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What is Screen Mirroring?

Posted: February 12, 2023

Categories: Laptops, Desktops, Miscellaneous, Monitor

Tags: screen mirror, laptops, desktops

Author: HP Online Store

Have you heard of the term “screen mirroring?” While it may sound complicated, it’s relatively simple to do and opens up opportunities for device owners to share gaming experiences, presentations, and even movies on other screens. It’s changing the way we view media and makes it more accessible for those with small or outdated devices. Here’s everything you need to know about how to screen mirror your Windows device.

Screen mirroring explained

Mirroring is showing the exact same thing that’s on one screen on a second screen. It allows you to play the game or movie on your mobile phone, for example, and show it on your big-screen TV as well. Why would you want to mirror? It’s an easy way to share your device with others, it can make viewing small text easier, and it gives you the benefit

10 Best Idle Browser Games for 2022

Posted: February 08, 2023

Categories: Miscellaneous

Tags: online games

Author: HP Online Store

Most popular idle games are based on a single interaction: clicking with your mouse. Sometimes called idle clickers and incremental games, idle games incorporate depth and complexity in their own unique ways. Some idle browser games are more about novelty and challenging yourself through successive runs, while others focus on upgrades and management.

How to Rotate (or Flip) PC Screen in Windows

Posted: February 08, 2023

Categories: Miscellaneous

Tags: laptops

Author: HP Online Store

How to Rotate or Flip PC Screen in Windows

Keep reading to learn how to rotate your screen manually, enable or disable the auto-rotation feature, and how to use keyboard shortcuts to easily flip your PC screen. Before you know it, you’ll be flipping screens and rotating to portrait mode like a pro.

How to Reset BIOS Settings on Windows PCs

Posted: February 08, 2023

Categories: Miscellaneous

Tags: pc performance, bios

Author: HP Online Store

Your computer’s BIOS, short for Basic Input/Output System, is a critical part of how your hardware operates from its first day of use to the last. BIOS helps manage the various components that add up to a modern computer, providing a stable and consistent way for devices to start up.

Best HP Computer to Use as Small Business Tower Server

Posted: January 31, 2023

Categories: Miscellaneous

Tags: smb, small business

Author: HP Online Store

Best HP Computer to Use as Small Business Tower Server

When you plan to grow your company, a small business tower server can be a necessary addition to your technology setup. Whether you’re onboarding new employees or handling new clients, you may need a small business tower server in order to handle your company’s most frequently used software and applications.

However, it can be difficult to determine if you should build a server or simply purchase one. Your decision can depend on how you see your business growing in the future, what kind of data you use, and how much you want to spend.

How to Recycle Old Computers

Posted: December 19, 2022

Categories: Miscellaneous

Tags: recycle, laptops, desktops

Author: HP Online Store

According to the nonprofit organization Silicon Valley Toxics Coalition, roughly 70 percent of heavy metals in US landfills come from our electronics, despite the fact that e-waste only accounts for about 2 percent of our total refuse.

History of HP

Posted: December 19, 2022

Categories: Miscellaneous

Tags: hp history, hp

Author: HP Online Store

Let’s trace the growth of home electronics by exploring the history of HP®. Let’s take a trip through history and learn how a small company formed in a garage grew into a tech giant that revolutionized the way we interact with technology.

How to Update BIOS Software on Windows PCs

Posted: December 09, 2022

Categories: Miscellaneous

How to Update BIOS Software on Windows PCs

Your computer's BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) software is essential to keeping all your systems running smoothly.

Updating it can help resolve bugs and fix hardware issues. But before you make any updates to your BIOS, it's important to know exactly when and how to update it. Making an unnecessary change could harm your computer instead of help if not done properly.

What is BIOS software?

Your PC’s BIOS software is one of the most important elements that control the operation of your computer. BIOS is the system that prompts your computer's operating system to start up when you turn on your computer.

The BIOS is generally embedded in a chip on your computer’s motherboard. You can think of BIOS as your computer’s first responder, activating the operating system that allows you to connect with different applications and functions.

This is an essential part of your PC’s functionality, and keeping it updated can help improve your system’s responsiveness

How to Find Your HP Laptop Model Number

Posted: December 09, 2022

Categories: Laptops, Miscellaneous

Only some people know where to find the reference information for their HP laptop, such as its model number. This information is essential when checking laptop warranty, getting troubleshooting help, and contacting HP Customer Support.

While HP laptop model numbers can commonly be found on the side, back, or top of the laptop's case, you may need to remove the laptop battery to find this information.

How to Upgrade Your Laptop

Posted: December 09, 2022

Categories: Laptops, Miscellaneous

Deciding whether to upgrade your laptop or buy a new one is a big decision. For most of us, a laptop is an essential tool - for work and play - so speed and memory are a huge deal.

While conventional wisdom may fall into the “buy a new one” camp, replacing some parts or making a few changes can save the DIY-er a lot of money or give you a few extra months while you wait for the best time to buy a new laptop.

Whether you’re hoping for better graphics, more RAM, or faster processing power, here's what you need to know before you start upgrading your laptop: