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Simon Batt

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About Simon Batt

Simon is a Computer Science BSc graduate who has been writing about technology since 2014, and using Windows machines since 3.1. After working for an indie game studio and acting as the family's go-to technician for all computer issues, he found his passion for writing and decided to use his skill set to write about all things tech.

Latest Articles

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What Is Xbox Cloud Gaming and How Does It Work?

Did you know you can play Xbox games on your mobile phone? Here's how it works.

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Is Windows Defender All the Antivirus Protection You Need?

Do you really need to download extra antivirus software if you have Windows Defender installed?

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iOS
Scammers Are Bombing Apple Devices With Two-Factor Password Resets: Here's How to Avoid It

Do you get waves of two-factor authentication requests? Don't panic or give in; it's exactly what the scammer wants.

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Windows 10 vs Windows 11: All the Major Changes

Windows 11 revolutionizes a few aspects of Windows 10, so be sure to read up on the differences so the update doesn't catch you off-guard.

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Windows 11 22H2 Gets Another Year of Optional Updates: What This Means for You

You've got a little longer on this version, but don't get too comfortable.

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Nvidia Says AI Will Kill Coding, but Here Are 5 Reasons It's Wrong

AI-generated code is a handy asset for programmers, but it's by no means a replacement.

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VoltSchemer Attacks Can Melt Your Phone, but How Likely Is It?

A VoltSchemer attack can turn your phone into a fire hazard, but should you worry?

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How to Enable Two-Finger Scroll on Windows Laptops

Is two-finger scrolling not working in Windows 10? Learn how to enable it (or fix it) with these troubleshooting steps.

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How Scammers Are Using Your Face to Commit Fraud

The Gold Pickaxe malware is making the rounds, and its main goal is stealing a photo of your face.

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What Is a Proxy Server?

Heard the term "proxy server" but have no idea what it means? Here's how a proxy can help beat region blocking and more.

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What Does "Meta" Mean in Gaming? And Should You Obey It?

Metas can define games, but what is it, and should you follow it?

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Quishing: How Scanning a Bad QR Code Can Cost You Thousands

Don't scan that QR code just yet.

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Microsoft's Copilot Key: What Does It Mean For Your Windows 11 PC?

A new key is arriving on our keyboards, but what does it do?

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Is Your Computer Glitching? Install This Nvidia Driver Update Now to Fix It

Are your games and videos experiencing small, noticeable stutters? Here's how to fix it.

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Proxy vs. VPN: What's the Difference and Which Should You Use?

Can a proxy protect your online privacy? Better off with a VPN? Not sure what's best? Let's settle the proxy versus VPN debate.

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How to Open and Manage the Clipboard on Windows 10

Learn how the Windows Clipboard meets all your copy-paste needs.

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Why 16GB of RAM Is the New Standard for Windows PCs

Microsoft wants to bump up the baseline for RAM in PCs. But are its claims legitimate, or is it a ploy to sell more hardware?

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Is TikTok's New AI Song Feature Any Good?

TikTok now lets you generate and add AI-generated music to your videos, but is it worth your time?

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How to Restart Steam: 3 Different Ways

If Steam is behaving oddly, a restart should be the first thing you try. Here's how to do that.

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How to Create and Edit a Video With Clipchamp's AI Creator

Don't have time to make a video? Let Clipchamp do the heavy lifting for you with AI.

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