Jack Slater
435 articles published since October 26, 2015
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About Jack Slater
Jack has been a freelance tech journalist for more than a decade. He has covered Windows Vista, 7, 10, and 11 topics within a multitude of guides for MakeUseOf and numerous other websites.
3 Ways to Block Images From Webpages in Google Chrome
If Chrome runs slowly for you because it takes too long to load up images, here's how to block webpage images in the browser.
How to Customize Your Folders’ Colors in Windows 11
Fancy giving your Windows machine a bit of flare? Here's how to customize your folder colors.
How to Fix the CMUSBDAC.sys Blue Screen of Death in Windows 10
If your PC is getting hit with the CMUSBDAC.sys BSOD, it's likely a driver issue. Here's how to fix it.
How to Customize the Scrollbar in Google Chrome With Custom Scrollbars
If you use Google Chrome as your go-to browser, you might have looked into customization options. So, here's how to customize the browser's scrollbar.
How to Check RAM, GPU, and CPU Usage in Windows 11
If your computer is slow, it's a good idea to double-check what's hogging your resources. But how do you check your hardware usage in Windows 11?
How to Customize the System Tray Clock on Windows
Bored with how your Windows system clock looks? Time to give it a fresh new look with Free Desktop Clock.
6 Ways to Open the Remote Desktop Connection Tool in Windows 11
The Remote Desktop Connection tool is a handy way to use another PC no matter where you are. Here's how to enable it.
How to Add a Shutdown Desktop Shortcut in Windows 11
Save a few clicks by adding a shutdown desktop shortcut for Windows 11.
How to Customize Windows 11's Lock Screen
With a few clicks, you can change Windows 11's lock screen to your heart's content.
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.
How to Schedule Light and Dark Mode Times in Windows 11
The Auto Dark Mode app is a fantastic way to automatically schedule light and dark mode in Windows 11 with minimal effort.
How to Add Software Shortcuts to Windows 11’s Desktop Context Menu
With just a few registry tweaks, you can add shortcuts to Windows 11's desktop context menu and make it a lot easier to boot up your favorite apps.
How to Try Out Windows 11 Without Upgrading
It's possible to take Windows 11 for a spin without disturbing your Windows 10 setup. Here's how with the help of virtualization software.
How to Use the Improved Clipboard Manager in Windows 11
The Windows 11 Clipboard has a new features like symbols, GIFs, and emojis. Learn how to use the enhanced Clipboard Manager here.
How to Customize the Start Menu in Windows 11
Windows 11 has a Start menu that's somewhat different from those of the past. Find out how you can customize that menu to your liking in this guide.