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Rick’s Daily Tech Tips Update for Tuesday, April 23, 2024
Topics covered in this issue…
• 3 ways to open a Command Prompt window in Windows 10/11
• Q&A: Can I save money by building my own laptop?
• Q&A: Can you help me reset my LastPass master password?
• Check out Canada’s “spotted lake”
• April’s Tech Tips Giveaway: Anker 521 300W Portable Power Station
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Monthly Tech Giveaway….
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Today’s featured tech tip….
3 ways to open a Command Prompt window in Windows 10/11
If you’ve been using Microsoft Windows for a while you’re probably familiar with the ‘Command Prompt’ window.
If not, it’s a very handy tool that allows you to execute numerous powerful (and incredibly useful) DOS-style commands right from the Windows command line.
Most people tend to open a Command Prompt window the same way every time, even though there are multiple ways to do it – and each way is the best way at times, depending on the situation.
Today I’m going to explain my three favorite ways to open a Command Prompt window in Windows 10 and Windows 11…
1 – The first method is handy if you already have a “File Explorer” window open. If so, simply type cmd into File Explorer’s address bar and then press the Enter key.
2 – The second method is great if you’re used to doing most things via the keyboard. Simply press the Windows key and immediately type cmd, then press the Enter key.
3 – The third method is for folks who use primarily use their mouse for navigation. Simply right-click on the Start button and then select one of these options (depending on which options are available in your particular version of Windows):
- Windows Powershell
- Windows Powershell (Admin)
- Windows Terminal
- Windows Terminal (Admin)
Note: A Powershell windows can accept any command you can type into a regular Command Prompt window (it can also do a lot more). See this page for a detailed list of Windows commands.
That’s all there is to it. Now you know three different ways to quickly open a Command Prompt window.
The latest from Rick’s Daily Tips Tech Blog…
• Q&A: Can I save money by building my own laptop?
The short answer is no. This post explains why.
• Q&A: Can you help me reset my LastPass master password?
Best answer: Probably not.
• Click here to see today’s ‘Picture of the Day’.
Every morning I post a new photo that I find inspiring, intriguing, or just plain beautiful to look at. Jumpstart your day by checking it out.
Rick’s Daily Pick…
I have featured this particular laptop backpack several times in the past and it’s always a big hit with my readers.
It really is hard to beat the utility and quality of this little gem for anywhere near its cost.
Today’s post from ‘My Daily Smile’…
Check out Canada’s “spotted lake”
A truly amazing wonder of nature.
Tech news that caught my eye…
• Over 10 million devices were infected with data-stealing malware in 2023
• The 10 worst things about Windows 11
• Microsoft Store apps now install quicker (but they’re also more invasive of your privacy)
• Ransomware payments drop to record low of 28% in Q1 2024
• Walmart expands robotic workforce with autonomous electric forklifts
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