Windows

Adding Language in Keyboard on Windows 7

Learn how to change the keyboard language through the Control Panel in a Windows 7 operating system. Users will be able to type in another language’s characters. Instructions 1. Click the Start button on the lower left-hand corner of your desktop screen, and then choose Control Panel.2. After the...

Find the Control Panel on Windows 7/10

Learn how to access the Control Panel on Windows 7 and 10. Instructions 1. On Windows 7 or 10, hit the start button located in the bottom left corner.Windows 7Windows 102. Search for “control panel”. Hit Enter to select the top result or click on it.Windows 7Windows 103. The Control panel will open

Fix a Black Screen on Windows 10

Review the following if your screen in Windows 10 shows nothing but a black screen. Instructions

Hide/Show File Extension on Windows

Learn how to show or hide file extensions on Windows (applicable for Windows 7 & 10) Instructions 1. Click on the Start menu.2. Click on Control Panel.3. In the Category drop down list, select either Large icons or Small icons to change the view in order to get to the Folder Options setting.4. Op...

How to Zip and Unzip Files on a Windows Computer

Before You Begin This tutorial will guide you through zipping and unzipping files and folders on a Windows device. You can also follow along through the accessible photo guide here: How to Zip and Unzip Files on a Windows Computer Edmonds College Windows devices utilize your student or employee ...

Securely Encrypt a USB Flash Drive Using Windows 10

Encrypting a portable USB flash drive is a great way to prevent sensitive data from falling into the wrong hands via data breaches and security incidents. Learn how to securely encrypt a USB flash drive within Windows so that the data stored on it cannot be read or accessed without entering a sec...

Set the Date and Time on Your Computer (Windows 10)

Learn how to set your system time and date on Windows 10. Instructions 1. Press the Windows key on your keyboard and select Settings.2. Type “Date and Time”3. Type “Date and Time” from the shortcut menu on the Taskbar.4. Select “Additional date, time & regional settings”5. Select “Change Date and...