We’ve previously shown you how to use OneDrive to access all your Windows files from anywhere in the world, and now it’s time to introduce you to another cool OneDrive feature: Files On-Demand. Files On-Demand is a new feature in Windows 10 Fall Creators Update. It lets you decide how you want to access files in your OneDrive account. Your choices are: Online-Only Files: These files don’t take up space on your machine. You can only access them when you have an internet connection. They are marked using a...
Seaton Dubman
Posted on November 22nd, 2017
Audacity has been lumbering on for a few years with an increasingly bloated collection of tricks and effects. It’s become increasingly difficult to use… and it’s probably fair to say that a few people have jumped ship to check out some of the alternatives. But Audacity 2.2.0 is finally here, and brings some much needed improvements, such as a new user interface and tidier menus. There are a few new features in there, too. Have you been considering leaving Audacity behind? Already moved on but missing the...
Seaton Dubman
Posted on November 21st, 2017
Google Drive is an online and offline file syncing service, but what happens when the syncing stops working? It’s not uncommon to have problems with Google Drive. From checking your network connection, disabling your firewall, or reconnecting your account, hopefully one of our tips below will solve your problem. If you have your own advice to share, please share it with us in the comments! 1. Check Google Drive’s Status Though Google prides itself on its uptime, it isn’t unknown for its services to go do...
Seaton Dubman
Posted on November 20th, 2017
Google is the default search engine for most of the world. It just works, doesn’t it? But that doesn’t mean it couldn’t be better. The right site or extension can improve your Google search experience tremendously. Of course, this is assuming you already know the best Google search tips and tricks. These web apps and extensions add missing functions and features to Google. Regardless, you should know tricks like how to search within a site with Google. 1. Resulter (Chrome): Preview Search Results Even Af...
Seaton Dubman
Posted on November 18th, 2017
Live CDs are perhaps the most useful tool in any geek’s toolkit, but how much can live CDs help you with? Live CDs are perhaps the most useful tool in any geek’s toolkit. This live CD how-to guide outlines many uses live CDs or DVDs can offer, from data recovery to enhancing privacy. What is a Live CD? Your computer won’t boot. "Crap," you say to yourself out loud, "I really need to finish that paper. Today." Your computer doesn’t respond to your mutterings, however. Happily displaying its error message,...
Seaton Dubman
Posted on November 17th, 2017
If you have any experience with streaming music, you’ve surely heard of Spotify. First launched in 2008 (and arriving in the United States in 2011), Spotify has changed the way that many people consume music. Whether you’re trying to decide on a music streaming service or are curious about what Spotify offers, you’ve come to the right place. In this guide, you’ll learn everything you need to know about Spotify, including its subscription plans, how to find and listen to music, and some insider tips. Let’...
Seaton Dubman
Posted on November 16th, 2017
Quality of service is a router feature that helps you gain control over how your bandwidth is divided between devices and apps. When your network is congested with too much internet traffic, quality of service prioritizes certain kinds of traffic over others. Let’s say you have an internet connection that’s capable of 10Mbps. You’re doing two things with your internet: watching Netflix and downloading a huge file. Let’s say Netflix is streaming at 6Mbps while the download is always going as fast as it ca...
Seaton Dubman
Posted on November 16th, 2017
How much do you know about music? More specifically, are you good with song titles and artist names? Can name a tune as soon as you hear a few notes? If this sounds like you, then it’s time to put that knowledge to the test. These fun, free mobile games will challenge your musical ear and have you singing a new song when you win. 1. SongPop 2 – Guess The Song Even if you’ve never played the original SongPop, SongPop 2 is a must-have music trivia challenge. You play against others in a race against the cl...
Seaton Dubman
Posted on November 16th, 2017
