Tech Tips, Tricks and Guides


7 Ways to Fix HP Printers ”Driver Is Unavailable” Error on Windows PC
Instead of banging your head against the wall

Bluetooth Not Working in Windows 11? 15 Best Fixes to Try
It can happen to any of us
Do you have trouble pairing or reconnecting Bluetooth devices in Windows 11? Or do you encounter other Bluetooth issues on your PC? We will show you how to fix that. […]

Chown Command in Linux: How to Use It
We are not chowning around anymore
Managing ownership and file permissions is probably the most essential task of a system administrator. In any multi-user operating system like Linux, properly assigning ownership of files and directories is […]

How to Change the Time and Date in Windows
It's actually a very important setting
An incorrect clock in Windows can lead to system-wide anomalies and break apps that rely on internet connectivity. We will show you how to set it to the correct date […]

10 Ways to Fix “Unknown USB Device (Device Descriptor Request Failed)”
Before calling up the computer guy
Do you keep seeing an “Unknown USB Device (Device Descriptor Request Failed)” or “Code 43” in Windows Device Manager when connecting a pen drive, SD card, or another USB device […]

9 Steps to Optimizing Your Router for Better Gaming
Ultimately, it boils down to a few easy steps
When you’re trying to score that perfect headshot, even a little bit of lag can get in the way. Your router might work well enough, but what if you could […]

How to Fix “A device attached to the system is not functioning” on Windows
We hope this guide helps you
When you encounter an “A device attached to the system is not functioning” error, there’s a good chance your device isn’t properly plugged-in or Microsoft Windows has problems. You can […]

Linux Ifconfig Command: How to Use It
Plus when you should use it
In Ubuntu and other Linux distros, command line tools are usually the best way to interact with the inner workings of the computer. The ifconfig command is used for configuring […]

15 Ways to Fix Microsoft Store Error 0x80131500
A cryptic error difficult to decipher
Do you keep running into an 0x80131500 error while attempting to open the Microsoft Store in Windows 11 or 10? We’ll show you all the possible ways to fix that. […]

Windows 11 Widgets Not Working? 7 Things to Try
One of these will do the trick
If you’ve upgraded from Windows 10 to Windows 11, you have access to a large library of interactive widget buttons, text, and graphics. Widgets are useful to display information at […]

How to Lock Cells in Microsoft Excel
Keep people from fudging your numbers
If you’ve painstakingly created an Excel sheet, you might want to stop others from making changes. You can do this by learning how to lock cells in Microsoft Excel sheets. […]

How to Set Up and Use MLA Format in Microsoft Word
The Modern Language Association (MLA) is an organization that provides guidelines for professional and academic writers. Many universities, employers, and professional agencies now require writers to conform to the MLA […]

How to Fix DoorDash Status Code 400 (Bad Request)
Don't let your food get cold
HTTP status codes (400) in DoorDash and Dasher may appear in several different forms. “HTTP 400 Bad Request,” “Request failed with status code 400,” “HTTP error 400,” and “400 Bad […]

How to Fix Your Printer’s “Driver is unavailable” Error on Windows
Nothing to do with rideshare apps
If your Windows PC displays a “Driver is unavailable” error, that means your system can’t find the correct drivers for your printer. You can’t print your documents or other items […]

How to Install the Amazon Appstore in Windows 11
Share with us the cool things you do
The Amazon Appstore app lets you install Android apps and games onto your Android device. If you don’t have an Android device but still want to use apps available on […]

How to Fix “Windows Could Not Find a Driver for Your Network Adapter” Error
We know one of these will work
If the Windows Network troubleshooter reports that “Windows could not find a driver for your network adapter,” there’s a disconnect between your PC’s operating system and network driver. Simply put: […]

What is DNS and How Does It Work?
Plus how hackers can exploit it
The Domain Name System (DNS) is one of the most critical components of the World Wide Web (WWW). It helps you go from typing a web address into your browser […]

How to Fix Amazon CS11 Error Code in Android and iOS
If reloading the app doesn't work
Do you keep receiving a CS11 error code while using Amazon’s apps on your phone or tablet? Read on to learn how to fix the Amazon CS11 issue on iOS […]