Tag: Windows 11

Top 6 Tips to Enhance Your Windows 11 Experience

This article presents six essential tips for optimizing the Windows 11 experience. Key features include using passkeys for security, utilizing tabs in File Explorer, customizing the Start Menu, exploring new sound modes, learning keyboard shortcuts, and managing desktop clutter with Title Bar Shake. Stay updated as Microsoft refines the operating system.

RAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
April 22, 2025 –5 minutes read time

Overview

With these hand-picked tips and pointers, customize your Windows 11 experience, learn about the best new features, and get the most out of Microsoft’s superb desktop OS.

Windows 11 has been out for a while now, but you likely do not know about every setting and feature this operating system offers. We have done all the hard work for you, collecting six of our favorite tips and tricks that help you maximize your enjoyment and productivity with Windows. Microsoft is always refining and updating Windows 11, of course, so we will continue to update this story with new and exciting pointers.

Why You Wil Like This Tip

  • Learn some new tips about Windows 11.
  • Improve the Windows 11 operating system.

System Requirements

Any device running Windows 11. Screenshots are from a desktop running Windows 11 Pro.

1,. Increase Security by Using Passkeys

Tip 1
Using Passkeys

Passwords are so passé and not as secure as other options. Forward-minded websites and apps support more secure Passkeys to log in, which are linked to a specific device. Windows 11 can now store your passkeys or use those you store on other devices, such as your smartphone. On Windows 11, head to:

Settings > Accounts >Passkeys

Passkeys take advantage of Windows Hello authentication via facial recognition, fingerprint, or PIN.

2. Add Tabs to File Explorer

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Using Tabs

Explorer tabs save you from littering your desktop with multiple File Explorer windows when you need to view more than one at a time. Just right-click on a folder and choose Open in New Tab, like you would in a web browser. You can even drag a file between tabs. Just drag it to the desired tab and then down into the file list for that tab. You can also drag tabs sideways to rearrange them and press Alt-Left Arrow to navigate back in a tab (but not Ctrl-PgUp and Ctrl-PgDn as you can on a web browser).

With the initial Windows 11 release, Microsoft streamlined the ribbon at the top of the File Explorer menu. Cut, Copy, Paste, Rename, Share, Delete, Sort, and View choices get prominent buttons at the top, saving you from having to wade through multiple menus you seldom use. Windows 11 also adds a New button for creating new folders and shortcuts, as well as documents based on installed programs. The buttons change based on context, too. So, for example, when you are searching in the right-hand search box, you get a Search Options button.

3. Customize the Start Menu

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Customize Start Menu

In Windows 10, the Settings button appears above the Start button when you tap it by default. Not so in Windows 11, but you can add it back via:

Settings > Personalization > Start > Folders

You can add folders from here, as well as Settings, File Explorer, and Network buttons, as well as folders for music, pictures, documents, and so on.

4. Listen With New Sound Modes

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Using new Sound Modes

In Windows 11, you have extra control over your audio output, including mono audio and enhanced audio modes. To go Mono, open:

Settings > System > Sound

then enable Mono audio to combine the left and right audio channels. 

For enhanced audio, which includes bass boost, loudness equalization, room correction, and virtual surround, under the Advanced Section, click:

All sound devices > (choose a device) > Properties

and enable its options.

5. Learn New Keyboard Shortcuts

Tip 5
New Keyboard Shortcuts

Windows 11 has new keyboard shortcuts, and they are worth learning:

  • Windows Key-W to open the Widgets panel
  • Windows Key-A to access the Quick Settings 
  • Windows Key-Z to access Snap Layouts 
  • Windows Key-K to Cast Media

A couple of the best keyboard shortcuts are still in place from Windows 10, including Windows Key-V to show clipboard history and Windows Key-Shift-S for the Screenshot Tool.

6. Clear Your Desktop With Title Bar Shake

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Clear desktop with a Shake

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The Windows Title Bar Shake setting is a favorite of ours. It’s off by default, but you can enable it in:

Settings > System > Multitasking

(or just search for “shake” in Settings). It lets you grab a window’s top title bar and shake it to dismiss all other windows. We use it all the time to clear out a messy desktop and focus on the active window.

Disclaimer

Technology is constantly evolving, and smartphone and desktop tech rarely remains static. Therefore, the information in this post is only accurate as of the date it was written. Blog posts that are older than six months may contain instructions that are no longer compatible with your device or operating system. We hope that the content from previous posts continues to function as intended. Thank you for reading TechSavvy.Life, where technology works for you.

Quote For the Day

 “What I did in my youth is hundreds of times easier today. Technology breeds crime.”

― Frank W. Abagnale

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How to Use the New Windows Backup Tool

The new Windows Backup tool allows users to back up specific folders, apps, settings, and credentials to OneDrive, enabling restoration on the same or different PCs. A Microsoft Account is required, while traditional desktop apps cannot be backed up. Users can manage their backups through the Windows Backup interface.

RAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
April 15, 2025 – 5 minutes read time

Overview

The new Windows Backup tool will back up specific folders, apps, settings, and credentials to the cloud.Also, user data and files, including documents, pictures, music, and videos, are backed up. You can then restore all those items to the same PC or a new computer. To use this feature, you need a Microsoft Account (work and school accounts are not supported, and neither is a local account). You also need adequate storage space. OneDrive offers 5GB for free, but you may need to upgrade to one of the paid Microsoft 365 plans for more storage.

