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| BBCWorld - 9 hours ago (BBCWorld)Fire crews are taking advantage of the pause from hot and dry conditions to battle the still out-of-control blaze. Read...Newslink ©2024 to BBCWorld | ![](/n.gif) |
| ![](/n.gif) | | BBCWorld - 9 hours ago (BBCWorld)Alexandra Humphreys brings you the weather forecast for the first week of the Olympic Games Read...Newslink ©2024 to BBCWorld | ![](/n.gif) |
| ![](/n.gif) | | RadioNZ - 26 Jul (RadioNZ)![NZ Located](/pimages/nzsmall.gif) A poison drop to cull the number of rabbits in central Blenheim has been delayed after warm weather meant the pest already had `a lot of feed`. Read...Newslink ©2024 to RadioNZ | ![](/n.gif) |
| ![](/n.gif) | | Stuff.co.nz - 26 Jul (Stuff.co.nz)![NZ Located](/pimages/nzsmall.gif) Warm weather and too much grass may continue to delay efforts to cull the number of rabbits in central Blenheim. Read...Newslink ©2024 to Stuff.co.nz | ![](/n.gif) |
| ![](/n.gif) | | Stuff.co.nz - 25 Jul (Stuff.co.nz)![NZ Located](/pimages/nzsmall.gif) Access to a walking track at an internationally recognised lagoon has been blocked due to bad weather and ongoing issues with water levels. Read...Newslink ©2024 to Stuff.co.nz | ![](/n.gif) |
| ![](/n.gif) | | PC World - 25 Jul (PC World)Power surges can happen when you least expect—and when they do, your pricey tech devices and gadgets can get damaged. Whether phones, laptops, desktops, monitors, or gaming consoles, they’re all at risk and deserve surge protection.
Well, this Anker Surge Protector will provide that protection and give you peace of mind for just $22. On sale and down from its usual $30 price, this versatile power strip is an essential addition to your workstation.
The craziest thing about this surge protector is that it can power up to 11 devices simultaneously with its 8 AC outlets, 2 USB-A ports, and 1 high-speed 20W USB-C PD port. The outlets are thoughtfully placed on three sides, providing optimized access and reduced clutter.
And it doesn’t take up much space, either. The whole thing 4.5 inches long, 3.6 inches wide, and 1.6 inches thick. You can tuck this thing anywhere out of sight, and it’ll reach with its 5-foot cord.
Safety is paramount, of course, and the built-in 2000J surge protection keeps your devices safe from sudden power surges and voltage spikes, even during storms. It’s especially key if you live in an area prone to electrical fluctuations or unexpected weather changes.
This discounted Anker Surge Protector is the only thing you’ll need on your desk to keep everything powered and protected. For just $22 on Amazon, it’s a must-buy with no regrets.
The 11-device Anker Surge Protector is $22 right nowBuy now on Amazon Read...Newslink ©2024 to PC World | ![](/n.gif) |
| ![](/n.gif) | | PC World - 25 Jul (PC World)Once in a while, we come across these multi-function thingamajigs that leave us wondering why we haven’t thought of that particular combo of functions before—like the Hiwevvy telescopic camping light that’s now available for $88, down from its $110 MSRP.
This camping light is more than just a light source. It’s also a Bluetooth speaker and a power bank that can recharge your other devices, making it an ideal companion for outdoor adventures and activities.
The lantern aspect has a telescopic design, featuring a retractable pole that extends up to 40 inches so the light source can reach higher and illuminate more of the campsite. The lamp head rotates 180 degrees, allowing you to focus it in whichever direction you need.
Multiple lighting modes are available: there’s a cold light, a warm light, and an RGB ambient light. With up to 800 lumens of brightness, you’ll be able to have plenty of fun and vision, even at night.
The light has a sizable 14,000mAh battery capacity that provides up to 45 hours of lighting, but can also be used to recharge devices through its USB-A output. When it runs low, you can recharge the light itself using your car via the USB-C input.
The entire thing is only 10.4 inches tall and 2.8 inches wide when fully collapsed, so even when you don’t need the light, you can still use it as a portable Bluetooth speaker and/or charger.
