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Do you find it difficult to explain computer issues to support technicians over the phone or via text? The Steps Recorder app can help you describe the issue. It uses screenshots and text descriptions to document steps that led to the issue you’re trying to fix. Sending support technicians a Steps Recorder report can help them accurately diagnose computer malfunctions and recommend appropriate troubleshooting solutions. This tutorial covers everything you need to know about the Steps Recorder app....

In most cases, when they want to use a TV as an extended monitor, people will run a long HDMI cable from their computer over to the TV set. That’s the easiest solution, but who wants to run a cable across the room when there are plenty of solutions to do this wirelessly? You may be thinking that casting using a Chromecast device is the single, or most preferred, solution here....

Unlike desktop operating systems, iOS and iPadOS offer no native ways to look into the processes running on the iPhone and iPad. The App Store is also devoid of apps that can help you check your device’s inner workings. However, if you have access to a Mac, you can view a list of processes running on your iPhone or iPad. You just need Xcode. Installing Xcode on Your Mac Xcode is an integrated development environment (IDE) that aids software creation for Apple devices....

Todoist is one of the most functional online to-do services that allows you to be as productive as possible with your limited time. While we’ve previously discussed using Todoist alongside the Getting Things Done (GTD) methodology , many people don’t realize that Todoist lets you lay out your lists using Kanban boards. In this article, we’ll show you how to use Kanban boards in Todoist, and how it can further enhance your time management and productivity....

I recently ran across a client that was not able to print properly from Internet Explorer 7 or 8 on a Windows 7 machine. When trying to print from IE, the Print dialog box would simply disappear and nothing would print. Also, whenever we would try to do a Print Preview, the screen would be blank except for the page number in the header and some sort of strange file path at the bottom....

If This, Then That (or IFTTT) is a powerful automation system that allows you to link disparate tasks together. For example, you can link your smart lights and your email together so that your lights flash when an important email comes in–but what do you do if it suddenly stops working? If your IFTTT tasks malfunction, try one of these methods to correct the issue. Verify that IFTTT is Online If IFTTT goes down, so too do the applets....

iPad updates are a great way to improve your tablet’s performance, fix bugs, and enhance security. But sometimes, updates can get stuck or even fail and display error codes. If your iPad won’t update, this guide shows you how to get things running again. 1. Keep Waiting If you’ve just initiated an update on your iPad, give it some time. iPadOS updates take longer than you’d expect due to several factors, with the two most common being:...

When you decide to go ahead with an O.T.A. (over-the-air) iOS update on the iPhone, you can expect it to complete without any significant issues. Apple deserves credit for that. But rarely, you’ll come across the odd update that refuses to go over the finish line. If you’ve come face to face with a stuck iPhone update, then the list of fixes that follow should—hopefully—help you sort that out. iPhone Update Stuck While Downloading After initiating an iOS update, your iPhone starts downloading the system software file needed to install the update....

Xbox Game Pass February 2023 Additions These games are set to release this month on Game Pass, as mentioned in the announcement post on the Xbox blog . February 9 Madden 23 – Through Xbox Gamepass Ultimate & EA Play (Console and PC) SD Gundam Battle Alliance (Cloud Console & PC) February 14 Mount and Blade II: Bannerlord (Cloud, Console & PC) February 15 Cities Skylines – Remastered (Cloud & Xbox Series X|S) February 16 Shadow Warrior 3: Definitive Edition (Cloud, Console & PC) February 20 Atomic Heart (Cloud, Console & PC) There are only six games coming out this month, which isn’t very many....

Having a personalized and up-to-date profile picture in Microsoft Teams helps establish your identity, adds professionalism, and enhances team collaboration. However, there are times when you might struggle to get your profile picture to update or sync. For example, a new picture you upload through the Teams desktop app may not appear on your mobile. Or, the old photo may continue to show up within one-on-one chats, group conversations, or team meetings....

Do you remember using Microsoft’s Hotmail email service? Throughout the years, Microsoft has offered a variety of cloud email services that it has rebranded several times. These rebrands become even more confusing when you follow Microsoft’s transition from Microsoft Hotmail, to Live Mail, and finally to the Outlook web app. MSN Hotmail – What Happened? In 1996, when web-based email services were just gaining popularity, Sabeer Bhatia and Jack Smith launched the Hotmail web service....

Not many Excel users name their cells, constant values, or formulas inside the worksheet. However, there’s a purpose to Excel names. They make the worksheet content easier to read, write, and reuse. It’s easier to find content in a named range of cells than by using the cell references. It’s also fun as you can add unique characters to the name and create symbols such as smiley, or a heart....

If you’ve ever tried to edit a system file using Notepad on your Windows PC, you’ve likely seen the error that says “Notepad access denied”. It usually happens when you try to modify a system file from a standard user account on a PC. Windows does this to ensure your system files are protected and that only the administrator can make changes to them. If you still need to access and edit the file using Notepad, you’ll need to open Notepad as admin....

A black (or blue) terminal with a blinking cursor is a classic image for anyone using a Linux system. In Microsoft Windows, however, you don’t need to work with a command-line interface anymore. Whether installing new apps or configuring your operating system, you can do everything through the graphic user interface (GUI). There is still a time and place for terminal commands in a Windows OS, though. You can only set up things like batch commands or automated tasks using a command-line shell....

For added security, I wanted to restrict access to my Cisco SG300-10 switch to only one IP address in my local subnet. After initially configuring my new switch a few weeks backs, I wasn’t happy knowing that anyone connected to my LAN or WLAN could get to the login page by just knowing the IP address for the device. I ended up sifting through the 500-page manual to figure out how to go about blocking all IP addresses except the ones that I wanted for management access....

Looking for a quality Bluetooth speaker that sounds good, supports the latest tech and isn’t super expensive? Well, the team over at iClever sent me several of their gadgets to test out and the one I’m probably most impressed with is the Bluetooth wireless speaker. Size & Design The first thing that struck me about the speaker was the size. It’s a tiny little speaker that fits easily into your hand....

Do you need help connecting your Roku to your home (or any Wi-Fi) network? Does the streaming device frequently disconnect from Wi-Fi? Is your Roku connected to the Wi-Fi , but apps don’t have internet access? This tutorial covers troubleshooting solutions for Roku’s Wi-Fi connectivity issues. The steps apply to all Roku devices and models. 1. Use an HDMI Extender The closer your Roku device is to your router, the better the network reception and signal strength....

After weeks of legal proceedings, the first nation has approved Microsoft’s purchase of Activision Blizzard . It is Saudi Arabia, who today (August 22) gave the go-ahead for the deal to go through. Of course, it is still a long way off completion, with many more countries yet to rubber-stamp the buyout. Nonetheless, things are moving in the right direction for Microsoft when it comes to Activision. Saudi Arabia Gives Green Light To Microsoft Yes, as per renowned Xbox insider Klobrille on Twitter, the first approval for the big Activision deal is here....

In Linux, it’s pretty simple (as it is in most operating systems), to restart your computer, logout of your user account, or completely shutdown your system. Often, it’s as simple as hitting the power button on your computer, or clicking a button on the toolbar. In Ubuntu, you’ll see a window like this appear. You’ll have the option to immediately turn off your computer (after shutting down your session), rebooting, logging out, and more....

The second and final batch of Game Pass arrivals for May 2022 are here, with a high-profile day one release on the service. After a slightly quieter start to the month with just Trek to Yomi as the major arrival, Game Pass is back at it for the second half of the month. Read on to see all the new Game Pass arrivals for the rest of May 2022. Xbox Game Pass May 2022 Additions The following games will all be making their way to Game Pass, in some capacity, over the next two weeks....