NOTE! The primary limitation of the Windows Backup tool is that it will back up only certain locations and items. For example, it will not back up and restore traditional desktop apps, such as Microsoft 365 (which is strange), so make sure you have the software and sources for all the programs you will need to reinstall.

Why You Will Like This Tip

  • Peace of mind knowing your PC is backed up.
  • If something goes wrong, you can restore your data.

System Requirements

A PC Desktop or Laptop running Windows 10 or 11. Screenshots are from Windows 11 Pro.

Backup

First, turn to the PC you want to back up. In Windows 10, click the Start button and select Windows Backup from the menu. In Windows 11, click the Start button, go to the All Apps screen, and then select Windows Backup. The Windows Backup Tool offers four different categories to configure—Folders, Apps, Settings, and Credentials. Refer to the image below:

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Starting Windows Backup Tool

Now, click the down arrow next to Folders and enable the folders you wish to back up. If you have previously done a folder(s) backup, the last backup date will be shown and is enabled. You will be able to back up the Desktop, Documents, and Pictures folders. See the image below:

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Selecting folders to backup

Next, click the down arrow next to Apps. Make sure Quickly access apps on any Windows device is turned on, as this will generate a list of installed apps so you can more easily recover them when you restore the backup. See the following image:

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Selecting all Apps to backup

Now, click the down arrow next to Credentials and make sure the switch for Accounts, Wi-Fi networks and other passwords is turned on. Refer to the image below:

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Selecting everything else to backup

Next, when you are ready, click the Continue button. The items you selected are then backed up to your OneDrive storage. As the backup runs, you can minimize the Windows Backup app and work on other tasks. When the entire backup is finished, you will see that each of the four categories has been backed up. See the image below:

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Clicking Continue to start the backup

Now, you will receive a screen stating that your backup is in process. See the following image:

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Your backup progress screen

Now, if you reset Windows or switch to a new PC, you can restore your saved files during the setup process. You should see a screen welcoming you back and telling you that there are backups saved from the previous PC. Click the More options link. Refer to the image below:

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Selecting to start a Restore from a backup

Next, select the name of the backup of your previous PC, and then click the Restore from this PC button. The items that you chose to back up are restored to your new computer. After this process is done, continue with the setup. When finished, sign in to your PC. See the image below:

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Clicking Restore from this PC to begin the restore process

Now, click the Start menu, Settings screen, and File Explorer to see which apps and settings have been restored. Any program that needs to be reinstalled will display an arrow with the word Install on the icon. Click the app to either automatically reinstall it or open the Microsoft Store so you can download the program.

Disclaimer

Technology is constantly evolving, and smartphone and desktop tech rarely remains static. Therefore, the information in this post is only accurate as of the date it was written. Blog posts that are older than six months may contain instructions that are no longer compatible with your device or operating system. We hope that the content from previous posts continues to function as intended. Thank you for reading TechSavvy.Life, where technology works for you.

Quote For the Day

 “Good, bad, or indifferent, if you are not investing in new technology, you are going to be left behind.

— Philip Green

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4 Tips to Speed Up Google Chrome for Better Performance

The article emphasizes the importance of a web browser, specifically Google Chrome, in daily online activities. It provides four methods to enhance its performance: updating Chrome, clearing the cache, upgrading security settings, and managing performance settings like using Memory Saver. These steps aim to ensure a smoother browsing experience.

RAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
March 11, 2025 – 6 minutes read time

Overview

In many ways, your web browser is as important as, if not more so than, your computer’s operating system. Think about it: Nearly everything you do, from writing emails and posting on social media to editing documents and streaming videos, can happen inside a browser. So when Chrome starts feeling sluggish, it can affect your whole online experience, professionally and personally. Do not get bogged down by your browser. Here are four ways to speed it up.

System Requirements

This tip works on devices running Google Chrome. Screenshots are from Windows 11 Pro running Chrome Version 134.0.6998.36 (Official Build) (64-bit).

1) Update Google Chrome

Each new version of Chrome contains fresh features, security fixes, and performance improvements. So, it’s possible that updating to the latest version may help your speed woes. Even if it does not, it will keep you safer from online threats. When a new version is available, Chrome automatically updates in the background, when you close and re-open the browser.

First, open Chrome and click the Menu icon (the 3 dots) in the upper right. From the Menu, click the Settings option. Next, on the left side, scroll down to the bottom and click on the About Chrome option.

If Chrome is not up-to-date, Chrome will automatically download. Now, click the Relaunch button to update Chrome and reopen the browser. Your Chrome browser is now up-to-date. Refer to the below image:

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Updating Google Chrome

To check which version of Chrome you are running, repeat the above. Chrome will show the version and indicate it is up-to-date. See the below image:

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Google Chrome up to date

2) Clear Google Cache

To clear your cache in Google Chrome, you clear your browsing data. This will clear your cache, cookies, and other browsing history. 

Clearing your cache can fix problems with loading or formatting on websites.

