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How to Enable Windows 11 Dark Mode Windows 11 gives users substantial control over their dark theme color schemes. To enable dark mode: You can also use the Custom mode to choose dark mode for certain apps (like Google Chrome or Powerpoint) but keep light mode on the Windows elements (like the Taskbar). To do so: How to Enable Contrast Themes on Windows 11 In addition to dark mode, Windows 11 provides contrast themes for users with vision impairments (like light sensitivity)....

The new Microsoft Edge browser has adopted the Chromium open-source project code base and offers better web compatibility and performance over the legacy edge. Edge browser is cross-platform, and supports all Windows, macOS, and Linux systems. If you’re currently using Microsoft Edge and want to learn how to enable or disable the new Edge Hardware Acceleration feature, the steps below should show you how to do it. Microsoft Edge Hardware acceleration is there to improve the browser’s performance by moving all graphics and text rendering from the CPU to the Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) when available....

In cases where the original files are lost or damaged, users can then use the backup versions created by File History to restore them. File History also allows you to browse through a backup timeline, select the version you want, and restore it. By default, File History backs up all the files and folders in a user home directory (C:\Users\Username). You can also include additional folders and locations to backup....

Windows can be configured so that when you detach a screen from a laptop, it automatically switches to tablet mode with an on-screen keyboard option, which can be very useful. This post shows you how to turn on the Touch keyboard in Windows so that it is shown on the taskbar where you can access it quickly when you need it. Touch keyboard isn’t new to Windows 11, however, getting to it might be confusing for new users....

Microsoft routinely releases new updates and upgrades to Windows computers. Typically these updates will upgrade an existing version of Windows if the computer’s owner allows it. These updates and upgrades will have version and build numbers when they are released. Windows build number is based internal development cycle, and a release version can have multiple builds associated with it. So if you started with one Windows build, over time, your PC might have a different build number after the PC updates or upgrades....

But there is a darker side to short URLs too in that you have no idea where they are going. When you click on a short URL, you are putting blind faith in the person that they are not sending you to a phishing site or a virus download. If it is the New York Times or the BBC, well that’s OK. You can trust big brands. But if it’s Mr MysteryMan from MysteryTown, then who knows what rabbit hole you are being taken down?...

You needn’t worry, however, as it isn’t a serious or dangerous error, so all of your programs and data are safe. What RPC stands for is Remote Procedure Call, which is a method that some applications will use to communicate with other applications that are running on the same computer. What this means is that RPC allows different processes to communicate with one another in order to perform a task....

Usually, the “Getting Windows ready” stuck issue occurs when an update glitches out for no good reason. But sometimes, the problem ends up being severe, with file corruption playing a significant role. Regardless, the list of troubleshooting tips and fixes below should help you move past the “Getting Windows ready” screen in Windows 10. Disconnect From the Internet In some instances, Windows 10 can run into problems communicating with the Microsoft servers while finalizing an update....

This is usually related to the driver hardware itself. Why would driver software start doing this? There can be multiple reasons. A few common ones include a driver bug that was fixed in a recent update that you don’t have yet. It could be a Windows bug that, again, was fixed in an update you don’t have. In a few cases, it could also be caused by a corrupt system file that’s causing issues with the device driver....

You can follow a few methods to get around the issue when Windows 10 won’t sleep. These methods include ensuring sleep mode is enabled and that the power settings are configured properly. Also, before you get started, it’s worth checking your BIOS settings to make sure your PC is enabled for suspend or sleep mode. If that feature is disabled in the BIOS, none of the fixes below will help....

Whether your camera is built into the laptop or is plugged using an external connector, the solutions should almost be identical, except when there’s a hardware issue. For an external camera, make sure it’s properly plugged into the connecting port, and try using another USB port as well to see if that fixes the issue. For all cameras, these troubleshooting steps should be taken to resolve common issues related to webcam and computer cameras, including restarting the computer....

You can try changing your Discord status, disable your PC’s feature that blocks all notifications, and even reinstall the Discord client. Here are all the ways you can make the app deliver alerts on time on your computer. Change Your Discord Status to Online Discord offers multiple user statuses so you can tell people what you’re up to. One of these is Do Not Disturb, which blocks all your desktop notifications....

Often, Facebook can’t send notifications because you’ve enabled DND or low power mode, the Facebook app has problems, or your browser restricts alert permissions. You’ll learn how to resolve these issues in this guide. Turn Off Your Android or iPhone’s DND Mode Your iPhone or Android’s Do Not Disturb mode blocks all notifications from being displayed on your screen. This may be the reason Facebook can’t send you alerts. To resolve that, turn off DND mode on your phone as follows....

The above issue usually occurs when your device or router has minor technical glitches. You can fix these issues by tweaking a few options here and there on your device. Here’s how to do that. Check Your Wi-Fi Connection Status It’s possible your Fire TV Stick is connected to your Wi-Fi network but not the internet. This happens when your router can’t establish a connection with your internet service provider....

1. Boost Your Internet Connection To enjoy glitch-free gameplay in Stadia and remove Stadia lag, Google recommends having a minimum connection speed of 10 megabits per second (10 Mbps). However, playing games in 4K resolution requires a connection speed of 35 Mbps or more. Go to Fast.com or use any internet speed test tool to check your network speed. If it falls below the requirements for the game resolution you’re playing, follow some of the tips below to boost your network speed....

Speech Services by Google plays a critical role on your Android device, delivering seamless text-to-speech and speech-to-text capabilities for native and third-party apps. However, to provide the best possible experience, it needs to download the latest language updates. If Speech Services by Google gets stuck while downloading the latest language updates, it will display a “Waiting for network connection” error in the notifications drawer. When that happens, there are various fixes you can try out to resolve the issue....

The following are the steps to troubleshooting this issue. We’ll go into greater detail below. They’re listed from the easiest to the most complicated: After each of these steps, use Task Manager to see if CPU usage for System Interrupts has dropped. What Is a System Interrupt? Believe it or not, computers can only do one thing at a time. They just do it really fast, so it seems like they’re multitasking....

You could get a Windows 10 activation error if your copy of Windows is counterfeit, installed on multiple PCs, or if you’re using a pre-owned computer and don’t have your product key. Why Am I Getting a Windows 10 Activation Error? Review this section to identify why you’re getting an activation error in Windows 10. Your Copy of Windows Is Installed on Multiple Computers If you’re using a pre-owned computer, it’s possible that the seller used the product key on more computers than Microsoft allows....

Many applications will automatically install their icons on the desktop. Some are kind enough to ask if you’d want icons placed on the desktop. If you have too many of these icons and simply want to hide them all, then follow the steps below to do that. Or if you’re wondering where all the desktop icons went, the same steps will bring them back, so they’re not hidden. To get started with hiding all desktop icons, follow the steps below....

OrientDB works with a native graph database and databases built on SQL. It comes in two flavors: Enterprise and Community editions. For this post, we’re going to be installing the community edition on Ubuntu. It is used by major corporations and businesses looking for high-performance database systems… Most people will tell you a thing or two about MySQL and MariaDB, however, for professionals, OrientDB is fast, secure, and scalable. This brief tutorial shows students and new users how to install the OrientDB database server on Ubuntu 16....