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    December 2022

    29 December
    • 192.168.1.1 - 192.168.0.1 IP address signification

      The IP address number 192.168.0.0 (or 192.168.1.1/192.168.0.1) signifies a simply private (non-routable) network used for the internal networks of personal or small enterprises. These types of networks can have up to 254 machines connected locally (numbers ranging from 192.168.0.1 to 192.168.0.254). This article will explain these IP addresses and their differences.

    28 December
    • Mouse clicking on its own: Mac, virus, Windows 10

      The mouse or touch pad is an essential piece of hardware that is used to navigate folders, launch programs and access a computer's right or left-click options. Sometimes, users may face issues where the mouse or touch pad starts moving around erratically, and merely pointing the cursor on an icon causes the program to launch automatically. This issue is also known as an automatic click issue.

    • How to setup Airtel broadband connection: in Windows

      Sometimes you may face a problem with an Airtel broadband connection with the router settings and network connections already in place. The LAN icon shows that the internet is connected but the website says "Page cannot be displayed". In this article we will show you the steps to take to rectify this problem and help with your Airtel broadband setup.

    23 December
    • Connect to railway WiFi: mobile, laptop, station, free

      Being able to stay connected whilst travelling on public transport is important. Across the world rail infrastructure now include WiFi. This article will show you how to connect to free WiFI on UK trains, Amtrak trains in the US and also connect to WiFi in Indian railway stations. These WiFi networks will allow you to connect with both mobiles or laptops.

    22 December
    21 December
    • SD card password: lock, forgot, remover

      MicroSD cards are compact, space-saving memory devices that are compatible with most modern devices. Because of this, if ever a user loses the password to his or her microSD card, it can turn into quite a stressful production, as access to data is automatically blocked. This article will explain two quick ways to regain the password to your memory card and how to proceed with a password reset.

    20 December
    19 December
    16 December
    15 December
    • How to delete multiple files on Mac

      If your Mac desktop is being filled with unnecessary files and folders, and you want to clear it up and make it more organized, you can remove them by dragging them to the trash one by one. There is however a quicker and faster way to remove multiple files and folders in a matter of seconds.

    14 December
    • Connect several displays to one computer: PC, Mac

      If you are doing different tasks on your computer, for example, editing videos, playing games, working with texts and tables, then it is convenient to divide all these different activities into several displays connected to your device. You can set up 3, 4 or even 5 or 6 screens! Here we tell you how to do it.

    13 December
    12 December
    • Samsung Galaxy S22 or iPhone 13: Which one to buy?

      Which is the best smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy or the iPhone? While we wait for February 2023 when the new Samsung C23 is expected to be released (to compare it with the latest iPhone 14), for now we offer a comparison between S22 and the Apple iPhone 13 - for you to make your well-informed to make the right choice and know the strengths and weaknesses of each device.

    • Windows 7 can't connect to WiFi: what to do?

      This article will explain how to regain access to your WiFi network in the event that a network is detected but your computer is unable to connect. This tip applies specifically to Windows 7 users, but it may also be useful on more updated devices.

    • How to disable volume shadow copy?

      Volume shadow copy is a feature on all versions of the Microsoft Windows operating systems that allows backup copies of files or folders on a specified volume, either automatically or manually. To disable the volume shadow copy, the service has to be stopped. The service can be stopped from the volume shadow copy properties window and Windows administrative tools.

    9 December
    7 December
    • How to change Calendar settings on Mac

      Even if you use the Mac built-in Calendar app, you might not be aware of the extent of its customization. You can turn on and off the time zone support, enable or disable the display of week numbers, create reminders, as well as link it to your email accounts to keep all your activities organized. This article will guide you through the necessary steps to customize your Calendar app.

    • How to run MemTest: Windows 10, Linux

      MemTest can be used to detect errors in the RAM and is designed to test the RAM's reliability of all Windows-based computers. It checks on the RAM device's capability to perform data storage and retrieval accurately. This article will explain in detail what it is and how you can use MemTest to test your RAM's reliability.

    5 December
    1 December
    • Asus smart gesture not working: after Windows 10 update

      Following the upgrade to Windows 10, people have started experiencing numerous issues with their Asus laptop. Common complaints include touchpad multi-touch gestures not working and reversed scroll direction. It happens because the Asus Smart Gesture (OEM driver) currently installed on your laptop is not compatible with your new operating system.

    • How to disable iCloud: photos, back up, on iPhone, on Mac

      To disable iCloud access on your device you will have to log out of the cloud, which means you will no longer be able to access your stored files. This article will show you how to disabled iCloud back ups on your iPhone and Mac, and how to disable iCloud photo back ups.

    • Unable to access http://192.168.0.1

      By default, a router's IP address is configured to 192.168.0.1, or something similar. If you are having problems accessing your router using this IP address, there are a few simple measures that you can take to correctly configure your router settings.