Tech Tips, Tricks and Guides
Firefox Using Too Much Memory? 7 Ways to Fix
When your computer is slow, try these
How to Remove Audio From Video on Windows and Mac
Don't let bad sound ruin your vacay vids
Alt Tab Not Working? 13 Ways to Fix
One of these will be the lucky one
Does nothing happen when you press Alt-Tab in Windows 10? Do your applications disappear before you can Tab your way through to them? Or does the app switcher fail to […]
Fedora vs Ubuntu: Which Linux Distribution Is Better?
We take a peek at both
There are many flavors of Linux and some, such as Manjaro, are quickly gaining a fantastic reputation as modern alternatives to Windows and macOS. However, right now Ubuntu and Fedora […]
How to Use a Spare Router as a Wifi Extender
Get more juice to your man cave
Even the most powerful WiFi routers don’t have the transmission power to serve large residences. With walls, metal objects and simple distance the signal weakens until it begins to affect […]
Ultrawide Vs Dual Monitor: Pros and Cons of Each
So you can make an informed decision
Do you feel like you just never have enough screen real estate? If you’re using a single widescreen display or use a laptop’s internal display as your main window into […]
Chrome Sound Not Working? 7 Ways to Fix
So you can quickly get your audio back
Rather than a text-heavy post, more and more websites rely on videos, audio messages and podcasts, hosted on sites like YouTube and Spotify, to jazz up their content and offer […]
How to Connect AirPods to a Chromebook
It sounds impossible but it isn't
Apple AirPods are high quality, wireless Bluetooth earbuds designed for use with other Apple products like your iPhone or Mac. However, they’re not iOS-exclusive devices, meaning you can pair and […]
What is Data Execution Prevention in Windows 10
It's a very valuable security feature
Data Execution Prevention (DEP) is a system-level security feature included in Windows machines. The main purpose of DEP is to monitor processes and services to protect against malicious code exploits […]
Should I Buy or Build a PC? 10 Things To Consider
Before you shell out hard-earned cash
Desktop computers are still the best choice if you want the most performance for the least money. Laptops offer mobility, but compromises when it comes to performance and upgradability. If […]
How to Use Microsoft Forms
For quizzes, surveys, and much more
A sharp increase in remote working has led many employers to move to cloud-based software solutions. That means more people than ever have access to the Microsoft Office 365 suite […]
Can You Upgrade an Old Laptop and Is It Worth It?
Depends on what you will use it for
Laptops are the most popular type of personal computer and it’s not hard to see why. It’s one simple, portable package that does the job for most people. However, one […]
What Allocation Unit Size Is Best for Drive Formatting
We'll give you the totally honest answer
When you format a hard drive, one of the choices you can make is what size the allocation unit is. Most people just leave it on the recommended default value […]
Microsoft Store Not Downloading Apps? 11 Ways to Fix
One of these is sure to do the trick
The Microsoft Store is the go-to platform to download all Windows apps, games, and other third-party applications. Although the Microsoft Store has a great interface and collection of apps, downloading […]
How to Use a Chromecast Without WiFi
We'll show you a few easy workarounds
If you don’t have a smart TV, Google Chromecast offers an alternative way for you to access online content on a TV. The handy little device hooks up to your […]
How to Play Android Games on PC
Via emulators or a browser plugin
Have you ever wished you could use a mouse and keyboard to play Android games? Or perhaps you just want to play Android games on a bigger screen while you’re […]
Wireless Mouse Not Working? 17 Things to Check
Every single thing we could think of
Is your wireless mouse failing to connect to your Windows 10 computer? Does it disconnect after some time? Or is the cursor behaving weirdly? Hardware-related issues, incorrectly configured settings, and […]
How to Fix a Bad System Config Info BSOD Error in Windows 10
You're going to have to do a bit of sleuthing
A Windows Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) error can seem catastrophic, especially if you’re working on something important. Unfortunately, BSODs are typically hard to decipher, with error names like “unexpected […]
Best WiFi Encryption for Speed and Why
Plus, why you should consider a VPN
WiFi is actually a collection of different technologies working together to get bits of data wirelessly from one device to another. You have quite a few options when it comes […]