Shan Abdul

Islamabad

Staff Writer at MUO

Writer at Freelance

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6 Threats That Incognito Mode Can't Protect You From

1 week ago | howtogeek.com | Shan Abdul

Incognito mode isn’t as private as you might assume. While it prevents your browser from saving your history and cookies, that’s only a tiny part of the tracking it blocks. You're still vulnerable to numerous privacy and security risks. Here are some common threats you should watch out for. 6 Your Internet Activity Isn’t Fully Private From Your ISP Private browsing doesn’t hide your activity from your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
6 Tasks You Should Do Regularly on Your Windows Computer

1 week ago | howtogeek.com | Shan Abdul

Given how much our Windows computers handle, they need some upkeep to run smoothly. Without regular maintenance, performance may dip, security can be at risk, and hardware issues might go unnoticed. Here are some routine tasks you should do to help your computer run without hiccups. Windows automatically installs critical security and system updates, but it leaves some updates as optional, letting you decide whether or not to install them.
5 Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Windows Experience

1 week ago | howtogeek.com | Shan Abdul

When you freshly install Windows or get a new device, everything feels clean—the desktop is tidy, drives are empty, and boot times are fast. Over time, we often make mistakes that can spoil the overall Windows experience. If you want Windows to look clean and run like new, here are some mistakes to avoid. 5 Adding Too Many Startup Apps Allowing too many apps to run at startup is one of the most common mistakes that can make you dislike Windows.
Windows Notifications Getting Annoying? Change These 5 Settings

1 week ago | howtogeek.com | Shan Abdul

While Windows notifications keep us informed, a constantly flashing screen filled with pop-ups can quickly become annoying. Thankfully, you don’t have to deal with the distraction. Windows lets you manage and limit notifications to quiet the noise while staying updated on what truly matters. 5 Turn Off All Notifications There are moments when we want complete silence—like when you're screen recording, focusing on deep work, giving a presentation, or gaming.
5 Hidden Windows Features You Should Be Using

1 week ago | howtogeek.com | Shan Abdul

I used to think I knew Windows pretty well—until I stumbled upon some features hidden in plain sight, which can make a big difference in how you use your device. Even if you've been using Windows for years, there's a good chance you've missed a few of these. Here are some features worth checking out. 5 Make Use of Dynamic Lock Imagine your PC locking itself when you walk away—no extra effort required. That’s precisely what Windows' Dynamic Lock feature offers.
6 Settings to Make Your Windows 11 Desktop More Minimalist

2 weeks ago | howtogeek.com | Shan Abdul

A desktop overloaded with shortcuts and a taskbar filled with pinned apps can make your desktop look messy and harder to navigate. Fortunately, Windows offers plenty of customization options to make your setup more minimalist. Here’s how I keep my desktop clean—and how you can do the same.
This App Helped Me Completely Overhaul Windows 11

2 weeks ago | makeuseof.com | Shan Abdul

Microsoft gave the Windows interface a complete makeover in Windows 11, and most of the old registry hacks no longer work to reverse these changes. That’s why I use Start11 to make it look how I want. Not vibing with the default look? It's time to add your personal touch. Get Started With Start11 The tool I use to customize Windows 11, Start11, offers a free trial and then costs a one-time fee of $9.99. A multi-device package is available if you want to use it across multiple devices.
7 Common Router Placement Mistakes You Should Avoid

2 weeks ago | howtogeek.com | Shan Abdul

Your high-speed internet connection may not perform at its best if the router isn’t positioned in the right spot. Poor placement can weaken the signal, slow speed, and create dead zones. To get the most out of your internet plan, here are some common router placement mistakes you must avoid.
Using Everything App? Here’s How to Get the Most Out of It

2 weeks ago | howtogeek.com | Shan Abdul

The Everything app makes file searching effortless, but if you only use it for basic searches, you're missing out. Recently, I began using filters, excluding folders and bookmarking searches, which completely transformed how I find files. Here's how to use this powerful app the right way. 5 Exclude Unwanted Folders From Results By default, Everything indexes all drives and folders, meaning every search returns results from your whole storage.
6 Activities to Keep You Busy When the Internet Goes Down

3 weeks ago | howtogeek.com | Shan Abdul

Losing internet access can feel like everything comes to a standstill, and repeatedly refreshing the Wi-Fi doesn't help. While it used to frustrate me, experiencing these issues has taught me how to make the most of the downtime. Here are some ways to pass the time until the internet is back up. 1 Keep Working Offline Having no internet doesn't have to mean putting work on hold.