The laptops that we used for testing: Lenovo Legion Y520 We had two Lenovo Legion Y520 gaming laptops available for testing. The Y520 is an affordable gaming laptop, with reliable build quality, efficient cooling system, backlit keyboard, and excellent price-performance ratio. If you want to know more about this gaming laptop, its strengths, and weaknesses, we recommend that you read this review. The laptops we had are almost identical, with very few differences....

1. Windows Firewall The Windows Firewall has been around since the days of Windows XP and hasn’t changed much since its Windows 7 iteration so it can hardly be considered a new feature. While that is true, it’s still worth mentioning as it stands your first line of defense against the wild wild web. Windows Firewall filters incoming and outgoing traffic and can help to block potentially harmful programs from getting in or calling out....

The Game Bar is found in Windows 10 Creators Update or newer The Game Bar is included Windows 10 Creators Update, which will be made available for free, to all Windows 10 users, on 11th of April 2017. If you use an older Windows 10 version, you don’t have access to this feature, so we recommend you upgrade your operating system. If you do have Windows 10 Creators Update, but you don’t know what the Game Bar is and what it can do, we recommend you read this guide first: 5 things you can do with the new Game Bar from Windows 10....

NOTE: If you need help, check out our guides on changing the desktop wallpaper in Windows 10 or the background in Windows 11. 1. Cute Christmas wallpaper of a gnome in the snow This cute Christmas wallpaper makes me think of my progress during the last year. Use it to reflect on how far you’ve come and to remind yourself to bundle up when you head outside. Remember to keep going, as the holidays are just around the corner!...

Do you really need anti-malware protection for Android? The short and simple answer is Yes! Unfortunately, the amount of malware developed for Android devices is increasing everyday. And the viruses you can get infected with on an Android device are becoming more complex and efficient. According to a study conducted by a reputable security company in 2015, t he most dangerous forms of mobile malware are targeting one thing: making money!...

NOTE: If you want to learn how to install Windows Sandbox on your Windows 10 PC, read this tutorial: How to install Windows Sandbox in Windows 10 in three steps. 1. Safely use any web browser to visit dangerous websites The world wide web is riddled with dangerous websites that do a lot of nasty things, from distributing malware to phishing schemes. If you want to visit a website that you suspect to be shady or dangerous, but do not want to put your Windows 10 PC at risk, use the Windows Sandbox for this task....

Method 1. Find your Wi-Fi password using the Control Panel If you have a Windows 10 laptop or device that can connect to a wireless network, then it can also show you the password it uses. You have to use an administrator account to be able to find this information. If you do not have administrator rights, then skip to the next methods shared later in this tutorial. Start by connecting to your wireless network....

1. Microsoft Office Outlook (paid) The first alternative to Windows Live Mail is not a free program, but a paid one. Outlook is part of Microsoft’s Office suite, and you can use it if you buy Microsoft Office 2016 or if you subscribe to Office 365. Outlook can work with multiple email accounts and configure them is as easily as it can get. The mailbox is organized very well, and all the essential information is displayed on the main user interface....

First things first: About Standard and Administrator accounts in Windows 10 There are two types of user accounts in Windows 10: Standard and Administrator. When you create a new account in Windows 10, it defaults to having Standard permissions. This is a limited type of account that can use existing applications, perform basic tasks, and modify system settings as long as they don’t affect other users in Windows 10. An Administrator has complete control and autonomy over the Windows 10 computer or device....

NOTE: If you use Windows 10, make sure that you have installed the Windows Terminal first. Here’s how to get the Windows Terminal app. If you use Windows 11, there’s nothing you need to do before using the Windows Terminal. 1. Open the Windows Terminal using search One of the fastest ways to start the Windows Terminal is to use search. In Windows 11, click the Search icon and then type “terminal” or “windows terminal....

ASUS F1 Full HD LED projector: Who is it good for? This projector is an excellent choice for people who: Want an authentic cinema experience, in the comfort of their homes Want to be able to play any game, at 720p HD resolution and 120 Hz refresh rate Desire a projector that they can place on a coffee table just as easily as hanging it on the ceiling Want a projector that can last them for a long time...

Unboxing the ASUS PL-AC56 1200Mbps AV2 1200 Wi-Fi powerline adapter kit The packaging used by ASUS for the PL-AC56 powerline adapter kit follows the lines of all its networking devices: it’s a simple black box with the picture of the device on the front, as well as a list of its most important specifications. On the back of the box you will find information about how this device works and how to set it up....

ASUS ZenDrive U7M: Who is it good for? The ASUS ZenDrive U7M is a good choice for: Users who are looking for a portable external DVD writer that works with all operating systems (Windows, macOS, and Linux) and even has an online backup solution for Android devices Mac users who want an affordable alternative to the Apple USB SuperDrive People in search of an accessible, easy to use external DVD writer with M-DISC support ASUS enthusiasts, in need of an external DVD writer matching their other products from the ASUS Zen series...

NOTE: This tutorial was created on Ubuntu 18.04 LTS (Bionic Beaver). However, it works in other versions of Linux too. Step 1: Enable Remote Desktop Connections on your Windows PC If you want to allow other computers to connect remotely to your Windows PC, you must first configure it to accept remote desktop connections. To learn how to do it, read this tutorial: How to enable Remote Desktop Connections in all versions of Windows....

Gigabyte Z790 AORUS PRO X: Who is it good for? This is the motherboard you should buy if: You are looking for a stunning motherboard with a white PCB (Printed Circuit Board) You want to assemble a PC based on a last-gen Intel processor You’re looking for all the latest bells and whistles (WiFi 7, DDR5, PCIe 5, etc.) Pros and cons These are the best things about the Gigabyte Z790 AORUS PRO X:...

1. Add Recycle Bin to File Explorer by pinning it to Quick access This is probably the easiest method to show the Recycle Bin in File Explorer and it’s also a favorite of mine. Here’s how it goes in both Windows 10 and Windows 11: 1.1. How to pin Recycle Bin to File Explorer in Windows 10 First, start File Explorer - a quick way is to press Win + E on your keyboard....

NOTE: This guide applies to both Android 10 and Android 9 Pie. The images on the left correspond to a stock version of Android 9, while the ones on the right are from Android 10. 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 the manufacturer....

NOTE: For this tutorial, we changed the keyboard input language from English to Spanish on MacOS Mojave. The steps are the same for changing to any keyboard language you want, including Chinese, German, Arabic or Hindu, or if you just prefer a different layout for your primary language. Step 1. Open System Preferences There is more than one way to open System Preferences, but one of the simplest is to access it from the Apple menu on the top left corner of your screen....

How to change the theme in Windows 11 The Settings app remains the go-to place to change the Windows theme. The fastest way to get there is by right-clicking or pressing-and-holding on a free space on the desktop and then clicking or tapping on Personalize from the contextual menu. Access Personalize to get to the available themes for Windows 11 As an alternative, you can also open Settings and access the Personalization tab from the left pane....

NOTE: The features presented are available in Windows 10 November 2019 Update or newer. If you are using an older version of Windows 10, you might not have access to all the features. Check your Windows 10 build and, if necessary, get the latest Windows 10 update available. First things first: Account types and permissions to consider when you change your account name In Windows 10, you see the name of your user account displayed on the login screen....