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How to Add a "Check for Updates" Context Menu Option in Windows 10 and 11

Want to quickly check for Windows updates via the right-click context menu? Just make one simple registry tweak and you're ready to go.

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How to Edit the Windows Registry in the Command Prompt

Did you know you can tweak the Windows Registry with the Command Prompt? Here's how.

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How to Disable or Enable Registry Editor Access in Windows 11

The Registry Editor can do damage if used incorrectly, but you can turn it off if you want.

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How to Perform an In-Place Upgrade in Windows 11
6 Ways to View the Registry File Contents on Windows 11

Are you sure that that registry file is safe? Here's how you can check its contents before installation.

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4 Fixes to Try if Group Policy and Registry Settings Keep Reverting

Are you making changes to Windows Registry and Group Policy Editor, but they keep reverting? Let's fix that.

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How to Configure the DNS Client Service in Windows 11

Tweaking the DNS Client Service on Windows 11 can be tricky, but it is possible.

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What Is the Windows Registry and How Do I Edit It?

If you need to edit the Windows registry, making a few quick changes is easy. Let's learn how to work with the registry.

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How to Fix Broken Registry Items in Windows 11

Get the Windows 11 Registry back in working over with these tips.

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The 17 Best Free Search Tools for Windows 10

Windows Search is only good for basic use. If you search Windows often, you should use a third-party search tool instead.

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How to Unlock Secret Windows 11 Themes With the Registry

From secret Windows themes to hidden customization options, here's how to unlock more Windows 11 goodies with the Registry.

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How to Fix the “Cannot Find Regedit.exe” Error in Windows

The Windows Registry Editor is an important tool, but sometimes the operating system has trouble finding it.

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Android VPN Leak, Raspberry Pi DOS PC, and the Windows Registry Explained

Weekly podcast offering tech news for technophobes and tips and tricks explains how to back-up the Windows Registry.

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How to Back Up and Restore the Windows Registry

Here's how to back up the Windows registry before you make any changes, allowing you to reverse mistakes.

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How to Remove Items From the New Context Menu in Windows 10

Keep things clear and concise by getting rid of the many items in your Windows New context menu that you don’t use.

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What Is Superfetch (SysMain) on Windows 10? And How to Disable It

Is the Service Host: Superfetch (SysMain) causing high disk usage in Windows 10? What is it and can you disable it? What you need to know.

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How to Search the Windows Registry More Effectively

It is difficult to find information in Windows Registry. Here's how you can make searching your registry much faster.

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The 8 Best Registry Hacks for Windows 11 to Improve Your Experience

There are plenty of ways to customize Windows 11 as-is, but the registry lets you take things to the next level.

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How Not to Accidentally Mess Up the Windows Registry

Working with the Windows registry? Take note of these tips, and you'll be much less likely to do lasting damage to your PC.

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How to Enable Automatic Registry Backups in Windows 11

Automatic registry backups are a good idea, so why not make Windows 11 do them for you so you can get on with your day?

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7 Ways to Fix the Windows Registry Editor When It Won’t Respond

The registry is handy for fixing problems, but sometimes it has issues for itself. Here's how to fix an unresponsive registry editor on Windows.

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