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Windows 10 has a built-in photo viewer that you can use to view, edit, and enhance your photos. However, there are a few drawbacks with the Windows 10 Photos app, including the amount of time it takes before previewing an image. For many Windows 10 users, the slow loading of images remains a major gripe, but that can be resolved by using alternative photo viewer apps. If you’re ready to move on without the Windows Photos app, or prefer a more nimble program, check out our top picks for the best photo viewer for Windows 10....

The Windows Start menu has seen some changes over the years—some good, some bad. Not everyone agrees that the changes have been an improvement. You might be one of them, hoping for a switch back to the classic Start menu. Or, you might be looking for Windows 11 Start Menu alternatives. Stardock Start11 You might not have heard of many Start menu replacements, but one app you might have heard of before is Start11....

Finding a job today requires a different approach than it did even a few years ago. Where companies were previously clamoring for interest from candidates, today it seems the application tracking systems they use are spilling over with resumes touting perfectly qualified job seekers, only a few of which end up landing interviews. Competition is steep, which means landing your next job is probably going to require more energy and effort than it used to, especially if it’s a niche role or with a popular company....

Ever had a program freeze on you that refuses to close or disappear? One annoying problem is when a poorly written application crashes and refuses to be shut down. Or maybe you’ve noticed that your computer is suddenly running very slow, but there’s no clear indication as to why? In that case, you might have a process running on your system that is hogging all of the CPU time or taking up loads of memory....

A USB flash drive can save you from all the headaches that come with a broken PC. We already talked about creating a bootable USB flash drive for PC recovery and we also highly recommend having another USB flash drive with portable versions of PC repair programs. Below are just some of the programs you should consider adding to your PC rescue toolkit for the next time friends and family come asking for your help....

The Windows System File Checker (SFC) is a nifty tool for repairing corrupted files. Here’s a quick guide on how you can restore your files and get your PC running normally again. Run SFC First, you will need to open an elevated Command Prompt (CMD) . Basically, you will need to run Command Prompt as an administrator. Open an Elevated Command Prompt Run Search and type Command Prompt . Find Command Prompt from the results, right-click it, then select Run as Administrator ....

Google Maps and Waze are two of the biggest navigation apps, and both are very similar – perhaps because they’re both owned by Google. But despite their similarities, there are some major differences between them that can help you decide which navigation app is better for you. In this article, we’ll cover the main differences between Waze vs. Google Maps, as well as where each app excels. After reading this article, you’ll know exactly which navigation app suits your needs and driving style....

Making connections on the business social media platform LinkedIn can be wonderful for your career. If you want to take things a bit further, consider finding and joining a LinkedIn Group. From technology to retail to finance and beyond, you can find LinkedIn groups related to most any industry. This gives you a spot to meet and connect with industry experts or those who have similar interests. What Are LinkedIn Groups?...

HMU is another one of those acronyms that you’ve probably seen online and had to Google the meaning of. People use HMU and other popular internet abbreviations like NSFW or SMH to express something that’s beyond the scope of modern language. Using these acronyms is a great way to convey your emotions online quickly and effectively. Still finding it all confusing? Learn what HMU means, where it first came from, and how to use this acronym correctly to avoid becoming a social media faux pas....

You might not realize it, but right now, a number of hidden system processes are running in the background of your Windows PC (if you’re using one). They allow you to view this page, tell the time, alert you to your latest email, update your PC , and more, all without you having much (if any) interaction with these processes directly. If you take a look at your Windows Task Manager, however, you might be startled by the number of system processes running that you aren’t familiar with....

If you’ve spent a lot of time using DoorDash, then you know just how expensive ordering food delivery through the service can get. What Is DashPass: Cost and Limitations In the example order below, regular fees would have been: $3.99 delivery fee $8.51 fees & estimated tax Total: $12.50 With a DoorPass subscription, the DashPass benefits reduce the costs as follows: $0.00 delivery fee $5.04 fees & estimated tax Total: $5....

PCIe 4.0 motherboards are only now starting to ship to customers, but that’s not slowing down the development of this crucial peripheral connections standard. PCIe 6.0 is already on the table, with concrete improvements over the current cutting-edge standard. Since PCIe is becoming fundamental in computers of all shapes and sizes, it’s worth talking about what PCIe is, what it’s used for, and what the new PCIe 6.0 will offer in the future....

S Mode is a relatively new feature available on both Windows 10 and Windows 11 that boosts security and performance. It makes your Windows PC run apps exclusively from the Microsoft Store, ensuring that no malicious software can be activated. In this article, we’ll explain what Windows 11 S Mode is and how to use it (or not). What Is Windows S Mode? S Mode was introduced with Windows 10 as a security mode that prevents apps from outside the Microsoft Store from being able to run....

Google uses a universal calendar system where it syncs your calendar details across all your devices. When the Calendar app stops syncing on a device, you can’t view newly added events on that device. There are many reasons Google Calendar may not sync on your devices. Maybe your phone doesn’t have enough space to store new calendar details. Or maybe you or someone else has disabled the sync feature. We’ll show how to fix these common issues with Google Calendar not syncing....

Creating and building a massive world in Minecraft means using dozens of different resource types, but three of the most important are diamonds, slimes, and bees. The problem is that these are three of the rarest types of resources, too. If you’re looking to find diamonds, slimes, and bees in Minecraft , this article is your best friend. Where To Find Diamonds In Minecraft Diamonds are used to craft diamond swords, armor and diamond tools....

Does the TikTok app keep closing on your iPhone, iPad, or Android phone? Chances are your app is experiencing bugs and crashing as a result of that. There are other reasons your app closes unexpectedly. We’ll show you how to go about fixing this problem. Other reasons you can’t use TikTok uninterruptedly include your background apps using too many resources, your phone having a minor glitch, TikTok’s cache files being corrupt, your phone not having adequate storage space, and more....

Are you experiencing issues using the TikTok app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android device? There’s a good chance the app is facing a minor glitch, but there can be other reasons. This tutorial will help you understand why TikTok isn’t working and how to fix the issue. Reasons Why TikTok Might Not Be Working Social media apps, including TikTok, often malfunction due to internet connectivity issues, corrupt cache data, and server downtime....

When it comes to Android data recovery, a quick Google search returns many scams, misinformation, and malware posing as recovery tools. Many people accidentally delete important files, and unfortunately, there are many out there who would try to profit from their misfortune. But it isn’t all bad news. In this article, we’ll explain what kind of data recovery is possible on Android and how you can protect yourself from accidentally deleting your data in the future....

Named ranges are a useful, but often underutilized, feature of Microsoft Excel. Named ranges can make formulas easier to understand (and debug), simplify the creation of complicated spreadsheets, and simplify your macros. A named range is just a range (either a single cell, or a range of cells) to which you assign a name. You can then use that name in place of normal cell references in formulas, in macros, and for defining the source for graphs or data validation....

The Task Manager is a powerful Windows 11 utility that provides detailed real-time information about the software and hardware on your PC. It’s also indispensable when troubleshooting applications, monitoring hardware resource usage, and managing startup programs. In this in-depth guide and overview, you’ll learn everything you need to know about the Task Manager in Windows 11, including ways to use it effectively. Opening the Windows 11 Task Manager In Windows 11, you can launch the Task Manager just like any other program by selecting Start > All Apps > Windows Tools > Task Manager ....