If you’ve ever tried installing Linux and ran into weird boot errors — especially when Secure Boot is involved — you’re not alone. In this article, we’ll break down what Secure Boot actually is, what shim files are, and why they sometimes get in the
Windows can do a lot — but it also comes with a bunch of background processes you didn’t ask for. And if your PC isn’t exactly high-powered, you’ve probably noticed this: things feel sluggish, and Task Manager shows your CPU working overtime,
When you want to check what’s going on with your system via terminal, the first command that comes to mind is usually top. But there’s a modern alternative — Btop++. It’s a powerful resource monitor for Linux that gives you detailed info about CPU
Every now and then, Windows does something odd — a program is running, but its window seems to have vanished. You might see just a sliver of it, maybe only the bottom edge, but you can’t grab it or click any buttons. This often happens after
Ever looked for a folder and couldn’t find it, even though you know it should be there? Chances are, it hasn’t gone anywhere — it’s just hidden. Windows hides certain files and folders either to protect important system data or simply to keep things
If you’re planning to reinstall Windows or set it up on a new computer, the first thing you’ll need is a bootable USB drive. Grab a flash drive with at least 8 GB of storage, back up anything important on it (because it’ll be wiped), and pick the
If your laptop starts warning you about low disk space and there’s less and less room left, don’t rush to buy a new SSD. First, try cleaning up the system a bit — you might be surprised how much space you can reclaim just by trimming down Windows
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With the rise of short-form content, editing videos directly on your phone has become completely normal. Some people make vlogs for friends, others create videos for work — or just want to trim down vacation footage. A good video editor for Android