Managing Printers in Windows 11: Easy Settings Guide

by: Larry MillerPublished on: 30/05/2026

Learn how to manage printers in Windows 11 using the Settings app. Set defaults, adjust options, and more.

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Managing Printers in Windows 11: Easy Settings Guide

How to Change Which App Opens Any File Type in Windows 11

by: Larry MillerPublished on: 24/05/2026

Settings → Apps → Default apps → Choose defaults by file type gives a full A-Z list of every extension — click any to change its assigned app.

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How to Change Which App Opens Any File Type in Windows 11

Windows 11 Background Apps: Stop Silent Battery Drain

by: Larry MillerPublished on: 22/05/2026

Background apps silently drain your battery — disable them via Settings → Apps → Installed apps → Advanced options → Background app permissions → Never.

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Windows 11 Background Apps: Stop Silent Battery Drain

How to Set Up Multiple User Accounts in Windows 11 for Family or Housemates

by: Larry MillerPublished on: 20/05/2026

Share a Windows 11 PC without sharing your files — each user gets their own desktop, documents, browser history, app settings, and Windows Hello sign-in.

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How to Set Up Multiple User Accounts in Windows 11 for Family or Housemates