A common computer virus is a program that attempts to self-replicate by modifying the code of other programs. When the virus succeeds, the computer is then said to be “infected.” A virus can cause all manner of harm to the target computer, or sometimes none at all. The effect of the virus depends on the type. Effects Of Computer Viruses You might not think a virus can do much harm, especially with modern antivirus software....
Why You Need a Desk Lamp A desk lamp can help you optimize the lighting conditions of your home office throughout the workday. Relying on natural light is never enough as it will shift during the course of the day. Overhead lights are never positioned to illuminate the whole space. A desk lamp will not only act as an additional light source but will also be focused on your work table, thus helping you concentrate on your work....
The video game titles that get the most publicity are created by teams that have dozens or even hundreds of specialized members. These can be graphic artists, programmers, writers, designers and more. So it might seem like only those with endless budgets and talent pools should bother stepping into the world of game development. Things couldn’t be further from the truth. Not only is this the best time in history for small, independent game creators....
Getting hacked is, however, a real danger for modern day users of devices like computers, smartphones and tablets. There exists an entire underground of so called “black hat” hackers that profit from exploiting vulnerabilities in systems and human psychology. Identity theft and direct monetary theft are two common drivers of these criminal hackers. The problem is that knowing you’ve been hacked can be hard. It’s not like there’s a big flashing red light to let you know....
One way to get there is to constantly improve your LinkedIn profile. Learn how to create a smarter LinkedIn resume that will paint the perfect picture of who you are and what you can do. Why Do You Need To Improve Your Resume on LinkedIn? It’s easy to say “make it stand out”, and much more difficult to make it happen when you’re competing with half a billion other user profiles....
In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps to correctly edit the HOSTS file. Also, if you would rather watch a video of the process, feel free to check out our YouTube video. Edit Hosts File in Windows To get started editing the Windows Hosts file, you first need to locate it. Open Windows Explorer and click on This PC or My Computer. Double-click on C:, then the Windows folder and scroll down the page until you reach the System32 folder....
Community standards as defined in Facebook’s policies seem straightforward and reasonable. However, when applied, Facebook’s team of censors (and the automated censoring system) sometimes seem to go to extremes. Even if your comment was just a joke or tongue-in-cheek, you could find yourself on the enforcement end of Facebook’s Community Standards team. In this article, we’ll outline what activities you should avoid to remain out of “Facebook jail”, and what enforcement actions you can expect if you do happen to make a mistake....
Note: This article is written considering normal times in terms of pricing and availability. The prices of desktop computer components can be affected by silicon shortages, making them more expensive or less available than comparable laptops. In that case, you should adjust your reasoning to take that into account. Differences Between a Gaming Laptop and Gaming Desktop The most significant difference between a gaming laptop and a gaming desktop is that a gaming laptop is a complete system that includes all peripherals....
In this article, we’ll explain how the archiving function works in Gmail, how you can archive emails, and how you can easily find archived emails. What Does Archive Mean in Gmail? Many people simply delete all of their old emails once they are no longer required. But what do you do when you might need to reference that message again in the future? This is where archiving is useful. While deleted emails are sent to the Trash folder for 30 days before being wiped from Google’s servers, archived emails are instead sent to a hidden folder where they remain indefinitely....
In this step-by-step tutorial, you’ll learn the basic principles of adding background music to videos that’ll work in any video editing app. This is thanks to the fact that video editing tools all tend to manage audio tracks and background music similarly. What Kind of Background Music Do You Want? Before you get started with your video editing project, decide on what exactly you want your final video clip to sound like....
Note that the steps to block specific numbers may slightly vary depending on your device and operating system. If these methods don’t work on your device, visit the manufacturer’s website for detailed steps and instructions. [01-block-texts-android-os.jpg] Block Unwanted Texts from the Messages App If the Google Messages app is the default SMS app on your device, follow the steps to block spam text messages from unknown numbers and saved contacts....
Some subreddits have huge audiences, making it much easier to spread your message. Others are much smaller, with niche audiences focused around a central topic. This is where crossposting becomes essential. So, if you want to know how to crosspost on Reddit, here’s what you’ll need. What is a Reddit Crosspost? When we talk about crossposting, we mean the process of posting the same Reddit post in several different subreddits....
In this article, we’ll review several ways to cut out a shape in Illustrator. This tutorial was written using Adobe Illustrator CC 2020, but these instructions should work no matter which version of Illustrator you have, as long as you’re using vector elements and not a raster image. How to Use a Shape as a Cookie Cutter Imagine you have two shapes on the artboard in Illustrator–a rectangle and a circle....
We’ll split this guide into two sections – how to download photos and how to download videos on Twitter. Both options require different methods, but you’ll find the whole process quite easy, regardless. Keep in mind that downloading this content does not give you the right to use the content you download freely. You should still respect copyright laws were applicable. How to Download Images and Photos on Twitter...
But before you can do that, you must configure Twitch to save your videos after you’ve finished broadcasting them. So in this tutorial, you’ll figure out what you must do to activate Video on Demand for your creator account and then download broadcasts to your desktop or mobile device. Activate Video On Demand in Twitch You can activate Video On Demand (VOD) in Twitch via your Twitch streamer dashboard, but that’s only possible if you use a web browser....
Of course with Windows, it seems you never really run out of strange issues to deal with! There’s always some crazy and cryptic error popping up that makes you scratch your head. One such issue is with Windows and it relates to the following errors: or This is quite an unusual problem, but if it happens to you, it’s very annoying! Anytime you try to open, move, or copy something, you will get this error....
Although there isn’t much screen real estate to work with, this tutorial will walk you through several methods to make the on-screen keyboard bigger on your iPhone or Android. How to Make the iPhone Keyboard Bigger If you use the default keyboard for the Apple iPhone, you can zoom in on the display, switch to horizontal orientation, or activate bold text to make the keys bigger and easier to see....
There are many different methods available that can be used to track your electricity usage, but we will be focusing on three methods in this article. Two of these methods are available to everybody, but one method is limited to those that use an energy supplier that supports it. Through Your Energy Supplier with Smart Meters and Apps Perhaps the easiest option for those that can get support for it is to get a smart meter directly from your energy supplier....
The good news is that it’s not difficult to learn some core tips and tricks that will significantly improve your safety on the net. Get ready, because this is going to be a mega guide of practical advice that will help you use a computer and the internet without getting burned. Learning Good Cybersecurity Habits When we’re young, our parents teach us general rules for life meant to keep us safe....
We’ll show you how to reset the PS5 controller to factory settings. Also, you’ll learn other ways to troubleshoot controller issues on your console. How to “Soft Reset” Your PS5 DualSense Controller When you turn your DualSense controller off and back on, that’s a soft reset. If your controller is slow, unresponsive, or freezing, performing a soft reset can fix the issue. Press the PS button on the controller to open the console’s controller center....
