottom right...

In this practical tip, we will show you how you can repair incorrect links for EXE files. This is how EXE links work properly again If, for example, Firefox opens when you click on Word, the EXE link is faulty. To fix the problem: Download the "FixEXE.reg" tool. Run the file. Then restart your computer...

If you want to write and insert mathematical formulas under Windows, you can do this via the Math Input Panel, also known as the math input area. We show you how it works. Math input area: Insert formulas in Word Click the Windows button at the bottom left so that the start menu opens. If you enter "math", you will get the "math input area"...

The easiest way to find out a foreign MAC address in your network is to use your router. If you've set up WiFi at home, other people may be able to connect to it without your knowledge - either because they found out the password or you didn't set one up. How to find a foreign MAC address in your network Each router has a specific address at which you can access it...

"Aero Snap" was introduced in Windows 7 to better arrange windows on the desktop. This practical tip shows you how to deactivate this function. How to disable Aero Snap in Windows 7 If you drag open program windows under Windows 7 to the edge of the screen, the window size is automatically adjusted...

Sometimes it may be necessary to start the CHKDSK Windows system tool from a bootable USB stick. We'll show you how. Variant 1: Prepare CHKDSK and the USB stick First of all, you need a bootable USB stick. You can easily create this with a Microsoft tool or other programs: Download the Windows 8 Setup Tool...

Programs that intervene more deeply in the system must always be run as an administrator even under Windows 8. In this practical tip, we will show you how to set Windows so that you always run programs as an administrator, without having to right-click each time. Always run programs from the Metro interface as an administrator Right-click on the homepage, in the search or in the app overview on the program that you always want to run as admin...

You can change the computer name of your Windows XP computer in the network via the control panel. We'll show you where to find the corresponding function. Change Windows XP computer name Click on "Start" at the bottom left and right-click on "My Computer". Select the "Properties" there...

If the safe mode cannot be started via F8 at startup, you can also do this via msconfig. We'll show you how it's done. Start safe mode via msconfig Press the "Windows" and "R" keys simultaneously. Enter "msconfig" in the line and click "OK". The system configuration opens...

This practical tip shows you how you can switch off the consistency check of your data carriers from Windows after system start. Switch off automatic "chkdsk" During the data medium consistency check, your hard drives are checked for errors. As soon as Windows detects an incorrect execution, "chkdsk" is automatically executed after the boot process...

In Windows 7, you can also zip files without additional software. We'll show you how to pack a zip archive in just a few steps. Zip files using the context menu in Windows 7 Windows 7 makes it easy for you to zip files: the operating system has the right tool on board. The option to compress a folder is hidden in its context menu: Create a new folder and give it the name that your zip archive will later have...

You can protect ZIP archives with a password to protect them against unauthorized access. Here we show you how to create such a password for an archive. How to protect ZIP archives with a password First download the free software "WinRAR" and install the tool. Select the files for archiving and right-click to open the context menu...

In this practical tip we will show you how to create a shortcut for websites on the desktop. How to link web pages to the desktop Open a website and make the window smaller. Now drag the symbol in front of the URL onto the desktop (see picture). While this is a globe in Firefox, Internet Explorer is the IE symbol...

It is probably one of the most annoying error messages ever: "DLL could not be found." To solve the problems and make the program roadworthy again, you have to find the right spare parts. We explain here where it works and how to install the missing part. Solve DLL Problems - There is a way A DLL problem mostly arises when a library is overwritten or completely removed...

The "AcroRd32.exe" process runs in the background of your computer as soon as you have installed the "Adobe Acrobat Reader". The process "AcroRd32.exe" from Acrobat Reader The process is required so that you can view PDF documents in your browser. You can safely end the process via the Task Manager...

You can only pay for an app in the Windows 8 App Store using PayPal or a credit card. We show you what you have to consider and how it works. Get it in the Windows 8 app store You need a Microsoft account under Windows 8 to download free and paid apps. If you don't already have one, this practical tip will show you how to create one...

In this practical tip, we will show you how to find hidden files in Windows 8 and how to hide elements from other users. Hide a file on Windows 8 To hide a file, you need to change its properties: Right click on a file and open its "Properties". Under the "General" tab you will find two attributes at the bottom: "Read-only" and "Hidden"...

With scheduled tasks, you can automate various processes under Windows 7 and thereby save time. We explain how to set up such tasks here. Find task scheduling in the Windows Control Panel In Windows 7, the command is called "Task Planning" and can be found in the "Administration": Open the "Control Panel"...

Read how to change your keyboard back to German in our practical tip. Change the keyboard using the task bar On the right side of your task bar you will find the "input locale" symbol. (see screenshot) Click this symbol, you can switch from "DE" to "EN" and have changed your keyboard...

In this practical tip we will show you which keyboard shortcut you have to use for the copyright symbol under Windows. Shortcut for the copyright symbol under Windows The copyright symbol is not directly assigned to any key. However, you can insert it with a shortcut: Press and hold the [Alt] key. Now type "0169" on your numeric keypad...

Here we show you which keyboard shortcut you have to use for the registered character under Windows. Keyboard shortcut for the Registered character on Windows You cannot enter the registered character directly with any key. However, you can insert it with a shortcut: Press and hold the [Alt] key. Then type "0174" on your numeric keypad...

In Windows you can use a shortcut for the well-known trademark symbol. We show you the frequently used key combinations. Use keyboard shortcuts for trademark characters Like every symbol, the trademark characters have a number in the Windows character register. You can insert these simply by pressing [ALT] and simultaneously entering a number using the numeric keypad: Copyright ©: Press [ALT] and enter the number "0169" on the numeric keypad....

Compared to its predecessor, Windows 10 has already become significantly faster. With the special quick start, the boot process takes even less time. In this article we will tell you how to activate the practical option. Activate quick start in Windows 10 If you activate the quick start in Windows 10, your PC will save an image of your current system each time you shutdown...

If you activate the system administrator account under Windows 8, you can deeply intervene in the system. We will show you the exact procedure step by step. Windows 8: Activate the system administrator account Right-click the Windows icon at the bottom left of the screen. If you select the "Command Prompt (Administrator)", the black console opens...

In this practical tip, we explain whether it makes sense to set up a backup under Windows 7. Set up backup in Windows 7: is it worth it? Since problems with your PC can occur unexpectedly at any time, you should always back up your system regularly. This way, your data will not be lost if your hard drive has a defect or a virus infects your system...

If you want to make your hard drive clearer, you can partition it under Windows 8. We'll show you how. Step 1: shrink hard drive under Windows 8 In this guide, we share the partition of a hard drive so that another partition is created. Of course, you can also create more than just another partition...

With a DLNA client under Windows 7 you can access all your media devices from your computer and stream and transfer content to them. We show you how to set up such a client. Step 1: Set up the DLNA client under Windows 7 DLNA stands for Digital Living Network Alliance. This is an agreement between various electronics manufacturers...

ZIP and RAR are the most common archive formats, but very few know the differences. We clarify it. Difference between ZIP and RAR ZIP is the more well-known format, but RAR archives can now also be opened by any pack program - including Windows. The differences: Compression: ZIP has a much faster compression rate than RAR...

The Eclipse program is essential for programming in Java. However, if the tool does not start, this may be due to an outdated Java version. In this practical tip, we have other solutions for you. Eclipse doesn't start - it could be because Use the tips below to make Eclipse work properly again: To use Eclipse without any problems, Java must be up to date...

The Windows 8 firewall can deny programs Internet access. In this practical tip, we will explain how to remove the blockage. Allow programs explicitly blocked by the firewall If a program's Internet access is explicitly blocked by your Windows firewall, you can allow it again as follows: Open the control panel...

If you uninstall iTunes from your computer, various data and programs still remain on your PC. These must all be removed individually. We'll show you how it's done. Uninstall iTunes and all other Apple programs To delete the numerous programs that were installed with iTunes, follow these steps: 1...

The Intel (r) Management Engine Components can be found on current mainboards and are mostly used by system administrators. A brief explanation of these components can be found below. Intel (r) Management Engine Components: Simply explained The Intel (r) Management Engine Components are used for communication between the fundamental PC components and your operating system...

With Virtualbox you can install Windows 7 in a virtual environment parallel to your current operating system. In our practical tip, we will show you how to do this. Install Windows 7 in VirtualBox: You need that The "VirtualBox" program: Download VirtualBox and install it on your PC. VirtualBox Extension Pack: In addition, you should install the Virtualbox Extension Pack so that all functions run smoothly under Windows 7...

If you connect your PC to the TV with an HDMI cable, it may happen that the sound is not initially transmitted. Find out how to solve this problem here. How can I send the sound to the output device via HDMI cable? If you have connected your PC to the TV using an HDMI cable, proceed as follows: In the task bar at the bottom right you will find a small loudspeaker symbol next to the time display...

In OneDrive, you can share entire folders with friends or colleagues. In this practical tip, we will show you exactly how this works. Share entire folders in OneDrive First log in to OneDrive with your data. Then click on the orders you would like to share. Select the Share option and choose which contacts can access the folder...

"About: blank" is a very persistent trojan that is difficult to remove. Spyware is a browser hijacker that you can recognize, for example, by the fact that new browser windows are opened empty. The forced opening of porn websites, which are usually also infected with other malware, can also be a sign of infection...

If you copy texts, pictures and files again and again, a larger clipboard is extremely helpful. We'll show you how to get it. Larger clipboard for Windows Download and install the free Clipboard Master program. The Clipboard Master stores the last 10, 000 movements in the clipboard. The latest copy always ends up at the top of the list...

In this guide, we show you what you can do if the error message "Access denied" appears in AntiVir. Access denied in AntiVir - so you solve the problem The "Access denied" message usually appears when AntiVir tries to download an update. If you experience the error, you should restart your PC and then start the update process again...

Windows 10 has a night mode, which should protect your eyes especially in the evening. This guide explains how to activate and deactivate night mode. Activate night mode in Windows 10: Quick guide You can activate or deactivate night mode in Windows 10 at any time via the Info Center. Open the Info Center in the task bar...

This guide shows you how to install a new graphics card in Windows 7. Install graphics card in Windows 7 If you still have or had an old graphics chip in your PC before installing your new graphics card, you should uninstall the corresponding drivers. Before you start your PC with the new graphics card, make sure that the card is installed correctly and that all cables are attached to the interfaces provided...

If you have set up a VPN server, all you have to do is connect your computer under Windows 7 to the network. We'll show you how it's done. Set up VPN - the preparation To set up a VPN connection in Windows 7, you need to create a new network. Click the network icon in the lower right corner of the taskbar...

Windows Phone 8.1 has a new feature: the app corner. You can find out what is behind it and how you can use it in our practical tip. Windows Phone 8.1: that's behind the app corner The app corner is a new feature of Windows Phone 8.1. With the app corner you can create a custom homepage. For example, you can share certain apps with coworkers, colleagues or friends...

With Windows Defender you protect your PC from malware and other malware. However, if this cannot be activated, you should act quickly. We show you what you can do in this practical tip. Windows Defender cannot be activated - what to do? In order to activate Windows Defender, you must be logged in with an administrator account...

In this practical tip, we explain how to block access to the Windows Store under Windows 8.1. With this procedure you prevent, for example, that your children can buy apps in the Windows Store. Group Policy Editor: Lock Windows Store You can deactivate the Windows Store if you don't need it: Open the Group Policy Editor by pressing the Windows key and R at the same time and typing "gpedit...

You can use Windows Live Mail to combat junk emails. It is advisable to configure the junk mail filter for this. Windows Live Mail: Configure junk mail Open Windows Live Mail. Click on the "Private" tab and select "Junk E-Mail" from the toolbar. In the new menu, select "Security Options"...

If you can remember combinations of numbers better than passwords, you can also log on to Windows 8 with a PIN. We'll explain how to do it. Windows 8: PIN instead of password - how it works Move the mouse to the lower left or upper corner of the screen, click on "Settings" and then on "Change PC settings"...

If Windows repeatedly rejects your password as wrong after logging in to 8.1, there can be a simple reason: the keyboard is incorrectly assigned. How to fix the problem. Change Windows 8.1 keyboard layout for login After Windows 8.1 is freshly installed, you have to log in again with your Microsoft account...

If you want to use the automatic login under Windows XP, you have to switch some functions on and off. We'll show you what they are. Step 1: Switch off registration under Windows XP Automatic registration is only recommended if you use your computer alone and no one else can access it. Simultaneously press the "Windows" + "R" keys so that "Run" opens...

The malware "Your Interests Now New Tab" spies on your surfing behavior and sends you shady advertisements. However, it only takes a few steps to remove the virus. Below we explain how you can get rid of the malware and surf anonymously again. Step 1: Uninstall "Your Interests Now" using the Control Panel First of all, you need to uninstall the browser malware...

If the system restore does not work under Windows, there are several possible disruptive factors. So that you do not have to completely delete your system and thereby lose valuable data, we will show you how to solve the problem. System recovery doesn't work - that can help If the system restore was not performed correctly on the first try or was canceled prematurely, simply try again...

If you have changed your WLAN password, you must also change it on your Windows PC. In this practical tip, we will show you how your computer connects to your router again. View and change the WiFi password Open the "Control Panel" and enter "wireless" in the search field at the top right...

If ExtraSavings has nested in your browser, you should remove the "virus" immediately. The sooner you do this, the less damage the adware can do. Step 1: remove ExtraSavings The malware is adware, which is usually accidentally installed using other software. ExtraSavings not only makes changes to your homepage, but also annoying pop-ups...

Usually the trash is on the desktop. If it has disappeared from there, you can bring it back with these instructions. Show trash again - how it works in Windows The easiest way to show the trash is again using the desktop icon settings: Right-click an empty area on the desktop. Select "Customize" from the context menu...

In Windows, a file may not be deleted from the recycle bin. We'll show you how you can still solve the problem. Recycle bin: delete all files If a specific file cannot be removed from the Recycle Bin, you must delete all of the files in it. So make sure that you no longer need the files. If you don't want to delete one or more files, restore them from the Recycle Bin...

In this practical tip, we explain what eHtray.exe is all about. You can also find out here whether the process is a Trojan. Media Center Tray Applet: eHtray.exe is part of Windows The process eHtray.exe belongs to Windows and is also on the hard disk in the Windows folder. eHtray.exe is a program with no visible window...

In this practical tip, we explain what the process updmgr.exe is about. updmgr.exe is adware - remove it with anti-spyware programs Updmgr.exe is adware. More specifically, the process belongs to an update program for eUniverse products. You can use the Security Task Manager to delete the process and the adware...

