How-to guides
Step-by-step guides to new technology, features and security protections, taken only from the official instructions of the companies and agencies that publish them. Every step links back to its source.
How to Use AI Mode in Google Search for AI Responses
Learn how to access and use Google Search's AI Mode with these official instructions.
Google
How to use two-step verification with your Microsoft account
Increase your security by enabling two-step verification following official guidance from Microsoft.
Microsoft
How to Freeze Your Credit and Place a Fraud Alert, Per the FTC
The Federal Trade Commission says credit freezes and fraud alerts are free and can stop scammers from opening new credit accounts in your name.
US Federal Trade Commission
Linux Foundation publishes guide for new open source contributors
A new LF Research report sets out how developers can pick a project, clear licensing hurdles and land a first contribution, and how to pitch the work to employers.
Linux Foundation
How to get started with the Gemini app on your computer
Google's help page sets out how to open a chat at gemini.google.com, start a temporary chat, switch models and check what works without signing in.
Google
How to Create a Strong Password With Three Random Words
The UK National Cyber Security Centre says combining three random words makes a password long enough and strong enough while staying easy to remember.
UK National Cyber Security Centre
How to manage your passwords safely with a password manager
The UK National Cyber Security Centre explains how to store unique passwords in a browser or third-party password manager, and why it now recommends passkeys first.
UK National Cyber Security Centre
How to Sign In to Google With a Passkey Instead of a Password
Google's help documentation explains how to create a passkey, sign in with a fingerprint, face scan or screen lock, and switch back to a password if you want.
Google
How to back up and restore your PC with Windows Backup
Microsoft's official help page explains how to sync folders and Windows settings to a Microsoft account, and how to pull them back onto a new PC.
Microsoft
How to check and update your Android version in Settings
Google's help page explains where to find your Android version, security update and Google Play system status, and how to download updates from the Settings app.
Google