Articles by Roland Freist
Use Microsoft Office apps in your browser for free
You don't have to buy Word, Excel, and company or pay for a subscription. The Office programs are also available as free online versions that run directly in the web browser and are completely sufficient for most tasks.
How to turn off Microsoft Word's text predictions
Hate Microsoft Word's predictive text? Here's how to turn it off.
How to use your browser as a password manager
The password managers of the major browsers were long regarded as narrow-gauge solutions for people who did not want to install separate tools. However, the current versions are catching up with the specialized programs.
10 must-know PC security tips that keep you safe online
Criminals are always finding new ways to steal confidential info and smuggle in malware. These tips can help keep you safe.
Your email account was hacked. What now?
Hackers hijack mail accounts to send spam unnoticed under someone else's name. But the intruders leave traces, and there are also ways to get rid of them again.
What is a zero day exploit? The most dangerous security attacks, explained
Zero-day gaps are software vulnerabilities for which no patch is yet available, although there is no time to lose. Nevertheless, you are not completely without protection.
How to turn on Windows' hidden PC performance overlay
Keep an eye on your system's vitals with Windows 11's hidden performance overlay.
How to open Windows' awesome Snipping Tool with a single key press
The screenshot app Snipping Tool integrated in Windows 10 and 11 can be set so that it's called up by pressing the print key. We show you how to do this.
Microsoft's free new developer app is handy for PC nerds, too
Microsoft has published a preview of the open source Dev Home app for Windows PCs. It's aimed at developers -- but also contains some widgets that are interesting for home users.
How to show seconds on Windows 11's taskbar clock
It's now possible to display seconds in the Windows 11 taskbar. Here's how.
How to use your laptop as a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot
Especially when travelling, it can be useful to use your own computer as a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot.
How to turn on Windows Game Mode (and fine-tune its settings)
Windows has a game mode that optimizes the system for maximum performance while gaming.
How to change Windows 11’s Start menu layout
In Windows 11 you have the ability to adjust the layout of the start window according to your individual preferences.
How to change Windows 11's save location for pictures and videos
You can change the default save location for photos and videos in the Windows Camera app to avoid space problems or to use a preferred drive.
Windows 11: How to activate efficiency mode for specific programs
Windows 11 offers an efficiency mode for specific applications, to reduce your computer's power consumption.
This deeply hidden Windows 11 feature adds colorful stickers to your desktop
Windows 11 offers a deeply hidden feature for beautifying the desktop with colorful clipart stickers.
How to transfer Wi-Fi passwords from one computer to another
Transfer your Wi-Fi profiles on Windows from one computer to another with these easy steps.
How to empty Windows 11's recycle bin automatically
To optimize the storage space on your Windows partition, you can activate an automatic clean-up of files that are no longer needed.