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Booting into Safe Mode can help you pinpoint the source of a problem on your Windows computer. If a problematic PC component works smoothly in Safe Mode, that implies that bad device drivers, bug-ridden third-party apps, incorrect system configurations, malware, or network-related issues are the root cause of the problem. Windows has three different Safe Mode options. This tutorial will show you how to start your Windows 11 PC in Safe Mode and how its options differ....

Every so often in a game, you’ll come across something you want to capture and remember. Maybe you completed a difficult achievement, found rare in-game content, or just want to show off some high-quality graphics. Steam , the popular PC video game launcher, gives you a way to take screenshots while you’re playing and share them immediately with your friends. You can either share it directly on your profile, or on social media like Facebook or Twitter....

Most modern Android smartphones let you access the Google Assistant by simply saying the phrase “OK Google” or “Hey Google”. In much the same way that you can say “Hey Siri” on an Apple iPhone. It’s a very handy feature. For example, you can make phone calls or open specific apps while your hands are busy with something else, such as driving. Sometimes, often after an update of hour apps or Android version, OK Google will simply stop working....

You know it immediately when you hear it; that loud, nerve-wracking alarm goes off whenever the authorities issue an amber alert in your area. These are alerts issued by local authorities to inform the public about child abductions. AMBER alert stands for America’s Missing: Broadcast Emergency Response and is a program that began in 1996. You can turn these alerts off through your iPhone’s Settings app. In this article, you can also see what other emergency alerts occur on the iPhone and whether you can turn them off or not, along with the amber alerts....

The Numlock key is perhaps the most useless and irritating key on a modern keyboard. One accidental tap and a bunch of your keys are suddenly sprouting numbers. How do you permanently turn off Numlock on a computer? This is especially a problem in laptop keyboards where instead of a numeric keypad there are numbers printed on your normal keys. And the Numlock is situated somewhere at the top, where you end up pressing it while reaching for the Home button....

Voicemail, while a convenient feature, can often become more of a hassle than a help. Constant notifications, full inboxes, and irrelevant messages can make checking voicemail a chore. Turning it off may be your solution if you’re tired of dealing with the annoyances of regular voicemail on your Apple iPhone. This tutorial will show you how to disable voicemail messages on your iPhone and give you one less thing to stress about....

Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) for AirPods blocks background noise and ramps up your listening experience. It’s one of the three Noise Control modes—the others being Transparency (which recreates ambient sound) and Off—you can cycle between on Apple’s iconic wireless earbuds and headphones. If you just got yourself a new pair of AirPods Pro or the AirPods Max , this tutorial will help you figure out how to turn on Active Noise Cancellation....

There’s no real need for screen savers anymore. It’s usually better to set your display to turn off when idle. But if you still want a screen saver Windows 11, here’s how to turn it on. Key Takeaway: Head to Settings > Personalization > Lock Screen > Screen Saver . Select an option from the Screen Saver drop-down menu. Use the Settings button available on some screen savers to further customize....

WordPress is built around the PHP scripting language, so it’s pretty essential to have an up-to-date version of it installed on your web server. It’s easy to keep WordPress up-to-date itself, but the core technologies (like PHP) aren’t always in sync with your installed WordPress version. This is especially true for DIY web servers that you’ve set up yourself. If the server hosting your site isn’t updated, PHP isn’t likely to be either, which could leave your site exposed to exploits or broken features....

iMovie is a free, easy-to-use video editing application you can use on any Apple product. Using iMovie on the iPad especially has a simple and minimalistic interface. This makes it an ideal choice to do some simple video edits on your videos or photos. The program has a good variety of options for editing if you just need to do something simply and quickly. It’s also a better option than more professional editing software if you aren’t looking to add sophisticated effects or changes, as it’s entirely free to use....

Karaoke is a great activity for any party. You used to need a special setup or a karaoke machine to organize a sing-along session. With the new karaoke mode by Spotify, all you need is a smartphone and an app to start your very own karaoke party and enjoy your favorite songs in the comfort of your home. If you’re a karaoke fan, here’s everything you need to know about the new karaoke feature on Spotify and how to use it....

iMessage sometimes archives or hides media files you receive in a conversation, especially after syncing them to iCloud. Hidden files are replaced with a “Tap to Download” placeholder. Usually, the Messages app should display hidden photos/videos when you select “Tap to Download.” Try the troubleshooting steps below if nothing happens when you tap “Tap to Download.” This tutorial also covers fixes to try if your Mac won’t display or download iMessage photos/videos....

Instagram stories give you a quick insight into other people’s lives through social media. We love them because they are easily accessible, quick to digest, and they are great pass-time options. But it can get really frustrating if Instagram stories don’t load. Instead of enjoying the colorful snippets from people’s lives, all you see is the spinning circle that represents the loading screen. If Instagram works properly on your phone, you shouldn’t be seeing a loading screen when watching stories....

Does your phone refuse to play any sounds when you access an Instagram Story? If so, your phone or Instagram app may be experiencing an issue. Here are the methods you can use on your Apple iPhone or Android device to unmute the popular app. 1.Turn Off Your Phone’s Silent Mode When you have trouble playing sounds on your smartphone, the first thing to check is if your phone is in silent mode....

Despite how incredibly stable the system software on your iPad usually is, it’s not without issues. If it ever gives you any serious trouble, you must try using Recovery Mode. That could very well be the difference between getting your iPad back on track quickly versus a lengthy visit to the Genius Bar. Below, you’ll find everything you need to know about launching and using your iPad’s Recovery Mode. What Is iPad Recovery Mode?...

When you download an app from the App Store, it shows up on the Home screen of your iPhone right away. You can then access and use it as soon as it finishes installing. But if you have iOS 14 or a later version of the system software installed, newly downloaded apps may appear missing from the Home screen pages. The reason—your iPhone’s App Library. What Is the App Library on iPhone?...

TVs are getting bigger and bigger, but top out at around 100 inches. So for gamers who want to experience a huge picture, digital projectors seem like a good option. The question is whether a projector is good for gaming or not. The short answer is that they can be, but the long answer depends on a few essential pros and cons. Good Gaming Projectors Are Expensive Just like televisions, projectors are sold at every price point and varying levels of specifications and quality....

In Ubuntu and other Linux distros, command line tools are usually the best way to interact with the inner workings of the computer. The ifconfig command is used for configuring network settings on Linux. Ifconfig is an older version of the ip command, but many still prefer ifconfig due to its simpler syntax and ease of use. But how exactly do you use ifconfig for network interface configuration? Here is a walkthrough....

Do you have trouble opening the Microsoft Solitaire Collection on your computer? Or does it regularly crash or freeze? Learn how to fix Microsoft Solitaire Collection in Windows 10 or 11. If the Microsoft Solitaire Collection game hub fails to load or hangs at launch, or if any of the included card games—Solitaire, FreeCell, and Spider Solitaire—freezes or crashes, then there are several troubleshooting tips you can work through to resolve the issue....

For years, Microsoft dominated the collaboration and productivity tech space with desktop apps like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. These quickly became standard tools for every business. Students were even required to learn these tools in preparation for using them in the professional world. Then Google launched G Suite , a portfolio of tools that has grown to be highly competitive to Office 365, providing cloud-based applications like Docs, Sheets, and Slides that are tantamount to Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, respectively....