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In what seems like a very sudden move, SSD technology has gone mainstream. These fast, solid-state drives are a common feature on even mid-range computers. Even the next generation of Playstation will feature an SSD instead of a more traditional hard drive. In general this is a good thing. SSDs represent a major leap in performance over traditional hard drives. However, they also bring some special usage and maintenance considerations with them....

Putting your first video out on YouTube can be a scary thing! Just ask us — we’ve been runnng our own YouTube channel for a while now and have learned many lessons along the way. Now, with nearly 100 videos under our belt it’s time to share a few tips that we had to learn the hard way. If you’re working on making your first YouTube video, these tips should help you make it the best video it can be....

Does your computer occasionally display an unusual “Google Chrome Critical Error” alert when using Google Chrome? We’ll explain what the error message means and list some factors responsible for the error. You’ll also learn to permanently stop the error message from popping up on your computer. What’s the “Google Chrome Critical Error” Alert? The alert announces that an unspecified “security system” blocked a threatening data breach on your computer. It also warns that there’s still a serious threat to your private data and reckons you immediately contact a specific Microsoft Support phone number....

Do you have trouble locating a file or set of files in Google Drive? Accidental deletions, revoked permissions, and a myriad of other reasons can prevent you from finding them. Work your way through the list of fixes and suggestions below, and you should be able to track down missing files in Google Drive. Check Google Drive’s Trash Google Drive moves files that you delete into a specifically designated area called the Trash....

Grounded is an interesting game. Taking notes from classic 80’s sci-fi films and survival crafting mechanics, players have an intriguing journey ahead of them. However, these kinds of games are more fun with friends. So, if you’re wanting to play with your buddies, you might want to know what the maximum amount of friends you can have is. Don’t worry, we’ve got the answer. What Is the Max Players Amount inGrounded?...

Mint Globs are one of the rarest items available in Game Pass favorite Grounded . They’re a type of crafting ingredient used to build mint-inflected weapons like the Mint Mace. These minty items have an icy impact on enemies, and are some of the most powerful offensive tools out there. If you’re struggling to find them, fear not, for we’ve got all the information you need. Where to Find Mint Globs inGrounded Getting your hands on Mint Globs is no easy feat....

More than six months after its release, and the range of modes available in Halo Infinite is only expanding. That’s bolstered by the limited-time Fracture events, added sporadically by 343 Industries. At the time of writing, the focus of those challenges is on the Land Grab mode. Similar to Hardpoint in Call of Duty , it’s a fairly tactical mode. If you’re looking to complete the current challenges around the Halo Infinite Land Grab mode, we’ve got you covered....

Wireless charging lets you charge up your gadgets without having to plug in a USB cable . It’s pretty neat, but how does it actually work? Why even bother? What are the downsides? We’ll tackle everything you need to know about how wireless charging works right here. Soon you’ll forget what all that wire clutter was like! A Matter Of Induction, My Dear Watt(son) Generally, wireless chargers use a property of magnetism and electricity known as “induction” charging....

The question “How Much Does it Cost to Build a PC ?” is not as simple an answer as writing down a number. A lot goes into the costing process when building a PC, but you’ll be an expert at estimating the cost of building your PC by the end of this article. First Things First: Budget! Whether your budget is modest or extravagant, the first step in building a PC is to nail down your total budget....

Now that I’m back in school again after a long time, I’m also back to having to create various PowerPoint presentations and write reports up in Word. There are a lot of features in Word that most people never use unless they are in school. Setup and View Headers in Word You can find these headings in the Styles box on the main Home tab in the ribbon. These are the only three you can use for a default TOC....

Imagine if you could access the internet on your TV. It makes reading text easier, and there are some streaming websites (perhaps not completely legal) you might want to add, but you don’t want to go through the trouble of installing an HDMI cable. The good news is that you can add a web browser to Roku and use it to surf the web straight from your computer. The better news is that there are more ways than ever before to do this, with the caveat that the feature is still somewhat limited....

Do you have an iPhone that you need to reset or restore? Do you need to perform a factory reset and erase everything or do you just need to reset certain settings because the phone is acting up? Or maybe you need to restore your iPhone from an iTunes backup or from iCloud? Also, you might just want to perform a hard reset of your iPhone, which is a quick way to fix issues like freezes, etc....

Living in an age with high-speed internet is incredible. With all the information that can be easily yours, you can learn how to do almost anything. And with all the possibilities it can bring, it seems like the world is your oyster! But as awesome as it is, having internet can hold you back. Visiting some websites can eat up your focus, time, and attention. As a result, it can decrease productivity and cause distractions!...

Setting a browser other than Edge as the default browser in Windows 11 is proving to be difficult. Edge is a good browser, sure, but it may not be the browser you want. With the release of Windows 11 , now’s the time to figure out how to make your favorite browser the default browser in Windows 11. If your favorite browser is Firefox , this is simple and easy. However, if your favorite browser is Chrome, Opera , Brave , or an alternative browser , it takes significantly more work to set it as the default web browser in Windows 11....

Bluetooth headphones have been around for years, but Apple changed the game when they introduced the AirPods . The AirPods look great and are built to be the most comfortable option for the average person, but the true power of the AirPods comes through in their functionality and versatility. AirPods are activated (or deactivated) by double-tapping the device once its in your ear. This is perfect for answering an income phone call or activating Siri while on the road....

Photo bySunny HassanonUnsplash Changing the highlight color in Adobe Acrobat/Reader makes different types of text stand out in a PDF file. This tutorial covers how to adjust highlight colors so you can customize and improve your documents to suit your preferences. Adobe Acrobat & Adobe Acrobat Reader are versatile tools for all things PDF. The software offers a range of tools that allow you to create, edit, and manage your documents effortlessly....

Have you recently received a new computer or have an older one lying around and wanted to find out the RPM of the hard drive? Even though a lot of newer laptops come with SSDs (solid state drives), most desktops and a majority of laptops still use traditional spinning platter hard disks. If you have an older computer, you may be considering replacing a slower hard drive with a faster one....

Whenever you use Safari on the Mac, the browser ends up caching web pages to speed up subsequent visits. It also stores cookies to remember site-related preferences and even allows you to track what you did later by continuously recording your browsing activity. This helps enhance your experience online. But sometimes, browsing data can cause serious issues. For example, an outdated browser cache often results in problems performance-wise, while history and cookies pose privacy threats....

The apps on the Apple Watch work like those on the iPhone and iPad. Exit an app, and it will continue to stick around in a suspended state, ready to show up immediately. watchOS is incredibly efficient at managing the Apple Watch’s memory and battery life, so there’s little downside to apps remaining open in the background. However, if you’re looking to close apps to “optimize your Apple Watch” or “reduce battery usage,” you’ll only end up slowing things down....

Mobile gaming has come a long way. There are plenty of console-quality video games available on mobile devices and now remote game streaming through services like PS Now , Stadia and Xcloud are set to become commonplace services on mobile devices. While you can certainly use touch controls with these games and apps, nothing beats a proper physical game controller. So if you want to use the excellent PS4 controller with your Android device, read on to find out what to do....