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Shan Abdul-Senior Writer for Windows, and Security

Shan Abdul

Senior Writer for Windows, and Security

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About Shan Abdul

Shan Abdul is a Senior Writer at MUO and HTG. Having used Windows for over a decade, he's accumulated plenty of experience with the OS. He's been writing on a variety of Windows topics for over five years, incorporating his expertise to teach readers how to get the most out of their Windows devices and resolve issues with the operating system. 

He has been writing professionally since 2016. He joined MUO in 2021, and his work has been viewed over 20 million times since then. Outside of writing, he spends his time exploring the cryptocurrency market and gaining insights into general trading.

Latest Articles

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7 Lightweight Windows Browsers Tested for RAM Usage: Which Is the Best?

Opt for a lightweight browser to enhance performance on low-end computers.

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How to Recover Accidentally Deleted Favorites and Bookmarks in Microsoft Edge

We've all had those frustrating moments when you accidentally bin your bookmarks, but thankfully, they're easy to retrieve.

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How to Avoid Tolls and Highways Using Google Maps

Who wants to pay more when you head out on a trip?

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5 Free Notion Budget Templates to Track Your Expenses and Savings

Struggling to manage your finances? Check out these Notion budget templates to help you stay on track.

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How to Check Who’s Connected to Your Android Hotspot

Find that one person who's using up your Android phone's cellular data.

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How to Spot a ChatGPT Phishing Site—and What to Do if You Spot One

Phishing sites are everywhere, and learning how to spot them is crucial to staying safe online.

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How to Fix Downloads Getting Stuck at 100 Percent in Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Other Browsers

There is nothing worse than seeing your download hit 100 percent and then sitting there doing absolutely nothing.

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Can’t Connect to a VPN on Your iPhone? 7 Ways to Fix It

Having trouble establishing a connection to a VPN server from your iPhone? Here's what you can do.

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How to Make Your Display Name and Avatar on Discord Invisible for More Privacy

You can use specific tricks that let you create a blank display name and avatar on Discord.

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What Is the Norton Subscription Renewal Email Scam? How to Avoid It

Have you received an email supposedly from Norton telling you that your subscription is about to renew? It might be a scam.

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How to Disable and Restrict Xbox Game Bar Background Activity in Windows 10 and 11

If you find that Xbox Game Bar is causing issues with your gaming experience, we've got a few methods that could help.

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What Is the “I Sent You an Email From Your Account” Blackmail Scam? How to Avoid It

Has someone claimed to be emailing you from your own account? It may be a scam.

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How to Use Word Effects in Facebook Messenger

Messenger can trigger some cool animations when you enter certain phrases. Here's how you can use them and even add your own effects.

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How to Stop Your Emails From Going to Spam in Gmail

Discover effective remedies to ensure important messages reach your inbox.

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How to Open a Word Document in Google Docs

Word and Google Docs are two of the most popular word processors about. Here's how to open a Word document in Google Docs.

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How to Change the Date Created, Date Modified, and Other File Attributes on Windows

Tweak the date and other metadata of your Windows files with this guide.

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WhatsApp Not Showing Contact Names? How to Fix It

If WhatsApp is only showing phone numbers and not contact names, here are some fixes you can try.

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How to Unfollow Facebook Pages You’re No Longer Interested In

Here are the different ways you can unfollow a Facebook page using the website or mobile app.

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How to Stop Annoying Reddit Notifications

If Reddit is sending you too many notifications, you can put an end to it with these tweaks.

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How to Monetize Your Discord Server

There are a few ways you can make money on your Discord server that are relatively simple to set up.

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