Microsoft 365 is a subscription-based suite of cloud services. It used to be known as Office 365 , but now includes so much more than just the core Office functionality that it seems a rebranding was in order. The entire world of computing is moving rapidly towards SaaS (software as a service) and subscription models for software rather than selling licenses outright. Microsoft 365 is a blend of both developments. If you haven’t encountered it before, it can come as quite a bit of computing culture shock....

If you’ve recently discovered the $Windows.~BT folder, you may want to delete it to free up some space on your hard drive. Luckily, it’s safe to delete, but it isn’t as simple as you might think. This article covers what the $Windows.~BT folder is, whether it’s safe to delete, and how to do so if you choose to. What Is the $Windows.~BT Folder? The $Windows.~BT folder is a hidden folder on the drive where your Microsoft Windows operating system is installed....

Windows 10 Action Center is a central place that collects and shows system notifications and gives quick access to different settings on your computer. If disabled, Windows 10 action center won’t open or display in the taskbar notification area. You will still get notifications as usual, but you won’t be able to review them in the Action Center. Some of the reasons Windows 10 Action Center won’t open include: Action Center isn’t enabled User profile corruption Corrupted system files Non-trivial system glitches These issues could cause Windows to destabilize, which is why you need to resolve the issue as soon as possible....

Windows 11 is possibly the most stable and bug-free operating system on release in Microsoft’s history, but some people still run into problems with their sound not working or acting in strange ways, just as they did on Windows 10. With so many computer configurations and third-party sound hardware, Windows 11 will inevitably run into sound issues on some systems. If you’re struggling to hear anything from your Windows 11 PC’s speakers or another audio device, try these tips to fix the issue....

Xbox has been a pinnacle of gaming for the longest time. Players can sit down and enjoy their games without interruption if they choose to do so. On mobile, that story is different. That’s because by picking up any game on mobile, you get a slice of playtime before you have to watch an ad. According to the Corporate Vice President of Microsoft, the company likes that idea, and wants to implement it into the console experience....

In this section, under the Orders link, you’ll see all of your orders sorted by how recent the order took place. Each order shows the status. If it was delivered already, it’ll show the date the item was delivered. Under the delivery date, you’ll also see a note as to where exactly the item was delivered. If it was delivered at your door or inside your mailbox, this status will say so....

Apple has implemented many tracking features for users’ convenience, but like many things with good intentions, some ne’er-do-wells have flipped the utility on its head. Take AirTags, for instance – there have been several reported instances of stalking on account of the small devices. The good news is the iPhone alerts you to unknown devices. So if you receive the “Unknown Accessory Detected Near You” alert, it might mean there’s an AirTag nearby – but it can also mean several other things....

Raspberry Pis are getting more popular, and it’s no wonder. You can do so much with so little when you use a Raspberry Pi. These tiny computers that run on Linux are portable and affordable, often making them the perfect solution for your projects. It’s a good idea to get a case for your Pi to shield it from its environment. You never know what can happen—you could spill a drink on your Pi or accidentally slide a paperclip into an open circuit causing damage to your sweet little wonder computer....

Restart Your Fire Stick One highly effective method to fix many issues with your Fire Stick is to reboot your stick. This cleans up the temporary files stored on its storage and helps you start afresh. While you’re on the main screen, select the Settings option at the top. Scroll to the right and select the option that says My Fire TV . Scroll down and click the Restart option....

WiFi has completely transformed the way we live and done away with (most) of the wires that were run everywhere in the old days. That doesn’t mean WiFi can’t also be incredibly frustrating. Sometimes it’s simply a question of not having enough bars on the signal meter. At other times, it seems like the signal is strong, but the connection isn’t working correctly. If you’re having trouble getting good WiFi performance, perhaps one of these hot tips will bring back the internet goodness....

Getting in shape isn’t easy. It takes a lot of research, time, and long-term commitment. If you’ve been searching for fitness websites to get accurate health advice, then you know that there’s a whole lot of misinformation out there. This misinformation is because so many companies online are trying to sell their health products, and not all are guaranteed to be based on sound science. Whether you’re looking to eat better, looking for better ways to lose weight, or just how to live a healthier life, the following are the best fitness websites that you can trust for accurate information....

If you’ve never used Apple’s ask Siri feature, all you have to do is say “Hey Siri,” followed by your question or command. It’s an easily accessible feature in any iOS device like an iPad or iPhone. You can even access Siri through your Mac . However, there are some things you should never ask Siri. Here is the list, and the reasons why you shouldn’t ask Siri these questions....

A flat panel TV and computer monitor are essentially the same devices, with some important differences that make them better for their respective purposes. However, what if you’re tempted to get that superior price-per-inch deal a TV offers? Can you use a TV as a monitor? Should you? It turns out that there are many TVs that work brilliantly for this purpose and we’re going to highlight which we think are the best ones....

There are many reasons you may want to use a check mark in Excel. In some cases, you may just want a way to place a check mark image either in a cell with other text or in a cell by itself. More interactive ways to use check marks in Excel may be to accept selection input from a user or as an automatic way to indicate that a completed task or a row is true....

Modern laptops are pretty good at controlling their temperatures, but the laws of physics only allow so much before you have to clamp down on performance. Laptop cooling pads can help tame a laptop under load and keep it performing at its best. What to Look for in a Laptop Cooling Pad Laptop cooling pads may seem like a load of hot air, but a key reason so many people don’t get the results they need from these devices is that they’re using them incorrectly....

Thinking about packaging your knowledge into an online course? Well, it’s an excellent time to do so. The worldwide e-learning market is set to reach an astonishing $325 billion by 2025. In America, 77% of corporations use online learning. Not to mention the vast amount of citizens who take online courses in their free time. Needless to say, there’s plenty of earning potential in the online course industry. All you need now is a platform that’ll make it easy to create an online course that looks and feels professional....

Formatting hard drives and external hard drives is usually a fairly straightforward process. The two most popular operating systems, Windows and Mac OS both have formatting utilities built-in, which makes formatting external drives even more convenient. However, with all of the different drive manufacturers, interfaces and other compatibility and formatting issues that hard drives can have, sometimes the best choice is to use specialty formatting apps and utilities. The Windows Disk Management function, pictured above, allows Windows users to simply format and partition external drives....

When you’re on a budget and looking for a new game to play, where do you turn? Although there are a lot of free games available through various sources, there are also video games available in the public domain. The internet is a vast treasure trove of free and open-source games that will keep you entertained four hours without spending a dime. You just have to know where to look....

It came as a surprise to many that Apple decided to update the iPod Touch in 2019 with new hardware. Sporting a pretty impressive A10 Fusion system-on-a-chip, the “trainer iPhone” of yesteryear is back among the latest pantheon of portable Apple devices. This immediately raises the question of why anyone would want to buy this dinky little device? Clearly, Apple itself doesn’t think the iPod Touch is as dead as everyone else does....

The PlayStation 5 is a great-looking console, despite the teasing that it looks like an oversized router. Sony went above and beyond with the design to improve airflow but also to allow gamers to swap out the faceplate covers on either side of the device. If you don’t like the original white, there are many third-party options to choose from. These faceplate covers do more than provide unique aesthetics; many of them are actually shock and scratch-proof to better protect your console from damage....