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Windows 10 – Apps Management ”; Previous Next Windows 10 offers you multiple ways to access your applications. Like discussed earlier, one of the most basic ways is to open the Search menu and click All Apps. This will present an alphabetical list of all the applications installed in your computer. If there is an application that was recently installed, it will be labeled as “New” in the menu. Uninstalling Applications There are three ways in which you can remove an unwanted application − From the Start Menu From the Settings window From the Control Panel Here are the steps for each way. Uninstalling an Application from the Start Menu Perhaps the easiest way to uninstall an application is from the Start Menu. To do this, follow these steps − Step 1 − Open the Start Menu and click on All Apps. Step 2 − Find the application you want to uninstall on the list, and right-click on it. Step 3 − On the menu, choose Uninstall. After this, follow the steps needed to complete the process. These steps will vary for each application. Uninstalling an Application from the Settings window A new and different way to uninstall an application is from the new Settings window. To do this, follow these steps − Step 1 − Open the Start Menu and click Settings. Step 2 − On the SETTINGS window, choose System. Step 3 − On the SYSTEM window, choose Apps & features. Step 4 − On the Apps & features window, search for the application you want to uninstall in the search box. Step 5 − From the results, click on the application and choose Uninstall. Uninstalling Applications from the Control Panel The third way to uninstall an application is more traditional, because it uses the popular Control Panel window. To use this method, follow these steps − Step 1 − Open the Control Panel by searching for it in the Search bar. Step 2 − After the Control Panel is open, choose Programs and Features. Step 3 − The Programs and Features window will present a list of all the applications installed in your computer. To uninstall an application, just click on it and use the Uninstall button. An alternate way is to right-click the application on the list. This window also gives you other details about the applications you have installed like − The date it was installed. The size it occupies on the hard disk. The specific version of this application. Print Page Previous Next Advertisements ”;

Windows 10 – Tablet Mode ”; Previous Next The Tablet Mode is a new feature in Windows 10, which allows the user to switch the system interface, whenever a tablet is detached from a base or dock. When the Tablet Mode activates, the Start Menu goes full-screen. During Tablet Mode, many other windows like the File Explorer or the Settings window also open at full screen. How to Activate the Tablet Mode? Step 1 − Open the Start Menu and select “Settings”. Step 2 − Select the “System” option. Step 3 − Turn the Tablet Mode switch from “Off” to “On”. Print Page Previous Next Advertisements ”;

Windows 10 – Remote Access ”; Previous Next Remote Desktop is a feature that allows you to access another computer on a remote location from your computer. Allowing Remote Access to your Computer To use Remote Access, the remote computer must be configured first to accept remote connections. This setting is turned off by default to avoid unwanted connections, but to turn it on, follow these steps − Step 1 − Open the Control Panel by searching for it in the Search bar. Step 2 − After the Control Panel is open, choose System. Step 3 − In the System window, note the “Computer Name”; you’ll need it later. Step 4 − After that, click the “Change settings” link to open the System Properties window. Step 5 − In the System Properties window, you can review the “Computer Name” again, and then click on the Remote tab. Step 6 − In the Remote tab, select the option that reads “Allow Remote connection to this computer”. Step 7 − After selecting the appropriate option, make sure you click Apply or OK to save your changes. This will allow other users to access your computer remotely. Use Remote Desktop to access another Computer Now that you’ve ensured that the remote computer will allow your connection, follow these steps to access it remotely. Step 1 − Open the Remote Desktop Connection window by searching for it in the Taskbar. Step 2 − On the Remote Desktop Connection window, type the name of the computer you want to access and click Connect. Step 3 − After this, you will see the Desktop of the remote computer appear, allowing you to work in it. Print Page Previous Next Advertisements ”;

Windows 10 – Virtualization ”; Previous Next One of the features that Windows 10 has included is the capacity of creating virtual machines. A virtual machine is the software emulation of a computer system. They are created within a real or physical computer, allowing you to create multiple separate “computers” that can run different operating systems and programs. These virtual machines are handled using a special software called a Hypervisor. In this case, Microsoft’s own Hyper-V. Due to the advanced nature of virtualization, not all computers can run virtual machines. In the past, this feature was reserved for servers. But with operating systems like Windows 10, users can create their own virtual machines too. Pre-requisites in Windows 10 The basic pre-requisites for creating and running virtual machines in Windows 10 are the following − A 64-bit edition of Windows 10 Pro or Windows Enterprise. Hyper-V isn’t available for Windows 10 Home edition. Your computer processor needs to support virtualization, or more specifically SLAT (Secondary Level Address Translation). Virtualization has to be enabled in your computer’s BIOS. This is a small program that handles the boot-up of your computer making sure everything is in the right place. What Windows version do you have? To find out what specific Windows version you have, follow these steps − Step 1 − Open the Control Panel by searching for it in the Search bar. Step 2 − After the Control Panel is open, choose System. Step 3 − In the System window you can see what specific Windows version and what type of processor (CPU) your computer has. Enabling Virtualization in the BIOS The BIOS is a small program that runs whenever you turn on your computer. Its basic function is to help the computer boot up by making sure everything is working properly. However, it also controls some advanced features within your computer, some of which have to be enabled in order to work. One example is Virtualization. To enable virtualization, follow these steps − Step 1 − Restart your computer and enter the BIOS setup. This is done by pressing a key just as the computer is turned on. The key you have to press varies from one system to another, but it usually is F2, F10, or Delete. Most systems tell you which key to press to enter the setup, or you can consult your computer manual. Step 2 − After entering the BIOS setup, you must enable all virtualization settings. The BIOS also varies greatly from system to system, depending on the brand. Step 3 − After enabling all necessary settings, save and exit the BIOS setup. This is usually done by pressing F10. After this, the computer will restart. Setting Up Hyper-V To create and manage virtual machines, you need to set up Microsoft Hyper-V. To do this, follow these steps − Step 1 − Open the Control Panel by searching for it in the Search bar. Step 2 − After the Control Panel is open, choose Programs and Features. Step 3 − In the Programs and Features window, click “Turn Windows features on or off”. Step 4 − In the Windows Features window, look for the Hyper-V feature and check all the boxes. Windows will then install and configure Hyper-V, after which it will ask you to restart and confirm the changes. It will then go through a series of restarts to finish configuring your system. Using Hyper-V to Create a Virtual Machine After Hyper-V finishes installing, you can open it and use it to create virtual machines in your Windows 10 computer. To start Hyper-V and create a virtual machine, follow these steps − Step 1 − Enter Control Panel and select Administrative Tools. Step 2 − In the Administrative Tools window, click on Hyper-V Manager. Step 3 − When Hyper-V starts, you will see the name of your computer on the left-side of the application. Select the computer to work on it. Step 4 − On the Action menu, select New and Virtual Machine. You can also do this from the sidebar on the right-side of the application, under Actions. Step 5 − Hyper-V will open the New Virtual Machine Wizard to help you in the process of creating a virtual machine. Here you can click the Finish button to create a virtual machine with some basic configurations. Advanced users can click Next to go through the steps of creating a customized virtual machine. Step 6 − After the virtual machine is created, you will see it inside the Hyper-V window. Like real, physical computers, virtual machines need to have an operating system installed in order to work. Hyper-V allows you to turn them on or shut them down using the buttons on the right side. Print Page Previous Next Advertisements ”;

Windows 10 – Cortana ”; Previous Next Cortana is Microsoft’s intelligent personal assistant. It is included in Windows 10, as well as with other Microsoft systems and devices like Windows Phones and Xbox, among others. Cortana will help you find things in your computer, set appointments, answer questions, and many other things. To use Cortana simply type a question in the search box in the Taskbar, or click the microphone icon and talk to Cortana. The icons on the left-side are for − Home Notebook Reminders Feedback Home is the initial Cortana window where you can type or ask questions. Activating Cortana If Cortana isn’t active, you can turn it on by typing “Cortana” in the Taskbar search to access the Cortana settings, or just clicking the “Gear” icon on the left-side of the menu. After activating Cortana, it will start gathering information about you to personalize the experience. You can also customize how Cortana responds to you. Personalizing Cortana To further customize Cortana and personalize your interactions with it, you can also access the Cortana Notebook. This notebook stores what Cortana knows about you. You can also add reminders by either typing them or talking to Cortana. Print Page Previous Next Advertisements ”;