In this tip, we explain what the RTWLan.exe process is about. RTWLan.exe - Process from Realtek The process belongs to Realtek's RTWLan application software. The original process is in a subfolder of the "Program Files". If your RTWLan.exe process is not from this folder, it could be spyware or a virus...

If you frequently uninstall games or programs under Windows, unnecessary DLL files are always left behind. We'll tell you how to delete them here. How to delete unnecessary DLL files on Windows The small free tool "DLL-Killer" reliably detects the files with the extension ".dll" on your computer and removes them...

If you do not want your children to be at the PC all the time, you can limit access to Windows 7. We'll explain exactly how that works. Limit the use of Windows 7 with a schedule With the youth protection function under Windows 7, access can be regulated: You can create a schedule with different rules and thus determine when your children can log in and when Windows should refuse to use it...

Many new functions were released with Windows 8, but they also entail new security risks. We'll tell you what to look for when it comes to security. 1. The new Internet Explorer in Windows 8 For more security when surfing, you should use Internet Explorer in Windows 8 design. By default, plug-ins are deactivated here...

In this article we explain what the UTC time is. UTC is world time, which is uniform and valid worldwide. In particular, it is independent of the time zones known to us. UTC Time explained clearly Today's world time is called UTC time. It was introduced in 1972 and has been valid ever since. Through them, many areas in aviation, shipping or astronomy can be better coordinated...

If you want to update your chipset driver, there are a few points to consider. In this practical tip, we will show you step-by-step how to proceed exactly. What chipset do you have? Here's how to find out There are several ways to find out which chipset is installed in your PC: On the one hand, you can open the case and take a look inside the PC...

If access to the printer was denied under Windows, this may be due to a lack of user rights. Learn what you can do to troubleshoot this practice tip. Access to printers denied under Windows - so you solve the problem You may not have the necessary rights to use the printer. Therefore, log on to the PC as an administrator...

If you have acquired a 4K monitor and your system is jerky, you should check the settings of your PC. In this practical tip, we will show you how to configure your computer to work smoothly with an Ultra HD monitor. PC jerky: Connect 4K monitor to the correct output Most computers have multiple picture outputs: HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI and VGA are the most common connections...

We'll show you how to use the Apple Magic Mouse on Windows - in just a few steps. Apple Magic Mouse under Windows: Install driver As is well known, under Windows you have to install drivers in order to use other devices. So also in connection with the Apple Magic Mouse. These drivers run on Windows systems from 2000, but are not yet optimized for Windows 8...

We'll show you how to change your PIN on your Nokia Lumia device. A PIN number protects your smartphone against unauthorized use. Nokia Lumia: change PIN code From the home page, do the following: Start the call menu by tapping the icon with the handset. Press the three dots in the lower right corner and select "Call Settings" or "Settings"...

You can view details about your LAN network in Windows Explorer. You don't have to laboriously access the router. We'll show you how it's done. Show LAN details in Windows Explorer Click on the start button at the bottom left and open the "Control Panel". Select the "Network and Internet" category here and then open the "Network and Sharing Center"...

This guide shows you how to set up a home network under Windows 7. Set up home network in Windows 7 To set up a home network in Windows 7, open the Control Panel and click on "Network and Internet". Then open the "Network and Sharing Center". Select your network under "Active networks" and make sure that it has been configured as a home network...

Data roaming incurs high costs abroad. You can easily deactivate this on the Windows Phone - we explain it in this article. Deactivate data roaming on Windows Phone - this is how you proceed If you take your smartphone abroad on vacation or on a business trip, high costs can arise from mobile internet...

If you see a black screen on Windows 10, there can be several reasons. Often your computer won't find the right monitor port or you haven't updated Windows 10 to the patched version. You can find all information about the error in this practical tip. Black screen on Windows 10 - general problems First, check that your monitor is properly connected...

In Windows, you can set up profiles in addition to user accounts. In this practical tip, we explain what user profiles are and why you need them. Windows user profiles Since Windows 2000, you can create as many user profiles as you want in a user account. The user profile includes all personal settings that you can adapt to a work environment...

With the tab preview for Firefox you get a little insight into the currently opened pages in the browser under Windows. You can read about how to activate it under Windows 7 or Windows 8 in our practical tip. Here's how: Enable tab preview in Firefox for Windows First start the Firefox browser. Enter "about: config" in the address bar and confirm with [Enter]...

With WhatsApp for PC and Mac, you can chat directly without a browser. Read here how to turn off the sounds that are played when you receive a new message. Disable tones on WhatsApp for PC & Mac - how it works Open WhatsApp on your Mac or PC as usual. Then click on the three lines at the top left that are next to your profile picture...

You can easily convert a PDF into a ZIP file using Windows standard tools. We'll show you how it's done. Pack PDF files in a ZIP archive The instructions work with all files - whether PDF, Word document or Excel spreadsheet: Select one or more PDF files and right-click on them. A context menu opens in which you move the mouse to the "Send to" item...

ITunes private sharing allows you to share your libraries across multiple devices. How to deactivate the function. How to disable iTunes private sharing on your Mac Select the item "Private release" under "File" in the task bar. Another menu appears. Select "Disable private sharing"...

If you want to speed up the start of Windows 10, you can remove and deactivate programs in Autostart. It is also possible to add new programs to the autostart. We show you how both processes work. Remove startup programs on Windows 10 Note: Only deactivate processes of programs that you have installed yourself and that you know are not required...

If you want to get an overview of your hard disks and their contents, you can list all information about the DOS. We explain how this works in our practical tip. List hard disks: Not possible in DOS Unfortunately, you cannot list your hard drives in DOS (Disk Operating System) with drive letters. To do this, it works relatively easily via the command prompt (CMD): Look for the "Run" tool in the Start menu or on the Windows 8 start page and open it...

You can shutdown your Windows PC with a time delay by using an appropriate command in the command prompt. How this works under Windows 7 and 8 can be read in this practical tip. Shut down Windows PC with a time delay To start the command prompt, press the key combination [Win] + [R] on your PC. Enter "cmd" in the text line and click "OK"...

In this practical tip you can read what the process atieclxx.exe is all about. The process atieclxx.exe belongs to ATI / AMD The atieclxx.exe process belongs to the AMD External Events Client Module. The module is part of the ATI graphics card software on your PC and is safe and trustworthy. However, if you do not have an ATI graphics card on your PC, you can simply uninstall the software...

In this practical tip, we explain what the mbam.exe process is about. The process comes from the Malwarebytes Anti-Malware program. mbam.exe: Safe Malwarebytes process The mbam.exe process belongs to the anti-malware software Malwarebytes, which is therefore on your PC. You can easily uninstall the program in Control Panel...

You always have your e-books with you on your Tolino. In this practical tip, we will tell you what you can do if the device is not recognized by Windows. Tolino is not recognized under Windows - what to do? There may be a defect in the USB port, which is why the device is not recognized in Windows 10...

If you want to disconnect your Windows Phone from all connections, you can switch on the airplane mode. In this practical tip, we will show you how this works. Switch on airplane mode under Windows Phone 8.1 Unlike iOS and Android, you can't turn on airplane mode on Windows Phone by default through the status bar...

If your Windows Phone no longer has a network, this can have several reasons. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Windows Phone without reception - network failure? If you have no reception with your Windows Phone, in most cases this is not due to the smartphone, but to a network fault. On the website AlleSt Stör....

If you want to set up your WiFi password, this works both via Windows and via the router. We'll show you how it's done. Windows: Set up the WiFi password If you want to set up and change your WLAN password in Windows, you must first connect to the WLAN network. We show you how this works in the practical tip "Setting up WLAN under Windows"...

If you want to switch on your Windows computer remotely, you can set up the Wake on Lan (WoL) function. We'll show you how. When is Wake on Lan possible on Windows? Hardware: The BIOS must support Advanced Power Management (APM) or Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI). Your network card must also be ready for Wake on Lan...

In order to remove programs from the autostart of Windows, no great effort is necessary. Nevertheless, you can improve the speed of your computer: Because often several programs run automatically in the background that are not actually used. This practical tip shows you how to prevent such background processes from being started with Windows...

In this practical tip, we will show you how to search for files in Windows 7. Some operators to optimize the search on Windows So that the search in the Windows files does not take endlessly, you can speed up the query using operators: If the documents should contain at least two keywords, link them with "and"...

If you have linked a file type under Windows Vista or 7 with the wrong standard program, this can be corrected quickly. We explain the individual steps. Change file type associations The assignment of file types and applications is regulated differently in Vista and Windows 7 than in XP. The "File types" tab in the folder options no longer exists...

In Windows 8, it is usually sufficient to put the PC into energy-saving mode instead of shutting it down completely. We have summarized the most important tips for standby mode for you here. Advantages of sleep mode in Windows 8 Windows 8 computers use extremely little power in energy-saving mode and can also be started much faster...

If error 800 occurs when establishing a VPN connection, this is usually due to a faulty connection setup. We'll show you how to solve the problem. First aid: Fix VPN error 800 Error 800 is a standard error when establishing VPN connections. The cause is usually described as follows: "Error 800: The remote connection was not established due to VPN tunnel errors...

Usually only your Android smartphone receives WhatsApp messages. However, you can also read these messages on the PC. We show you how it works. Use WhatsApp also on the PC You can install WhatsApp on the PC either as a browser application or as a desktop program. Since the introduction of WhatsApp Web in 2015, the messenger can be used not only on the smartphone, but also in the browser on the PC...

In this practical tip, we explain how you can synchronize your Windows 8 calendar with your iPhone. Then appointments created on your mobile phone are also displayed in Windows - and vice versa. Connect iPhone calendar to Outlook.com To view your iPhone calendar data in your Windows 8 calendar, you need to sync your iPhone with an Outlook...

With our tips on the secret functions in Windows 8, you can use the operating system even more efficiently than before. We'll show you how to find a mini start menu in Windows 8, for example, or how to quickly take screenshots. Quickly take screenshots on Windows 8 Again and again you need a screenshot of the current page in the browser, the desktop or error messages...

The surprises are getting scarcer in the newer versions of Windows. Nevertheless, there are some secret functions even under Windows 7. We show you where to find them and what can be done with them. GodMode in Windows 7 The GodMode is actually known from games in which you become invulnerable with this cheat...

In this practical tip, we will show you how to enter braces using your keyboard. Keyboard: Enter braces Sometimes when you write formulas on your computer, you need braces. We'll tell you the key combination that you use to create the braces. If you press "Ctrl", "Alt" and "7" at the same time, you create a curly bracket that opens...

If you have accidentally ended the Explorer process, the normal Windows view with taskbar and Windows button has disappeared. We'll show you how to get it all back without restarting. Solution: Restart the Explorer process Open the Task Manager with the key combination [Ctrl] + [Alt] + [Del]. Next you have to click on "File" in the Task Manager and then on the entry "Execute new task"...

So far, you have been looking in vain for a genuine File Explorer on Windows Phone. Microsoft's policies do not allow you to view files other than media files. This practical tip shows you how to make full use of the available options. View files on Windows Phone Despite the restrictions, there are a few ways to work with files on your Windows Phone...

If the thumbnails or thumbnails are not displayed in Explorer in Windows 7, you must update them. We'll show you how it's done. Step 1: Activate thumbnail in Explorer If the thumbnails are not loaded with a simple refresh using the "F5" key, the function may be deactivated. Click the Windows button at the bottom left of the screen so that the start menu opens...

To save space on the screen, you can hide the detail area in Windows Explorer. In this practical tip we will show you how. Hide detail area in Windows Explorer In the detail area you will find some properties of the selected file. To hide it, follow these steps: If you are in Windows Explorer, click on the "View" tab...

You can also start your screen saver in Windows7 with a key combination, for example if you are using a slideshow with photos of your loved ones. This practical tip shows you how to do it. Create a desktop shortcut to the screensaver To do this, create a new shortcut on the desktop, which you can use to start a defined screen saver...

If your Nokia Lumia crashes and restarts often, it may be due to a software bug. Some apps can also cause crashes. You can read what you can do about it in our practical tip. Lumia is constantly restarting: update the operating system Especially with new operating systems like Windows Phone 8.1, small bugs can cause crashes...

You can also quickly take a screenshot with a Windows Phone. We'll show you the right key combination here. Take a screenshot with Windows Phone Go to the application you want to take a screenshot of. Press the start and the power button on your smartphone at the same time. You will hear a click as soon as the screenshot has been taken...

If you no longer need TeamViewer, you can completely uninstall the software. We show you how to do this step by step in this guide. Open the Windows Control Panel: To do this, click the Windows button and enter "Control Panel". In Control Panel, click Programs and Features. If you use the category view, you must first click on "Programs"...

In this practical tip, we explain what you can do if a file cannot be renamed under Windows. The best tips if a file cannot be renamed ... If a file cannot be renamed, a program usually accesses it. In this case, it is sufficient to close the corresponding program before renaming the file. Windows usually shows you in a message window which program you have to close...

Have you found the paul.dll file on your PC and are now wondering whether this is a virus? In this practical tip, we explain what the file is about and whether you need to worry. The paul.dll belongs to the SecuROM copy protection The paul.dll file is not a virus, but is required for some PC games. The file belongs to the SecuROM copy protection and is responsible for its user interface...

The Windows Console (command line) is a helpful tool, but there are alternatives that have a more modern user interface or even more functions. We present three such programs here. 1. Console - A more modern interface Those who use the Windows Console often feel like they have gone back in time: the small black window reminds of old MS-DOS days and anyone who is still familiar with the commands from back then can quickly find their way around the Windows Console...

If iTunes does not work, you must manually activate the Apple Bonjour service on Windows. We show you exactly how to do this. Activate Bonjour for iTunes on Windows In some cases, Windows Firewall blocks Bonjour's service. If the following instructions do not work, repair the service with these instructions...

There are several reasons why your PC may start up automatically from standby. Here you can find out what they can be. 1. Possible cause: The mouse wakes your PC from standby It is usually enough to hit the table where the mouse is located: the sensor registers a movement and your PC wakes up from standby...

If your PC keeps booting after shutting down, this may be due to an incorrect system setting. You will find further solutions in this practical tip. PC keeps booting up - you can do that The following tips should help if your PC starts up again on its own: In the newer Windows versions (Windows 8 and Windows 10) this can be adjusted by a setting...

