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I've abandoned third-party antivirus and I'm never looking back
Times have changed, and third-party antivirus software is no longer a necessity. Here's why I only use Windows Security, plus some things I've learned about the free, built-in antivirus platform. Our suggestion to use Windows Defender instead of third-party antivirus software is only intended for the personal computing crowd. Businesses have their own unique environments that often require additional third-party antivirus, VPN, and other network security settings.
Why the Surface Pen Is My Must-Have Accessory Original
One of the biggest selling points to me about the Surface when I purchased it was its touchscreen capabilities, and the Surface Pen was an accessory available for it. Here's how I use it, and why I wouldn't hesitate to buy a Surface Pen again. It's Satisfying to Sign Documents With the Surface Pen I remember when I received an email with a PDF document attached that required my signature, and how excited I was to use my Surface Pen to sign a document for the first time.
Why I Only Use Gmail on Microsoft Outlook (And You Should Too) Original
I'd bet that when you think about Outlook, you think of using it for your work emails or maybe your Microsoft personal accounts. I used to think of Outlook the same way until I added my Gmail accounts to Outlook and discovered a number of great features. One of the first features I discovered was how easy it was to send a new email message from different email addresses.
I’ve Abandoned Third-Party Antivirus and I’m Never Looking Back Original
Did you know that Windows has had built-in antivirus solutions that is on par with the best you can buy? Here's why I only use Windows Security, plus some pointers about the various sections within Windows Security. The Difference Between Windows Defender and Windows Security The modern iteration of Windows Security came about during Windows 8 era, and was simply introduced as Windows Defender, replacing the older Microsoft Security Essentials.
3 Ways I Use Copilot to Improve My Microsoft Excel Experience Original
By integrating Copilot into Excel, Microsoft has given itself a competitive edge in both the desktop and online environments. In this article, I'll break down a few of my favorite things Copilot can do in Excel and what I'd like to see it tackle in the future.
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How Outlook's Scheduling Assistant Helps Me Effortlessly Organize Meetings Original
Though scheduling meetings is nothing new, I'd bet that there may be some of you that overlook the Scheduling Assistant when creating new meetings. Here are several ways I use the Scheduling Assistant to help me more rapidly create new meetings. At-A-Glance Availability View In the Calendar section of Outlook you'll notice a preview pane along the right side.
How to Turn Your Notes Into a Formatted Document in Microsoft Word
We use Word when we're brainstorming or want to ensure that our ideas don't get lost. Here are some best practices for converting random information into a more easily manageable document. Removing Redundant or Duplicated Notes You're tasked with taking notes at a meeting, and you decide to use Word to capture your notes and thoughts about the meeting; the only problem is that the document you're left with is a little bit messy and in need of organization.
The 3 Essential Accessories I Use on My Microsoft Surface Original
The Microsoft Surface line has a variety of models in its line-up and was originally released to the public as far back as 2013. In this article, I'll discuss the three accessories that I cannot live without and use constantly on my particular Surface—the Surface Book 2. At the time of this writing, Microsoft fully supports the Surface Book 2. I'd be remiss if I didn't mention that Microsoft currently has this line of Surface discontinuing support on October 14, 2025.
Microsoft Publisher Has a Retirement Date: 5 Tools to Try Instead Original
Many are preparing to say "goodbye" to Microsoft Publisher, which is set to be retired in October, 2026. I'll outline some alternatives to consider using ahead of the retirement date so that you're not left in the dark. Adobe InDesign Adobe InDesign is desktop publishing software available to both consumers and businesses since 1999.
Is It Worth Using the Microsoft 365 Mobile App? Original
The Microsoft 365 app is designed to bridge your most frequently used collaboration tasks, making it easy to complete them from one platform. In this article I'll discuss this app in more detail, why I recommend looking into using it on your mobile device, and my overall views and impressions. What Is Microsoft 365 App On Mobile? The Microsoft 365 app allows you to accessing your files stored on OneDrive, capture your documents, use Microsoft's AI (Copilot), and more.
How to Get Organized With Ease Thanks to Microsoft Loop Original
Microsoft Loop is mainly marketed for business users, but it's also available to users with individual Microsoft 365 accounts, too. Microsoft markets this product as a way to, "Think, plan, and create together." Here's how the Loop app can help you take notes, make to-do lists, plan trips, and more. Where Can I Access Loop? Microsoft Loop is available online as an app for those who have a Microsoft 365 account.
How I Use OneNote to Easily Organize My Research Original
OneNote is journal-creating software designed by Microsoft to be a space where you can jot down ideas, conduct research, and create a highly interactive canvas-style map of "pieces" that will help you organize all those pieces. Here's how I use it with my research materials, and how you can too. OneNote Is a Great Organization Tool I have used OneNote through the years both personally and professionally.
Microsoft Teams Isn't Just for Work: Here's How I Use It at Home
Microsoft Teams has replaced Skype for Business for more than half a decade, but Microsoft Teams can also be used outside your work environment. In this article, I'll outline why you should consider using it, where to find it, and some of the things I use it for. I invite you to give it a try too. Why Use Teams Outside of Work? I can hear many of you already asking (perhaps even in a loud voice) why in the heck should you use an app that is designed for a business use-case in your personal life?
This Single Feature Makes New Outlook for Windows Worth It
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This Single Feature Makes New Outlook for Windows Worth It Original
I've used Outlook for decades in both personal and professional settings and have come to depend on its integration with the Windows ecosystem. The new Outlook brings a refreshed calendar management system that is a huge improvement that makes my work—and hopefully yours—much easier. The Old Outlook Calendar Had Problems The old Outlook breaks each calendar into its own window, which feels messy and cluttered.
Why I Wish I Started Using OneDrive Sooner Original
I discovered OneDrive under some pretty harrowing circumstances. Despite this fact, however, when I found out that not only was my data more secure on the cloud but also had version control and could be called up on another device, I felt that this peace of mind was worth the dollars a month it cost. In this article, I will provide the story behind what led me to start using OneDrive, a general overview of the application, use-cases that make it stand out, and my overall impressions.
6 Ways New Outlook for Windows Helps Me Save Time Original
I have been a happy user of "new Outlook for Windows" since it launched, and utilize its streamlined features for email, calendar, and contact management. These are my top suggestions for using Outlook to its best, which help make me more productive and save me time. Alongside using Quick Steps in Outlook, the quick action menu also saves me loads of time; it means I don't have to flick between all of Outlook's different sections to create something.
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