Windows 10 – Web Browsing ”; Previous Next Windows 10 includes the first version of Microsoft’s new browser − Edge. By default, Edge can be accessed by clicking on the icon placed on the taskbar. When Edge opens, it presents a window similar to most browsers. The toolbar, however, is more simplified than the Internet Explorer. It features the following buttons − Back − Takes you to the previous web page. Forward − Takes you to the next web page. Refresh − Reloads the web page. New tab − Add another tab to see a different web page. Hub (Favorites and History) − See lists of favorite web pages and history of visited web pages. Web Notes − Make Web Notes on the web page. Share − Share the web page via e-mail or other methods. More options − See more options to configure the browser. Adding a Web Page to your Favorites Like most browsers, Edge allows you to store pages that you visit frequently as “Favorites”. To do this, follow these steps − Step 1 − Go to the page you want to add as a “Favorite”. Step 2 − Click on the “Star” button on the right-side of the browser. You can then access your list of Favorite websites by clicking the “Hub” button on your browser. Reviewing Browsing History The same “Hub” button can also present you a list or “History” of web pages you’ve visited. If you wish, you can clear the history by clicking on the “Clear all history” option in the menu. Print Page Previous Next Advertisements ”;

Windows 10 – Notifications ”; Previous Next Windows 10 features a new way to present notifications. You can see them in the Notification Area in the lower-right corner of your screen. Clicking the Notification icon will bring up a sidebar called the ACTION CENTER. The upper part of the sidebar features Tips and App notifications, while the lower part of the sidebar presents a series of Quick Action buttons. Customizing Notifications You can customize what notifications Windows 10 presents you in the sidebar by following these steps − Step 1 − Go to the SETTINGS window and choose System. Step 2 − In the SYSTEM window, select Notifications & actions. The screen will then show you different settings where you can customize what notifications Windows 10 will show. Print Page Previous Next Advertisements ”;

Windows 10 – Backup & Recovery ”; Previous Next Windows 10 features several tools to help you perform backups of your documents. Here are some of these tools. File History File History will perform a back-up of the files located in your libraries (Documents, Pictures, Music, etc.) It allows you to choose a drive, where you can back-up your files and then asks you when to do it. To configure the File History backup, follow these steps − Step 1 − Go to SETTINGS and select Update & security. Step 2 − In the UPDATE & SECURITY window, select Backup. Step 3 − Click “Add a drive” to choose where to store your backup. Backup & Restore (Windows 7) This tool, which was removed in Windows 8 and 8.1, was brought back allowing you to perform back-ups and restore data from old Windows 7 backups. However, it also lets to back-up your regular documents on Windows 10. To open the Back-up & Restore, follow these steps − Step 1 − Open the Control Panel by searching for it in the Search bar. Step 2 − After the Control Panel is open, choose Backup and Restore (Windows 7). Step 3 − In the Backup and Restore window, you can choose to “Set up backup”. Step 4 − In the Set up backup window, choose where you want to store your backup. When choosing any of the listed storage devices, Windows 10 will give you information about that specific device. After choosing the desired destination, click Next. Step 5 − In the next window, you can choose what files you want to backup. Windows default is to store everything in your libraries (Documents, Pictures, etc.) and in your Desktop, but you can also choose specific files and folders to backup. After making your selection, click Next. Step 6 − In the last window, you can review the settings of your backup and establish the schedule in which you want to perform it. Step 7 − In the end, click Save settings and run backup. The backup will perform at the scheduled time. Creating a System Image In case your computer failing, Windows 10 offers you some alternatives to restore it to a specific state. One of these alternatives is creating what is called a system image. A system image is a copy of all your system and program files needed for your computer to run properly. You can use this option to store an image of your computer at a specific moment, and use it to restore your computer to that state later. The option to create a system image is in the same Backup and Restore window we discussed before. Step 1 − Open the Backup and Restore window from the Control Panel. Step 2 − On the Backup and Restore window, choose the “Create a system image” option on the left. Step 3 − On the Create a system image window, you can choose where to store the backup from among three places: your hard disk, on DVD’s, or in the network. After choosing where to store the backup, click Next. Step 4 − In the next window, just confirm your image settings and click Start backup. Resetting the PC Another alternative Windows 10 offers you for system recovery is simply called “Reset this PC”. This option will allow you to return your computer to its default factory settings. It will also give you the option of keeping your files or removing everything. To reset your PC, follow these steps − Step 1 − Go to SETTINGS and select Update & security. Step 2 − On the UPDATE & SECURITY window, select Recovery. Step 3 − On the Recovery window, you can click the “Get started” button under Reset this PC. Step 4 − The next window, will ask you whether you want to reset your settings and applications, but still keep your personal files, or just remove everything and return your computer to its default state. Advanced Options Windows 10 features several advanced options to restore your PC. Although these are meant for advanced users, you can access them from the same Update & Security window that we have discussed before. Step 1 − Open the Settings window and select UPDATE & SECURITY. Step 2 − On the UPDATE & SECURITY window, select Recovery. Under Advanced startup, click the Restart now button. Step 3 − When Windows 10 restarts, it will present you a menu of options to select from. The same menu will appear whenever Windows tries to boot unsuccessfully. Print Page Previous Next Advertisements ”;