If your computer hangs while checking a disk with the "chkdsk" command, this is usually due to one or more bad sectors on the hard disk. This practical tip shows you how you can easily fix the problem. Chkdsk hangs - you can do that In Windows, you can carry out the data medium check conveniently with the supplied tool...

If your PC writes on its own, a virus does not necessarily have to be responsible for it. Read in this practical tip what could actually be the reason. PC writes by itself - it can be because of that A key may be stuck on your keyboard, which is why the PC writes on its own. Often dirt and dust also ensure that one or more buttons are pressed...

If the PC crashes, it often indicates a problem. But what does it mean if it is still running? Here we present the possible causes and solutions for this problem. PC crashes and continues to run: Possible causes First try to shutdown the PC correctly and then disconnect it from the power supply. Remove all cables and open the housing...

In Windows 8 you can also install your purchased apps on a second PC. Our instructions will guide you through the individual steps. Windows 8: Install purchased apps on a second PC Your apps can be installed on up to five computers. You only pay once to buy the app: Open the Windows Store on the second computer and log in to your account...

If you want to shutdown a PC remotely, you do not need any additional software. Windows has all the necessary features on board - you just have to activate them. We'll show you how it works. Shutting down the PC remotely: Requirements In order to be able to remotely control one PC with another, both devices must be in the same network, for example in the home network...

If you are using a Windows PC, you may have heard of the so-called "performance index". You can find out what this is and how you can access your computer's performance index in this practical tip. What is the Windows performance index? The performance index is nothing more than a performance assessment of various hardware components of your computer...

In this practical guide we explain how you can record the sound from your PC. Record sound from PC without additional software The sound from your PC can also be recorded without additional software. To do this, right-click on the loudspeaker symbol at the bottom right of the screen and select "Recording devices"...

Often you cannot move folders because the message "File is open in another program" appears. At first glance, you have not opened a file from the folder and this message still appears. We'll show you why and how you can still move or delete the folder. Folders cannot be moved - that's why Even if you have not opened the file in a program yourself, it can still be active: The most common reason: The virus scanner has discovered the folder and is searching the files for suspicious elements...

This practical tip explains how to change the location of your downloads under Windows 7. This means that your download data does not always have to remain in the position predefined by Windows. Change the location of the Windows downloads via the properties Open the "My Documents" folder and right-click on the "Downloads" folder...

This guide explains how you can download Windows Phone Apps as an XAP file. Download XAP apps for Windows Phone To download Windows Phone apps in XAP format, open the details page of the corresponding app in the Windows Phone Store on the PC. Scroll down and click the "Download and install manually" button...

Minesweeper has been an integral part of Windows since the 1990s. The strategy game can be mastered even more successfully with the following tips. Minesweeper: The best tips for the Windows game In Minesweeper you gradually uncover the individual fields. There are bombs under some of the fields. If you reveal a square with a number, this means that so many squares around the square are marked with a bomb...

In Windows 8 and 10, the cloud "OneDrive" stores all settings and device data of your Windows devices. To delete them, only a few steps are necessary, which we will show you in this practical tip. Clear saved Windows settings in OneDrive Visit the OneDrive web app and sign in with your Microsoft account...

If access to the program and files is getting slower, it only helps to defragment the computer or hard drive. We explain what is behind it and how defragmentation works on Windows. What is defragmentation and what does it do? Defragmentation is the reorganization of pieced files on a hard disk. This operation, which is carried out with special software, ensures that data blocks of the same file are written to the data carrier in succession and without gaps...

In this practical tip, we will show you how to find out the MAC address of your computer in Windows 8. Windows 8: Find Mac address Press the "Windows" and "R" keys simultaneously so that the "Execute" command opens. Enter "cmd" there and confirm with "OK"...

The computer takes over almost all tasks in the office these days. We'll tell you how to set up your Windows computer as a dictation machine. Windows as a dictation machine Microsoft Windows comes with audio recording software. The "Sound Recorder" is very simple: record and save. You only need a microphone, headset or a webcam with sound recording function...

The computer takes over almost all tasks in the office these days. We'll tell you how to set up your Windows computer as a dictation machine. Windows as a dictation machine Microsoft Windows comes with audio recording software. The "Sound Recorder" is very simple: record and save. You only need a microphone, headset or a webcam with sound recording function...

If the connection to the server fails in Teamspeak 3, there is no need to worry. We'll tell you how to fix the problem quickly. Fix connection problems with Teamspeak 3 If the TS3 client cannot establish a connection, there are often several reasons for this. Therefore you should try different solutions: First, check that you are connected to the Internet...

With Windows 10, Windows also has voice control: Cortana can be activated in the new operating system and is then immediately ready for use. We'll show you how to activate your new voice assistant. Activate Cortana in Windows 10 Open the start menu and right click on the "Cortana" tile...

In this practical tip, we will show you how you can use the shutdown button under Windows 7 when it has disappeared. Shutdown button disappeared on Windows 7 If the shutdown button has disappeared under Windows 7, this can have various causes. To restore the button, follow the steps below. Use the Windows key to open the Start menu and right-click the button that you used to shutdown your PC...

This practical tip shows you how you can easily remove your email account in the Windows 8 Mail app. How to remove your email account on Windows 8 Follow the steps below to remove an email account from the Windows 8 Mail app. In this way, you will no longer receive information about when a new email was received with this email account, for example...

With the Windows 8 Mail app you can control the time the email is retrieved. With this practical tip, we will show you how it works. How to schedule the email retrieval in Windows 8 With Windows 8, you have the option of controlling the email retrieval in the Mail app. You can even differentiate between the newly arriving emails and the email archive...

This practical tip shows you how to add accounts in the Windows 8 Mail app. Step by step: add accounts to the Windows 8 Mail app Start the Windows 8 Mail app. Move the mouse to the top right corner of the screen and then drag the mouse down to "Settings". Click on "Accounts" at the top and then select the blue lettering "Add account" in the lower area...

In this practical tip, we explain what the wuauclt.exe process is about. wuauclt.exe process belongs to the Windows update function The process belongs to the automatic Windows update function. It is a client process that is waiting for a response. wuauclt.exe has no visible window and runs in the background...

If you find a CON file on your computer or if you have received it from someone else, Windows can usually do little with it. We will tell you how you can still read the data and what is actually behind the file type. CON file - the file type in detail CON files are often part of computer games. Database contents are also saved as a CON file in some cases...

If you have found or received an AUX file on your computer, you can usually do little with it. We'll show you what it is and how to open it. AUX file - that's behind the mysterious file format AUX files are GIS files. These are often used by geographic information systems. In most cases it is a LaTeX Auxilliary Reference File, which you can open with the Texmaker program from LaTex...

Error 80073712 can occur during a Windows update. This happens when the so-called CBS manifesto (Component-Based Servicing) is damaged. This practical tip shows you how to fix the error in Windows 7 and 8. Windows 8: Fix update error 80073712 For Windows 8 there are two different methods to fix error 80073712...

If there is a problem with a USB storage device, Windows issues a Check and Repair message. We will show you what you should do in the case and what could be the cause. Check and repair message: causes Often the message appears if the disk was not removed correctly the last time. In this practical tip, we explain how to correctly eject a data medium...

If you want to change the registration of your computer, you have to run the "regedit" tool with administrator rights. Up to Windows XP this happens automatically, with Windows 7 and 8 you have to help a little. Run Regedit in Windows 7 as admin Before you change the registry in Windows, you should make a backup of the registry for security...

If you rename your Windows user account, the name of the user folder will not change. In this practical tip, we explain how you can change the folder manually. Step 1: Customize the user folder via registry entries First you have to change individual entries in the registry. Please note that changes to the registry can cause serious damage to the computer...

In Windows 8 and Windows 8.1, auto-correction can become a real disruptive factor. We'll show you how to turn them off. Windows 8.1: Disable auto correction Move the mouse into the upper or lower right corner of the screen so that the Charm Bar opens. Select "Settings" at the bottom and then "PC Settings"...

In this practical tip, we will show you how to switch on the LED light under Windows Phone as a flashlight. Step 1: Install the flashlight app on the Windows Phone A flashlight application is not preinstalled on Windows Phone. You have to download an app first. The most popular flashlight app for Windows Phone is Flashlight-X...

How to change the text size of system fonts in Windows 8.1: Change the text size in In Windows 8.1 How to change the fonts and text size of most Windows fonts. However, some elements cannot be customized. Open the display settings. To do this, first click on the 'Start' button. Then select the 'Control Panel'...

The "Show desktop" button in the taskbar is missing in Windows 8, but was quite practical in earlier versions of Windows. This practical tip shows you how to create the button yourself. "Show desktop" also in the Windows 8 taskbar - so it'll work The practical button that Windows users are still familiar with from Windows XP and Vista is missing in Windows 8...

Your new notebook should be set up correctly and equipped with the most important programs. We show you which programs you need and how you can best get your device up and running. The manufacturer often installs its own software that only uses up unnecessary storage space. We'll show you which of them you need...

In this guide, we show you how to sort images according to the date they were taken in Windows 7. How to sort images by date they were taken If you want to sort pictures by their date of taking, the corresponding photos should all be in the same folder. Right-click an empty space in the folder and select "Details" under "View"...

If you work with several folders in Windows Explorer, you can also open them at the same time. We'll show you exactly how it works. Windows Explorer: Open multiple folders at the same time First, mark all the folders you want. To do this, hold down the [Ctrl] key and click on each folder one after the other...

If you want to share your files with other users, you can share your folders or drives and Windows. We'll show you how it's done. Share folders and drives in Windows Press the "Windows" and "E" keys simultaneously so that the Explorer opens. Find the folder you want to share here...

In the Task Manager you will always find the "brctrlcntr.exe" process. We clarify what is really behind the dubious file and whether it is dangerous. BrCtrlCntr.exe - ControlCenter Main process belongs to Brother software The BrCtrlCntr.exe process belongs to the Brother printer software. It is the so-called ControlCenter Main Process...

In this article, we will show you what ehShell.exe is and how to fix related errors. ehShell.exe - Windows Media Center process The ehshell.exe process belongs to Windows Media Center. It is therefore an integral part of the Windows operating system. The original process cannot be uninstalled. It is located in the Windows folder...

If you find a DMG file on your computer, you can open it not only under Mac OS but also under Windows. In this practical tip, we will show you how to do it. DMG files: why can't Windows open them? The abbreviation DMG stands for Disk Image. The software files required for installation are often stored in a DMG file...

Windows displays the error message "qtcore4.dll missing" or "qtcore4.dll" if the DLL file in the Windows system folder is missing or damaged. You can download the file again and paste it in the right place to fix the error. Download and register the DLL file qtcore4.dll The qtcore4...

If Windows reports the error that the hal.dll file is missing or damaged, the computer usually does not start up anymore. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Windows XP: hal.dll is missing or corrupt In most cases, the said error has nothing to do with the hal.dll file. The error occurs in the system in the event of damage, especially under Windows XP...

Files can also be exchanged conveniently over the network. But what should you do if you are unable to access the network drive despite sharing? You can find the answer here. No access to the network drive despite release - you can do that Open the "Network and Sharing Center" from the Control Panel...

Some applications and games require the Qt5core.dll file. If this is missing, the programs cannot be started. We'll show you how to go about fixing the problem. Qt5core.dll is missing - download the file and register In most cases, you can solve the problem by completely removing the affected program from your system and then installing the latest version...

If you get the error message that qt5widgets.dll is missing, you can download the file manually. We explain how this works in this practical tip. Here's what to do if Qt5widgets.dll is missing You can find the DLL file on the following page, for example. After downloading, unzip the date Then place the "Qt5widgets...

The list of recently used files is missing in the Windows 7 start menu - so bring the recently opened files back. Return "Last used" to the start menu The "Recently Used" list was a useful feature in previous versions of Windows. You can also activate the function under Windows 7...

Have you found the Winthruster.exe file on your hard drive or in Task Manager and are wondering what it is? We'll tell you in this practical tip. Is the Winthruster.exe harmful? Usually the Winthruster.exe is the start file of the software WinThruster by the developer Solvusoft. With the program you can clean your system and correct errors...

In this practical tip you will learn how to mark several files under Windows. Select files with the mouse pointer Hold down the left mouse button. Now move the mouse over the files you want to mark. Once you have selected the files, you can release the mouse button. Mark all files at once with key combination Go to the folder where the files are located...

If you would like to convert your FLV files to AVI format, we will show you in our instructions how to do this exactly. Convert FLV files to AVI - via converter With the freeware "Free FLV Converter" you can search and convert videos directly in the program on YouTube. The simple operation of the software is self-explanatory...

With Windows 7 you can assign your own keyboard shortcuts with which you can easily open programs. We show you how it works. Create shortcut in Windows 7 To create a shortcut to open a program, you must first have a shortcut to the program. Most programs already have a shortcut on your desktop. If this is not the case, you have to right-click on the desired ...

In order to be able to clearly identify your Windows Phone in the network, you have to find out its Mac address. In this practical tip, we show you where to look. Find Mac address on Windows Phone Open the settings. Scroll down and tap on the "Info" item. Then select the "More information" button...

In Windows you can create your own screensaver. We'll show you how to do this in just a few steps. Create screensavers from your own photos In the settings of the screen saver you have the possibility to create your own personal screen saver from your private photos. To do this, open Start> Control Panel> Appearance and Personalization> Personalization> Screen Saver...

You can only start Windows Media Player 12 with a little trick in full screen. In addition, this mode is not a real full screen, because there is no function in the options that enables this directly. Instead, you have to take a detour through a fake fullscreen mode. Windows Media Player - Start in fake fullscreen In contrast to player alternatives like VLC, Microsoft does not offer an option to start directly in full screen mode...

Although IPv6 has been around for some time, some firewalls do not support it. In Windows 8, you can disable it to rule out possible security holes. We show you how to do this. Disable IPv6 in Windows 8 As in previous versions of Windows, you can set the network protocol in Windows 8 in the Control Panel: To do this, click on the Windows symbol at the bottom left and start the "Control Panel"...

In Windows 8.1 you can find out the IP address particularly easily. Find out exactly what you need to do in this practical tip. Read out IP address under Windows 8.1 You need the IP address at a LAN party or for other devices in your network. This is how you find out the combination of numbers: Right-click the Windows icon in the lower left corner of the desktop...

Windows 10 brings numerous new functions - but even small details have changed. The following tips will help you personalize Windows 10 to your liking. Windows 10: Use photo as password If you do not want to constantly log in with a password, you can also choose a more creative option. Simply select a picture and encrypt your registration with three swipe and click gestures on this picture...

