The Most Common Arguments Shared by People Who Hate Windows 8 When you read articles, blog posts or comments were written by people who hate Windows 8, they invariably share these arguments: I hate Metro - it is not useful with a mouse and keyboard and Metro apps are not as useful as desktop applications. - First of all Metro is a touch-oriented interface that offers support for a mouse and keyboard....

1. Check that everything is configured correctly in Skype’s video settings Most issues related to webcams in Skype can be resolved from the Video settings. In Skype, open the Tools menu and then click or tap Options… A faster way to open Skype’s settings is to press the “Windows + ,” keys simultaneously. Once Skype’s Options open, click or tap Video settings in the General tab from the left side of the window....

1. Get the PUK code from the SIM card packaging When you purchase a SIM card, it comes in a little package, and the PUK code should also be included in it. If you still have the package, look for the plastic card that the SIM was snapped out of. The 8 digit PUK code should be printed on the back, together with the SIM PIN code. Below you can see two such plastic cards from Orange (left) and Telekom (right)....

NOTE: For this tutorial, we assume that you know what a Microsoft account and what a local account is in Windows 10. If you don’t, read this article: Should you use a local or a Microsoft account in Windows 10?. 1. Find out if your Windows 10 account is a Microsoft account or a local account, using the Settings app Start by opening the Settings app: a quick way to do it is to click or tap on its button from the Start Menu....

1. Use the iOS Settings icon on your Home Screen Your Home Screen offers the most straightforward way of opening the app: just tap the iPhone Settings icon. Swipe left or right to look for it through the Home Screen pages on your iPhone. As you can see below, Apple chose a gray gear for the Settings icon on the iPhone. The iOS Settings icon Tapping the icon opens the iPhone Settings....

1. Use your favorite picture as the Lock Screen wallpaper in Windows 10 The most obvious method to customize the Lock Screen is to change its default wallpaper to your favorite picture. In Windows 10, open the Settings app. A fast way to do it is to click or tap on the Settings button from the bottom left area of the Start Menu. Then, in the Settings app, go to Personalization....

ASUS PCE-AX58BT: Who is it good for? The ASUS PCE-AX58BT network card is an excellent choice for: Users who have wireless routers with the new Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) standard People who no longer want to use network cables for connecting their desktop PCs to the network Users who want fast wireless network connections Pros and cons ASUS PCE-AX58BT has the following positives: Support for Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5 Excellent speed It is easy to mount both in standard desktop PCs and small factor PCs Its Windows 10 drivers receive regular updates and improvements...

ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AXE11000: Who is it good for? This wireless router is a suitable choice for: Homes or offices with 2.5 Gbps internet connections Users who own Wi-Fi 6E compatible devices Gamers who often play online games Users who want a secure network with excellent antivirus and firewall protection Parents who require efficient parental controls for their home network Knowledgeable users who want tons of advanced features (two USB ports, VPN, Dual-WAN, Alexa and IFTT support, etc....

ASUS TUF Gaming AX3000 V2: Who is it good for? This wireless router is a smart choice for: Internet connections with speeds of up to 2.5 Gbps Online gamers who want minimal latency when gaming Families who want efficient parental controls, antivirus, and firewall protection Medium-sized apartments and equivalent office spaces People who want to remotely control their router from anywhere on the internet using a mobile app Users who want to control their home network using Alexa and IFTTT (If This, Then That)...

What do you need in order to be able to cast media from Microsoft Edge? Before you move forward with this tutorial, double check that you have the following items available: A TV or monitor with built-in Miracast support or… A miracast dongle like the Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter. The dongle needs to be plugged into a TV or monitor with both an HDMI port and a powered USB port. The TV/monitor should not be more than 7 meters or 23 feet away from your Windows 10 computer or device....

What is DuckDuckGo? DuckDuckGo is a privacy-oriented search engine, that does not track its users. It offers less clutter than Google and real privacy. One important difference is that, unlike when using Google, when you search for something, you don’t immediately see ads about what you have searched. Also, unlike Google, DuckDuckGo doesn’t log what you have searched. If you would like to learn more about their privacy policy, you can read it here....

The problem: The Start Menu has many tiles with download icons that do not work You may open the Start Menu in Windows 10, and see it filled with tiles that have a download icon. They are not real tiles of Windows apps, and act as place holders for apps that are not yet available on your user account. It looks weird, and it does not make for a positive first impression....

NOTE: This guide covers macOS Mojave or newer. The features shared in our guide may not work on older versions of macOS. To check your macOS version, read What version of macOS do I have? Connect your (non-Apple) Bluetooth mouse to your Mac While Apple’s Magic Mouse is a great product and some of its features, like Gestures, can be used to make your life easier, some of us prefer trading those for the comforting, reliable sound of a mouse wheel whenever we scroll down a page....

How to reset an ASUS router when you can’t log into it If you forget the username and password of your ASUS router, you can’t log into it and change its settings. In that case, your only solution is to reset it to factory settings and then reconfigure the router and the network. To do that, look for the Reset button on the back of your ASUS router or mesh Wi-Fi system....

NOTE: This guide applies to Android 10, and it was created on a Nokia 5.3 smartphone. If you do not know your Android version, read How to check the Android version on your smartphone or tablet. The procedures are similar on all Android-powered devices, although you might come across some small differences, depending on your device’s manufacturer. 1. How to add a contact to WhatsApp and start a chat on Android If you want to reach out to someone on WhatsApp, and their number is not on your smartphone, you can either add their contact on your Android or use WhatsApp to both add and message them....

First things first: About desktop icons or shortcuts Desktop icons or shortcuts are among the most efficient ways to access your favorite locations in Windows 10 and Windows 11. They can save you the time you would otherwise spend “digging” through your files and folders. On top of the regular shortcuts you can create to reach your favorite apps, files, folders, and web pages, Windows operating systems have a predefined set of desktop icons....

NOTE: For this tutorial, we changed the Google Assistant’s language from English to Spanish. The steps are the same for changing to any language you want, including Chinese, German, Arabic, or Hindu. Change the language for speaking to the Google Assistant While some users prefer to disable the Google Assistant on Android, others find it useful, especially if they can use it in their native language. By default, the Google Assistant uses your smartphone’s language, so all you have to do is change the language of your Android to the one you prefer, and the Assistant starts responding to it....

NOTE: Closing an app does not remove it from your device. To delete an app, read 4 ways to uninstall apps on Android. This guide applies to both Android 10 and Android 9 Pie. If you do not know your Android version, read How to check the Android version on your smartphone or tablet. The procedures are similar on all Android-powered devices, with some small differences, depending on their manufacturer....

How to add or create a TP-Link ID from the Tether mobile app One of the easiest ways to create a TP-Link account is from the Tether app used to set up and remotely control your TP-Link Wi-Fi 6 router. Install the app on your Android smartphone or iPhone, and then run it. Make sure that you are connected to the internet when you do this. As soon as the app starts, it asks for a TP-Link ID....

How to create shortcuts to desktop apps and files in Windows This method works both for Windows 11 and Windows 10. To create a shortcut, right-click or press-and-hold on a free area on your desktop. This opens the right-click menu. Tap or click the New option to reveal another menu, and then click or tap on Shortcut. Open the right-click menu to create a shortcut The Create Shortcut wizard opens. Type the location of the item you want to create a shortcut to, or, if you don’t know the exact path, click or tap on Browse....