Google Chrome includes a file navigator that enables you to browse folders’ contents on a hard drive. The ability to use a browser to open local files allows you to bypass any system limitations due to a lack of software, and also enables you to see information easily. No matter what browser you’re using, being able to open files inside it can prove helpful in a wide variety of circumstances....
If you’re looking for a simple solution for opening firewall ports in Windows 10, you’ll find all the necessary details in this article. Firewall ports are closed by default Firewalls are meant to protect users from any viruses or threats that could compromise their PCs. The firewall’s ports can be manually opened by users. An open port allows programs and apps to communicate with the network. We will show you in our guide how to open ports on Windows 10....
If you want to quickly change the sound volume on your PC, the easiest way to do that is to use the Volume icon in the Taskbar. Unfortunately, users reported that the Volume icon is missing on Windows 10, so let’s see how to fix this issue. The Volume icon is a UI element present in the Windows Taskbar, and it gives you access to the audio control panel where you can adjust various volume and sound quality settings....
Before this, we have written a number of guides on taking ownership of files and running programs as administrator. Recently, while moderating comments, I noticed that there are plenty of users out there who would like to run Control Panel as administrator. To start with, Windows doesn’t let you run Control Panel as administrator. This is because, in Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1 and Windows 10, you gain nothing by launching Control Panel as administrator....
Most desktop computers and laptops come with a built-in Bluetooth adapter. Although Bluetooth is not as useful as Wi-Fi these days, your PC must have Bluetooth to connect all kinds of Bluetooth devices (such as the headset, speaker, and phone) to your PC. If you have turned on the Bluetooth but are unable to connect an external Bluetooth device to your PC or unable to pair your phone with your PC, it could be because of a faulty or corrupt Bluetooth driver....
Group FaceTime the most awaited feature is finally here. All who are using updated iOS 12.1 can use Group FaceTime for video conference call and can make group calls with up to 32 people. Even more Memojis can also be used. To use this feature, you need to update your software version. To do so, head to Settings > General > Software update and download the latest iOS 12.1. Now that you have latest iOS you can use Group FaceTime feature and make group calls....
It’s been close to a week since Microsoft released To-Do app for Windows 10, iPhone and Android. For the uninitiated, To-Do is a free task management app from Microsoft. Microsoft To-Do app is being developed by the team behind Wunderlist which Microsoft acquired back in 2015. Since the team behind Wunderlist is developing To-Do, the interface bears a striking resemblance to Wunderlist app for Windows 10. Ever since the release of Microsoft To-Do app, many PC users have reached out to us to know if Microsoft To-Do is available for Windows 7 and Windows 8....
Dota 2 is a popular multiplayer game with millions of players worldwide, but despite its popularity the game might have some problems with Windows 10, so let’s see if there’s a way to fix Dota 2 problems on Windows 10. Download DriverFix (verified download file). Click Start Scan to find all problematic drivers. Click Update Drivers to get new versions and avoid system malfunctionings. DriverFix has been downloaded by 0 readers this month....
Slow or lagging system performance is the most common problem faced by Windows 10 users. And when this happens, the first thing we do is check the CPU usage via Task Manager. While doing so, if you find that it is nearing 100% due to a file named WUDFHost.exe, what will you do? Don’t have an answer? Worry not many Windows users have reported facing the problem due to WUDFHost.exe; hence we are here with the solution....
Windows 10 is an exceptional operating system, and every upgrade comes with even better ways to deal with issues that users face. Yet, there are times when things go out of hand. For instance, many users have come across “Windows 10 Scanning and repairing drive’” stuck issue. This essentially means that when you are trying to scan or repair a particular drive (C:, D:, E:, F: or any other drive), it gets stuck at a particular % or takes forever to complete....
Windows Services not working? Unable to open the Services app on Windows 11? Don’t worry. We’ve got you covered. Windows Services lists all the services that come pre-installed with the operating system. It is often used for troubleshooting when you need to enable or disable a specific service. To access the “Services,” press the Windows + R key combination to open the Run dialog box. Type “Services.msc” and hit Enter....
Back in July 2012, Microsoft launched Outlook.com webmail service with an intention to replace its Hotmail with a modern email service. The fresh UI, best in class anti-spam engine, and smart options to organize the inbox easily make Outlook.com the best Microsoft webmail service yet. The team behind Outlook.com has been adding new features to the service and offering ways to migrate from other popular email services. In fact, Outlook.com now lets you enable two-step verification to enhance account security....
Whether it’s Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, this lifestyle disease has clamped our generation firmly. Therefore, taking care of it is necessary and some of the diabetes apps help you in doing so. It does get tough when you are not able to maintain your lifestyle due to diabetes in terms of having medicines or a separate diabetic diet, but the apps listed below have their set of features that may help you in every possible way....
July 11 is a monumental day for England fans. At 9 PM CEST (8 PM BST / 12 PM PST / 3 PM EST), the national squad will play against Italy in the Euro 2020 final. This will be the nation’s first-ever time making it to the final of the European Championship, and it does so in great form, having conceded just a single goal in over 700 minutes of play....
Microsoft has replaced Internet Explorer with Edge with the release of Windows 10. Microsoft Edge is a very good browser to use as it categorizes whatever, it stores on your hard drive. It saves credentials, cookies, cache and more. Moreover, Edge maintains specific items to your browsing sessions and preferences such as a list of sites on which you allow pop-up windows as well as Digital Rights Management (DRM) data which lets you access certain types of streaming content on the Web....
What is Miracast? According to Wikipedia, Miracast is a standard for wireless connections from devices like smartphones, laptops or tablets to external displays such as monitors, TVs, or projectors. It can roughly be described as “HDMI over Wi-Fi”, replacing the cable from the device to the display. Using Miracast, you can effortlessly make a wireless connection between your external device and Windows 10 PC. Cast Your Android Phone to Windows 10: Step 1: Type connect in Cortana search bar placed near Windows 10 start button and tap on Connect....
Google Docs lets you view, create, and edit documents online for free. It’s probably the most used online office suite. The beauty of Google Docs is that it is compatible with the Microsoft Office Word document file format (.docx) as well. Since Google Docs is an online service, you won’t be able to use it offline. Although there is a Google Docs extension available for Chrome to make it work offline as well, it is not perfect....
What is something that was considered impossible just 60 years ago and has gained immense popularity recently such that it is used by almost everyone now? The answer is Video Conferencing Calls. The first attempt was carried out in 1968 by AT&T and termed as Picturephone. Since then there has been a remarkable development in technology, and Video Conferencing Calls have reached new heights. However, there are specific issues which need addressing like how to reduce background noise on the Microphone in Windows 10....
I recently tried to make a copy of a document since I was asked to make edits to the copy and preserve the original as it is. The process began as soon as I clicked on the Make a copy option, but it got stuck. What do I do? This is a scenario faced by many Google Drive users. The reason for the “Google Drive creating copy stuck” issue. The most common ones include browser configuration-related issues, accumulation of browser cache, insufficient Google Drive storage, and conflicting third-party extension/ plug-in or VPN....
We don’t all have two or three terabytes of memory available, so we know how important it is to properly manage your disk space. It’s easy to do it and helps to manage your disk space Efficiently managing your available disk space is quite an important task.Luckily, Windows will do it for you if you set up a defragmentation schedule.You can set the tool to do so on a daily, weekly, or even a monthly basis....
