The Reboot and Select Proper Boot Device error message pops up when a motherboard can’t connect to the hard drive that contains the operating system. But there’s no need to bring in your PC for repairs just yet. In this post, you’ll learn some of the ways you can troubleshoot the issue on your own. Check The Cables You should first check the cables to see if they’ve been dislodged from either the motherboard or the hard drive....
There are many valid reasons to record a WhatsApp conversation—to gather evidence, for research purposes, to record a meeting, etc. However, unlike other instant messaging and video conferencing apps, WhatsApp lacks native support for call recording. That makes it a little complicated to record WhatsApp calls, but it’s not impossible. In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to record WhatsApp video calls and audio calls on Android and iOS devices....
We’ve all been there – maybe you decided to take a break from social media or accidentally deleted your Facebook account . Now, you’re feeling the FOMO and want to get back in touch with your online friends and communities. Can You Recover a Deleted Facebook Account? Good news: In most cases, you can recover a deleted Facebook account. When you delete your account, Facebook gives you a grace period, usually around 30 days, during which your account is just deactivated ....
The number of times I’ve closed my browser or shut off my computer, forgetting that I have dozens of open tabs borders on embarrassing. Sometimes it took hours of research to find all the tabs again. Most browsers now sport features that allow you to recover closed tabs quickly. If you weren’t aware of this, read on to see how to recover closed tabs in any web browser. Vector illustration of simple flat web browser...
Do you keep noticing a process called “nsurlsessiond” using lots of CPU on your Mac? What is it, and why does that happen? Should you be concerned? “Nsurlsessiond” is a legitimate process, but persistently high CPU usage can lead to performance hiccups and shorter battery life. We’ll dive into what “nsurlsessiond” is and show you ways to reduce its toll on the Mac’s CPU. What Is the Nsurlsessiond Process? The “nsurlsessiond” process on a Mac is integral to the NSURLSession API within Apple’s Foundation framework , and its primary role is to manage network operations in the background....
Resetting Bluetooth on Mac can resolve various issues preventing a macOS device from communicating with wireless peripherals and accessories. We will show how and when to do it. If you encounter difficulties while using a wireless device on your iMac, Mac mini, or MacBook Pro/Air, one way to troubleshoot the issue involves resetting Bluetooth. There are several ways to do that. You can disconnect and reconnect the problematic Bluetooth device, reset the Bluetooth module on your Mac, or delete the operating system’s Bluetooth preferences file....
Some of the best lectures, debates, and music in the world is on YouTube for free. But we don’t always have the time to watch a video, and streaming audio over cell data would bankrupt us. Wouldn’t it be great if we could just rip audio from a YouTube video? Then we could listen to it whenever we wanted. Let’s address the issue of whether it’s legal or not to rip audio from YouTube....
Are you trying to figure out how to save a Word Document as a JPEG? This blog post will break down the steps to successfully turn your Word document into an image with just a few clicks of the mouse. Whether you’re trying to add greater visual impact for presentations or create images for digital documents and web content, this post is here to help make that process easier so you can quickly transfer your words into pictures....
Google integrated a screen recording tool into Chrome OS 89 primarily to foster virtual learning. If you take a lot of online classes on your Chromebook, or you teach students online, the tool lets you record lessons, reports, and presentations for reference purposes. However, screen recording isn’t limited to academics only; there are other interesting use cases. You can also record YouTube videos, sports broadcasts, games, and other entertainment content or activities....
Virtual desktops in Windows 11 let you create separate workspaces, each with different customizations and running apps. Setting a different background image for each desktop gives you a quick visual reminder of which one you’re using. Change a Virtual Desktop Wallpaper in Task View (Windows + Tab) Changing the desktop background for a virtual desktop in Windows 11 is simple. The quickest way to do it is using Task View and the Windows + Tab shortcut....
If you use common email clients in a Corporate environment like Outlook, you’re probably used to setting your out of office reply . Did you know you can also set up out of office replies in Gmail as well? Since most people use Gmail as their personal email account, it can be useful letting people know when you’re on vacation or holiday. Doing this is fairly simple in Gmail, but the process is slightly different than you might be used to in Outlook....
After creating a Telegram group, you’d want to have like-minded individuals with common goals or interests as members. You can add members from your contacts or through a username search. Telegram also lets you invite users to join groups using a link. This tutorial will show you how to share Telegram group links from the messaging app. Specifically, you’ll learn to share and access invite links for a public and private group as a creator/owner or member....
Have you ever wanted to share a YouTube video with someone, but wished it did not have to start at the very beginning? For example, if you want someone to see something that happens 6 minutes and 23 seconds into the video, you either have to let them watch it from the beginning or tell them they need to skip to that point. Instead, you could make yourself look cool and tech-savvy by sending them a link to the video that starts right where you want it....
Do you want to stop calls on your Apple iPhone without going through the hassle of adding contacts to a blocklist? Here are several ways to do that. iOS makes it easy to stop people from calling you by providing a handy contact blocklist. But what if you want to pause incoming calls briefly or prevent unknown numbers from reaching you on your iPhone? Thankfully, instead of blocking numbers on iPhone , you can use multiple alternative methods to stop unwanted calls....
The “People You May Know” feature is probably Facebook’s most annoying feature, even for those looking for new Facebook friends. Thankfully, this is a feature you can restrict from the Facebook settings menu on all devices, both on the PC and mobile. Keep in mind that this will not stop friend suggestions entirely; you will still see the suggestions pop up while you browse Facebook. Also, note that the suggestions are for finding new friends to make – you need a different method to find out who unfriended you ....
Do you spend time playing games with your friends on Discord? Do you love HBO Max shows and movies? Well, now you can combine these two activities in one place and have a blast with your friends because Discord is more than just a voice chat app for gamers . We’re here to show how you can stream HBO Max on your Discord server so your entire squad can watch together....
No one wants to lose their $200-$350 gaming console, especially if it’s difficult to track remotely. All Nintendo Switch models have no built-in tracking functionality, but you can still track the console if missing or stolen. We’ll show you how to make your Nintendo Switch trackable and track a missing or stolen Switch console. Use Third-Party Tracking Devices Do you often lose your Nintendo Switch in your home or neighborhood? Investing in tracking devices like the Apple AirTags or Tile Mate could solve your problem....
A virtual private network (or VPN) brings a lot of advantages, such as increased online privacy, improved security, and the ability to access geo-restricted content. However, there are situations where you may need to turn it off. Perhaps you’re experiencing slow internet speeds , or maybe certain apps and services aren’t working correctly when the VPN is active. Whatever the reason, disabling your VPN can help you troubleshoot issues with your internet connection....
There may be several valid reasons why you’d want to turn off Windows Defender on your computer . Maybe the service interferes while you’re gaming on your PC? Or maybe you’re a developer and it detects non-virus files as viruses? There are both advantages and disadvantages to turning the feature off. Disabling it will stop the issue you’re currently facing, but it will make your computer vulnerable to many threats....
If you need a light source during an unexpected blackout, forget rummaging around for a torch. Instead, use your iPhone’s camera LED as a flashlight. There are several handy ways to turn on the flashlight on your Apple iPhone, and this tutorial will walk you through each. Turn Flashlight On and Off via iPhone’s Control Center The most straightforward way to turn your iPhone’s flashlight on and off is through the Control Center for iOS ....
