What is OneNote and How to Use It

What is OneNote and How to Use It

The author recommends Microsoft OneNote, a free, versatile note-taking app that organizes content into Notebooks, Sections, and Pages. It allows for typed, handwritten, or dictated notes, supports audio, drawing, and web content, and searches including text in images. It works across devices and requires a Microsoft email account.

Windows 11, Part 7, Settings

Windows 11, Part 7, Settings

Settings are the nervous system of your computer. It adjusts, aligns, helps, instructs, and keeps the rest of your computer system running in good shape. For new users venturing into the world of Windows 11, acquainting yourself with the Settings menu is paramount to customizing and controlling your experience. Diving into the Settings area can…

Windows 11, Part 3, Personalization

Windows 11, Part 3, Personalization

Today’s guide dives into personalizing Windows 11, starting with applying Themes, which now include enhanced color palettes and wallpapers. Users can easily change themes, customize desktop backgrounds, and avoid unreadable text by choosing contrasting colors. The Taskbar’s functionality expands with configurable Widgets for quick information access and the “Task view” for multiple desktops. Users can personalize these features without harm to their systems, and the changes are easily reversible.

Windows 11, Part 1, Start Menu

Windows 11, Part 1, Start Menu

Ron shares their experience with Windows 11, noting the new Start Menu and taskbar layout. Users with Windows 10 can remain comfortable until October 14, 2025, when support ends. Detailed instructions on customizing the Start Menu’s pinned apps area are provided. The author seeks feedback on Windows 11 and potential interest in a podcast discussing tech topics.

Everything for Windows

Everything for Windows

  I mentioned “Everything for Windows” in one of the “Sites in Review” series a couple of weeks ago. A reader emailed and said, “Ron, I cannot find your article from 2023 about ‘Everything.’” She continued, “Could you shoot me a copy of it?” Well, of course, I would email her a copy. However, after…