In this practical tip, we will show you how to switch off capitalization of the menus in Visual Studio. Visual Studio and the "screaming" menus Since Visual Studio 2012, Microsoft has been using uppercase letters in the higher-level menus. If this should bother you, you have the option of restoring the "normal" menus in just a few steps...

Windows 8 saves the swap file by default on the partition on which the system files are located. Move the file to increase Windows write and read speed. Move swap file - improve Windows 8 performance If you have several hard drives in your computer, you should move the swap file to the fastest one, the best would be an SSD...

If you want to set up a network hard drive, this works in different ways. We'll show you how it's done. Set up network hard drive If a CD is supplied with the network hard drive, setting it up is relatively simple. If you want to share a normal hard drive in the network, read on in the next paragraph...

In this practical tip, we present two good Linux emulators for Windows. 1. Linux emulator for Windows: VirtualBox The easiest free solution to emulate Linux on Windows is VirtualBox. The program is available for free download in our download area. You also need to download a Linux distribution to your PC...

With a proper MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) you can speed up your DSL connection and solve connection problems. We'll show you how to set MTU optimally here. How to display the current MTU value In short, MTU specifies the maximum packet size of a protocol. To optimize DSL speed, try to set the value as high as possible without problems...

If you want to install Windows 10 on your computer, you should keep an eye on the update duration. It may take a long time to install the latest version of Windows. We reveal how much time you should plan for the first setup. Windows 10 update duration You cannot use your PC while upgrading from Windows 7 or 8 to the new Windows 10...

Under Windows you can use a small tool to test the speed of USB sticks and your hard drives. We show you how this works in this practical tip. Windows: Test speed from USB stick In this practical tip, we use the CrystalDiskMark tool for the speed test. If you do not want to install the program on your computer, we recommend CrystalDiskMark Portable...

The question of how large the swap file for Windows has to be cannot be answered universally. We still give you tips for optimizing virtual memory. Optimally configure the swap file Windows uses the swap file as virtual memory to swap out program and system files for faster access. In many cases it is not necessary to manually set the size of the paging file...

In this practical tip, we explain how you can change your display name in the Windows 8 Mail app so that recipients of your emails see your name right at the start. How to change your display name in the Windows 8 Mail app Follow the steps below to customize your display name in the Windows 8 Mail app...

In this practical tip, we explain how to set up a home network in Windows 8. By sharing data on the network, every computer belonging to it also has access to the content. Share data within a home network in Windows 8 Right-click the network icon on the taskbar and select "Open Home Network and Sharing Center"...

If Windows could not be started, this may be due to the fact that you have changed your hardware. This practical tip shows you how you can fix this and other possible problems. You can then restart your PC as usual. Windows 7: The operating system could not be started - you can do that The error occurs if you have made changes to the hardware or have installed a faulty Windows update...

If a network is not automatically recognized by Windows 7, you can also set up the dial-up broadband connection manually. We'll show you how. Step 1: Start the wizard to set up the dial-up broadband connection (PPPoE) Click on the Windows icon in the lower left so that the Start menu opens. Select the "Control Panel" on the right side...

In this practical tip, we will show you how to set up the mail app signature in Windows 8. How to set up the email signature in Windows 8 Open the Windows 8 Mail app. Move the mouse to the top right corner of the screen and select the "Settings". Click on "Accounts" and select the mail account for which you want to set up an email signature...

As of version 8, Windows no longer requests confirmation from you before deleting a file. However, you can activate this again, as we show in our instructions. Reactivate deletion confirmation in Windows 8 It can quickly happen that a file accidentally ends up in the trash. That is why it makes sense if you activate the confirmation: Switch to your desktop and right-click on your trash...

If the automatic maintenance is not finished under Windows 7, 8 or 10, this can have several reasons. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Windows: Automatic maintenance is not finished If you only started maintenance a few minutes ago or have just discovered it, wait a few minutes. Depending on your computer's workload, it can take a few minutes or even hours for the process to complete...

In this article, we explain what the generic credentials for Windows 8 are. Generic credentials on Windows 8 Generic credentials are general data that are required for certain applications. They exist not only in Windows 8, but also in other operating systems. Windows thus offers the option of storing user names and passwords, which are required for logging on to a network or a website, for example...

This practical tip explains how to prevent an automatic update to Windows 8.1. Prevent and hide automatic update to Windows 8.1 To prevent the automatic update to Windows 8.1, follow these steps: First of all, deactivate the automatic update installation. To do this, go to "Control Panel" and there to "Windows Update"...

If you don't hear any sound in Windows 8, the following three approaches might help solve the problem. No sound due to driver problems Your sound card drivers, for example, may cause you to hear no sound: Sometimes the manual reinstallation of the driver for the sound card helps. To do this, uninstall the sound driver under "Audio, video and game controllers" in the device manager and reinstall it using the automatic driver search...

If you want to lock your computer for USB sticks, this is easy to implement under Windows with an entry in the registry. In this practical tip, we explain how you have to proceed. Access denied - USB sticks are left out Before you make changes to the Windows registry, you should always create a backup file of the registry...

If the task manager does not start by itself, you have to activate it yourself. We show you how to do this. Windows: Activate Task Manager To open the Task Manager, the key combination "Ctrl" + "Shift" + "Esc" is sufficient. If this does not succeed, the task manager is deactivated by a system change: Simultaneously press the [Windows] + [R] keys so that the "Run" window opens...

If an image is too boring as a desktop background, you can also put a video in the background. The installation of the software is not easy, but once set up, you can easily set videos as the desktop background. In our instructions we show you how to do this. Software for a video desktop background You can only use videos with additional software as a desktop background...

If Windows 8 cannot install some updates, you can install it manually. With these instructions it works without problems. Windows 8: Install updates manually Open Windows Update, you will find the option "Update history" on the right. In addition to the title of the failed update, you will find a KB number in brackets in the form "(KB1234567)"...

Since Windows 8 starts within a few seconds, many users wonder how they can get into the BIOS at all. We'll show you how it's done. Windows 8: how to get into the BIOS? If you have bought a new computer with Windows 8, it is very likely that the UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) is available instead of the BIOS...

If Windows denies you access to a USB stick, this can have several reasons. In this guide, we will show you how to solve the problem. Windows: Access to USB stick is denied Connection: First check the connection for damage. Insert the USB stick into another input and try the access again. Lock: Similar to SD cards, some USB sticks have a small lock on the housing...

The Microsoft operating system has been included in the Windows operating system since Windows XP. Unfortunately, the Windows boot manager is still not so easy to configure. The Windows boot manager If you have several operating systems on your computer, a popular combination is Windows and Linux, for example, you need a boot manager to configure the boot process, among other things...

If you don't want to use the Metro interface, you can switch off the Windows Store completely. In the Pro version of Windows 8, you can disable the store in Group Policy. The normal Windows version does not have this feature, you have to create a new registry entry here. Turn off the store in Windows 8 Press [Windows] and [R] simultaneously, this opens the Run dialog...

Windows 8 continuously collects data in the background. You can also deactivate these usage statistics so that not every app has access to your profile picture, your position or the microphone. Disable usage statistics on Windows 8 Open the Charmbar by pressing [Windows] and [C] at the same time. Then click on "Search" and type in "Privacy"...

In Windows 8 and 8.1, you can change your boot screen in just a few steps. We show you how it works. Change boot screen in Windows 8: Boot UI tuner With the free "Boot UI Tuner" you can deactivate the logo, the charging circle and messages when installing updates. You can find out how to change the boot logo in the next paragraph: Download the "Boot UI Tuner" from the manufacturer's website...

If PowerPoint has suddenly disappeared and can no longer be found in the start menu and search, our tips in this article will help you. PowerPoint disappeared - so you get it again If you cannot find PowerPoint using the "Windows button" (formerly "Start") and by entering it in the search bar, proceed as follows...

In this practical tip, we explain what you can do if NumLock is deactivated when Windows starts. Activate NumLock automatically at start If NumLock should be activated by default at startup, you have to make a change in the Windows registry. Open the registry editor with the key combination Windows key + R and type in "regedit"...

In Windows 8 there are watermarks in previews or major updates again and again on the desktop. However, you can easily remove them, as our instructions show you. Windows 8: Remove watermark First download and install the My WCP Watermark Editor tool. You may have to temporarily deactivate your anti-virus system for the download...

Sometimes the "Updatus-User" user folder is located on Windows. We'll tell you what it's all about. Windows: Updatus user - what is it? The "Updatus User" folder is created by the "NVIDIA Update" program. This is the official software for NVIDIA graphics cards. NVIDIA Update is supposed to automatically supply your graphics card with updates and thus creates its own user account under Windows...

If the error 0x80246002 occurs in the updates under Windows 8, there is an error in the Windows Update files. We'll show you how to fix it. Windows 8: Fix error 0x80246002 With the "Windows Update Troubleshooter" Windows searches for problems in connection with Windows Update and then solves them independently...

If the default SMS ringtone from Windows Phone doesn't suit you, you can change it as you wish. In this guide, we show you how to choose a different SMS sound. Change SMS ringtone on Windows Phone To change the SMS tone under WP 8, you must first open the settings. You can find this in the list of all applications under the app "Settings" of the same name...

Windows 8 supports various file systems. We will show you which one it is. Windows 8: Which file systems are supported? Windows 8 supports the FAT32, NTFS and ReFS file system for hard drives. External devices are also read with the FAT and exFAT file systems....

If you have installed the Windows Accelerator Pro program, you should remove the virus as soon as possible. We'll show you how it's done. // The program is called "Windows Accelerator Pro", so the colon is superfluous. If this is for technical reasons, this is of course excused;) Step 1: Uninstall Windows Accelerator Pro Virus The Windows Accelerator Pro is rogueware, also called scareware...

With the Slow Ring, Fast Ring and Release Preview Ring you can use the latest functions in Windows 10 before anyone else. We show you exactly where the difference between the three variants lies. Windows 10: Update via slow and fast ring Via the slow and fast ring you get completely new builds of Windows 10...

Find out how much RAM you really need under Windows in this practical tip. Windows Vista: You really need that much RAM Under Windows Vista Home Basic you need at least 512 MB of RAM. A minimum RAM of 1 GB is recommended for all other versions (Home Premium, Business, Enterprise and Ultimate). Windows 7: So much RAM you need For the 32-bit version of Windows 7 you need at least 1 GB of RAM...

If your PC switches itself off under Windows 8, this can have several reasons. We present the most common ones. Windows 8 automatically goes to sleep If there is no action on the computer for a long time, it usually switches itself off after a few minutes to save energy. Then, however, this is only put into the idle state...

With Windows 7 Service Pack 1 you receive important updates and features. If this cannot be installed, this can have various causes. This practical tip shows you how to fix the error. Windows 7: Service Pack 1 cannot be installed - what to do? Below you will find helpful tips so that the installation of Service Pack 1 works without any problems: Before you start the installation, make sure that Service Pack 1 is not already installed...

You can change the background of your start screen in Windows 8.1 in just a few steps. We show you exactly how in this practical tip. Customize the home screen background - Here's how Right-click on the taskbar and select "Settings". Then go to the "Navigation" tab. Place a checkmark under the sub-item "Show desktop background on the start page"...

Windows 8 to go can officially only be created in the Enterprise version and is therefore not intended for private users. We show you how you can still get your own Windows to go. Windows 8 to go on USB stick or external hard drive? If you have an external hard drive available, you should also use it to install Windows 8 to go...

After the update to Windows 8.1, many users search in vain for the performance index. We explain his disappearance. Windows 8.1: what happened to the performance index? Microsoft introduced the performance index with Windows Vista. It was a kind of benchmark that users could use to test their PC through Windows and then evaluate it...

In Windows 8.1, you can now not only display two, but even up to four apps at the same time. We'll show you how it's done. Windows 8.1: Show several apps side by side The parallel display of two apps was already supported under Windows 8. Since Windows 8.1, this has also been possible with four apps, but you need a monitor with a resolution of at least 1, 920 x 1200 pixels...

In this practical tip we will show you how you can change the Explorer view under Windows 8.1 and thus adapt it to your needs. Windows 8.1: Change view in Explorer Press the "Windows" and "E" keys simultaneously so that the Explorer opens. Go to the View tab at the top, you'll see the following setting options: Navigation area: Here you can configure the left navigation bar...

If you have updated to Windows 8.1, small "download arrows" may appear in many tiles. You can find out how to get rid of them in this practical tip. Windows 8.1: Arrows on tiles do not disappear After installing Windows 8.1, all apps will be reinstalled. However, on some computers there is an error that the installation of some Windows apps does not finish correctly...

If you always want to have images embedded in the Windows 8 mail app displayed in emails, you can configure this in the settings. The option is hidden in the account settings. Account settings of the Windows 8 mail app: display images in the mail app With the Mail app open, go to the Charms menu. To do this, move your mouse into the top right or bottom corner of the screen...

Update 1 for Windows 8.1 brings many innovations. You can find out what these are in this article. Just so much in advance: Anyone who is not yet using a touchscreen but continues to work with a keyboard and mouse can be happy. The new features of Windows 8.1 Update 1 Windows 8.1 (code name 'Windows Blue') was released in October 2013...

In Windows 8 it can happen in some cases that the app updates are not installed at all or only incorrectly. We'll tell you what this can be and how you can solve the problem. Windows 8: Why are app updates not installed? Windows 8 has some problems despite its lead over Windows 7. This also includes the app updates...

Under Windows 8.1, you can now use the weather app to display a weather forecast for the next day on the start screen. We'll show you how it's done. Windows 8.1: Show weather forecast Microsoft's weather app is preinstalled on Win-8 devices. If you have deleted the app, you can download it via the following link...

With the Windows 8 on-board tools, you can only create very simple tiles of your own for the start menu. With additional tools, however, you get significantly more options for designing individual tiles - even for Steam games! Create a simple tile using the context menu If you only want quick access to any application on your PC with a tile, you can easily pin the program using the context menu...

In Windows 8.1, Microsoft has introduced new options to make the lock screen more individual. You can find out where you can find the relevant options in this practical tip. Lock screen settings in Windows 8.1 To make the settings for the lock screen, move the mouse into one of the right corners of the screen and select "Settings"> "Change PC settings" in the charm bar (at the bottom)...

The Microsoft Office Upload Center sometimes appears unwanted. You can find out how to remove it in this practical tip. Disable Microsoft Office Upload Center The Microsoft Office Upload Center is part of the new Office versions. This tool uploads Office files to cloud storage. You can prevent this as follows: If the Microsoft Office Upload Center appears in the task bar, open it and remove all pending uploads...