In the Chrome browser:

  1. Open Chrome and click the Menu icon (the 3 dots) in the upper right.
  2. From the Menu, click the Settings option.
  3. On the left side, click Privacy and security option.
  4. Under the Privacy and security section click the Delete browsing data button. See the following image:
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Accessing Privacy and security options
  1. A new dialogue box will open.
  2. Click the Basic menu option.
  3. Select the period to delete from in the Time range drop down menu
    (To clear all cached data and cookies, select All time, this is recommended).
  4. Ensure check boxes for Browsing history. Cookies and other site data and Cached images and files are ticked.
  5. Click on Delete data and wait for that dialogue box to exit. 
  6. Close all open Chrome tabs.
  7. Restart Chrome.

Refer to the below image:

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Selecting what data and when to delete

3) Upgrade Chrome Security

Once upon a time, Google developed the Chrome Cleanup Tool, an application that helps find and remove unwanted software (UwS), toolbars, and other automatically installed extensions that antivirus probes may miss from Windows devices. These types of programs can slow down your browser, so checking it for unwanted add-ons every so often is a must.

Unfortunately, the program was shut down in 2023. However, Google says users will remain “automatically protected” by its Safe Browsing features in Chrome. For extra protection, navigate to:

Settings >Privacy and security > Security, > Enhanced Protection

And enable which offers “real-time, AI-powered protection against dangerous sites, downloads, and extensions that’s based on your browsing data getting sent to Google.” See the below image:

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Enable Enhanced protection

4) Manage Performance Settings

There are two types of people in the world: Those who open just a few tabs at a time, then close them, and those who hoard tabs like they have never heard of bookmarking. If you are the latter, it’s a safe bet what’s causing your slowdown, and you should take action. Not sure which tabs to close? Hover over a tab, and the pop-up preview shows how much memory it’s taking up.

For something more automatic, Google introduced Memory Saver mode in 2022. This feature frees up resources from unused tabs in order to improve performance on tabs that are in use. While this feature should be enabled by default, you can open:

Settings > Performance > Memory Saver

and set to Maximum so tabs become inactive sooner. See the following image:

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Setting Memory Saver to Maximum

While you are here, go one further and scroll down to the Speed section. Make sure Preload pagesis enabled so websites and search results load faster. For an extra boost, enable Extended preloading for an even faster experience, though Google will be able to see what sites are being preloaded for you. Refer to the below image:

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Enable Preload and Extended preloading

Disclaimer

Technology is constantly evolving, and smartphone and desktop tech rarely remains static. Therefore, the information in this post is only accurate as of the date it was written. Blog posts that are older than six months may contain instructions that are no longer compatible with your device or operating system. We hope that the content from previous posts continues to function as intended. Thank you for reading TechSavvy.Life, where technology works for you.

Quote For the Day

“Technology is nothing. What’s important is that you have faith in people, that they’re basically good and smart, and if you give them tools, they’ll do wonderful things with them.”

-Steve Jobs

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Author’s eBook

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How to Send eBooks to Your Kindle: A Step-by-Step Guide

The Amazon Kindle is an effective ebook reader, linked closely to Amazon’s ecosystem. Users can send various ebook formats to their Kindle via methods like the Send to Kindle tool, Kindle app, or email. Free ebooks are readily available through various platforms, enhancing Kindle’s reading options.

RAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
January 28, 2025 – 7 minutes read time

Overview

The Amazon Kindle is a great ebook reader, but it’s tightly tied to Amazon’s ecosystem. If you have a Fire tablet or a smartphone, you can download other e-reading apps to beef up your library, but with the Kindle hardware, you are pretty much tied to getting your content directly from Amazon. Well, sort of. Using some free software, you can take ebooks in various formats and zap them over to your Kindle.

Let’s explore how to send other ebook formats to your e-reader, and where to get free ebooks.

Why You Will Like This Tip

  • Of course, we all like free stuff.
  • A large variety of free ebooks to choose from.
  • Download in a variety of formats for reading on your Kindle.

System Requirements

This is for the Amazon Kindle. It uses the iPhone, Android, PC, and Mac. The screenshots are from Windows 10 and iPhone 14 Pro.

Use “Send to Kindle”

Amazon offers a Send to Kindle page where you can upload ebook files saved on your device. First, on amazon.com/sendtokindle, click Select files from device. Refer to the below image:

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Selecting files to send

Next, select the book you want on your Kindle. This tool supports PDF, DOC, DOCX, TXT, RTF, HTM, HTML, PNG, GIF, JPG, JPEG, BMP, and EPUB formats on ebooks up to 200MB in size. (Amazon no longer supports sending new Mobi files.) Ensure the Add to your library toggle is ON, then click Send. See the below image:

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Send your files

Now, a status bar will appear, letting you keep tabs on the upload. You will see a checkmark and an In Library notice when it’s ready. See the following image:

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Status of sending to Kindle

Amazon also has an app for Windows and macOS that lets you do the same thing. Chrome has an extension you can enable though results are mixed.

Use Your iPhone

If you have the Kindle app installed on your iPhone or Android device, you can add ebooks to your library with a few taps. In the example below we downloaded an ebook from Project Gutenberg on the iPhone.

