For games, it’s the closest thing PC users have to an Apple App Store. So just imagine what would happen if someone hacked into your Steam accounts. It happens. And it’s devastating. Here’s how to add an extra layer of security. At the top left of Steam, click Steam > Settings. In the Settings window, click the box: Manage steam guard account security. Check the box to “Deauthorize all other computers now....
Veracrypt is the descendent of Grandpa TrueCrypt, which was suddenly declared obsolete and unsafe, to the shock of many (it was rumored the FBI had managed to crack it finally). Grandpa TrueCrypt was then unceremoniously shuffled off to the encryption home in the sky. But no sooner had the crypto-geeks picked themselves off the floor than it was announced that a new version was coming out. This was VeraCrypt. Let’s take a look at what Veracrypt is and how you can set up an encrypted “volume” (sort of like a folder)....
Share Your BLUETTI Stories Join the fun and share your story with BLUETTI! As James Ray explains: It’s easy to participate – follow these two simple steps: Whether you have a clip from a camping trip, a wilderness expedition, a garden party, happy family time, or a power outage, as long as your story is related to BLUETTI power backup, you’ll be eligible to win. Don’t miss out – join the campaign today and share your story with BLUETTI!...
Over the last couple of days, I’ve been using the private beta of Chrometa for free and so far, I like it. Check out the review and screenshot tour below to see how it works. Introduction to Chrometa from JP Ren on Vimeo. Logging Activity Here’s how to log your activity using Chrometa: Step One Install Chrometa. That’s it. After that, Chrometa sits unobtrusively in your system tray, logging your activity and uploading it to your dashboard....
You might want to convert negative numbers to positives in Google Docs to make the data easier to understand and interpret. Converting negative numbers to positive numbers can also help to standardize the data. If you want to convert negative numbers to positive ones in Google Sheets, follow these steps. How to Convert Negative Numbers to Positive Using the ABS Function The ABS function in Google Sheets returns the absolute value of a number—this is the positive number without a minus sign....
Text replacements are time-saving shortcuts that are also available in Google Docs. Called Substitutions in Docs, the feature works the same way. Enter the text shortcut and it is automatically replaced with another word, phrase, or even a symbol. Here, we’ll show you how to create and manage text substitutions in Google Docs. How to Access Text Substitutions in Google Docs You may not realize it, but Google Docs offers text substitutions of its own already set up for you to use....
Whether or not you want to allow people to follow your account or you prefer to stick to the tried-and-tested adding friends route will depend on your personal circumstances. Still, there can be some useful benefits to having followers, too, rather than just friends. If you want to enable followers on Facebook, follow the steps below. Why Have Followers Rather Than Friends on Facebook? If you’re not a business account or a celebrity, you may wonder why you would want followers rather than friends on Facebook....
Whatever the case, Microsoft makes the process of forgetting a Wi-Fi network easy and straightforward on Windows 11. Here’s what you’ll need to do. Forget a Wi-Fi Network of Windows 11 The simplest way to forget a single Wi-Fi network on Windows 11 is via the Quick Settings menu. Before forgetting a wireless network, make sure you still have the network’s password so that you can reconnect later if needed....
If you’re managing multiple devices on Windows 11, you’ll probably want to join it to a domain. A domain facilitates the management and security of PCs from a single server (or several servers). You can then use a single user account to log in to multiple devices and access different server resources on any PC. You don’t need to be a network admin to do this, however. You might want to join your laptop to an office or educational domain—if you have permission to do so....
If you want the ultimate security when moving files from computer to computer, you’ll need to know how to SCP in Linux. Here’s how. The Basics Behind Secure Copy (SCP) Secure copy, or scp, is a Linux command used to copy files between servers securely. It encrypts those files, so nobody snooping your network traffic can intercept and read them. SCP is built into the Secure Shell (SSH) protocol, which typically uses the strongest encryption available....
Setting up Google Talk with Fring Step 1 Pop on to the iTunes App Store from your iPhone and download the Fring app. It’s free! Step 2 When you first launch the Fring app, you’ll be asked to create an account or log in with your existing account. Do so. Step 3 Once you’re logged in, touch the More button along the bottom and then touch Add-ons. Step4 Touch Google Talk....