If you want to install Outlook Express, you will encounter a problem: Microsoft has abolished the program. Instead, you can use the successor Windows Live Mail. We'll show you where to find the free alternative. Install Windows Live Mail instead of Outlook Express Windows Live Mail is part of the Windows Live Essentials software package...

In this practical tip, we will show you how to use Google Calendar on your Windows Phone 8. Set up a Google account on Windows Phone and activate calendar First, you need to add your Google account on Windows Phone: First open the settings. Select "Email Accounts & Others". Click "+ Add Account" and select "Google"...

In this practical tip we will show you how you can print several documents at once in Windows without having to open each one individually. Print multiple files in Explorer The normal way to print a document is to open the document and print it directly from the program. But that can be very cumbersome...

If you want to print out the directory from Windows Explorer, Windows does not offer any functions for this. You can still do this with the right software. We'll show you how it's done. Print directory from Windows Explorer Download the free DirPrintOK program from us. Open the EXE file and follow the instructions in the installation...

A major hurdle in information technology is automatic text recognition, or OCR (Optical Character Recognition) for short. There are some programs for Windows that recognize characters from raster graphics and can thus convert files from optical input devices (scanner, camera) into text. In this article we compare 3 OCR programs for Windows...

In Windows, you can display the most recently used documents in the Start menu. This function was standard in the earlier Windows versions XP and Vista, but must first be activated in Windows 7. That's how it's done. Show recently used documents in the Windows 7 start menu Press the Windows button (formerly "Start") and then right-click in the empty space on the right (above the "Shutdown" button)...

In this practical tip, we explain what error bar diagrams are used for and how you can create them in Excel. Excel: This is used for error bar diagrams You can use error bars to note a certain tolerance in a diagram. This means the possible deviation of the entered values. For scientific measurements, for example, you can enter a tolerance, which is graphically illustrated in the diagram...

In this practical tip we will show you how to deactivate the Windows functions. Deactivate Windows functions Click on "Start" or the Windows symbol in the lower left of the task bar and enter "Activate or deactivate Windows functions" in the search field. Click on the relevant entry as soon as it appears...

For better contrast on your screen, you can invert the colors in Windows 7. In this practical tip we will show you how. Invert Windows colors with the Magnifier If the sun shines on your screen and you can hardly see anything, you should invert the colors. The magnifier helps you with this: Click the start button at the bottom left and search for "Magnifier"...

For a long time, Microsoft has kept secret what exactly the updates of Windows 10 change. Now you can display the update history. We explain how and where to do it. View Windows 10 update history The changelog of the last updates can be viewed on the Microsoft update history page. Here you will find the KB number of the respective update and the release date...

This guide shows you how to update your programs under Windows 7. Update programs under Windows 7 To keep Microsoft Tools up to date, open the Control Panel and click on "System and Security". Under "Windows Update" select the option "Check for updates". You can also have updates installed automatically...

If you receive the message "DNS server does not respond", no more connections to websites are established. We'll show you how to fix the possible causes. DNS server does not answer: So do this now Often, the router simply cannot connect to the Internet or the computer, so the said error appears...

If Java reports an "Unable to access jar file" error, the requested file will not be opened and the process will not be completed. Among other things, the problem occurs more often with Minecraft servers. We'll show you how to fix it. Unable to access jar file: Solve Java errors First, look for a simple spelling mistake in the name of the file you want to open...

If Windows 10 shows the error "INACCESSIBLE BOOT DEVICE", the system can no longer be started. In this practical tip we will show you why and how you can solve the problem. Windows 10 error: INACCESSIBLE BOOT DEVICE The error mainly occurs if you have just reinstalled Windows 10. If there was a problem with the installation, this general error is output...

If you get the "Bootmgr missing" error message in Windows 8, there are several ways to solve the problem. Bootmgr missing: How to fix the error on Windows 8 Possibility: Start Windows 8 from the original data carrier. For this you have to make some settings in the BIOS. Select "Repair your computer" and determine the Windows partition...

In Windows 10, the bash, i.e. the Linux console, is integrated for the first time. However, you must activate the feature before you can use the command line tools. We show you how to do this. Activate Linux bash on Windows 10 So that you can open the Linux bash in Windows 10, you must first activate the "Windows Subsystem for Linux"...

The error message "NTLDR is missing" is one of the classics under Windows operating systems. Here we show you how to fix the problem and get the computer up and running again. Inserted data carrier prevents start The simplest solution is a forgotten CD, DVD or floppy disk in one drive. Connected USB devices can also be the cause...

The pointed quotes used in French, for example, the guillemets, can also be inserted under Windows. We'll show you how to do it best. Windows: Insert guillemets using a key combination You can create almost all symbols by pressing the [Alt] key in combination with a number sequence on the number pad...

In this practical tip, we will show you how to change the camera under Windows Phone 8.1. Change camera under Windows Phone 8.1 When you open the camera app, the camera on the back of your smartphone is active by default. To switch to the front camera: Switch to the "Camera" app. You can find them in the list of all applications or in the quick start bar, which you can pull down from the top of the screen...

Sometimes you have to change the image format because the website where you want to upload the image only supports certain formats - like jpg or png. Change picture format with Paint Changing the image format is particularly quick and easy with Microsoft Paint. First, open the picture in the "Windows Photo Viewer"...

If the Windows security service has automatically deactivated, you can simply reactivate it. We'll show you how it works. Windows Security Service turns itself off automatically - you can do that Simultaneously press the [Windows] + [R] keys and enter "services.msc" in the field that appears...

If you find the "rundll32.exe" file in Task Manager, it can also be a virus. We'll show you how to tell if the file is safe or not. What is rundll32.exe? The "rundll32.exe" file has been included in every Microsoft operating system since Windows 95 and is also necessary for smooth operation...

This practical tip explains how you can deactivate the security center in Windows 7. To disable Security Center on Windows 7: Click the "Windows icon" in the lower left of the task bar. Now move the mouse pointer over the entry "Computer". Right click on it and select "Manage"...

In some cases, you have to activate or deactivate FIPS encryption under Windows. In this practical tip, we will show you how to do it. Activate FIPS under Windows - how it works Open the Control Panel and then the categories "Network and Internet" and "Network and Sharing Center"...

Sometimes you have to delete registry values ​​under Windows so that a program is completely uninstalled and your computer runs smoothly again. We explain how it works and what you have to watch out for. Find a program's registry value Before you can change the registry value of a program, you first have to find it out. Th...

An error with the XINPUT1_3.dll can be fixed quickly. The DLL is part of DirectX. We show you how it works. Fix XINPUT1_3.dll error To fix the problem, you need to replace the bad file: Visit //de.dll-files.com/xinput1_3.dll.html. Scroll all the way down and click "Download Zip File". Unzip the downloaded archive...

The shutdown button for shutting down the computer is well hidden under Windows 8. Here's how to turn off Windows 8 quickly. Switch off via Windows 8 settings The on / off button is hidden in Windows 8 in the settings menu. To do this, move your mouse into the top right corner and click on "Settings"...

Network path not found - this error is always displayed when you try to access another computer on the network but it is not available. We'll show you what you can do. Network errors - you can do that Check that both computers are in the same workgroup. You can find out which working group you are working under under "Computers"...

Static DNS has many advantages. We'll show you how to set it up on Windows. Windows: Set up static DNS Open the Control Panel and select the "Network and Sharing Center" under the "Network and Internet" category. Click on the "Change adapter settings" option on the left and then select the desired LAN or WLAN connection...

In this practical tip, we explain how to set up a home network group in Windows 7. With a home network group, you can easily share data in a home network. Windows 7: Set up homegroup via network and sharing center Right-click on the network icon in the taskbar and select "Open Network and Sharing Center"...

In this article we explain what the process SLWinAct.exe is about. First of all: The process is actually only available under Windows Vista. Vista process SLWinAct.exe - that is behind it The original process SLWinAct.exe is only available in the Windows Vista operating system. There he is responsible for legal Windows activation...

In this practical tip, we explain what the lsass.exe process is about. lsass.exe: authentication server or virus Lsass.exe can be the normal Windows authentication process or a virus or worm. lsass.exe is the local security authentication server. This process checks the validity of the user login for your PC...

If the process "snippingtool.exe" appears in the Task Manager, you do not have to worry. We explain what the file is all about. Editing tool: snippingtool.exe from Microsoft The process "snippingtool.exe" is a Windows process. More specifically, the process belongs to the "Microsoft Snipping Tool" software...

The "AsusService.exe" process often appears in Task Manager, especially for notebooks. In this practical tip, we explain what is behind the file and whether it is dangerous. AsusService.exe - Asus launcher process in security check The process "Asus Launcher Service" or "LiveUpdate" is part of the software "Asus Launcher Service" or "ASUS PCE-N53 WLAN Card Utilities & Driver" from ASUSTeK Computer...

If you have installed the Windows Efficiency Accelerator program, you should remove the virus immediately. We show you how this works in this guide. Step 1: remove Windows Efficiency Accelerator Virus The Windows Efficiency Accelerator is so-called scareware. The program claims to be a functioning virus scanner and is said to find numerous viruses...

In this guide, we will show you how to proceed if you have forgotten your MSN login. MSN: Forgot password If you have forgotten your MSN password, you should first go to the MSN homepage. Click on "Can't access your account?" In the next window, select "I forgot my password". Enter your Microsoft account and follow the instructions on the website...

In this practical tip, we explain which file systems Windows Server supports. Windows Server 2012: The new ReFS file system A new file system was added in Windows Server 2012. Windows Server now supports the following systems: With the current Windows Server operating system (based on Windows 8), the new file system ReFS is also introduced...

Of course, you can also stop OneDrive syncing. We explain how it works! OneDrive cloud service: Stop syncing Right click on the OneDrive icon in the system tray on the right and select "Open OneDrive in Explorer". Alternatively, you can open Windows Explorer via "This PC". Then right-click on "OneDrive" in the left display...

If a video can no longer be played, there are three measures that can remedy the situation. How do they show you. 1. Alternative media player to play videos If you are unable to play a video or can no longer play it, the error may be due to a defect or incompatibility of the video player. You can try the following alternative players to play or converter to convert to another video format: The widely used VLC media player comes with its own codecs and automatically offers a temporary repair for defective videos...

If Windows displays error code 0x80072EFD, there is a problem with Windows Update. This practical tip shows you how to fix the error. Fix error code 0x80072EFD on Windows - how it works The error code 0x80072EFD is usually accompanied by the message "ERROR_INTERNET_CANNOT_CONNECT". Windows Update was unable to connect to the Internet successfully...

If a blue screen appears with a fltmgr.sys error message under Windows, there can be several reasons. In this guide, we will show you how to solve the problem. Solve Fltmgr.sys blue screen with updates and virus scan If an error occurs with the fltmgr.sys file, the "File System Filter Manager" can no longer properly access and work with the hard disk...

In this practical tip, we will show you how to fix error 0xc004f061 under Windows 8. Fix error 0xc004f061 on Windows 8 Error 0xc004f061 is an activation problem when upgrading from Windows 7 to Windows 8. If you have an update license and enter it with a newly installed operating system, error 0xc004f061 occurs...

If you get an incomprehensible Windows error message, you can copy it and paste it into Google. This will give you instructions and tips for troubleshooting. We'll show you how to copy the text of the error message - even if it doesn't work the traditional way. Copy error message under Windows - how it works To search for solutions to errors on the Internet or with friends, you can copy and save Windows error messages...

For testing purposes or to scare friends, you can create a Windows error message yourself. In this practical tip, we will show you how this works. Create your own Windows error message - how it works Open the editor on your computer. Copy the following code "x = msgbox (" error text ", 1 + 16, " error title ")" into the editor (without the outer quotation marks)...

The blue screen occurs when the ATI graphics driver atikmdag.sys stops responding and does not start itself. This practical tip shows you what you can do in this case. Ati driver atikmdag.sys causes error reporting - the solution If there is no feedback from the driver, Windows concludes that the driver or the graphics card has crashed - and shows the blue screen...

"The Task Scheduler service is not available. Make sure that the service is running." You can get this error message when opening services or programs. Here you can read how to proceed in this case. Task Scheduler Service Disabled - You Must Press the Windows key + [R] to open the command prompt...

Error 1053 occurs when a Windows service stops responding. Here's how to fix it. Problems with the .NET Framework Sometimes the 1053 error occurs due to an outdated .NET Framework. For Windows Vista or later, download the .NET Framework 4.5. For Windows XP, install the .NET Framework 3.5. Software problems cause error 1053 If the error persists, the program may have been installed incorrectly...

If the message "Server is busy" appears under Windows 7, a program is faulty or malware is blocking your system. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Step 1: find the culprit With the message "Server is busy", the message "This operation could not be performed because the other application is running...

If you get the Windows error message "Operating System not found" when you start your PC, we will show you the causes and the solution to the problem. Windows error message "Operating System not found" - these are the most common causes Your BIOS may or may not recognize the hard drive...

If the shutdown of Windows 7 takes an unusually long time, it is usually due to a buildup of data garbage. We'll show you how to speed up the process again. Windows 7: Shutdown takes a long time - so you solve the problem Windows has its own tool for cleaning up the hard drive. In most cases, this can delete several GB of useless data: Press the "Windows" and "R" keys simultaneously so that the "Execute" command opens...

If you've heard the term "level 8 problem", you can't do much with it for a reason. We'll tell you what's behind the name. Level 8 problem: what does that mean? If there is a level 8 problem, this is the polite term for the fact that a user cannot use his computer properly. The term is mainly used by administrators...

If you can't pin it on your taskbar, there can be several reasons. We show you possible solutions so that programs can be reattached. Can't attach to taskbar: Is the registry entry to blame? A missing registry entry can prevent you from being able to pin programs: Open your registry by entering the command "Regedit" under "Start"> "Run"...

If deleted print jobs simply do not want to disappear, further jobs are usually blocked and nothing works. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Windows: Deleted print jobs do not disappear First, you should do a simple restart. If that doesn't help, follow these instructions. If this does not lead to success either, follow the instructions in the second paragraph...

If you have reinstalled Windows 10, the keyboard may no longer work. In this article, we show what you can do in this case and how to get your keyboard up and running again. Keyboard doesn't work on Windows 10: how to fix the problem If your keyboard no longer works after upgrading to Windows 10, you should first check whether new updates are available...