First, open your Kindle app on your iPhone and search for an ebook. Next, tap the ebook. From here, you can Download sample to see a preview or tap the Share icon. Now, locate the Kindle app and tap it. Refer to the below image:

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Selecting a file to send to Kindle

Next, ensure the Add to your library toggle is ON, then tap Send. Now, the ebook will be saved in your library in the Kindle app and on our Kindle device. The process is similar for Android. See the below image:

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Send your file

Use Your Kindle Email

Amazon also lets you email ebooks to your Kindle account via a specially crafted email address. First, to get your Kindle’s email address, go to:

amazon.com/myk 

or go to:

Account & Lists > Content Library > Devices

Next, in the list below, find your Kindle device and click it. In the drop-down window, click [your name’s] Kindle. See the following image:

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Find your Kindle

On the next page, you will see a Device Summary that lists your @kindle.com email address. (It’s set to a default address, but you can change it by clicking Edit.)  Refer to the below page:

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Your Kindle information

Back up top, click the Preferences tab, and scroll down to Personal Document Settings. Click the down arrow on the right and scroll to Approved Personal Document E-mail List. The email attached to your Amazon account should be listed here. If that’s the email address you will be using to send ebooks to your Kindle, you are all set. To use a different email, click:

Add a new approved e-mail address and enter the address you want to use.

Remember, your Kindle needs to be attached to a Wi-Fi network for this to work.

Use a PDF

Amazon can automatically convert PDFs into the Kindle format, but you get two formatting choices. If you want your Kindle to display every page in the PDF as if it were a graphic, just email the .pdf file to your Kindle’s address without a subject line, upload it via the Send to Kindle website, or drag and drop the file onto a Kindle that’s attached to your PC with a USB cable.

That will maintain the formatting and graphics; it will appear on your Kindle like on your laptop. However, the font size may be too small to read.

Your other option is to attach the PDF file to an email and make the subject line “convert”—just that word. Send it to your Kindle email address and your PDF will be converted into a Kindle version that will let you mark it up and change the formatting. The graphics will still be in there as well, but you will lose the layout of the original PDF.

Third-party software, such as MiniTool PDF Editor – Kindle format converter, can also convert PDF files to Kindle formats like Word, image, TXT, and HTML.

Where to Find Your eBooks

Once you have emailed your ebook, on your Kindle head to:

Home > From Your Library

It might take a few minutes, but if your Kindle is connected to Wi-Fi, it should update automatically and the ebook will appear.

Want to delete the ebook? Tap the Menu icon (the three-dots) on the bottom right of your ebook in Your Library and select Remove download to remove it from your Kindle or Permanently Delete to remove it from your Amazon account.

Where to Find Free eBooks

  • Amazon hosts periodic Stuff Your Kindle Days, where select ebooks are free for a 24-hour period. They are usually grouped by theme.
  • To hook into public library catalogs and send ebooks to your Kindle, check out the Libby app from OverDrive. (Hoopla offers a similar service.)
  • If you want classics, Project Gutenberg has 70,000+ copyright-free ebooks.
  • For historical and academic texts, check out archive.org.
  • ManyBooks.net has a mix of free and paid classics and self-published titles.
  • Free-Ebooks.net has a large collection of self-published ebooks and classics; provide your email address to get five free ebooks per month.
  • If you like science fiction, the publisher Baen also has a set of free ebooks.
  • BookBub has a free ebook section filled with romance novels and other casual reads.

Source: Amazon, PC Mag

Disclaimer

Technology is always changing. Rarely is there static tech for smartphones and desktops. Thus, the contents of this post are only valid at the time of writing. Blog posts older than six months may have directions incompatible with your device or OS. Hopefully, older post content will continue to work as advertised. Thank you for reading TechSavvy.Life for Technology at Work For You.

Quote For the Day

Technology is just a tool. In terms of getting the kids working together and motivating them, the teacher is the most important.

-Bill Gates

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The author’s Vietnam eBook on the “Battle for Tra Bong Vietnam: Events and Aftermath” can be accessed from a Kindle device or the Kindle App for a desktop or smartphone. The apps are free.

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Protect Your Privacy: How to Opt Out of Yahoo Data Selling

This post provides instructions for protecting your privacy on Yahoo Mail for iPhone and PC. It explains how to prevent Yahoo from selling your information and control personalized ads.

RAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
October 1, 2024 – 4 minutes read time

This is for the iPhone and PC running Yahoo Mail. Screenshots are from iPhone 14 Pro running iOS 17.7

Overview

Most companies today are selling your information in some way or form. Luckily, most companies allow you to opt out of having your data sold; if you know how to ask for it.

While you would think the “do not sell my personal information” setting would be on the Yahoo security page, you will find it under a different menu. Let’s explore telling Yahoo, “Do not sell my personal information” and control personalized ads.

System Requirements

  • Yahoo Mail
  • iOS 16 or later
  • Browser
  • Windows 11/10
  • iPhone

Click here to learn how to update your iPhone to the latest iOS version.

Why Apply This Post

  • Protect your privacy by stopping Yahoo from selling your information.
  • Make sure your data stays out of the hands of third parties.

