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Windows 10 Won't Boot? 13 Fixes to Get Your PC Running Again

Use these helpful tips and fixes to restore your PC and get it to start up again.

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Can a BIOS Be Corrupted? 3 Ways Your BIOS Can Be Corrupted

Your BIOS is vital to your computer's operation but, unfortunately, isn't impervious to corruption.

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How to Enter the BIOS on Windows 10 & 11 (And Older Versions)

To get into the BIOS, you usually press a specific key at the right time. Learn how to enter the BIOS on Windows 10 and 11.

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MBR vs. GPT: Which Should You Use for Your SSD?

How does MBR compare to GPT? Learn which type of SSD is best for you. Here's everything you need to know about MBR vs. GPT SSDs.

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How to Fix a Windows PC Always Booting Into BIOS

Accessing your PC's BIOS can be handy, but you don't need to access it every boot. Here's how to stop your PC from doing the same.

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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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The 8 Best Ways to Fix the "Windows Operating System Not Found" Error

The "Windows operating system not found" error message is terrifying, but your data is still there. Learn how to fix this unusual problem!

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How to Fix a Grayed-Out Secure Boot in the BIOS on Windows

Secure Boot is a Windows 11 requirement, but sometimes your BIOS won't let you enable it.

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How to Fix a Grayed-Out Legacy Boot Option in the BIOS on Windows

Can't enable Legacy Boot on a Windows system? Don't fret; it's an easy fix.

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5 Ways to Fix Missing UEFI Firmware Settings in Windows 10

If you enter your BIOS and find missing settings, here's how you get them back.

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3 BIOS Settings That Could Stop Your PC Games From Stuttering

Is your PC stuttering? Entering the BIOS and tweaking these settings could be the solution.

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3 Reasons Why You Should Update Your PC's BIOS

It might be annoying, but you should really update your PC's BIOS.

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3 Ways You Can Secure Your PC's UEFI/BIOS

Your PC's hard drive contains a lot of sensitive information. Here are a few ways you can protect it by securing your BIOS.

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Can Flashing the BIOS Make Your PC Safer?

Flashing, i.e. updating or upgrading your BIOS, can be a tricky thing to do. So is it worth it to make your device more secure?

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Is Your Windows 10 or 11 Time Wrong? Here's How to Fix the Windows Clock

When your Windows time is wrong or keeps changing, here's what you can do to get your computer clock set correctly.

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How to Convert Legacy BIOS to UEFI in Windows 10 and 11

Time for an upgrade? Here's how to convert a Legacy BIOS into UEFI in Windows 10 or 11.

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What Is the Motherboard BIOS Quick Flash Button and How Does It Work?

Have you noticed a strange button on the back of your PC? It could be a BIOS Quick Flash Button. Here's what it does.

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What Is a Firmware Update and Why Does Your Device Need One?

Almost every bit of hardware has firmware, but what is it and why might you need to update it?

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What Is POST (Power-on Self Test)?

Your computer POSTs every time you use it, but what is the POST and why is it important?

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Is a Computer's BIOS Considered Software, Hardware, or Firmware?

Your computer has a BIOS that helps it to boot and run, but is it part of the hardware or a type of software?

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