The most common and obvious method for splitting your screen is using Windows Key + Right or Left Arrow. You can also split your screen in Windows 11 through window management capabilities. For example, you can use Windows Snap, Virtual Desktops, and Snap Layouts. Let’s explore each in more detail. We’ll show you how to use split-screen in Windows 11, so you can multitask and get things done. Use Windows Snap to Split the Screen Microsoft introduced the Windows Snap feature with Windows 7, letting you snap open windows to the left and right sides of the screen....
Marvel Studios’ Eternals Coming to Streaming and Blu-ray This release comes just two months after the film’s theatrical release on November 3rd, 2021. The film contains bonus material, including four deleted scenes and a gag reel. The release on Disney Plus comes on the heels of the MCU show Hawkeye wrapping up its season later in December. Marvel’s Eternals Film Synopsis: The outstanding ensemble cast includes Gemma Chan, Richard Madden, Kumail Nanjiani, Lia McHugh, Brian Tyree Henry, Lauren Ridloff, Barry Keoghan, Don Lee, Kit Harington, Salma Hayek and Angelina Jolie....
Skype Translator It is still in beta and is currently only available for Windows 8.1 and Windows 10 tech preview users. Microsoft says the translator works with almost any other Skype client, so only one of the parties in the conversation need the translator app enabled. The translator lets you video or voice call someone who speaks a different language, which breaks down the language barriers to make communication easier. Skype Translator is like the Universal Translator technology you see on Star Trek, you know, everyone can understand everyone, no matter what planet they’re from....
To check what’s taking up space on your iPhone or iPad, go to Settings > iCloud > Storage > Manage Storage. Here’s where you can see what’s taking up all the space. Get Rid of Old Backups If you switched iOS devices, you probably have an old backup hanging out in your account. If an old backup is taking up space, delete that backup. Tap on the name of the device and then tap Delete Backup....
Unless you want to be stuck in (near) silence, you’ll need to investigate the issue. Usually, when the volume and other buttons stop working, you can replace the batteries and be good to go. That might not always fix the problem, however. If that’s the case, other troubleshooting steps must be taken. If your Roku remote volume isn’t working, try these steps to fix the problem. 1. Change the Batteries in Roku Remote We mentioned changing batteries at the outset, but it’s an essential first step if your Roku remote volume isn’t working....
Does Your Plan Support It? While your iPhone and iOS may support the feature, your carrier and plan determine if the feature is turned on or not. You’ll need to check with your carrier to see if it’s supported. You might have to change plans. For example, those on the original AT&T iPhone unlimited plan can’t tether. That’s one of the reasons I switched off that plan a few years ago....
If it is, you may have spotted a process running on your computer called SmartByte Telemetry. If you have noticed it, it’s likely because it’s been causing network issues with your computer. What is SmartByte Telemetry, exactly? Do you really need it running on your computer? And if you don’t, how do you get rid of it? We’ll explain everything below. What is SmartByte Telemetry? SmartByte Telemetry is an application that comes pre-installed in most Dell computers....
The BLUETTI AC500 is an upgrade to the already robust AC300 and includes several improvements that set it apart in the competitive solar generator market. Here is a look at the high-performance features of BLUETTI AC500: Additional BLUETTI AC500 Features In addition to the stats above, there’s more under the hood of the BLUETTI AC500. For example, the system adopts a selected LiFePO4 battery for long-term durability. It also includes 3,500+ charging cycles up to 80 percent of its original capacity....
During the event, BLUETTI will highlight its three latest product releases. The products will demonstrate advanced energy storage products that are groundbreaking innovations in solar energy solutions. BLUETTI has 10 years of industry experience and stays true to its green energy storage solutions for both indoor and outdoor use. Here’s a look at what the company plans to demonstrate during the event. What is IFA in Germany? The IFA event is the Consumer Electronics Unlimited event for industrial and electronics exhibitions of products and ideas....
