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Do you get a no connection error while using Steam on your Windows or Mac? Your game client may face issues connecting to the internet, resulting in the above error message. You can apply a few solutions to get around the problem, and we’ll show you what those solutions are. While there are many reasons Steam can’t connect to the internet , the major ones are that your internet connection has issues, Steam is down, you’re using a VPN, and your firewall is blocking Steam’s access to the internet....

Windows 11’s Xbox app is an excellent companion for your Xbox console, providing a convenient hub for video games, social features, Remote Play , and more. However, although Microsoft has designed it to run well on the PC, it’s not without issues. If the Xbox app refuses to open or work correctly, you’re likely dealing with a random software hiccup, a corrupt application cache, or problems with the operating system....

Do you use Discord daily? Then you’ve probably seen someone use bolded or colored text in a Discord server or in your DMs before. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have your own Discord server , you can learn simple commands to do basic text formatting like writing in bold or italics, as well as advanced text formatting like using code blocks. While you’re using Discord, Markdown is a powerful system running in the background that handles all of the text formatting....

Most high-end smartphones have some degree of water resistance. But even if your phone has an official IP rating, it’s not immune to water damage. Submerging your smartphone can get your phone’s sensitive internal components wet and cause damage. If you accidentally get water inside your phone’s charging port, here’s what you can do to dry it out and avoid permanent damage. How to Get Water Out of Charging Port Since Apple’s warranty doesn’t cover water damage, here are a few things you can try to dry off your iPhone’s charging port before contacting Apple Support for help....

Windows 11 is Microsoft’s latest and greatest desktop operating system, and Windows 10 only has a few short years left before it loses support, but that doesn’t mean you need to fork over more cash. There are several ways to get Windows 11 for free, and we’ve listed the most common ones. Who Gets a Free Windows 11 Upgrade? To get Windows 11 for free, you need to be running Windows 10 and also have a computer that conforms to the minimum requirements ....

In the past few years, the entire web has transitioned from an optional secure HTTP protocol (also known as HTTPS) to a scenario where you can’t have a website today without securing it with an SSL certificate. This is because google starting displaying a warning message in its Chrome browser whenever a user would visit a website URL that started with HTTP rather than HTTPS. To make sure your website is up to web security standards, you’ll want to purchase an SSL certificate and install it on your website....

If you’re into gaming, it’s possible you have a good amount of consoles sitting around. Maybe you hook each one up as you feel like playing them, which can be a hassle when you want to switch between consoles to play certain games. However, even if you have a lot of consoles, there are actually ways you can hook up multiple game consoles to one TV, making it easy to switch between them in just a few seconds so you’re instantly ready to play on whatever console you wish....

Zoom is a teleconferencing and video chat solution you can use for hosting work meetings , talking to family and friends, and taking online classes. Do you know how to join a Zoom meeting when someone you know has set up a conference call and invited you? What You Need To Join a Zoom Meeting You don’t need an account to join a Zoom meeting. But you do need the meeting ID or the invite URL....

Many PDF files these days are not searchable, making it hard to find specific text in a document. Fortunately, several online tools let you make a PDF searchable with OCR (Optical Character Recognition) technology and text recognition. These tools are free with limited features but are more affordable than costly PDF software you may only use once or twice. You can simply upload your file, press a button or two, and download the searchable document....

Excel is a powerful tool that you can use to create charts and graphs for small or large amounts of data. In this Excel tutorial, I’ll show you how to take a small set of data and create a simple bar graph, along with the options you have to customize the graph. Once you have the basics down, you can use those same techniques on larger sets of data....

Instagram may have started as a photo sharing app, but it has quickly evolved. Today, video content does far better on Instagram than photos do, especially for stories. If you’d like to learn how to make animated Instagram stories for free, we’ll take you through the basics. You can also use these tips to turn your photos into animated versions in your feed. Here is an overview of what we will cover:...

Spotify is one of the most widely-used music streaming services available, with thousands of artists to listen to and discover. If you’re a music enthusiast who uses Spotify, you should know that there are actually settings you can tweak to get the best audio experience. These are settings in Spotify such as boosting bass or treble, selecting audio settings for different types of music, and changing the overall volume level....

Not all computers have built-in Bluetooth adapters. But that does not mean you can’t experience the convenience of wireless technology. In this post, we’ll show how you can add Bluetooth to any computer. Why Use Bluetooth? There are many reasons why you’d want to consider adding Bluetooth to your computer. For starters, the performance of wireless headsets has improved significantly over the years. Bluetooth headphones add range and mobility for both desktop and laptop users....

GoldenEye 007 remains one of the most popular first person shooters of all time. It carries a special place in the hearts of many gamers, for the groundbreaking multiplayer experience and the single-player mode that lets you become James Bond. It’s now over 20 years since its 1997 release, and you might get the itch to play GoldenEye 007 with your friends once more. Did you know there is a free version of the GoldenEye 007 multiplayer, known as GoldenEye: Source ?...

Export The Google Document To Microsoft Word To do this, with your Google Docs document open, select File from the menu, select Download , and then select Microsoft Word (.docx) . Export The Google Document To OpenOffice If you don’t have a licensed copy of Microsoft Word, another option is to export the document as an OpenDocument (.odt) file. You can open this file with a number of OpenDocument compatible programs like Apache OpenOffice, LibreOffice, and more....

Double-sided or duplex printing is a good choice if you’re environmentally conscious or want to economize on paper. Plus, knowing how to print double-sided on your Mac can also elevate the presentation of your documents. Many inkjet and laser printers have the duplex printing function built in, but the way you access it may differ depending on where you’re printing from. If you’re using a Mac, you can print double-sided whether or not the printer has this feature....

Want to know how to recover lost Chrome tabs after a crash? If you’re one of those people who are addicted to keeping a lot of tabs open, you know how frustrating this can be. Unexpected shutdowns, restarts, and crashes can seriously disrupt your browsing session. This guide covers all you need to know in case of an accident, so read on. How to Recover Lost Chrome Tabs After a Crash If your browser crashed or your PC unexpectedly rebooted, keyboard shortcuts for immediate retrieval and similar methods won’t work....

If you want to set up a server at home, you may want to be able to access it remotely. Of course, you can only connect remotely if you leave your PC or server left turned on. You may not want to do this, however, especially if you’re looking to lower your energy bill. A good way to get around this problem is to switch your PC or server off, and then wake it up remotely only when you’re ready to use it....

AirPods may be a perfect example of Apple’s “it just works” philosophy in practice, but they aren’t without problems. Connectivity, audio, and microphone-related issues can often crop up and put a dent in your listening experience. Apple knows that which is why you have the option of resetting the AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max. So in this tutorial, you’ll learn how to revert Apple’s iconic wireless earbuds or headset to factory defaults....

If your AirTag keeps acting up or you want to use it with a new Apple ID, you must reset the Bluetooth tracker to its default settings. Reset Your AirTag With Find My The Find My app on your iPhone or iPad allows you to unpair an AirTag from your Apple ID. This action resets the device to its default settings, allowing you to pair it with the same or a different Apple ID....