Mac Disk Permissions Explained: How to Repair macOS Permissions
Having disk permission issues on your Mac? Here's how disk permissions work and how to repair permissions in macOS.
How to Delete Your Microsoft Account & Create a Local Windows 10 Login
Have privacy concerns about using a Microsoft Account in the cloud? Here's how to create a local Windows 10 login account instead.
The macOS Guest Account Explained: 3 Reasons to Start Using It
You might think the Guest account on your Mac has no purpose. But that's not true. Here's how to set up your Mac's Guest User and why you should.
The Best Windows 10 Parental Control Tools
Wondering how to make your PC child-friendly? Our Windows 10 parental control tools and advice will help you control kids' computer usage and keep them safe online.
How to Reset Your Lost Windows 10 Password
You forgot your Windows 10 login password? Don't despair! We'll show you how to reset your password and recover your account.
How to Get Admin Rights on Windows
Here's how to get administrator privileges on Windows 10 if your admin account isn't working for some reason.
The Complete Guide to Parental Controls
The world of internet-connected devices can be terrifying for parents. If you have young children, we've got you covered. Here's everything you need to know about setting up and using parental controls.
4 Simple Ways to Reset Your Windows Admin Password
Locked out because you've forgotten your Windows administrator password? Follow these tips to get back in.
5 Tips for Managing Windows User Accounts Like a Pro
Windows user accounts have evolved from isolated local accounts to online accounts with various privacy challenges. We help you sort out your accounts and find the settings that work for you.
Going Private - How To Switch To A Local Account On Windows 8.1
You have a choice! Microsoft didn't make it easy, but in Windows 8.1 it's possible to set up or switch to a regular -- local and offline -- Windows account. And it's easy!
Stop Annoying UAC Prompts - How To Create A User Account Control Whitelist [Windows]
Ever since Vista, we Windows users have been pestered, bugged, annoyed, and tired of the User Account Control (UAC) prompt telling us a program is starting up that we intentionally launched. Sure, it has improved, but not to the extent that we've hoped. It still comes up for good and reputable programs like Geek Uninstaller, Everything, CCleaner, and others. So what do you do?
The MUO Security Checklist: What You Need To Do Right Now To Be Safe
Security can be an overwhelming subject – there are so many potential problems we need to think about when securing our computers, our online accounts, and our wireless networks. This list should help simplify things – follow this checklist and you’ll be well on your way to staying safe on a dangerous Internet. Many security problems are caused by other people, whether it's a company releasing software with dangerous security holes or a website getting hacked.