Opening Settings

First, open the Yahoo Mail app. Next, tap your profile icon in the upper left. Now, tap Settings. Refer to the below image:

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Accessing Settings

Accessing Privacy

First, scroll down and tap Manage account privacy. Next, tap Your Privacy controls. Now, tap the Yahoo logo. See the below image:

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Accessing Privacy

Setting the Do Not Sell Option

First, you will be prompted to log into your Yahoo mail account. Enter your username/email address, tap Next, and follow the on-screen prompts to log in. Next, After logging in, scroll down to the Sale and sharing of personal information and tap the link. See the following image:

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Accessing the Sale and Share link

Disable the Do Not Sell Option

First, tap the toggle. The default is set to Allow Yahoo to sell your data. Next, the page and its toggle will turn gray, indicating that the setting has been disabled. Refer to the below image:

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Setting the Do Not Sale option

You may want to read the “fine print” about setting the option to Don’t Allow. If you clear cookies for your browser, the option is reset to Allow. See the below image:

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The fine print

While here, go back to the Sale and sharing of personal information screen to control ads. Tap the Personalized ads link and turn off any option on delivering ads. See the following image on the first of four options:

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Turning off Personalized ads

Using a PC Desktop/Laptop Running Windows 10/11

  • Open Yahoo Mail
  • Click the Gear icon in the upper left below the Home icon
  • Click the More settings link
  • Click About our Ads menu option. You would think of accessing the Security and Privacy menu option, but Yahoo wants to hide selling your data.
  • Under What choices do I have section, click View our other Privacy Controls
  • click the Yahoo logo, and sign in
  • Click the Sale and sharing personal information link
  • Click the toggle. The default is set to Allow Yahoo to sell your data. Next, the page and its toggle will turn gray, indicating that the setting has been disabled. If you have set the toggle to Don’t Allow on your iPhone first, the toggle will already be disabled.

Disclaimer

Technology is always changing. Rarely is there static tech for smartphones and desktops. Thus, the contents of this post are only valid at the time of writing. Blog posts older than six months may have directions incompatible with your device or OS. Hopefully, older post content will continue to work as advertised. Thank you for reading TechSavvy.Life for Technology at Work For You.

Quote For the Day

“I play to win, whether during practice or a real game.”

– Michael Jordan

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How to Setup a Dark Web Monitoring Profile and View the Web Report

Google One offers Dark Web Monitoring to track personal information in the hidden internet, aiming to provide proactive protection, convenience, and comprehensive monitoring. Users with a Google One membership can set up a monitoring profile to check for breached data. The feature is designed to help users stay informed and take action to protect their digital identity.

RAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
May 7, 2024

This is for the desktop using Google One. Screenshots are from Windows 10

Table of Contents

  • What is the Dark Web
  • Personal Information on the Dark Web
  • Who is Eligible
  • Set Up Monitoring Profile
  • How to Use Your Monitoring Profile
  • Dark Web Monitoring Feature
  • Enabling Dark Web Monitoring
  • Viewing Your Dark Web Report
  • Why Does Dark Web Monitoring Matter?
  • Not a Google One Member?
  • Availability of Dark Web Report
  • Conclusion

What is the Dark Web

The dark web is a hidden part of the internet not indexed by traditional search engines like Google, Bing, or Yahoo. It is intentionally designed to be anonymous, making it a haven for illegal activities such as the sale of stolen data, drugs, weapons, and more stuff of nightmares. It’s where cybercriminals often trade in stolen personal information like credit card numbers, login credentials, and social security numbers. It’s also where lots of stolen personal data from breaches end up for sale.

Personal Information on the Dark Web

With a Google One membership, you can set up a profile to monitor the dark web to see if your info is found in breaches.

You can check for data on the dark web that might be associated with your email address or other info you add to your monitoring profile. Breach results may contain information including:

  • Your name
  • Address
  • Phone number
  • Email
  • Social Security Number (SSN)
  • Username
  • Password

Tip: only accounts with a US billing method can add a Social Security Number to their monitoring profile.

Any information in the breach results will be displayed in redacted form to maintain data privacy.

With the results, you can review your information and make informed decisions about how to protect yourself.

Who is Eligible

You can set up a monitoring profile with a paid Google One membership. Click here for help on signing up for a Google One account.

You do not need a paid Google One membership to run a dark web report for the email address associated with your Google Account. Click here for help on scanning the dark web with your email address.

Set Up Monitoring Profile

You can monitor your Google Account email address or add other information to your monitoring profile.

  1. On your computer, click here if you have a Google One account.
  2. Under Dark web report, click Set up and then Start monitoring.
    • To include additional Google Account personal information in your monitoring profile:
      1. Select the desired checkboxes.
      2. Click Allow.
    • Confirm your selections and add any additional data you want to monitor.
    • Click Done.

How to Use Your Monitoring Profile

When you set up your monitoring profile in Google One, your profile info is used to check whether a match was found on the dark web. If matching info is found, we will email or notify you. You can find guidance to protect your personal information on the Google One website and app.

Learn how Google One protects your privacy and keeps you in control.

Dark Web Monitoring Feature

Google’s Dark Web Monitoring feature is designed to help users stay informed about the presence of their personal information on the dark web. Here’s how it works:

  1. Continuous Scanning: One of Google’s many sophisticated algorithms scans the dark web continuously, looking for any signs of your personal information, such as email addresses, passwords, or financial details. The best part is you are in control of what it scans for.
  2. Alerts: If Google’s monitoring system detects any of your information on the dark web, it will send you an alert. This alert will prompt you to secure your accounts and data.
  3. Reporting: Once set up, you can view the report right away from your Google One homepage

Enabling Dark Web Monitoring

First, we need to set up the feature. Fortunately, Google has made this process relatively straightforward:

  1. Access Your Google Account: Start by logging into your Google account.  Click here to log in.
  2. Security Tab: Once logged in, click the Security tab at the top of the page. This section contains various settings related to your account’s security.
  3. Dark Web Monitoring: Scroll down to find the Dark Web Monitoring section. If it’s your first time accessing this feature, you might need to provide your password for verification.
  4. Turn On Dark Web Monitoring: Click the Turn On button to activate the feature. Google will ask you to confirm your choice.
  5. Verification: To ensure the security of this feature, Google may prompt you to re-enter your Google Account password.
  6. Confirmation: Once you have completed the above steps, you should receive a confirmation message that Dark Web Monitoring is active for your account.

Refer to the below image:

Dark Web 1
Accessing the Security tab

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Viewing Your Dark Web Report

To view your report, click the Security tab, and scroll down to the Dark web report section. Now, click the link See results with Google One. See the below Image:

Dark Web 2
Selecting to view your results

You will see a summary of your results. You can click an individual breech (or the All button; we have 29 breeches) to view detailed information and recommended actions. See the following image:

Dark Web 4
Selecting a single breach

The selected breech details are now displayed. Refer to the below image:

Dark Web 5
Viewing details of a single breach

Why Does Dark Web Monitoring Matter?

  1. Proactive Protection: With this feature, Google aims to provide proactive protection. Instead of waiting until a data breach occurs, you can take action as soon as your information appears on the dark web, reducing the potential impact of cyberattacks.
  2. User Convenience: Google’s Dark Web Monitoring is seamlessly integrated into the user experience, making monitoring their online security easier for everyday users. You need not be a cybersecurity expert to benefit from this feature.
  3. Comprehensive Monitoring: Google’s vast resources and expertise allow for comprehensive dark web monitoring. It can scan many sources, increasing the likelihood of detecting compromised information.
  4. Data Privacy: Google emphasizes data privacy and security. The company ensures that your personal data is protected while providing this service, addressing concerns about potential privacy breaches.

Not a Google One Member?

You can still access some features without the membership, it essentially boils down to whether you want continuous monitoring or not and if the other Google One features are enough to justify the monthly costs (depending on the plan you choose) Here’s a breakdown of what Google One members and non-members get. See the below image:

Dark Web 6
Google One and non-menbers features

Availability of Dark Web Report

The Dark Web Report is available in the following countries or regions.

  • Albania
  • Algeria
  • Argentina
  • Austria
  • Australia
  • Bangladesh
  • Belgium
  • Bolivia
  • Brazil
  • Canada
  • Chile
  • Colombia
  • Denmark
  • Ecuador
  • Finland
  • France
  • Germany
  • Greece
  • Iceland
  • India
  • Indonesia
  • Ireland
  • Israel
  • Italy
  • Japan
  • Mexico
  • Morocco
  • Netherlands
  • Nicaragua
  • Norway
  • Pakistan
  • Philippines
  • Senegal
  • Slovenia
  • South Korea
  • Spain
  • Sri Lanka
  • Sweden
  • Switzerland
  • Taiwan
  • Türkiye
  • Ukraine
  • United Kingdom
  • United States
  • Venezuela
  • Vietnam

Conclusion

Your personal data is constantly under threat. Google’s Dark Web Monitoring feature represents a significant step toward enhancing online security and protecting your digital identity. By providing continuous scanning, timely alerts, and actionable recommendations, Google empowers users to take control of their online safety. While no security measure is foolproof, this feature is a valuable addition to Google’s suite of tools aimed at helping users stay one step ahead of cybercriminals. Your digital identity is worth safeguarding, and it appears Google is here to help you.

Source: Google Help

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How to View Saved Wi-Fi Passwords

This post provides instructions on finding Wi-Fi passwords on Windows and iPhone devices. For Windows, it details how to access and reveal the password in plain text. For iPhone, it explains the steps to reveal the Wi-Fi password. The post also includes a disclaimer about technology changes and a quote by Thomas Sowell.

RAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
February 13, 2024

This is for Windows 10/11 and iPhone. Screenshots are from Windows 10 and iPhone 14 Pro running iOS 17+

Are you connected to Wi-Fi on one device, but need the password to log in on another? Here’s how to find Wi-Fi passwords in Windows and iOS.

Struggling to connect to Wi-Fi? Maybe your laptop is connected but your phone is not, or you need to share your network with a guest but can not remember the password. There are ways to wirelessly share passwords between devices, but that’s not always an option.

Below, we will outline how to grab a Wi-Fi password from already-connected devices by viewing it as plain text. This way you do not need to reset the network security or hack the Wi-Fi network so everyone can get online.

View Password Using Windows

Windows makes this easy, as long as you are connected to the network.

