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Russ Ware

About Russ Ware

Russ has been writing about technology for more than 15 years. He specializes in creating guides that help users get more from their software and devices, but enjoys writing about almost anything. When not working on his next article, he can be found building websites, trying to learn Danish, or relaxing with a true crime book.

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What Are Twitch Drops, and How Do You Earn Them?

Twitch Drops are the perfect way to get exclusive perks on your favorite games by watching your favorite streamers.

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How to Use the DiskUsage Command to Analyze Drive Space on Windows

Get a report on your drive space using the DiskUsage command on Windows.

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How to Control a Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 or 5 With Hand Gestures

You can answer calls, launch apps, and more on your Samsung Galaxy Watch all with a simple shake of the wrist.

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How to Update or Rollback the WSL Kernel on Windows 11

Adjust the WSL kernel in a flash with these tips for Windows 11.

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How to Completely Uninstall WSL on Windows 10 & 11

Tired of WSL? Found an alternative? Get rid of it with this guide.

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How to Use Amazon Alexa’s Multilingual Mode to Switch Between Languages

Learn how to enable two languages simultaneously on your Amazon Echo.

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How to Manage Your Twitch Subscriptions

Supporting your favorite creators feels great, but it can be expensive. Fortunately, Twitch makes it easy to manage your subscriptions.

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What Are Twitch Gift Subscriptions? How to Use Them

Gifting a subscription is a great way to support your favorite creators. Here's everything you need to know about gift subscriptions on Twitch.

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How to Update Your UEFI BIOS in Windows

If you care for continued stability, you should periodically check whether an update is available. We show you how to safely update your UEFI BIOS.

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How to View the Developer Options on Your Amazon Fire TV

We'll explain what the developer options are and how you can access them on the Amazon streaming device.

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8 Clever Uses for the Touch Bezel on Your Galaxy Watch

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 and newer have a digital bezel that is a lot more useful than you might have realized. Here's how to get the most from it.

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Why the Power Button Isn't Starting Your PC (& How to Fix It)

There's nothing more frustrating than a PC that fails to switch on. Thankfully, there are some easy fixes.

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How to Set Up Voicemail on a Samsung Phone

Want to know how to set up voicemail on your Samsung Galaxy device, or what to do if your voicemail is not working? We've got all the answers.

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Is ALCMTR.EXE a Malicious Process?

Do you see this app running on your Task Manager?

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GPS Isn't Working on Your Android Smartwatch? Here Are 6 Ways to Fix It

If the GPS has stopped working on your Samsung Galaxy Watch or other Wear OS smartwatch, try these fixes to get it going again.

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How to Activate Windows 11 With a Windows 7 Key

Bring your Windows 7 key into the modern era by using it to activate Windows 11.

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How to Take Screenshots on Your Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 or 5

Can't figure out how to grab a screenshot on your Galaxy Watch? Here's the quick way to do it.

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Did Upgrading to Windows 11 Break the Windows Subsystem for Linux? Try These Fixes

If WSL seems to have stopped working after making the jump to Windows 11, check out this guide to get it fixed again.

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How to Use Samsung's Camera Assistant App to Shoot Better Photos on Galaxy Devices

If you want more control over the camera on your Samsung Galaxy phone, you need to install the Camera Assistant app.

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How to Stop Microsoft Edge Running So Many Processes on Windows

If you've looked at the Task Manager while Edge is open, you'll see that it creates a ton of processes. Here's why.

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