But before you store valuable information in your USB drive, you should learn how to secure it. This would prevent thieves from stealing the contents of your storage device. Here are some of the ways you can password-protect your flash drive. Password Protection with BitLocker Note: BitLocker is available on Windows 10 Pro and Windows 10 Enterprise. The easiest way to protect your files is to set a password for the entire flash drive....
All versions of Office can be repaired in the same way using the Programs and Features tool in the Control Panel. To do this, click Control Panel on the Start menu. How to Repair Office The Programs and Features link is easier to find in the Control Panel if you choose to display all the tools and not the categories. To do this, select Large icons or Small icons from the View by drop-down list....
Layers in Photoshop are like separate flat panes of glass stacked on top of each other. Each contains a different piece of content. How To Resize An Image Layer In Photoshop You can resize, rearrange, and merge image layers in Photoshop to get the effect you desire. Start by uploading an image to Photoshop. Choose the layer you want to resize from the lower right-hand corner of the screen. If your layers panel isn’t showing, go to Windows in the top navigation and click on Layers to open it....
If you begin experiencing unexpected slowness, programs starting up automatically, or pop-up messages showing up constantly on your PC, it may be a sign of a virus or malware. You may be able to resolve these issues by making sure your PC is regularly updated and running antimalware and antivirus software. Antivirus and antimalware software can scan for viruses and other malicious programs on your PC. The good thing is Windows 11 comes with a built-in antivirus program called Microsoft Defender to help you get rid of malicious software....
There are multiple tools one can use to view all user accounts on a Windows computer. They all provide the same results – that is to display all accounts, including those that are hidden or disabled on a Windows system. In Windows 11, one can use the Windows Settings app, Computer Management, the Command Prompt, and Windows PowerShell app. If you are a system administrator or a power user and you want to see existing accounts on Windows 11, continue below to learn how....
If you want to get BlogoText with Nginx support, the steps below should be a great place to start. BlogoText is an open-source, lightweight, web publishing platform (CMS) for creating minimalist blogs and websites. Use this blog engine to build sites that have built-in RSS feeds, link sharing, drag n’ drop image upload, and many more features. This cm is built on the LAMP or LEMP stack. It lets you focus on building content by leveraging its easy management portal designs and technical quality without the bloats....
Students and new users looking for help installing the latest version of Roadiz from GitHub using Composer with Nginx, MariaDB, and PHP 7.2-FPM support, the steps below should help them get there. For more about Roadiz, please check its homepage. To get started with installing Roadiz, follow the steps below: Install Nginx HTTP Server on Ubuntu Nginx HTTP Server is probably the second most popular web server in use today and Roadiz needs a web server....
Shopware is an eCommerce platform that helps you run your online shops. It has everything you need to build an eCommerce website to sell your products and comes with feature sets that enable a robust online store with an impressive user experience. Whether you’re creating an eCommerce website for personal use or building a robust business online portal, Shopware can help you create and manage your content and products efficiently on every device with its minimalist and modern user and admin interface....
Microsoft Excel is one is just one of the many programs used by companies worldwide. As such, the need for shared workbooks is crucial. In this post, you’ll learn how you and your team can collaborate using Excel 2016 and other versions of Excel online. Share Excel Files Offline If you have a local area connection, all users in the network can have access to any file. Not only that, any changes made to the file can be tracked....
Maybe you’re meeting a friend and are struggling to describe your exact location in words. Sending them a pin with your location can save you both time and effort finding each other. It could be that you want your colleague to know you’re stuck in traffic rather than sleeping through an important meeting you have together. If you find yourself in such a situation, here is how to share your location on Android....
Windows Files Explorer gives you the ability to hide and unhide files at will. Some files and file extensions are hidden by default in Windows. When a file is hidden, it is hidden from File Explorer’s normal views, but it is still there in its folder. You won’t be able to see the file just by browsing the folder, this a great in that important files are kept out of plain sight....
Your Windows clock is used to record events and time associated with those events whenever you create or modify files. Time helps you record events that occur from the past through the present and future, and to compare the duration of events or the intervals between them. Keeping the correct time for your PC is important. Windows lets you set your time and time zone automatically, or you can set them manually....
Recently we showed you how to use color filters in Windows to help folks with low vision avoid eye strain. You can read that post here. If you’re still having problems seeing what’s on your screen even with color filters, you can try Windows 11 high contrast themes to help distinguish between things that differ only by color. This changes the color palette of objects on the screen which brings out the contrast and could help you see clearly....
Antivirus cloud protection services, also referred to as Microsoft Advanced Protection Service (MAPS), provides rapid identification of new threats, sometimes even before a single endpoint is infected. The cloud-delivered protection is enabled by default and will automatically turn on when you enable Virus & threat protection in Windows Security app. Disabling Microsoft Defender Antivirus cloud protection drastically reduces the protection on your endpoints and is not recommended. You can turn Microsoft Defender Antivirus cloud protection on or off by using one of several methods:...
This post shows new users and students what the mkdir command is used for and how to use it. For students and new users learning how to use Linux systems, the easiest place to start might be on Ubuntu Linux OS. Ubuntu is an open-source Linux operating system that runs on desktops, laptops, servers, and other devices. When you’re ready to learn how to use the mkdir commands, follow the guide below: About mkdir command: The mkdir command on Ubuntu allows users to create new directories if they do not already exist on the file systems....
The Chrome browser on Android devices has a share button that lets you share a website link via email or messaging apps. You can also create a QR code, share a link with nearby devices, take a screenshot, or print a webpage. For each option, we’ll go over what’s involved. Where Is the Share Button in Chrome for Android? Whether you have an old Pixel phone or the newest Samsung Galaxy S22, the share option in Chrome on an Android phone or tablet is in the More icon’s drop-down menu....
If you own a first-generation device like the original HTC Vive or Oculus Rift, you still have an incredible device on your hands that provides fantastic VR experiences. However, if you’re in the market for a new headset today, you have many interesting choices, which brings us to the Oculus Quest. The Quest is a standalone VR headset. This means that you don’t need to connect it to a computer or attach a smartphone to it....
A potential problem and challenge to website owners and those running a test version of WordPress for development is to make sure they are installing or updating their WordPress plugins efficiently. Developers update their plugins at different times according to their own schedules. Below are a few tools and tips to help you install and manage your WordPress site(s). Note: Before updating any plugins, themes, or WP versions on your websites, you must always create a backup....
In a time when our lives are being made easier through the use of fast internet and digital technology, most would expect everything to work flawlessly. This couldn’t be further from the truth. When dealing with Windows 10, the only thing you should expect is to encounter a few errors along the way. Sadly, there are some errors that are unavoidable. So why do these errors occur? What does each error mean?...
An email parser skims your inbox for specific, designated keywords and then performs actions based on how you’ve it programmed. Just link Zapier’s integrated email parser to your account and you can have it sort through and keep track of information so that you don’t have to. 1. Stay on Top of Bills In the modern, paperless world, most people receive notices of upcoming payments through their emails. On the other hand, if you’re receiving 300 emails a day, it can be tough to keep track of everything....
