Defragment your Windows 10 PC
Optimizing your drives can help your PC run smoother and boot up faster. To optimize them: 1. Select the search bar on the taskbar and enter **defrag**. ![][1] 2. Select **Defragment and Optimize Drives**. 3. Select the disk drive you want to optimize. i.e. (C:) drive. ![][2] 4. Select the **Optimize** button. …
Free Up Hard Drive Space in Windows 10
If your Windows 10 device is running low on storage, here are a few ways to free up some drive space. **Delete files with Storage sense** 1. Open the **Start ** menu and select **Settings ** > **System **> **Storage**. 2. Turn on **Storage sense** to have Windows delete unnecessary files automatically. 3. To…
MS Teams - Allowing Camera, Microphone, and Screen Sharing on your Laptop
If you are trying to join a Teams meeting and can't get your camera, microphone, or screen sharing working from your _**laptop,**_ you may need to allow MS Teams access to your Camera, Microphone, and Screen Sharing. 1. Quit Team, then reopen it. 2. Next, open System Preferences by clicking the Apple icon in the …
How to Check for Windows Updates on Windows 10
## To manually check for updates in order to run Windows Update in Windows 10, follow these steps: 1. To review your Windows Update settings, head to **Settings** (Windows key + I). 2. Choose **Update & Security**. ![][1] 3. In the **Windows Update** option, click **Check for updates** to see which updates are cur…
How to Download & Install Office 365 on Windows 10
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Computer Maintenance Tips
# Twelve Simple Steps By following these steps you increase the chances that you can avoid some of the most common problems and maintain your PC's health. ## **Step One: Laptop Cases** **Carry your laptop in a protective case or bag, free from any potentially harmful substances.** * Computers should be carried i…
How to Fix Network Connection Issues in Windows 10
Try these things to troubleshoot network connection issues in Windows 10: 1. Use the Network troubleshooter. Select **Start ** > **Settings ** > **Network & Internet** > **Status**. Under **Change your network settings**, select **Network troubleshooter**. ![][1] 2. Make sure Wi-Fi is on. Select **Start ** > **Sett…
Mouse, Touchpad, and Keyboard Problems in Windows 10
Having trouble with a device? Make sure everything is connected properly, the device has power, and that it’s set up correctly. ## **First, try checking your hardware** * Unplug USB cables and wait for a little while for the device driver to be unloaded by Windows, and then plug the device back in. * Try using …
How to Set Up Multiple Monitors on Windows 10
To get your PC to recognize multiple monitors: Make sure your cables are connected properly to the new monitors, then press Windows logo key + **P **to select a display option. If you need more help, here's what to do: 1. Select **Start **> **Settings **> **System **> **Display**. Your PC should automatically detec…
How to Pair a Bluetooth Device in Windows 10
You can pair all kinds of Bluetooth devices with your PC—including keyboards, mice, phones, speakers, and a whole lot more. To do this, your PC will need to have Bluetooth. Some PCs, such as laptops and tablets, have Bluetooth built in. If your PC doesn’t, you can plug a USB Bluetooth adapter into the USB port on your…
