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Why not share your epic gaming moments with friends by recording your gameplay? You might even discover a love for creating gameplay content and end up becoming a streamer. The PC vs. console gaming debate is almost as old as gaming itself, but PC gaming remains popular. You can go on a nostalgia trip playing Windows 95 games on a new PC. You have a massive selection of affordable games thanks to platforms like Steam and GoG, and you can create pro gaming YouTube videos ....

Windows 7/8/10 allows you to add a message that is displayed on the logon screen when users log in. To setup a message for users logging in on your computer, use the Local Security Policy editor. The message is simply informational and doesn’t provide any kind of actual security. Depending on what you write, it can deter someone, but the message is removed once they click OK. Also, you can only edit the security policy settings on the Pro and higher versions of Windows....

Apple estimates that a full charge of your Apple Watch should provide up to 18 hours of “All-Day” usage . But that’s not always the case. Several factors determine how long your Apple Watch’s battery lasts: usage frequency, apps installed, notification settings, display configurations, and so on. 1. Reduce Display Brightness The brighter your Apple Watch’s screen, the quicker the battery dies. That’s because more battery juice is required to power a brighter display....

Instagram is undoubtedly the hottest, hippest lifestyle and photography social media app in the world. So it’s a shame that its Instagram Stories feature sometimes results in blurry, stretched, upside-down, or otherwise ruined photos. If you aren’t happy with the quality of the photos in your Instagram stories, the problem and the fix can be found in the Instagram app, your Android or iOS phone, or your internet connection. Let’s see how you can post a story on Instagram without losing quality....

Astroneer is all about space exploration and resource gathering. That’s why crafting and building are essential if you want to advance yourself to new areas and deeper depths of space. However, one issue that players have encountered is figuring out how to rotate objects, which has resulted in their base looking more like a scrapyard. That’s why this guide will show you how to rotate objects no matter which platform you’re using to play the game....

Whether you’re looking to communicate tactically with teammates during an intense session of Rainbow Six: Siege or wanting to trash talk your opponents with clear and concise vitriol, you’re going to need to find the best gaming headset. A quality gaming headset will immerse you in whatever activity you choose to tackle and makes the experience feel that much more special. You can’t have an ultimate gaming experience without a great gaming headset....

Both Linux and the varying BSDs (Berkeley Software Distributions) are free and open-source, with more things in common than differences. With this in mind, you may ask yourself, “If they’re so similar, then why do they exist at all? Wouldn’t it be better to have a singular operating system from which to choose?” I can answer this question by also mentioning that their differences are also vast. So much so that to cover them all would turn this article into a book rather than just a simple article....

The Command Prompt application, sometimes referred to as command shell, is found in most Windows NT-based operating systems. Its purpose is to execute specific commands for troubleshooting or solving specific Windows issues, performing advanced administrative functions, and automating tasks via batch files and scripts. That said, you can also use it to change your IP address when you want to spoof it to bypass geoblocks or online bans on sites that impose such restrictions on their content, or change your Domain Name System (DNS) servers for troubleshooting reasons or to make surfing more secure and faster....

Changing the default search engine to something other than Bing is really easy in Internet Explorer and takes just a few clicks. That is, unless you work in a corporate environment and your network administrator has the web browser settings locked down. Some admins go a little overboard with restrictions and forcing people to search using only Bing is a prime example. In this article, I’ll show you how to modify some settings in the registry so that you can use Google as the default search engine instead of Bing....

A great way to save yourself from viruses, malware and spyware is to use a virtual machine to browse the Internet instead of your regular Windows PC. So what is a virtual machine? It’s basically a full copy of Windows that runs inside another copy of Windows called the host. The virtual version of Windows is just a large file and special software running on your Windows computer (virtualization software) acts as a fake computer so that Windows can run....

The wide array of recipes in Disney Dreamlight Valley serve a slew of different purposes. You’re able to consume them for energy, sell them for Star Coins, and give them as gifts. However, you’ll also need to cook a few specific recipes to complete certain quests. A particular meal that you’ll need to make is the Apple Pie recipe, which is required to complete Remy’s An Important Night at the Restaurant quest....

New recipes are always being introduced to the Disney Dreamlight Valley menu and the “A Festival of Friendship” update has done just that. Since one of the characters introduced in the patch was the magical Mirabel, the developers fittingly brought the Buñuelos recipe into the game. This dish is especially important because it’s a requirement in completing her last quest. To help you out in making this delicious treat, we’ve written down all the ingredients you’ll need below....

By default, a standard installation of Windows 7 does not turn on Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS). In order to use this feature, you must turn it on using Programs and Features in the Control Panel. Learn how to turn on Microsoft Internet Information Services in Windows 7 What is Internet Information Services (IIS)? By default, Internet Information Services (IIS) is turned off in Windows 7. This is for good reason because few casual users would ever use these services....

Sidecar describes the technology that lets Mac owners use an iPad as a second display. If this term is new to you, this article explaining how Apple Sidecar works has everything you need to know. In this post, we’ll list 11 troubleshooting steps to take if Sidecar is not working on your Mac. 1. Check Your Cable Connection If your devices are connected via a USB cable, you need to ensure your iPad is configured to trust your Mac....

Forza Horizon 5’s open-world racing game is as realistic and immersive as any car enthusiast could want. Furthermore, with a diverse selection of high-end supercars, you can truly drive to your heart’s content. But what makes this experience even more enjoyable is the ability to drive the car you want, with the design you want. Do you want to install a set of police lights on your vehicle? Perfect, we’ll show you how to do just that in this guide....

Is your iPhone’s front camera lagging or displaying a blank screen? There’s no need to panic. Most issues with the camera typically show up because of complications specific to an app or the system software. So, in this troubleshooting guide, you’ll learn multiple methods to fix a malfunctioning front camera on an iPhone. Many of these solutions are simple, although some may require more effort. 1. Switch Cameras and Zoom Settings Quickly toggling to the iPhone’s back camera or zooming in and out can kick-start the front camera into functioning again....

Let’s face it, while there are many fine operating system choices available for PC users, if you’re a gamer the choice is clear – Microsoft Windows. Since Windows is still the most popular operating system by far, it makes sense that game developers focus their time and energy on creating software for the platform that has the largest customer base. Which is a pity for gamers who want to use open-source operating systems such as Ubuntu Linux ....

Grounded is all about surviving, which may be rather daunting at times. That’s why a new Basketball Hoop might help relieve some stress for you and your friends. The good news is you can get a Basketball Hoop rather early on in the game and even unlock an achievement with it. But first, you’ll need to build one, and we’ve got all the instructions on how to do just that, right here....

Guided Access bolsters privacy when you hand over your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to another person, restricting the device to a single app while allowing you to turn off touch inputs on any screen area. If you encounter problems where the Guided Access feature fails to activate or won’t work as expected, this troubleshooting guide will show you how to run it normally again. 1. Set Up Guided Access Mode Never used Guided Access on your iPhone or iPad before?...

Halo Infinite ‘s multiplayer is in full swing, but a few pesky bugs are still appearing. A current problem revolves around the weekly challenges, which provide objectives to earn extra XP and prizes throughout the week. In some cases, players are reporting these not working, failing to acknowledge completion. If you’ve encountered this, fear not — we’ve got the fix! How to FixHalo InfiniteWeekly Challenges Not Working The good news is that if your weekly challenges aren’t working in Halo Infinite , there are a few ways to try to fix it....