Tech Tips, Tricks and Guides


How to Downgrade Google Chrome to an Older Version
Sometimes can be necessary if it's FUBAR
Do you want to use an earlier version of the Google Chrome browser? We’ll show you how to downgrade Chrome on your desktop or mobile. Google Chrome works best when […]

3 Ways to Reset a Graphics Driver
Plus what to do these don't work
If you’re experiencing a black, flickering, or frozen screen, the issue may derive from your graphics driver. If your Windows PC doesn’t detect and fix the problem, here’s how to […]

“Extend Volume” Option Grayed Out in Windows? Try These 5 Fixes
Plus why this is happening to you
Do you want to increase the size of a volume or partition on your PC but find the “Extend Volume” option in Windows Disk Management grayed out? Learn why that […]

How to Fix Speech Services by Google Waiting for Network Connection Error
It's an annoying but solvable issue
Do you see a “Download English US Update – Waiting for network connection” error related to Speech Services by Google on your Android’s notification drawer? Read on to learn about […]

Fix “The Disk Does Not Have Enough Space to Replace Bad Clusters” Error in Windows
A third-party tool can extend its life
It is frequently recommended to run the CHKDSK tool from the Windows Command Prompt. Doing so scans the hard disk and repairs minor issues, including file system errors. But sometimes, […]

How to Fix Service Host (SysMain) High Disk Usage in Windows 11/10
Tool that helps you optimize RAM
Windows 10 and Windows 11 are excellent operating systems. But if you see a consistently sluggish performance, it could be because of something called SysMain (earlier known as Superfetch). In […]

6 Ways to Fix VirtualBox Result Code: E_FAIL (0x80004005) Error in Windows
Before calling up Oracle Customer Support
VirtualBox displays the “E_FAIL (0x80004005)” error code when it can’t open a virtual machine session. The error could be due to problems with the VirtualBox app, configuration files, or hardware-related […]

Windows PC Stuck Restarting? Try These 13 Fixes
Put the kibosh on the reboot loop
Did your Windows computer get stuck while restarting? Or is it caught up in an endless reboot loop? If so, there are several possible troubleshooting solutions you can try. Your […]

Top 3 Ways to Fix “No Space Left on Device” Error in Linux
Plus we tell you why this is happening
Errors without a clear cause are the most irritating problems to deal with. And while Linux is usually specific in its error messages, this is one of the few times […]

Windows Defender Not Working? 7 Fixes to Try
Essential for security to keep it running
Microsoft’s Windows Defender ensures your PC is safe from various threats. If this tool stops working, your machine becomes vulnerable to many types of viruses and malware. Here’s how to […]

What Is the Latest Version of Microsoft Office?
It’s easy to confuse Microsoft Office and Office 365 or Microsoft 365. Microsoft Office is the standard office suite you’ve used for years and can include the desktop app versions […]

How to Transfer Files From PC to Android Phone Without USB
All do it over a wireless connection
Before Bluetooth and other wireless solutions were so widely available, most people transferred files back and forth between their Windows PC and Android phone using a USB cable. There are […]

How to Zip and Unzip Files on Your Chromebook
So you can enjoy lossless compression
Compressing files can save storage space on your Chromebook. Zipping files also offers a quick way to share a group of files without data loss. Like Windows, macOS, and Linux, […]

How to Use Google Cursive on Your Chromebook
Google Cursive is one of the note apps pre-installed on many touchscreen-enabled Chromebooks. It is a relatively new handwritten note-taking app from Google that’s exclusive to Chromebook. It’s a progressive […]

Is Wave Browser Safe? Everything You Should Know
If it appears, delete it immediately
Wave browser was developed by Wavesor Software and has been categorized as a Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP). For this reason, many people are uncertain whether the browser is safe to […]

10 Best Ways to Fix Windows Update Error 0x80070643
A relatively straightforward problem to resolve
Do you keep receiving error 0x80070643 while attempting to update Windows? It’s an annoying issue that persists no matter how much you try to “Retry” an update. We will show […]

What is the MSIXVC Folder in Windows (And How to Delete It)
But be careful as it can make things worse
If you’ve discovered the WindowsApps or MSIXVC folders on your Windows PC, you might wonder why they take up so much space on your hard drive and whether or not […]