For Windows 10, open:

Settings > Network & Internet

then click the Change Adapter Options button. Refer to the below image:

Password 1
Accessing your network

For Windows 11, open:

Advanced network settings > More network adapter options

then right-click on your computer’s Wi-Fi adapter in the list and choose:

Status > Wireless Properties

Open the Security tab, and you should see a password box with dots in it. Click the Show Characters box to see the password in plain text. See the below image for Windows 10:

Password 2
Viewing your password in plain text on Windows 10

If you are trying to view the password for a network you are not currently connected to, things are a tad more complicated. You can download a third-party app like Wi-Fi Password Revealer which will show you the passwords of all saved networks. See the following image :

Password 3
Viewing Password Revealer software

View Password Using iPhone

iPhone users could not view Wi-Fi passwords as plain text until iOS 16. First, open:

Settings > Wi-Fi

Refer to the below image:

Password 4
Accessing your Wi-Fi network

Now, tap the “i” icon for the current network. See the below image:

Password 5
Tapping the informational icon

Next, select the Password entry and verify your identity with FaceID, Touch ID, or a Passcode. See the following image:

Password 6
Tapping the hidden password

Now tap the password box with dots in it to reveal the password in plain text. Refer to the below image:

Password 7
Revealing the hidden password in plain text

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How to Use Everything App for Windows

At the top of our shortlist of outstanding apps is Everything. This app has been around for a long time but we have recently discovered the Windows app.

RAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
August 8, 2023

This is for Windows XP through Windows 11. Screenshots are from Windows 10

At the top of our shortlist of outstanding apps is Everything. This app has been around for a long time but we have recently discovered the Windows app. It’s now an integral part of our Windows apps.

What is Everything

Everything is a Windows freeware file search application created by programmer David Carpenter in 2008.

The single most notable thing about Everything is the speed.

If you have ever used Windows file search (File Explorer)or even some third-party file search tools, the most memorable thing about the experience is how long it takes.

Even after all these years, Windows file search is agonizingly slow. Truly, it’s agony. In an age of inexpensive SSDs with instant booting and instant program loading, waiting thirty seconds for Windows to grind through a search feels like torture. It does not matter if you are still using Windows 7 or upgraded to Windows 11, Windows search has never been speedy.

Everything sidesteps the shortcomings of the Windows file search by doing something that was novel when the application was first released and remains novel; it taps right into the file table at the file system level for lightning-fast search.

How fast is it? It’s so fast that if you create a new file, by the time you open up the Everything search box a moment later, the file is instantly in the index. It’s unlikely you could create the file and get to the search box fast enough to beat the nearly instantaneous addition of the entry into the Everything index.

The only downside to Everything is that it works off the file table and the file names and does not index the contents of the files. If you need a tool that will look deep into documents and help you find key phrases, this tool is not it. But if you are just trying to find where, exactly, you put your tax returns from five years ago, it’s almost magical in its speed and efficiency.

Why Is It Indispensable

We have a huge number of files, across a huge number of folders and drives. But as long as we name files and folders sensibly as they come in, it does not matter where they end up. They could be on the C drive, the G drive (portable external drive), or even buried in a network drive hosted somewhere (you can enable network drive search in the Everything settings).

No matter where the files are, you can find them if you member even a fraction of the folder or file name. Old taxes, work forms, Photoshop projects, comic books you hoarded five years ago, you name it. If you want it, you can churn it up to the surface with a few keywords.

For example, I need to find old tax returns to answer questions from the IRS about depreciation. That made me say, “Didn’t I squirrel those returns somewhere?” and sure enough, I did. I might have forgotten where they were, but Everything did not. Refer to the below image:

Everything 1
Everything displaying tax returns

You do not need wildcards for your search. Everything search implies wildcard searches; the app will find all files/folders that include your search criteria. In the menu bar, select Search to view more options. See the below image:

Everything 1
Accessing the Search options

It instantly scanned hundreds of thousands of files and folders on my computer and the attached drives to find exactly what I wanted.

If you can remember anything about the file; part of the name, the file extension, the root directory it might be deeply buried in; you can dig it up with a few keystrokes.

Even on my laptops, where the files are definitely not stacked terabytes deep, I still install Everything, I certainly do not want to be stuck waiting for Windows search to sift through the files at a slow pace.

it’s freeware. So Download it. The website name has an odd name, Voidtools, but this is the download page.

Take Notice

If you need to download this app or any other on a desktop or laptop, always download it from the manufacturer. Another safe bet is to download from a store like Apple Store or Microsoft Store.

Never download from these websites:

FileHorse
Softonic
CNET
Download 82
Softlay
Dealnews
Windowsinside
Us7p
Files10
Soft112
UpdateStar
Techno360
ColorMango
MajorGeeks
FileHonor
FilesWin
iGeeksBlog
Neowin
Linenseapps
Business Wire
SoftwareKeep
TechShout
Windows Latest’
Wondershare
Slant
iMobie
BitsDuJour
Softfree.eu
Uptodown
FreeProSoftz
TechWhoop
Tickcoupon
CrackDJ
AbbasPC
Giev Away of the Day
GroovyPost
TechGeek365
TechMoran
Digital Connect Mag
Malavida
…. and 16 more

The above websites should be banned. If you download from any other site besides the manufacturer or a store, expect viruses and malware to appear. If this happens, immediately Shutdown and/or Restart your PC and run a virus scan.

