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Parlez-Vous Français?
Parlez-Vous Français? Microsoft Word can translate text into 136 languages. Simply select the text, right-click, then choose Translate. A sidebar will open to select the
Disable Macros by Default
Disable Macros by Default Only enable macros in Office files from trusted sources. Macros can contain malicious code that compromises security. File > Options >
Quickly Close a Browser Tab
Quickly Close a Browser Tab Use the mouse wheel to middle-click on a tab in your internet browser for a quick way to close the
Are Those Cookies Safe?
Are Those Cookies Safe? Is it safe to accept cookies when prompted on a website? Check to see if the website is secure by looking
Pin a Teams Chat
Pin a Teams Chat Keep a frequently used chat at the top of your Microsoft Teams page for easy access. To pin a chat, click
Read Aloud
Read Aloud In Microsoft Word, use the Read Aloud tool to read the words on the screen. Right-click at the beginning of the text and
Combat Push Fatigue
Combat Push Fatigue with Number Matching Sending a “push” in Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) systems to display a generic “Approve” or “Deny” message can give bad
Quickly Navigate a Page
Quickly Navigate a Page Use the mouse wheel to middle-click on a blank spot in a page and a navigation tool appears. Lightly wiggle the
What Windows Version Are You Running?
What Windows Version Are You Running? Press the <Windows Key> + R Type “winver” in the Open box and select OK. As always, if you
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