Google Chrome has been the browser of choice for most Windows PC users for at least a decade, but it isn’t without its problems. In particular, memory usage in Chrome is often it’s biggest downfall, with too many tabs eating up your PC’s available system resources. If you take a look at Windows Task Manager or Mac Activity Monitor while Chrome runs, you can see the Google Chrome Helper process taking up your system resources, but what is Google Chrome Helper and is it possible to disable it?...

Perhaps you’ve heard the IT person at work talk about GPOs or user policies. Or, maybe, you would like to know how to have better control over your computer. In any case, the Windows 10 Group Policy Editor is the tool to use. With it, you can work with Group Policy Objects (GPO) to customize your computer’s functions and the user experience. In a network environment, the Group Policy Editor is used to configure everything from what programs are allowed to run to desktop customization....

If you’re sitting at a Windows PC reading this article, then various system processes helped you get here. They helped you boot up your PC, create a graphical user interface to allow you to sign in to Windows, connect to the internet, open your web browser, and more. Windows has various system processes and apps, but most of them probably aren’t familiar to you. One process you might not have heard of is yourphone....

Google Photos offers several ways to help you find or locate photos or videos. If your Google Photos account is missing some pictures/videos and you don’t know where to look, this tutorial will point you in the right direction(s). Use the Correct Google Account When you can’t find your photos, the first thing to do is verify that you’re signed in to the correct Google account . If multiple Google accounts are linked to your device, ensure you’re searching the right account for your photos....

On Apple M1 computers, you can run iOS applications right on your Mac (as long as developers allow it). This blurs the line between using apps on your phone and your computer, but what about Windows systems? While there’s no legal way to run iPhone apps in Windows, you can run Android apps on Windows 11 using a built-in feature of the operating system. We tested this feature on a Windows 11 system and documented the experience for you....

Did you know that a lot of files in Windows are not owned by you, even if you are the Administrator? They are instead owned by an entity called the “Trusted Installer”. Such a wonderful sounding name eh! So that’s not a problem most of the time, unless you need to delete certain system files and folders. You’ll end up getting a message like: You do not have permission to perform this action....

Curved and ultrawide monitors are becoming increasingly more affordable. Whether you’re looking for a top-notch gaming monitor or a monitor to improve your productivity at work, curved monitors can do a better job than standard flat monitors. In this article, we will look at the best curved monitors for any budget. To find the best options, you need to consider the panel type, viewing angle, color range and accuracy, HDR support, available inputs, response times, and many other specs....

If you know someone that absolutely loves movies, your go-to gift for them might be a Blu-ray or a DVD. Spice things up a bit this year with some truly creative, inventive gifts for movie lovers that they’ll remember for years to come. QKK Portable Movie Projector The projector itself is small, but has a max screen size of 170 inches at 1080p HD. It connects with everything from Roku Sticks to game consoles (which means that you can play video games blown up to a huge size too....

A lot of us have too much stuff, or stuff we don’t need or use anymore. So what do we do with that stuff? Sell it and make money online. Craigslist used to be the first stop to do that, but things change. Here are 11 best Craigslist alternatives to help you sell your things, in no particular order. Facebook Marketplace Letgo Swappa Geebo Decluttr or Music Magpie PoshMark Vinted Carousell VarageSale thredUp Instagram Facebook Marketplace –Website–Google Play–App Store If you haven’t already bought or sold something through Facebook Marketplace, we’d be surprised....

Fun and Useful Gadgets 1.CHIPOFY USB C Cable with Built-In Power Meter($25.99) This USB C cable will help you tell how fast it’s charging your devices. It’s got a wattage meter, so you can see how much energy your USB C devices are drawing while charging. 2.Beech Lane RV Fridge Fan($24.99) To quickly cool something inside your refrigerator, you’ll want to circulate the air. This fridge fan runs on two D batteries and has an easy off/on power switch....

If you’re working with data in Excel that you’ve imported from other sources, sometimes you have to work with data that isn’t in a format that you want. This is especially true with comma-delimited text that comes into single cells. The only way to deal with that data is to split a cell in Excel. There are different ways to do this, depending on the format of the data. In this article you’ll learn how to split a cell, how to roll that out to an entire column, and when you should choose each option....

If you need to record a meeting, gameplay, or presentation, there are several ways to get it done in Windows. This tutorial highlights (free) screen recording techniques and software available on Windows 11 computers. 1. Record Screen Using Xbox Game Bar Computers running Windows 10 and Windows 11 have the Xbox Game Bar pre-installed. Open the app you want to record and follow the steps below. Note: The Xbox Game Bar cannot record your Desktop or File Explorer windows....

Did you know that your Android phone comes with hidden features? You can activate these features and Android hacks by entering the so-called USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data) codes. Here’s a list of Android secret codes that allow you to unlock hidden actions on your smartphone. What Do USSD Codes Do? USSD codes are hidden codes that allow you to access certain features of your mobile phone without the need of going through your settings....

Streaming platforms like YouTube and Netflix make video seem easy, but as soon as you have to start working with the medium yourself, things are very different. There are a lot of different video codecs, and a heap of settings you can tune within each one. So when you need to convert a video from one format to another, it can feel like drawing in jargon. That’s where a good video converter software package comes into play....

Command Prompt is an indispensable part of Windows. From generating a list of startup programs to finding your WiFi password , there’s a lot you can do with the Command Prompt. However, you may not know that the Command Prompt can also be fun. All you need is to know a few Command Prompt tricks to make it more interesting. In this article, we’ll give you a few interesting command prompt ideas that’ll change the way you look at the Command Prompt for good....

You just bought a new iPhone, or you’ve had one for a while now and want to change the default wallpaper it shipped with. Apple provides some beautiful and unique wallpapers for the iPhone, but sometimes you just want something different from what you’re used to. Some third-party vendors have unique and cool wallpapers, most of which are free to download and use. Fortunately, there are many sites where you can download free wallpapers for your iPhone....

Most people today use streaming services like Netflix and Hulu to watch their movies and TV shows. That’s a great option as long as you have a subscription and don’t need to go offline. If you’re looking to download your movies or TV shows for free onto your Android device locally to watch later, you might want to switch from a streaming service to one of the following Android apps....

Angry Birds has evolved from a simple but addictive mobile game into a worldwide phenomenon. Between movies, toys, and even car wraps all sporting those familiar, fury-driven birds, the franchise is a force to be reckoned with. On the other hand, it can make it hard to know where to start—after all, the Angry Birds games are no longer just about destroying an army of invading, egg-stealing pigs. The Angry Birds franchise now includes everything from augmented reality titles to racing games....

AirPods are awesome. With seamless connectivity, excellent sound quality, and a sleek design, they’ve become the go-to choice for wireless earbuds. But even the best tech can stumble every now and then. One such annoyance that some users are reporting is high-pitched noise. If this issue has been bugging you, you’re in luck. Below, we’ll explore the causes and seven fixes to get your AirPods back on track. What’s Causing That Annoying High-Pitched Noise?...

With more people working from home full-time, it’s common to have Zoom open all day. But you might not realize that there are dozens of shortcuts that can improve your user experience and boost your efficiency. In this article, we’ll cover all of the Zoom shortcuts for Windows, Mac, Linux, and iOS, as well as how to use them. Zoom Shortcuts for Windows, Mac, and Linux Zoom has various shortcuts available for every supported platform....