As a test, I downloaded it from File Horse. I got popups from Google Chrome saying my PC has been hacked followed by a full webpage saying my PC is corrupted. I got rid of the messages. but I had more problems. The FtleHorse website gave the site access to everything on my PC. I had to manually go through Google Privacy and Security Settings to block each access.

I recommend only using Voidtools website for downloading. Then feel the speed of searching, Everything, on your computer instantly.

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How to Change Link Handling in Outlook for Windows

You may have noticed that opening a link in Outlook behaves differently and not in your chosen browser. That’s because Microsoft wants to push their Edge browser, though they have some excuses for the change.

RAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
July 11, 2023

This is for devices running Microsoft Outlook. Screenshots are from Microsoft Outlook 365 in Windows 10

You may have noticed that opening a link in Outlook behaves differently and not in your chosen browser. That’s because Microsoft wants to push their Edge browser, though they have some excuses for the change.

When you click on a link in Outlook for Windows, it might open in the Edge browser, even though you have chosen a different default browser in Windows settings (like Chrome or Firefox).

And instead of just opening the web page, the email appears in a right side-pane alongside the link you clicked. Refer to the below image:

Link Handling 1
Side-by-Side View

According to Microsoft, this change means “No more disruptive switching—just your email and the web content you need to reference, in a single, side-by-side view.” They may have a point and it’s a change that suits some people.  

It’s also a shameless attempt to push people to the Edge browser by overriding their browser choice with Microsoft’s preference.

This applies to Windows 10 or 11 only. Microsoft only says this is for ‘Outlook’ not which versions, but presumably Outlook 365 for Windows. For now, it only works on Microsoft-hosted emails including Outlook.com/Hotmail however it will be extended to Gmail later.

Change Browser via Windows

First, the default browser is chosen in Windows. To set up this browser, head to:

Settings | Apps | Default Apps

and choose your preferred browser. See the below image:

Link Handling 2
Setting Chrome as the web browser in Windows

Change the Search Engine and Default Browser

Next, for Chrome, ensure you have set the search engine. To find out, open Chrome and head to:

Menu (the 3 dots in the upper right) | Settings | Search engine

and, if necessary, set your search engine to Chrome. See the following image:

Link Handling 3
Setting Chrome as the search engine

Now, for Chrome, ensure you have set the default browser. To find out, open Chrome and head to:

Menu (the 3 dots in the upper right) | Settings | Default browser

Refer to the below image:

Link Handling 5
Your default browser

The reason why we are doing the above is to ensure we are using Google products. You can have Firefox as your browser and Chrome as your search engine.

Change Outlook Links Default Browser

Next, open Outlook and go to:

File | Options | Advanced | Link Handling

to change the browser to Default Browser. See the below image:

Link Handling 4
Setting Default Browser in Outlook

Side-by-Side View May Not Work

To be honest, you may not get this feature to work no matter what combination of Outlook, Windows, and Edge you try. We prefer to test for ourselves and not take Microsoft’s word. If your email links open in your browser with no side-by-side view, do not worry.

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How to Add Weather to Your Lock Screen in Windows 10 and 11

People love to check the weather. On your phone, smartwatch, or computer, it’s nice to have easy access to this information.

RAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
June 27, 2023

This is for devices running Windows 10 and 11

People love to check the weather. On your phone, smartwatch, or computer, it’s nice to have easy access to this information. Windows 10 and Windows 11 allow you to put the weather on the Lock Screen.

For Windows 10

To add Weather to the Windows 10 Lock Screen, here’s a summary.

Settings > Personalization > Lock Screen > Change the background to “Windows Spotlight” > Choose “Weather” as the app to display.

Now, for the details. First, open Settings on your Windows 10 PC and go to the Personalization section. Refer to the below image:

Weather 1
Accessing Personalization

Next, select the Lock Screen section. See the below image:

Weather 2
Selecting the Lock Screen section

Now, make sure the Background drop-down menu is set to Windows spotlight. See the following image:

Weather 3
Selecting Windows spotlight

Next, select the app icon under the text that reads: Choose one app to show detailed status on the lock screen. Refer to the below image:

Weather 4
Selecting the one app icon

Now, choose Weather from the list of available apps. See the below image:

Weather 5
Selecting Weather app

That’s all there is to it! The weather information will be shown underneath the clock and the date on the Lock Screen.

For Windows 11

To add Weather to the Windows 11 Lock Screen, here’s a summary.

Settings > Personalization > Lock Screen > Choose “Weather” for the “Lock Screen Status” feature.

Note! You need to have Microsoft’s MSN Weather app installed for this to be available.

First, open Settings on your Windows 11 PC and select Personalization. See the following image:

Weather 6
Accessing Personalization

Now, go to the Lock Screen section. Refer to the below image:

Weather 7
Selecting the Lock Screen option

Next, look for Lock Screen Status and select Weather from the drop-down menu. This will not be available if you do not have the MSN Weather app installed. See the below image:

Weather 8
Selecting Weather app

That’s it! The weather information will appear centered at the bottom of the Lock Screen.

You may not look at the Lock Screen on your Windows PC as much as your smartphone, but it’s mostly a blank canvas for glanceable information.

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Bill Gates

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