System · How-to
How to Check Battery Health on Windows 11 Laptops
Check battery health on Windows 11: create a battery report, read design vs full charge capacity and cycle count, and keep your battery healthy.
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How to Check BIOS Version on Windows 11
Check your BIOS version on Windows 11 with System Information, PowerShell or CMD, see if you use UEFI mode, and learn when to update the BIOS safely.
System · How-to
How to Check CPU Temperature on Windows 11
Check CPU temperature on Windows 11: why Task Manager does not show it, how to read it in the BIOS or an app, and what a normal CPU temperature is.
Network · How-to
How to Check Data Usage on Windows 11 (and Set a Limit)
Check data usage on Windows 11 per network and per app, set a monthly data limit, and get warned before you go over your cap.
Network · How-to
How to Check Ethernet Speed on Windows 11
Check Ethernet speed on Windows 11 in Settings, Control Panel or PowerShell. See your link speed (100 Mbps, 1 Gbps or 2.5 Gbps) and fix a slow wired link.
System · How-to
How to Check GPU Temperature on Windows 11
Check GPU temperature on Windows 11 in Task Manager, NVIDIA or AMD software, or an app, and learn what a normal GPU temperature is while gaming and idle.
System · How-to
How to Check Hard Drive Health on Windows 11 & 10
Check hard drive and SSD health on Windows: built-in Drive health in Settings, a PowerShell command, CHKDSK and S.M.A.R.T., plus warning signs of failure.
System · How-to
How to Check Motherboard Model on Windows (4 Ways)
Check your motherboard model on Windows 11 or 10 with System Information, PowerShell or a free app. Find maker, model and revision without opening the PC.
System · How-to
How to Check PC Specs on Windows 11 (CPU, RAM, GPU)
Check your PC specs on Windows 11 in seconds: processor, RAM, graphics card, storage and motherboard, using Settings, Task Manager, commands or one app.
System · How-to
How to Check RAM Speed on Windows 11 (MHz and DDR)
Check RAM speed on Windows 11 in Task Manager or PowerShell: see MT/s, DDR4 or DDR5 and slots used, and why RAM can run slower than its XMP speed.
Productivity · How-to
How to Compress a PDF Without Losing Quality
Compress a PDF without losing quality on Windows: why PDFs get big, which settings keep text sharp, and 4 offline ways to shrink files for email.
Productivity · How-to
How to Convert JPG to PDF on Windows (Free, Offline)
Convert JPG to PDF on Windows 11 and 10 for free, without uploading: Microsoft Print to PDF, Photos, Word, or an app that turns many images into one PDF.
Media · How-to
How to Copy Text from an Image on Windows 11 (OCR)
Copy text from an image or screenshot on Windows 11 with built-in OCR: Snipping Tool Text actions, PowerToys Text Extractor, OneNote or an offline app.
System · How-to
How to Disable Startup Programs on Windows 11
Disable startup programs on Windows 11 for a faster boot: Settings, Task Manager, the Startup folder and hidden tasks, plus which apps are safe to stop.
System · How-to
How to Extend Laptop Battery Life: 15 Tips for Windows
Extend laptop battery life on Windows 11: get more hours per charge with Energy saver, screen and app settings, and keep the battery healthy for years.
System · How-to
How to Find and Remove Duplicate Files on Windows
Find and remove duplicate files on Windows 11 and 10 safely: why File Explorer is not enough, how to scan, review and remove copies to the Recycle Bin.
System · How-to
How to Find Duplicate Photos on Windows (Safely)
Find duplicate photos on Windows 11 or 10 and delete them safely. Scan Pictures and phone backups, keep the best copy and protect your originals.
Productivity · How-to
How to Find Large Files on Windows 11 (4 Ways)
Find large files on Windows 11 with File Explorer size filters, Storage settings, PowerShell or a fast search app, then delete or move them safely.
Network · How-to
How to Find MAC Address on Windows 11 (5 Ways)
Find your MAC address on Windows 11 in seconds with Settings, getmac, ipconfig /all or PowerShell. Plus random hardware addresses and which MAC to use.
Network · How-to
How to Find Your IP Address on Windows 11 (Public & Local)
Find your IP address on Windows 11 in seconds: local IPv4 in Settings or ipconfig, public IP in one command, plus your router's IP. 5 easy methods.
Network · How-to
How to Flush DNS on Windows 11 (ipconfig /flushdns)
Flush DNS on Windows 11 with one command to fix sites that will not load and DNS errors. Plus PowerShell, browser DNS cache, and when flushing helps.
System · How-to
How to Free Up Disk Space on Windows 11: 12 Safe Ways
Free up disk space on Windows 11 safely: Storage Sense, cleanup recommendations, temp and junk files, Windows.old, duplicates and large files. 12 steps.
Network · How-to
How to Limit Bandwidth Per App on Windows
Limit bandwidth per app on Windows 11 and 10: find the app hogging your internet, then use in-app limits, Delivery Optimization, QoS or router QoS.
Network · How-to
How to Lower Ping: 12 Fixes for Gaming and Calls
Learn how to lower ping on a Windows PC: measure it, switch to Ethernet, stop background downloads, pick nearer servers and fix lag spikes. 12 fixes.
Tools mentioned in these guides
Test Net Speed
IP Address App
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CPU ZX Pro
PC Health Optimizer
Battery ZX