If there is a problem with Microsoft.NET Framework 3.5 in your Windows 8 system, you will receive error 0x800f0906. In this practical tip, we will show you how to deal with the error in Windows 8. Fix error 0x800f0906 on Windows 8 Error code 0x800f0906 is a problem with Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5. To fix the problem, boot from an external medium, such as your Windows 8 DVD...

If there is a problem with the hard drive, Windows 8 shows you the error 0xc00000e9. We'll show you how to fix it. Fix error 0xc00000e9 on Windows 8 Error code 0xc00000e9 indicates that there is a conflict with the hard drive. Therefore, first check whether your hard disk is correctly connected and configured...

This practical tip shows you what you can do if your Windows 7 no longer finds WiFi networks. Windows 7: No more WiFi networks - you can do that Sometimes a few simple settings help to find WLAN networks again. After each of the tips, you should check whether Windows 7 finds WLANs again. Eject your WLAN USB stick and connect the stick to your PC again...

With Tor you surf the internet anonymously. We'll show you how to install the software on Windows. Windows: Install Tor software First, download the Tor browser package from us in the download area. Then open the EXE file and click through the installation program. If you want, you can change the storage location for Tor here...

If your computer displays Windows infection ID 13496587525, you have landed on a fraudulent website. We'll show you what the infection is and how to behave properly. Infection ID 13496587525: Fraudsters disguise themselves as Windows technicians Currently, users are repeatedly directed to a website on which a blue screen is imitated by Windows...

If you have activated a kind of key lock under Windows 7, you can unlock it via the Control Panel. We'll show you how. Unlock the key lock in Windows 7 If you have a laptop, you have probably locked the keyboard using a key combination. First, look for the appropriate symbol in the top row of the keyboard...

To be able to record music from the Internet, for example, you must first have the audio devices deactivated by Windows displayed. In this practical tip, we explain how to do it. View deactivated audio devices in Windows Click on "Start" and go to "Control Panel". Enter "Sound" in the search field at the top right and select the search result of the same name...

If error 8024402c occurs in Windows Update, there is a problem downloading the updates. We'll show you how to fix the problem and update Windows again. Fix error 8024402c in Windows Update Troubleshooting: Open the following link, a download of a help tool starts automatically. Start the program and carry out a check...

If an error occurs in the Windows registry, you can repair the database by restoring it. We show you how this works in this guide. Repair Windows registry Press the Windows key and R at the same time so that the "Run" command opens. Enter "scanreg / autorun" here and confirm with "OK"...

Some Acer users receive an error message when they shut down their notebook, which contains the term PrefetchForm. We'll explain what it's all about. PrefetchForm: that's the reason When starting or shutting down an Acer notebook, error messages appear that contain the terms PrefetchForm or Dummy Form...

Windows users mostly encounter the term dummy form with an Acer laptop. We reveal what is behind it. Dummy form: Explanation of the term The term dummy form often occurs in connection with an error message when shutting down or restarting Acer notebooks with Windows 8 or Windows 8.1. These are usually defective apps or programs that cause the error message...

If a black screen appears on your Windows computer, you can no longer operate it. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Blackscreen on Windows: The causes A black screen can have many causes, but says the same thing in most cases. A serious error has been caused so that basic Windows functions are disrupted...

Changes in the Windows registry can have a major impact on the system. Undoing incorrect settings is therefore fundamental. Unfortunately, this is not so easy on Windows. We'll tell you how to do it. Windows Registry: Undo settings Unfortunately, Windows registry settings cannot simply be undone...

You cannot currently return an app in the Windows App Store. Find out why this is the case here. Windows Phone: Return app - currently not possible Microsoft has no right of withdrawal for apps from the Windows App Store. You therefore do not have the option of returning purchased apps and getting the money paid back...

If the Windows Media Center is no longer working, this is usually due to an error in the file system. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Repair Windows Media Center Open the Control Panel and select the "Programs and Features" under the "Programs" category. If you click on the "Activate or deactivate Windows features" option on the left, a small window opens...

If you receive an error message about the file wininet.dll under Windows, it is usually not clear what kind of file it is. We clarify it. What does the wininet.dll file do? The wininet.dll file is part of Internet Explorer and controls, among other things, the Internet configuration A missing or corrupted wininet...

If the computer becomes too slow and the CPU is overloaded, the cidaemon.exe file can be responsible. You can find out exactly what this is and how to end the service in our practical tip. Cidaemon: What is it? First the good news: Cidaemon is not a Trojan or a virus, but a Windows XP system file that belongs to the indexing service...

If you don't have the key for your Windows 7 at hand, you can install the operating system without a key. We'll show you how easy it is. Install Windows 7 without a key - so it'll work Sometimes the key has become illegible or you cannot find it when you need it. But that's not a problem...

If Windows 10 cannot be installed on your PC, the causes are often diverse. In this practical tip, we give various tips so that the installation works without problems. Windows 10 won't install - you can do that First, check if Windows 10 works on your PC before starting the installation. If your PC does not meet the requirements, you should refrain from installing it, otherwise errors and problems can occur...

If Windows 8 cannot be installed, various causes can be responsible. Find out in our practical tip what you can do in this case. Windows 8 cannot be installed - what to do? Before you start installing Windows 8, you should make sure that your PC meets the system requirements for the operating system...

Windows automatically sets an installed printer as the default printer. We show you how you can change it so that you can quickly print something from the Internet, Word or another program, for example. How to set up your default printer Click "Start" and select "Control Panel". In the "Hardware and Sound" menu, click "Show devices and printers"...

If the error with code 10 is displayed in the device manager, Windows cannot access the device. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Device Manager: How to fix error code 10 Start the device manager and find the device with the error. A small exclamation mark is usually shown here. Right-click on the device and select "Properties"...

With the error "Bootmgr is compressed" you can no longer start your computer. You can find out how to fix the problem in this practical tip. "Bootmgr is compressed" error - how to fix the problem You will need an original Windows DVD for troubleshooting. The version of the disk is not important...

In this practical tip, we present the best alternatives to the PureSync synchronization software. 1. PureSync alternative: FreeFileSync The open source tool FreeFileSync examines your directories and synchronizes backups between your PC, external hard drives and USB sticks. The program also displays some useful statistics, such as the number of files to be deleted and overwritten...

If the key is not accepted when you activate Windows 10, you have another option. We'll show you what you can do. Windows 10: Key is not accepted - you can do that If the entered product key is not accepted, first check whether you have entered it correctly. If the activation still does not work, you can activate Windows 10 by phone: Start the command prompt...

If you receive the message "DNS Probe finished no internet", the browser or the system cannot connect to the Internet. Find out in this practical tip what you can do about it. DNS Probe Finished No Internet - what to do? With the following tips you can quickly correct this error message from the system service: First, make sure your PC is connected to the internet...

In this practical tip, we explain what the twcu.exe process is about. twcu.exe is part of the TP-Link software The Windows process twcu.exe is called "TP-Link Wireless Client Utiliy". Sometimes it has other names like "MFC Application". The process belongs to software called TP-LINK configuration tool...

In this tip, we explain what claro.dll is. So much first: The file belongs to a toolbar. claro.dll is DLL and adware Claro.dll is a dynamic link library (DLL), which means a dynamic program library. The program library belongs to the Claro LTD Toolbar or Montiera Toolbar. The toolbar is located in the ProgramFiles folder...

Locking certain websites in Internet Explorer is particularly helpful if children also use the PC. In this practical tip, we'll show you how. Block websites in IE - so make the browser safe Unfortunately, you cannot block websites in Internet Explorer directly via the browser settings. However, it is not at all difficult to exclude websites with unwanted content from surfing...

In Windows 7 you can also display your favorites in the Start menu. We show you how to activate the menu. Show favorites in the Windows 7 start menu Open the start menu and right-click on a vacant space. Select the "Properties" entry. A new window is opening up. In the "Start menu" tab, click "Customize"...

Microsoft is breaking new ground with Windows 8 in terms of design. If you would like to further embellish this with the appropriate icons, we have the right links and tips for you here. So you get an even more individual calculator and the system is visually rounded off. MetroStation Icon Pack for Windows 8 Sorted by different categories, the "MetroStation Icon Pack" has a large selection of high quality icons...

If you have changed your WLAN password, you must also change it on your Windows PC. In this practical tip, we will show you how your computer connects to your router again. View and change the WiFi password Open the "Control Panel" and enter "wireless" in the search field at the top right...

If the display driver crashes regularly or even frequently, this can quickly disrupt and indicate an error. Find out here what you can do in this case. Display driver keeps crashing - what to do? First make sure that you have installed the latest driver version of your graphics card. You can find this out either with Windows Update or on the manufacturer's website...

To free up disk space, you should uninstall programs that you no longer use. This practical tip shows you how to uninstall OpenOffice office software properly. How to uninstall OpenOffice from Windows Since OpenOffice does not come with an uninstall program itself, you can either use external additional tools, such as the free CCleaner, or alternatively use the Windows uninstall program...

When installing the software, you usually have to choose between 32-bit or 64-bit versions. This article explains how to find out which of these two CPU architectures your Windows system is designed for. 32 bit or 64 bit - that's how you find out Open the "Control Panel" using the Windows button (formerly "Start")...

The mDNSResponder.exe process runs on some computers and belongs to the Bonjour software. In this tip we explain what it is. Bonjour mDNSResponder.exe: Required for Apple iTunes The process is called "Bonjour Service" or "RIM MDNS Service" and is not part of Windows and is also not required by Windows...

In this practical tip, we explain what the sdclt.exe process is about. Sdclt.exe: Windows process of the Vista security tool The sdclt.exe process is a process from Windows Vista Security Tool. More specifically, it is used to back up and restore data. The file is located in the Windows "system32" folder...

In this practical tip, we explain what the pcee4.exe process is. pcee4.exe is part of the "Dolby Home Theater" software Pcee4.exe is a process on Windows. More specifically, it belongs to the "Dolby Home Theater" software and is called "Dolby Profile Selector". If the process on your PC is not in the Program Files folder, then it could be a virus...

This guide explains how you can open SQL files with your computer. Open SQL file with Access First open Access and click on the "File"> "Open" tab. Now select the SQL file. You can also drag and drop the file into the program. Open SQL file with WordPad You can open SQL files even without Microsoft Access: Right-click on your SQL file...

If you follow the entries of your task manager, the process "WUDFHost.exe" occasionally appears there. We will show you what it is and whether there is cause for concern. WUDFHost.exe - driver and part of Windows operating systems This process is part of Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7...

Here you can find out what the "Explorer.exe" process is required for on Windows. The functions of Windows Explorer "Explorer.exe" or "Windows Explorer" is an important process. Windows Explorer makes your computer easier to use. "Explorer.exe" displays icons on your desktop and controls the taskbar...

In the Task Manager you will always find the "HD-Agent.exe" process. In this practical tip, we explain what it is. HD-Agent.exe - Process of the BlueStacks App Player The process "HD-Agent-exe" in many cases is only called "Agent" and belongs to the software "Notification Center" or "BlueStacks Notification Center" from BlueStack Systems...

If the file bootsqm.dat suddenly appears on your hard drive, the surprise is great. We'll tell you what the file is all about. bootsqm.dat - what is it? The bootsqm.dat file is created automatically when the chkdsk.exe command starts on your computer. chkdsk.exe is a command line program that searches for errors in the Windows file system...

If you get an ABW file, you and your computer will probably not be able to do much with it. We'll show you how to open the file. Open ABW file and convert ABW files are created with the free word processing program AbiWord. However, hardly any program is able to open the ABW file. Download the portable version of AbiWord Portable from us in the CHIP download area and run the installation file...

The "Robocopy" tool is hidden in Windows 7. With this you can copy files or entire directories. This works even faster than with the standard Windows copy tool. This practical tip shows you how you can use "Robocopy". Execute "Robocopy" from the command line Windows has cleverly hidden the tool in the command prompt...

Windows cannot do anything with a JPX file in most cases. We'll show you how to open the file anyway. Open JPX files To open a JPX file, you can either change the file format or use software. Conversion: JPX is a special format from JPG. You can easily change the file extension in Windows to JPG...

You can hide them so that not everyone can immediately discover your files and folders. How this works and how you can find the file later, we show you in this article. How to hide files on Windows Right-click on a file and open the "Properties" in the context menu. Under the "General" tab you will find the so-called "Attributes"...

If you want to send messages back and forth between two or more computers over the home network, you do not necessarily need additional software. We'll show you how this works with on-board equipment in Windows. Windows: Send messages over the home network Press the [Windows] and [R] keys simultaneously so that the "Execute" command opens...

A voice call counter is especially useful if you don't have an Allnet flat rate. We will tell you how to find it on the Windows Phone in our practical tip. Call the voice call counter on the Windows Phone The voice call counter is a little hidden on the Windows Phone. You also cannot reset it. This only works if you also reset your smartphone...

You can save your short messages on your Windows Phone 8. In this practical tip, you can read how to activate SMS backup. How to set SMS backup on Windows Phone 8 To activate the backup, first open the settings. Swipe right to read "Applications" as a heading. Select "Messages" At the first point "SMS backup", flip the switch...

For a few days now, you have received a notification about an upgrade to Windows 10. You can find out how to move this in the following article. Postpone reserved Windows 10 upgrade If you have reserved Windows 10, Microsoft has been notifying you of a forced upgrade for a few days: To prevent an upgrade, you must never simply click away the notification...

In Windows 7 you can view all drives in the Start menu. So you have direct access to your connected hard drives, partitions or external DVD players. We'll show you how to activate this feature. Integrate the drives into the Windows 7 start menu In order to activate the drives in your start menu, you have to make a small change in the Windows settings: First, right-click on the Windows logo in the taskbar...

If the blue screen appears with the error "System Thread Exception Not Handled" under Windows 10, there is a problem with the graphics card. In this practical tip, we will show you how to solve it. Blue screen: System Thread Exception Not Handled - you can do that First you need the Windows installation CD...

If your computer crashes with a blue screen and displays the Sysdata.xml file as an error, this can have a variety of causes. We'll show you how to solve the problem and get the PC back on the move. Crash due to Sysdata.xml - that's the reason XML files are usually pure text files. They control the exchange of data between two programs...

Under Windows you can also encrypt USB sticks with board means. We'll show you how. Can my Windows version encrypt USB sticks? Windows has its own function for encrypting USB sticks. However, this is only included in the more expensive versions of Windows 7 and 8: Under Windows 7 you need the version "Ultimate" or "Enterprise", under Windows 8 "Pro" or "Enterprise"...