Windows 10 – Start Menu ”; Previous Next The Start Menu is the main point of access to your applications. There are two main ways to open it − Step 1 − Use your mouse to click Windows icon in the lower-left corner of the taskbar. Step 2 − Press the Windows key on your keyboard. The Windows 10 Start Menu features two panes. The left pane resembles the traditional Start Menu from Windows 7 and earlier, while the right pane features live tiles that were used in Windows 8. Left Pane Among the things you can do in the left pane are − Click the username at the top of the menu to change account settings or log in with another user. Access the applications you use more frequently. A small arrow next to an application will open a sub-menu with a list of recent documents opened with that application. Open the “File Explorer” to navigate your folders and files. Change the settings of your computer like your Internet connection or changing your background. See different options to shut down your computer. See a list of all the applications installed in your computer. Search Box The “Search box” on the Taskbar will allow you to search within your documents and files or on the Web for anything you write. The initial results will appear within the Start Menu itself. The results will be grouped according to the closest match (or matches) labeled “Best match” at the top of the list. The remaining results will be grouped according to what they are or their location − Web results Documents or folders Apps System settings The icons on the left side of the menu do the following − The Gear icon will allow you to configure the settings of your Search. This icon will let you send Feedback to Microsoft on what you like or dislike about Windows. The Cortana icon will activate Windows’ new personal assistant. Clicking “My stuff” or “Web” at the bottom will expand the Start Menu and limit your results to the location you choose, as well as streamlining the search. Right Pane The right pane features a varied array of tiles, similar to the ones that were seen on the Start Screen of Windows 8. These tiles can be moved and dragged to different places by holding the mouse button. You can also configure them by right-clicking on them to see options to resize them or “unpin” them (remove them) from the Menu. The whole Start Menu can also be resized by dragging the borders with the mouse to the desired size. Print Page Previous Next Advertisements ”;

Windows 10 – Taskbar ”; Previous Next The Windows 10 taskbar sits at the bottom of the screen giving the user access to the Start Menu, as well as the icons of frequently used applications. On the right-side, the Taskbar features the Notification Area which informs the user of different things like the state of the Internet connection or the charge of the laptop battery. The icons in the middle of the Taskbar are “pinned” applications, which is a way to have a quick access to applications you use frequently. “Pinned” applications will stay in the Taskbar until you “unpin” them. Pin an Application to the Taskbar Step 1 − Search for the application you want to pin in the Start Menu. Step 2 − Right-click on the application. Step 3 − Select “More” option at the top of the menu. Step 4 − Select the “Pin to taskbar” option. This will attach or “pin” the application icon to your Windows Taskbar. Unpin an Application from the Taskbar To “unpin” it, just right-click the icon in the Taskbar and select “Unpin from taskbar”. You can “pin” it back again any time you want. Notification Area The Notification Area is located at the right side of the Taskbar. It shows different types of notifications from your computer like your Internet connection, or the volume level. At first, the Notification Area shows a limited amount of icons. But you can click the upward arrow on its left-side to see other icons as well. Task View Task View allows you to quickly move within your open windows and applications. You can access it by clicking the “Task View” button from the Taskbar. You can also press and hold the Windows key, and then press Tab to achieve the same result. By pressing the Alt+Tab keyboard shortcut also serves a similar purpose. Print Page Previous Next Advertisements ”;