It’s also waterproof and protected against dust and oil with its IPX5 rating, which means it’s reliable in all weather conditions.
Overall, it’s just a versatile device that can come in handy for all sorts of uses, especially when you’re outside. This multi-functional camping light is worth it for just $88 on Amazon.
This light + speaker + charger is on sale for $88Buy now on Amazon Read...Newslink ©2024 to PC World | ![](/n.gif) |
| ![](/n.gif) | | Stuff.co.nz - 24 Jul (Stuff.co.nz)![NZ Located](/pimages/nzsmall.gif) The move comes following severe weather in Wairoa this year, combined with the ongoing impacts from Cyclone Gabrielle. Read...Newslink ©2024 to Stuff.co.nz | ![](/n.gif) |
| ![](/n.gif) | | BBCWorld - 24 Jul (BBCWorld)The 27 crew remain in life rafts in the South Atlantic ocean after a rescue attempt was abandoned. Read...Newslink ©2024 to BBCWorld | ![](/n.gif) |
| ![](/n.gif) | | PC World - 23 Jul (PC World)Windows 11 is now three years old, and over the years there have been several major updates that have both added new features and changed the look and feel.
It’s easy to miss out on all the smart features that can make you more efficient at your computer, and in this article we’ll focus on the most important tools, namely the start menu, widgets, the Microsoft Store app store and the taskbar.
Start menu
Reset the Start button
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Do you dislike that the Start button has moved from the left corner to the center? Fortunately, this is easy to fix.
HOW? Open the Settings > Personalization > Taskbar. Click on the Taskbar behaviors and change the Taskbar alignment from Center to Left.
Check the Pin list
The Start menu has also been redesigned, and the biggest innovation is the Pin feature. It automatically places programs and apps that you use frequently — but you can also take control.
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HOW? Tap on the Start and select All apps. Locate a program, right-click and select Pin to Start. You can also do the same with folders in Explorer.
To control Pin, right-click on an icon and select Remove from Start to delete it. You can also select Move to front to put it at the top of the list.
Control the recommendations
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Right below the Pin, you’ll find some icons under the heading Recommended and to get a longer list, click on More. This is where your latest documents and other things that Microsoft thinks are important automatically end up, but you can also control the list yourself.
HOW? Right-click on an icon and select Remove from the list.
Add more shortcuts
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You decide what appears under Start. For example, you can add shortcuts to Settings, Explorer, or your Pictures folder — so you can find them quickly
HOW? Open the Settings and select Personalization > Start. At the top, choose how the layout should look and in the list below you can switch on and off components to be displayed.
Widgets
Use Widgets
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Windows 11 has a feature called Widgets. These are small programs that show, for example, weather forecasts, stock prices, and news.
HOW? Open the widget window by clicking on the icon next to Start (it usually has a weather symbol on it). You can also rest your mouse cursor over the icon or use the keyboard shortcut Windows+W. Click on any widget to maximize it.
Select your Widgets
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You can decide which widgets to display.
HOW? Each widget has a three-dot icon in the top-right corner and this is where you make your settings. With the Hide this widget to remove it and with Pin this widget will always show it. To customize it, select Customize widget. For example, you can select locations in a weather widget, stocks in a stock market widget, and areas of interest in a news widget.
Add new ones
Of course, you can also add more widgets, and the idea is that more and more external companies will develop them.
HOW? Click on the cogwheel at the top right and select Discover new widgets. Use the list on the left or click on Find more widgets.
Remove the Widget button
If you don’t use widgets, you can remove the icon in the Taskbar.
HOW? Right-click in the Taskbar and select Taskbar settings. Remove Widgets using the slider.
Windows Store
Manage all programs
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Just like our phones and tablets, Windows 11 has a tool for downloading and managing programs (or apps as it’s often called). The tool is called Microsoft Store and from here you can download all the Microsoft programs we talk about in this guide. When the Microsoft Store was first launched, only so-called modern Windows apps were available here, but now you can also download traditional Windows programs here.
HOW? Open the Microsoft Store via Start or with the ‘shopping bag’ icon in the Taskbar. Browse for the program you want — or do a search in the search box at the top. You can use Filters to narrow your search so that you only see free programs, for example.how to
Update your programs
Microsoft Store can also update your programs, but unfortunately it does not work for all traditional Windows programs.
