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Ten Windows 10 network commands everyone one should know
There are basic Windows 10 network commands, entered from the command prompt, everyone should be able to use for troubleshooting network connection problems.
Crush the Dance Floor With These Colorful Retro Beat Machines
The Polish company Polyend has collaborated with a trio of electronic music artists to infuse its audio creation hardware with blasts of color.
How the FBI Got Into the San Bernardino Shooter’s iPhone
Plus: Russian sanctions, Europe’s SolarWinds fallout, and more of this week’s top security news.
Update to REvil ransomware changes Windows passwords to automate file encryption via Safe Mode
The ransomware changes the device password to “DTrump4ever” and forces the device to log in automatically after being rebooted.
This Coffee Brewer Uses a Vacuum to Make a Delicious Cup
This innovative brewer uses a vacuum pump to filter your coffee, resulting in a cleaner, less bitter cup.
How to make fewer mistakes and work more efficiently using predictive text in Microsoft 365
If you’re a slow or inaccurate typist, consider turning on Windows’ predictive text feature. It will help you reduce spelling and grammar errors.
How to troubleshoot Wi-Fi with the Windows 10 wireless network report
The extensive and detailed Windows 10 wireless network report could be all you need to pinpoint your troublesome Wi-Fi problems and find the right solution to end them.
How to Log In to Your Devices Without Passwords
You can use your face, fingerprint, or a wearable to get access to your gadgets. It saves you some typing—and makes you feel like a spy.
The 17 Best Weekend Deals on Stand Mixers, PC Gear, and More
Springtime is here, and so are some surprisingly good deals on kitchen appliances and computer components.