All articles from Computing

    August 2023

    31 August
    • Cannot ping computer on same network: Windows 10, Windows 7

      With the advent of wireless technology, Wi-Fi is increasingly becoming the most preferred method of connection. With a Linksys router one can connect multiple PCs on a single network. Sometimes, however, you may find that can't ping a computer on same network. This issue is usually accompanied by an error message notifying you of a network timeout, in this article we will give a few methods to fix the issue.

    30 August
    29 August
    • How to turn off system sounds on Windows 10

      Windows will usually emit a sound to notify users of the occurrence of new events on their computer. But if you'd like to turn this feature off, here's a simple trick on how to mute system sounds on Windows 10.

    • Emulate numpad on Mac: keyboard, shortcut, emulator

      The default keyboards of the MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, and iMac have no numeric keypad for entering numbers from a dedicated number pad. Depending on the model you have, you will normally have to hold down the Shift key and then use the buttons above the letters. We will talk you through this process below.

    27 August
    24 August
    • Fix mouse that is not clicking where the pointer is

      In order to save time in Windows it is possible to ensure that the mouse is automatically positioned on the button selected by default. This is referred to as snapping the cursor. When this feature is enabled it can make selecting buttons easier - especially if you are using a touchpad. Sometimes you may even find that the position of mouse pointer does not match the screen coordinates, in order to resolve this issue you can use the above feature.

    22 August
    21 August
    18 August
    • How to compile assembly code with NASM: in Linux, Windows

      An NASM assembler will turn your low-level coding, using mnemonics, into machine language that can be understood by the processor. This article will not teach you to program with NASM, but to create an executable command for Linux and Windows from NASM source code. We will also give some guidance on how to use NASM under macOS.

    • How to check SSD health: Windows 10, Windows 11

      It is important to regularly check the health of your SSD (Solid Slate Drive) on your laptop or computer. There are various software tools that give insights into performance, lifespan and overall condition. In this article we will show you some common methods.

    17 August
    16 August
    14 August
    • LG Gram SuperSlim & Style review: thinnest, glass, price

      The new line of LG notebooks breaks records for lightness and thinness without sacrificing performance. If you're planning to buy a new laptop, here are the specs and innovations of the 2023 Gram series laptops, including a glass laptop with a "hidden" glowing trackpad and the world's thinnest laptop.

    • Parse error in PHP: syntax error, unexpected $end

      When programming in PHP, webmaster can encounter an error with a message such as parse error:syntax error, unexpected $end. This error is related to a syntax error in PHP. The most probable cause of the error is a missing or a mismatched parenthesis in the PHP code.

    10 August
    • Md5sum download and how to use

      The md5sum utility is used to calculate what is called the fingerprint of a file. A small tutorial for the program "md5" or "md5sum" commonly called "checksum". (The checksum is a value of 128 bits corresponding to a checksum calculated from the archive).

    7 August
    4 August
    • How to fix the error 0x80070570: what it is, causes, Windows

      The 0x80070570 error code is an error code that you have probably already encountered on Windows 10, or 8. Don't worry, it's not a big deal and there are several ways to fix the error. Read this article to find out more about this error code and the possible solutions on how to fix the bug.

    2 August
    • Reset PC to factory settings: Windows 11, 10, 8.1

      Most computers and laptops allow you to reset your device to factory settings in order to repair certain serious issues that you may be experiencing due to a software bug. This article will run through the most basic process for resetting your computer to its default state. Note that the procedure for resetting your device to its factory default varies slightly by model.