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Creating a presentation in PowerPoint will be significantly easier if you know a few tips and tricks. We’ve shown you how to change the size of your slides, insert a PDF , add music , and how to make your PowerPoint more engaging. Whether you’re brand new to creating PowerPoint presentations or you’re a pro, you can improve further by incorporating new PowerPoint design ideas. 1. How to Lock an Image in PowerPoint Locking an image in a PowerPoint presentation will prevent the image’s proportions or aspect ratio from getting distorted or out of scale....

Mapping a network drive has many benefits, especially if you want to transfer files using a network faster. If you can’t map a network drive, Windows 10 has a simple solution we’ll cover in this post. Creating a shortcut to another folder or drive shared on the network means you are mapping its location. Moreover, you can even create a shortcut to the network drive on your desktop for easier access....

Calling for a show of hands in an in-person meeting is an easy, quick way to gauge the sentiment of the room. Just because all your meetings are online now doesn’t mean you can’t accomplish the same thing. There are many ways to run a poll during a meeting on Microsoft Teams . We’ll walk you through a few different options from how to run a Microsoft Teams poll without ever leaving Microsoft Teams to sharing polls created on external polling websites....

As email services stubbornly cling to their Web 1.0 25MB attachment size limits, users meanwhile are needing ways to transfer larger and larger files. Of course, if security is not an issue, there is always cloud storage or leaving files temporarily on your web domain. But if you need a secure way to transfer files across the Interwebs, you need something a bit safer. The following are five secure file transfer options, which are also free....

Recently, I downloaded some IT software on my Windows PC and the files were all .BIN and .CUE files. In order to work with them, I needed to convert the BIN files to ISO images and mount them as a drive. In this article, I’m going to mention a couple of free and paid utilities you can use to convert from one format to the other. Some of the programs just convert from BIN to ISO, but most convert multiple formats to ISO and have other useful features....

If you’ve ever used Linux or know someone who uses Linux, then you’ve probably heard of the sudo command. The command is a critical component to just about every Linux distribution and what it does is let you run a command as a different user, most notably the root user. On certain Linux distributions, you can log in as the root user by using the su command, but this is considered highly risky and no one ever does it....

Managing your hard drive space is a constant battle, especially if you have limited storage. If you download lots of files, you’ll suddenly find yourself running out of space. If you find yourself running out of hard drive capacity but are unsure which files are taking up space, you need a disk space analyzer. A disk space analyzer provides a visual analysis of your hard drive, allowing you to figure out which files are taking up space, where the largest files lurk on your drive, duplicate files, and much more....

Being a digital nomad brings a sense of freedom to your work life. But there are risks involved when working from the internet, especially when you’re constantly moving. Protecting yourself online is crucial to continue working on the road. In this article, we’ll share six top cybersecurity tips that digital nomads can use to stay safe and protect their privacy online. The Risks of Working While Traveling Before we dive into our top cybersecurity best practices, it’s important to know what risks you face when you work as a digital nomad....

As Plex continues to expand and streamline its functionality, many of its traditional features fall by the wayside. Plugins are one of these. In late 2018, Plex eliminated support for many Plex plugins. However, you can still download plugins that work from the web and third-party providers. Plex plugins add additional functionality that Plex doesn’t support on its own. There are hundreds of third-party plugins, but not every plugin is the right choice for every user....

When your computer runs low on physical storage, its speed, performance and ability to maintain system integrity will be affected. A poorly managed hard drive can leave you with little space to install significant updates and will generally degrade the user experience over time. In this article, we will discuss several ways to create more disk space in Windows 10. Empty the Recycle Bin Delete Unwanted Apps and Programs Enable Storage Sense Use Cloud Storage Disk Cleanup Disable Hibernation Delete Temporary Files Empty The Recycle Bin Deleting items from your computer such as photos, videos, and documents don’t remove them from your hard drive....

The iPad is a great platform for playing mobile games, with its large screen and rich, colorful display. Many companies have realized this and have put out tons of amazing games that rival that of any console or PC game. Because so many companies want to capitalize on the mobile gaming industry, there are hundreds of thousands of games out there that you can choose from. So you might wonder, what are the best and highest quality games on the App Store?...

Do you have trouble using Facebook Messenger on your iPhone or Android phone? Does the app not send or receive your messages ? If so, it may have a technical glitch, or there may be an issue with your phone. We’ll show you how to fix the problem. Some reasons Messenger doesn’t work on your smartphone include an inactive internet connection, Messenger facing an outage, the lack of storage space on your phone, and more....

If the last Xbox game you played was an AAA first-person shooter or a Need for Speed game , it’s time to think outside the box. When was the last time you explored Xbox’s catalog of indie titles? With so many great indie games out there, choosing what to play can be a challenge. We’ve rounded up nine of our favorite Xbox indie games to get stuck into this year....

Apple Music’s time-synced lyrics are a fun way to belt out your favorite songs, so it can be a real downer when they fail to show up. If the Lyrics button appears grayed out or unresponsive, this troubleshooting guide will walk you through multiple ways to fix the issue. 1. Not Every Song Has Lyrics Before we begin, it’s important to mention that not every track in Apple Music comes with lyrics....

Does Apple Music take a long time to load on your iPhone or Mac? Or does it respond sluggishly, take ages to stream songs, or behave slowly in any other way? We’ll show you how to troubleshoot and fix the problem. Apple Music can slow down on the iPhone and Mac for several reasons. For example, it could be due to a buggy instance of the Music app, a server-side issue, or a problem with your internet....

If you’re planning a new tech project and you’re looking for a small, single-board computer that can act as the brain of your design, you’ll probably consider one of two devices: a Raspberry Pi or an Arduino. Both are aimed for professionals and hobbyists looking to build exciting new projects with a low cost of entry. Both the Raspberry Pi and the Arduino boards have advantages, disadvantages, and ideal use-cases, depending on your project requirements....

Reorganizing your home base can be a tedious task in Astroneer . As it grows in size and you add more equipment and structures, you’ll probably want to change your setup to make it more organized. An essential item that makes moving and transporting equipment a whole lot easier is a Packager. That’s why in this guide we’ll not only show you how to make a Packager, but also how to use it to pack items....

Atomic Heart contains a large variety of equipment that players can use throughout their journey. Though most of the popular ones often include guns and melee weapons, there are also some utility items that are incredibly important in increasing your firepower. One in-game example that comes to mind are the cartridge guns, which you can equip to give your weapons elemental damage. If you’re having trouble finding out how to use them, then we’ve got you covered....

Robot Vacuum is an awesome smart home gadget and a cleaning tool — a must-have for any household. The robot vacuum and mop combo is even better. The only question is, how do you choose the best robot vacuum for your house and needs? Should you go for a robovac with the most suction power, the one with the longest battery, or a smart robot mop to clean your floors more thoroughly?...

Gmail is one of the email service providers that has a generous amount of storage. While this is certainly an advantage, it’s also one of the biggest drawbacks many users face. As users can store gigabytes of free data, cleaning emails becomes a lesser priority, which leaves users thousands of emails to go through when they finally use up almost all of the free storage. While seeing thousands of unread and unnecessary emails can be intimidating, clearing everything up to start fresh is surprisingly easy and quick....