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The Shake Feature on Windows OS

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This handy feature is called Aero Shake.

If your display is cluttered with windows, remove the clutter by grasping the top of the window you want and “shaking” it on the screen to collapse all the others. You may use Aero Shake to reduce other windows on your PC by shaking the one you want to fixate on. Here’s how to turn it on, since by default, Aero Shake is turned off:

  1. Open Settings, and click on System.
  2. Click on Multitasking on the left.
  3. Turn On or Off Title bar window shake for what you want.

Just FYI: When you use Aero Shake to reduce all unnecessary windows, you lose access to the other windows. They will reappear on your screen after you utilize Aero Shake to bring them back into view. Want to bring them back? Shake it again, and the windows will return.

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Uninstalling Programs Will Help Your PC

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Unnecessary software applications may and can cause your machine to slow down over the years. If you have apps on your computer that you seldom use, you should consider removing them.

Apps take up memory space, and can stop a PC from performing at its best. They cause the computer’s CPU to work even harder than intended, as well. Uninstalling programs will not only declutter your operating system, it will enhance its performance.

To uninstall programs, follow the directions below:
  • Go to Start Menu
  • Type in Control Panel
  • Find Programs
  • Under Programs and features, click on Uninstall a program

If you prefer, you can also go to the Start Menu and go to Settings, then Apps, and afterwards Apps & features. This list will show you all of the applications, every program installed on your PC here. Browse down the list until you find the software you want to uninstall, then select it and click Uninstall.

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Windows 10 Expiration Scams Are a Thing

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You may have received a warning pop-up.

Microsoft’s Windows 10 is one of cyber hackers’ favorite OS to imitate. With a large number of users, the chance of someone falling for one of their scams is quite high. Many of the viruses look legit, as hackers tend to use brand logos.

Recently, some Windows 10 users have received pop-ups on their computers. These raise warnings, stating that their Windows 10 license is expiring and that they should address the issue by calling a toll-free number.

What should you do?

First off, Windows 10 licenses that are normally pre-loaded onto the computer itself, never expire. Second, Windows wouldn’t share a toll-free number for you to call to buy a new license. Third, check the spelling. Always check the spelling. The majority of scams or viruses include a variety of spelling errors.

Windows Phone Scams

In addition to this information, Windows phone scams have started to spread to take advantage of users. So if you have a Windows phone, keep an eye out. According to AZCentral:

The scammers are trying leverage the news of Windows 7’s upcoming end of life in January and hope consumers running Windows 10 get confused when they call pretending to be a concerned Microsoft support person offering to help.

The scam is designed to convince you that you need to purchase a license renewal so that your computer won’t stop working. If you get this call, just hang up on them or feel free to have some fun with them and waste their time.

If you have any questions regarding Windows 10, call us at 1-800-620-5285.  Karls Technology is a nationwide computer service company with offices in many major cities. This blog post was brought to you by our staff at the Hollywood Computer Repair Service. If you need computer repair in Hollywood, FL please call our local office at (754) 241-1655.

How To: Boot Windows 10 in Safe Mode

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If you’re needing to troubleshoot Windows to understand the reasoning behind your PC not functioning properly, use Safe Mode. This allows Windows to load when the operating system won’t start up. And it only uses the bare minimum necessities, like uninstalling updates, running system restore, and malware scans.

Here’s how to Boot Windows 10 in Safe Mode:
  1. Hold the Shift button and then press Restart
  2. The blue screen will show up, then go to Troubleshoot > Advanced Options > Startup Settings > Restart > Press #4 from the list
  3. The computer will restart and you’ll be in Safe Mode
If you have Windows 8 or earlier, try these steps:
  • Windows 7 and earlier: Press the F8 key while the computer is booting (after the initial BIOS screen, but before the Windows loading screen), and then select Safe Mode in the menu that appears.
  • Windows 8: Hold Shift while clicking Restart on the Power menu on either the login screen or through the Charms bar menu to begin the process.

When you get into safe mode, you’ll have the ability to run any troubleshooting tasks available to get the job done.

For help with Safe Mode on Windows 10, call us at 1-800-620-5285.  Karls Technology is a nationwide computer service company with offices in many major cities. This blog post was brought to you from our staff at the Frisco Computer Repair Service. If you need computer repair in Frisco, TX please call or text the local office at (469) 299-9005.

Recovering Deleted Items on PCs

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If you accidentally empty the Recycle Bin on your computer, only to realize that there was something in there you actually needed, we can help. If you are using Windows Backup, there are steps you can take to recover the deleted item(s).

  1. Click on the Start button
  2. Select Computer
  3. Go to the folder that previously contained the file or folder
  4. Right-click it and select Restore previous versions.

If the folder was located on the top level of a drive, (ex. C:\) right-click on the drive, scroll down and then click on Restore previous versions.

Using File History as Back Up

Windows explains that you can,”use File History to back up to an external drive or network location.”

  1. Click Start​ button 
  2. Go to Settings  
  3. Then Update & Security 
  4.  Backup 
  5. Add a drive 
  6. Choose an external drive or network location for backups

And if you had created a backup on Windows 7, you’ll still be able to recover lost, damaged or deleted files on Windows 10, and Backup will show the “Go to Backup and Restore (Windows 7)” link you can click on to give you further instruction.

A safe place you can back up your files on Windows is OneDrive. You can get 5 MB for free, and 50 MB for $1.99 right now. However, in the coming months, you’ll be able to double that 50 and get 100 MB for $1.99. And Windows introduced Personal Vault feature, which includes additional protection your more important files and information on your personal account. Definitely recommended.

