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 Accelerate Your PC (Windows and Mac) Windows:

 Clean Up Your Disk: To get rid of junk on your system and temporary files, search for Disk Cleanup in the Start menu. Disable Startup Programs: To disable unnecessary programs at startup, open Task Manager by pressing Ctrl, Shift, and Esc. Select the Startup tab. Defragment Hard Drive (HDD only): To optimize your HDD, type "Defragment" into the Start menu. Note that SSDs do not require defragmentation. Mac:

 Free Up Storage: Go to About This Mac > Storage > Manage to remove large files or unused apps.

 Close Unnecessary Background Apps: To open Force Quit Applications and close applications you aren't using, press Command + Option + Esc. 2. Shortcuts for Productivity on the Keyboard Windows:

 Alt + Tab: Switch between open apps.

 Win + D: Show/Hide Desktop.

 Lock your computer with Win + L. Ctrl + Shift + Esc: directly open Task Manager. Mac:

 Switch between apps by pressing Command and Tab. Open Spotlight by pressing Command + Space to search the web, apps, or files. Command + Option + M: Minimize all windows.

 3. Make Better Use of Virtual Desktops for Organization Windows:

 To create multiple desktops, press Win + Tab and click New Desktop at the top. You can switch between them using Ctrl + Win + Left/Right Arrow.

 Mac:

 To open Mission Control, swipe up with three fingers on the trackpad. A new desktop can be added at the top from there. 4. Screenshot Shortcuts

 Windows:

 Print Screen (PrtSc): Capture the entire screen. Alt + PrtSc: Only capture the currently open window. Win + Shift + S: Select a specific area with the Snipping Tool. Mac:

 Capture the entire screen by pressing Ctrl + Shift + 3. Command + Shift + 4: Select a region to capture.

 Command + Shift + 5: Open the options for screen recording. 5. Enable Dark Mode for Comfort

 Windows:

 To switch to Dark mode, go to Settings > Personalization > Colors and scroll down. Mac:

 Go to System Preferences > General and select Dark from the Appearance section.

 6. Automating tasks (for Windows and Mac) Windows:

 You can automate repetitive tasks like program launches and file backups with the Task Scheduler. Create tasks by simply searching the Start menu for "Task Scheduler." Keyboard Shortcuts: By right-clicking on the program, selecting Properties, the Shortcut tab, and setting a key combination, custom program shortcuts can be created. Mac:

 Use Automator app to create custom workflows and automations. Move files or automatically resize images, for instance. 7. Multi-Tasking with Split Screen

 Windows:

 To snap a window to half of the screen, drag it to the left or right. To quickly reposition windows, press Win + Left/Right Arrow. Mac:

 Hover over the green maximize button at the top-left of a window, then select either “Tile Window to Left” or “Tile Window to Right.”

 8. Speed Up Your Wi-Fi Windows:

 Change DNS Servers: Use a faster DNS server like Google’s (8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4) or Cloudflare (1.1.1.1). Go to Network Settings > Change Adapter Settings > Right-click your Wi-Fi > Properties > Internet Protocol Version 4 > Use the following DNS server addresses.

 Mac:

 Navigate to DNS in System Preferences under Network > Advanced. For improved performance, add DNS servers from Cloudflare or Google. 9. For privacy, hide folders or files. Windows:

 Check Hidden under the General tab when you right-click a file or folder, then select Properties. Open File Explorer, click the View tab, then select Hidden items to view hidden files. Mac:

 To hide a file, press Command + Shift + Period in Finder to toggle hidden files on/off.

 10. Increase Privacy with Browser Tips

 Private Mode: To browse without saving your browsing history, use Incognito Mode (Ctrl + Shift + N on Chrome or Command + Shift + N on Safari). Browser Extensions for Privacy:

 Adblock Plus, Privacy Badger, or uBlock Origin can block ads and trackers.

 11. Advice for Managing Files Windows:

 Documents, photos, and other media can be organized using File Explorer's Libraries. To quickly open File Explorer, press Ctrl + E. Mac:

 Files can be categorized using tags. Just select a tag by right-clicking on the file. To immediately create a new folder, press Command, Shift, and N. 12. System Backup and Restore (Prevention is preferable to Cure) Windows:

 To enable system restore, select System > System Protection > Create to create restore points in Control Panel. Use File History: To enable automatic backups, go to Settings > Update & Security > Backup. Mac:

 Set up automatic backups by activating Time Machine by going to System Preferences > Time Machine > Select Backup Disk. 13. Explore the Hidden Windows Features

 God Mode (Windows):

 Create a new folder and rename it: GodMode.{ ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C}. Double-click to access all of Windows’ control panel options in one place.

 Snip and Sketch Tool for Windows: Press Win + Shift + S to take a screenshot and annotate it.

 14. Securely back up credentials and passwords. PCs and Macs: Use Password Managers like Bitwarden or LastPass to securely store and generate strong passwords.

 15. Use Cortana (Windows) or Siri (Mac)

 Windows:

 You can use Cortana to launch applications, search the internet, set reminders, and more. Just say or type "Hey Cortana." Mac:

 Set reminders, control your system, and find information hands-free with Siri. 16. Make use of cloud storage for anywhere access. PCs and Macs: Use OneDrive, Google Drive, or Dropbox to store files in the cloud, enabling access from multiple devices.

 Your workflow should be streamlined, your system should run smoothly, and your privacy should be protected with these suggestions. Please let me know if you require specific, in-depth instructions for any tip!