Jon Martindale

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A PC full of dust
How to clean your computer

By Jon Martindale, Hope Corrigan Published

Keep it clean Follow our tips to keep your PC dust-free.

Keep it clean
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How to clean your keyboard

By Hope Corrigan Last updated

Keep it clean Follow our tips to rescue your keyboard from crumbs, spills, dust, and more.

Keep it clean
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How to backup Windows 10

By Jon Martindale Published

Ask PC Gamer Whether you just want to backup your files or create an entire copy of Windows, we've got you covered.

Ask PC Gamer
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How to turn your desk into a standing desk for work and gaming

By Jon Martindale Published

Sit-stand Several options for converting your existing desk into one that's healthier for you, without overspending.

Sit-stand
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How to find your system specs in Windows

By Jon Martindale Published

Quick tips The easiest free tools to look up exactly what's running inside your PC.

Quick tips
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How to find your IP address

By Jon Martindale Published

Guide Easily find your public and local IP addresses whenever you need to using web tools and ipconfig.

Guide
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What is the Windows.old folder, and how do you get rid of it?

By Jon Martindale Published

Ask PCG Why's that Windows.old folder using up gigabytes of space, and how do you get rid of it?

Ask PCG
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What is Windows Service Host SuperFetch and how do you fix it?

By Jon Martindale Published

Ask PC Gamer Service Host SuperFetch is a Windows process that improves hard drive performance, but sometimes cause slowdown with an SSD.

Ask PC Gamer

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