The Lenovo Solution Center is installed by default on Lenovo notebooks. However, you can uninstall it as it is not required for normal use. We show you how to do this in this guide. How to uninstall Lenovo Solution Center The Lenovo Solution Center is preinstalled on most Lenovo computers when you purchase it...

In this practical tip, we explain how to display a clock on the desktop in Windows 10. You need a special gadget pack for this. Show clock on desktop in Windows 10 Install the free gadget pack. Then right-click on an empty space on your desktop and select the "Gadgets" option in the open menu...

If the clock has disappeared under Windows 7 after the update, you have to retrieve it manually. We show you the procedure in our instructions. Restore clock gadget on Windows 7 First switch to the Control Panel. Double-click here to open the "Display and adjustment" menu and then "Display"...

If you rarely need the taskbar or if it disturbs you while surfing, you can hide the bar in Windows. We'll show you how it's done. Windows: hide taskbar The following instructions were carried out under Windows 8. In other versions of Windows, the options may be titled and arranged slightly differently...

If Windows 7 no longer runs as it should, you can perform a system restore. The settings and configurations of your system are then reset to an earlier point in time. We'll show you how it's done. Perform system restore on Windows 7 Click the start button at the bottom left. Type "system restore" in the search line below and then select the appropriate result...

If your mouse moves too fast under Windows, you can easily adjust the speed. In this practical tip we will show you how. Windows: mouse moves too fast Open the Control Panel and select the "Hardware and Sound" category. You will now find the "Mouse" option under the "Devices and Printers" category...

Use the following tools to sort your music collection using ID3 tags. This song information provides a clear directory structure. Mp3tag: Create ID3 tags and rename files With "Mp3tag" you can add further information such as artist or album to your Mp3 files. The program obtains this information from Amazon and other tag sources...

If there is an error with the mpr.dll file, the problem can be solved quickly in many cases. In this guide, we will show you how this works. Troubleshoot the mpr.dll file If you accidentally deleted the file, check the trash. If the latter has already been emptied, you may be able to save the file with the free Recuva software...

Apps running Windows 10 require certain permissions - such as access to the location. You can change such authorizations and thus keep control over your data. Our instructions show you exactly how this works. Restrict app permissions on Windows 10 Sometimes apps require authorization for data that is private and that is not absolutely necessary for the function...

With industry apps, you can perfectly integrate your business tasks into Windows 10. However, you must download the programs so that they are available on all computers in the network. In this article, we reveal what you need and how you then distribute your apps. Step 1: Activate Sideload function for apps in Windows 10 For security reasons, you cannot easily load apps in Windows 10...

If you can't change your lock screen after upgrading to Windows 10, we have the solution for you. If you make a change in the registry, the problem should be resolved quickly. You can read all the information in this practical tip. Change Windows 10 lock screen: make changes in the registry If you make changes in the registry, you should always back up your registry beforehand so that you can possibly restore it later...

In Windows you can personalize your desktop with your own background images. There are various templates for this. You can also set your own photos as wallpapers. Change Windows desktop wallpaper Right-click on the desktop. The context menu opens in which you can find the item "Adjust" at the bottom...

Read this practical tip on how to delete the browser history on your Windows Phone. Clear browsing history on Windows Phone The browser history contains information that Internet Explorer stores on your Windows Phone while you are browsing. For example, visited websites, passwords or keywords are saved...

The Autorun.inf file can be found on various data carriers. We'll tell you what it's all about. Autorun.inf - what is it? Let us assume that the autorun.inf file is on an installation CD for a program. If we insert the CD into the computer, Windows recognizes the special file type autorun.inf by the name...

If you are annoyed by the constant messages from the Windows maintenance center, you can deactivate them. We'll show you how. Windows: Disable maintenance center messages The maintenance center monitors numerous services and provides reports about them. For security reasons, you should not deactivate the messages...

You cannot really uninstall the media player in Windows 8, you can only deactivate it. We show you how to do this in this article. Windows 8: Deactivate media player - how it works You cannot uninstall Windows Media Player because it is part of the Windows 8 operating system. However, there are reasons to use other programs to listen to music...

Windows comes with Explorer for viewing and organizing files. In this practical tip you can read what you can do if the Explorer opens slowly. Windows Explorer opens slowly: troubleshooting If you work with Windows every day and install programs, some of them end up in Autostart. This slows down the system start and the execution of programs...

You can shrink a partition in Windows 7 with partition management. However, it is a little hidden. How to get there and shrink a partition is explained in this practical tip. Shrink partition with disk management in Windows 7 Before you start to shrink the partitions on your hard drive, you should first free them of unnecessary ballast, for example with the free "CCleaner"...

If you receive the "Critical Process Died" error under Windows 10, this may be due to outdated drivers. In this practical tip, we will tell you what you can do about the error message. Critical Process Died error on Windows 10 - what to do? In order to fix the error effectively, we have summarized various tips for you below: If you cannot start the PC as usual due to critical process died, you should start Windows 10 in safe mode...

Windows 7 stores all important settings in your user profile. However, if it is defective, you must first repair it before you can log in again. We show you how to do this. Step 1: repair user profile in Windows 7 Unfortunately there is no button in Windows 7 with which you can repair your damaged account directly...

If the message "COM-Surrogate no longer works" appears on Windows, various things can be responsible for this. We'll show you how to solve the problem. COM surrogate has stopped working. This can help Open a folder on your computer that contains a video file. As a miniature view, you usually see a small preview image...

If the speech output is switched on under Windows, all texts are read out on the screen. In this article we will tell you how to deactivate the option again. Windows XP to 10: Deactivate speech output Narrator has been around since Windows XP and has not changed to this day. The following steps therefore work with all Windows systems...

By default, you cannot display multiple tabs in Windows Explorer. You don't have to do without this useful feature - the following programs help you to create multiple tabs - similar to web browsers. Tabs in Windows Explorer: "TabExplorer" and "Clover" Both tools place a table bar above the Windows Explorer, which you also know from common web browsers...

This practical tip explains how to find out the name of the installed graphics card in Windows 8. Show graphics card in Windows 8: Here's how Certain system requirements are often associated with the installation of new software, for example a compatible graphics card. Therefore, you should know how to find the installed hardware...

If you add a new user account in Windows 8, you can also allow access for other people. We show you how to do this. Windows 8: Add user account First open the Control Panel. Click on the "User Accounts and Family Safety" category in the top right and select the "User Accounts" there...

"Hiberfil.sys" is required for Windows 7 for hibernation, which is why you cannot delete this system file. You can still use the storage space occupied by "hiberfil.sys". Do not delete the "hiberfil.sys" system file, but deactivate it Deactivate the "hiberfil.sys" file as follows: Click on "Start" in the lower left corner and enter "cmd" in the "Search programs and files" search field...

In Windows 8, it is usually sufficient to put the PC into energy-saving mode instead of shutting it down completely. We have summarized the most important tips for standby mode for you here. Advantages of sleep mode in Windows 8 Windows 8 computers use extremely little power in energy-saving mode and can also be started much faster...

Crossfading managers have become an integral part of the DJ scene. Most are for MacOS. With the 3 best tools for Windows you can still enjoy a DJ. The most used DJ software: Virtual DJ With "Virtual DJ" you get more out of your music collection. The free program has numerous effects and samples...

Finding and displaying all temporary Internet files under Windows 7 can be difficult at times. In this practical tip, we will explain how it works. Show temporary internet files under Windows 7 In addition to walking through the shallows of your hard drive, there is also a faster one, for example to manually delete or view temporary internet files...

If the conventional Windows 10 start button is too boring for you, you can change it with just a few clicks. Here's how to do it. Change Windows 10 start button - that's how it's done Download Classic Shell and start the installation. During installation you will be asked which features you need...

With high-speed mode, you can get more performance out of gaming in Windows 10. We show you what the function can do and when it comes. Windows 10: what can high-speed mode do? After Windows 10, no new Windows should appear for the time being. Instead, Windows 10 is constantly being worked on in order to always improve the operating system...

If you want to determine yourself how to install updates on Windows 10, you can deactivate the automatic updates. Then only what you want and when you want it will be installed. Windows 10: Turn off automatic updates completely Note: This guide completely disables the Windows Update service. To get important updates for Windows 10, you should turn on the service every 4 weeks and install the latest updates...

The file "desktop.ini" can be found in almost every folder. But what is that exactly? We will explain what is behind it and what functions the Windows file has. The functions of the "desktop.ini" file Windows creates a desktop.ini file in each folder. The information in the system file regulates what the explorer window of an open folder looks like...

If a critical error has occurred on your PC, this can have many causes. We'll show you how to fix the problem. Critical bug caused by virus A virus on your PC can lead to a critical error on both Windows 7 and Windows 8. You can use the AVG Anti-Virus tool to check your computer for viruses. You can find detailed instructions under this link...

If you want to find out the file type of a file without an extension, you won't get very far with the Windows tools. In such a case, the small freeware tool TrIDNET will help you. Set up TrIDNET Before you can use TrIDNET, you have to set up the tool. To do this, download the trid_net.zip and triddefs_xml...

Under Windows 7, you can create a self-extracting ZIP archive using on-board tools. In our instructions we show you in detail how this works. Create self-extracting ZIP files under Windows 7: The software Windows 7 already comes with its own program for creating self-extracting ZIP files. How to find and start the software: Click the start icon in the lower left corner of the screen...

If you want to learn more about your graphics card, you can read it out in Windows in several ways. We'll show you how it's done. Read out graphics card with GPU-Z Download the free tool GPU-Z and start the EXE file. If you click "No" here, the program will start without installation...

If you are bothered by the start sound of Windows 7, you can simply deactivate it. In our instructions we show you the exact procedure. Disable startup sound in Windows 7 Click on the Windows icon at the bottom left and select "Control Panel" in the Start menu. Open the "Hardware and Sound" category and select the "Sound" category there...

If you are bothered by the shift key, you can simply deactivate it with a small tool. We show you how to do this in this practical tip. Toggle Shift with Sharpkeys You can use the Sharpkeys program to change the keyboard layout. You can also use the program to deactivate individual keys. Open the program with administrator rights (right click on the program -> "Open as administrator")...

In this practical tip, we will show you how you can unhide your missing DVD drive in Windows 7. Recover missing DVD drive in Windows 7 Open the start menu and click on "Control Panel". Select the "Device Manager" under the heading "Devices and Printers". A new window is opening up...

If you have the impression that your computer is running too slowly, you should display the RAM load. In Windows 7, this is lightning fast and costs you just a few clicks. Get CPU and RAM utilization with three clicks Right-click on the taskbar. In the context menu you decide on the option "Start Task Manager"...

In this practical tip we will show you how to create tasks in Windows using the "Task Scheduler". Do you want your computer to shutdown at the same time every day or to run a specific program? The following article will show you how to do this using the built-in Windows tools. Automatic tasks with "Windows Task Scheduler" You open the Windows Task Scheduler by tapping on the Windows symbol in the task bar and entering "Task planning" in the search bar...

Windows 7 has many different gadgets. You can read how to manage them in this practical tip. Manage gadgets for Windows 7 Open the Gadgets window by right-clicking the desktop and then clicking Gadgets. To activate a gadget, double-click on it. After a short loading time, it appears on the desktop. With a click on "Get additional gadgets online" you can download further widgets online from the Microsoft website...

In Windows 7, you can easily view and remove shares. You can read how to do this in this practical tip. Windows 7: Check and remove network shares Open the start menu and right click on "Computer". Select the "Manage" command in the context menu. Click the arrow next to "Shared Folders" on the left and then "Shares"...

If you use some keys very often, but these are not convenient for you on the keyboard, you can change individual key commands. We present the free tool "SharpKeys" for you and show you how this works. Change keyboard layout under Windows with SharpKeys You can download SharpKeys from CHIP for free...

If you do not want to be constantly disturbed by the notifications under Windows 10, you can set rest periods - more precisely: activate the rest period. Activate rest periods in Windows 10 The idle time is not about turning off the computer, but about disabling Windows notifications. Updates, mails, appointments and messages from other programs are collected in the info center and always reported with sound...

Changing the language in Windows 8 works the same way as in Windows 7 and Vista. We'll show you how it's done. Change language in Windows 8 Move the mouse over the upper or lower right corner of the screen so that the Charm Bar opens. Click on "Settings" below and then on "Control Panel" above...

Under Windows 8 there are unfortunately no official or really new Easter Eggs. Nevertheless, the developers have built a few hidden functions in Windows 8. We'll show you. GodMode - Hidden Feature in Windows 8 This hidden function was introduced in Windows 7, but can also be used in Windows 8. The GodMode is actually known from games and gives the player all possible powers...

After a period of time, each hard drive is filled with unnecessary files. This practical tip shows you how to delete unnecessary duplicate files under Windows. Delete duplicate files in Windows with Anti-Twin Download the free "Anti-Twin Portable" program and open the file. The program starts automatically, no installation is required...

The process "igfxtray.exe" is always found in the Task Manager. But what is that exactly? We will explain it to you. The Intel driver igfxtray.exe The igfxtray.exe file is not a Windows program. It is part of the Intel graphics driver that runs when the system starts. This enables the Intel driver to start the graphics configuration and diagnostics application...

If you want to take a screenshot in Windows 10, the right key combination or a tool will help you. In this practical tip we show you all the variants. Take a screenshot on Windows - how it works You can take a screenshot easily and quickly in Windows 10. We'll show you the fastest way. Press the [Windows] and [Print] keys on your keyboard...

If you want to speed up the start of Windows 10, you can remove and deactivate programs in Autostart. It is also possible to add new programs to the autostart. We show you how both processes work. Remove startup programs on Windows 10 Note: Only deactivate processes of programs that you have installed yourself and that you know are not required...

If you want to make Windows 10 more individual, you can activate the new dark theme. We'll show you how to do it step by step. Update: Activate Dark Theme in Windows 10 You can activate the dark mode with just a few clicks. This not only darkens the "Settings" app but also the Explorer...

With the spread of Windows, the use of the good old DOS commands has almost been forgotten. Calling programs, copying files and making settings - all this was already possible with DOS. In this practical tip we will show you the most important DOS commands. Command Prompt - Call and Use However, the use of DOS commands under Windows is still used even in times of colored windows and animated programs...

When you browse through the list of installed programs on your computer, you often come across a service called "Bonjour". But hardly anyone really knows what the service does and how to delete it properly. We clarify it. Bonjour from Apple: what is it actually? Bonjour is installed via Apple products such as QuickTime, but mostly via iTunes...

