Tech Tips, Tricks and Guides
How to Fix a Video TDR Failure BSOD Error in Windows 10
Feb 8th, 2021 by Elsie Otachi
Usually something to do with your graphics card
How to Increase VRAM in Windows 10
Feb 7th, 2021 by Sydney Butler
We go over all your different options
How to Rename Files and Folders in Linux
Feb 6th, 2021 by Guy McDowell
Both single as well as multiple
How to Fix a Kmode Exception Not Handled BSOD
It sounds worse than it actually is
The “blue screen of death” (or BSOD)isn’t as common today as it used to be, but it’s a well-known issue in Windows. When something goes wrong with the operating system, […]
How to Split Audio in Audacity and Other Useful Tricks
Not as intuitive as it should be
Audacity is one of the best audio editing packages out there, which makes the fact that it’s also completely free something of a miracle. Used by professionals and hobbyists alike, […]
How to Use Process Monitor and Process Explorer
Know when and how to use each
Do you often use Task Manager on your Windows 10 PC to keep track of the different processes on your system and how much CPU or memory they’re using? If […]
Linux Mint vs Ubuntu: Which Is Better?
We go over all their differences
There are a number of Linux distributions out there, each with a certain focus or flavor. Some Linux distros are focused on security testing, while others are made for gaming. […]
How to Fix a DPC Watchdog Violation BSOD
So you can quickly get back to work
No one enjoys facing the BSOD, or the blue screen of death, but it’s a part of life for Windows users. It happens when the system faces a glitch it […]
6 Best Camera Settings for Moon Photos
Get shots that make everyone go :o
When there is a full moon coming up, especially a big, colorful blood moon or harvest moon, there’s nothing better than being able to take clear pictures of it. Taking […]
Copy and Paste Not Working on Windows 10? 7 Best Fixes
Without resorting to scissors and glue
It’s always an annoying experience when some operations on your Windows computer suddenly stop working, particularly if you use them quite often. It gets worse when you don’t know the […]
How to Do a Conference Call on PC or Mobile
Get collaborating from wherever you are
As remote work continues to increase in many parts of the world, virtual conferencing has become a necessity. A host of video conferencing systems is available, which makes it easier […]
What Is Double NAT and How to Fix It on a Network
Quick Summary: It slows down your Internet speed
Anyone that has ever played a game online knows what a NAT type is – and they usually don’t have good implications, as NAT errors tend to prevent people from […]
What Is Windows Smartscreen and Is It Safe?
It's one of the essential processes
Windows 10 includes a number of built-in protections that aim to boost your PC’s security. From integrated antivirus scanning to passwordless logins, Windows 10 offers greater protection than previous Windows […]
What is IgfxEM Module in Windows 10 (and Is It Safe?)
Try and say it 10 times fast
When you power on your Windows computer, there’s a lot that goes on behind the scenes, even before the operating system boots. Some programs stored on the motherboard get everything […]
How to Add Footnotes in Word
Important formatting for research papers
Have you heard the one about the author who said if he practiced yoga long enough he’d be able to pick up a pencil with his toes? He said, “Then […]
How to Pixelate an Image on Windows and Mac
Get rid of your ex once and for all
There are a number of reasons why you might want to pixelate part or all of an image. If you’re touching up a family photo to post online, you may […]
How to Fix System Interrupts High CPU Usage in Windows 10
Plus, we'll tell you the most likely culprits
No matter how powerful CPUs get, there’s always going to be something that uses up all the resources. Perhaps the most frustrating issue to fix is high CPU usage because […]
How to Allocate More RAM to Specific Apps in Windows
Plus the risks of using too much
RAM, or random access memory, is used to allow programs to boot more quickly and carry out tasks in a fraction of the time it would take if the program […]
What Is idp.generic and How to Safely Remove It on Windows 10
Here's everything you need to know
You might have recently been infected with a new virus or malware – or so your anti-virus says. Many users get an alert that idp.generic has been detected on their […]
5 Best Linux Distros for Gaming
For those not interested in the dual boot
Linux is a great platform for many things, but gaming isn’t really one of them. As a server, workstation, or media center, Linux offers many advantages over Windows, such as […]