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  • How to Calculate a Moving Average in Microsoft Excel

    A moving average helps smooth out data by filtering out short-term fluctuations and highlighting longer-term trends. Whether you’re tracking stock prices, sales numbers, or website traffic, calculating a moving average in Excel is a quick way to get insights. Here’s how to do it. Step 1: Set Up Your Data Before anything else, make sure…

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  • How to Enable Internet Explorer Mode in Edge on Windows 10

    If you’re running a legacy web app that only works in Internet Explorer, you’re not alone—and you’re not stuck either. Microsoft Edge on Windows 10 comes with a built-in Internet Explorer mode (IE mode) that lets you open those older sites without switching browsers. Here’s how to turn it on. Why Use Internet Explorer Mode?…

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  • How to Generate Temporary Email Addresses Using the Linux Terminal

    Tired of giving out your real email just to sign up for a one-time download or access a forum you’ll never visit again? You’re not alone. That’s where temporary email addresses come in—burner inboxes that vanish after a short time, keeping your primary inbox clean and private. In this post, I’ll show you how to…

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  • 3 Top Secret Features of the Free VLC Media Player

    You probably know VLC Media Player as the go-to app for playing almost any video or audio format. It’s free, open source, and works on pretty much every platform. But what most people don’t realize is that VLC is packed with powerful hidden features—some of which rival paid software. Here are 3 top-secret features of…

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  • How to Make a Checklist in Excel

    Excel isn’t just for crunching numbers—it’s also a powerful tool for organization. Whether you’re managing a to-do list, tracking project tasks, or planning an event, a checklist in Excel can keep you on point and on time. Here’s how to build one from scratch in just a few minutes. Why Use Excel for a Checklist?…

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  • How to Fix Encrypt Contents to Secure Data Greyed Out in Windows 10

    Windows 10 includes a built-in file encryption feature to protect sensitive data. It’s supposed to be simple: right-click a file > Properties > Advanced > check “Encrypt contents to secure data.” But sometimes that checkbox is greyed out—and that’s where the headaches begin. If you’re stuck with this issue, don’t worry. Here’s a step-by-step guide…

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  • How to Separate First and Last Names in Microsoft Excel

    If you’ve ever imported a list of names into Excel and found them all crammed into one column, you know how frustrating it can be. Whether you’re managing a contact list, organizing employee data, or prepping a marketing spreadsheet, splitting first and last names into separate columns is a simple, powerful move. Here’s how to…

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  • How to Install Docker Desktop for Linux on Ubuntu 24.04

    Docker Desktop isn’t just for Mac and Windows anymore. If you’re running Ubuntu 24.04 and want a full-featured Docker Desktop experience—with GUI, Kubernetes support, and container management tools—you’re in luck. In this post, I’ll walk you through exactly how to install Docker Desktop for Linux on Ubuntu 24.04, step by step. Why Use Docker Desktop…

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  • TrustedInstaller Permissions: How to Add, Delete, or Change System Files

    If you’ve ever tried to modify a system file in Windows and got blocked by a cryptic error message, you’ve likely met “TrustedInstaller.” It’s a core Windows process that protects critical system files from being altered—even by administrators. While this is a good security feature, it can be frustrating if you need to make legitimate…

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  • How to Mea­sure Dis­tance and Area in Google Maps

    Whether you’re mapping out a running route, estimating the size of your backyard, or figuring out how far your next road trip will be, Google Maps has a built-in tool that makes it easy to measure distance and area. It’s free, it’s fast, and you don’t need any special software—just a browser or the mobile…

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