What Is the lost+found Folder on Linux and macOS?
The lost+found folder is a part of Linux, macOS, and other UNIX-like operating systems. Each file system—that is, each partition—has its ow...Read More
Geek Trivia: The First Woman To Appear On A U.S. Postage Stamp Was?
The First Woman To Appear On A U.S. Postage Stamp Was? Harriet Tubman Martha Washington Queen Isabella Susan B. Anthony Think...Read More
How to Use “Hey Siri” to Launch Siri on Your Mac
Siri is finally on the Mac, but unlike the iPhone version, you can’t launch the virtual assistant with your voice. Sure, there are dock and...Read More
An Easier Way to Move the Text Cursor in iOS: Use 3D Touch
Most people probably already know how to move the cursor on their iPhone or iPad. It’s essential if you make a typo and want to go back to ...Read More
How to Download Movies and Shows From Netflix for Offline Viewing
After years of being on people’s wish lists, Netflix has finally started rolling its most oft-desired feature: the ability to download movi...Read More
How to Disable the Search History in Windows File Explorer
The search feature in Windows’ File Explorer saves recent searches by default to make it easier to search for the same terms again. However...Read More
How to Get Experimental Chromecast Software Ahead of the Public Release
Google loves to let people try updates to its products before releasing them to the masses. If you’re one of the folks who jumps on every b...Read More
How to Make Windows Shut Down Faster
Windows PCs should shut down fairly quickly—unless there’s a problem causing a shutdown delay. Here’s how to make your computer shut down f...Read More
How Do I Make the “Open With” Menu Available When Selecting Multiple Files?
If you work with lots of files on a daily basis, you want the process to work as smoothly and quickly as possible, and being able to add so...Read More
How to Install the Google Play Store on the Amazon Fire HD 8
Amazon’s slightly-larger Fire HD 8 tablet is a bit more expensive than the entry-level Fire Tablet, but it comes with a faster processor an...Read More
Geek Trivia: The Ratio Of Rum Given To English Sailors Was Known As?
The Ratio Of Rum Given To English Sailors Was Known As? Runner Grog Redbeard Limey Think you know the answer? via: how...Read More
How to Make Windows Clear Your Page File at Shutdown (and When You Should)
Windows uses a paging file, also known as a page file, as additional virtual memory when your RAM fills up. Windows can clear your page fil...Read More
How to Use Your MacBook’s Keyboard to Type on All Your Devices
If you have all manner of devices—iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, even Android—then you know that in order to easily type on them, you probably nee...Read More
How to Disable Fast User Switching on Windows 7, 8, or 10
Fast User Switching can be handy, but also comes with downsides. Here’s how to disable it on all versions of Windows, if you want to. Clic...Read More
How to Delete the Search History in Windows File Explorer
As you type into the Search box in Windows’ File Explorer, a list of suggestions displays below the box. These suggestions are from the his...Read More
How Stop Windows from Adding “- Shortcut” to Shortcut File Names
When you make a new shortcut in Windows, it automatically adds “- Shortcut” to the end of the shortcut’s file name. This doesn’t seem like ...Read More
What Is the “System Volume Information” Folder, and Can I Delete It?
On every Windows drive—even external USB drives—you’ll find a “System Volume Information” folder. You’ll only see it if you have Windows se...Read More
Control How Long Windows Waits Before Killing Apps at Shutdown
When you shut down your computer, Windows doesn’t shut down immediately. Instead, it gives running applications and services some time to c...Read More
How to Provide Guest Access to Your Eero Wi-Fi Network
When you have guests over who want to use your Wi-Fi, Eero makes it really simple to create a guest network for them to connect to. That wa...Read More
Geek Trivia: The Phrase “Pull Out All The Stops” Entered English By Way Of?
The Phrase “Pull Out All The Stops” Entered English By Way Of? Police Officers Baseball Players Organists Surgeons Think you ...Read More
How to Start a Group Chat in WhatsApp
WhatsApp is a great way to stay in contact with people, regardless of what smartphone they use. And, like SMS, WhatsApp supports Group Chat...Read More
How to Mark Up and Share Your Apple Photos
People really like to take, mark up, and share their fun photo creations. Apps like Snapchat and Instagram let you go to town with your pho...Read More
How to Remove Chromecast’s New Network-Wide Android Notifications
In an effort to unify all devices on the same network, Google recently added a new feature to the Google Home app (formerly called “Chromec...Read More
How to Bring Back the Microsoft Office Picture Manager in Office 2013 or 2016
If you’re using Microsoft Office 2013 or 2016, you may have noticed that the Microsoft Office Picture Manager is not included. Picture Mana...Read More
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