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How to Fix It When Windows Photos App Is Slow to Open

Have you noticed that the Windows Photos app can be slow to open and load a simple JPG file? Here are some ways you can fix the issue.

What Is Chrome Helper in Mac and Why Is It Causing High CPU Usage?

Google Chrome on Mac can be slow at times, thanks to a Chrome Helper process. Learn what Chrome Helper is and how to disable it.

How to Install and Configure Openbox Window Manager in Linux

Openbox is a lightweight and highly configurable window manager. Learn how you can install Openbox and configure it on your Linux PC.

Videoconferencing Malware, Vizom, Discovered

Researchers discovered a new form of malware that uses remote overlay attacks to hit Brazilian bank account holders who use videoconferencing software.

How to Import and Export Bookmarks in Google Chrome

Do you frequently use browser bookmarks to save important information? Learn how you can export and import bookmarks in Google Chrome.

How to Use the Apple Translate App in iOS 14

The newly released iOS 14 includes a Translation app that is incredibly easy to use. Here is how to use the Apple Translate app in iOS 14.

5 Ideas to Prepare Your Smart Home for Halloween

Regardless of whether you want to wow trick-or-treaters or scare them away, here are some smart home projects you an do for Halloween.

Unity Desktop Review: Good for the Nostalgic Ubuntu Users

If you have enjoyed using Unity on Ubuntu in the past, check out this Unity desktop review and see how much has changed.

Envisics to Bring AR Holography to Windshields

Envisics has raised the funding to bring AR holography to windshields in cars to allow you to have all the information you need right there.

How to Add Captions to Photos And Videos On iOS

iOS 14 now allows you to add captions to your photos. You can use it to manage and better organize your Photos library.

How to Share USB and Network Devices in VirtualBox

It is easy to setup a virtual operating system with VirtualBox, but sharing USB and network devices in VirtualBox is not as straightforward. Learn how to do so here.

Google Adds More AI to Search to Be More Helpful

Google has become synonymous with search – the name has become an action. More AI has now been added to Google Search to make it more helpful.

8 Useful Skype Tricks You Should Know

If you too are using Skype every day for your work, here are some useful Skype tricks to help you enhance your productivity.

Sony Will Record Voice Chat on PlayStation 5 and PS 4

Users of the PlayStation 4 have been informed that Sony has the right to record their voice chat for moderation on PS4 and PS5.

How to Remove and Organize the Preference Panes in Mac

There are plenty of options in Mac's System Preferences. If you have no need for them, learn how to remove preference panes on Mac.

Pamu Quiet True Wireless Earbuds with ANC Review

PaMu Quiet are Padmate's latest wireless earbuds and boast an active noise cancellation feature. Let's see how they performs and whether they are worth the price.

How to Use Page Styles to Make Better Documents in LibreOffice

The Page Styles settings in LibreOffice can make creating documents easier. Learn how to set up the Page Styles in LibreOffice.

Snapchat Makes Use of New LiDAR Scanner on iPhone 12 Pro

With the Apple 12 Pro already leaked, the big news with its release is that Snapchat is the first to make use of the new LiDAR scanner.

6 of the Best Widgets For iOS

The arrival of iOS 14 has brought a new widget feature to the iPhone. Here are some of the best widgets you can add to the iOS home screen.

Jomise Dual Dash Cam Review

Is the Jomise Dual Dash Cam the perfect addition to your vehicle? Find out in this detailed, hands-on review.

Best Conky Themes for Linux in 2021

Conky is a useful piece of software to display information on your Linux desktop. Here are some of the coolest, best-looking Conky themes.

X4 Smartwatch for Kids Has Undocumented Backdoor with Camera

Anyone who has a children with an Xplora X4 Smartwatch should be concerned that it includes an undocumented backdoor that takes snapshots.

How to Cancel Scheduled Chkdsk Operations in Windows 10

Chkdsk is no longer a necessary feature in Windows. Learn how to cancel the scheduled chkdsk operations in Windows 10.

Getting Started with Vagrant on Linux

Vagrant provide an easy way to create, configure and reproduce virtual machines with a known state. Here's how to use Vagrant on Linux

ProtonMail Reveals Apple Forced it to Add In-App Purchases

The ProtonMail developer revealed to the U.S. Congress that Apple forced it to add in-app purchases even though the app had always been free.

