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Dave is a tech writer at OnMSFT in Massachusetts

Email: [email protected]

Twitter: @DavShanahan

microsoft teams chat

How to get started with Microsoft Teams Chat to connect with friends and family on Windows 11

August 12, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan

Microsoft Teams Chat is a built-in app on Windows 11 that helps you connect with friends and family quickly and effectively. Follow this guide to learn how to enable and use it on your PC.

Edge automatic profile switching

How to enable Edge automatic profile switching to keep your work and personal life separate

August 4, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan

Microsoft released a new update that allows you to use Edge automatic profile switching to pick a specific user profile when opening external email and app links.

Safely Remove Hardware

How to disable the Safely Remove Hardware icon and clean up your overwhelmed Windows 11 system tray

August 2, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan

If you are looking to get rid of the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon from your desktop system tray, follow this guide to get rid of it forever.

windows powershell

4 fast and easy ways to run Windows PowerShell as an admin on Windows 11

August 1, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan

Are you looking for ways to launch Windows PowerShell as an admin? Follow this guide for fast and easy ways to launch Windows PowerShell as an admin on Windows 11.

xbox game bar

4 reasons you should stop using Xbox Game Bar on Windows 11 and how to disable it forever

July 28, 2022July 28, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan

Looking for a way to stop using Xbox Game Bar and want an alternative? Use Open Broadcaster Studio (OBS) to stream and record on Windows 11 instead. Follow this guide to learn how.

OBS STUDIO

How to use OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) Studio to stream, capture, and record your gameplay content on Windows 11

July 28, 2022July 28, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan

Follow this guide to see what you need to do to stream, capture, and record your gameplay content using Open Broadcaster Software (OBS) on Windows 11.

change your mouse cursor color

How to change your mouse cursor color on Windows 11

July 25, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan

Looking for a way to change your mouse cursor color settings on Windows 11? Follow this guide to learn how.

windows 11 lock screen timeout

Here's 4 convenient ways to change the Windows 11 lock screen timeout

July 13, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan

Windows 11 lock screen timeout not working? Follow this guide to see how to fix it.

ultimate performance power mode

How to enable Ultimate Performance power mode on Windows 10 and 11 to give your PC an extra boost

July 6, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan

Use the Ultimate Performance power mode to give your PC an extra advantage in processing power. Follow this guide to enable it on your PC.

disable your lock screen

3 surefire ways to disable your lock screen permanently on Windows 11

July 7, 2022July 6, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan

Follow this guide to see how you can permanently disable your lock screen on Windows 11

WINDOWS 11 SNIPPING TOOL

How to open the Windows 11 Snipping Tool with a keyboard shortcut to capture, edit, and save screenshots

June 17, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan

Think about how you take a screenshot on Windows. There is a much easier way to take a screenshot on your PC using the Windows 11 Snipping Tool. 

windows 11 lock screen

How to turn off Windows 11 lock screen tips and tricks to avoid workday distractions

June 14, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan
Should you install Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC on your PC? Here's what to consider before you install - OnMSFT.com - June 14, 2022

Should you install Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC on your PC? Here's what to consider before you install

June 6, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan
windows package manager

How to install Microsoft Store apps and games on Windows 11 more efficiently with Windows Package Manager (aka winget)

May 31, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan
usb security key

Here's how fast you can add a USB security key on Windows 11

May 25, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan
usb startup key

How to create your own USB startup key from scratch on Windows 11

May 23, 2022May 20, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan
Xbox Series X Wireless Controller

Got a Xbox Wireless Controller driver error? Fix it with the Xbox Accessories app on Windows 11

May 18, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan
WINDOWS 11 START MENU LAYOUT

Hate the new Windows 11 Start Menu layout? Replace it with these 5 freeware apps and skins instead

May 12, 2022May 12, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan
windows 11 telemetry

How to disable Windows 11 telemetry and stop Microsoft from logging so much data

May 10, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan
Windows 11 narrator

How to stop or start Windows 11 Narrator

May 5, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan
secure windows 11

How to better secure Windows 11 and go passwordless using Microsoft Authenticator

May 3, 2022May 3, 2022 by Dave W. Shanahan
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