Category: Windows

Tired of seeing the Quick Access files and folders in Windows File Explorer? We’ve got you covered in this guide, where we show you how to disable Quick Access or just clear the recent files temporarily.
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I remember using EncFS on Linux and finding it perfect for my needs. “If only this encryption was available for Windows,” I said. To my surprise, it was! I’ve been using it on Windows for a few years, and in this guide I’ll show you how to set it up on your own system.
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Programs that start up automatically at system boot can be annoying and degrade your computer’s performance. The more programs that attempt to open at startup, the longer Windows will take to finish loading and be usable. Generally, it’s not hard to disable these startup programs, but you need to know where to look.
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When your Taskbar, Notification area, or Start menu disappear or become unresponsive, restarting the Explorer.exe process can usually remedy the problem. This is a very simple fix and can save you from having to restart your computer entirely.
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Resetting your PC is a common solution when Windows begins to feel slugglish or your computer just needs a fresh start. The “Reset This PC” option in Windows 10 will allow you to reset your Windows installation to factory defaults, and give you the option to either keep your personal files or delete them in the process.
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Although .zip is the primary archive format you’ll find on Windows, you may occasionally run into a .tar, .tar.gz, or other similar file that you need to open. These tar files (frequently referred to as “tarballs”) are much more common on Linux operating systems, but you can open and create them on Windows as well.
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Resilio Sync (formerly known as BitTorrent Sync) is a great way to keep files synchronized across multiple computers and/or other devices while avoiding the cloud and forking over money.
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Microsoft has made it all but impossible to disable Windows updates in Windows 10. Fortunately, there are still a couple methods you can use to disable them, whether you are running Windows 10 Home, Pro, or another edition.
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