How to Customize the Safari Homepage on macOS

Safari 14 includes a redesigned toolbar and new privacy features. Let's see how you can customize the Safari homepage in macOS.

How to Force Quit an App on macOS

While it’s never ideal to force close an application, sometimes the app leaves you no choice! We cover 4 ways to force quit your macOS apps.

Microsoft Edge, Beta, Dev, and Canary: Which One Should You Choose?

There are a few versions of Microsoft Edge that you can download. Let's break down each of these versions, and which one you should use.

How to Add Widgets to Your iPhone Home Screen

iOS 14 revamped the widgets in a more dynamic and useful way. Here’s how to get started with adding widgets to your iPhone home screen.

How to Control Your Nest Thermostat with Alexa

Control your Nest thermostat from any Alexa-enabled device, including the Amazon app on your smartphone or tablet.

How to Organize and Share Your Pictures with Gnome Photos

Gnome Photos is default photo management app in Gnome. This guide will show how to add photos, create albums and share images with Photos.

US Rural Students Struggling with Remote Learning and Poor Wi-Fi

The education system in the U.S. is stressed in rural areas that don't have stable Wi-Fi networks for remote learning.

How to Remove Windows Activation Watermark

Any changes you make to your PC can deactivate the Windows license. Here is a way to remove the Windows activation watermark from your PC.

EarFun Air Review – Earbuds that Work the Way You Want

There are so many TWS earbuds on the market that it's difficult to choose which ones to buy. This EarFun Air review will determine whether they fit the bill and whether they will give you the performance you're looking for.

The Beginner's Guide to Regular Expressions

Regular expressions allow you to pick out precise patterns in text right down to the character and let you become a master of search.

Google Rebrands G Suite as Google Workspace

Google recognizes the need to stay updated with the changes in the workplace in today's world, leading it to rebrand G Suite as Google Workspace.

How to Prevent Mac from Sleeping When You Close the Lid

Want to prevent your Mac from sleeping even if the lid is closed? You can use this free "keep-awake" application to prevent a Mac from sleeping.

How to Use Nvidia Share to Stream your Gaming

Nvidia Share is a great part of the GeForce Experience tool. Here we show you how to broadcast and stream your gaming using Nvidia Share.

How to Install the Latest Version of Krita in Ubuntu

Ubuntu does not have the latest version of Krita in its repository. Let's see how to install the latest version of Krita on Ubuntu.

Europol Warns of Cybercrime Increase During Coronavirus Pandemic

Europol and other agencies warned of a spike this year in cybercrime that is being largely attributed to the coronavirus pandemic.

How to Spend Less Time on YouTube

If you are finding it hard to put YouTube away, learn how you can break the cycle of neverending videos and spend less time on Youtube.

Lepow Z1-Gamut 15.6-Inch Monitor Review

Need a second screen for your computer or phone? See how the Lepow Z1-Gamut monitor stacks up as a second monitor for optimal productivity.

Amazon Sidewalk to Extend Reach of Your Network

Amazon Sidewalk aims to help with extending your home networks by creating a low-bandwidth IoT network beyond your existing network.

DragonTouch KidzPad Y88X 10 Kids Tablet Review

Looking for a kid-friendly tablet that's actually safe for your kids? See how the DragonTouch KidzPad Y88X creates a safe place for kids.

Apple Releases Fix for the Mojave Security Update and Safari 14

After the macOS Mojave Security Update was released and issues were found, Apple replaced it with the Mojave Supplemental Update.

10 Awesome Google Lens Features You Need to Try Right Now

Google Lens uses your phone’s camera to identify objects in the real world. Here are the best Google Lens features to use on your phone. now.

How to Upgrade a 2011 Mac Mini for Use in 2021

If you have an old Mac Mini lying around, you can easily upgrade it to work like a new computer. Learn how to upgrade a 2011 Mac Mini.

Protect Your Home with the Ring Floodlight Camera

The Ring Floodlight Camera comes with motion detection, floodlights, and a siren. Here is how to set up aRing Floodlight camera, and how to use the alarm in emergency.

Enlightenment Desktop Review: A Beautiful, Lightweight but Different Desktop Manager

Enlightenment is an extremely lightweight window manager that has a huge amount of utility baked into it. Check out our Enlightenment review here.

Facebook, Instagram Will Share Chat and Video Features

It was announced this week that Facebook and Instagram will now work alongside each other and will share features such as chat.