To encourage everyone to update every month, Microsoft found a way to make update packages smaller to download—and simpler for organizations that manage updates themselves.
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Sick of Windows? How to test-drive Linux
In the first part of this new series, Jack Wallen explains why you might want to use Linux and how to test drive a distribution without making changes to your Windows computer.
How to get more out of your Clipboards in Microsoft Office
When pasting becomes tedious, check out the Clipboard history feature. It saves 25 items, so you can copy from document to document and app to app with less effort.
Give Your Back a Break With Our Favorite Office Chairs
Upgrade your home office and work in style with these comfy seats.
How to avoid 3D formula pitfalls in Excel
3D references let you evaluate data across multiple Microsoft Excel sheets, but be careful when using range referencing because sheet position matters. Learn how to avoid two common pitfalls.
The Growing Galaxy of Adult LEGO Star Wars Fans
Inside my office you’ll find an Imperial probe droid, Rey’s speeder, and Anakin Skywalker’s podracer. And they’re all made out of LEGO bricks. See, I’m an AFOL — short for Adult Fan of LEGO, in community speak. But this is a relatively new development. In recent years, the LEGO Group has been releasing more and […]
How to download a Windows 10 ISO file without using the Media Creation Tool
It is possible to download a Windows 10 ISO file directly from Microsoft without using their tool first, but they don’t make it easy. This how-to shows you the elaborate procedure.
How to use VBA to repurpose a built-in command in Word and Excel
You can automate specific tasks by repurposing Word’s built-in commands. It requires a bit of VBA, but it’s super easy. Here’s how.
From the Pages of Star Wars Insider: An Intrepid Reporter Becomes “The Voice of the Empire” in The Fiction Collection Vol. 2 – Exclusive Excerpt
The Emperor did not just rule through fear. But also through information. In StarWars.com’s exclusive excerpt of “The Voice of the Empire,” an original story written by Mur Lafferty with art by Jason Chan, and featured in the new Star Wars Insider: The Fiction Collection Volume 2, HoloNet News’ ace reporter Calliope Drouth meets with her editor. What […]
How to Troubleshoot Someone Else’s Phone Remotely
A friend or family member needs help with their phone, but you’re not with them—here’s what you need to do.