If you find the software "TAP-Windows" on your computer, you should not remove the program in most cases. We show you what is behind TAP and what you need it for. TAP-Windows: What does the software do? TAP is a virtual driver. This virtual driver simulates an Ethernet adapter. This simulates a second LAN connection for your computer, which in reality does not exist...

If you want to go into safe mode under Windows using the F8 key, this does not work so easily under some versions of Windows. We'll show you how to get into safe mode anyway. Safe mode: How to start it without F8 Under Windows XP, Vista and 7, it was sufficient to press the [F8] key during startup...

If you receive a Cortana error message saying "Cortana is disabled by company policy, " you won't be able to run the search service. In this practical tip, we will tell you what you can do in this case. Windows 10: Cortana is disabled by company policy - what to do? If you receive this error message in Cortana on Windows 10, there is unfortunately only one radical option: Open the start menu and click on "Settings"...

If you are denied access to the drive under Windows, this can have several reasons. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Drive access denied If you cannot access a hard disk, continue reading in the practical tip "Windows: Access to hard disk denied". The following steps are about DVD / CD or BluRay drives...

If you find the "Skypehost.exe" process in Task Manager, you can remove the file at any time. We'll show you how to do it step by step. Windows 10: Remove Skypehost.exe Skypehost.exe is not part of Skype, nor is it a virus. The application is part of the Microsoft "Messages + Skype" app and can slow down the system...

Under Windows 8 it may happen that some tiles can no longer be opened. We'll show you how to fix the problem in this guide. Windows 8 tiles no longer open If some tiles can no longer be opened under Windows 8, this can have various causes. For example, the problem may be due to incompatible software and drivers...

In this practical tip, we explain how to install an audio device. Normally, newly connected audio devices install themselves under Windows. If this does not work, you can also install the device manually. Install audio device: Add new device To add a new device, do the following: Open the "Control Panel" and click on "Hardware and Sound"...

When data is lost, it is often annoying. Rescue tools can save your data, but there are a few points to keep in mind. The best tips for saving data can be found in this article. Saving data - you should keep these tips in mind There are many tools that pretend to be "saviors in need", but not all of them are serious...

You can join a created homegroup in just a few steps. We give you instructions for Windows 8. How to join a home network group in Windows 8 Move the mouse into the right corner of the screen to display the Charm Bar. Choose Settings> Control Panel. Type "homegroup" in the search bar and click "homegroup"...

Basically, you can control 16 EiB (converted approx. 18, 400, 000 terabytes) of working memory with a Windows 7 64-bit system. Since this amount is firstly unnecessary for home use and secondly cannot be addressed by current hardware, the maximum working memory in the operating system is limited. Maximum RAM in Windows versions Microsoft has opted for a tiered system in all cases of its operating systems...

If Windows 7 shows an unknown PCI communication controller, you should install it in some cases. We show you how this works in this guide. PCI communication controller - what is it? The PCI communication controller can be responsible for various devices. He usually controls a network card, a modem or a Bluetooth module...

In this practical tip, we show you what "Backup and restore" is good for under Windows. You can back up your files and create backups using the tools included in Backup and Restore. It doesn't matter whether you want to back up private files or Windows system images. Backup and restore: what is it actually...

In this practical tip, we explain what the igfxEM.exe process is and you need it on your computer. igfxEM.exe - a process from Intel The igfxEM.exe file is a process from Intel, more precisely it is part of the "Intel (R) Common User Interface". This allows you to conveniently adjust the performance of your Intel hardware...

If you want to read details about failed updates, you need the Windows 8 update history. How you can view the list is explained in this practical tip. Windows 8: Show update history via "System" Switch to app view by clicking the Windows Start icon in Windows 8.1 or by moving to the left corner of your screen in Windows 8...

Make your Windows 8 more beautiful by installing new themes or visual styles. We will show you how to do this here. Bypass theme lock Windows 8 has a lock that prevents you from integrating themes by default. However, you can work around this lock with a program. Download the UltraUXThemePatcher and install it...

You can add several mail accounts to the Windows 8 mail app and thus see the private Gmail account and a business mail account in parallel from the start screen. This guide shows you how to set up a new mail account. Add mail account in Windows 8 Open the Mail app under Windows 8 and open the settings with the key combination [Windows] key + [I]...

If you set up a Windows PowerShell Web Access, you can even execute commands as admins from the browser and via the smartphone. In this practical tip, we show you how this works. Setting up PowerShell Web Access: preliminary work To set up a PowerShell Web Access on a web server, the .NET Framework 4...

You can easily shutdown Windows 8 using a tile. In this guide, we show you how to create such a tile. Create shutdown tile in Windows 8 In the start menu, press the key combination [Windows key] + [D] to get to the desktop. Right-click on a vacant space and select the "Link" item under "New"...

If you activate the guest account in Windows 8, you can easily allow other people to access your computer. Our practical tips guide explains how to do this. Activate guest account in Windows 8 The guest account does not require a password and has access to all programs. However, no changes to the PC can be made there...

If you want to uninstall apps under Windows 8.1, only a few steps are necessary. With just a few clicks in the start menu, you can disconnect yourself from pre-installed applications and keep your system clean. How to delete apps on Windows 8.1 Basically, you have to consider the difference between apps and normal Windows programs...

Attentive Windows users will have noticed it in Task Manager: the kernel32.dll file. But what exactly is this file? We solve the riddle. kernel32.dll - virus or not? The file kernel32.dll was introduced with Windows 95 and exists in all subsequent Windows versions. The file has been part of the system since Windows XP, but is no longer required...

If the NTFS check constantly appears when you start your computer and thus delays the boot process, you can switch off the check. Here we explain how to get your system back on its feet. Defragment the hard drives to turn off the NTFS check The problem arises when the computer does not shut down properly and Windows sets a "dirty bit" on the hard drive to show the system that the partition may be at risk...

You can create, change and delete a signature in the Windows 10 Mail app. Here we show you exactly how to do this. Windows 10: Create signature in the Mail app Open the Mail app in Windows 10 and select "Settings" in the lower left corner. Decide here for the category "Signature", as well as for the desired mail account...

You can restore overwritten files in Windows 7 using on-board tools and thus save important content. We'll show you step by step. Recover overwritten files on Windows 7 For example, if you edited a Word file and then accidentally saved it with "Save" instead of "Save As", you overwritten the original file...

Microsoft regularly releases service packs for its programs. Now there is also a Service Pack 2 for Windows 7. We show what it is and where you can get the update package. Update: Service Pack 2 for Windows 7 Surprisingly, Microsoft has now released Service Pack 2 for Windows 7. However, the update package is not called "Service Pack 2"...

This practical tip shows you how to delete the XPS printer in Windows. Remove XPS printer in Windows With XPS, Microsoft wanted to offer the creators of PDF Paroli. The XPS function is now almost useless. How to deactivate the XPS function including the XPS printer: Click the "Start" or "Windows" button and enter "Activate or deactivate Windows functions" in the search field...

If you want to convert FLV files into the handy MP4 format, you will find the instructions in this article. Convert FLV file to MP4 with Free FLV Converter How to convert FLV to MP4: Download the free "Free FLV Converter" from our download area. Start the tool and open an open an FLV file. Now you only have to select MP4 as the output format from the list...

This practical tip shows you how to deactivate your webcam in Windows. Deactivate webcam in Device Manager Click "Start" or the "Windows icon" and enter "Device Manager" in the search field. Click on the entry. In the "Device Manager" window, look for the entry "Image processing devices"...

With Windows Phone, words from autocorrection are often improved. We'll tell you how to turn auto-correction off. Turn off auto-correction on the Windows Phone - how it works If you are annoyed by the autocorrection, you can deactivate the help tool with just a few clicks. To do this, open the settings and select the "Keyboard" menu item...

If you call a Microsoft employee because your PC is about to be locked, you should pay attention. Because usually your PC is not locked at all and it is ice-cold fraud. Microsoft call: PC is locked The trick is always the same: a supposed Microsoft support employee answers and says that your computer is infected with viruses and part of a botnet...

If you want to take a screenshot with Windows, you can take just a section instead of the entire screen. In this guide, we show you how to take a screenshot. Take a specific image section using a screenshot The easiest way to take a specific image section as a screenshot is with the snipping tool , which is preinstalled under Windows...

Programs that intervene more deeply in the system must always be run as an administrator even under Windows 8. In this practical tip, we will show you how to set Windows so that you always run programs as an administrator, without having to right-click each time. Always run programs from the Metro interface as an administrator Right-click on the homepage, in the search or in the app overview on the program that you always want to run as admin...

If programs do not run as desired or cannot be opened at all, you can start them in compatibility mode. We'll show you how it works. Run Windows programs in compatibility mode Right-click the EXE file that you normally use to start the program. Select the "Properties" at the bottom of the context menu...

In Windows 10, you can activate the picture in picture mode in the Netflix app. We'll show you how to watch Netflix while doing other things. Instructions: Activate picture in picture mode for Netflix Open the Windows 10 Start menu and enter "Netflix" there. If you haven't downloaded the Netflix app yet, you can do so now...

To change the file location of the iTunes music, you only have to make a few clicks in the settings. We will show you exactly how to do this. Change location: move the iTunes Media folder Start iTunes and click on the menu button at the top left. Select the "Settings" here. The "Settings" will open in a new window: Go to the "Advanced" tab in the top right corner and click the "Change" button next to "iTunes Media location"...

If you want to call up the Task Manager with a key combination, you have two options. We introduce you to both. Open Windows Task Manager using a key combination The quickest way is to call it directly using the shortcut "Ctrl" + "Shift" + "Esc". You will find all these three keys on the far left of your keyboard...

If the letters "X" and "Y" and the special characters on your keyboard are interchanged, you must change them from English to German. In this article we will tell you where you can find the necessary settings and which shortcut is particularly quick. Windows: Change keyboard from English to German If you click on the character shortcut "EN" in the bottom left of the button bar, the language settings of the keyboard open...

If your taskbar is suddenly gone, many work steps are only possible via detours. The disappearance of the toolbar can have several causes. We'll show you how to show them again. Taskbar gone - first aid Hidden: If you have only hidden your taskbar, move the mouse to the top, bottom, left and right edge so that the bar reappears...

Windows 10 is considered the operating system that collects the most user data. If you set data protection correctly, you can still protect your privacy. Windows 10: Adjust data protection during installation If you install Windows 10 or update to the new operating system, the system will suggest the "Express settings"...

You can also start Windows 10 without entering your login information. Here we show you how to configure the registration accordingly. How to start Windows 10 without login Usually you will be asked for your user account password when Windows 10 starts. If you are the only one who uses the computer, you can also deactivate this security query and thus speed up the login...

Finding the AppData folder and deleting or moving files in it may be necessary if you need to repair faulty files or free up space. However, there are a number of things to consider, since just one wrong step can lead to serious program damage. In this practical tip, we explain what to look out for and how you should proceed...

If you want to completely delete the data on your hard drive under Windows 10, you have to format the hard drive. We will show you the individual steps in this guide. Format hard drive in Windows 10 If you format your hard drive, your data will be irrevocably deleted. You should therefore save important data on another hard drive or USB stick beforehand...

If space on one partition becomes scarce, you can merge it with a second partition to increase capacity. This practical tip shows you how this works with Windows' own on-board equipment. Merge partitions under Windows (quick guide) Important: When merging two partitions, the data from the partition that you want to resolve will be lost...

Windows 10 has a night mode, which should protect your eyes especially in the evening. This guide explains how to activate and deactivate night mode. Activate night mode in Windows 10: Quick guide You can activate or deactivate night mode in Windows 10 at any time via the Info Center. Open the Info Center in the task bar...

If you have to call up the BIOS because of problems with your system, you will quickly notice that this is not always that easy. The time window is very small and the number of possible buttons is very large. We'll tell you how to get into the BIOS. How do I call the BIOS? To open the BIOS, a certain key must be pressed when the computer starts...

Sometimes it can happen that the Windows 10 start menu no longer works. In such a case, there are several ways to solve the problem. We have summarized several options for you. Start menu in Windows 10 does not work: restart Windows In many cases it is sufficient to restart Windows once. To do this, switch to the desktop and press the key combination [ALT] + [F4]...

If you replace your old computer with Windows 10 with a new device, it is advisable to transfer the Windows license. This practical tip will tell you whether this works for you and what you should consider. Transfer Windows 10 license: Requirements Unfortunately, you cannot transfer every license from Windows 10 to another computer...

Moving the "My Documents" folder under Windows 10 is done relatively quickly and in many cases also makes sense. The folder contains numerous subfolders with often very voluminous files and therefore takes up a lot of space. However, this is not the only reason why you should move the "My Documents" to a different location if necessary...

If there are problems with Windows 10 or you want to make deeper settings, the BIOS (or UEFI) can be started in different ways. We'll show you how it's done here. Windows 10: How to open the BIOS (UEFI) via the settings Newer computers with Windows 10 no longer have a BIOS, but rather the so-called UEFI...

On Windows 10, you won't find the performance index. We'll show you where it went and how you can calculate it with just a few clicks. Windows 10 performance index: where did it go and how do i calculate it? The performance index has not been visible since Windows 8.1. However, it has not disappeared...

You can easily change the password in Windows 10 with just a few clicks. We'll show you how to do it step by step. Windows 10: Change login password A lot has changed with Windows 10. The administration of the password for the login is now in a different place. Step 1: Open the start menu at the bottom right and click on the gear icon...

If you want to take a screenshot in Windows 10, the right key combination or a tool will help you. In this practical tip we show you all the variants. Take a screenshot on Windows - how it works You can take a screenshot easily and quickly in Windows 10. We'll show you the fastest way. Press the [Windows] and [Print] keys on your keyboard...

Use tools to create a crossword puzzle for your homepage or friends. You can find out which programs and websites are best suited for this in this article. XWords Generator: Use this tool to create your own crossword puzzle You can create a crossword puzzle online with the XWords generator: Operation: Operating the generator is child's play...

You do not need an additional program to take a screenshot under Windows 7. You can also take a screenshot using keyboard shortcuts. We'll tell you how to photograph parts of the screen or the whole picture. Windows 7: Take and edit screenshot At the top right of your keyboard you will find the [Print] key...

In Windows, some program settings and temporary files are stored in the hidden AppData folder. So that you can view them, you must first make the AppData folder visible. Windows 10: Show AppData (quick guide) In Windows 10, you have three options to display the AppData folder. First, find our quick guide or take a look below at our step-by-step guide - there we will show you how to find the folder...