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Tech Optimizer
July 1, 2025
To uninstall McAfee antivirus software on various operating systems, follow these steps: Windows 11 & 10: 1. Open Settings and navigate to Apps (Installed apps in Windows 11). 2. Search for McAfee and select the product to remove. 3. Click the three-dot menu and select Uninstall. 4. Confirm the uninstallation and restart the computer. Windows 8: 1. Access the Start menu and right-click on the McAfee product. 2. Select Uninstall and confirm in the Programs and Features window. 3. Restart the computer after completion. Windows 7: 1. Open Control Panel and select Add or Remove Programs. 2. Choose the McAfee product and click Add/Remove or Change/Remove. 3. Confirm removal and restart the computer. Using the McAfee Removal Tool: 1. Download the MCPR tool from the McAfee website. 2. Run MCPR.exe and follow the prompts to uninstall. 3. Restart the computer after removal. Mac: 1. Open the Applications folder and launch the McAfee Internet Security Uninstaller. 2. Optionally, select to uninstall SiteAdvisor. 3. Enter the administrator password and complete the uninstallation. For multiple McAfee applications, uninstall them one at a time. For Android, toggle off McAfee Mobile Security in Device admin apps, then delete it from Apps. To uninstall McAfee Safe Connect or LiveSafe, follow similar steps in the Apps settings.
AppWizard
June 28, 2025
Michael has a decade of experience in technology journalism, covering topics from Apple to ZTE. He is a keyboard enthusiast at PCWorld, focusing on achieving the perfect typing experience and often customizing mechanical keyboards. His portfolio includes contributions to publications like Android Police, Digital Trends, Wired, Lifehacker, and How-To Geek, and he has covered major tech events such as CES and Mobile World Congress. He resides in Pennsylvania and enjoys outdoor activities, including kayaking.
AppWizard
June 28, 2025
TypInc is a roguelike deckbuilding typing game where players type passages on screen to survive for 30 days. Each day presents different passages, including excerpts from public domain literature like 1984 and The Yellow Wallpaper. Players earn in-game currency for survival, which can be spent on perks that enhance typing performance. The game features sound effects for bonuses and live feedback on typing accuracy and speed. TypInc is set to launch on June 30, with a demo currently available on Steam. It may face challenges on platforms like the Steam Deck due to the small screen affecting typing speeds.
Winsage
June 27, 2025
Microsoft has phased out WordPad from Windows 11 as of 2024. Notepad has undergone updates that introduced a modern user interface, tab support, and autosave features, but concerns have arisen about it losing its simplicity due to new features like spellchecking and AI capabilities. Microsoft plans to release Edit, a command line-based text editor, to provide a straightforward alternative for users. Alternatives to Notepad include Notepad++ and CherryTree, which offer more advanced features.
Winsage
June 24, 2025
Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5661 (KB5060838) has been released to the Dev Channel, introducing new features, improvements, and fixes. Key updates include: - A new personalized homepage for Recall, featuring recent snapshots and a list of top apps and websites. - A new setting allowing users to reposition hardware indicators for brightness, volume, airplane mode, and virtual desktops on the screen. - A Boolean option in the Configure Start Pins policy for administrators to apply Start menu pins just once. - AI actions in File Explorer are being reintroduced after a temporary removal. - Recent flights now display the selected country or region during device setup under Settings > Time & language > Language & region. Fixes include resolving input functionality issues, fixing explorer.exe crashes for users with the Italian display language, addressing performance issues in File Explorer, and correcting sorting issues in Windows Update history. Known issues include touch navigation problems in the new Start menu, issues with Xbox Controllers via Bluetooth, and delays in intelligent text actions in Click to Do on certain PCs. Users may also experience a two-step process to access the latest flight in the Dev Channel and potential rollback errors during installation.
Winsage
June 24, 2025
Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.4452 (KB5060836) has been released to the Beta Channel for users on Windows 11, version 24H2. The update includes new features, improvements, and fixes. Key features introduced: - A personalized homepage for Recall that displays recent snapshots and top apps/websites. - A new setting to reposition hardware indicators for brightness, volume, airplane mode, and virtual desktops. - A Boolean option in the Configure Start Pins policy for administrators to apply Start menu pins. - AI actions in File Explorer are being reintroduced. Fixes include: - Resolved input functionality issues and explorer.exe crashes. - Fixed issues in File Explorer Home and performance degradation. - Corrected sorting issues in Settings. Known issues involve touch navigation in the Start menu, bugchecks with Xbox Controllers, and problems with AI actions in File Explorer. Users joining the Beta Channel will first receive Build 26120.4250 before the latest update.
Winsage
June 22, 2025
Microsoft Windows 11 Pro is currently available for .97, reduced from its regular price of 9, but this offer is valid only until July 20. Windows 11 Pro includes features such as a sleek interface, snap layouts, improved voice typing, advanced security features (biometric logins, encrypted authentication, enhanced antivirus), tools for professionals (Microsoft Teams, Azure AD, Hyper-V, Windows Sandbox), touchscreen capability, an AI-powered assistant (Copilot), and support for DirectX 12 Ultimate for gaming. The minimum system requirements to run Windows 11 Pro are 4GB of RAM and 40GB of hard drive space.
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