HOW? Open Microsoft Store and click on Library in the left menu to view all applications. Press the Update button to update an individual app. You can also choose to update all in one go.
Uninstalling an application
If you want to completely remove an application, there are several options.
HOW? Open the Start > All apps and right-click on the icon of the program you want to remove. Select the program Uninstall and follow the instructions. If it does not work, open Settings and go to Apps > Installed apps. In the list, click on the three dots to the right of the application you want to delete — and select Uninstall.
Taskbar
Set up the taskbar
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The taskbar is the ‘bar’ that you see at the bottom of your screen. Windows 11 has fewer options for customizing the Taskbar than previous versions, but there are some things you can do.
HOW? Right-click on an empty area of the Taskbar and select Taskbar settings. Here you have four options:
Taskbar items. Hide or show the Task View and Widgets icons. You can also choose the size in which the Search icon is displayed.
System tray icons. Hide or show icons for pen input, pointing keyboard and a virtual touchpad.
Other system tray icons. Hide or show icons from other programmes and apps.
Behaviors for the taskbar. Here you make other detailed settings. For example, you can hide the taskbar automatically or switch off the apps’ flashing.
Show hidden icons
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A common source of confusion is that some icons in the Taskbar are hidden. However, it is easy to show them yourself.
HOW? Click the up arrow to temporarily show all hidden icons. To always show everything, use Other system tray icons (see above).
Add programs
The Taskbar contains shortcuts to frequently used programs, and you decide which ones.
HOW? To add a program, press Start button, select All apps and find the right program. Right-click and select More > Pin to the taskbar. When a program is open, you can also right-click on its icon at the bottom of the screen and select Pin to taskbar. To remove a program from the Taskbar, right-click on the icon and select Remove from taskbar.
Notifications
View the notifications
Both Windows and individual programs can send out notifications, i.e. messages to you. All these are collected in the same place.
HOW? Press the bell icon at the bottom right and a new menu will open with all notifications at the top. Click on a notification to open it or press the cross on the right to delete it. You can also select Clear all in the top right corner.
Control the notifications
You can control what kind of notifications you receive from Windows — and from different programs/apps.
HOW? Open the Settings menu > System > Notifications. With the slider to the right of Notifications you can switch notifications on or off, and you can click the down arrow to control how. For example, choose whether the notifications should have sound or not. Then go down to Notifications from apps and other users to control them in the same way.
Make sure not to be disturbed
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Like many phones, Windows 11 has a Do Not Disturb mode that turns off notifications.
HOW? Tap the clock icon at the bottom right. At the top there is an icon with two z’s. Use it to activate Do Not Disturb mode. You can also do this via Settings > System > Notifications.
Do not start automatically
You can switch on the Do Not Disturb feature automatically at certain times, for example at night to improve your sleep. The automatic feature can also be linked to certain events, for example when playing games or using the application in full screen mode.
HOW? Open the Settings > System > Notifications. Press the arrow next to Switch on Do not disturb automatically and select when you do not want to be disturbed.
Choose who can be disturbed
In some situations, you want to be disturbed. For example, you may want to hear an alarm even if you are in Do Not Disturb mode. Fortunately, you can add exceptions to Do Not Disturb, which in Windows is called Priority Notifications.
HOW? Open the Settings > System > Notifications > Set priority notifications. Tick the services you want to let through. Press the button Add apps and select an app. Remove the app from the list using the three dots and Delete.
Windows 11 keyboard shortcuts
You haven’t missed that the Windows key can make you more efficient. Here are the essential keyboard shortcuts in Windows 11.
Windows. Bring up the Start menu.
Windows + A. Open Quick Settings.
Windows + D. Show the Desktop.
Windows + E. Open Explorer.
Windows + H. Enter text by voice.
Windows + I. Open Settings.
Windows + N. Open Notepad and Calendar.
Windows + L. Lock your computer.
Windows + S. Open the Search tool.
Windows + T. Scroll through the icons in the Taskbar.
Windows + V. Open the clipboard history.
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