For help with restoring files on your PC, call us at 1-800-620-5285.  Karls Technology is a nationwide computer service company with offices in many major cities. This blog post was brought to you from our staff at the Denver Computer Repair Service. If you need computer repair in Denver, CO please call or text the local office at (720) 441-6460.

Why Update Windows 10?

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It seems there has to be an obvious explanation as to why users should update to Windows 10. But it’s quite the complexity.

People think maybe it’s just to get the best features and to modernize the tech world. And while it is that, there’s much more to it.

Just recently, a water treatment facility came under a cyber attack. Komando.com states on its blog, “a cybercriminal attacked a Florida city’s online system. They remotely manipulated the chemical levels, skyrocketing the amount of lye that slipped into the drinking water.”

Unfortunately, the facility’s online system ran Windows 7. The downside of Windows 7 is the lack of support offered when Microsoft shut it down back in January 2020.

This means the security vulnerabilities are higher than ever. When updating to Windows 10, the risks are small because Microsoft sends out security updates on a regular basis. You can go to the Microsoft website to purchase Windows 10. Purchasing a new computer with Windows 10 works as well.

For inquiries about Windows 10, call us at 1-800-620-5285.  Karls Technology is a nationwide computer service company with offices in many major cities. This blog post was brought to you from our staff at the Denver Computer Repair Service. If you need computer repair in Denver, CO please call or text the local office at (720) 441-6460.

System Restore on Windows 10

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Too often, PC’s software falter or crash. Windows 10 offers solutions to remedy that problem.

On their Microsoft Support page, they constructed a list for both Windows 10 and Windows 8.1. Windows 11’s list will not show up until after its release.

If your computer is having any of the following issues, Microsoft Support can guide you through a remedy:

  • PC isn’t starting up properly
  • Installed an update, and PC is not working right
  • Installed an app, and PC is crashing
  • Uninstall update
source: Microsoft

Tom’s Guide shares, “If your PC won’t boot properly to allow you to run System Restore, or crashes almost immediately, you can run the tool from Windows 10’s “Advanced startup options.””

To get to this setting, simply restart your PC and hold down the Shift button and F11 button. The blue screen will pop up for you to troubleshoot the issue.

If you are having issues with your PC, please give us a call at 1-800-620-5285.  Karls Technology is a nationwide computer service company with offices in many major cities.  This blog post is brought to you from our staff at the Plano Computer Repair Service. If you need computer repair in Plano, TX please call the local office at (469) 299-9005.

Update Your PC Now, Microsoft Warns

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Windows 10 users should make sure their devices are fully updated with the very latest patches from Microsoft. This is extremely important to keep PC’s secure to avoid vulnerabilities.

Just recently, Microsoft verified hackers infiltrated their software. This lead to multiple vulnerabilities with a few critical ones. The software giant is urging their users to update their PC immediately.

Perhaps the most dangerous of all is a threat that is being actively exploited by cyber criminals. Microsoft has confirmed that attackers have managed to find a weakness in something called the “Windows Update Medic.”

This is a relatively new addition to Windows 10 that has been created to run in the background and repair Windows Update components from damage. That means a computer can continue to receive vital updates at all times.

Source: Express UK

For inquiries with computer issues, call us at 1-800-620-5285.  Karls Technology is a nationwide computer service company with offices in many major cities. This blog post was brought to you from our staff at the Frisco Computer Repair Service. If you need computer repair in Frisco, TX please call or text the local office at (469) 299-9005.

What Are Optional Windows Updates?

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And are the optional updates necessary?

To keep the Windows 10 operating system working properly, Microsoft releases automatic updates. These updates include bug fixes, security enhancements, and upgraded features.

Optional updates are found in the System Settings, under Windows Updates. These aren’t automatically implemented into the operating system. This is due to the lack of necessity of keeping the OS running smoothly. 

“If you have a specific problem, one of these drivers might help. Otherwise, automatic updates will keep your drivers up to date.”

While these kinds of updates are voluntary, they do have a purpose. How-To Geek states, ” These fix stability issues and other problems in Windows. Some of these may be optional hardware driver updates. You have the choice of whether or not to install these—it’s up to you.”

Patch Tuesday completes a once-a-month update, arriving on the second Tuesday. These patches pertain to a large amount of bug fixes all rolled into one “cumulative” update.

So do you have to download and install these optional updates? No. However, if you are experiencing computer issues, it wouldn’t hurt to check out the list of options available.

For inquiries with Windows 10 updates, call us at 1-800-620-5285.  Karls Technology is a nationwide computer service company with offices in many major cities. This blog post was brought to you from our staff at the Frisco Computer Repair Service. If you need computer repair in Frisco, TX please call or text the local office at (469) 299-9005.

Uninstalling Updates

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Microsoft has provided a number of troublesome updates to its users since the COVID-19 pandemic started. For example one update of May 2020 (Windows 10 KB4556799) caused a slew of issues, including the Blue Screen of Death and the reversion of settings to normal. 

It’s difficult to say how many users were affected by this issue last year. If you have dealt with similar problems, the only thing you can do is uninstall the program. Here’s how to do that:

  1. Go to Start Menu
  2. Settings
  3. Update & Security
  4. Under Check for updates, click on View update history
  5. Click on Uninstall updates

This will open a window with all of the changes listed in chronological order, with the most recent at the top. Then, right-click on the update that needs to be uninstalled and select uninstall.

If you need to uninstall specific KB (Knowledge Base) number updates, using the Search Installed Updates box in the top right corner of the control panel window is a simple and easy way to do so.

For inquiries, call us at 1-800-620-5285.  Karls Technology is a nationwide computer service company with offices in many major cities. This blog post was brought to you from our staff at the Frisco Computer Repair Service. If you need computer repair in Frisco, TX please call or text the local office at (469) 299-9005.